Cap badges are perhaps the most distinctive and recognizable aspect of a military uniform. William Scully Ltd. has supplied badges to the Canadian Armed Forces since 1877. We offer a wide range of metal cap badges; stamped brass, one piece or multiple, coloured with vitreous enamel or epoxy, plated in a wide variety of finishes – nickel, silver, and gold.
Design and Conceptualization: Like any other products, cap badges go through a process of design and conceptualization before they are produced. This stage is the initial phase of manufacturing, where the cap badge design is conceptualized and developed. The design process may include research on historical designs, military traditions, and other factors. William Scully Ltd has a long history of working with military regiments to create unique designs.
Material Selection: After the cap badges design is finalized, the next step is to select the appropriate materials for the badge. The most common material used to make cap badges is brass. Metal badges are typically made from brass or copper. The choice of material will depend on the level of detail required and the final finish of the badge, as well as on the intended use and the level of durability required.
Manufacturing: This step involves relief-die stamping. Metal badges are typically stamped with relief-dies. The manufacturing process will depend on the level of detail required and the final finish of the badge.
Polishing and Plating: After the badge is formed, it is then polished to remove any rough edges or surface imperfections. Metal badges are then plated with a variety of metals, such as gold, silver, nickel, or other alloys. This process can be done through electroplating, which is a process that uses electricity to deposit a thin layer of metal onto the surface of the badge. The plating process is done with precision to ensure that the final finish is of the highest quality and that the badge is durable enough to withstand wear and tear.
Decorating and Embellishing: This can involve enamelling, engraving, or other types of surface treatments. This step can be done by hand or by using specialized machines. The final finish of the badge is crucial to its appearance and durability.
Quality Control: Finally, before being packaged and shipped, all badges go through a thorough quality control process.