Custom Metal CD Packaging A unique use of aluminum decoration is illustrated in this CD package which in 2001 was the Grammy Award winner of Best Boxed Recording Package: Various Artists – Brain In A Box – The Science Fiction Collection. The 6.5-inch square, metal-lidded cube is brilliant packaging ...
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Deidre Kruser
Diamond Cut Aluminum Nameplates The Zenith nameplates are a classic example of the use of the diamond cut process on a nameplate. The outer edge of the nameplate is contoured to follow the logo minimizing the black background while allowing the logo to stand out.
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Deidre Kruser
Mickey Mouse Watch Package Plate This photo of Walt Disney introducing Mickey Mouse was printed on aluminum for Fossil watches. The metal plate was applied to a wooden box completing the collectible packaging. Four color process was used to create the duotone effect on aluminum. A bright aluminum ...
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Deidre Kruser
Aluminum Key Case The Indian motorcycle metal case shown here was an accesory for the bike designed to hold two keys. The aluminum box features an engine stripe finish in the background creating a holographic effect and visual depth. The graphics are screen printed on the metal in the flat sheet ...
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Deidre Kruser
Metal Appliance Trim Two of my favorite parts in our display celebrating our hundredth anniversary are the Oster metal overlays. Their design is characteristic of the colors and graphics of the mid-twentieth century. One glance and the eye-catching retro style has your attention.
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Deidre Kruser
Steel, Aluminum and Brass - CD Packaging Custom matching a patina finish for CD packaging in the Mile Davis metal spine series meant working closely with the packaging designer to exactly duplicate the worn and imperfect surface on the trumpet used by Miles Davis.
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Deidre Kruser
Outside my office there is a display of nameplates, labels, inserts and dials manufactured over the last forty years. The display covers an entire wall. Visitors and employees frequently stop and look at the array of brand names for industries ranging from cosmetics and electronics to appliance and ...
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