Johnsons Engravers (Now also trading as JEL Signs) was founded in Leeds in 1883 by Harry J. Johnson, a master engraver who originally came from Birmingham. The firm prospered, and Harry Johnson worked in it himself until he reached a considerable age. His two partners then took over and their descendents still run the firm today.

This continuity ensures that Harry Johnson's emphasis on quality, service and craftsmanship is consistently maintained. The quality lies in stylish and meticulous engraving to exacting standards; the service lies in prompt delivery at competitive prices with all work guaranteed; and the craft skills are aquired through training and years of experience.

While keeping its traditional strengths Johnsons has never failed to keep abreast of current developments in technology. Every advantage that computerised production, guided and by skilled engravers and sign makers can offer has been taken, and the most up-to-date machinery has been installed. Yet our non-computerised craftsmanship still flourishes, particularly in the engraving of dies and moulds, where Johnsons' work has an outstanding reputation.