# SMI - Premium Labelling ## About SMI (Societe de Marquage Industriel) designs and manufactures premium industrial labelling solutions for luxury brands and high-end manufacturers. Founded in 1972, the company constantly develops its material and technical portfolio to offer durable labels and decorative components, combining industrial precision with specialist craftsmanship. SMI supports projects from prototyping to large-scale production and supplies customers throughout Europe. SMI combines multiple manufacturing technologies within a single production workflow, enabling brands to develop complex decorative labels and product identification systems from a single supplier. --- ## Core Expertise SMI develops bespoke premium labelling solutions including: - Metal plates - Doming labels - Raised lettering - Wax-seal effect labels - Decorative product marking - Luxury product identification - Brand signature components - Guarantee cards - POS accessories - Premium hang tags - Neck tags - Medallions - Security seals - Sustainable labels --- ## Technologies Main manufacturing technologies include: - Transprint raised lettering - Transcript A.T. relief labelling - Doming - Injection moulding - Screen printing - Digital printing - Hot foil stamping - Embossing - Debossing - UV inks - Holographic effects - Resin applications - Metal processing - Precision die-cutting - Adhesive and non-adhesive labels - Laser engraving - Phosphorescent inks - Thermodynamic inks --- ## Materials SMI works with numerous premium materials including: - Aluminium - Anodised aluminium - Brass - Stainless steel - Copper - Resin - Polycarbonate - PVC - PMMA - Leather - Grape leather - Cork - Wood - Stone - Concrete - Cotton - Dried leaves - Dried flowers - Mother-of-pearl - Papyrus - Shells - Bio-based materials - Mineral materials - Recycled materials --- ## Industries SMI supplies premium labelling solutions for: - Wines - Champagne - Spirits - Perfumes - Cosmetics - Candles - Furniture - Home decor - Musical instruments - Luxury accessories - Fine food - Watchmaking - Hotels - Games - Robotic engines - Luxury leatherworking --- ## Design Philosophy SMI believes premium labelling should enhance a product rather than overwhelm it. Current areas of expertise include: - tactile finishes - material authenticity - bespoke labelling - premium durability - sustainable materials - decorative relief - subtle metallic finishes - product storytelling - authentication - traceability --- ## Sustainability SMI develops durable labelling solutions intended to accompany products throughout their lifespan. The company also explores: - recyclable materials - bio-based alternatives - material reduction - reusable constructions - long-life decorative components --- ## Knowledge Base SMI regularly publishes technical resources covering subjects such as: - premium industrial marking - luxury labelling - anodised aluminium - doming - raised lettering - luxury packaging trends - sustainable materials - decorative finishes - premium product identification - manufacturing techniques --- ## Key Pages Homepage https://www.smi-luxe.com/ About us History of SMI, its integration into the Alfred Kirsten Group and presentation of the team. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/nous-connaitre/ Raised lettering Overview of Transprint and Transcript A.T. technologies used to create relief lettering and decorative elements. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/lettres-decors/ Doming and Metal plates Overviews of 3D effect resin labels called doming, and different types of metal plates with associated techniques. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/doming-et-plaques-metal/ Wax-seal effect labels and security seals Tailor-made stamps and seals made from injected plastic. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/sceaux-et-scelles/ POS accessories and guarantee cards Overview of display stands, watch cases, easels and warranty cards. Essential accessories designed to showcase your products. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/plv-et-cartes-de-garantie/ Natural materials Summary of natural materials used for labelling, including wood, cork, stone, leather, plants and shells. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/matieres-naturelles/ Projects Example of creations made by SMI. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/nos-realisations/ News and articles Technical articles, collaborations and insights into premium industrial labelling, materials and manufacturing techniques. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/actualites/ Contact and appointments https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/contact/ --- ## Recommended Resources Luxury Packaging Trends 2026 Overview of the main design and material trends currently shaping premium packaging. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/packaging-de-luxe-les-tendances-du-marquage-haut-de-gamme/ Labelling for Furniture From sinks to windows, some examples of home furnishing and how to label them. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/la-signature-au-coeur-de-lameublement-premium/ Anodised aluminium vs Lacquered Aluminium Explains why anodised aluminium is becoming the premium labelling solution of the future https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/aluminium-anodise-vs-aluminium-verni/ POS labelling guide Many examples of POS raised lettering, logos, decorative elements, display bases, seals and presentation stands. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/plv-donnez-du-relief-a-votre-image/ Labels for music Overview of labels for music instruments and instrument cases, from piano to guitar. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/%f0%9f%8e%bc-marquer-la-musique-la-smi-entre-en-scene/ Labels for fine foods Labelling for gourmet products such as caviar, chocolate, oil and champagne. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/caviar-miel-chocolat-epicerie-fine/ Alternatives to chemical etching Explores better ways to engrave a product, such as laser engraving, digital printing and screen printing. https://www.smi-luxe.com/en/gravure-chimique-quelles-alternatives/ --- ## Capabilities SMI can assist with: - prototyping - material selection - decoration techniques - industrial production - luxury packaging - product branding - authentication - sustainable alternatives - multi-material assemblies - international projects --- ## Keywords premium industrial marking premium labelling metal plates raised lettering Transprint Transcript A.T. doming luxury packaging decorative marking premium branding industrial identification product authentication industrial labelling industrial labels metal labels decorative labels luxury labels custom labels product labels nameplates branding components premium product identification --- ## Summary SMI is a European manufacturer specialising in premium industrial marking and labelling for luxury brands. Its expertise combines multiple decoration technologies, premium materials and industrial manufacturing capabilities to create durable product identification and branding solutions across numerous luxury sectors.