Nameplates

Nameplates

The nameplate of an electrical machine or device is not only required by law, but above all, provides the user with the most important information about the device. However, after many years of intensive use, the description of the rating data on an ordinary label could be faded and destroyed. Therefore, the device’s nameplate must be durable and legible for many years.

What are nameplates?

Nameplates are plates permanently attached to a device containing basic technical data. They can be engraved plates or labels printed using modern technology. The nameplate includes the following data:

• name of the device,
• name of the manufacturer,
• serial number and date of manufacture,
• connection method and power supply class,
• basic rating data,
• safety certificate and others.

The material of the nameplate and its contents are also specified by EU machinery and electrical directives and harmonized standards for groups of devices. Regardless of the material the nameplate is made of and how it is attached, it must be legible throughout the life of the equipment.

Nameplate on the label

The nameplate can be printed on a durable self-adhesive label made of polyester film or polycarbonate. A properly selected printing technology ensures years of durability of such a plate and its resistance to external factors, washing, abrasion, grease, oil, and chemicals.  Compared to traditionally made nameplates, the self-adhesive label does not require drilling additional holes. The strong adhesive on the label is selected according to the surface (a different adhesive is used for metal surfaces and a different one for plastic housing), ensuring excellent adhesion to the nameplate. Such solutions are commonly used in electronics, home appliance, electrical, machinery, and automotive industries. What is more, nameplates are very aesthetic, and their color can be matched to the housing of the device (white, silver, gray, or black).

Nameplates – applications

Nameplates are used in many industries to identify, specify the technical parameters of a device and meet regulatory requirements. Here are a few examples of where they are commonly used:

1. Electrical devices – nameplates are found on electric motors, transformers, generators, and heat pumps.
2. Household appliances – all household appliances, such as washing machines, refrigerators, stoves, air conditioners, and small home appliances, must have a nameplate.
3. Industrial machinery – every production machine and piece of equipment, particularly in heavy industry, has a nameplate that contains information on performance, manufacturer, serial number, and acceptable operating parameters.
4. Vehicles – nameplates are found on motor vehicles, including cars, buses, tractors, and contain data on engine capacity, permissible weight, VIN, and other important information.
5. Gas installations and water supply systems – nameplates are also found on infrastructure-related equipment, including valves, pumps, and meters.
6. Medical equipment – in hospitals and clinics, medical equipment, including ventilators, ultrasound machines, X-ray machines, must have nameplates containing information on their parameters and operating requirements.
7. Hardware – nameplates can be found on servers, computers, printers, and other IT equipment.

Custom nameplates from ETISOFT

At ETISOFT, nameplates for devices are manufactured with utmost care. The material that the nameplate is to be made of is matched to the color of the housing of the device, and the adhesive is selected according to the type of surface (plastic, metal, or coated) to which the nameplate will be applied. Then the samples are tested in the laboratory where their adhesion, resistance to chemicals, flammability, as well as durability in an aging chamber, are checked.  As a result, we can guarantee that the nameplate will remain legible even after many years of intensive use. At ETISOFT, nameplates for appliances are manufactured in accordance with the quality standards specified in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949.

The features that distinguish custom nameplates from ETISOFT include:

• design aesthetics – graphically designed in accordance with the guidelines,
• resistance of the label to temperature changes, moisture, and UV radiation,
• durable adhesive that matches the material the device is made of,
• resistance of the print to abrasion, and various detergents,
• compliance with industry standards.

We invite you to take a closer look at our range of nameplates. We will be happy to answer all your questions and assist you in planning the right type of nameplate for your device. ETISOFT is a manufacturer of nameplates that carries out orders with attention to the finest detail, provides top quality, and gives a guarantee of durability for years.

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