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Design Guide for Durable Labels and Nameplates

This guide is designed to help you think through the many variables involved in designing your next label or nameplate. It’s a great starting point. And when you’re ready to dive deeper, our knowledgeable and experienced team is here to help you find the best solution for your specific needs. Purpose and Appliction Before designing, …

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Melrose’s New Screen-Printing Press: Leading the Next Generation of Print Innovation

Over the years, printing technology has evolved significantly, driving breakthroughs that make processes easier, faster, and more efficient. From traditional offset printing to advanced digital and technical printing, each method provides solutions suited for unique needs. Screen printing, however, remains unparalleled for projects that demand vibrant, durable results. This technique—using a mesh screen to transfer …

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Metal nameplates: A built-to-last material choice for product identification

Material choice for critical equipment nameplates is crucial for safety, efficiency, and compliance. Metal nameplates stand out for their reliability and durability in harsh conditions, offering consistent performance across industries. Let’s take a look at the major benefits of metal nameplates and why it is suitable for any industry. Benefits of metal nameplates Durability: Built …

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Checklist for effective military nameplate and label design

Product identifiers follow strict guidelines to ensure a durable solution; these guidelines vary with the industry, especially in defense, aviation, and space. Material quality and manufacturing processes must comply with the high standards set by the officials. In this article, you will see how product identification manufacturers meet these standards by following design considerations. Design considerations …

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Guide to optical registration embossing

Embossing is a technique that involves elevating logos or graphic images to improve the visual impact of any component in an application. It’s simple – the raised design gives a product a more tactile sensation and instantly adds to its visual appeal. That’s why embossing is used today across a variety of industries. Manufacturers can employ …

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What is technical printing? Definition, benefits, and use cases

One of the most common activities of manufacturers in the nameplate, label, membrane switch or graphic overlay business is high-volume technical printing. Technically printed parts can be produced with the help of different printing technologies – from gravure and cylinder screen printing to lithographic or screen printing. But what exactly is the technical printing process? What are its benefits? Keep on …

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3 benefits of anodized aluminum labels and nameplates

Anodized aluminum labels are a great choice for applications that require outstanding resistance to abrasion and excellent durability. Anodized aluminum is a popular choice for components such as labels, signs, stickers, and tags also thanks to its lightweight and cost-effectiveness. Metal stickers and tags made of this material are a great choice for any permanent …

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What types of variable data can you apply to nameplates?

Some applications require nameplates or labels to include different data on every individual part. Variable data is any data such as letters, numbers, icons, etc. Variable data labels are widespread and you can find them in customized model numbers, names, and logos that help companies in sales or product family management. At Melrose, we believe …

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What are medical nameplates? Guide to technologies and certifications

Healthcare providers need labels and nameplates to identify their assets, property, and processes. Labels help to keep track of inventory, easily communicate hospital procedures, and manage patient recalls. However, many such assets undergo sterilization in the medical setting. Sterilization or other cleaning procedures render the process of labeling quite tricky because they might cause damage …

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What are stainless steel nameplates? Benefits and use cases

Stainless steel nameplates are considered one of the best choices thanks to durability and resistance against many environmental factors. Since stainless steel offers extraordinary durability in even the harshest environments, nameplates and labels made from this material have become commonplace among all kinds of industrial applications. Our clients use stainless steel nameplates to offer clear …

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