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Instructional Labels

Durable, legible process & protocol identification.

Instructional labels identify equipment maintenance requirements, operating instructions and safety instructions. Having those instructions on your equipment or posted in operating areas reminds employees what to do, when. Especially in outdoor or harsh manufacturing environments, instructional labels need to be legible after years of exposure and abuse. Metalphoto instructional labels exceed the demands of most operating environments.

Constructed of Metalphoto® photosensitive anodized aluminum, our instructional labels are used in applications where permanent product or process identification is critical. Metalphoto’s durability comes from its photographic image which is sealed inside of the anodized aluminum, providing exceptional resistance to corrosion, sunlight degradation, abrasion, extreme temperatures and chemical exposure.

DETAILS

Product Specification

Material:
Photosensitive anodized aluminum face stock (optional thicknesses .003”, .005”, .008”, .012”, .020”, .032”, .063”, .090”, .125”).
Finishes:
Matte – Non-reflective w/flat finish; Satin – Lustrous semi-reflective material; #4 – Brushed to resemble a stainless steel finish; Gloss – Highly reflective, mirror-like. Note: Finish options may vary by material thickness.
Attachment:
Permanent pressure-sensitive adhesive and/or holes for mechanical attachment.
Copy/Graphics:
Many fonts and design elements are available, as well as your company logo.
Colors:
Black graphics on silver background or silver graphics on black background; color options available. Note: Colors other than black possess limited UV resistance.
Standard Sizes:
Standard and custom sizes.
Shipment:
15 working days from receipt of order and approval of artwork. Expedited shipment is available for an additional charge. Foil thicknesses require 15-20 working days.

Why Choose MPC’s Instructional Labels?

Customized to the size, shape, thickness and information you need.
Provides superior resistance to chemicals, abrasion, solvents, extreme temperatures and UV.
Expected exterior life of 20+ years. Color options are less resistant to UV.
Silver-colored face stock is high-contrast and easy to read.
High-performance adhesive and/or holes for mechanical attachment.
Available with constant or variable data.

Specialized Material Options for Your Application

Metalphoto of Cincinnati offers nameplates in a variety of standard material options, including our proprietary Metalphoto® substrate. Metalphoto is photosensitive anodized aluminum, which features a silver and black photographic image that is embedded within the sapphire-hard anodic layer of the aluminum. This combination gives a Metalphoto part an outdoor life of over 20 years, and makes it extremely resistant to damage or degradation from environmental factors like abrasion, UV fading, harsh chemicals, extreme temperatures, and corrosion from saltwater exposure. The National Association of Graphic and Product Identification Manufacturers (GPI) Industry Standards and Practices Manual identifies Metalphoto as the most durable printed aluminum substrate available, and it has been trusted by industry, government and military organizations like Caterpillar, The US Navy, NASA, and Boeing for over 50 years. Metalphoto offers many unique features including:

  • Lasts over 20 years outdoors without fading or degradation.
  • Uniquely resistant to damage or degradation from environmental factors like abrasion, UV fading, harsh chemicals, extreme temperatures, and corrosion from saltwater exposure.
  • Exceptional image resolution that allows for photo image, security and microprint options.
  • Ability to support unique information, including a unique barcode or QR code and letter/number combination on every piece.
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Looking for other material options?  MPC has the fabrication capabilities to custom build your nameplates out of many standard materials, including aluminum, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, brass, polyester, polycarbonate, and vinyl.  Not sure which material is best for your application?  Contact our expert sales engineers now and we’ll help you build the perfect nameplate for your project.

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