--- title: Northern Engraving | Blog for Aluminum Nameplates and Plastic Labels | stock dies description: stock dies | Covers aluminum and plastic nameplate and label design, processes and best practices. --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/topic/stock-dies#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 ## [Aluminum for Promotional Marketing Piece? Yes!](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/aluminum-for-promotional-marketing-piece-yes) Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Promotional items are common ways for companies to get their name out to prospective customers or to provide a thank you to long-time customers. Have you considered using aluminum as the material for your next promotional marketing piece? Here's why you should. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/aluminum-for-promotional-marketing-piece-yes) ## Nameplate Archive | Stock Dies for Metal Nameplates Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Stock Dies for Metal Nameplates Stamping tools created to produce metal nameplates are intended to be in use for many years and yield millions of parts. A library of available stock dies means that your project can take advantage of common shapes and sizes to keep your initial costs low and within ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/nameplate-archive-versatile-stock-dies-for-metal-nameplates) ## Favorite Nameplate | Aluminum Nameplate shows Dimension Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Guest Blogger This article is part of a series of articles from my co-workers on their favorite nameplates. Jerry Chenoweth, our guest blogger this week, chose an aluminum nameplate which he uses to showcase possiblities of decorating aluminum for a dimensional look without the cost of a custom ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/205228/Favorite-Nameplate-Aluminum-Nameplate-shows-Dimension) ## Why Choose a Stock Die for your Aluminum Nameplate? Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Common questions when looking at label and nameplate options are how much is this going to cost and how quick can I get parts? Standard decorating costs apply no matter what direction is taken and is dependent on your design needs. We'll work with you to find the most economical way to make your ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/118378/why-choose-a-stock-die-for-your-aluminum-nameplate) ## New Addition to 3-D Aluminum Stock Die Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) The latest addition to our aluminum 3-D stock die collection is a fabulous rectangle shape, 1" x 3.55". The formed edge allows the badge to stand up from the surface of the product. Pressure senstive adhesive is used for attachment. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/114829/New-Addition-to-3-D-Aluminum-Stock-Die) ## Attractive Emblems and Labels on a Tight Timeline Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Tight Timeline Any product launch involves a timeline. You need product to be ready and available for trade shows, photo shoots for marketing promotions and ultimately to fill your vendor orders. Custom tooling can add significant time to the launch process. What if you don't have the time to wait ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/110973/attractive-emblems-and-labels-on-a-tight-timeline) ## New Aluminum 3-D Stock Die Posted by [Kelly Kjos](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/kelly-kjos) The newest addition to our aluminum 3-D stock die collection is an oval shaped nameplate featuring a low glossed brushed background with high glossed bright graphics. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/109957/New-Aluminum-3-D-Stock-Die) ## Nameplate Design Provides Cost Savings Posted by [Kelly Kjos](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/kelly-kjos) Cost Effective Aluminum Nameplates Created Using a Stock Die Have you ever tried being creative with a design while saving money? If so, you'll know that it's difficult because every additional process adds to the overall cost of the part. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/bid/108325/Nameplate-Design-Provides-Cost-Savings) ## Introducing 3-D Nameplate Stock Dies Posted by [Deidre Kruser](https://www.norcorp.com/nameplate-blog/author/deidre-kruser) 3-D Logos and Emblems High-quality, three dimensional nameplates are custom-designed to suit products in many industries. Northern Engraving now offers 3-D stock dies to support your needs for cost-effective product identification with minimized lead time. Consumers naturally associate quality with ... 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