--- title: Northern Engraving | Blog for Aluminum Nameplates and Plastic Labels | Aluminum Trim description: Aluminum Trim | Covers aluminum and plastic nameplate and label design, processes and best practices. --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/topic/aluminum-trim#main-nav) [![Norcorp](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Northern-Engraving-Logo-white.png?width=530&name=Northern-Engraving-Logo-white.png "Norcorp")](https://www.norcorp.com/) - Nameplate Blog # Nameplate Blog ## [Milestone Anniversary Highlighted on Aluminum Badge](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/milestone-anniversary-highlighted-on-aluminum-badge) Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Celebrating a milestone anniversary is a great opportunity for a company to highlight their brand and draw attention to their product. One way to do this is with a commemorative logo. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/milestone-anniversary-highlighted-on-aluminum-badge) ## Enhance Aluminum Trim with a Faux Finish Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) We get questions quite often centered on ways to make aluminum trim look like other materials. No matter if your design is calling for the look of leather, stone or another type of metal like pewter, stainless steel or brass, aluminum can be decorated to achieve the desired effect. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/204680/enhance-aluminum-trim-with-background-texture) ## IDSA 2015 | Industrial Designers Society of America International Conference Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) This post originally appeared on the Surfaces on Aluminum blog. To read more content like this, subscribe to Surfaces on Aluminum. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/idsa-2015-industrial-designers-society-of-america-international-conference) ## Enhance Brand Identity with Diamond Cut Aluminum Badges Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Enhanced Brand Identity When designing an aluminum badge to enhance and showcase a high profile brand, some common appearance requirements include sharp detail or bold and reflective graphics. With the variety of decorating options available, these elements can seem difficult to achieve. This post ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/207439/How-Diamond-Cut-Aluminum-Makes-Premium-Motorcycle-Trim) ## 5 Considerations for Multi-Level Embossed Aluminum Badges Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Multiple Level Aluminum Tooling Considerations In considering the look of a nameplate or badge and how to stand out among competitors, designers turn to embossed aluminum for depth and dimension. Multi-level emboss adds further layers of interest to grab attention for premium and high quality ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/5-considerations-for-multi-level-embossed-aluminum-badges) ## Grab Attention with 3-D Embossed Aluminum Badges Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) 3-D Embossed Aluminum Stands Out Embossed aluminum is a common feature to consider when looking to showcase a brand logo or graphic on a badge. A common question is how to take that to the next level to grab attention and stand out from competition? Aluminum offers versatility in decoration and ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/grab-attention-with-3-d-embossed-aluminum-badges) ## 10 Simply Elegant Automotive Gear Knobs Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Premium Aluminum Trim = Simple Elegance A gear knob is one piece of trim which is touched every time a vehicle is put in motion. It makes sense that the expectation is for the gear knob to match the look and feel of the vehicle that it is directing. Brushed aluminum is a common foundation to build ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/208057/10-simply-elegant-automotive-gear-knobs-slideshare) ## Nameplate Archive | Pierced Aluminum Overlay Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Tight Space for Decoration? No Problem! A common back to school item that shows up on supply lists is a scientific calculator. The function and number buttons on the face of the device do not leave much room for decoration or branding. Instead of seeing this as a negative, there is room to bring ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/207577/Nameplate-Archive-Pierced-Aluminum-Overlay) ## Can an Aluminum Badge Have a Tapered Emboss? Yes! Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Tapered Embossed Aluminum Badge Many times when a design calls for embossed detail for aluminum trim, this is to signify a uniform step up of the material so there is a visual and tactile dimension to the part. What if your design calls for a tapered or gradual step up? Will this work with an ... 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