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The art of
sandblasting has been perfected over time since its creation
over 130 years ago.
We have combined this time
tested process with the latest in computer aided
manufacturing that provides clean and crisp engraving.
The sandblasting process
engraves deeply into the chosen material insuring its
longevity.
It allows for both simple text
engraving and the engraving of custom artwork such as logos
or symbols that you may wish to offer to your donors.
Laser engraving on
the other hand uses a process called “vitrification” whereby
the area of the brick to be engraved is melted which then
hardens into glass.
Glass, of course, can be brittle
and subject to cracking, chipping or fading.
Additionally, the depth of the
engraving is much shallower than sandblasting which is
actually a limitation of the laser process.
Over
time as the surface of the material naturally wears it will
leave the laser engraved area more exposed and thus prone to
breakdown.
In our 21
years of business we have never had to replace a product due
to breakdown of the engraved area and that is why we
guarantee both the material and the engraving for life.
Almost
all of our National Monuments have been engraved using
sandblasting; we know they have withstood the test of time.
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