Rotary Engraving

Find out more about our robust rotary engraving capabilities, offering cutting, fabrication and engraving with versatility across a wide range of materials.

Why Choose Rotary Engraving?

Rotary engraving offers deep , durable marking ideal for applications such as deep part marking that need to withstand wear, cleaning , or harsh outdoor conditions. It creates a tactile, long lasting finish that won’t fade or rub off over time. This method is especially suited for traffolyte labels, metal cutting / metal engraving and paint filling. Rotary engraving is the preferred method when durability, and permanent finishes are essential.

Our Rotary Systems

We utilize industry standard rotary technology to deliver widely used products such as traffolyte labels at the quality and finish beyond our customers expectations.

Gravotech IS8000 XP, IS400 & M20

Used for permanent tactile marks on typically rigid substrates.

Traffolyte

Soft Metals

Solid Wood

Acrylic

Wood-Based Substrates

Phenolic Laminate

Rigid Metals

Rotary Engraving is used for .

Rotary Engraving machines are an industry standard solution for many trade applications. They are a well-established, diverse machines with the ability to engrave and cut an extremely wide range of substrates. We use Gravotech and Mantech machinery as these are regarded as one of the best quality machines available on the market. 
Using these machines allows us to not only engrave super fine details, but also allows for pin point accuracy, something which many other companies struggle to achieve with cheaper machinery.

Marking Area

Our marking areas of our specialised rotary machines range from 100mm x 100mm all the way up to 1220mm x 2440mm. This allows for us to accommodate large bulk orders as well as the precision for smaller, more delicate applications.

Cut & Engrave

Due to our range of tools, machinery and experience in the industry, we can both engrave and cleanly cut through almost any substrate; metals, MDF, plywood, acrylic, and many more. This eliminates the need for multiple machines and saving time using one machine start to finish.

3D Marking

Unlike laser engraving, rotary is capable of deep marking for a long lasting, tactile finish. This also gives us access to certain methods such as paint filling and custom raised 3D shape machining for a truly unique end product. 

Traffolyte Labels, Panels and Tags

One of the leading applications of rotary engraving is processing traffolyte for panels and labels, as well as many other common use cases. Our extensive knowledge and experience of this solution, among others, allows us to provide the best quality products and services for our customers that require traffolyte. 

Traditional Method producing Reliable Results

Rotary engraving gives a professional and industry standard finish. Our team have perfected this well known style of engraving over the years and can offer services and knowledge from our experience that you won’t find elsewhere.

Flutes, Pocketing and Chamfers

Rotary machines add many additional capabilities through the use of different engraving and cutting bits to achieve unique finishes and cuts; this includes using V-Bits for chamfered edges, rabbeting bits for joinery, round-over bits for shaped edging / pocketing and much more. 

Did you know?
Rotary engraving physically cuts into the surface of the material, creating deep, tactile markings that resist wear, weather, and cleaning — making it ideal for industrial and outdoor applications.
Did you know?
This method works on a wide range of materials including metals, plastics, and laminates. It’s especially effective on tough substrates where laser engraving may not be suitable or durable.
Did you know?
Rotary engraving produces crisp, legible results, perfect for detailed labels, control panels, and rating plates. It also supports variable data and serialisation for asset tracking or compliance.

Rotary Machine Capabilities

See our commonly produced items and services we offer on our rotary machines.

A vintage, brass Harley-Davidson Motor Cycles shield-shaped emblem, rotary engraved on solid brass, isolated on a clean white background.

Deep Engraving

A golden brass memorial plaque for musician Chris Cornell, featuring engraved black text, a musical motif, and "Died 19th May 2017 Aged 47 years At Rest."

Memorial & Comemorative Plates

Close-up of a vibrant red Traffolyte, with a distinct horizontal black and thin white stripe along its bottom edge.

Traffolyte Labels

A close-up of a white rectangular electrical wall switch with a single white toggle, two silver screws, and 'Washing Machine' paint infilled text in red, isolated on a white background.

Paint Filling

Close-up of a silver-toned metal whistle with 'BIRMINGHAM ASSAY OFFICE 250' engraved on its side, on a white background.
Part Marking

3D Engraving

Ready to Start Your Project?

Whether you need industrial part marking, personalised awards, or custom signage, our manufacturing experts are ready to bring your vision to life with precision and quality.

Trade Engraving Printing Routing Cutting

We offer a comprehensive range of engraving and printing services tailored to meet your specific requirements.

Laser Engraving

Rotary Engraving

UV Printing

Digital Cutting

CNC Machining