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Why Choose Etched Nameplates?

✔ Highly Durable & Long-Lasting – Resistant to corrosion, scratches & weathering


✔ Customisable Designs – Logos, serial numbers, branding & compliance information


✔ Precision Engraving – Sharp details with high-definition etching

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Durable, Permanent, and Customisable Etched Nameplates

Etched nameplates are metal nameplates that undergo chemical etching to create permanent, high-contrast markings that will not fade, peel, or wear over time. This process is ideal for industrial machinery, compliance signage, asset marking, branding, and identification plates.

Etched Name plate

ETCHED NAMEPLATES & CHEMICAL ETCHING IN GREATER MANCHESTER

Durable etched nameplates from Mockridge Labels in Greater Manchester. Corrosion-resistant, precise, and long-lasting. Custom designs for industrial, branding, and compliance use. Call today for a free quote!

Call us today for a free, no-obligation quote!

Industry-Leading Expertise

Fast Turnaround Times

Established Since 1966

The Future of Metal Finishing

Etched nameplates are the ultimate durable, long-lasting solution for industrial and commercial applications.

 

At Mockridge Labels & Nameplates Ltd, we provide high-quality, custom-etched nameplates that offer superior precision, durability, and aesthetic appeal.

 

Established in 1966, we have been serving businesses across Greater Manchester and beyond with expertly crafted metal nameplates designed to withstand harsh environments.

Side Etched Nameplate

Side Etched Nameplate

Drain Label

Drain Label

Etched Plaque

Etched Plaque

Extreme Durability

Etched nameplates are resistant to extreme temperatures, moisture, and harsh chemicals, making them ideal for industrial and outdoor applications.

Customisable to Your Needs

Choose from various metals, colours, shapes, and sizes to create fully personalised nameplates.

Gold etched name plate
Chemically etched nameplate

Cost-Effective & Low Maintenance

Once installed, etched nameplates require little upkeep and maintain their legibility and appearance for years.

Branding & Compliance

Etched nameplates can include logos, barcodes, serial numbers, safety information, and tracking details for businesses, manufacturers, and industrial facilities.

Key Benefits of Etched Nameplates?

Industries That Benefit from Etched Nameplates

Manufacturing & Engineering

Equipment labels, safety plates, serial plates

Aerospace & Automotive

Aircraft component labels, vehicle branding, compliance tags

Electronics & Technology

Control panels, switchgear labels, product branding

Marine & Outdoor Use

Corrosion-resistant nameplates for harsh environments

Corporate & Retail Industries

Custom plaques, branding plates, promotional metal signs

Health & Safety Compliance

Customised plaques, promotional branding, product marking

Material Options: Stainless Steel & Brass

Stainless Steel Nameplates

​Stainless steel is highly resistant to rust, corrosion, and wear, making it ideal for industrial applications.

✔ Perfect for harsh environments
✔ Extremely durable & easy to clean
✔ Modern & professional appearance

Steel nameplate

Brass Nameplates

Brass offers a classic, premium look with excellent durability and corrosion resistance.

Ideal for branding, awards & plaques
Naturally tarnish-resistant
Elegant & traditional finish

Brass Nameplate

"We bought our trophy centres and signage from this company and we found them very helpful and they offered great advice on various suitable materials. The price and service was much better than other companies we approached."

Etching diagram

Manufacturing Process

  • Metal Preparation – High-quality stainless steel, brass, or aluminium is selected and cleaned.

  • Design Application – A negative image of the design is screen printed onto the metal’s surface.

  • Chemical Etching – The exposed metal is etched away using acid, leaving a deep, detailed engraving.

  • Finishing Touches – For added contrast, colours can be applied and oven-baked for durability.

  • Final Processing – The finished nameplate is cleaned, polished, and inspected for quality assurance.

Why Choose Mockridge Labels?

Over 50 Years of Experience

Established in 1966, we are industry leaders in chemical etching and nameplate manufacturing.

State-of-the-Art Manufacturing

Our precision etching technology ensures high-quality, long-lasting results.

Custom Designs & Fast Turnaround

We work with you to create bespoke nameplates to your exact specifications.

Material and colour discussion

MATERIALS

Material choice is a critical step in the design process. The material used for a product will have a significant impact on its performance, cost, and sustainability. There are many factors to consider when choosing a material, including the application, the environment, the budget, and the desired aesthetic.

Stainless Steel

Available Thicknesses:

0.5mm | 0.7mm | 0.9mm | 1.2mm | 1.5mm

Brass

Available Thicknesses:

0.5mm | 0.9mm | 1.5mm | 2mm

NEED A SPECIFIC MATERIAL?

We stock a wide range of material each with its own unique characteristics. If you require something that isn’t listed, please get in touch with our sales team who will do their upmost to source the material you require.

We have excellent, long standing relationships with our suppliers and are able to source material at a fraction of the cost of most competitors.

If you already have the material, we can print on customer’s own material and further reduce costs.

Digital printing - adhesive paper

ADHESIVES

Choosing the correct adhesive is an important step and we stock a wide range of adhesives to suit any situation.

3M™ 467MP

3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tape 467MP provides outstanding adhesion to metal and high surface energy plastics. 200MP adhesive delivers excellent shear strength to resist slippage and edge lifting.

3M™ 468MP

3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tape 468MP get excellent shear strength, temperature and chemical resistance with our easy to apply 3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tape 468MP. It’s an acrylic adhesive on a polycoated kraft paper liner and is ideal for die-cutting.

3M™ 300LSE

300LSE Adhesive provides excellent bonding to low surface energy substrates including powder coatings and plastics such as polypropylene (PP). It also has high adhesion to and lightly oiled metals and high surface energy materials, making it suitable for bonding dissimilar substrates. This adhesive also provides excellent holding power and anti-lifting properties

Options Available

The following options are available below to enhance your product.
If you require something different please let us know.

​​Various metal grades available

Can be supplied with holes & fixings or adhesive

A variety of colours available

Get Your Custom Etched Nameplates Today!

At Mockridge Labels & Nameplates Ltd, we provide premium etched nameplates designed for maximum durability, precision, and longevity. Whether you need branding, asset identification, or compliance labelling, we have the perfect solution for your needs. Contact us today for a free consultation and quote!

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Viaduct Works, Cavendish Street,
Ashton-under-Lyne,
Lancashire, OL6 7QL

Business hours

Mon-Fri: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

Sat: Closed

Sun: Closed

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Registered Company Address: Office 309, 1 Quality Court Office 309, 1 Quality Court, London, England, WC2A 1HR

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