The manufacturer's plate is not just a simple label: it constitutes the regulatory passport of your equipment, particularly in the context of CE marking.
A marking error can lead to production stoppages, customs delays, or even financial penalties.
Our role is to guarantee the quality and conformity of your plates in order to secure your market launches and ensure risk-free production.
Supplier of manufacturer's plates since 1997
- Normative excellence Certified ISO 9001, we master the strictest standards, including the NF EN 9132 standard for the aeronautical sector, ensuring impeccable traceability.
- Proven reliability Our industrial rigor, applied to more than 400 cases monthly, allows us to maintain a dispute rate of less than 0.5%, an essential security for your supply chains.
- Variable data management We automate the integration of your Excel files or ERP exports to manage the incrementation of your serial numbers and codes, eliminating any risk of human error during production.
Choosing the right engraving technique
| Technical | Target Material | Advantage for Manufacturer's Plate | Resistance | Production time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laser Engraving | Anodized Aluminum (Black/Natural) | Data flexibility: Ideal for QR codes, Datamatrix, and incremented serial numbers. No tooling costs. | High (Anodic layer removal). Solvent resistant. | Very Fast (No contact, high frequency) |
| Mechanical Engraving | Raw/Colored Aluminum | Unalterable: Deep engraved. Ideal if the plate is subject to physical impacts or needs to be painted afterwards. | Maximum (Carved into the mass). | Medium to Slow (Depends on machining depth) |
| Chemical Etching | Aluminum / Brass | Aesthetics & Refinement: High-definition rendering for complex logos and fine regulatory texts. | Very High (Chemical attack in matter). | Long (Requires films/prints, suitable for medium/large series) |
Materials adapted to your work environment
| Material | Resistance | Type of environment | Readability | Aesthetic | Clarifications & Vigilance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steel (Standard/Hard) | High mechanical strength: Impact resistance. | Industrial: Mechanical parts, tools. | High: Laser marking (annealed) offering good contrast. | Raw / Technical: Functional metallic appearance. | ⚠️ Rust: Without surface treatment (zinc plating, painting) or oiling, it oxidizes rapidly. Less suitable for purely visual appeal than stainless steel. |
| Aluminum | Very good: Especially if anodized (5083/6061). | Versatile: Indoor, Outdoor, Aeronautical, Chemical. | Maximum: Excellent optical contrast (ideal Datamatrix/QR). | Modern: Technical, lightweight and contemporary appearance. | ⚠️ Anodizing: It is the anodizing layer that gives the aluminum its hardness. Raw aluminum is soft and scratches easily. |
| Brass | Good: Structurally durable. | Prestige: Hospitality, Luxury, Railway, Professional signage. | Refined: Intaglio engraving with added paint. | Tradition: Noble, golden, timeless appearance. | ⚠️ Oxidation: Tarnishes and develops verdigris on the exterior. Requires marine varnish or regular maintenance (polishing) to maintain its shine. |
| Gravoply (Two-layer plastic) | High: Chemical and abrasion resistance. | Industrial & Technical: Cable labels, safety. | Optimal: The core of the material appears (no ink). | Functional: Wide choice of colours, clean appearance. | ⚠️ UV / Sun: Check the composition. Acrylic is UV resistant, ABS bakes and becomes brittle in the sun. |
| Stainless steel | Extreme: Unalterable (acids, salt, cryogenics). | Hostile: Marine (316L), Food, Medical, Petroleum. | Excellent: Indelible black marking or engraved engraving. | Industrial & Elegant: Professional look, inspires confidence. | ⚠️ Important note: Require 316L for marine/pool/chemical applications. 304 (standard) will eventually cause corrosion. |




























