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    Blackburns Composite Panel Traffic

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    Introduction

    KARL WESTON / GUY HAMMOND

    Blackburns have developed a Composite Panel specifically aimed at the Road TrafficSign market. This has been achieved in conjunction with composite manufacturers

    and expertise within the Blackburns organisation, which have over thirty years

    experience of supplying metal substrates to the road traffic sector. Blackburns have

    also collaborated with major reflective sheeting and riveting manufacturers to ensure

    the product is compatible with these products and its intended use.

    BCP Traffic differs from some other composites, which have simply been cloned from

    architectural products, in that the product has been developed to emulate traditional

    substrates by having a polyester coated Aluminium sheet to the rear of the sign and

    a traditional etched Aluminium face but with the added advantage of greater ridigity,

    lower weight and superior sustainability of paint adhesion and colour.

    Reflective sheeting producers and distributors have traditionally tested their materials

    on Aluminium sheeting. Therefore composites that use an Aluminium surface of

    similar pre-treated un-painted characteristics are accepted under the family products

    banner, as detailed in EN 12899:2007 part 5 clause 3.7, where historical records are

    permitted providing the tests were carried out by an ISO 17205 accredited laboratory

    within approximately the last ten years.

    On the following pages you will find the necessary documentation confirming that

    the appropriate testing of BCP Traffic has been carried out, and providing the

    recommended rivet from Henrob or Bollhoff is used in conjunction with the Buchanan

    Sign Load Programme when manufacturing the product, it conforms to the appropriate

    specification and carries a twelve year guarantee.

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    BCP WARRANTY CERTIFICATE

    Supplier: Blackburns Metals Limited

    No.

    Issued Date:

    Signature:

    WARRANTY AGREEMENT BETWEEN .

    CUSTOMER

    Blackburns Metals warrants that BCP traffic will fulfill its intended use as substrate for road traffic signs for 12 years.

    The warranty period shall commence on the date of Blackburns initial shipment. It obliges the customer to

    demonstrate the order confirmation number of material claimed.

    This warranty is subject to the following conditions:

    The fixing has to relate to the wind loading (not exceeding permissible tension or deflection). Please referto our sign load programme - The panels not having been exposed to temperatures exceeding 70 C.

    The guidelines laid down in the Blackburns technical testing sheets concerning fabrication, handling andmaintenance of the panels having been observed.

    This warranty does not apply to BCP traffic panels which have been or are exposed to:

    Hurricane, hail, lightning, fire, smoke, or other acts of god, radiation, harmful fumes or foreign substancesin the atmosphere, i.e. air- or chemical pollution, including but not limited to organic solvents, concentrated

    detergents or wetting agents.

    Or to panels damaged by impact, vandalism, malicious mischief, misuses, abuse or negligence in cleaningor maintaining, improper storage or handling, improper fabrication or installation or other occurrences

    beyond the control of Blackburns, and does not extend to cover any form of damage caused by direct

    and indirect influences that are generally known to affect the quality.

    Warranty for lamination of reflective sheeting is issued under separate cover by the manufacturer of this product.

    If the sign deteriorates due to natural causes to an extent that the intended use as a substrate road traffic signs

    is no longer fulfilled Blackburns sole responsibility and purchasers and users exclusive remedy shall be:

    Blackburns will provide composite sheet to replace the sign. Replacement panels will carry the unexpired portion

    of the warranty of the panel it replaces. Claims made under this warranty will be honored only if Blackburns is

    notified of a failure within a reasonable time, reasonable information requested by Blackburns is provided and

    Blackburns is permitted to verify the cause of the failure.

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    BCP WARRANTY CERTIFICATE

    Signatures:

    Suppliers Signatures:

    LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

    Blackburns Metals liability under this warranty is limited to replacement as stated herein and Blackburns assumes

    no liability for any incidental or consequential damages such as lost profits, business or revenues in any way related

    to the product regardless of the legal theory on which the claim is based.

    The BCP traffic panels supplied by Blackburns must be inspected by the CUSTOMER immediately upon receipt.

    Defects established by such inspection may only be claimed within 7 days upon receipt. Concealed defects must

    be claimed immediately upon discovery; the rights to claim such concealed defects shall at any rate expire at the

    end of the warranty period stipulated in paragraph 2.

    In case any panel should be found not to be in conformity with the conditions of this agreement, Blackburns, uponbeing satisfied of the existence of such non-conformity, reserves the right and option to correct the same by either

    replacing or repairing defective panels at their cost. However, all costs and costs of labour, to remove and replace

    defective panels, will be borne by the CUSTOMER.

    If Blackburns is unable to correct such non-conformity by replacing the panels or repairing them, whether due to

    the nature of such non-conformity or the uses made by the CUSTOMER of the panels, Blackburns will return to

    the CUSTOMER the purchase price, or where appropriate, the unit price of such number of quantity of the panels

    as shall have such non-conformity which Blackburns is unable to correct, subject to the return of defective panels

    upon a written request by Blackburns. All other costs are barred.

    The foregoing is Blackburns sole warranty with respect to the BCP traffic composite panels. Blackburns makes no

    other warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and suitability for a particular purpose.

    The CUSTOMER's exclusive remedy against Blackburns shall be as set forth in the preceding paragraphs. In no

    event shall Blackburns be liable to the CUSTOMER either directly or by way of contribution or indemnity, for any

    other direct or indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages such as, but not limited to, property damage,

    loss of profit, damages based on loss of use of the panels, or damages for cover, regardless whether the claim for

    such damages be based on warranty, express or implied, contract, tort or otherwise.

    The commencement date for this warranty is the date of dispatch of the BCP traffic panels from the Blackburns.

    This agreement has been made in the United Kingdom and shall be interpreted and construed in accordance with

    the laws of that state.

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    Blackburns Aluminium Composite Panel

    Data/Specifications sheet for BCP Traffic

    This product is now approved to EN12899:2007 and complies to parts one and five.

    Supporting evidence is attached.

    TECHNICAL PROPERTIES STANDARD

    Section Modulus DIN 53293 3.316 x 104Mpa

    Rigidity DIN 53293 128.72 fM

    Alloy of Aluminium EN 573-3 Almg 1

    (5005 or A13003)

    Temper EN 515 H44(H24 / H16)

    Modulus of Elasticity

    and Liner Thermal Expansion EN 19991-1

    Tensile Strength EN 485-2 0.2% Proof Stress Rm-120

    (under the range of Rm 110-175)

    Elongation EN 485-2 A50 5.6-14.2

    (Under the range of A50>=3)

    Corrosion and ImpactAccording to Clause 5.3.5/5.3.7 EN 12899-1:2001

    Accelerated Artificial weather test

    Clauses 4.1.1.5.3 EN 12899-1:2007

    Daylight Chromaticity and Luminance Factor

    For non-reflective signs

    Clauses 7.2.2.1.3 EN 12899-1:2007

    PANELS DIMENSIONS TRAFFIC

    Panel Thickness 3mm

    Aluminium Thickness 0.5mm

    ACP Weight 4.67 / Kilos per square metre

    Standard Sheet Sizes 2440 x 1220 / 3050 x 1525

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    TOLERANCES

    Thickness +/- 0.1mm

    Width -1mm/+2mm

    Length -1mm/+3mm

    Diagonal < 3mm

    Thermal Expansion < 4.00 x 10-5/m

    Aluminium Thickness +/- 0.02mm

    SURFACE PROPERTIES

    PaintThickness 20 microns (stoved)

    Gloss EN 13523-2 30 - 35

    Mill finish De-greased suitable for lamination of Reflective sheeting

    Pencil Hardness HB

    Impact Strength (kg - cm2

    ) 50kg - cm2

    Boiling Water Resistance 2 Hours in 99oC without change

    Acid Resistance No Change (immersed in 2% HCI 24 hrs)

    Alkali Resistance No Change (immersed in 2% Na OH 24 hrs)

    Solvent Resistance No Change (cleaned 100 times with Xylene by 1 kgf)

    Peel Strength 180 8N/mm

    RIVET PROCESSING

    Tested and approved for use with Bolloff Rivet using a standard R 3 x 8 Hardness 2 rivet.

    WARRANTY

    12 years guarantee

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    Printed date Nov 25/08

    Bending Test Report of ACP

    GB/T1774

    Standard: 8-1999

    Customer Name Sample Sample Sample Test TestNo. Length Width Temperature Humidity

    Blackburns Metals Ltd 3373 200mm 50mm 25oC 65%

    Power Displacement Curve

    N

    400

    360

    320

    280

    240

    200

    160

    120

    80

    40

    0

    0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20

    mm

    Inspector: Lisa Chang Auditor: Mr Su

    SampleThickness AluminiumThickness

    Fracture

    BendingStrain

    (fB)

    Bending

    Stress in

    definitedeflection

    (fC)

    Bending

    Modulus(Ef)

    Bending

    Strength(fM)

    Fracture

    BendingStress

    (fB)

    Bending

    Rigidityin Unit

    Length

    mm mm % MPa MPa MPa MPa N.m2/m

    1st Sample 3 0.5 0.77 102.25 118.48 118.48 28563.1 125.52

    2nd Sample 3 0.5 0.74 108.12 126.36 126.36 31949.33 124.22

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    Material Data Safety Sheet for BCP Traffic

    1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY NAME

    Details of distributor: Designation of the product

    Blackburns Metals Limited Material trademark: BCP

    Birmingham New Road

    Tipton

    West Midlands

    DY4 9AG

    2. COMPOSITION / DETAILS ON COMPONENTS

    Chemical characterisation: Aluminium composite panels

    Composite panels aluminium substrate outside, lacquered on one or both sides; polyethylene-core inside bonded

    with ethylene-based copolymere.

    Hazardous ingredients: None

    3. POSSIBLE RISK

    Description:

    Lacquering or bonding medium may catch fire or burn , if edges are unprotected and if the composite panel is

    heated up to the inflammation point. Under such conditions there is a risk of decomposition and toxic gases may

    be released in a minor quantity (see sections 5 and 10).

    Specific risks for humans and the environment: None

    4. FIRST AID MEASURES

    General: None

    At ambient temperature the material is not a health hazard.The material may be noxious if it is exposed to high

    temperatures (e.g. fire) only.

    Inhalation:

    In the case of contact with vapours or aerosols which develop at high temperatures, the person should be removedfrom the danger zone; adequate will be necessary. Please make sure the injured person is positioned safely and

    ensure medical treatment.

    Skin contact: First aid is not usually required.

    In case of contact with the hot product immerse the skin in cold water or rinse well with cold water to cool the

    skin down. Cover with a clean cloth and seek medical help. Please do not try to remove the substance itself of

    sticky clothes from the skin as you may damage the skin tissue.

    Eye contact: Product is inert. If any part of it gets in your eyes, remove like other foreign matters.

    Ingestion: First aid is not usually required.

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    Material Data Safety Sheet for BCP Traffic (Page 2 of 4)

    5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

    Suitable extinguishing media:

    To protect humans and ensure that the composite material is cooled down, please use a water jet in the danger

    zone. Please make sure no other inflammable agent reaches the danger zone. Extinguish the fire with a water jet.

    Unsuitable extinguishing media for safety reasons: None

    Special risk due to the material, its burning substances or released gases:

    If there is insufficient oxygen small amount of carbon monoxide (CO) and irritating smoke may be released.

    Special protective equipment for fire-fighting:

    Respiratory and eye protection is required for fire-fighting teams. (Please refer to sections 3, 8 and 10).

    6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

    Personal precautions: Not applicable

    Environmental protection: Not applicable

    Clean-up procedures: Collect product and dispose either as waste or for recycling.

    (See sections 3, 8, 10 and 13).

    7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

    Handling: Loading, unloading and transport at normal temperatures, Secure panels safely on pallets.

    Storage: Store on wooden or plastic pallets. Keep dry and make sure there is no direct

    or indirect (condensation) moisture.

    8. LIMITATION OF EXPOSURE AND PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

    Additional information for design of technical equipment: Not applicable

    Exposure limit at the working place: Not applicable

    Personal protection equipment (body, hands, eyes, inhalation):

    If there is a risk of contact, please wear safety goggles. If there is a risk of contact with hot material, please wear

    heat-proof gloves, respiratory and face protection.

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    Material Data Safety Sheet for BCP Traffic (Page 3 of 4)

    9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

    Appearance: Composite panels

    Colour: Surface: Depending on lacquer (single shade or special effect lacquer). Core: Black.

    Odour: Slight

    Safety-related data (melting point, density, solubility, flash point):

    Change of condition

    Melting point: PE-copolymer (hot melt): 97-102

    AI: 660

    Boiling point / boiling range: n/a

    Flash point / method: n/aInflammation temperature of thermal decomposition products >35

    Explosion limit in the air, % vol.: n/a

    Vapour pressure(): n/a

    Density: PE-copolymer (23) 0.91-0.97g/cm3

    Lacquering approx.1,2 g/cm3

    Aluminium approx. 2,7g/cm3

    Vapour density (101.3kPa/air=1): n/a

    Water solubility: insoluble

    Hygroscopic: no

    pH-value: n/aViscosity (cSt): 00 n/a

    10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

    Conditions to be avoided (instability): Temperatures above 300 may cause the bonding medium todecompose.

    Substances to be avoided: Strong oxidants, strong acids, strong alkaline solutions.

    Dangerous decomposition products: Carbon Dioxide (CO), Carbon Monoxide (CO),inflammable Carbon Hydride, Nitrogen Oxide and Smoke.

    11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

    Acute toxicity: No acute toxicity known

    Practical experience

    Inhalation:No health risk at normal ambient temperatures: At higher temperatures and unprotected edges, vapours and/oraerosols may be released which may cause irritation to eyes and respiratory tract.

    Skin contact:No health risk at usual ambient temperatures. Contact with the hot product may cause burns.

    Eye contact:Contact with edges may damage the conjunctiva and cause mechanical irritation.

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    Material Data Safety Sheet for BCP Traffic (Page 4 of 4)

    12. ECOLOGICAL DATA

    Persistence and degradability: Stable

    Aquatic toxicity: None

    13. DISPOSAL DATA

    Recommendation:

    Disposal according to the regulations of local authorities. Return to the supplier for recycling purposes is possible.

    Waste key no: Waste description:

    14. TRANSPORT DATA

    Surface transport, ADR / RID / GGVS / GGVE category: No hazardous product

    Inland waterways AND / ADNR category: No hazardous product

    Ocean freight transport IMDG / GGV ocean category: No hazardous product

    Airfreight transport ICAO / IATA category: No hazardous product

    Transport / additional indications: None

    15. REGULATIONS

    15.1 MARKING (No labeling requirements according to EC regulations)

    Indication letter and risk designation: No marking requirements

    15.2 NATIONAL REGULATIONS

    Accident regulations: n/a Classification toVbF : not subject to classification

    Emission class (TA-Luft): n/a Water-pollution class (WGK) : 0 (internal classification)

    Other regulations: n/a

    16. ADDITIONAL INDICATIONS (Please ensure the proper use of the product in every specific area.)

    Recommended use and restrictions:

    The indications made above only refer to the product described herein. However, these indications may become

    invalid as soon as the product is used in combination with other materials or in a production process.

    The statements are made on the basis of our knowledge and experience at the date indicated.

    No guarantee is given for correctness, reliability or completeness.The user should make sure that all detailsprovided are suitable and complete for the specific purpose.

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    Report No 2381/7474185 Part 2 of 2 This Report consists of 7 pages

    Client Blackburns Metals LtdFircroft WayEdenbridgeKentTN8 6ES

    Authority & date BSI Quotation Acceptance number 0000237337 dated 24 December 2009

    Items tested Composite Panels

    Specification BS EN ISO 9227:2006Direct Commission Testing

    Results See text

    Prepared by R Hearty Engineer

    Authorized by G R Essam Principal Engineer

    Issue Date 09 March 2010

    Conditions of issue This Test Report is issued subject to the conditions stated in the current issue of CP0322'Conditions of Contract for Testing'. The results contained herein apply only to the particularsample/s tested and to the specific tests carried out, as detailed in this Test Report. The issuing ofthis Test Report does not indicate any measure of Approval, Certification, Supervision, Control orSurveillance by BSI of any product. No extract, abridgement or abstraction from a Test Reportmay be published or used to advertise a product without the written consent of the General

    Manager, BSI Testing Services, who reserves the absolute right to agree or reject all or any of thedetails of any items or publicity for which consent may be sought.

    BSI Maylands Avenue Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4SQ Telephone: 0845 765600

    Test Report

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    Report No 2381/7474185/2 of 2Page 2 of 7

    TESTING AND EXAMINATION OF COMPOSITE PANELS SUBMITTED AS DIRECTCOMMISSION TEST SAMPLES.

    INTRODUCTION

    At the request of Blackburns Metals Ltd., the composite panels detailed below, were testedfollowing the method described in BS EN ISO 9227:2006, as indicated on the following pages ofthis Test Report. This request was made on a BSI Quotation Acceptance No BSI 0000237337.It is emphasized that assessments were not made against the clauses of the Specification.

    The testing detailed in this Test Report were undertaken at BSI Industrial Engineering Laboratoryfrom 04 January 2010.

    TEST ITEM

    Blackburns Composite Panel Traffic (with road sign reflective sheeting)Samples identified 5 to 6

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    Report No 2381/7474185/2 of 2Page 3 of 7

    EXAMINATION AND TEST

    CLAUSE ASSESSMENT

    NSS test

    6. TEST SPECIMENS6.1 2 test specimens were selected by the manufacturer. The

    samples were approximately 150 mm x 150 mm x 3.5 mm.

    6.2 The test specimens were cleaned thoroughly with water.

    6.3 The cut edges were not protected

    7. ARRANGEMENT OF THE TEST SPECIMENS

    7.1 The test specimens were placed in the cabinet so that they werenot in the direct line of travel of the spray from the atomizer.

    7.2 The samples were positioned at 18.4 from vertical.

    7.3 The samples were arranged so that they did not come intocontact with the cabinet and so the surfaces to be tested wereexposed to a free circulation of spray.

    7.4 The samples were held by a support made from an inertmaterial.

    8 OPERATING CONDITIONS

    Test method Neutral salt spray (NSS)

    Specified Average

    Temperature 35 C 2 C 35.1 C

    Averagecollection rate

    1.5 ml/h 0.5 ml/h 1.78 ml/h

    Concentrationof Sodium

    Chloride

    50 g/l 5 g/l 50.1 g/l

    pH 6.5 to 7.2 7.1

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    Report No 2381/7474185/2 of 2Page 4 of 7

    EXAMINATION AND TEST (CONTINUED)

    CLAUSE ASSESSMENT

    9 DURATION OF TESTS

    9.1 The period of exposure was 1000 hours

    9.2 The cabinet was opened for brief visual inspections only.

    9.3 The test specimens were inspected frequently to determine theduration before the first signs of corrosion

    9.4 The surfaces under test were not disturbed during interiminspections. The period for which the cabinet was open was theminimum necessary to observe and record any visible changes.

    10 TREATMENT OF SPECIMENS AFTER TEST

    At the end of the test period, the samples were removed fromthe cabinet and allowed to dry for 1h before rinsing. Residues ofspray were removed by rinsing the samples in clean runningwater at a temperature not exceeding 40C and then driedimmediately in a stream of air at a pressure of 200 kPa and at adistance of approximately 300 mm.

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    Report No 2381/7474185/2 of 2Page 5 of 7

    EXAMINATION AND TEST (CONTINUED)

    CLAUSE ASSESSMENT

    11. EVALUATION OF RESULTS

    a) Appearance after the test

    Corrosion product was attached to the test surface.Discolouration of the test piece could not be seen -

    b) Appearance after removing superficial corrosion products

    No visible corrosion was evident.-

    c) Number and distribution or corrosion defects

    No Visible corrosion was evident. -

    d) The time elapsing before the appearance of the first signsof corrosion.

    No visible corrosion was evident throughout the test period. -

    e) Change in mass

    There was no significant change in mass. -

    f) Alteration revealed by micrographic examination

    Not assessed. -

    g) Change in mechanical properties

    Not assessed. -

    12 TEST REPORT

    12.1 There were no referenced or agreed pass/fail criteria for thesetests. -

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    Report No 2381/7474185/2 of 2Page 6 of 7

    ANNEX 1

    Sample 5 Prepared in accordance with BS EN ISO 9227:2006, clause 10

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    Report No 2381/7474185/2 of 2Page 7 of 7

    ANNEX 2

    Sample 6 Prepared in accordance with BS EN ISO 9227:2006, clause 10

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    PAMA SIGN SERVICES LTDPAMA HOUSE, 98 PELHAM RISE

    PEACEHAVEN

    EAST SUSSEX, BN10 8BD

    TEL/FAX (01273) 581746 584295

    Website: www.pamasigns.comP.S.S.L

    Directors:

    P.J. Armstrong

    M.R.J. Armstrong

    Registered in England - Number 2846881

    BSI CERT NO. FM 69512 Registered Office 20/21 Clinton Place BN25 1NP CERT NO. RO34536

    Blackburns Metals Ltd PA/BML/09027/2010

    F.A.O. Mr. G. Hammond

    11th

    March, 2010

    Dear Guy.

    RE: TESTING OF BLACKBURNS COMPOSITE PANEL.

    As a leading Road Traffic Sign material supplier we are happy to work BCP and have been actively

    promoting this as an alternative substrate to Aluminum to our customers. We are continuing to carry out tests

    with our following materials conforming to the requirements of EN 12899-1: 2007 and BS 8408:2005.

    Tests conducted to date with Blackburns Composite Panel, Kiwalite Retroreflective sheetings

    Overlay Films and Non Reflective Films.

    1. Clause 4.1.1.3 Daylight Chromaticity.BCP with both Kiwalite HIG and HIG with Overlay Film and Kiwalite EG and EG with Overlay Film meet

    the requirements of Tables 1 / 2.

    1a. Clause 7.2.2.1.3 Daylight Chromaticity.BCP with Non-Reflective Films meet the requirements of Table 17 NR2

    2. Clause 4.1.1.4 Coefficient of Retroreflection.BCP with both Kiwalite HIG and HIG with Overlay Film meet the requirements of Table 4 RA2

    BCP with both Kiwalite EG and EG with Overlay Film meet the requirements of Table 3 RA1

    3. Clause 4.1.1.5.2 Accelerated Natural Weathering.All the above materials have been placed on natural weathering racks for the past nine months and with no

    visible defects to date and further reports will be supplied when complete.

    4. Clause 4.1.2 Impact Resistance.All the above materials showed no sign of any delamination when tested as per requirements.

    BCP with Kiwalite Prismatic Sheeting and Prismatic Sheeting with Overlay Film meet the relevant

    requirements of BS8408:2005 and once again have been placed on natural weathering racks as above with novisible defects to date. Upon completion further reports will be available.

    Best Regards,

    Phil Armstrong

    Managing Director

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    3M United Kingdom PLC Traffic Safety Systems Telephone: 01344 8580183M Centre Facsimile: 01344 857920

    Cain Road, Bracknell [email protected]

    Berkshire RG12 8HT

    19 Apr 2010

    Guy Hammond

    Blackburn Metals limited

    Birmingham New Road

    Tipton

    West Midlands

    DY4 9AG

    Dear Guy,

    Blackburn Metals has shared with 3M the results from their own testing and of

    independent testing to demonstrate the robustness of their Aluminium composite materialand its suitability for use on road traffic signs. Samples have been submitted to 3M so that

    basic adhesion tests could be undertaken.

    Our investigations show good levels of adhesion are maintained after aging and found no

    evidence of incompatibility between BCP Traffic and 3M Reflective sheetings in

    accelerated heat aging.

    Following these evaluations, I am pleased to report that the product performance

    guarantees for 3M reflective sheetings are valid when these films are applied to BCP

    Traffic to make traffic signs. This performance guarantee is effective provided that signs

    are manufactured, installed and maintained following 3Ms recommendations.

    Yours sincerely

    Pippa Batchelor

    3M D&G Technical SupervisorTraffic Safety Systems

    Registered in England at 3M Centre, Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 8HT Reg. No. 1123045

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    BEDFORDEdison RoadElms Farm Industrial Estate

    Bedford MK41 0HUt. 0 1 2 3 4 6 8 4 1 0 0

    [email protected]

    BRIDGENDCoegnant Close

    Brackla Industrial EstateBridgend

    Mid Glamorgan CF31 2AHt. 0 1 6 5 6 6 8 3 9 0 0

    [email protected]

    BRISTOLSt.Andrews Trading Estate

    Third Way, Avonmouth BristolBS11 9YE

    t. 0 1 1 7 9 4 8 2 6 0 [email protected]

    EDENBRIDGEFircroft WayEdenbridge

    Kent TN8 6ESt. 0 1 7 3 2 5 8 2 7 0 0

    [email protected]

    HAYDOCKUnits 3 & 4

    Haydock Lane Industrial EstateHaydock Lane, HaydockSt. Helens WA11 9UY

    t. 0 1 9 4 2 7 5 8 8 0 [email protected]

    KINGSWINFORD31 The Pensnett Estate

    KingswinfordWest Midlands DY6 7UE

    t. 0 1 3 8 4 2 8 2 6 3 [email protected]

    LEEDSUnits 3 & 4Benyon Park

    Leeds LS12 6DPt. 0 1 1 3 3 8 6 3 2 8 0

    [email protected]

    LITTLEHAMPTONUnit 9, Thorgate Road

    Lineside Industrial EstateLittlehampton

    West Sussex BN17 7LUt. 0 1 9 0 3 7 3 3 5 0 0

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    NORWICH13 Concorde Road

    NorwichNorfolk NR6 6BJ

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    PLYMOUTHUnit K1, Eagle RoadLangage Business Park

    Plymouth, Devon PL7 5JYt. 0 1 7 5 2 6 1 2 4 0 0

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    READING9-10 Stadium Way

    ReadingBerkshire

    RG30 6BXt. 0 1 1 8 9 4 5 5 5 4 2

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