BenefitsBenefits to having your Lowen Certification status.

1. Industry recognition in having passed the highest standard of testing in the industry.

2. Opportunity to participate in Lowen installation programs.

3. Test for your 3M Preferred Graphics Installer's Designation with the same test as Lowen Certified

We will forward your results to 3M for evaluation.4.

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The only program in the industry where the certification stays with you, not the company.

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Warranty assistance with 3M. Lowen will assist you in warranty claim situations.

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What is Lowen Certified?

Lowen Certified is a testing and certification program designed by Lowen Corporation to give individual installers a portable, industry recognized certification that proves they have taken and passed the industry's most demanding graphic installation testing.

Why should I be Lowen Certified?

Lowen Certified provides professional installers many benefits not found in lesser certification programs. In addition to the respect and recognition that come with passing the demanding testing program, you will be a part of Lowen's nationwide installation network. Lowen contracts millions of dollars annually in installation jobs throughout North America. Being a part of this network gives you the opportunity to bid on our installation programs.In addition, Lowen is making available to Lowen Certified members discounted pricing on all of our product lines. This gives professional installers, installation companies and sign shops the ability to sell printed graphics, wraps and signage to end user customers for higher profit margin.

Do you I have to purchase anything from Lowen to get Lowen Certified?Other than the certification itself, you are not required to purchase anything from Lowen in order to be Lowen Certified.

Who should get Lowen Certified?

If you install vinyl graphics, whether vehicle, marine, or on-premise walls or floors, you will benefit from being Lowen Certified. If you are an installer of window tint or paint protection films, then becoming Lowen Certified opens up a whole new area of revenue opportunity for you.

Where do I become Lowen Certified?

Our training and certification programs take place at our state-of-the-art Lowen Training and Certification Center in Hutchinson, KS. This 19,000 sq.ft. facility boasts hands on training stations for vinyl installation in all applications, as well as classroom training covering all manner of vinyl installation techniques. The Certification program is managed by industry experts Ray Carlson and Dennis Shea.

How does Lowen Certified work with 3M's Certification program?

Lowen has worked closely with 3M to create the first 3M Preferred Graphic Installers program specifically for the installer. The Lowen Certified Training and Certification Center is also the only place outside of 3M in St. Paul where you can get tested to become a 3M Preferred Graphics installer.

*Passing Lowen’s test does not automatically qualify you for a 3M Preferred Graphics Installer designation ; 3Mcorporation regulates and awards designation at their discretion. However, Lowen’s testing includes the basic 3Mrequirements for the designation. The information is then passed on to 3M for approval.

Professional Vehicle Wrap Installer:Certification candidates must show a proficiency at the level determined by our baseline testing with materials and substrates most commonly used in vehicle advertising and protection.

# Proficiency Description Materials Passing Score

*3M

1 Compound/Complex Curves

Rear Quarter/Rear Door / Window Perf.

380C 80 Points YES

2 Compound/Complex Curves

Front Fender/Front Door. 180Cv3 80 Points YES

3 Compound/Complex Curves

Front Bumper. 380C 80 Points YES

4 Compound/Complex Curves

Late Model Sprinter Door. 380C 80 Points Yes

*Same test for 3M certified Installer

All test s require the passing of 3Ms written exam with a score of 80% or higher.

This station is designed to test the installer s ability to perform a sellable vehicle wrap installation properly within a time frame congruent with experience showing a minimal amount of mistakes.

Name: Station 1 Test s 1,2,3,4 Total Time : 6 HoursProficiency: Compound/Complex Curves Substrate: Late Model HHR /

Dodge Sprinter DoorMaterials: 3M IJ180Cv3 / 3MIJ380C Over laminates: 8519/8580

Tech Note: see tech notes on 180Cv3, 380C, 8519,8520 and vehicle wrap installation.

Synopsis:1. Accurately complete a vehicle pre-inspection report.2. Properly clean and prep the vehicle.3. Demonstrate to the facilitator proper use and locations of Primer 94™.4. De-trim, de-badge and remove obstacles.5. Pre-place and properly align prints. A proof will be provided.6. Install all panels properly according to 3M specifications.

6.1. Front bumper.6.1.1.One seam allowed.6.1.2.No relief cuts.

6.2. Front fender.6.3. Front door.6.4. Rear door.6.5. Rear quarter panel.6.6. Perforated window film.

7. Properly trim and finish the vehicle according to 3M specifications.7.1. Includes Lowen standards in accordance to seamless installation.7.2. Includes proper post-heating at appropriate surface temperature of 200 degrees Fahrenheit.

8. Replace all obstructions.9. Clean and prepare vehicle for customer delivery.10. Accurately complete post- wrap inspection and touch up if needed.

See Photos of Station next Page.

Professional Vehicle Wrap Installer:

Station Visuals 6 hours Total Time: Bring your own installation tools.

Test 1: 2 hours | Test 2: 2 hours

Test 3: 2 hours

Test 4: 55 Minutes

Professional Fleet Graphic installer:Certification candidates must show a proficiency at the level determined by our baseline testing with materials and substrates most commonly used in Fleet Graphic Applications.

# Proficiency Description Materials Passing Score

*3M

5 Corrugated Panels Corrugated Trailer Side 180C 80 Points YES

6 Pre-spaced Lettering Flat With Rivets Trailer Side 180C 80 Points YES

*Same test for 3M certified Installer

All test s require the passing of 3Ms written exam with a score of 80% or higher.

This station is designed to test the installer s ability to perform a sellable fleet graphic installation properly within a time frame congruent with experience showing a minimal amount of mistakes.

Name: Total Time : 4 Hours 30 MinutesProficiency: Substrate: Utility Trailer Side Materials:

Station 2 Test s 5,6 Fleet panel installation 3M IJ180 Over laminates: Clear Coat/Mask

Synopsis:1. Accurately complete a vehicle pre-inspection report2. Properly and safely set up install platform.

2.1. Platform consists of planks and ladders.3. Pre-inspect surface condition.

3.1. Be able to communicate procedures for chalking and peeling.4. Identify direction of the graphics installation, per ADOT Standards.5. Properly clean and prep the trailer side.6. Pre-place and properly align prints. A proof will be provided.7. Install panels properly according to 3M specifications.

7.1. Install pre-printed panels on corrugated tractor trailer side.8. Properly relief cut installed graphics.9. Properly finish all rivets.10. Accurately complete pre-inspection delivery.

** Not timed but included in the test. Proper panel removal.Weed burner demonstration.

Professional Fleet Graphic installer:Station Visuals 4.5 hours Total Time: Bring your own installation tools.

Test 5: 2 hours

Test 6: 30 Minutes

Rough Wall Installation ProfessionalCertification candidates must show a proficiency at the level determined by our baseline testing with materials and substrates most commonly used in Rough Wall Graphic Applications.

# Proficiency Description Materials Passing Score

*3M

7 Common Block/Brick Wall

Standard grey block or red brick 8624 80 Points YES

8 Mosaic Wall Slump Block with heavy grout Lines 8624 80 Points YES

*Same test for 3M certified Installer

All test s require the passing of 3Ms written exam with a score of 80% or higher.

This station is designed to test the installer s ability to perform a sellable Rough Wall Graphics installation properly within a time frame congruent with experience showing a minimal amount of mistakes.

Name: Total Time : 4 HoursProficiency: Substrate: Block Wall SurfacesMaterials:

Station 3 Test s 7,8Rough wall graphic installation 3M 8624 Over laminates: 8524

Synopsis:

1.Substrate 1: Brick11. Prep wall.12. Install both panels on according to 3M specs.13. Trim grout-lines according to 3M specs.

Left to Right: Test 7 1.5 hours Test 8: 2.5 Hours ** TOOLS ARE PROVIDED**

On Premise Graphics Installation ProfessionalCertification candidates must show a proficiency at the level determined by our baseline testing with materials and substrates most commonly used in Rough Wall Graphic Applications.

# Proficiency Description Materials Passing Score

*3M

9 Wall Films smooth and flat interior walls IJ180 80 Points YES

10 Floor Graphics Apply graphics to a sealed concrete floor.

IJ162 80 Points YES

*Same test for 3M certified Installer

All test s require the passing of 3Ms written exam with a score of 80% or higher.

This station is designed to test the installer s ability to perform installation on site/on premise type graphics properly within a time frame congruent with experience showing a minimal amount of mistakes.

Name: Total Time : 1 hour 10 MinutesProficiency: Substrate: Concrete/AlluminumMaterials:

Station 4 Test s 9,10On premise graphic installation 3M IJ180/IJ162 Over laminates: 3645/8520

Synopsis:

Test 9:1. Properly clean and prep wall.2. Properly Align and install graphic.3. Install graphic properly.

Test 10:1. Properly clean and prep floor.2. Check butt seam trimming.3. Install graphic properly.

On Premise Graphics Installation ProfessionalStation Visuals 1 Hour 10 Minutes Total Time: Bring your own installation tools.

Test 10: 30 Mins

Test 11: 20 Mins

Lowen Certified Expert InstallerMust pass all the tests below with an 80% or better score.

# Proficiency Description Materials Passing Score

*3M

1 Compound/Complex Curves

Rear Quarter/Rear Door / Window Perf.

380C 80 Points YES

2 Compound/Complex Curves

Front Fender/Front Door. 180Cv3 80 Points YES

3 Compound/Complex Curves

Front Bumper. 380C 80 Points YES

4 Compound/Complex Curves

Late Model Sprinter Door. 380C 80 Points YES

5 Corrugated Panels Corrugated Trailer Side 180C 80 Points YES

6 Pre-Spaced Lettering

Flat with Rivets Trailer Side 7725/7125 80 Points YES

7 Common Block/Brick Wall

Standard grey block or red brick 8624 80 Points YES

8 Mosaic Wall Slump Block with heavy grout Lines 8624 80 Points YES

9 Wall Films Allumilite flat wall IJ180 80 Points YES

10 Floor Graphics Apply graphics to a sealed concrete floor.

IJ162 80 Points YES

11 Product Knowledge

3M written exam YES

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