Industrial Nameplates and Durable Data Plates
Custom-Made Nameplates for Heavy- and Light-Duty Applications
MPC’s custom nameplates and metal data plates are designed to remain readable for the life of your part, even in the harshest environments. MPC nameplates bearing critical product names, health and safety warnings and equipment data are built to last just as well in unprotected exterior applications as they are in mild, controlled environments.
Our metal nameplates, data plates and plastic nameplates offer tough performance through sustained outdoor exposure, extreme temperatures, chemical exposure and cleaning processes. MPC’s custom industrial nameplates also meet many Department of Defense and aerospace specifications, as well as other industry standards. Our advanced fabrication capabilities reduce your lead time and minimize costly tooling charges, while delivering nameplates to your exact specifications with the highest-value metal or plastic nameplate solution.
A dependable nameplate built to stand the test of time, delivered on-time and at a competitive price. That’s our guarantee.
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Nameplate and Data Plate Options
Metal and polymer nameplate options to satisfy any application requirements.
- Metalphoto nameplates for superior graphic resolution and durability against abrasion, UV exposure, corrosion, extreme temperatures and chemical exposure.
- Metal substrates for outdoor use and harsh industrial environments.
- Plastic and polymer material options for indoor use and general labelling applications.
Also known as approval plates, data plates, rating plates or placards; safety approval plates certify a piece of equipment, aircraft or vehicle for safe operation.
- Our Metalphoto plates retain their original appearance even after years of exposure to extreme heat, humidity, UV, salt spray, abrasion, industrial solvents, chemicals and more.
- Metalphoto is specified for many military standards and aerospace applications.
- Ideal for CSC Safety Approval Plates, Standard Airworthiness Certificates, and more.
- High-performance adhesives and/or holes for mechanical attachment.
Rating plates and serial plates identify a wide range of required information on a piece of equipment from the equipment’s manufacturer.
- Our Metalphoto plates retain their original appearance even after years of exposure to extreme heat, humidity, UV, salt spray, abrasion, industrial solvents, chemicals and more.
- Metalphoto is specified for many military standards and aerospace applications.
- Metalphoto plates can feature barcodes, QR codes, watermarks, or other security and anti-counterfeit graphic elements.
- High-performance adhesives and/or holes for mechanical attachment.
Engraved nameplates offer excellent resistance to a variety of common conditions in indoor and outdoor applications.
- Graphics are screen-printed and sealed beneath the anodic layer for increased durability.
- Black graphics offer an expected exterior life of up to 10 years; color options have limited UV resistance and are not recommended for long-term outdoor applications.
- Superior resistance to abrasion, chemicals, solvents, and extreme temperatures.
- High-performance adhesives and/or holes for mechanical attachment.
Benefits of Industrial Nameplates and Data Plates
Keeping organized is a key aspect of running an efficient operation, and industrial applications represent some of the toughest environments possible. Equipment is under constant demand, often with the risk of potential exposure to harsh chemicals or environmental conditions, yet it’s crucial to ensure that product names, health and safety warnings, and other equipment data remains readable throughout the lifespan of your equipment assets. Industrial nameplates and data plates provide a robust solution to ensure that vital information is readily available for operators, maintenance professionals, and others who need to identify assets.
One of the main reasons to use such plates is the benefit of custom printing, sizing, and material selection for each unique application. Industrial nameplates and data plates can be fabricated with metals such as anodized aluminum, stainless steel, and brass or with plastics such as polyester and polycarbonate. This gives you the flexibility to choose nameplates that match the level of durability and compatibility you require.
Many industries also utilize permanent nameplates and data plates that are heavy-duty and built to last for decades. One example is Metalphoto® aluminum, which is recognized as the most durable nameplate material available and can last for up to 20 years or more in harsh outdoor environments. Organizations with demanding specifications often turn to an industrial nameplate and data plate manufacturer like Metalphoto of Cincinnati for customer engineered solutions.
Common Uses for Custom Nameplates
Custom nameplates have a wide variety of uses in industries throughout the world. Some of the most critical applications are in the transportation industry where aircraft, boats, and trucks require the use of highly durable nameplates.
Industrial nameplates are also frequently used to tag manufacturing equipment in the energy and oil & gas industries. You will also find industrial nameplates and tags used for construction, HVAC, and commercial applications in the government, telecom, and technology fields. The following are a few of the uses for custom nameplates and data plates.
Safety information
Keeping safety information visible and easily accessible for operators and staff is an important part of health and safety management. Information such as guidelines, warnings, limitations, and restrictions can be easily printed on custom safety nameplates and placed directly on equipment or posted in important locations. Industrial nameplates are also very useful for marking hazardous equipment, chemical cabinets, and other hardware.
Asset tagging
Plant managers are often tasked with tracking and monitoring the assets that are located within the facility. Custom nameplates offer an effective solution for labeling assets with a durable tag that can also include useful information such as barcodes, QR codes, and serial numbers. General property tags can also be used to mark nearly any item with important information about ownership or proper use. Asset tagging provides a high level of traceability for inventory control and plant management activities.
Equipment identification
Durable data plates and nameplates are commonly used by businesses to mark the equipment they own with identifying information or important notifications. They’re especially useful for distributed fleets, such as trucks and buses that are geographically distributed during transit. Identification plates allow companies to label equipment with a common set of markings that can be easily identified by rotating drivers, maintenance staff, or customers.
Branding and product management
When a product is manufactured, it is commonly labeled with a series of labels, tags, or data plates that help the company convey important product information directly on the item. These data plates can be branded with a company logo in some cases and often provide useful details that the consumer should know. Some examples of the product information that is often included on such tags and data plates include model numbers, specifications, manufacturing information, and serial numbers.
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