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Favorite Nameplate | IPC

Posted by Kelly Kjos

Guest Blogger This article is part of a series of articles from my co-workers on their favorite nameplates. Billie Theobald, our guest blogger this week, is very familiar with the wide variety of nameplates manufactured by Northern Engraving, specializing in the cosmetics industry.

Gold Aluminum Nameplates

Posted by Kelly Kjos

Adding a gold finish to your aluminum nameplate gives shine as well as richness to the original design. Gold can also highlight embossing or allow a black finish to stand out. The above nameplate examples show the many looks a gold emblem may have.

Nameplate Archive | GTA TransAm Emblem

Posted by Kelly Kjos

TransAm GTA Emblem One of the classic designs, the TransAm nameplate, features a coined texture on the firebird contrasted by the black background. The metallic gold tones really allow this design to catch the eye. This is a perfect example of a timeless, recognizable emblem.

11 Nameplates with a Beadblast Finish

Posted by Kelly Kjos

Utilizing a beadblast finish gives your nameplate a subtle texture, while highlighting the chosen graphic. Whether it is paired with a bright aluminum or black graphic, the matte finish qualities of the beadblast allow the graphic to consistently be the focus.

Nameplate Appliques Supplied on a Roll

Posted by Kelly Kjos

Blank on Tape Appliques supplied on a roll refers to the process in which an aluminum part is applied with a press onto a roll of adhesive tape. This process is most often utilized with high-volume orders and small parts. Aluminum or norlens products are most commonly used materials.

Favorite Nameplate | SKB Case

Posted by Kelly Kjos

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 crispness of the nameplate Vicky chose caught her attention.

Favorite Nameplate | Callaway X-16

Posted by Kelly Kjos

Guest Blogger This article is part of a series of articles from my co-workers on their favorite nameplates. A little bit about me: I am from a small town in southwest Wisconsin, and I attended Viterbo University in La Crosse, where I graduated in May 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in business with ...