Drexel Technologies’ Strategic Expansion into Engraving and Labeling Services Pays Off

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By admin / December 18, 2024

Case Study

Overview

Drexel Technologies recently expanded its portfolio to include engraving and labeling solutions in response to a growing local demand for faster, high-quality engraving services. This strategic shift, made possible by a partnership with its print service provider (PSP), National / AZON, offered a turnkey solution that helps Drexel capitalize on the demand for customized signage and labels in large-scale construction projects.

 

Our involvement with engraving stems from our ongoing drive to find solutions that address gaps in our industry.

Troy Illum, vice president
Drexel Technologies

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Challenge

Before Drexel’s entrance into engraving, the company outsourced the services from external vendors, which resulted in slow turnaround times and costly pricing. With tight deadlines on customers’ projects, Drexel wanted a faster, more cost-effective solution to fill the gap in the market for quick, reliable, and high-quality engraving and labeling, particularly for large-scale projects with complex labeling requirements.

Solution

In the summer of 2024, Drexel Technologies invested in National / AZON’s bundled engraving solution from Vision Engraving & Routing Systems and Rowmark, which included equipment, software, and training. The equipment installation and training process took less than two weeks, and within a short period, Drexel was able to offer a new service that met urgent client needs.

“We’re always focused on meeting urgent needs, and with engraving, we saw an opportunity to bring a local solution to the table. With it, we can better serve not just our clients in the area, but also regional projects,” comments Troy Illum, vice president, Drexel Technologies.

Drexel’s engraving services have been well-received by clients, particularly in industries where fast turnaround times and precision are paramount. One client commented, “Having local engraving capabilities means we don’t have to wait weeks for labels and signage. Drexel’s team gets the job done quickly, allowing us to keep our project on track.”

Key Project Highlights

Drexel’s engraving and labeling capabilities have been effectively applied to several large-scale projects, underscoring the company’s expertise in managing both small-scale retrofits and complex, large-volume initiatives requiring the production of thousands of custom-engraved items. Some of these projects include:

  • Battery Facility – A project requiring approximately 1,000 custom engraved labels for identifying electrical and mechanical systems. Labels included identifying numbers, barcodes, and other critical information to aid in system inspections and ongoing maintenance.
  • Power Plant Projects – Engraved tags and labels for piping, electrical units, and mechanical systems, necessary for meeting strict safety and regulatory requirements in high-stakes environments like petrochemical and power plants.
  • Educational Projects – Providing engraved labels for schools, including mechanical retrofits and rooftop systems, ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.

By investing in National / AZON’s turnkey engraving solution, Drexel has gained a competitive edge in the market, offering fast, efficient, and high-quality engraving services to meet the growing needs of its diverse clients.

 

 

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