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About Recognition Products.
Engraving in Chico since 1982.

We're a DBA of Identity Source, Inc., and we manufacture industrial compliance tags and corporate name badges in Chico, California. In-house fiber and CO2 laser production supports proof-based ordering, local service, and nationwide shipping.

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1982
Operating in Chico, California, since 1982.
We're a DBA of Identity Source, Inc. Our Chico shop serves local organizations and ships identification products nationwide.
Company story

A Chico engraving business with a focused role today.

We've operated in Chico, California, since 1982. The business combines local service with nationwide shipping from the same Chico production base.

New orders move through a proof-approval workflow before production. Customers review the supplied content and layout, then in-house production begins after approval. Reorders match the approved layout already on file.

Today, we concentrate on industrial compliance tags and corporate name badges. Plaques and awards remain part of the business for corporate programs rather than one-off trophy-shop work.

What we focus on today

Industrial identification and corporate programs.

The current product focus is clear: engraved compliance tags for industrial and electrical buyers, corporate name badges for organizations and multi-location programs, and plaques and awards for corporate programs.

INDUSTRIAL
Engraved compliance tags
Panel labels, arc flash plates, solar placards, valve tags, asset and equipment tags, and custom engraved identification manufactured to customer-provided requirements.
 CORPORATE
Name tags and badges
Engraved and full-color corporate name badges, employee identification, and repeat ordering for multi-location programs.
 PROGRAMS
Plaques and awards
Plaques and awards remain available with a focus on corporate programs rather than one-off trophy-shop work.
In-house manufacturing

Fiber and CO2 laser production under one roof.

We produce engraved phenolic plastic and metal identification in our Chico shop. Material, content, and format are matched to the customer-provided drawing, application, and facility specification.

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Two laser technologies used in-house.
Fiber laser technology for brass, aluminum, and stainless steel. CO2 laser technology for phenolic plastic. Proof approval comes before production.
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Fiber laser for metals
In-house marking of brass, anodized aluminum, and stainless steel for valve tags, asset tags, equipment identification, and custom plates.
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CO2 laser for phenolic plastic
In-house engraving of phenolic plastic for panel labels, safety formats, office identification, and custom placards.
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Proof approval before production
Customers approve the supplied content and layout before the order moves into production.
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Fast standard and rush service
Standard orders ship in 24–48 hours after proof approval. Same-day rush is available on request.
Industries we serve

Compliance buyers. Corporate buyers. Contractors.

We support identification work for the industries represented across our approved Home page and completed product pages.

Utilities & Energy
Compliance tags, panel labels, valve tags, and equipment identification for utility and energy operations.
Industrial identification
Healthcare
Corporate name badges, employee identification, engraved nameplates, and facility signage for healthcare organizations.
Corporate identification
Restaurants & Hospitality
Name badges, employee identification, and consistent branded programs for multi-location operators.
Multi-location programs
Education
Employee name badges, engraved nameplates, and facility identification for schools, colleges, and universities.
Campus identification
Solar & Photovoltaic
Engraved solar placards, disconnect identification, and customer-specified PV compliance marking.
Solar identification
Agriculture & Farming
Equipment tags, facility labels, and identification for farms, food producers, and agricultural operators.
Facility identification
Industrial Manufacturing
Machine panel labels, equipment tags, valve identification, permanent isolation-point ID, and safety signage.
Plant identification
Construction & Electrical Contractors
Engraved panel identification, arc flash plates, compliance labels, and job-site identification.
Contractor support
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Why Recognition Products

Built for buyers who need it right, and need it fast.

The same operating strengths appear across the completed pages: a long-standing Chico base, production in-house, proof approval before production on new orders, fast shipping, and live phone support.

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In Chico since 1982
Local service from a Chico business that also supports customers nationwide.
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Production stays in-house
Dedicated fiber and CO2 laser platforms support metal and phenolic plastic identification.
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Proof-based workflow
The customer reviews and approves the supplied content and layout before production begins.
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Live support and nationwide shipping
Calls are answered live. Standard orders ship in 24–48 hours after proof approval, with same-day rush available on request.
Common questions

Straight answers about us.

What do you focus on today?
We focus on industrial compliance tags and corporate name badges. Plaques and awards are produced for corporate programs rather than one-off trophy-shop work.
How long have you operated in Chico?
We've operated in Chico, California, since 1982. We're a DBA of Identity Source, Inc.
Is production handled in-house?
Yes. We operate in-house fiber and CO2 laser platforms in Chico. The fiber laser marks brass, aluminum, and stainless steel; the CO2 laser engraves phenolic plastic.
How fast do standard orders ship?
Standard orders ship in 24–48 hours after proof approval. Same-day rush is available on request; call to confirm timing for a time-critical order.
Will I approve a proof before production?
Yes. The customer reviews and approves the supplied content and layout before production begins.
Are calls answered by a live person?
Yes. Calls are answered live during posted business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM PT.
Do you serve local and nationwide customers?
Yes. We provide local service from Chico and ship orders nationwide.
Do you still make plaques and awards?
Yes, with a focus on plaques and awards for corporate programs rather than one-off trophy-shop work.
Do you determine compliance requirements?
No. We manufacture to customer-provided content, drawings, adopted code editions, and facility specifications. We don't perform engineering studies, determine required hazard information, approve compliance, or act as the authority having jurisdiction.

Get your quote in one call.

Engraved compliance tags and corporate name badges. Shipped nationwide in 24–48 hours. Same-day rush available.

Request a quote Call (530) 895-8448