What factors affect my score?

The specific factors that impact scoring and the resulting certification status vary from one certification program to another, but there are common factors across all programs: Layout Barcode symbology Syntax/Data Structure Print Quality Dimensions Data Content All aspects of the label design must be compliant with the requirements laid out in the label standard document provided by your customer.

How can I ensure my suppliers are compliant?

If you receive parts, components, or materials from your supply base you should establish a certification program for your suppliers. Aalstec has unmatched experience designing and administering successful label certification programs that enable our customers to focus on doing what they do best. Contact us to learn more about how a certification program can save you time and money .

Where do I get the label standard?

You can download the latest label standard documents from your customer's supplier portal.

How do I get started?

Click Here to register for certification. Once your registration is submitted the process will begin. You will receive an email with your registration details and payment information.

Can Aalstec help me with label design?

Yes we can! Save time by purchasing premade, certification-ready label formats made to your customer's requirements. We can also help you with label media, ribbons, printers, scanners, verifiers, software, and integration. If you need a turn-key system we can make producing perfect labels simple and easy.

What do I get back from Aalstec?

Once your submission has been evaluated an email contain the results will be sent to the email address used to register for the certification program. You will receive a detailed report on every aspect of the layout, syntax, and print quality of your labels. In the event that there are issues leading to a failure, these issues are outlined and corrective actions are provided.

How long does the certification last?

Your certification will remain valid until one of the following conditions is met: Your customer updates their label standard (eg. Ford SPILS) You make changes to your label design You make changes to the equipment or label media, or ribbon used to print the labels

Do I need to send physical copies of my labels?

Yes, physical copies are essential to the certification process. You must submit physical copies of labels to receive a passing grade. If you wish to submit an electronic copy in advance to ensure syntax and layout are correct, please note that evaluation of a physical copy is still required and will be chargeable as an additional certification attempt. It is best to use a courier that provides tracking information and proof of delivery, such as UPS, FedEx, or DHL. We are unable to provide status updates on shipments that are not tracked. Label samples sent via standard United States Postal Service, or Canada Post often take up to two full weeks to arrive.

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