Oil, coolant & cleaning agents
Nextep answerCompact labels selected by substrate, adhesive and face material
Machinery, Automation & Robotics
Application-led identification. Engineered components.
For machinery builders, automation integrators and robotics OEMs.
Discuss your application →WHERE NEXTEP FITS
Made for what the product has to withstand.
Identification and engineered parts for intelligent equipment. We start with the application, then align material, construction and process to the performance requirement.
Industrial machineryAutomation panelsRobotics & motionHMI & interfacesSensors & motors
FROM CHALLENGE TO SOLUTION
How Nextep responds.
Operator interface
Nextep answerPolycarbonate overlays and keypad graphics
Cabinet protection
Nextep answerGaskets, foam seals and insulation barriers
Service identification
Nextep answerWire markers, sleeves, tags and flags
Critical checks
- Oil, coolants and cleaning
- Moving axes and abrasion
- Serviceable cable identification
Typical Nextep solutions
- Equipment ID & nameplates
- HMI overlays
- Precision die-cut parts
- Wire & cable ID
ENGINEERING, NOT GUESSWORK
From application definition to revision-controlled repeat supply.
Our in-house print, lamination, die-cutting, slitting and inspection processes are coordinated around your specified product.
Explore the portfolio →BEFORE WE QUOTE
Questions we will ask about your Machinery, Automation & Robotics application.
Every segment has its own deciding factors. Have these answers ready and we can recommend the right construction faster.
Answer these in an enquiry →- Which oils, coolants or cleaning agents contact the label?
- What is the surface (powder coat, aluminium, plastic, glass)?
- Do you need an operator overlay, keypad or display window?
- Is backlighting or a specific key feel required?
- What sealing level do enclosures need (gaskets, foam seals)?
- Do cables flex or move, and what is the bend radius?
HOW WE WORK ON YOUR PROGRAM
From first drawing to repeat supply.
- 1
Understand the machine environment
Coolants, chips, washdown, heat and handling.
- 2
Review the interface design
Overlay layout, windows, backlight and key feel.
- 3
Pilot set
Labels and overlays made and fitted on a real machine.
- 4
Field trial
Parts kept in service to confirm adhesion and legibility.
- 5
Series supply
Approved parts delivered consistently for your build rate.
QUESTIONS
Machinery, Automation & Robotics: common questions.
Which labels last on machines exposed to oils, coolants and cleaning agents?
Compact labels with face material and adhesive chosen against your fluids, temperature and surface, then sample-tested on your machine.
Can you make custom operator overlays and keypad graphics?
Yes. Polycarbonate overlays and membrane keypad graphics are printed to your layout, with windows, backlight areas and tactile keys as the design needs.
Do you supply safety and warning decals for machine guarding?
Yes. Warning decals are produced to your artwork, symbols and colours, in constructions suited to the surface and wear.
What suits cables on moving robots and axes?
Tags, sleeves and markers selected for bend radius, movement and temperature so they stay attached and readable.
Can rating plates carry our own data fields?
Yes. Rating plates and nameplates carry the data fields and serial numbers you specify.
EXPLORE MORE
Other industries we serve.
QUALITY & APPROVALS
Built to recognised quality systems.
Nextep works to recognised quality systems across industrial, automotive and aerospace programs. Ask us to confirm the scope that applies to your part.
NEXT STEP
Let’s frame the right specification.
Share your substrate, environment and lifecycle requirement with our team.