MIL-STD-130 N IDENTIFICATION MARKING U.S MILITARY

This standard provides the item marking criteria for development of specific marking requirements and methods for identification of items of military property produced, stocked, stored, and issued by or for the Department of Defense.

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MIL-STD-130N

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE STANDARD PRACTICE: IDENTIFICATION MARKING OF U.S. MILITARY PROPERTY (17 DEC 2007).,

IDENTIFICATION MARKING OF U.S. MILITARY PROPERTY 

This standard provides the item marking criteria for development of specific marking requirements and methods for identification of items of military property produced, stocked, stored, and issued by or for the Department of Defense. It also addresses criteria and data content for both free text and machine-readable information (MRI) applications of item identification marking.

The required marking shall be applied to an identification plate, identification band, identification tag, or identification label securely fastened to the item, or shall be applied directly to the surface of the item and be compliant with 4.2, 4.3, 4.5, and 4.7. The design activity shall implement the guidance of 4.2 in specifying the actual method(s) to be used in applying markings.

Whenever practicable, the location of the marking on the item shall ensure its readability during normal operational use. Marking size shall satisfy the legibility requirements of 4.3. All aspects of item identification marking shall be specified directly or by reference on the document delineating the item to be marked.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the latest MIL STD 130?

Data updated: 30 Sep 2022. Scope: This standard provides the item marking criteria for development of specific marking requirements and methods for identification of items of military property produced, stocked, stored, and issued by or for the Department of Defense (DoD).

What is the latest MIL-STD 129?

The latest revision to MIL-STD-129 occurred in 2014, with Revision R. The most significant change to occur with the revision is the DoD moving away from linear barcodes that cannot carry sufficient data to support modern automated supply chains.

What is a MIL STD 129 used for?

MIL-STD-129 standard is used for maintaining uniformity while marking military equipment and supplies that are transported through ships. This standard has been approved to be used by the United States Department of Defense and all other government agencies.

Military Shipment Labels (MSL)

It’s often difficult to understand the requirements of military compliance labels and MIL-STD 129 labels. We assist with marking unit packs, intermediate and exterior containers, unit loads, palletized unit loads, and loose or unpacked items. We tag, stencil, stamp, print, or label items depending on the specifications of the contract.

Our team of experts will help you identify what is required for your labeling and approved shipping, in accordance with MIL-STD 129.

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