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Variable Information Tags

Tags, labels and nameplates you won’t need to replace.

Variable Information Tags

MPC’s variable information tags are designed to last, giving you the assurance that your assets will be easily identified for the life of the part. Choose from durable metal and plastic tags pre-printed with human readable content, consecutive serial numbers, bar codes, and complex variable graphic images. Need real-time production labels? Choose metal data plate blanks to mark using your own laser marking, engraving, stamping or other processes.

Our variable information tags are well suited for equipment tags, heavy-duty industrial applications, warehouses, controlled climates, and even the harshest conditions including exposure long-term exposure to UV, extreme temperatures, abrasion, chemicals and solvents. Additionally, they meet many Department of Defense and aerospace specifications, as well as other industry standards.

MPC offers variable information tags with high-performance pressure-sensitive adhesives and/or holes for mechanical attachment. Our advanced printing and fabrication capabilities allow us to manufacture a product most compatible for your application while keeping costs down.

Variable Information Applications

Serial number nameplates
Equipment tags
Service tags
Inspection & Compliance labels
Stadium seating markers
Locker tags
Bar code tags
UID tags
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Find The Ideal Identification Products For Your Application

Explore our wide range of durable variable information identification products, custom designed for your project, application or organization. Our product development team is on standby to design and build your perfect identification solution.

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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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Request a Nameplate, Front Panel, Label & Tag Evaluation Kit

Request a free evaluation kit today and we will send you a sample kit to test our durable identification products in your own operating environment.

 

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The Right Material for Your Project

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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Safe Guarding & Identifying Property

Safe Guarding & Identifying Property

See how Folding Guard, a specialty steel storage solutions manufacturer trusts MPC to provide durable locker labels that can withstand years of abuse.

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Get Identification Designed For Your Industry

Our uniquely durable identification products can help solve industry specific challenges.  Discover more identification and interface solutions designed for assets in your industry. 

Competitive Prices, Fast Production, Friendly!

Not only was their pricing competitive, but the laser engraved metal plates were done quickly and looked excellent. Their team is great with communications, and the entire experience was outstanding. They’ve definitely earned a repeat customer with us!

Dawn C.

Made To Specs and Made To Last

We never have to reject or return items any of the nameplates we have ordered from MPC. The nameplates are made to specs and made to last.

Manufacturing Company

Create The Ideal Solution For Your Product Identification Needs

If you’re having trouble finding the ideal identification solution for your project or application, build it with Metalphoto of Cincinnati. Talk with our experienced sales engineers today.

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