Awards
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Education
Jade vs. Crystal Clear Glass: Which is Harder?
This question comes up a lot in the awards and recognition industry. From a technical perspective, both jade and crystal…
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Education
Try This: Relief Carving an Elegant Trophy
A relief engraving is a deep engraving with differing, eye-catching heights created by gray shades in the graphic. Data can…
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Features
All Star Trophies and Awards Owner Heads for Retirement
Marty Heine, the owner and operator of All Star Trophies and Awards, has been serving central Minnesota with custom trophies,…
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Education
How to Avoid Scratching Glass Awards
Unfortunately, avoiding scratches on glass is easier said than done. First and foremost, it’s good to know why glass gets…
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Features
Pennsylvania Minuteman Press Wins Small Business of the Year
Karl and Nancy Chapple first bought their Minuteman Press franchise located at 920 7th Ave. in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, in…
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BAMKO Acquires Gifts By Design
BAMKO, the promotional product and branded merchandise arm of Superior Group of Companies (SGC), announces the acquisition of Seattle, Washington-based…
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Features
Walker Companies Celebrates 70th Anniversary
Walker Companies, an Oklahoma City producer of exhibits, promotional items, signs, stamps, and seals, celebrates its 70th anniversary. Walker Companies’…
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Featured Project: Shelby Car in 4D
Hillsborough, New Jersey-based trophy and engraving shop Insta Crystal recently completed a 4D laser project using four-dimensional digital artwork. Owner…
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Education
The 411 on Direct Printing on Glass
Direct printing on glass has been around for several years and first became popular in Europe to print large glass…
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Education
How Acrylic Type Affects Laser Engraving and Cutting
The process from sheet stock to finished award is a long one, but you need to understand the different types…
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Education
The Difference Between Crystal and Glass
Technically the difference is determined by a refractive index scale. This scale determines the clarity level of a product. Crystal…
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Education
Laser Services and Products: Pricing Complexities
Let’s consider all the things you may need to price. You have the products you purchase from your suppliers and…
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Education
Award Products for the Academic World
The pandemic has turned the world upside down, including the academic world. Schools and college campuses were closed all last…
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Marco Awards Group Remembers Industry Veteran Bill Fairless
In a message to its customers, Marco Awards Group president and CEO Marcel Bizier announces the passing of national sales…
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Education
How to Beat Out More Experienced Awards and Recognition Competitors
Have your system in place and make sure it has been tested before you strike out to obtain the big…
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Top Stories of 2020
As we look forward to a new year, it goes without saying that we’ve seen a tremendous amount of change…
