Guides written for the person writing the specification: enamel types, materials, plating, attachments, packing and lead times.
Process GuideSoft Enamel vs Hard Enamel ExplainedThe two enamel routes behave differently in the hand, in the tooling and in the price. This is how to pick between them before the die is cut.Read the guide
Process GuideEight Manufacturing Processes for Metal GiftsDie stamping, die casting, photo etching, offset printing, silk screen and the three enamel routes, and what each one is actually good for.Read the guide
Material GuideChoosing Between Iron Brass Zinc Alloy and AluminiumMaterial is decided by size, relief depth and cost, not by preference. The rules the factory actually works to, with the size thresholds that matter.Read the guide
Design GuideFourteen Plating and Finish OptionsFrom bright gold to dye black, what each finish does to a design and where antique finishes help or hurt.Read the guide
Comparison ArticleSoft PVC or Metal for Promotional GiftsTwo very different materials solve the same brief. A straight comparison on shape freedom, colour, durability, perceived value and cost.Read the guideBuying GuideTwelve Lapel Pin Attachment TypesThe fixing decides whether a pin is worn again. Butterfly, rubber, deluxe and magnet backs compared against the garment they go on.Read the guideProduct GuideHow to Specify an Engravable Pet ID TagTag size, material, engraving depth and how much contact information actually fits on a 25 mm disc.Read the guideBuying GuidePackaging Lead Times and Order PlanningSample in 3-5 days, bulk in 10-15 days, 100 to 1000 pieces per bag or box. How to plan an event date backwards from those numbers.Read the guidePromotional gifts: lapel pins, keychains, fridge magnets, luggage tags, dog tags, tie clips, cufflinks, golf ball markers, hat clips and divot tools, medals and souvenir coins.
Yes. Any design and logo can be customised for you, and the design work is free.
3-5 days for samples and 10-15 days for mass production.
Yes. A sample is made free of charge before the order is placed.
There is no fixed minimum. Small orders are accepted.
Free design work, a free first sample in 3-5 days and no fixed minimum order quantity.
