Process Focus – Aluminium Nameplates

Our aluminium nameplates process is popular across a range of industries for their durability and cost effectiveness. Available from sheet metal, die cast, or cold extrusion, and with the option of various finishes, they are an incredibly versatile solution for many product types.

The manufacturing process begins with a base metal. This is usually aluminium or brass sheets, but other materials such as zinc or a high grade alloy can be used for die casting and cold extrusion.

When using sheet metal, a design is printed onto the substrate using either traditional dye-based anodising for increased durability, or via screen printing high resolution digital or lithographic techniques to enable enriched colour matching.

After printing, the badge is then stamped out from the sheet metal and enhanced through a choice of finishes. These include brushed, matt, spun, or polished. Diamond cutting or embossing are also popular alternatives for added detail and visual impact. For casting and cold extrusion, the choice of aesthetics is broadened further with a selection of electroplated finishes, including bright chrome, satin silver, dark chrome and gold.

If die casting, a bespoke steel tool / mould is used which can also add texture to the finished badge. Molten zinc or alloy is forced into the tool and solidifies almost instantly once the mould is full. A paint infill can be used for design detail, or this can be printed on. Finishes can also be added as required.

Depending on the application of the badge, self-adhesive or mechanical fixings are then added as a final touch.

From process to completion, here are just a few examples of our aluminium badges in these recent case studies: Hope Healey / EXTANS / Aircraft Espresso

To find out more about our aluminium nameplate process, please contact a member of the sales team: 01489 899555 /  sales@diametric.co.uk