Our Technology & Equipment in Hamilton
Precision Lasers, UV Printing, and CNC Rotary—all operated in-house for speed and quality.
At Aran Awards & Engraving, we invest in equipment that produces one thing reliably: clean results you can approve with confidence. From precision laser engraving to full-colour UV printing, large-format graphics, rotary/CNC engraving, and sublimation production, everything is produced in-house in Hamilton for speed, consistency, and repeatable quality.
Family-owned since 1969, we serve Hamilton, Ancaster, Dundas, Stoney Creek, Burlington, Oakville, Niagara, Brantford, Halton, and the GTA, with shipping across Canada where relevant. with modern production systems backed by experienced operators.
Laser engraving systems
Precision, Detail, and Speed.
Laser engraving is where precision and repeatability meet. We run dedicated laser systems so we can match the method to your material—wood, acrylic, glass, coated products, and metals that require permanent marking.
Trotec Speedy 400 CO2 Laser
What it’s best for
– Crisp engraving on wood, glass, and acrylic
– Clean detail for awards, signage, and gift work
– Consistent output for one-offs and production runs
Trotec Speedy 400 Flexx (CO2 + fibre capability)
Why it matters
This platform expands what we can do in-house—especially for engineered plastics and metals where permanent, legible marking is required.
What it’s best for
Fibre laser marking on metals (including stainless steel and aluminum)
Mixed-material jobs that need both CO2 and metal marking capability
High legibility for industrial identification and durable tags
UV Printing & Full Colour
Vibrant Brand Accuracy & Premium Finish.
When colour matters—logos, gradients, photographs, brand layouts—UV printing delivers a premium look directly on rigid surfaces with excellent detail and durability.
Roland LEF2-300 UV Printer
What it’s best for:
- Tactile and Braille signs and wayfinding.
- Direct-to-item printing on trophies, awards, and branded products.
- Vivid colour and fine detail for corporate recognition.
- Consistent output for repeat orders and branded programs.
Ideal projects: Corporate awards, donor gifts, promotional items, and signage elements where colour fidelity is non-negotiable.
Rotary/CNC Engraving & Diamond Drag
Classic Plates & Deep Metal Cutting.
Not every job calls for laser. Rotary/CNC and diamond drag engraving remain the gold standard for certain award plates, nameplates, and traditional metal engraving applications—especially where you want a classic, jewelry-like cut.
Upgraded Custom Rotary CNC / Diamond Drag (New)
What this upgrade improves:
- Strong fit for high-volume recognition programs and industrial identification where legibility must hold up in harsh environments., and signage elements where colour fidelity is non-negotiable.
- Better throughput and consistency for plate work and rotary engraving.
- Cleaner results on traditional engraving applications (brass, aluminum, gold).
- Large 16″ × 25″ engraving area for bigger panels.
- Deep engraving, and diamond drag on metals.
- Also used for plastics, wood, and glass signage.
- Braille Signage – we are a licensed Raster Braille Fabricator
Sublimation Printing
Sublimation is ideal when you need vibrant, durable colour transferred permanently into a coated surface—common for slate, metals, ceramics, and textiles.
- Epson F500 Printers (Two Units — New)
- Why adding two units matters:
- Higher throughput for large production runs.
- Improved colour consistency and repeatability across batches.
- Better scheduling flexibility when you’re up against a deadline.
- Heat Press Production
We control heat, pressure, and time in-house to produce consistent results for:
- Aluminum trophy plates and plaques.
- Slate photos and commemoratives.
- Custom mugs and drinkware.
- Polyester fabrics (towels, apparel-ready pieces).
Large-Format Signage, Banners, & Decals
Durable Graphics & Clean Installs.
For signage and graphics, large-format printing is about sharp edges, durable colour, and clean installs. We produce decals, stickers, labels, and banners to support businesses, events, and facility needs.
[H3] Roland VG54 Large Format Printer
What it’s best for:
- Decals, stickers, labels, and banners in a wide range of sizes.
- Consistent quality for both small and large projects.
- Fast turnaround when timelines are tight.
What This Equipment Enables For You
Choose a category to see our technology in action.
🏆 Awards & Trophies
Premium finishes, fast turnarounds.
🎁 Custom Engraving & Gifts
Wood, glass, acrylic, metal marking.
🏷️ Industrial Tags & Lamacoids
Durable, legible identification.
📛 Name Badges & Plates
Clean, repeatable branding.
🚩 Signs, Banners & Decals
Large-format production for events.
A Legacy of Trust
A family-owned business delivering quality and service since 1969.
Visit Us or Request a Quote
If you’re comparing vendors, this page should give you confidence in one key point: we produce in-house, with the equipment to handle both premium presentation and durable real-world requirements.
📍 Visit: 70 Unsworth Drive, Unit 8, Hamilton, ON L8W 3K4
📞 Call: (905) 388-8679
🚚 Service Area: Hamilton, Ancaster, Dundas, Stoney Creek, Burlington, Oakville, Niagara, Brantford, Halton, and the GTA, with shipping across Canada where relevant.
Bring Your Vision to Life
Whether it’s a single, perfect award or a large order for your entire organization, our team is ready to help. Contact us today to discuss your project and receive a free, no-obligation quote.
In-House Production Examples
Production-room and engraving photos showing Aran's equipment, process, and finished output.
