UID is a Department of Defense mandate that requires a globally unique identifier to track items throughout their lifecycle. All DoD contractors and agencies must apply UIDs to qualifying items like those over $5,000, serially managed items, or legacy government property. Proper UID marking methods depend on factors like environment, quantity, and equipment. Contractors must also register UIDs in the DoD registry to ensure uniqueness and enable item tracking across systems.

2. What is UID? What is the purpose of UID? What is a Unique Item Identifier? How does UID affect me? What items need to be marked? New Assets Legacy Items What marking methods can be used? Metalcraft Products UID Constructs Registering UIDs What UID resources are available? Summary

3. UID is a Department of Defense mandate that requires a globally Unique Item Identifier to track items throughout their lifecycle. Additional benefits: Track internal work-in-process Incorporate into existing asset tracking process

4. Integration of item data across the Department of Defense (DoD) and industry asset management systems. Improved item management and accountability. Improved asset visibility and lifecycle management. Better use of taxpayer money.

5. Data elements used to make up a Unique Item Identifier include Enterprise Identification and serialization of each item the enterprise produces. Enterprise Identifier may include DUNS Number, CAGE Code, etc.

6. All DoD contractors, suppliers and DoD agencies are required to have a unique Item Identifier on all qualifying items including end item deliverables, legacy items and newly requisitioned government furnished property in possession of contractors. Effective January 2004 on all new contracts

7. New Assets Acquisition cost of $5,000 or more OR Serially managed, mission essential, controlled inventory Serially managed subassembly, component, or part embedded within an item (parent/child relationship) Requiring activity can determine if UID is required UID requirement is listed in the contract

8. Legacy Items – two types Government Furnished Property Property in Possession of Contractors Items are physically marked when going through maintenance or when returned to inventory. Enterprise in possession of the asset must mark the item.

9. Direct Parts Marking Dot peen Laser engraving Chemical Etching High resolution ink stencil On-Site Printed Nameplates and Labels Thermal Transfer Laser Engraving

10. Pre Printed Nameplates and Labels Inkjet, laser or thermal transfer printed Subsurface printed polyester Photo anodized aluminum Elements to consider Quantity required Equipment needed Time/training involved Environmental exposure

11. Photo Anodized Metal/Foil “ CRAFTMARK” Polyester Bar Code Labels Ceramic-on-Stainless Steel Nameplates UID Cable Label Black Photo Anodized

12. Photo Anodized Metal/Photo Anodized Foil Durability – lasts the lifetime of the item being marked Foil used for curved surfaces Harsh environments Abrasion resistant Solvent resistant Resists mild acids/caustics

13. Photo Anodized Metal/Photo Anodized Foil UV Protection – standard intensification Teflon® on Metal Excellent paint resistance Temps up to 500°F Greater chemical resistance

14. “ CRAFTMARK” Polyester Bar Code Labels Environment not as harsh, but product still needs to be durable Excellent abrasion, chemical & solvent resistance Thicker adhesive .0035” – excellent adhesion to plastic & slightly oily surfaces Easily curves around radius surfaces

15. Ceramic-on-Stainless Steel Nameplates Extreme temperatures (1000°F) Extreme caustics and acids Protects against repeated exposure to salt water

16. UID Cable Label Specialty application (cables, hoses, pipes, etc.) Subsurface printing – clear portion wraps around and acts like a laminate Product construction – relationship of diameter to 2D important

17. Black photo anodized Laser engraveable Important for customer to test samples with laser

18. Helps ensure uniqueness of identifier Contractor must decide what construct to use and should remain consistent Construct 1 – Enterprise Identifier and Serial Number Construct 2 – Enterprise Identifier, Original Part Number and Serial Number

19. Prime contractors are required to mark parts with UID are also responsible for submitting those UIDs to the UID Registry Registry is software system that acts as a database and helps the item management system of DoD. Potential risks of not registering May not get paid – or may slow down payment May jeopardize future contracts with DoD

20. Direct UID Registry – manual process UID Registry Web Interface – automated process

21. UID Website - www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/pdi/uid/index.html UID Journal www.uidjournal.com

22. UID mark must last the service life of the item – Durability is key! Enterprise applying the UID mark and assigning the UID must ensure the UID is unique and never duplicated Enterprise must submit the UID to the UID Registry

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