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How to choose a memorial plaque: materials, formats and durability
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To choose a memorial plaque it helps to weigh up four aspects: the material (it must withstand the weather for many years), the format and the place where it will be set, the technology linking it to the memorial (QR code, NFC or both) and how easy it is to install. A good plaque is, above all, durable: it is the object that will safeguard access to the memory over time.
Materials: what really lasts
A plaque destined to stay outdoors must endure rain, frost and sun without deteriorating. What counts is resistance to corrosion, colour stability and the engraving: a code engraved into the material lasts as long as the plaque, whereas a printed one can fade.
Aevi plaques are designed for outdoors and to last year after year, with the QR code laser-engraved for maximum durability.
Formats and where to place it
The choice of format depends on the place. A classic rectangular plaque suits a headstone or a memorial stone; a medallion fits onto smaller surfaces; a heart or a personalised object lends itself to a more intimate keepsake, even one to keep at home.
Before choosing, it is worth considering the space available, how visible the QR code will be for those who want to scan it, and the harmony with the existing monument.
QR, NFC or both
The plaque is the door to the memorial: how it opens that door matters. The QR code is visible and works with any camera; NFC activates by bringing the phone close and is more discreet. The safest solution is to use both technologies, so the memory opens for anyone.
Every Aevi plaque incorporates both the QR code and NFC. To understand the differences in detail, we have written a dedicated guide.
Installation and maintenance
A good plaque is installed without special tools and suits both indoors and outdoors. What happens afterwards also matters: if the object is damaged, it must be possible to replace it while keeping the same memorial.
With Aevi a replacement plaque links automatically to the existing memorial: the memory is not lost, only the object that leads to it changes.
How much it costs
The basic online memorial is free. Aevi plaques start from CHF 89, and the price includes the QR code, the NFC chip and the first year of memorial upkeep. Shipping within Switzerland is free for orders over CHF 100.
In other words, the initial cost is that of the physical object; the digital memory, at its basic level, is included.
Frequently asked questions
- Are the plaques suitable for outdoors?
- Yes. They are designed to withstand rain, sun and frost, with the QR code laser-engraved so that it does not fade over time.
- What happens if the plaque is damaged?
- You can request a replacement plaque: the new QR code and NFC chip are automatically associated with the existing memorial, without losing photos, biography or tributes.
- How much does an Aevi memorial plaque cost?
- Plaques start from CHF 89, a price that includes the QR code, NFC and the first year of service. Shipping within Switzerland is free over CHF 100.
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