Hiding the Silver Edge Aluminum nameplates have a visible silver edge when cut out from the sheet. Recently we reviewed how to hide that silver edge by designing a recess into the product housing. Sometimes this is not possible. What can be done to solve this issue? Another option is to roll the ...
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Cosmetic Packaging How do you capture flirtation and fun in cosmetic packaging? Combine a bright vibrant color with a cute design and there you have it! Take that design and translate it into an attractive label to carry branding across the packaging. This is exactly what was done with the custom ...
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Oval Shape Next to the circle and square, an oval is one of the most common shapes for aluminum nameplates. Oval shaped nameplates and emblems can be found in just about any industry and on any product - including medical equipment, electronics and furniture. Review options in flat or 3D stock dies ...
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Aluminum Tooling Considerations Aluminum nameplates require tooling in order to cut the metal into the shape and perhaps to take on the form that is needed for your design. A basic shape like a circle, oval or square may be able to take advantage of a flat or 3D formed stock die. If not, a custom ...
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Aluminum Nameplate Tooling Guide You've spent time and energy designing a product and coming up with just the right graphic and maybe a tagline to promote your brand online and in brochures or store displays. What about the product itself? Is your brand clearly identified? If these questions makes ...
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Distressed Finishes on Aluminum A finish structure which seems to come to life quite often is to have a product appear to be worn or aged. It can be seen on archery products, POP displays, and furniture. This distressed, or patina look adds a certain distinguishing flair to the perceived value of a ...
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Guest Blogger This article is part of a series of articles from my co-workers on their favorite nameplates. Dave Olson, our guest blogger this week, chose an aluminum nameplate which was designed to stand up to being outside and in a variety of environments.
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Collaboration You know your product and the look that you want. We know how to decorate and fabricate aluminum to meet your requirements. Collaboration between the two of us can create amazing results. Whether you need a simple blanked emblem or a more complex piece of aluminum trim is required, a ...
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Great things come in small packages. The same can be said when considering the size of your branding. A small sized product does not leave much room to incorporate a logo or name. Yet brand recognition is an important aspect to the design. Don't worry! Small nameplates and labels don't have to ...
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