Benefits

With customizable designs, these nameplates ensure clear, lasting communication even in demanding environments. By investing in custom equipment nameplates, businesses can enhance their operational efficiency, improve safety compliance and reinforce their brand identity with durable, professional signage.

Applications

Safety Information

In many cases, the primary function of equipment identification plates is to convey essential safety information to operators.

Our nameplates provide an easy but highly effective way of identifying specific tolerances, usage guidelines, restrictions and warnings.

While workers must be trained to operate equipment, it can be easy to forget precise information such as PSI limits and temperature restrictions.

Having the plate directly on the machine ensures easy access to safety information at all times.

Asset Marking

Another very common application for the nameplates we produce is asset marking and tracking.

We have the capability to produce custom nameplates with barcodes, QR codes, data matrix, and more. This gives plant managers and operators the ability to quickly obtain information about equipment with a quick scan.

By adding this layer of traceability, you can better monitor and manage your equipment and other assets.

Manufacturer Information/Branding

Equipment manufacturers may also add information to their products. This can include important info for the end user as well as inspectors.

Common information often included are the date of manufacture, address and model number.

In addition, incorporating an address or other contact information, such as a support line number, helps the operator know who to contact for support questions or in case of warranty issues.

Durability

Metal equipment nameplates, made from high-quality materials such as aluminum or stainless steel, are designed to withstand corrosion, abrasion, extreme temperatures and other harsh conditions. This feature makes them suitable for industrial environments.

The nameplates can maintain their structural and material integrity even after exposure to chemical spills, extreme outdoor weather or high-pressure machinery, ensuring that vital information remains legible. With added finishing options such as anodizing or powder coating, the durability of these products can be further enhanced for specific applications.

Industries

Various industries rely on a specific type of equipment nameplate to manage operations effectively. In manufacturing, they serve as asset markers with barcodes or QR codes to improve inventory tracking. The construction sector uses metal equipment nameplates to display load tolerances and safety instructions, ensuring compliance on-site.

Healthcare, aerospace and energy sectors also benefit from the traceability and long-lasting durability these nameplates offer. Custom equipment nameplates provide a tailored solution for various industries’ specific requirements.

Our equipment nameplates are used every day by industries across the board.

A few examples include:

• Construction
• Energy
• Equipment Manufacturers
• Government (Federal, State and Local)
• Oil & Gas
• Telecommunications

Materials

Every industry and application is unique, and each has their own specifications and requirements. This is why at Metal Marker we offer several materials to accommodate the industries we service.

Our most commonly used materials include:

• Aluminum

• Stainless Steel

• Brass

The best material choice is the one that works best for you. Know if your nameplates will be exposed to a chemical that damages aluminum? Let us know and we can direct you to a better solution.

Processes

Photo Anodizing

Our photo anodization process produces an easy to read nameplate that is incredibly durable. This process embeds your design in between the layers of anodized aluminum.

The resulting nameplate is resistant to corrosion, scratching, and weather elements. Photo anodized plates are rated for 20+ years outdoors.

In addition, we can create nameplates with nearly any design. This includes barcodes and logos as well as standard text. For a stand out appearance, we can also add a solid background color to the nameplate. This is excellent for color coding as well as branding purposes.

Etching

If your equipment nameplates must include a color design, etching is a great choice. This process chemically removes metal in specified spots, resulting in a sharp looking design.

The etch and fill process allows us to add color to your text characters after they are marked. Keep in mind this fill will not last forever, as it is a topical solution.

Embossing/Stamping

Just want a basic nameplate with a serialized number on each of your equipment? What about a plain tag that just marks your company name?

The embossing and stamping processes provide a simple but effective way to mark your machinery. Embossed characters are raised upwards while stamped are indented, providing two very durable solutions.

Wrap-Up

Choose Metal Marker For Your Nameplate Needs

With decades of experience, Metal Marker Manufacturing is your trusted partner for designing and producing equipment nameplates that exceed expectations. Our team has built a solid reputation for delivering products tailored to the needs of every client.

Contact us today to learn more about our equipment nameplate options or to get started on your custom order. Call (800) 428-0095 or fill out our online contact form to take the first step.