Retirement plaques
Retirement plaques that condense years of shared work into a single gesture. Each model is made from sober materials such as FSC-certified wood, post-consumer recycled plastic or % recycled steel, selected for their mechanical properties, dimensional stability and compatibility with direct printing techniques.
To personalize retirement plaques, we use two technical methods:
- Laser engraving works by oxidation, creating a slight texture and revealing the underlying color of the material. It doesn't allow color control but offers great definition for text and fine lines.
- Full-color UV printing applies ink directly onto the surface, allows four-color printing and offers full color control, with no relief or tactile variations.
The collection combines square and rectangular formats, such as classic DIN plaques, with models that introduce more subtle variations. GEM or PERGAMINE, for example, add folds or diagonal cuts that break symmetry. Others, like SUNSET or PAI PAI, opt for softer, more enveloping contours. This variety allows each piece to adapt to the tone of the event, from formal ceremonies to more personal, shared farewells.
Retirement is a moment that marks the end of a complete chapter. Honouring it with a retirement plaque made with aesthetic intention and recycled materials reflects the same values that have shaped that journey.
FAQ about Retirement plaques
We’re celebrating several retirements together – can we personalize each retirement plaque individually?
Absolutely. You can upload a .zip file with all the texts directly in the Design section of the configurator.
If you prefer us to handle the layout, just use the comment field in that same section to specify names, messages or any other instructions.
What’s the difference between laser engraving and UV printing on retirement plaques?
Laser engraving chemically reacts with the surface of the material, creating a slightly textured mark in the material’s natural tone. It doesn’t allow for color control, but offers a clean, sober and precise result—ideal for text-based designs without complex graphics.
UV printing, on the other hand, applies full-color ink directly onto the surface, enabling photorealistic quality and full color accuracy. It’s the recommended option when the retirement plaque includes logos or graphic elements that need to match your organization’s branding.
What kind of text can I include on a retirement plaque?
You can visit our blog post on retirement messages to see real examples of messages, phrases and templates.
It will help you define the tone and content of your message depending on the context and relationship.
Can I add a logo to the retirement plaque in addition to text?
Yes. With UV printing, we can apply the logo in flat full-color (photographic quality) with high color accuracy.
With laser engraving, the result has a slight relief and displays the tone naturally generated by the laser’s reaction with the material surface.
If you have any doubts, we’ll advise you once we receive your logo or brand book.
How can I personalize a retirement plaque?
All our plaques can be customized directly in the product configurator: you can choose the model, printing method, text, logo and other details.
To see how it works, check out the tutorial at this link.







