The aluminum nameplate manufacturing process includes several standard operations combined to create custom nameplates. Processes include sheet prep, litho, screening, coating, punch press and inspection. All decoration is completed in the flat sheet with tooling operations following. The possibilities for creating unique durable nameplates are endless.
4. SUBSTRATES
Metal
Aluminum
mill finish or bright material
.012” to .060” thick
Stainless Steel
304 or 430 type material
.012” to .032” thick
Plastic
Polyester
chrome, clear, brushed, white, rainbow
.002” to .010” thick
Polycarbonate
textured, velvet, clear, matte, brushed
.005” to .060” thick
Vinyl
scuff resistant, black or white matte
.010” to .020” thick
6. MECHANICAL FINISHES
• Creates movement
• Overall or Selective
• Combine in layers
• Options
Brush
Spin
Stripe
* Not all mechanical finishes available on stainless steel
* Mechanical finishes are not available on plastic substrates
7. DECORATING PROCESSES
Litho
• Opaque or Transparent Color
• Critical Registration and Fine Details
Screen
• Opaque, Transparent or Metallic Color
• Backlit and Deadfront Graphics
• Pattern Textures and Gloss Changes
Top Coat
• Protects Decoration with high, medium
or low gloss