Engraving in Kennesaw since 1987
Custom Phenolic Labels produces engraved labels, tags, nameplates, and legend plates in Kennesaw, Georgia. We work from your approved equipment names, panel schedules, and label lists, with material, color, size, and mounting specified for the installation. Orders can be collected locally or shipped to your project.
Where Custom Phenolic Labels Came From
Phenolic labels originated from the need for permanent and reliable labeling in industrial settings. Traditional labels would fade or peel under harsh conditions, so phenolic materials were developed to provide engraved, long-lasting markings that remain readable for years.
Send the approved text, quantities, dimensions, colors, and mounting requirements with your quote request. We confirm production details before engraving; engineering approval and code interpretation remain with your project designer and authority having jurisdiction.
What Custom Phenolic Labels Produce
Custom Phenolic Labels manufactures eight engraved identification product lines for electrical, industrial, and commercial applications.
Bakelite Labels
Heavy-duty engraved identification for high-temperature and chemically exposed environments where standard phenolic stock is insufficient.
Lamacoid Tags
Multi-layer engraved plastic identification used in electrical, utility, and legacy systems with high-contrast readability.
Legend Plates
Engraved identification for switches, push buttons, controls, and industrial panels requiring precise operator labeling.
Phenolic labels
Two-ply engraved laminate for electrical panels, switchgear, disconnects, and equipment identification. Non-conductive, heat-resistant, and UV-stable.
Phenolic Nameplates
Precision-engraved data plates for machinery and equipment, including serial numbers, model information, and regulatory markings.
Phenolic Panels
Control panel overlays, deadfront panels, and phenolic faceplates for industrial automation, controls, and instrumentation applications.
Phenolic Tags
Identification for valves, piping, cables, and industrial assets. Available with pre-drilled holes, wire attachments, and custom shapes.
Solar PV Labels
NEC 690-compliant photovoltaic system identification including rapid shutdown signage, DC disconnect labels, and inverter identification.
Industry Solutions
Electrical Contractors
Panel schedules, disconnect labels, voltage identification, and equipment ID tags for electrical contractors and electrical construction projects.
HVAC & Mechanical
Unit identification labels, mechanical controls, service panels, and equipment nameplates for HVAC contractors and mechanical systems.
Data Centers
Server rack labels, cable identification tags, electrical room nameplates, and infrastructure labeling for data center facilities and colocation providers.
Industrial Automation
Control panel overlays, equipment labels, and identification plates for industrial automation, PLC systems, and manufacturing controls.
Industrial Automation Labels →
Solar & Renewable Energy
Solar PV warning labels, outdoor-rated identification, and NEC-compliant labeling for solar farms, renewable energy installations, and utility-scale projects.
Renewable Energy Labels →
Facility & Asset Labeling
Rack labels, bin identification, asset tags, and commercial equipment plates for warehousing, logistics, and facility management operations.
Facility & Asset Labeling →
The People Behind the Operation
Burton J. Wheeler is the owner of Custom Phenolic Labels and the second-generation operator of Mike’s Trophies & Awards of Atlanta. Burton manages production, customer relationships, and quality control across every order that leaves the Kennesaw facility. His experience includes hands-on work with rotary engraving equipment, phenolic and lamacoid materials, and the identification standards that electrical contractors and industrial facilities rely on.
Mike Wheeler founded the business in 1987 and established the production systems, material specialization, and customer relationships that Custom Phenolic Labels operates on today. Reviewers have named both Mike and Burton by name across 38 years of Google reviews, a record that reflects consistent personal accountability at every stage of the operation.
What Makes Custom Phenolic Labels Different
38 years of specialized engraving experience. Custom Phenolic Labels has produced electrical and industrial identification since 1987. That depth covers every major shift in electrical code, labeling standards, and substrate technology. It is not something a newer supplier can replicate.
In-house production on every order. Every label is engraved at the Kennesaw facility with no outsourcing. In-house control means consistent quality, faster turnaround, and same-day rush capability when job sites cannot wait.
Material expertise across eight product lines. The production team works with phenolic, lamacoid, bakelite, and specialty industrial substrates. Matching the right material to each application is a depth of knowledge most label suppliers do not have.
Code compliance on every product. CPL produces identification formatted to NEC, OSHA, and ANSI standards. Electrical contractors and facility managers order knowing the labels arrive ready for inspection.
Direct owner involvement. Customers reach the team that produces their order. That accountability is reflected in a 5.0-star Google rating across 175 reviews, with consistent themes of accuracy on specifications, on-time delivery, and quality that holds in the field.
Where the Business Is Headed
Custom Phenolic Labels is expanding its national footprint in industries that require durable, code-compliant identification and lack access to a supplier with CPL’s depth of production experience.
Solar PV labeling is a growing segment as commercial and utility solar expands across the Southwest, Texas, and the Southeast. NEC 690 compliance requirements create specific identification demand that the production team is positioned to serve at scale.
Data center infrastructure labeling represents a parallel area of national growth. Operators in major data center markets require electrical panel identification and cabinet labeling that meets both NEC requirements and internal asset management standards.
The production model remains unchanged. All products are engraved in-house in Kennesaw, Georgia, by the team that answers the phone.
Start Your Order
Custom Phenolic Labels produces engraved identification for projects of any size, from a single replacement nameplate to a full-facility labeling package.
Submit specifications at CustomPhenolicLabels.com, call the production team at 404-618-8165, or contact us via our contact form or get a quote below. The team reviews every inquiry and responds with lead time, pricing, and material recommendations before production begins.
National shipping available. Same-day rush production offered when required.
165+ 5-Star Google Reviews
Mike was a straight up and down guy. Meaning he’s professional and a nice person. I will do business with him again soon.
I am extremely happy I found Mike’s Trophies! I provided him with some water bottles for the volleyball team and he was extremely helpful in etching names on each one. He was very quick with the work and easy to communicate with. His prices are reasonable and much better than the few other places I had called. I am already thinking of what other work I might need him to do. He will be my first call for trophies, etching and engraving. Thank you!
I was in need of an award last minute. Mike’s Trophies & Awards was able to work with me and create a beautiful plaque within 24 hours. Will definitely use them again. Thank you Mike and Team!
Mike’s Trophies is truly the go-to place for specialized, custom-crafted trophies and awards. 🏆 The quality of their work is outstanding, and they consistently bring our vision to life with precision and creativity.
Mike’s Trophies is always a pleasure to work with! They’re incredibly responsive, fast, and very helpful with every order. No matter the request, they make sure everything is done right and on time. Highly recommend them for all your awards and engraving needs!
Super fast turn around on a custom order. Great job on verifying positioning on labels and even made suggestions for a better end result. I will definitely go to this business for all my sign/label needs in the future. This is truly some of the best customer service I’ve had for this type of business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Custom Phenolic Labels is the dedicated industrial engraving division of Mike’s Trophies & Awards of Atlanta. Both operate from the same Kennesaw, Georgia facility under the ownership of Burton J. Wheeler. Custom Phenolic Labels was created to focus exclusively on electrical, industrial, and commercial labeling applications, while the parent company continues to serve the awards and recognition market. The 38-year track record and 5.0-star Google rating reflect the combined performance of both brands.
Custom Phenolic Labels draws on 38 years of engraving expertise through its parent company, Mike’s Trophies & Awards of Atlanta, which was founded by Mike Wheeler in 1987. The industrial labeling division was established to serve the specific needs of electrical contractors, facility managers, and commercial construction projects that require precision-engraved identification.
Yes. Custom Phenolic Labels ships engraved labels, tags, and nameplates to job sites, offices, and warehouses across all 50 U.S. states. Blind shipping for resellers is available at no additional charge. See full shipping details at /shipping-returns.
Custom Phenolic Labels serves electrical contractors, solar installers, data center operators, facility managers, industrial manufacturers, mechanical contractors, and commercial construction firms. Products include panel labels, disconnect tags, equipment nameplates, valve tags, safety signage, and serialized asset tags. Every label is engraved in-house at the Kennesaw, Georgia facility.
Yes. Custom Phenolic Labels offers same-day rush production for time-critical inspections, punch list deadlines, and commissioning schedules when capacity allows. Multiple customer reviews specifically cite same-day turnaround and after-hours pickup as distinguishing features of the business. Contact Custom Phenolic Labels at 404-618-8165 to discuss rush availability.
Burton J. Wheeler is the Owner of Custom Phenolic Labels and Mike’s Trophies & Awards of Atlanta. Burton is the second-generation owner, having taken over the business from his father Mike Wheeler, who founded the company in 1987. Burton oversees all production, quality control, and client communication.
Our Kennesaw shop
Custom Phenolic Labels is the engraving division of Mike's Trophies & Awards. These existing shop photographs show the shared storefront and awards display, not a documented industrial installation.
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Send your specs, label list, or panel schedule. Most quotes go out within one business day, call for same-day rush production.
Kennesaw, GA 30144
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