Polyurethane Doming / 3Domes
Polyurethane Domes Examples
Domed Label & Nameplate Fabrication |
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Domed Label & Nameplate Fabrication |
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Domed Label & Nameplate Fabrication |
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Domed Label & Nameplate Fabrication |
3Domes Examples
3Domes |
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3Domes |
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3Domes |
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3Domes |
Doming is a word used to describe a process in which an exact amount of polyurethane resin is applied over the top of a label or nameplate, and allowed to flow outward to the edges which act as a levy. Once the resin is cured it effectively forms a clear protective cap or dome over the graphics, thus giving it the name dome label. Sometimes referred to as bubble labels, dome labels are highly durable, and well suited for just about any environment.
Several factors come into play during the doming process that makes it a tough process to master. For this reason several companies opt to send out finished product to be domed by companies called doming houses that specialize in the process. Marking Systems, Inc. is one of the few companies with an on-site clean room that allows us to do both printing and doming under the same roof. By doing the doming in-house we can offer extremely competitive pricing as well as quick turns without having to compromise our quality.
3Domes
The term 3Domes was coined by Marking Systems, to describe a unique manufacturing process used to create highly durable 3-Dimensional emblems and badges.
Ideal for small to medium volume run sizes, 3Doming combines heat, radio frequencies, and pressure to create elaborate 3D emblems or a price comparable to injection molding, but without to large tooling cost typically associated with injection molding or thermoforming.
The fact the 3Domes are essentially made up of 3 layers makes them a designers dream come true. The top layer which is commonly referred to as the aesthetic layer can be printed on in order to achieve multiple color schemes and looks. The shaping layer allows designers to add thickness, soften, or harden a part, as well as gives it the necessary amount of thickness needed for embossing. Download our brochure and request samples.
Domed Label & Nameplate Fabrication Capabilities:
| Doming Types |
Labels
Nameplates |
| Benefits |
Three-Dimensional Look
No extra molds/tooling required
Improves Durability (Added UV and Chemical resistance) |
| Environment |
Indoors
Outdoors |
| Resistances |
Chemical
UV |
| Materials |
Polyurethane |
| Outdoor Durability |
7 to 10 years |
| Properties |
Adhesive
Base Material
Polyurethane Doming |
| Thickness |
Approximately .060-.075 |
| Maximum Length |
120" |
| Maximum Width |
48" |
| Accelerated Aging |
RS-4 Sunlighter with Water Spray 500 hours |
| Outdoor Weathering |
5 years |
| Temperature Range |
-40 to 170 °F |
| Humidity Condensing Atmosphere |
100 °F
100% Relative Humidity (RH) |
| Salt Spray |
22 hours |
| Abrasion and Impact Resistance |
Down to -20 °F |
| Cleanability |
Detergent Solution
Aliphatic Hydrocarbon
Denatured Alcohol |
| Solvent Resistance |
Unleaded Gasoline |
| Chemical/Solvent Resistance |
Excellent Chemical resistance to most common chemicals such as gasoline and household/industrial cleaners. |
| Tolerance (+/-) |
.015 in |
| Inspection |
Artwork
Screen
Printing |
Cutting
Doming
100% Final | |
| Testing |
Ink Adhesion Testing (Tape) |
| Additional Services |
Doming
Art Services
Embossing
Thermoforming
Color Matching
Laminating
Back Scoring
Back Lit
Dead Front |
Perforation
Kiss Cutting
Serialized Labels
Barcode Labels
2D Labels
Import Excel Spreadsheet
Kitting
Assembly | |
| Production Volume |
Prototype to Large Scale Runs |
| Typical Lead Time |
2 to 3 weeks
Rush Services Available |
Additional Information
| Industry Focus |
Telecommunications
Defense
Electrical
Medical |
Industrial
Oil & Gas
Test & Measurement
Promotion | |
| Intended Applications |
Decorative Nameplates |
| Industry Standards |
ISO 9001:2008
G7 Color Matching Certified
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) |
Underwriters Laboratory (UL)
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) | |
| Efficiency |
Electronic Data Exchange (EDI) |
| Documentation |
First Article Inspection (FAI)
Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
Certificates of Conformance (CoC) |
| Graphics File Formats |
Adobe Illustrator (AI)
Adobe Photoshop (PS)
Adobe InDesign (ID) |
| Dimensions / Dies File Formats |
AutoCAD (DWG, DXF) |
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