Celebrating Leo Dudek’s 49 Years at Design Mark

After nearly five decades of dedication, craftsmanship, and commitment to quality, Leo Dudek is retiring from Design Mark after 49 years with the company. His career reflects not only the evolution of industrial printing and color matching technology, but also the people and culture that continue to define Design Mark today.  Leo began his journey…

ITAR Supplier: What Defense Buyers Want in UI Labels

ITAR Supplier: What Defense Buyers Want in UI Labels  Defense and aerospace companies need reliable suppliers. When they choose an ITAR supplier, they want to ensure the company protects sensitive information. They also want it to follow quality standards and produce dependable products.  For membrane switches, overlays, faceplates, and equipment labels, buyers rely on quality, security,…

Military Graphic Overlays for Low-Light Controls

Military and aerospace teams often work in dark, dim, or high-stress settings. Operators must read controls fast and act with confidence. Military graphic overlays help make this possible.    A graphic overlay is the top layer of a control panel or user interface. It shows text, icons, symbols, buttons, windows, and warning areas. In military and aerospace…

Shielded Membrane Switches for EMI & ESD

Shielded membrane switches help military and aerospace systems operate reliably in demanding environments. Engineers design them to block electrical noise (EMI) and manage static electricity (ESD). This protection keeps interface controls working as expected. It reduces the risk of false inputs, signal issues, and system failures in mission-critical HMI applications. These challenges are common in…