The aluminum nameplate manufacturing process includes several standard operations combined to create custom nameplates. Processes include sheet prep, litho, screening, coating, punch press and inspection. All decoration is completed in the flat sheet with tooling operations following. The possibilities for creating unique durable nameplates are endless.

1. nameplate and label
manufacturing process
from beginning
to end
Northern Engraving | Nameplates & Trim

2. nameplates are
custom manufactured
to meet
your needs

3. standard processes are
combined

4. SUBSTRATES
Metal
Aluminum
mill finish or bright material
.012” to .060” thick
Stainless Steel
304 or 430 type material
.012” to .032” thick
Plastic
Polyester
chrome, clear, brushed, white, rainbow
.002” to .010” thick
Polycarbonate
textured, velvet, clear, matte, brushed
.005” to .060” thick
Vinyl
scuff resistant, black or white matte
.010” to .020” thick

5. MANUFACTURING PROCESS
• Decorate in Flat Sheet
• Adhesive
• Tooling

6. MECHANICAL FINISHES
• Creates movement
• Overall or Selective
• Combine in layers
• Options
Brush
Spin
Stripe
* Not all mechanical finishes available on stainless steel
* Mechanical finishes are not available on plastic substrates

7. DECORATING PROCESSES
Litho
• Opaque or Transparent Color
• Critical Registration and Fine Details
Screen
• Opaque, Transparent or Metallic Color
• Backlit and Deadfront Graphics
• Pattern Textures and Gloss Changes
Top Coat
• Protects Decoration with high, medium
or low gloss

8. TOOLING
Tooling operations are the final
steps in the manufacturing
process
Emboss
Form
Blank
In-mold

9. nameplates represent
your brand and
differentiate your product
in the market

10. How will you
build your brand
Identity?

11. Northern Engraving
nameplates & decorative trim
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