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.
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Aluminum Wheel Inserts Wheel inserts for the automotive industry are exposed to harsh environments. A clear topcoat protects the metal and your printed image in this environment making the emblems not only resistant to damage from temperature extremes but also scratch, fade, salt, oil and chemical ...
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There are an endless array of options in designing a wheel inserts. The Buick wheel insert shown here combines molded plastic and aluminum to create a multi-dimensional look. The aluminum piece features bright graphics embossed on a spun background. The depth in the molded plastic piece adds a ...
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This aluminum steering wheel insert, manufactured for Corvette, uses selective doming to add dimension to the Corvette logo. A combination of opaque and transparent color are used along with embossing to add detail to the logo.
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Aluminum Automotive Wheel Inserts Whether you are taking a subtle elegant approach or a bold attention-getting one, aluminum is an excellent way to add depth and interest to a wheel insert design. The Cadillac wheel insert shown here features a unique spin effect which catches the light creating ...
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Formed Domed Aluminum Nameplate This Rainbow vacuum nameplate features four color process, embossed graphics, doming and forming all in one attention-getting part. Adhesive is laminated to the back of the nameplate for assembly to the handle of the vacuum.
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This set of nameplates illustrates beautifully options in nameplate design on aluminum. One design uses bright graphics to contrast against a grey background. A second design changes up the grey background with the addition of a spin for movement. The third design adds embossing and diamond cutting ...
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Coca-Cola Sign The Coca-Cola sign is an example of using traditional nameplate processes in a unique way. It is a very large nameplate. The logo is embossed and diamond cut creating crisp graphics with a reflective surface. Northern Engraving manufactured the aluminum signs in two versions, grey ...
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Estée Lauder Beautiful Nameplate This aluminum nameplate, manufactured for Estée Lauder's Beautiful perfumed powder, pushed the boundaries of nameplate design. The Beautiful logo is embossed and printed with a transparent tint of gold. The background is enhanced with an embossed ribbing. The ...
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