Pipe Markers – NZS 5807 & AS 1345 Compliant Identification
Keep your site safe, compliant and easy to navigate with our high-visibility Pipe Identification Markers.
Designed for industrial and commercial plants, these markers clearly show pipe contents and flow direction so your team, contractors and emergency services can instantly see what’s running where.
Product Description
Our industrial-grade Pipe Markers provide clear, durable and compliant identification of pipe contents in accordance with NZS 5807:1980 and AS 1345:1995. Designed for manufacturing facilities, processing plants, HVAC systems, hospitals, and commercial buildings, these markers improve safety, reduce downtime, and support compliance with workplace hazard identification requirements.
Each marker uses high-visibility colours and clear text to communicate the material classification, flow direction, and associated hazards. Available in wrap-around vinyl, clip-on rigid tags, or adhesive labels, these markers are durable enough for harsh indoor and outdoor environments.
Key Features
✔ Standards-Based Colour Coding
- NZS 5807 full-colour background classifications
- AS 1345 colour-band system aligned to AS 2700
- Supports flammable, corrosive, water, air, steam, chemical, fire-mode water, and more.
✔ Clear Flow Direction Indicators
All markers include direction arrows to show flow, meeting industry best practice.
✔ High-Visibility Text
- Legible from distance
- Contrasting colours
- Supports multi-line text for complex services (e.g., “CHILLED WATER SUPPLY – 6°C”)
✔ Durable Construction
Available in:
- UV-stabilised vinyl wrap
- Chemical-resistant PVC clip-on
- High-bond adhesive labels
- Temperature-resistant options for steam and refrigeration
Recommended Sizes (AS 1345 Guidelines)
Marker size is based on the outside diameter (OD) of the pipe for optimal readability.
| Pipe OD | Marker Height | Text Height | Typical Length |
| < 40 mm | 15 mm | 5 mm | 200–300 mm |
| 40–70 mm | 20 mm | 8 mm | 300–400 mm |
| 70–140 mm | 30 mm | 12 mm | 400–600 mm |
| 140–230 mm | 40 mm | 20 mm | 600–900 mm |
| > 230 mm | 50 mm | 30 mm | 900–1200 mm |
NZS 5807 does not prescribe exact dimensions, but AS 1345 sizes are widely adopted across NZ facilities for clarity and consistency.
Compliance
Our pipe markers are designed to support compliance with:
- Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) NZ
- Hazardous Substances Regulations 2017
- WorkSafe NZ workplace identification guidance
- NZS 5807: Industrial Identification by Colour, Word and Symbol
- AS 1345: Identification of the Contents of Pipes, Conduits and Ducts
Helpful Official Resources
The following government and standards-related organisations offer additional guidance:
- WorkSafe New Zealand – Hazardous Substances
https://worksafe.govt.nz/managing-health-and-safety/hazardous-substances/ - Standards New Zealand (NZS 5807 & AS 1345 purchase page)
https://standards.govt.nz/ - Safe Work Australia – Chemical Pipe & Duct Identification Guidance
https://safeworkaustralia.gov.au - ISO / IEC Safety Signage Resources (International)
https://www.iso.org/safety-signs
(Note: Full copies of NZS/AS standards require purchase via Standards NZ.)
Disclaimer
These pipe markers are manufactured to support compliance with NZS 5807 and AS 1345 guidelines; however, final installation, placement, colour selection, and interpretation of the standards remain the responsibility of the installer or site owner. For complete regulatory obligations, always refer to the latest official standards and WorkSafe NZ guidance. Product suitability should be confirmed for each specific site, application, and operating environment.
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