4 Types of Damage That Affect Nameplate Longevity & Readability
There are four main types of damage to nameplates that affect them. These types of damage can all have different effects on the longevity and readability of the plates. These are surface, physical, chemical, and impact. Each of these types of damage has its own unique characteristics that need to be considered while choosing a material for the plate. The most common type of damage is surface damage. This includes scratches, abrasions, or chips that have been inflicted on the nameplate surface by another material. This damage is usually easy to remove with soap and water, and is easily repaired. Sometimes this damage is so severe that it has to be removed entirely from the metal. If the metal can't be repaired, a new piece must be fabricated in its place. The metal that can be bent into the desired shape is usually the best option when used to repair this kind of damage. Abrasion is commonly used on metals to remove small deposits or to remove the top layer of metals so that t