Pen Caps and End Closures Requirements For Promotional Pens (BS7272)
Business → Marketing & Advertising
- Author Neil Cleere
- Published November 22, 2010
- Word count 507
BS7272 is the International Standard for Pen Caps and End Closures of Writing and Marking instruments, and is the only published safety standard for end closures. The first standard concerning the "Safety of End Closures" was published by the B.S.I in September 2000. It was revised in April 2008 and is applicable from 30th September 2009.
You might ask as a Promotional Pens supplier whether it is necessary to prepare an International Standard for something so seemingly benign as a pen cap, but, too many people have choked on pen caps and end plugs, so it makes sense to define specific requirements that will enable people to keep on breathing, if by some misfortune, they accidentally inhale one.
Most manufacturers of Promotional Pens and other marking instruments are responsible producers and do comply with the standard, but there are of course suppliers from outside Western Europe who may not even be aware of the existence of this standard. There are eight sections in the standard that Importers of Writing Instruments need to be familiar with to ensure compliance. Five of the requirements carry equal status and Pen Caps/End Closures must conform to at least one of these, i.e size, security, inaccessibility, minimal protrusion or airflow.
-
An end closure shall not pass through a 16mm diameter ring under its own weight.
-
The end closure shall not be removed when subjected to a force of 50 Newtons
-
When the end closure is a plug, it must be recessed and capable of withstanding a force of 10 Newtons.
-
The grippable surface of a plug shall not extend beyond 1mm beyond the end of the writing instrument and overall length must not extend more than 3mms
-
An end closure must permit airflow of 8 Litres per minute at room temperature under a pressure of 1.33Kilo Pascals.
There are two other requirements, i.e when the writing instrument has a cap, and its length is greater than its diameter, it shall meet both requirements of security and airflow. Finally, the manufacturer's name must be clearly identifiable on the product or its packaging/documentation.
So, what is a force of 10 Newtons in a meaningful context? A Newton is defined as the force applied by gravity on an object about the size of an apple weighing typically 100 gms and a Kilopascal is approximately 1% of atmospheric pressure.
-
The above standards might sound complicated but they are in reality applied common sense.
-
A 16mm plug is not sufficient to completely block your windpipe.
-
An end cap or plug must be very difficult to pull out.
-
If you do happen to get one wedged in your windpipe, sufficient air must be able to pass to continue breathing.
For suppliers of Promotional Pens and Writing Instruments in general, this standard might seem unnecessary and difficult to understand but BS7272 uses basic science to turn physiology into figures and this will ultimately save lives. So, it makes good sense to check with your Promotional Pen suppliers that they comply with the standard.
The Pen Warehouse is one of Europe's leading manufacturers and suppliers of promotional pens and is based in the South East of England. The company prints all promotional pens and promotional pencils in-house and orders can be turned around, printed with your corporate details in twenty four hours.
Our website [http://www.pens.co.uk](http://www.pens.co.uk) is the premier domain for promotional pens in the UK.
You can contact our sales department on 0044 1252 400270
Article source: https://articlebiz.comRate article
Article comments
There are no posted comments.
Related articles
- Do Compelling Marketing Pictures Unlock Sales Potential?
- Become an SEO Expert: The Benefits of Certification
- 8 Essential Steps for Hiring and Collaborating with Commercial Photographers
- Marketing Strategies for Mooncake Suppliers: Standing Out in a Crowded Market
- Discover The Hottest TikTok Trends Taking Over Your Feed!
- How Crypto PR Exists Beyond Traditional Marketing
- How To Automate Affiliate Marketing?
- Effective Marketing Strategies for Tradies: Boost Your Business in 2024
- The Dos and Don'ts of Creating Engaging Online Content That Keeps Your Readers Coming Back
- Unleash Your Inner Artist with Google's Mind-Blowing AI Generator!
- The Impact Of Social Media Algorithms On Marketing Strategies
- Redefining Success with a Holistic Approach to Marketing Measurement
- Dong Yuhui being accused of being racist against women because refusal to sell women's underwear.
- Creating Buzz in the Hallways: High School Advertising Techniques That Get Results
- How does social media marketing tie into a digital solution service?
- Custom DVI Cables: Everything You Need to Know?
- Diet Plan for Weight Gain
- Navigating the Dynamic Landscape of Hot Trends in SMM Panels
- Unveiling AI Brilliance: Leonardo Laboratories at the Fore of Innovation
- Unlock Your Career Potential: How Our Digital Marketing Institute Can Propel You Forward in Mumbai
- Social Media Marketing: Harness the Power of Online Platforms for Success
- Growing Your Business Online: How Gardeners Can Utilize Digital Marketing
- Measuring and Boosting ROI Across SEO, Email, & Social Media
- Navigating Challenging Business Conditions: The Power of Strategic Marketing
- Unlock Your Style: Fortnite Skins for Sale
- The Ultimate Guide to Color Grading: Techniques and Tools for Beginners
- Here Are Some Effective SEO Strategies For Startup Success
- How to Create an Effective Business Marketing Plan
- Traditional Direct Print Marketing Isn't Dead: Unveiling Its Untapped Potential
- New Age Student Recruitment: How AI is Revolutionizing International Enrollment