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2025 PGC Test Data Report

The following performance data demonstrates the durability and permanence of Polyfuze® Polymer Fusion Labels when applied to polyolefin substrates.

REPORT YEAR

2025

REPORT OVERVIEW

Fusion labeling test data and results

A control sample, consisting of a blemish-free, fully fused label on an HDPE test plaque, was used as the baseline for all tests. “Zero Variation from Baseline” results, as defined by ASTM 5B Classification (0% loss), indicate no visible or mechanical changes after testing, with no label transfer observed when tape was applied and removed from the substrate.

All tests were conducted post-fusion with no pre-conditioning or surface treatments to the substrate. After fusion, the samples were subjected to extreme exposures and tested using ASTM D3359 Standard Test Methods for Measuring Fusion and Permanence (Test Method B) to ensure label integrity.

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PERFORMANCE DATA

All 37 individual test results are shown below. Download the complete PDF for the source report.

TEST NAME	TEST SPEC / REQUIREMENT	SURFACE	RESULT
QUV Accelerated Weatherometer	ASTM D4587-11 - 8h UV @ 70°C (158°F) irradiance 1.0 W/(m2·nm) followed by 4h condensation @ 50°C (122°F), repeated continuously for a total of 5,000+ hours. Testing is representative of Polymer Fusion Labels on HDPE plaques, with extended durability observed on UV-stabilized substrates in other testing.	HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss
Outdoor Weathering	ASTM G7 Exposure ~ 72,000 Langley’s, Florida at 5° south - open backed, 6 month period	HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss
Extreme Temperature Fluctuation Exposure	ASTM D3359-09 was first conducted to create label exposure points. The test plaque was then exposed to Low Temperature (2 hrs. at -40°C/-40°F), immediately followed by High Temperature (2 hrs. at 77°C/170°F). This cycle was repeated for a total of 120 hours.	HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss
Pressure Wash	Volvo STD 423-0015. Water at 122°F sprayed 4 inches from the substrate at approximately 1740 psi and 4 gallons/minute. Using a manual power washer wand for 30 seconds sweeping across the sample at a rate of 1 wand sweep per second.	HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss
Flexibility	180° Flexing, 21°C (70°F), 240 continuous hrs.	HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss
Color Fastness	ASTM D4587-11 (4 hrs. @ 70°C (158°F) irradiance 1 followed by 4 hrs. @ 50°C (122°F) condensation)	HDPE Test Plaque	Delta E Color Change - .69, Munsell Blue N2.5
CHEMICAL, HYDROCARBON, AND FLUID RESISTANCETest plaques were fully immersed in the following chemicals, hydrocarbons, and fluids at 21°C (70°F) for a total soak time of 500+ hours (ongoing). Results show no visible or mechanical changes, as indicated by Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss.
CHEMICAL		SURFACE	RESULT
Diesel Fuel		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Unleaded Fuel		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Engine Oil		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Brake Fluid		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Transmission Fluid		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Windshield Fluid		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Ethanol		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Car Wash Fluid		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Lubricating Oil		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Hydraulic Fluid		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Lacquer Thinner		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Toluene		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Methyl Ethyl Ketone		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Acetone		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Methanol		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
n-Hexane		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Ethyl Acetate		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Ethylene Dichloride		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Diethyl Ether		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Ammonium Hydroxide (20%)		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
ASTM Ref-Fuel C		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
2-Nitropropane		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Acetic Acid (Glacial)		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Furfural		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Alkalai Solution pH 13		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Turpentine		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Kerosene		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Muriatic Acid 20 baume 31.45%		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Cooking Oil		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Detergent-dishwasher		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss
Detergent-laundry		HDPE Test Plaque	Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss

TEST NAME

QUV Accelerated Weatherometer

TEST SPEC / REQUIREMENT

ASTM D4587-11 - 8h UV @ 70°C (158°F) irradiance 1.0 W/(m2·nm) followed by 4h condensation @ 50°C (122°F), repeated continuously for a total of 5,000+ hours. Testing is representative of Polymer Fusion Labels on HDPE plaques, with extended durability observed on UV-stabilized substrates in other testing.

SURFACE

HDPE Test Plaque

RESULT

Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss

TEST NAME

Outdoor Weathering

TEST SPEC / REQUIREMENT

ASTM G7 Exposure ~ 72,000 Langley’s, Florida at 5° south - open backed, 6 month period

SURFACE

HDPE Test Plaque

RESULT

Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss

TEST NAME

Extreme Temperature Fluctuation Exposure

TEST SPEC / REQUIREMENT

ASTM D3359-09 was first conducted to create label exposure points. The test plaque was then exposed to Low Temperature (2 hrs. at -40°C/-40°F), immediately followed by High Temperature (2 hrs. at 77°C/170°F). This cycle was repeated for a total of 120 hours.

SURFACE

HDPE Test Plaque

RESULT

Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss

TEST NAME

Pressure Wash

TEST SPEC / REQUIREMENT

Volvo STD 423-0015. Water at 122°F sprayed 4 inches from the substrate at approximately 1740 psi and 4 gallons/minute. Using a manual power washer wand for 30 seconds sweeping across the sample at a rate of 1 wand sweep per second.

SURFACE

HDPE Test Plaque

RESULT

Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss

TEST NAME

Flexibility

TEST SPEC / REQUIREMENT

180° Flexing, 21°C (70°F), 240 continuous hrs.

SURFACE

HDPE Test Plaque

RESULT

Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification, 0% loss

TEST NAME

Color Fastness

TEST SPEC / REQUIREMENT

ASTM D4587-11 (4 hrs. @ 70°C (158°F) irradiance 1 followed by 4 hrs. @ 50°C (122°F) condensation)

SURFACE

HDPE Test Plaque

RESULT

Delta E Color Change - .69, Munsell Blue N2.5

CHEMICAL, HYDROCARBON, AND FLUID RESISTANCE

Test plaques were fully immersed in the following chemicals, hydrocarbons, and fluids at 21°C (70°F) for a total soak time of 500+ hours (ongoing). Results show no visible or mechanical changes, as indicated by Zero Variation from Baseline / ASTM D3359-09 5B Classification 0% loss.

CHEMICAL

Diesel Fuel

SURFACE

HDPE Test Plaque

RESULT