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Rosettes give plaques a little extra class

Rosettes give plaques a little extra class

Screws are one of the most common and practical ways to mount a plaque to a wall. While many people are content with the appearance of the screws once their plaques are mounted, some are looking for another option. Etched rosettes are one possibility. These engraved...
New etchers installed by German manufacturer

New etchers installed by German manufacturer

It’s been worth the wait! Pella Engraving is excited to report that its new Stoma etchers are up and running. PEC was happy to welcome Reinhard Matzke, owner of Stoma, to Pella to oversee the installation of these two machines. Watch the video below to see them...
Are your signs up to code?

Are your signs up to code?

When constructing a new building or redesigning an old one, there are a million little details that need to be taken care of. This includes interior signs that are governed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. The act, authored and sponsored by...
Five ways to make sure your outdoor sign sends the right message

Five ways to make sure your outdoor sign sends the right message

Now that spring is finally here, people might start taking the time to admire outdoor scenery again, instead of hurrying as quickly as possible from their cars into your business’s front door—so it’s an ideal time to freshen up the look of the exterior of your...
From foil stamping to embossing—a die for every need

From foil stamping to embossing—a die for every need

PEC has a long history in the die industry—81 years, in fact. The company began as a letterpress die manufacturer for small-town newspapers in 1934. Throughout the years, PEC has continued to make letterpress dies, while expanding its die offering to include the...
Long-lasting metal ID tags can improve efficiency and accuracy

Long-lasting metal ID tags can improve efficiency and accuracy

Many industries have machinery, tools, inventory, and other assets that need to be tagged for easy identification. PEC’s metal ID tags are a perfect solution—they provide long-lasting identification at a low cost, and can even be produced with unique VINs or barcodes...
Recognize great employees with corporate awards

Recognize great employees with corporate awards

A recent study found that 82 percent of employees said they were bothered by the lack of recognition at their job. Since dissatisfied employees are more likely to leave a company, this is a major problem for businesses—it’s crucial to the overall health and...
Commemorate the important things in life with a memorial plaque

Commemorate the important things in life with a memorial plaque

Life is full of people, places, and events that deserve to be remembered. One way to preserve those memories is with a long-lasting, personalized memorial plaque. With a memorial plaque, you can honor a company founder, commemorate a historical event, or pay tribute...
Classic bronze plaques convey timeless elegance

Classic bronze plaques convey timeless elegance

A cast bronze plaque is a long-lasting option for both indoor and outdoor use. Choose bronze any time you want your plaque to express a sense of respect and high esteem—such as dedication plaques, veteran plaques, sports plaques, memorial plaques, and recognition...