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Custom Printing
on Metal.

Full-color, photographic-quality graphics bonded directly to aluminum and metal panels — UV stable, scratch resistant, and engineered for architecture, signage, and industrial use.

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Why Printed Metal

Lightweight, Durable, Fully Custom

Metal panels are the backbone of modern architecture and industrial design — but stock finishes limit what a surface can communicate. Polyprint turns metal into a fully branded, fully custom surface without compromising the strength, weather resistance, and longevity that made the material the right choice to begin with.

How It Works

From Bare Panel to Branded Surface

The metal surface is prepared for optimal adhesion, then printed with UV-curable inks that are instantly cured as they are applied. A protective top coat seals the graphic for scratch resistance and UV stability — bonding the design to the panel rather than laminating a film on top.

Direct-to-metal UV printing — no applied vinyl wrap
Full-color, photographic-quality reproduction
Protective coating for scratch and UV resistance
Suitable for interior and exterior specifications
Standard and custom runs in the same process
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Custom printed aluminum metal panel
Where It Performs

Applications for Printed Metal

From building exteriors to the factory floor, printed metal serves both design and function.

Architecture & Cladding

  • Exterior facade and cladding panels
  • Architectural feature walls and ceilings
  • Branded entrance and lobby panels
  • Composite aluminum panel (ACP) systems

Signage & Branding

  • Weather-resistant outdoor signage
  • Wayfinding and directional panels
  • Corporate and retail brand surfaces

Industrial & Equipment

  • Machine enclosures and control panels
  • Printed scales, instructions, and safety markings
  • Asset and identification plates

Why Procurement Teams Choose It

  • One supplier for standard and custom panels
  • Durability that outlasts applied films and labels
  • Consistent brand reproduction across batches
Tested Durability

Held to the Same Standard as Every Polyprint Surface

Printed metal meets the same independently tested benchmarks that define all Polyprint applications.

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UV Weathering

No Change at 3000h

EN ISO 16474-3 Atlas UV Test — zero surface change after 3000 hours of exposure.

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Scratch Hardness

6H Pencil

EN 15184 pencil hardness test — rated 6H, the highest standard for coating hardness.

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Impact Resistance

>60N

EN 438-2 ball impact testing — maximum machine rating with no visible damage.

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Wear Resistance

Class 31

DIN EN 14354 Taber Abraser — achieved classification 31 in tested conditions.

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FAQ

Printed Metal — Common Questions

Can you print custom designs directly on metal?

Yes. Polyprint prints full-color, photographic-quality graphics directly onto metal panels such as aluminum, sealed with a UV-stable, scratch-resistant coating that bonds the print to the surface.

Is printed metal durable enough for outdoor architecture?

Yes. Printed metal panels are tested for UV weathering, scratch hardness, and impact resistance, making them suitable for exterior cladding, facades, and weather-exposed signage.

What metals can be printed on?

Aluminum is the most common substrate due to its weight, durability, and print-readiness. Other metal and composite panels can be evaluated based on the project's surface preparation and finish requirements.

Will the print fade, peel, or scratch off?

The graphic is cured and sealed under a protective coating rated 6H pencil hardness with no surface change after 3000 hours of UV exposure in testing, so it resists fading, peeling, and scratching in normal service.

How do I get a quote for printed metal panels?

Provide panel dimensions, quantities, metal type, artwork, and whether the use is interior or exterior. Polyprint returns feasibility, specifications, and pricing. Request a quote here.

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