What to Consider When Choosing an Engraving Company

Engraving is a very unique way of ensuring that  those items which you hold closest or dearest are marked and easily identifiable from the rest. When choosing for engraving servicers, it is important that you carefully examine the company which is offering these services and choosing the one that best suits your needs. A company that can provide quality services at an affordable cost and in a timely manner should always be considered when choosing an engraving company for your products.

Additionally, it is important that you choose a company that offers a variety of services which you can choose from the best and the most suitable service for your engraving purposes.  The type of engraving chosen is determined by the items, cost of the engraving process, appearance of the final product and the use of that particular equipment.

Types of Engraving Services

• Textured Printing: A relatively new method used, Inks are printed and UV cured to produce a raised or textured image as it is the most cost versatile method available. Using colour inks combined with white and clear ink, and graphic and effect can be exactly reproduced with added effect of texture, matt, and gloss contrast. This can be used for one off or multiple items with name and serial number variations incorporated into the result.
  
• Laser Engraving: This is the most versatile method of engraving that can engrave anything depending on the client preference and likes. It is expensive as compared to other methods of engraving. Laser engraving production usually takes between 1 minute to 60 minutes depending on the amount of text, size of the item and the font being used.
  
• Computer engraving: This is among the oldest methods of engraving where a computer is used to determine where the diamond tipped head is supposed to remove the materials from the object. This method usually leads to the exposure of the metallic colour on the item being engraved. This method is replaced by laser engraving in many situations, One remaining area for this engraving is on Metal cup and plate trophies.

Importantly, always consider the reviews of previous customers of that particular company and their experience when choosing a company for your engraving services.