About us

About Southern United Ltd

70 years of experience in the printing industry

A UK-based label manufacturer, combining traditional and modern technology, we strive to provide our customers with expert advice & cutting-edge label solutions that meet your unique requirements. 

Leaders in our field
  • Years of experience
  • Personalised & compliant label solutions
  • Outstanding customer service
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Email us

sales@sunited.co.uk

Call us

01273 418636

Opening Times

8:30 – 16:30

location

Portslade, East Sussex

our vision

Become your preferred supplier

We are committed to becoming your go-to destination for your high-quality industrial labels & nameplates. We are continuously investing in our staff & in-house manufacturing capabilities to provide our clients with exceptional service.

about us
Professional Expertise

A long established UK-based label manufacturer of custom Industrial Labels & Nameplates.

Quality compliance

ISO9001 & AS9100 certified. Committed to manufacturing fully compliant labels & nameplates.

About our Stocked Materials & Onsite Production Capabilities

A wide range of materials available with many printing options

Whether you are in the Aerospace, Medical, Manufacturing, or any other industries, we have the expertise and technology resources to produce industrial labels & nameplates that withstand challenging environments and deliver outstanding performance.

About our Plastic Printing Techniques

Specialist Plastic Materials
Digital printing is a modern printing method that involves transferring digital images directly onto various media, such as polyester, polycarbonate, vinyl, and more.
  • Cost-Effective for Short Runs
  • Quick Turnaround Times
  • High-Quality Print Finish
  • Reduced Waste
  • Flexibility with Materials
Screen printing is a printing technique that involves passing ink through a mesh screen onto a substrate to create your specific design. From its ability to produce superior print quality and match specific colours to its cost-effectiveness for large-scale projects, screen printing continues to offer a reliable and versatile printing method.
  • Superior Print Quality
  • Cost-Effective for Bulk Production
  • High Material Compatibility
  • Colour Matching
Thermal printing uses heat to create a design on heat-sensitive material. This simple process allows our thermal printers to produce high-quality prints at an incredibly fast pace.
  • High-Quality Prints
  • Environmentally friendly
  • Quick turnaround times
Hot foil printing uses heat, pressure, and coloured foils to create designs on various materials. It involves a custom metal die with your design, which is heated and pressed on to the material.
  • Versatility – can be applied to a variety of materials
  • Durability
  • Excellent Branding Opportunity
  • Aluminium Foil
Engraving involves etching designs or text onto various types of plastic sheets. Engraved plastic plates find their place in manufacturing, electrical, and mechanical industries.
  • Durable & Weather Resistant
  • A wide range of design possibilities
  • Industrial Applications

About our Metal Printing Techniques

Specialist Metals
  • Aluminium – Aerospace & Commercial grades
  • Stainless Steel
  • Brass
  • Aluminium Foil
Your parts receive a protective oxide layer on the surface of Aluminium. The process will enhance the metal’s resistance to corrosion and wear but also provides an excellent base for dyeing or printing the surface.
  • Corrosion resistance
  • Durability & Wear Resistance
  • Electrical Insulation
Screen printing is a printing technique that involves passing ink through a mesh screen onto a substrate to create your specific design. From its ability to produce superior print quality and match specific colours to its cost-effectiveness for large-scale projects, screen printing continues to offer a reliable and versatile printing method.
  • Superior Print Quality
  • Cost-Effective for Bulk Production
  • High Material Compatibility
  • Colour Matching
Chemical Etching is a manufacturing process that uses chemicals to selectively remove material from a metal sheet. Chemical etching works with various materials, including Aluminium, Brass, and Stainless Steel.
  • Precision
  • Cost-Effective
  • Versatility
FAQ

Frequently asked Questions

Our Drawing Office team can work from a sketch of a label/nameplate. Please note that we are unable to produce an artwork until an order is processed.

You will generally receive an official quotation the same day of your price enquiry, however it can vary depending on the complexity & size of the project.

We are unable to send you a sample in your own design, however, we can send something similar to the product you are looking for.

We can provide you with a AS9102 First Article report, often required by our clients in the Aerospace & MOD industry.

Why choose us?

Extensive range of labelling solutions

With our long printing experience using premium materials, choose Southern United for long-lasting label solutions. Our dedicated team of label professionals is always on hand to advise you on the most suitable label option.