What are metallic labels_ Definition and use cases
                     What are metallic labels? Definition and use cases
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Melrose Nameplate & Label Co.
Why Metallic Labels?
● Labels are the most widespread form of product identification. 
● If you’re looking for labels that can,
 
○ Withstand extreme temperatures  
○ Offer excellent durability
○ And for applications that require a material that is lightweight, fire-resistant, 
and resistant to solvents 
● If above are the case, then “Metallic labels” are your best 
choice.
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What are metallic labels made of?
● Aluminum is the primary material used to manufacture metallic 
labels, which is thin and flexible, coming in .003″ to .007″ variants 
● It also includes an adhesive engineered to match the application’s 
surface and environment.
● Moreover, experienced manufacturers can enhance the metallic 
label by embossing to create an impressive 3D effect. 
● Metallic labels manufactured by Melrose Nameplate & Label Co. 
are usually anodized for natural, metallic color or black.
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● The labels can be printed with ink or etched.
● Colored anodizing is an option as well.
● In the latter case, the colored anodized layer can be removed to 
create a contrasting copy. 
● In both variants, it’s possible to enter variable data like barcodes. 
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What are the printing options for metallic labels? 
● At Melrose, we can print labels with the model number, serial number, 
instructional schematics, crucial warnings, or various types of 
barcodes.
● When opting for meeting labels, you can choose from various 
processes such as:
○ Silk screening
○ Etching
○ Embossing
○ Anodizing
○ Lithography
○ Digital printing
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What are the adhesive choices for metallic labels? 
● There are many adhesive choices available for metallic labels 
which includes, 3M transfer adhesive 467, 468, 583, and 9472.
● The choice of the adhesive depends on the surface energy, 
texture, and the application’s environment.
● It’s also possible to mount an aluminum nameplate with screws if 
you require absolute permanence.
● This ensures that your labels last a long time.
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Get high-quality metallic labels for your brand
● At Melrose, our experts have many years of experience in 
manufacturing high-quality metallic labels with both static and 
variable data.
● Our labels can be embossed, printed, or include a Metalphoto 
image.
● Our experts make sure that your labels match the requirements of 
your specification and provide top value for your application.
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Melrose Nameplate & Label Co.
Melrose is a medium-sized manufacturer. It speaks with the authority of 
a company that has 80+ years of expertise, but with the heart and soul 
of a close-knit business of friends and colleagues.
Address: California Location, 26575 Corporate Ave, Hayward, CA 
94545
Contact Details:
Email: [email protected]
Ph no: 510-359-5024 
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