• 5 Cam Centre, Wilbury Way, Hitchin, Herts. SG4 0TW

ABOUT TC DARBY

We are industrial engravers and screen-printers with over 45 years of experience. Originally from St Albans, we have been based in Hitchin for 8 years.

Our expertise covers a vast range of processes, from industrial labelling, to engraved nameplates, identification labels, engraved plaques and security labels.

We are specialists in industrial engraving, CNC and laser engraving, screen printing, pad print and digital printing and have many years’ experience in branding and personalisation for the corporate merchandise sector and the promotional merchandise industry.

We pride ourselves on our production quality, as well as our ability to meet even the shortest deadlines. With experience of working with a vast range of materials, we are confident that our pricing is extremely competitive.

Our digital UV printer can print directly onto most objects, flat or rounded, to give a professional branded finish, as well as a distinguished personalised touch.

COMPANY HISTORY

1966

Humble beginnings

Company founded by Terry Campbell Darby
1977

New Director

Our current Director, Graham, joins the company as an engraver, bringing previous experience to the team.
2000

Screen Printing Growth

Screen Printing department grows with Sindy, with lots of knowledge of the process and how to achieve high quality prints consistently
2011

CNC Department Growth

CNC department grows with the Gravograph IS8000 XP allowing us to produce multiple engraved labels more efficiently. With increased production, it became easier to meet required deadlines with a high level of precision.
2016

The Big Move

Moved from St Albans to our Unit in Hitchin, giving us more space and new customers within our own industrial estate.
2018

Going Digital with Alex

Our digital team gets an addition with Alex, bringing with him previous knowledge of graphic design to enhance our vinyl and digital printing department.
2019

Digital Department Growth

Our digital department grows with the addition of our Mimaki UJF6042 UV Flatbead printer, allowing us to print high quality full colour images on flat and rounded surfaces.
2021

Laser Engraving Department Growth

Laser Engraving department grows with the new Fiber laser making short work of long engraving jobs with clinical precision.
2022

Website Launch

New Website Comes Online