January 2015 SPORT EQUIPMENT AND COMPETITION UNIFORM · PDF fileSPORT EQUIPMENT AND COMPETITION UNIFORM GUIDELINES National Olympic Committees, International Federations and Continental

January 2015

SPORT EQUIPMENT AND COMPETITION UNIFORM GUIDELINESNational Olympic Committees, International Federations and Continental Federations

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SPORT EQUIPMENT AND COMPETITION UNIFORM GUIDELINES

Table of ContentsPurpose of the Sport Equipment and Competition Uniform Guidelines ........3Manufacturer’s Trademarks ..................................................................................3General Conditions for the Presence of Manufacturer’s Trademarks .............4Size Dimensions for Manufacturer’s Trademarks ..............................................5Applying Manufacturer’s Trademarks ................................................................5Maximizing the NOC Identity ...............................................................................9Using the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Mark ............................................9TO2015 Approval ..................................................................................................11Complying with the Guidelines .............................................................................11Violations of the Guidelines .................................................................................11Exceptions ...............................................................................................................11

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Purpose of the Sport Equipment and Competition Uniform GuidelinesThe TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games Organizing Committee (TO2015), in collaboration with the Pan American Sports Organization (PASO), is pleased to introduce the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Sport Equipment and Competition Uniform Guidelines for National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and International/Continental Sport Federations (IFs/CFs).

The purpose of these guidelines is to clarify the use of commercial trademarks by using visual diagrams to illustrate the regulations, in an effort to make it as clear as possible how each manufacturer’s identification may or may not be used in both general and specific situations.

These guidelines contain the general rules to be followed regarding manufacturer’s trademarks for the following categories: equipment, clothing, accessories and footwear for the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games.

Because TO2015 places great importance on the national identity of all athletes and respects the important contributions made by sporting goods manufacturers and sponsors, these guidelines are not intended to restrict or impair new, innovative technological design features of clothing, equipment and accessories, but to ensure they conform with the rules and regulations applicable to each sport as set out in these guidelines.

These guidelines apply equally to all persons participating in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games.

Manufacturer’s TrademarksManufacturer’s trademarks are defined as the standard recognition of the name, logo or any other element, graphic or otherwise, which identifies the manufacturer of any item of clothing, including but not limited to training and competition uniforms, headwear, footwear, accessories and sport equipment worn by athletes, team officials and IF/CF officials.

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General Conditions for the Presence of Manufacturer’s Trademarks• Only one manufacturer’s trademark is permitted per item, as noted in the specific size dimensions

outlined in these guidelines.

• No name, logo, corporate element or colour scheme (including those belonging to NOCs, IFs/CFs, individual athlete sponsors or others) may appear on any item of clothing, accessories or sport equipment.

• Manufacturer’s trademarks for non-sport products are prohibited from appearing on clothing, accessories or equipment. For example, headphones worn during a warm-up practice or at press conferences.

• Accessories are not permitted to be used for commercial purposes.

• Manufacturer’s trademarks appearing on the athlete’s body, such as tattoos, are prohibited.

• Manufacturer’s trademarks on some products used by athletes, per the requirements of the competition, are not permitted. These products include contact lenses, ear plugs, mouthpieces, nose clips and water bottles.

√ XThe general conditions above are applicable to all items of clothing, accessories and sport equipment worn or used by all athletes, team officials, IF/CF officials, accredited staff and product manufacturers.

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Size Dimensions for Manufacturer’s TrademarksManufacturer’s trademarks may only be shown to a maximum dimension of 60 cm2 on sport equipment (or a maximum of 10 per cent of the item), 20 cm2 on competition uniforms and 6 cm2 (or a maximum of 10 per cent of the item) on accessories.

A rectangle or square will be traced around the manufacturer’s name or logo, or combination of name and logo, to calculate the surface area of the manufacturer’s trademark. See examples below.

Manufacturer’s name Manufacturer’s logo Combination of manufacturer’s name and logo

b

a a x b = 6cm2

b

a a x b = 20cm2 a a x b = 20cm2

b

Note: The manufacturers’ names, logos and graphic elements above are the property of their respective manufacturers and affiliates.

Applying Manufacturer’s Trademarks Competition uniformsThis category includes the different types of clothing worn during training and competition sessions, including those worn by IF/CF officials. Uniforms are subject to specific requirements respective to each IF.

In order to comply with the maximum dimensions of the trademark (20 cm2), items made of elastic fabrics such as Lycra or cotton should consider the manufacturer’s trademark as it will look when placed on the athlete’s body. For example, how stretched the trademark will be when worn.

√ NOC / NPC Logo

NOC / NPC Logo

X NOC / NPC Logo

NOC / NPC Logo

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When single-piece suits are used in training and competition, only one manufacturer’s trademark is permitted, to a maximum size of 20 cm2.

Sponsor and third-party marksAthletes, team officials, IF/CF officials and other accredited staff are not permitted to wear any competition uniforms, training gear, warm-up apparel or sport equipment containing any sponsor or other third-party trademarks (logos, names or otherwise).

International technical officials’ uniforms may include their respective IF/CF logo.

√ NOC / NPC Logo X NOC /

NPC Logo

SPONSOR


NPC Logo

NOC / NPC Logo

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When single-piece suits are used in training and competition, only one manufacturer’s trademark is permitted, to a maximum size of 20 cm2.

Sponsor and third-party marksAthletes, team officials, IF/CF officials and other accredited staff are not permitted to wear any competition uniforms, training gear, warm-up apparel or sport equipment containing any sponsor or other third-party trademarks (logos, names or otherwise).

International technical officials’ uniforms may include their respective IF/CF logo.


NPC Logo

SPONSOR

Footwear This category includes footwear worn by athletes, team officials, IF/CF officials and other accredited staff within TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games competition and non-competition venues.

The manufacturer’s trademark is permitted as part of the regular design pattern of the athletic footwear if the size of the trademark is not larger than 6 cm2.

√ XSport equipmentItems in this category are comprised of sport-specific equipment for each discipline that falls under the IF/CF requirements for technical equipment.

The manufacturer’s trademark is only permitted to appear once per item, must not be larger than 60 cm2 and must not occupy more than 10 per cent of the item’s surface.

√ X√ NOC /

NPC Logo X NOC /

NPC Logo

√ X


NPC Logo

NOC / NPC Logo

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AccessoriesThis category includes all personal items and accessories that will be worn, used or carried by athletes, team officials, IF/CF officials and other accredited staff within TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games competition or non-competition venues.

These items include, but are not limited to, headwear, caps, sunglasses, towels, backpacks, sport bags and other items. All personal items carried, used or worn by athletes, team officials, IF/CF officials and other accredited staff within the competition or non-competition venues are subject to these guidelines.

Only one manufacturer’s trademark is permitted on each item, must not appear larger than 6 cm2 and must not occupy more than 10 per cent of the item’s surface area.

√ NOC /

NPC

Logo X NOC /

NPC

Logo

√ X√ NOC /

NPC Logo

X√

NOC / NPC Logo

X NOC / NPC Logo

√ X

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Maximizing the NOC IdentityNOCs are encouraged to make use of any opportunities to maximize their respective national identities on all competition uniforms, equipment and accessories used at the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games.

This may be done through the use of:

• official national colours

• official country name or acronym

• official national flag

• official NOC emblem

Using the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Mark Competition uniformsWith TO2015’s approval, the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games mark can be used on training and competition uniforms under the following conditions:

• Usage must comply with these guidelines as well as the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games Commercial Guidelines for National Olympic Committees and National Paralympic Committees.

• The TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games logo is not permitted to appear on sport competition accessories, equipment or footwear.

• The TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games logo may only appear once per article of clothing.

• The NOC logo and the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games logo must have a distinct space or line separating them.

• Only one manufacturer’s trademark or logo is allowed per item of clothing.

• The manufacturer’s trademark or logo must not appear larger than the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games logo.

• The manufacturer’s logo must be significantly distanced from the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games logo.

• Clothing cannot be used for commercial purposes, sold to the public or used by third parties.

• Clothing must be approved in writing by TO2015.

• NOCs are prohibited from creating replica kits using TORONTO 2015 brand assets.

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√NOC / NPC Logo

Manufacturer

√NOC / NPC Logo

Manufacturer

XNOC / NPC Logo

Manufacturer

XNOC / NPC Logo

Manufacturer

The sizes of the manufacturer’s trademarks used in the examples above are for illustration purposes only.

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TO2015 Approval Unless otherwise specified, NOCs must submit artwork for all training and competition uniforms as well as sporting equipment to their NOC Services representative for approval six weeks prior to production deadlines. TO2015 will communicate the approval or modifications within 10 business days after the submission date.

Complying with the GuidelinesNOCs are responsible for ensuring that all items worn, carried or used by the members of their delegations are in compliance with the regulations contained within these guidelines. The IF/CFs and TO2015 will monitor and ensure compliance with these guidelines.

Violations of the GuidelinesAny identification that violates the guidelines for a particular item will be removed or covered as per the instructions provided by TO2015 or IF/CF representatives. As per the PASO Executive Committee and TO2015 or the respective technical regulations for the sport, violations may lead to the disqualification of the athlete and/or official in violation, as well as other potential sanctions to the athlete, NOC or manufacturer.

ExceptionsSport Equipment Exceptions

Archery Bow, grip, stabilizerThe manufacturer’s identification may appear on both sides of the bow (riser and limbs) on the grip and on the stabilizer.

Athletics BagTwo manufacturer’s identifications are permitted: one on each side of the bag, to a maximum size of 25 cm2 each.

Baseball/softball Bats

Three manufacturer’s trademarks are permitted on one bat and must be placed at a distance of 120 degrees and be no more than 28 cm in length and 6.5 cm in height.

Badminton

Racquet frameThe manufacturer’s identification must be no larger than 60 cm2 and must not take up more than 10 per cent of the surface area.

Racquet stringMay be accepted as commercially available two years before the Rio 2016 Olympic Games and permitted in the BWF major events.

Canoe/kayak BoatsTwo manufacturer’s identifications are permitted: one on each side of the shell of the boat and up to 60 cm2 for each identification.

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Sport Equipment Exceptions

Cycling

Bicycle

Form

Frames and forks: the label “UCI Frame” on approved frames and forks is permitted and mandatory for new frames and forks, in compliance with the UCI Approval Protocol for Frames and Forks.

Branding

Frame: one manufacturer’s identification is permitted on each side of the frame as well as one model name on each side of the frame. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the frame and the name of the frame model are permitted.

Fork: one manufacturer’s identification is permitted on each side of the fork if different from the manufacturer of the frame. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the fork is permitted.

Headset: one manufacturer’s identification is permitted on each side of either the stem, the handlebars or the extensions if different from the manufacturer of the frame. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the stem, handlebars or extensions is permitted.

Seat post: one manufacturer’s identification is permitted on each side of the seat post if different from the manufacturer of the frame. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the seat post is permitted.

Wheels

Form

Wheels must comply with UCI rules or be listed in the UCI List of non-standard wheels in conformity with Article 1.3.018.

Branding

One manufacturer’s identification is permitted on each side of the wheels. The manufacturer’s identification must not be greater than a maximum of 60 cm2. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the wheels is permitted.

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Field hockey Sticks

The exception to the rule may be accepted as commercially available two years before the Rio 2016 Olympic Games and permitted in FIH World Championships and World Cup tournaments.

Rowing

OarsSculls

The manufacturer’s identification may appear once on the inboard section of the loom or shaft only and may be no more than 60 cm2.

SeatsThe manufacturer’s identification may appear only once and may be no more than 6 cm2.

Riggers or fins

On each rigger or on each side of the fin, the manufacturer’s identification may appear only once and may be no more than 16 cm2. The identification may only appear on the edge of the rigger facing the bow of the boat.

Swivels (oarlocks)

On each swivel, the manufacturer’s identification may appear only once and may be no more than 40 mm in height and 5 mm in width. The identification may only appear on the side of the swivel facing the bow of the boat.

Boats

Two manufacturer’s identifications are permitted: one on each side of the shell of the boat, in the section of the boat that is occupied by the rower(s). Each identification may be no more than 100 cm2.

In addition, in the first 50 cm from the bow of the boat, the manufacturer’s logo may appear once on each side of the boat and may be no more than 80 cm2. The logo must not include text.

Note: The first 100 cm of the washboard is reserved for Look of the Games identification and the country code.

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Sailing

Sails

Boat class: RS X, Laser

Two manufacturer’s identifications are permitted and can be placed on each side of the sail, to a maximum size of 60 cm2 for each identification.

Boat class: 49er

Two manufacturer’s identifications are permitted and can be placed on each side of the main sail, to a maximum size of 80 cm2 for each identification.

When applicable, two manufacturer’s identifications are permitted and can be placed one on each side of the secondary sail(s), to a maximum size of 60 cm2 for each identification.

Boat class: Sunfish, Snipe, Hobie 16, J24, Lightning

Two manufacturer’s trademarks are permitted: one on each side of the sail, to a maximum size of 60 cm2 for each logo.

Boats

Boat class: RS X, Laser

Two manufacturer’s identifications are permitted: one on each side of the hull of the boat, to a maximum size 60 cm2 for each identification.

Boat class: 49er

Two manufacturer’s identifications are permitted: one on each side of the hull of the boat, to a maximum size 80 cm2 for each identification.

Boat class: Sunfish, Snipe, Hobie 16, J24, Lightning

Two manufacturer’s trademarks are permitted: one on each side of the hull, to a maximum size of 60 cm2 for each logo.

Table tennis Paddle/racquet

One manufacturer’s identification will be permitted on the blade. One manufacturer’s identification item will be permitted on each side of the rubber (identification embossed on the rubber) and not greater than 10 per cent of the surface area of the item, to a maximum size of 60 cm2.

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Tennis

Racquet

May carry the identification as generally used on racquets sold through the retail trade during the period of 24 months prior to the Games and as permitted in ITF events (Grand Slam tournaments and other major tennis events); the manufacturer’s identification must not be greater than 10 per cent of the surface area of the item, to a maximum size of 60 cm2.

Racquet string

May carry the identification as generally used on racquet string sold through the retail trade during the period of 24 months prior to the Games and as permitted in ITF events (Grand Slam tournaments and other major tennis events).

Triathlon

Bicycle

Frame: one manufacturer’s identification is permitted on each side of the frame, as well as one model name on each side of the frame. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the frame and the name of the frame model are permitted.

Fork: one manufacturer’s identification is permitted on each side of the fork if different from the manufacturer of the frame. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the fork is permitted.

Headset: one manufacturer’s identification is permitted on each side of either the stem, the handlebars or the extensions if different from the manufacturer of the frame. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the stem, handlebars or extensions is permitted.

Seat post: one manufacturer’s identification is permitted on each side of the seat post if different from the manufacturer of the frame. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the seat post is permitted.

Wheels

One manufacturer’s trademark is permitted on each side of the wheels. The manufacturer’s identification must not be greater than a maximum of 60 cm2. Only the manufacturer’s identification of the wheels is permitted.

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