Metalcraft Inc.

Metalcraft Inc. Metalcraft is a manufacturer of custom fixed asset tags and labels: Metal Bar Code, Foil Bar Code La

Metalcraft has provided property identification solutions since 1950. What began as a solution for the Bostitch Stapler Company's identification needs has evolved into Metalcraft as we know it today. The solution for Bostitch was to have Metalcraft provide nameplates with printed copy of Bostitch customer names that were attached with solvent-activated adhesive to their staplers. Since that first

Bostitch stapler solution in 1950, Metalcraft has provided thousands of businesses and industries throughout North America and around the world with a wide range of choices in durable nameplates and labels to meet the needs of the ever-evolving industry of tracking and controlling. These customized products may include consecutive numbers using barcode and/or RFID technologies. Made from the toughest materials including polyester, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, polycarbonate, ceramic and more, Metalcraft nameplates and labels are built to withstand environments ranging from mild to extreme and resist abrasion, caustics/acids, solvents, salt air, high temperatures, and UV rays.

**Before you choose barcode or RFID, ask the right questions. 🤔**A successful asset tracking program doesn’t start with ...
09/01/2026

**Before you choose barcode or RFID, ask the right questions. 🤔**

A successful asset tracking program doesn’t start with technology. It starts with understanding what you’re trying to track.

What is the asset?
How does it move through your operation?
What environment will the tag face?
What information do you actually need to capture?

Those answers help determine everything that comes next—from the identification method and tag construction to how the data is managed. Doing that groundwork upfront can make the entire asset tracking system more effective.

Now we want to hear from you:

👇 **What is the hardest asset for your team to keep track of—and why?**

Tools that constantly move? Returnable containers? IT equipment? Something completely different?

Tell us in the comments. Your answer might even inspire one of our next posts!

👉 Want to dig deeper into the basics? Read **Asset Tagging 101:** https://www.idplate.com/blog/asset-tagging-101/

**The “craft” in Metalcraft is more than part of our name. It’s part of who we are. 🛠️**Every tag, label and nameplate t...
08/28/2026

**The “craft” in Metalcraft is more than part of our name. It’s part of who we are. 🛠️**

Every tag, label and nameplate that leaves Metalcraft has a team of people behind it.

People who help customers figure out the right solution. People who engineer products for challenging applications. People who manufacture, inspect, package and ship each order with care.

Technology has changed a lot over the years—and so have the products we make—but one thing hasn’t changed:

**Good products are made by people who care about doing good work.**

We're proud of the team that brings **ID Made Better®** to life every day.

👏 Here's to the people behind the products.

We're proud to have sponsored the 2026 Community Build-A-Thon with Habitat for Humanity North Central Iowa! It was an ex...
08/25/2026

We're proud to have sponsored the 2026 Community Build-A-Thon with Habitat for Humanity North Central Iowa! It was an excellent way for us to give back to the community and support the building/repair of homes in our area.

**Metal and RFID haven't always played nicely together. Today, the right tag can change that.**Metal surfaces can interf...
08/25/2026

**Metal and RFID haven't always played nicely together. Today, the right tag can change that.**

Metal surfaces can interfere with traditional RFID tag performance, making tag selection especially important when you're tracking tools, machinery, equipment, containers, or other metal assets.

RFID tags designed specifically for metal surfaces can help organizations take advantage of RFID while maintaining reliable performance in demanding applications.

But every application is different.

The asset. The mounting location. The environment. The required read range. The workflow.

They all matter when choosing the right RFID tag.

That's why we encourage customers to **test before they invest.**

Metalcraft offers **FREE RFID samples** so you can test potential solutions on your actual assets, in your actual environment, with your RFID system.

📦 **Request your free samples today and find the RFID tag that's right for your application.**

👉 https://www.idplate.com/request-sample-tags/

We would like to thank our Activities Committee for putting together a fun Family Day cruise on the Lady of the Lake yes...
08/24/2026

We would like to thank our Activities Committee for putting together a fun Family Day cruise on the Lady of the Lake yesterday. 🚢🌊

It was an excellent opportunity to catch up with coworkers that included great food and prizes! 😀

**Great products matter. But sometimes the most important part of finding the right solution is having the right person ...
08/21/2026

**Great products matter. But sometimes the most important part of finding the right solution is having the right person to call.**

At Metalcraft, our sales team goes far beyond taking orders.

Our **internal sales representatives** work directly with customers to understand their application, environment and tracking requirements—helping determine which identification solution makes the most sense.

Our **external sales representatives** bring that same expertise directly to customers, building relationships, seeing applications firsthand and helping solve identification challenges in the field.

Together, they're the connection between a customer's challenge and the people at Metalcraft who can help solve it.

They ask questions. They listen. They collaborate with our engineering and production teams. And most importantly, they get to know our customers and their businesses.

Because sometimes **ID Made Better® starts with a conversation.**

👏 Today we're recognizing our internal and external sales representatives who represent Metalcraft every day and help our customers find solutions built around their needs.

We would like to thank our Wellness Team for putting together a Lunch and Learn event yesterday!Keith Hargis, a dietitia...
08/20/2026

We would like to thank our Wellness Team for putting together a Lunch and Learn event yesterday!

Keith Hargis, a dietitian, presented on GLP1 drugs, CGM technology and how it all fits into a healthy lifestyle.

It was a very educational presentation combined with some delicious food! 😃

**❓ FAQ: Why do asset labels fail outdoors?**Outdoor environments can be tough on identification.☀️ UV exposure can caus...
08/18/2026

**❓ FAQ: Why do asset labels fail outdoors?**

Outdoor environments can be tough on identification.

☀️ UV exposure can cause fading.
🌧️ Rain and moisture can weaken the wrong adhesive.
🌡️ Temperature swings can affect materials and adhesion.
🧊 Snow and ice add another layer of exposure.
🛠️ Dirt, chemicals and abrasion can make labels difficult to read.

But here's the key: **outdoor exposure doesn't automatically mean your label will fail.**

It means you need an identification solution designed for the conditions it will actually face.

Material, adhesive, surface type, expected lifespan and environmental exposure should all be considered before selecting a tag or label.

Not sure what will work for your application? **Test before you invest.**

Metalcraft offers free samples so you can evaluate potential solutions on your actual assets and in your actual environment.

👉 **Request your free samples:** [www.idplate.com](http://www.idplate.com/request-sample-tags/)

🏭 Behind Every Metalcraft Product Are People Who Care About Getting It Right.Technology may be at the heart of asset tra...
08/14/2026

🏭 Behind Every Metalcraft Product Are People Who Care About Getting It Right.

Technology may be at the heart of asset tracking, but people are at the heart of Metalcraft.

From customer service and engineering to production and shipping, our team works together every day to solve unique identification challenges and make sure our customers receive products they can depend on.

And sometimes, the best part of manufacturing isn't what comes off the production line—it's the people you get to work alongside.

Today, we're celebrating the team behind ID Made Better®.

👏 Thank you to everyone at Metalcraft who brings their experience, creativity, and commitment to work every day.

Want to see more of what happens behind the scenes at Metalcraft? Follow along—we'll be sharing more of the people, processes, and stories that make Metalcraft what it is.

☀️🌧️ Why Do Asset Labels Fail Outdoors?Outdoor environments put identification products to the test.UV exposure. Rain. H...
08/11/2026

☀️🌧️ Why Do Asset Labels Fail Outdoors?

Outdoor environments put identification products to the test.

UV exposure. Rain. Heat. Cold. Chemicals. Dirt. Abrasion.

A label that performs perfectly indoors may fade, peel, crack, or become unreadable when exposed to these conditions day after day.

That’s why choosing the right material, adhesive, and construction for your actual environment matters.

At Metalcraft, we believe in testing before investing. We offer free samples so you can evaluate identification products on your assets and in your environment before placing an order.

Because the best time to find out whether a label will last is before you deploy hundreds—or thousands—of them.

👉 Request your FREE samples and put them to the test:
https://www.idplate.com/contact-us/

Address

3360 9th Street SW
Mason City, IA
50401

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(800) 437-5283

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