Custom Nameplates, Decals, Tags Manufactured In-House Since 1973.
your product’s identity, manufactured under one roof
We provide durable nameplates, decals, tags, graphic overlays, airport and runway signage, and graphics that identify, brand, and trace your products, built to last their entire service life.
For more than 50 years, OEMs and global brands have relied on NPI – Nameplates Inc. to solve one problem cleanly: put the right identification on the product, make it last, and keep the branding consistent across every product line.
Find the right ID solution
product identification for industrial & oem applications
NPI – Nameplates Inc. manufactures custom product identification for OEMs and industrial manufacturers, including nameplates, data plates, decals, tags, graphic overlays, control panels, and airport and runway signage. From serialized and barcoded identification to durable ratings (?), safety information and regulatory markings, we help you choose the right materials and processes for your application.
Whether you need a single prototype or production quantities, our team helps you move from design to a consistent, production-ready identification solution.
what products does npi manufacture?
Decals & Placards
metal nameplates & data plates
Aluminum, stainless steel and brass nameplates, rating plates, serial plates and asset tags. Available etched, printed or photosensitive.
Tags
Metal and plastic tags for valves, equipment, fuel tanks and assets. Available serialized, barcoded or stamped.
our materials: which ones last longest?
| MATERIAL | KEY STRENGTHS | COMMON APPLICATIONS |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | Light, corrosion-resistant, economical | General rating & data plates, equipment placards, asset tags |
| Photosensitive aluminum Metalphoto® | Sealed sub-surface image; resists UV, chemicals, abrasion & salt spray for decades | Aerospace, durable placards, extreme exposure |
| Stainless steel | Maximum strength, heat & corrosion resistance | Oil & gas, marine, high-temperature equipment, industrial placards |
| Brass | Durable with a premium appearance | Branded plates, valve tags, heritage products |
| Polycarbonate (Lexan) | Tough, flexible, chemical-resistant | Graphic overlays and equipment placards |
| Polyester (Mylar) | Dimensionally stable, abrasion-resistant film | Rating decals, barcode, control graphics, placards |
| Vinyl | Conformable, full-color, cost-effective | Decals, graphics, wraps, placards |
what products does npi manufacture?
screen printing
digital printing
uv printing
chemical etching
laser engraving
variable data printing
how identification supports traceability & compliance
A serialized nameplate or barcoded decal connects each unit to its part number, batch and service history. This helps support warranty tracking, recalls, asset management and audits.
NPI can integrate serial numbers, barcodes and QR codes into your product identification, along with ratings, country-of-origin information and required regulatory markings.
why choose npi for product identification
one source
engineering support
prototype
iso 9001:2015 quality
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is a Product Identifier?
What Information Does a Product Identification Decal or Nameplate Include?
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What Is the Most Durable Material For an Industrial Nameplate?
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What's The Difference Between a Nameplate, a Decal, and a Tag?
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Does NPI Have a Minimum Order Quantity?
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Does NPI Serve Customers Outside Oklahoma?
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Is NPI Certified?
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