A wide range of engraving services
unmatched by our rivals
Our clients approach us for a variety of requirements, expecting work of the highest quality along with speedy turnarounds - something we deliver on every project we undertake. From office signs to machine labels, Perspex engraving, injection moulds and memorial plaques, we never fail to carry out professional work aided by CAD programs and traditional, manual methods.
C.A.D. COMPUTERISED ENGRAVING
The CAD design method of engraving does away with the need to mark out fascias prior to engraving, saving you considerable time and money. All we need is your drawing supplied in one of the following formats: D.X.F., H.P.G.L., P.L.T., E.P.S. Our computerised machines are capable of dealing with fascias and mimics of unlimited size, maintaining a standard and quality that are simply not possible with conventional engraving methods. For customers without access to C.A.D. we can offer a full design service along with the ability to scan logos etc. Our machines are also capable of engraving small warning labels in any quantity, from a one- off to several thousand, along with personalised signs and company logos.
COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUES
We can produce commemorative plaques in a vast array of materials, but the most popular materials are brass and stainless steel. With more than 1200 standard-type styles available, we can create a plaque which gives off a truly special look for that special occasion (ask to see our type style book).
COMPANY LOGOS
We have the ability to scan anything and turn it into an engraved image, allowing us to reproduce your company logo onto your fascia or even a newly registered office plaque. Our customers often find this to be an inexpensive way of advertising their products to a high level of satisfaction.
FORMICA ENGRAVED FASCIAS
This is one of the oldest ways of manufacturing a fascia. The Formica is a sandwich of two different colours, which basically means that the lettering is engraved through the face of the material to reveal the second colour beneath the surface. This is the cheapest way of producing anything from a label to an engraved fascia. Although limited in colour range compared with Perspex panels, Hitchens carry a stack of all standard colours including gold and silver.
INFORMATION SIGNS
Are you involved with B.S.5750? If so, you will no doubt need information signs to comply with the B.S.5750 Standard. We are happy to supply you with the relevant signs in the correct colour combinations.
INJECTION MOULDS AND MOULD INSERTS
With our ability to scan almost anything and reproduce it onto an engraved image, a precise engraving of customers’ moulds can be undertaken to an extremely high standard.
MALE AND FEMALE FORMERS
Our machines are capable of manufacturing heavy-duty formers in steel to a very high tolerance, no matter how complex the detail is. Applications include the stamping of serial numbers onto exhaust systems, and of manufacturers’ names into bread baking tins, so that the bread bears said logo once baked!
OFFICE SIGNS
Make your office look infinitely more professional with the application of tailor-made signs. Do your visiting clients know to whom they are speaking? What could be more helpful than a tabletop sign holder with the individual’s name engraved upon it, or the M.D.’s name displayed on their door in high-quality, easily legible lettering?
The list of possibilities is endless when it comes to office signs, and so is the list of materials we can use.
PERSPEX REVERSE ENGRAVING FASCIAS
This method of manufacturing a fascia is achieved by engraving the reverse side of the Perspex in mirror image and colouring the engraving with several different colours, which is ideal for colouring mimics and fascias, combining different functions that can be colour coded. To finish the fascia off, the reverse is then painted to the customer’s own specifications, i.e. to match the colour of the machine to which the fascia will be fitted.
SCALES AND DIALS
Hitchens can produce scales and dials to any pitch, be it a 360-degree dial or a scale calibrated to a bastard-pitch. Dials can be made in any of the materials that we carry in stock.
STENCILS
Aluminium stencils can be supplied in any size with any type, style or logo as required. We use 22swg aluminium, which lasts a lot longer than the conventional cardboard stencils. These are ideal for companies that pack their products in wooden cases and want their names on the cases.
STAMPS AND DIES
We can supply all kinds of stamps and dies including company logo stamps, inspection stamps, and branding blocks, whether in steel or brass.
TACTILE SIGNS
We have many years of experience in creating tactile signage. These 3D signs are perfect for making your establishment more accessible to all of your users by helping the visually impaired to find what they need.
WARNING AND MACHINE LABELS
These can be supplied in the standard Formica colours, either self-adhesive or with mounting holes.
Other materials are available including anodised aluminium.
MIMIC DIAGRAMS
A mimic diagram could come in the form of a fire alarm zone chart showing the building outline and internal zones, or a flow diagram for a conveyor system throughout a large factory. As with control fascias, these can be manufactured in Perspex, Formica or anodised aluminium using several colours.