A-1 Engraving, also operating as Striker, is a contract manufacturer and service company based in Anaheim, California, established in 1966. With over 50 years of experience, the company specializes in integrated marking, thermal, and fabrication solutions, serving military, aerospace, commercial, and medical sectors. They offer a comprehensive suite of services including 2D and 3D engraving, laser marking, CNC machining, panel fabrication, silk screening, deep etching, chemical etching, and metal photo services for metals and plastics. A-1 Engraving emphasizes a "US&A Commitment™," working with and sourcing from US and allied businesses, and is DoD-qualified, holding CAGE code 6Y8P1. The company provides specialized equipment, experience, and employees to deliver certified, spec-based services, ensuring precision marking and custom manufacturing.
CO2 Laser
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Electro-chemical
Fibre Laser
Illinois Engraving & Mfg. Co.
🇺🇸 United States
1931201-300 peopleManufacturer/Service Company
Established brand
OEM manufacturer
Product customization
Key customer
APOGEE
Description
Illinois Engraving & Mfg. Co. is a family-managed manufacturer and service company based in Chicago, US, with over 85 years of experience in the engraving industry, founded in 1931. Employing between 201 and 300 people, the company specializes in custom engraved steel stamps, branding dies, embossing dies, hot stamping dies, marking dies, and mold engraving. They offer comprehensive precision engraving services, including 2D & 3D engraving, and provide complete machining services such as CNC and Plunge EDM. Illinois Engraving & Mfg. Co. manufactures tooling and die components, offering custom solutions for various industrial applications, including plastic, die casting, rubber, and glass. Their capabilities extend to producing steel type and type holders, engraved carbon electrodes, and custom machined branding tools. The company emphasizes personal attention to customer needs, expertise, and adherence to detail, handling large engraving commitments while allowing direct interaction with management. They are capable of preparing artwork from customer drawings, CAD-CAM files, graphics files, samples, or specifications, and can reproduce any character or logo style.