Polycarbonate Nameplates

Welcome to Marking Systems, Inc.

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Here are a few examples of satisfied MSI customers:

MSI is dedicated to providing OEMs precision manufactured Overlays,Nameplates, Membrane Switches and both Informational andUL/CSA regulatory labeling.

Started in 1971Privately owned and operatedApproximately 110 employeesProjected 2014 revenues $12mmISO 9001:2008 Certified55,000 square feet of manufacturing spaceLocated in Dallas, TX

MSI Knows Nameplates

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Velvet PolycarbonateBrushed Metallic PolycarbonatePoly DomeVelvet PolycarbonateSilver Matte Metallic Polycarbonate

Contour Cut

MSI Knows Nameplates

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Embossed Poly DomeDigitally PrintedDigitally PrintedRubber MoldedBright Silver Metallic

MSI Knows Nameplates

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Heat Transfers

.002 Vinyl Outdoor LogoThermal Die Cut

MSI Knows Polycarbonate Overlays

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Velvet PolycarbonateDead FrontDie Cut Adhesive

Tinted LCD Display

Selective Texture Around LCD Display

MSI Knows Polycarbonate Overlays

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Thick LensMetallic InkMetallic PolycarbonateMetallic Polycarbonate

MSI Knows Membrane Switches

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Silver FlexRubber KeypadCopper FlexCapacitive Touch

Embedded LEDsFiber Optic Lighting Lit

MSI Knows Informational Labels

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Warning/CautionThermal PrintableUL/CSABrushed Metallic Polyester

MSI Knows Informational Labels

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Tamper Evident: Void Polyester.004 VinylTamper Evident: Destructible VinylPlastic Tags

Digitally Printed

MSI Knows Informational Labels

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Magnetic2D BarcodeTyvekVariable Data

Barcodes

MSI Knows Insulators/Die Cut Components

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White FormexSilver Infused SiliconeDie Cut InsulatorsFR Lexan

Special Selective Adhesive

Black Formex

MSI Knows Insulators/Die Cut Components

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GasketsEMI / RFIBonding & FasteningGaskets

Insulation Materials

EMI / RFI

MSI Knows Cost Reduction/Productivity

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Label SetsLabel DispensersLabel TabsVelvet Polycarbonate Laminate

MSI Knows Embossing

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Pillow EmbossEmbossed NameplateRidge Emboss

Digital vs Screen Printing

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Digital Printing

Benefits:

Great for graphic oriented designs

Prints all colors in one pass

Perfect butt registration between colors

Gradients/shading

Creates unlimited number of color

Screen Printing

Benefits:

Can match any color (Bezels)

Excellent for flat colors

Lays down the most ink for deep rich looking colors

UV resistant

Metallic Inks

Production Processes

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Printing:Sheet -fed Screen PrintingRoll to Roll Screen PrintingDigital Ink JetDigital HP IndigoRoll to Roll Hot Stamping Thermal Printing

Cutting:Laser Positioned Steel Rule Cutting Sheet or RollDigital Blade400 Watts Laser

Finishing:DomingLaminatingMembrane AssemblyHand Apply Adhesive

Six Color Carousel Screen Printing

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Klemm Roll to Roll Screen Printing

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HP Flat-Bed Ink-Jet

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HP Indigo

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Preco Roll/Sheet Automated Die Cutter

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Zund Digital Blade Cutter

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Doming

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Agency Certifications

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ISO 9001:2008

Documenting our Process

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Plan the Process Customers specifications are reviewed to determine the most effective manufacturing process that will meet their quality objectives.

Document the ProcessCDPDF (Controlling Document) Materials, Art, Processes, Customer Blueprint and all other supporting documentation are combined and made into a PDF that provides work instructions for each department and follows the job until completion.

MSI Knows the Prepress Process

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Prepress:The CDPDF (Controlling Document)Screens:What we control to ensure quality:

Mesh counts: The higher the mesh count (openings per square inch) the finer the detail on your fine text. Lower mesh counts are used for the background color and extra passes of white to ensure opacity.

Photographic emulsion: This is controlled as well for fine detail and back ground colors. We use a lighter coating for fine details such as the small text and a heavier coat for the background colors.

Exposure: These times are recorded to ensure a high quality screen and repeatability.

Note: The above 3 items can affect the printed colors. Colors, especially the lighter colors, are very dependent on the amount of ink deposited on the substrate. The above 3 items are also recorded on the P/N for future runs in order to ensure repeatability of the labels.

MSI Knows Color Matching

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Color Matching:

MSI has a built an extensive database of polycarbonate materials. Each of these materials based on thickness and texture have different color values and must be accounted for when matching colors.Customer Color Standard: MSI uses DataColor software and a spectrophotometer to accurately match each of our customers color chips. Approved Color Standard: MSI will provide to the customer a 2-part color standard card that is perforated in the middle. Once the customer approves the color match, they take half of the card sign it and return the card to MSI. They retain the other half for their inspection files.

MSI then files the approved color standard in an envelope and file cabinet to be used when printing the appropriate label.Our typical color tolerance in +/-1 Delta E.

MSI Knows the Printing Process

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Control the Process

Consistent Print Quality

Controlling and recording the variables: Emulsion thickness.Screen mesh tension.Squeegee pressure.UV lamp settings.In House color matching.Machine calibration and software updating.

Note: These items directly affect the print quality and color consistency during the printing process and are recorded to ensure repeatability of future orders.

Working environment: temperature and humidity play a huge role in machine performance and therefore must be controlled on a daily basis.

G-7 Color Check System: G7 certification means improved color fidelity (the print is accurate to the digital file), press sheets that match the proof resulting in quicker make-readies, shorter lead-times, and lower manufacturing costs.

Consistent Cutting Process

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Consistent Cutting QualityDie/tooling manufacturers: Our die manufacturers ensure consistent cutting dimensions of +/-.010. Quality Control: All first cuts whether digital, laser or die cut, are measured to exact specifications and signed off by our QA dept.Optical/Camera Registration Systems:+/- .010 tolerances for print to cut registration.Entire run is exactly the same with little to no variation ensuring that your LED or LCD displays line up exactly on each part you receive.

Improving the Process

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Managing and Improving the Process

ISO 9001: 2008 Certification: Process and procedures in place for high quality manufacturing.

Our employees have a average of 8.2 years of service at MSI.

Continual Process Improvement: Direct Machine Interfaces are used to monitor:a. Set up timesb. Impressions per hourc. Press Down Time (potential bottlenecks are identified and fixed)

Customer Quality:MSI tracks and records both internal and external rejects. a. Internal reject rate = 3.5%.b. External rate = 0.4%.

MSI Videos

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Printing Processes:

Carousel Sheet Fed Screen PrintingKlemm Roll to Roll Screen PrintingHP Roll to Roll Digital Roll Printing

Finishing Processes:

LaminatingDie Cut AdhesiveZund Digital Blade Cutting

Clamshell Die CuttingMulti-stage Die CuttingPreco: High Volume Sheet Die Cutting

Preco: High Volume Roll Die Cutting

Cutting Processes:

Doming