HOW TO CREATE A ART PLAQUE

 

 


At Bronze Plaque, the plates we make are the result of a collaborative effort: from the first consultations and preliminary designs to the final installation of the part, our team of professionals works closely together to ensure that excellence and experience permeate each step of the process. Below is a detailed description of the bronze casting process so you can see for yourself the importance of each and every team member, here at Bronze Plaque.

 

STEPS IN THE LIFE OF A PLATE

 

CONSULTATION AND DESIGN

 

In a world of endless possibilities, creating the perfect look for a hob is both exhilarating and challenging. Capturing the exact essence of the plate's purpose requires great attention to detail and expertise in the visual arts. The designers at Bronze Plaque have impressive resumes - with years of experience and exceptional talent, they pride themselves on creating perfect, long-lasting prints. Our use of only the best technology to create renderings for our clients allows them to visualize their plates in the environments for which they will be manufactured and this adds to the entire creative experience.

 

 

 

PATTERN

 

Once a design is created, the bronze casting process begins. The first step in the process is creating a pattern, a prototype of what will eventually be made in bronze. These can be made from various materials, such as photopolymer resins, woods, and plastics. Bronze Plaque also uses a variety of software for 3D machining and 3D printing for the more complicated shapes that may be required for the pattern process. Bronze Plaque pattern makers have been in the industry for decades and pay extraordinary attention to detail in this critical part of the process. What we find in the pattern will likely appear in the final product, so the hands of a craftsman must be skilled.

 

 

 

MOLD

 

The pattern, once complete, can be used to create a mold for the final product. First, the molder applies a coat of release agent to the pattern so that the finished mold does not stick to it. A fine sand/epoxy mixture is then applied and packed over the entire surface of the pattern to ensure all fine details are included in the mold. The mold is then reinforced to make it strong enough to maintain its integrity throughout the casting process.

 

 

 

METAL SPILL

 

Filling the mold with molten bronze is not an easy task: workers must be very careful when handling hot metal, and processes must be in place to remove air bubbles as it is being poured. To fill the mold safely and efficiently: sprues, slides, gates, and risers are used to introduce the bronze into the mold and also act as fans allowing gases to escape from the mold. If you've ever been lucky enough to see a traditional metal pour, you'll notice that our team members wear protective gear that looks a lot like spacesuits. As futuristic as it may sound, bronze casting is actually an ancient tradition.

 

 

 

MOLD EXTRACTION

 

After the bronze has cooled and solidified, it must be removed from its casing. Team members do this by shaking the mold to loosen all the sand from the plate. This process safely removes sand from bronze, leaving the raw cast Plaque ready for finishing touches.

 

 

 

REFINEMENT

 

Metal Plaque finishing involves a number of important processes and should be done by someone with a perfectionist's eye. All components used in making the Art Plaque that will not be part of the finished product, such as drinking fountains, runners, and doors, must be removed. The bronze is then cleaned by hand and sanded to give the piece a perfect shape and finish.

 

 

 

FRAME

 

To give the final visual touches to the piece, bronze plates are painted using an industrial paint system. A steady hand and attention to detail make this finishing process the final touch at the end of a board's life. Talented craftsmen make the paint to add dimension, character, and personality to the plate, as well as to keep it well protected.

 

INSTALLATION

 

The final step in the process comes when a talented team of installers takes the carefully crafted brass Plaque and expertly install it in your permanent home. At Bronze Plaque, our plates can end up high in the sky or in busy foot traffic, and either way they need to be there to last - perfect installation completes the life cycle of a Plaque and is as essential as ever. stage of the process.

 

At Bronze Plaque  Group, when our talented foundry artisans work together, beautiful things happen!

 

Contact us today to discuss your next Art Plaque  project

 

 

 

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Custom Bronze Plaque

Image
  How to order Custom Bronze Plaque   BRONZE PLAQUE SAMPLE DESIGNS After many requests from our clients, we now carry a variety of metal Plaque samples internally for our clients to review. Because we create a  custom bronze plaque , aluminum, stainless steel, brass, and zinc Plaques using casting and engraving techniques, the number of options our customers have to choose from can be overwhelming. While we have many examples of Custom Bronze Plaque projects on our website, we now have fifteen ready-to-ship sample Plaques, inconvenient 6 "x 4" sizes, now giving our customers a more precise   way to decide between different Plaque background textures, finishes, and mounting techniques. We also carry four different waterjet cut letters with prismatic, polished, satin, and random orbital finishes, so our customers can also review individual letter options in person.   HOW TO REQUEST A PLAQUE SAMPLE If you are interested in requesting a Custom Bronze Plaque from our
Read more

How custom photo plaques effect to your Design

Image
Taking great photos with your phone is one thing, editing them for use as personalized artwork is another. Turning your pictures into the perfect custom plaque or gift does not have to be a mystery.  There’s an app for that! Easy to use and readily available, photo apps do everything from improving your shooting technique to stylizing an existing photo. We’ve identified our five favorite editing apps to help you get your photos, logos, or other artwork ready to design custom Bronze-plaque products yourself, such as custom photo plaques and more.  5 Photo Apps for Awesome Customized Results  1. ProShot – Need to improve your photography skills first? This app teaches you how to correct bad lighting and improve your technique. It is your very own photography class and the perfect way to take your talents to the next level.  2. PicMonkey – Want to resize your photo to fit a specific design? This app changes the format size (4×6, 3×5, 8×10) and lets you customize them with frames, tex
Read more

WHY BRONZE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SHOULD BE A HIGH PRIORITY TO BUILDING MANAGERS

Image
  Bronze cleaning is much less expensive if done frequently. Regular visits mean that less work is needed per visit and this means that costs are kept to a minimum. Bronze corrodes. It is very sensitive and reacts to pollutants in the air, liquids spilled on it, guano and urine. When corroded, it usually looks ugly. Bronze cleaning should avoid the need for costly restoration projects. Removal of these types of contaminants often prevents degradation of the protective coating and prevents the bronze from etching and discoloring. Once the bronze has changed, the only restoration can return it to its original appearance. Regular cleaning is a protective process. It includes reapplying additional layers of a protective layer such as wax. This barrier layer is the only protection bronze has and therefore reinstalling it regularly reduces the chance of damage to the bronze. Bronze cleaning makes a building look splendid! Over time, bronze can become dull and lifeless. Bronze Address Plaque
Read more