People who work in various manufacturing industries know that model and serial plates are actually very important to any business. These rather small and somewhat simple plates often go unnoticed by a lot of people. What these individuals do not know however is that these plates actually play a huge role in certain situations.
These small metal tags are often used for servicing, replacement and returns, should there be something wrong with the item. These are also used for inventory purposes and for identifying a particular make and model when repairs are necessary or part replacements are needed. The information found on these plates can make pairing items with necessary parts easier, which can result in faster repairs.
These model and serial plates are often attached to the item in question with the use of adhesives, screws or rivets. The method of adhesion is often dependent on where these are attached and what item it is being attached to. The method of adhesion is also dependent on the material used for making the plate as well as the material and use of the item the plate is identifying. For example, if the product this plate is attached to is an oven or a stove, chances are, the plate will be screwed or riveted on since an adhesive may melt should the item heat up.
Models and serial number plates are also used by manufacturers to help people identify products that belong to a particular brand. Some companies have really good products and imitation is sometimes a problem they face. Customers may sometimes find themselves dealing with a product that may be a fake because of this. In order to ensure that they are getting the real deal, customers can check out the metal plates attached to these items. Companies often post examples of their serial codes online or mail these to those who ask for them to help customers ensure that they are indeed getting authentic products and parts.
Aside from protecting a product’s integrity, these serial number plates and model plates are also used for warranty purposes. If you purchased an item that has a warranty or guarantee on it, you will most likely be asked to register the model and serial number of your item in order for this to be eligible for free repairs and parts for a set period of time. The serial number of your item will also be used when repeat repairs are made so that manufacturers can keep track of the issues that come with your particular model and find out if this is common across all items that are of the same type or design.