Guest Blogger This is another article in a series of posts featuring notes from my co-workers on their favorite nameplate. This article illustrates the unique perspective that each of us look at the world through. The nameplate that Scott chose isn't technically a nameplate. There are no graphics ...
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Engine Striped Aluminum Nameplates Engine stripe is a mechanical process where the surface of the aluminum is abraded to create depth and movement. The process involves dragging a small circular head across the sheet of metal. The result is a stripe made up of an arching brush (picture a row of the ...
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Coach Legacy Body Creme Packaging Coach's 65th anniversary collection included the iconic Legacy Stripe on everything from handbags and bangles to fragrances. Packaging for the Coach body creme includes an aluminum appliqué screen printed to coordinate with the anniversary collection. Translating ...
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Aluminum Nameplates A popular option in product branding for consumer electronics and cameras is to design a nameplate which is cut out around the letters. Cutting out the nameplate around the logo minimizes the background allowing your name to stand out. A full range of decorative options are ...
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Deidre Kruser
Custom Metal Overlay S&S Cycle celebrated their 50th anniversary in style with this custom designed aluminum toolbox insert. Six engines are printed on the metal along with a list of builders participating in the anniversary event. Engine striping is used to add movement to the panel and draw ...
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Deidre Kruser
Designing a nameplate includes many choices. A common question that we are asked is how can I create depth in my nameplate on a limited budget? Options include using mechanical finishes, printing and texture to add to the depth. This article explores the option of using printed halftones on labels ...
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Application of a selective gloss is used on metal and plastic nameplates to add impact to product identification. Most often a low gloss area is contrasted with high gloss details to create an attractive nameplate. This article focuses on options in selective gloss on metal nameplates.
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Nameplates. Nameplates. Nameplates. Any size or shape nameplate up to 42" by 25". From ten to ten thousand, all are custom manufactured to meet your needs on aluminum, stainless steel, plastic and brass. Not all processes are available on all sizes or types of material. However, the custom product ...
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