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Beyond water and grease-resistance and the processing of the resin, UV stability may also need to be added in order for synthetic material to withstand the harsh effects of the sun. Ken Machlica, product manager, Rapid Roll at Avery Dennison Fasson Roll North America (Painesville, Ohio), said, "Typically, synthetic materials are engineered with specific 'durability' characteristics, depending upon what the intended end-use application is. Durability to some material buyers may involve UV stability for long-term outdoor applications, while others may think of durability as strength or chemical resistance."