Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Engraving & Signage Solutions
United Engraving is a small company with significant capabilities, backed by decades of professional experience in creating customized dimensional products for interior and exterior environmental signage. Established in 1930, we have evolved from our origins in engraving machined parts to become a trusted resource for commercial and individual clients across the greater Milwaukee metropolitan area and Southeastern Wisconsin. Our expertise spans CNC routed signs, engraved stainless steel, custom wood shapes, and decorative panels for commercial real estate spaces. We serve a diverse clientele including freelance artists, design studios, advertising agencies, and manufacturers, helping them execute their visions through precision craftsmanship. Current owners Bill Hesiak and Tom Masnica acquired the company in 1991, expanding our offerings to include large-scale projects using materials up to 5'x10'.Our team specializes in transforming creative concepts into high-quality signage and decorative elements using advanced CNC routing technology. We pride ourselves on timely service, technical expertise, and a commitment to quality work across materials like MDO plywood, PVC, aluminum, and stainless steel. Our facility in Waukesha, Wisconsin, operates with a focus on innovation while maintaining the craftsmanship that has defined our business for over nine decades. We welcome challenging projects and maintain open communication with clients through every stage of production. Contact us directly to discuss your custom signage or decorative panel needs and discover how our experience can benefit your next project.
Services
CNC Metal Engraving
Wood Decorative Panels
Custom Wood Shapes
Stainless Steel Engraving
PVC Material Cutting
Aluminum Sheet Metal Work
MDO Plywood Routing
Machine Control Panels
Safety Signage
Dimensional Letters
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- We offer over 90 years of engraving expertise since 1930
- Our CNC routers handle materials up to 5'x10' for large projects
- We serve diverse industries including design studios and manufacturers
- Our team includes owners with 30+ years of operational experience
- We specialize in dimensional signage for both interior and exterior applications
Services
CNC Metal Engraving
Our CNC metal engraving service transforms designs into precise, durable markings on aluminum and stainless steel surfaces. Ideal for nameplates, control panels, and industrial equipment identification, this process ensures permanent, high-accuracy results. Clients benefit from our decades of experience in creating professional-grade metal engravings that withstand demanding environments.
Custom Wood Shapes
We create custom wood shapes using advanced CNC routing technology for architectural elements and decorative applications. This service works with MDO plywood and other wood composites to produce dimensional signs and interior design components. Our capabilities include intricate patterns and large-format cuts up to 5'x10' for commercial projects.
Decorative Panels
Our decorative panel service produces custom interior and exterior wall elements with dimensional designs and patterns. Using CNC routing, we create textured surfaces in materials like PVC, wood, and aluminum. These panels enhance commercial spaces with unique visual elements while maintaining structural durability for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Dimensional Letters
We manufacture dimensional letters for signage applications using metal, wood, and synthetic materials. This service creates raised lettering with precise detailing for building signs, wayfinding systems, and brand installations. Our process ensures consistent quality and accurate reproduction of custom typography for high-impact visual communication.
Safety Signage
Our safety signage solutions provide durable, code-compliant visual communication for industrial and commercial environments. Using engraved metal and printed materials, we create warning signs, instructional graphics, and compliance markers. These signs maintain legibility under harsh conditions while meeting industry-specific safety standards for workplace environments.
People
Bill Hesiak
Co-Owner
Bill Hesiak has co-owned United Engraving since 1991, bringing over three decades of leadership in custom signage and engraving solutions. His expertise in CNC routing technology and material fabrication supports the company's expansion into large-format projects.
Tom Masnica
Co-Owner
Tom Masnica, co-owner since 1991, specializes in translating client concepts into dimensional signage solutions. With deep industry knowledge, he oversees project execution from design to fabrication, ensuring technical precision meets creative vision for commercial clients across Southeastern Wisconsin.
Questions
What materials can you work with for custom signage?
We handle stainless steel, aluminum, wood, MDO plywood, PVC, and composite materials for both interior and exterior signage applications.
Do you create large-format signage?
Yes, our CNC routers accommodate materials up to 5'x10' for large-scale signage and decorative panel projects.
What industries do you serve?
We work with advertising agencies, design studios, manufacturers, and commercial real estate clients needing custom signage solutions.
Can you recreate complex design patterns?
Our CNC technology precisely reproduces intricate patterns, corporate logos, and custom typography in multiple material types.
How do you handle project consultations?
Contact owners Bill or Tom directly to discuss project requirements, material options, and production timelines for custom quotes.
What's your production capacity?
We handle both small custom orders and large commercial projects with our in-house CNC routing and engraving capabilities.
