How to Read a Wheel Label & Safety Icon Library

Wheel Labels

The following is an example of a label that can be found on United Abrasives’ wheels. We feel it is important to include as much information as possible on our labels so the end user has the pertinent information needed to operate the wheel. All of our labels are baked on the wheels during the manufacturing process so the label remains intact throughout the life of the wheel.

Updated Label

Safety Icon Library

Hazard Alert Icons

Breaking wheel hazard. Improper use may break wheel and cause serious injury or death.

Warning alert symbol. A general hazard alert symbol typically followed by a written warning containing the signal word WARNING and the warning message panel.

Prohibition Icons

No side grinding. Cutting only.

No cutting. Side grinding only

Do not use a damaged wheel. Inspect the wheel before use. Do not use if damaged.

Mandatory Action Icons

Read information. Read, understand and follow the safety guide provided in the box, OSHA and ANSI B7.1. Visit the industry safety page: safety.UAMA.org

Use wheel guard. Always use a wheel guard on the machine. Never remove or modify the guard and make sure it adjusted to properly protect the user.

Protect your eyes. Always wear ANSI Z87+ approved safety goggles.

Protect your face. Always wear ANSI Z87+ approved face shield. Safety goggles should always be worn with a face shield. Do not wear a face shield alone.

Protect your eyes and face. Always wear ANSI Z87+ approved safety goggles and face shield combined. Combined icon.

Protect your hearing. Always wear EPA labeled hear protection.

Protect your eyes and hearing. Always wear ANSI Z87+ approved safety goggles and EPA labeled hear protection. Combined icon.

Protect your eyes, ears and lungs. Always wear ANSI Z87+ approved safety glasses, EPA labeled hearing protection and NIOSH approved respirators. Combined icon.