A practical panel code

A useful format is Client–Unit–Side–Panel–Quantity. Example: ACME-U12-DS-P03-1of1. Define every abbreviation on the job record; never make the receiving installer guess.

Assign the vehicle and approved-art record.
Code each panel by unit, side, and sequence.
Mark the installation map and any approved alignment references.
Package by vehicle and verify the contents before release.

1. Fleet Unit & Production Record

Client / Program

Job / PO Number

Unit Number

Year / Make / Model

Body / Wheelbase / Roof

Vehicle Color

Approved Artwork Version

Approval Date / Approver

Material / Finish Record

Production Date

Installer / Contact

Install Date / Location

Panel-code convention

Client – Unit – Side – Panel – Quantity

2. Installation Map

Enter the panel code and sequence. Add only overlap, alignment, or trimming notes approved by production or the installer.

Driver Side (DS)

P01Code:
Sequence:

P02Code:
Sequence:

P03Code:
Sequence:

P04Code:
Sequence:

Passenger Side (PS)

P01Code:
Sequence:

P02Code:
Sequence:

P03Code:
Sequence:

P04Code:
Sequence:

Front / Rear / Roof / Other

FrontCode:

RearCode:

RoofCode:

OtherCode:

Approved installation notes

3. Package Verification & Handoff

☐ Every panel matches the manifest
☐ Unit and side are clearly labeled
☐ Sequence and quantity are visible
☐ Printed surfaces are protected
☐ Panels are grouped by vehicle
☐ Small decals are separately identified
☐ Proof or reference map is included
☐ Installer contact is confirmed
☐ Pickup or shipping address is verified
☐ Package count is recorded

Package Number / Total

Weight / Dimensions if shipped

Pickup / Carrier / Tracking

Released By / Date

Received By / Date

Exceptions / Damage Notes