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DECEMBER 2023
Shining Bright for 2024: The Golden Opportunities for Trophy and Engraving Businesses in the New Year As the calendar turns to a new year, the trophy, awards, and engraving industry find themselves at the forefront of a lucrative season. The dawn of a fresh year not only symbolises personal aspirations but also presents a unique chance for businesses in this sector to flourish. Fueled by the renewed optimism of individuals setting goals and milestones, coupled with the celebratory nature of the season, the trophy and engraving industry can capitalise on this positive atmosphere to boost sales and engagement.
Celebrating Achievements and Milestones The start of a new year sparks a wave of personal and professional resolutions. Trophy and engraving businesses can tap into this sentiment by offering a range of customisable products that celebrate achievements and milestones. From employee recognition awards to personalised plaques for accomplishments, aligning products with the spirit of new beginnings can attract customers looking to honour their successes.
Specialised Seasonal Promotions Creating a sense of excitement and urgency, trophy and engraving businesses can initiate special New Year promotions. Whether it’s discounted engraving services, bundled packages for corporate awards, or exclusive deals on customisable trophies, offering incentives can entice customers to invest in unique and personalised items during this festive season.
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Corporate Recognition Programs
Customised Event Memorabilia
With businesses often focusing on acknowledging employee contributions at the start of a new fiscal year, the trophy and engraving industry can play a pivotal role in providing companies with distinctive recognition programs. Offering bespoke trophies, engraved plaques, and personalised awards for outstanding achievements can cater to the corporate demand for acknowledging and appreciating their workforce.
As the new year brings a slew of events and celebrations, trophy and engraving businesses can cater to the demand for customised memorabilia. Whether it’s designing commemorative plaques for New Year’s Eve parties or crafting unique trophies for special events, providing personalised products can enhance the festive experience and contribute to lasting memories.
Online Presence Enhancement In the digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial. Trophy and engraving businesses can leverage this by optimising their websites, showcasing a diverse array of customisable options, and offering easy-to-use online ordering systems. Enhancing the online shopping
experience can attract customers seeking convenient and personalised solutions for their award and trophy needs. As the new year unfolds, the trophy, awards, and engraving industry stand poised for success by aligning with the positive energy and aspirations associated with fresh beginnings. By tailoring products and promotions to resonate with the spirit of achievement and celebration, businesses in this sector can carve out a path to thrive in the evolving landscape. The new year isn’t just a time for personal growth; it’s a shining opportunity for trophy and engraving businesses to shine bright and offer memorable tokens of success and recognition. Jane Soones Editor for TEN Magazine janesoones@hillmedia.com
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EURO TROPHEX 2023 REVISITED
Euro Trophex 2023 Triumphs in Barcelona, and Sets the Stage for Berlin 2024 Euro Trophex 2023 recently concluded in the vibrant city of Barcelona, marking a resounding success for the trophy and engraving industry. The event, held at an iconic venue, showcased the latest advancements, trends, and innovations in the sector, bringing together professionals and enthusiasts from around the world. Euro Trophex 2023 proved to be more than just a trade show; it was a celebration of craftsmanship, technological prowess, and the thriving spirit of the trophy industry.
A Barcelona Triumph The bustling exhibition floor of Euro Trophex 2023 in Barcelona witnessed a convergence of industry leaders, exhibitors, and attendees eager to explore the cutting-edge offerings in the
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world of trophies and engraving. From state-of-the-art technologies to intricate craftsmanship, the event highlighted the diverse facets of the industry. Product demonstrations and exhibitor experience provided valuable insights, fostering an environment of knowledge-sharing and collaboration. The success of Euro Trophex 2023 in Barcelona was underscored by the palpable energy and excitement that permeated the entire event.
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Networking and Partnerships One of the standout features of Euro Trophex 2023 was the ample networking opportunities it provided. Professionals and businesses had the chance to forge new connections, discuss industry trends, and explore potential collaborations. The event served as a catalyst for partnerships that are poised to shape the future of the trophy and engraving sector.
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EURO TROPHEX 2023 REVISITED
Looking Ahead to Euro Trophex 2024 in Berlin Building on the success of Barcelona, Euro Trophex is set to captivate the industry once again as it heads to Berlin in 2024. The vibrant German capital, known for its rich history and innovative spirit, will play host to the next chapter of this prestigious event. Attendees can anticipate an even greater showcase of groundbreaking technologies, creative designs, and collaborative opportunities.
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Why Berlin? The decision to move Euro Trophex to Berlin for 2024 reflects the organisers’ commitment to offering a dynamic and diverse experience for participants. Berlin’s status as a global hub for innovation, culture, and business aligns seamlessly with the evolving nature of the trophy and engraving industry. The city’s modern infrastructure, coupled with its rich history, makes it an ideal backdrop for an event that continually pushes the boundaries of what is possible in the world of trophies.
Euro Trophex 2023 in Barcelona not only celebrated the achievements of the trophy and engraving industry but also set the stage for an even more exciting future in Berlin 2024. As the global community eagerly awaits the next installment, it is clear that Euro Trophex continues to be a driving force in shaping the trajectory of this dynamic and ever-evolving sector. The photo gallery from Euro Trophex 2023 in Barcelona beautifully captures the event’s success. The pictures showcase a lively exhibition floor with a variety of trophies and advanced engraving technologies. You can feel the enthusiasm in the images as
professionals connect, discuss, and explore the latest industry offerings. The photos also highlight the craftsmanship and creativity on display, giving viewers a glimpse into the exciting world of trophies. This gallery serves as a wonderful reminder of the collaborative and innovative atmosphere that defined Euro Trophex 2023 in Barcelona. Thank you to everyone that exhibited and visited Euro Trophex 2023 in Barcelona. We look forward to welcoming you all to Euro Trophex in Berlin for 2024!
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DATES AND VENUE FOR THE NEXT EURO TROPHEX IN 2024:
Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th September - STATION BERLIN, Berlin, Germany
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EURO TROPHEX 2024 - BERLIN, GERMANY
Stieber’s Strategic Support Euro Trophex Heads to Berlin with Backing for 2024 In a significant move that underscores commitment to excellence in the trophy and award industry, Stieber GmbH, a leading player in the market, has thrown its weight behind Euro Trophex 2024 in Berlin.
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This strategic backing not only reaffirms the significance of this prestigious event but also adds an extra layer of anticipation as the industry eagerly awaits the convergence of innovation and tradition in the German capital.
Stieber’s Pivotal Role Following a triumphant exhibition in Barcelona, Stieber GmbH lends its support to the upcoming event in Berlin. With a legacy rooted in quality and craftsmanship, Stieber’s backing of Euro Trophex 2024 marks a pivotal moment for the event. As a stalwart in the trophy and award sector, Stieber brings a wealth of expertise and influence to the table, elevating the expectations for an even more impactful and comprehensive showcase in Berlin.
The Significance of Euro Trophex Euro Trophex has long been recognised as a premier international platform where industry professionals, manufacturers, and enthusiasts converge to witness the latest trends, innovations, and advancements in the world of trophies and awards. The event provides a unique opportunity for networking, knowledge-sharing, and the exploration of cutting-edge
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Anticipation for Euro Trophex 2024
Stieber’s Commitment to Excellence
As Euro Trophex gears up for its 2024 show in Berlin, the support from Stieber adds an extra layer of excitement. The event promises to be a melting pot of creativity, showcasing the latest in design, technology, and customisation within the trophy and award realm. With Stieber’s backing, attendees can anticipate an immersive experience that not only celebrates tradition but also pushes the boundaries of what is possible in this dynamic industry.
Stieber’s endorsement of Euro Trophex for 2024 is a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence in the trophy and award sector. By aligning with this influential event, Stieber reinforces its dedication to staying at the forefront of industry trends, fostering collaboration, and supporting the continued growth and innovation within the trophy and award market.
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Stieber’s involvement in Euro Trophex 2024 not only elevates the event but also opens up new avenues for collaboration and partnerships within the trophy and award sector. Attendees can look forward to engaging with industry leaders, exploring potential collaborations, and gaining insights from not only Stieber’s, but all exhibitors wealth of experience of delivering top-notch products and services.
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Stieber’s endorsement of Euro Trophex 2024 in Berlin sets the stage for an unparalleled showcase of excellence in the trophy and award industry. As anticipation builds for this prestigious event, the support from a key player like Stieber adds a layer of credibility and excitement. Industry professionals, enthusiasts, and businesses alike can mark their calendars for Euro Trophex 2024, anticipating a convergence of innovation, tradition, and the unwavering commitment to
Euro Trophex 2024 promises to be a landmark event in the world of trophies, awards, engraving, and personalisation. With Berlin as its host city, attendees can look forward to a memorable experience, both professionally and culturally. The combination of innovative exhibits, educational opportunities, and the unique charm of Berlin makes this an event not to be missed. As the countdown to Euro Trophex 2024 begins, industry professionals and enthusiasts alike can start planning for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Europe. Euro Trophex opens its doors on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th September 2024, within the historic and popular event location, STATION-Berlin, which lies in the heart of Berlin, right next to the world-famous Potsdamer Platz.
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Creating Custom Trophies: 3D Printing is Elevating the Awards Industry The awards industry is an important part of many fields, from sports to entertainment to corporate recognition. Custom trophies are a highly sought-after item for winners and achievers, and the demand for unique and personalised designs is increasing. 3D printing technology has played a major role in elevating the trophy industry by offering new opportunities for creative design, speed of production, and high-quality finishes. 3D printing has indeed had a significant impact on the trophy industry, revolutionising the way trophies are designed, manufactured, and customised. Here are some ways in which 3D printing has changed the face of the trophy industry:
Design Freedom 3D printing allows trophy designers to unleash their creativity and push the boundaries of traditional trophy design. With 3D modeling software, intricate and complex designs can be created, including unusual shapes and fine details,that were previously challenging to achieve using traditional manufacturing methods.
Customisation 3D printing enables personalised and unique trophy designs. Customisation options such as adding names, logos, or specific details for individual recipients can be easily incorporated into the design. This flexibility allows for a more personalised and memorable trophy experience.
Rapid Prototyping Traditional trophy manufacturing methods often require creating molds or casting, which can be timeconsuming and expensive. With 3D printing, trophies can be rapidly prototyped and iterated upon quickly. This enables designers to refine their designs and make modifications before the final production, saving time and costs.
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Small Batch Production 3D printing allows for efficient smallbatch production. In the past, producing a small number of trophies using traditional methods could be economically unviable. However, with 3D printing, trophies can be manufactured on demand without the need for costly setup or tooling. This flexibility makes it feasible to produce trophies in small quantities, catering to specific events or occasions.
Material Variety 3D printing offers a wide range of material options for trophy production, including various metals, plastics, resins, and even composite materials. This versatility allows for the creation of trophies with different aesthetic and functional properties, adding to the overall appeal and uniqueness of the trophies.
Innovation and Experimentation 3D printing encourages innovation and experimentation within the trophy industry. Designers and manufacturers can explore new concepts, shapes, and materials, leading to the creation of unconventional and eye-catching trophy designs that were previously unexplored. Overall, 3D printing has provided the trophy industry with greater design freedom, customisation options, cost efficiency, and the ability to produce trophies in small quantities. These advancements have transformed the industry, making it more accessible than ever before. To find out more about 3D printing visit: www.mipequeñafabrica.com
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Personalisation Perfection: Unveiling the Irresistible Appeal of Personalisation Should trophy and award retail outlets offer personalisation to their customers? Is this a vital service to offer customers?
There are several compelling reasons why personalisation is not only beneficial but also essential in the trophy and award industry Emotional Connection Personalised trophies and awards create a deeper emotional connection between the recipient and the accolade. By adding a personal touch, such as engraving a name, date, or a special message, the award becomes a cherished memento that holds sentimental value.
Celebration of Achievements Trophies and awards are often symbols of recognition and achievement.
Personalisation allows customers to celebrate and commemorate specific milestones, making the award more meaningful and memorable.
message reinforces brand identity and serves as a reminder of the achievement within the context of the organisation.
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Different occasions call for different types of recognition. Personalisation enables customers to tailor trophies and awards to the specific event, whether it’s an employee of the month, a sports competition, or a corporate achievement. This customisation enhances the relevance and significance of the award.
In a world of mass-produced items, personalised trophies stand out. Customers appreciate having something unique and distinctive, and personalisation allows them to create one-of-a-kind awards that reflect the individuality of the recipient or the essence of the event.
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Personalised trophies make for exceptional gifts. Whether it’s recognising an employee’s years of service or honouring a retiree, a personalised award demonstrates thoughtfulness and consideration, making it a memorable and appreciated gift.
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Customer Satisfaction Offering personalisation demonstrates a commitment to customer satisfaction. Customers are more likely to return to a retailer that goes the extra mile to meet their specific needs and preferences. It enhances the overall customer experience and builds a positive reputation for the retail outlet.
Competitive Edge In a competitive market, providing personalisation can be a key differentiator. Customers are increasingly seeking products and services that cater to their individual tastes, and a trophy and award retailer that offers customisation gains a competitive edge.
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Personalisation is not just a valueadded service; it is a crucial element for success in the trophy and award retail industry. It enhances the emotional significance of awards, caters to individual preferences, and sets a retailer apart in a crowded market. By offering personalisation, trophy and award retail outlets can better meet the diverse needs of their customers and create lasting connections that contribute to the success and growth of their business.
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A trophy and award retail outlet can offer a variety of personalisation services beyond traditional engraving to cater to diverse customer preferences and enhance the uniqueness of their products. Here are some additional personalisation services that can add value to trophies and awards:
Custom Artwork or Logos Allow customers to incorporate custom artwork, company logos, or team insignias into the design of the trophy or award. This service not only reinforces brand identity but also adds a visually distinctive element to the recognition piece.
Colour Customisation Offer the option to customise the colour scheme of the trophy or award. This can include personalised colour choices for the base, figurine, or any other elements, allowing customers to align the award with their brand colours or the theme of the event.
Utilise advanced technology like 3D printing to create intricate and highly detailed designs. This can include replicating specific shapes, objects, or even personalised figurines that capture the essence of the achievement being recognised.
Integrate customisable plaque inserts that can feature photographs, certificates, or additional text. This service allows customers to include more detailed information or imagery related to the accomplishment.
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Personalised Plates Beyond traditional engraving, offer personalised plates in different shapes, sizes, and materials. These plates can be attached to the trophy or award, providing an additional canvas for customisation.
Textured Finishes Experiment with textured finishes for the base or other components of the trophy. This could include matte, glossy, or textured surfaces that add a tactile element to the award, enhancing its overall appeal.
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Etching or Sandblasting Explore techniques like etching or sandblasting to create intricate patterns, textures, or designs on the surface of the trophy. These methods provide a unique and artistic form of personalisation.
Personalised Ribbons or Lanyards For awards that include ribbons or lanyards, offer customisation options such as colour choices, imprinted logos, or personalised messages on these elements. By offering a diverse range of personalisation services, trophy and award retail outlets can cater to a broad spectrum of customer preferences, ensuring that each recognition piece is truly unique and tailored to the specific occasion or individual. Jane Soones Editor for TEN Magazine janesoones@hillmedia.com
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How Important Are Promotional Products? My-accessories.co.uk pride themselves on supplying picture perfect products. They specialise in supplying blank promotional and gift items that all have the ability to insert your own artwork, craftwork and photos, allowing customers to produce finished promotional and gift merchandise for giveaway or resale.
How Important Are Promotional Products? Promotional products can be an important part of brand awareness. They are items branded with a logo, slogan, or image and distributed at little or no cost to promote a brand, corporate identity, or an event. They are often handed out at trade shows, conferences, on sales calls, and as bonus items in shipped orders. They are an incredibly powerful marketing tool since they allow a brand to connect with consumers by engaging their senses. The goal is to attract customers and create brand appeal. All businesses whether established or new want to build a strong reputation and stand out from their competitors. Promotional products allow companies to apply their own logos, contact details or signature stand out slogans on items that customers will use every day.
Because these items remain used in offices, homes or shops for a long period of time, it continuously reminds people of the brand and they will more than likely remember them when they need a product or service. Not only do they help with brand awareness, they can be the lead generators of increased sales, functioning the same way as business cards but with better results. They can also be a way of saying thanks to your customer which then leads them to return.
My-accessories.co.uk provide a wide range of blank promotional products. From budget acrylic items such as keyrings, fridge magnets and coasters to more premium products such as metal keychains, sports mugs and photo frames. Their products are simple to use, all the customer needs to do is create their own artwork to go inside the product. This can be done on any computer program such as photoshop, publisher, open office draw or even any online free sites that allow you to create images. Once artwork is created simply print and cut the artwork to the correct insert size matching the product you have chosen. Their acrylic products are hand assembly products so making them is quick and easy giving you a cost-effective way of promoting your brand, insert the artwork in between and click the product together. If You would like to know further information on how their products can help your business visit www.my.accessories.co.uk to find out more.
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MAD-SPORT
Discover MAD-SPORT: Your Premier Supplier for Custom Wooden Trophies and Promotional Products MAD-SPORT is a producer of wooden articles for the trophy and promotional products sectors, boasting over 40 years of experience in the market. If you are seeking a diverse range of high-quality wooden components to either create or complement your trophies, along with swift delivery service, MAD-SPORT is your ideal supplier.
your own designs that complement your product. Another product that garnered attention at Euro Trophex is the inclined cubes. Available in matte black and natural pine finishes, these cubes offer a unique product with an attractive design and high quality. Besides their application as trophies, they are widely used as advertising claims due to their extensive customisation possibilities on each face. In the trophy and promotional products sector, packaging is a crucial element. A trophy should always be presented appropriately. Therefore, MAD-SPORT manufactures fully customised wooden boxes in terms of size and colour.
Highlighted at the recent Euro Trophex trade fair and available for the upcoming year, MAD-SPORT’S noteworthy products include triangles designed for trophy formation. These triangles are available in three finishes: matte black, white, and natural pine. Whether you prefer a single triangle for a personalised trophy or a combination of two triangles in different sizes and colours, the possibilities are versatile.
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Furthermore, the triangles can be combined with differently shaped woods, available in black, gloss mahogany, engraved oak, sublimation white, and matte black finishes. This product offers exceptional flexibility, allowing you to provide your clients with fully personalised products tailored to their needs. Additionally, MAD-SPORT offer large-sized wooden sheets for laser cutting, enabling you to create
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All these products are featured in the new 2024 general catalogue. MADSPORT is committed to having these products in stock, ensuring prompt service. In the case of special orders or custom-made products, their automated processes allow them to produce your order within 2 weeks. If you are searching for Europeanmanufactured products that set you apart from your competition and add value to your customers, MAD-SPORT is your go-to supplier of wooden articles. For more information please contact Email: mad-sport@mad-sport.com Visit: www.mad-sport.com
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Melco EMT16X modular embroidery machines give you outstanding embroidery production, increasing your profits and giving your customers unparalleled high-quality products they will keep coming back for! Around 17 years ago, Melco redefined efficiency with the first networkable modular embroidery system. The Melco EMT16X is the latest generation of the most efficient, productive embroidery system in the world. The Melco EMT16X is a multi-tasking modular embroidery machine that outperforms every other multi-head in the industry. More and more large multi-head customers have proved that the Melco EMT16X modular machines not only drastically increased their production on smaller orders but can double production on bulk orders.
Outstanding Performance, Efficiency and Stitch Quality. Thanks to enhanced Melco stitch dynamics, the frequency of “thread issues” is minimized. This means more run time per machine and greater ROI (return on investment) potential.
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About CO2 Laser Cutting Machines CO2 laser engraving and laser cutting machines are extremely popular due to their relatively low cost and incredible flexibility and accuracy. They are especially well suited to cutting and engraving a wide range of materials such as woods, plastics, leather, paper and card. However, they will not cut metals without a high power tube and gas delivery system such as that provided with our LS1390MM mixed metal / non metal cutting machine. Although regular CO2 laser cutters will not cut metals, they are particularly well suited to engraving anodised, coated and powder coated metals. They will also mark coated metals with the use of a ceramic marking compound which is brushed or sprayed onto the surface of the material prior to marking. The laser machine burns this ceramic compound into the surface of the material and the excess compound is simply washed away.
Reliability and consumables CO2 laser engraving machines and laser cutter machines are extremely popular in education and industry alike due to their low running costs and price of spare parts. All of our CO2 filled
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glass laser tubes are water cooled, extremely durable and with a typical life expectancy of 18 months to 7 years. Unlike some other laser sources such as metal tubes, our glass CO2 tubes are inexpensive to buy and easy to fit when they finally need replacing. Most of our UK CO2 machines are installed with 3 high quality mirrors and a single focussing lens. Although these components are classed as consumable items they rarely need replacing if they are cleaned regularly as part of a routine maintenance schedule. All of our cabinet type machines are class 1 laser devices which means that the laser radiation is unable to escape the enclosure under normal operating conditions. Class 1 laser devices are the only laser devices recommended for use in laser cutters for schools and education industries, as specified by CLEAPSS and HM Health and Safety
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Executive. Class 4 devices where the laser beam can escape through open slots or the absence of suitable security switches are not allowed. Our latest range of machines are fitted with the highest quality CE marked Allen Bradley Guardmaster noncontact safety switches. Our larger industrial laser cutters, such as our flatbed laser cutters are categorised as class 4 laser devices and suitable safety precautions must be taken during operation, such as the wearing of laser safety glasses.
Any Questions? We offer realistic and impartial advice as to the practicalities and capabilities of each machine for particular applications. We welcome the opportunity to process sample components for prospective customers and we offer live demonstration sessions on our entire machine range at our showroom in Halifax, West Yorkshire, UK.
How To Get In Touch Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your application with our friendly and knowledgeable UK based sales team. Telephone: +44 (0) 1422 310800 Email: sales@hpclaser.co.uk Visit: www.hpclaser.co.uk
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CARBISA
Your Silver & Brass Plated Awards Factory With the guarantee of more than 35 years in the sector and selling products to more than 30 countries, CARBISA is one of the leading Silver Plated Awards factory’s in Europe. CARBISA produce a wide range of Silver and Brass plated plaques, scrolls, plates and presentation trays. Their products can be personalised with yag / fiber laser, CO2 laser, rotary engraved and color sublimated.
They are glad to announce that their new ‘Carbisa Awards Catalogue 2023’ is now available with more than 20 new designs available in stock. Included in the new catalogue are their latest plaque designs with classic styles suitable for sublimation and engraving. They also added some new designs of round trays with acrylic decoration for a luxury and sophisticated trophy / corporate gift. If you would like to find out more about the new ranges from CARBISA, please get in touch either by telephone or email.
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Synergizing Success: Establishing an Online Trophy Business to Enhance Your High Street Presence In the dynamic landscape of the trophy industry, establishing an online presence can be a strategic move to complement and amplify your high street business. As more customers embrace the convenience of online shopping, incorporating a digital arm to your existing brick-and-mortar store not only expands your reach but also offers a seamless and comprehensive experience for your clientele. Let’s look at the essential steps when setting up a new online trophy business that seamlessly supports your physical storefront.
3) Optimise Product Listings and Descriptions Build a user-friendly online platform with high-quality images and detailed descriptions of your trophy products. Consider incorporating customisation options, ensuring that customers can easily navigate and understand the range of trophies available.
4) Implement an Effective E-commerce Platform 1) Leverage Synergy Between Online and High Street Integrate your online trophy business as an extension of your high street presence. Ensure a consistent brand identity, product offerings, and customer experience both online and offline. The goal is to create a seamless and interconnected shopping experience.
2) Understand Your Local Market While your high street business is rooted in the local community, the online component allows you to reach a broader audience. Understand the unique needs and preferences of your local market while also tailoring your online offerings to cater to a wider demographic.
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Choose a reliable e-commerce platform that aligns with your business requirements. Ensure that the platform facilitates secure transactions, provides tracking information, and offers an intuitive shopping experience for customers.
5) Strategic Marketing and Cross-Promotion Develop a marketing strategy that integrates both your high street and online presence. Cross-promote your trophy offerings through both channels, utilising local advertising for the high street and digital marketing to reach a broader online audience.
6) Unified Branding Maintain consistent branding across your physical store and online platform. This includes your logo, colour scheme, and messaging. A cohesive brand identity reinforces customer recognition and trust.
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7) Offer Click-and-Collect Services Encourage synergy between your online and high street operations by implementing click-and-collect services. Allow customers to browse and order online, providing them with the option to pick up their trophies at your physical location.
8) Incorporate Customer Feedback Use customer feedback from both your high street and online channels to enhance your overall business strategy. Pay attention to reviews, comments, and suggestions to continually refine your products and services.
9) Utilise Social Media for Local Engagement Leverage social media platforms to engage with your local community. Share updates, promotions, and highlights from your high street store while using these platforms to drive traffic to your online trophy business.
10) Adapt to Trends and Technologies Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in the trophy industry and e-commerce space. Adapt your online platform and high street offerings to incorporate innovative solutions that enhance customer experience and set your business apart. Establishing an online trophy business alongside your high street store is a strategic move in today’s retail landscape. Seamlessly integrating both channels creates a flexible business model catering to diverse customer preferences. Jane Soones Editor for TEN Magazine janesoones@hillmedia.com
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HYBRID SERVICES LTD
Hybrid to debut trio of new Mimaki products at Sign & Digital UK Exclusive UK and Ireland Mimaki distributor, Hybrid Services Ltd will present three new printers at Sign & Digital UK 2024. Comprising a pair of LED UV printers and the company’s latest and fastest direct-tofilm model, all offer tangible upgrades and benefits over alternatives. The first of the launches is the latest addition to the 330 Series, the UCJV330-160 LED UV integrated printer/cutter. Building on the success of the eco solvent and dye sublimation models, this 1.6m production machine will offer highly creative capabilities coupled with ultra-low running costs, thanks to a raft of features and technologies. Incorporating white and clear into its vibrant, quick drying inkset, the new UCJV330-160 can print high quality images on traditional media used for outdoor sign and graphics applications, as well as translucent, transparent, and coloured materials, including PET, polyurethane and other films, textiles such as lightbox material and uncoated paper.
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Being an integrated printer/cutter, the UCJV330-160 is also equipped with advanced features for contour cutting to deliver stickers, decals and labels. A number of the UCJV330’s efficiencies are shared with the second Mimaki launch: the new UJV100160Plus LED UV printer which will have its first showing at an exhibition at Sign & Digital UK 2024. A competitively priced model that offers great potential for companies investigating the opportunity that UV roll-to-roll printing can offer their business, it delivers high quality print onto an impressive range of materials and incorporates white and clear inks to maximise creative potential. “Visitors to the exhibition, co-located with Printwear & Promotion, will see the very latest Mimaki technology immediately upon entering the hall, with Hybrid’s stand located directly at the entrance to Hall 2 at the NEC,” states Hybrid Sales Director, Andrew Gregory. “Our stand offers numerous examples of Mimaki hardware and inks that deliver significant cost savings, productivity enhancements and overall efficiencies that transfer into real world commercial advantage for companies looking to step up their digital print capabilities.”
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The third Mimaki printer making its debut is the new TxF300-75, Mimaki’s fastest direct-to-film printer offering three times the productivity of its hugely successful launch model, the TxF150-75. “With the event running alongside Printwear & Promotion, we anticipate an even greater interest in the new Mimaki DTF printer than we saw with the phenomenal response to the launch of the TxF150-75 earlier this year,” anticipates Gregory. The latest TxF model continues Mimaki’s focus on delivering a stable, reliable and high-quality solution with the TxF30075 including an unprecedented two-year warranty as standard. Hybrid will also be demonstrating additional Mimaki technology ranging from entry level solvent printers to high production large format flatbed UV. “We look forward to welcoming visitors to the show to guide their investment towards products that will genuinely benefit their business,” Gregory concludes. For further information on the entire Mimaki line-up, visit www.hybridservices.co.uk. Sign & Digital UK runs from Sunday 25th February to Tuesday 27th February 2024.
EFX
EFX looks back at Trophy Styles and Design Trends through 2023 Just like any creative industry, award design is always influenced by new, exciting trends. This can come in the form of new materials, cutting-edge manufacturing processes or new design styles.
So what were the trend setting new trophies of 2023? We’ve found that the biggest rising trends were:
Unique trophy shapes Another popular trend for awards this year has been the rise of unusual and unique trophy shapes.
• Sustainable awards • Unique trophy shapes
We’ve seen trophies in a huge range of different shapes this year, from an award in the shape of the USA, to one that looks like an alpaca!
• Acrylic and plastic trophies • Trophy material combinations
We’ll take you through each one of these popular styles and explain why they set the trend for trophies in 2023.
While classic column, alphanumerical and cup style trophies still continue to be popular, more and more clients are asking us to create quirky trophy designs that really stand out.
Sustainable awards
Acrylic and plastic trophies
One of the most significant trophy trends of 2023 was the rise of eco friendly and sustainable awards.
More and more, acrylic is becoming the go-to material for trophy design, and during 2023 that trend certainly continued.
• 3D printed awards
With more and more businesses and organisations focusing on their green strategies, it’s not surprising that these standards have become really important for trophies too. This is something having an impact on the entire events industry, with organisations looking for ways to reduce their environmental impact through carbon neutral events, sustainable sourcing of materials, and even choosing locations that will require less travel for attendees. So sustainable awards are the obvious choice for any company, charity or organisation who wants to show off their green credentials.
In the past, acrylic may have been seen as a less prestigious material for a trophy, but with designs getting more and more advanced, acrylic is the perfect choice for people looking for something a little different. Because it can be produced in a vast range of colours, is the perfect platform for digital printing, and can be shaped in a huge number of ways, an acrylic award opens the door to a much wider range of design styles. And you can even get acrylic that’s made from 100% recycled materials, so it’s even a good choice for people who want a sustainable trophy.
And when it comes to eco friendly awards, there’s a lot of different choices out there too. You can go for recycled acrylic or aluminium, or a naturally sustainable material like wood or stone. Or you can choose a trophy designer who uses sustainable manufacturing processes and power. Or better still, choose one who can provide both!
Trophy material combinations Another popular trophy trend seen is the use of different trophy materials in award design. By choosing different materials to use in the same award, you can create a great contrast of colours, textures and more.
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Acrylic and metal
With recycled acrylic more widely available, using plastic in your trophy can still be sustainable, meaning you don’t need to sacrifice your principles to get the design and style you’re looking for.
Plated aluminium and acrylic awards were one of the most popular combinations of 2023. A common way to incorporate both materials is for the metal to form the base or outline of the trophy, with the acrylic forming its centre.
3D printed awards
This combination gives the weight and gravitas of the metal finish, while also allowing you to create a more colourful design. A popular finish for these types of trophy is digital printing – which works beautifully with acrylic and allows you to create highly detailed designs.
3D printed trophies are still quite a niche item, but are definitely rising in popularity. With this style of trophy you can create incredibly detailed designs, but they do generally come at a premium.
Wood and metal
Costs for a 3D printed trophy are often significantly higher than for one created through more conventional methods.
Another popular combination was metal and wood trophies. This really highlights the contrast between the materials, with the cool, shiny smoothness of the metal against the warm, textured and tactile wood.
So while these types of awards are trending, it’s likely to be some time before they become the most popular manufacturing method for trophies.
Get trend setting trophies with EFX
Acrylic and wood Acrylic and wood is a less common combination of trophy materials, but gained popularity in 2023.
At EFX we’ve created trophies and awards in a massive range of different materials, styles and designs, and we’re always excited to see what upcoming trends are becoming popular. Whatever style of trophy you’re interested in, we can help create a bespoke design that’s ideal for your event. Just get in touch with us today to find out more. Telephone: 01789 450 005 Email: award@efx.co.uk Visit: www.efx.co.uk
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BOXFORD
If you’re looking for powerful, compact and easy to use laser cutting, engraving, part marking or CNC machines, look no further than Boxford’s range of multimaterial processing equipment Boxford’s ever-popular range of C02 non-metal cutting and engraving machines are available in various sizes and power options to suit your needs. Ranging from a 500mm x 300mm machine bed, all the way up to 1300mm x 900mm; there is a machine to suit most applications, from small prototype and design work, to large format commercial projects. C02 laser cutting and engraving is an affordable and versatile production solution which gives customers an array of sign-making, label engraving, craft project and product personalisation capabilities.
Our machines can professionally engrave a vast range of materials, from slate, glass, ceramics and textiles, to woods and plastics. Depending on which power option you choose, you could also have the capability to cut up to 18mm thick acrylic or perspex in a single pass. Boxford C02 lasers are also capable of cutting and engraving materials such as laser engraving laminate, which is a quick and cost effective alternative to rotary engraving materials such as Traffolyte. The BFM110 bench-top fibre marking systems provide high-detail part identification and branding solutions. The speed and clarity of the marking and engraving can speed up your part marking process and add even more professionalism to your products. Our customers are using our fibre marking laser for a whole host of applications, including the personalisation of metal products like hip flasks, watches and
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drinks bottles, as well as the engraving of data plates and sequential part identification. Boxford’s cost-effective and spacesaving BFL1390 & BFL2010 fibre metal cutting lasers, ranging from 500W to 2KW, are capable of producing industry standard precision metal profiles. This makes them ideal machines to help bring sub-contract work in-house, reducing lead times and costs. If you’re looking to produce your own metal blanks or decorative profiles, depending on the power of machine you choose, you could have the capability to precisely cut a range of metals, including stainless steel, aluminium, brass and copper. Boxford also continue to offer a range of CNC lathes, routers, milling and combination machines on which the UK manufacturer has built its longstanding name and reputation. Our CNC machines are expertly manufactured and assembled in the UK and exported all over the world. If you have a new machine requirement, the Boxford team are always on hand to discuss your needs. Demonstrations are also available from our West Yorkshire showroom. If you are unable to make it to our showroom, we can also offer comprehensive remote live video demonstration via Zoom. Call or email to book a visit to the showroom or to discuss your requirements further: Telephone: 01422 324 810 Email: info@boxford.co.uk Visit: www.boxford.co.uk
White Toner Printer
Ultimate Versatility & Heavyweight Performance The NEW A4 IColor 540 is a Toner-Based Digital Transfer Printer from Uninet, featuring full colour combined with white overprint™ and underprint™ capabilities in a single pass. The A4 IColor 540 is a unique, low cost and versatile on-demand printing solution for short to mid-run transfer production of garments, labels, stationary, banners, hard surfaces, marketing customisation and much more! The IColor 540 is like having a professional print shop on your desktop, incorporating professional quality image printing capabilities, as well as optional speciality toner upgrade kits such as dye sublimation, fluorescent and metallic toners.
Use the IColor 540 for five different uses: White overprint™ for heat transfer printing White underprint™ for card/paper stock CMYK for regular office printing Optional dye-sublimation printing Optional fluorescent printing
ProRIP & SmartCUT Software The IColor ProRIP Software gives you total control of your workflow, allowing you to resize, rotate, change and remove colours in your graphics efficiently and easily. The IColor SmartCUT Software allows you to increase your designs from A4 to A3, enabling you to produce larger graphics with your IColor 540 Printer. This software creates an intelligent split in your design, masking the join between artwork with no visual separation.
How to Enhance your Trophy Business
Expand your business opportunities and tap into a wide variety of market segments by producing personalized garments, trophies, accessories and more. Produce graphics with both colour and white for application to virtually any dark coloured textile or substrate. The printed image will result in soft, bright colours and the garment can be washed over and over without significant wear of the transfer. The IColor 540 provides cost-effective fabric transfer production without the constant maintenance associated with direct-to-garment or silk screening systems. Get outstanding image quality results when combined with the correct transfer media to transfer images onto all fabric types whether light or dark!
Unique Features
What’s Included? CMYK + W Toners
• Print A4, A4XL and A3 using the Included SmartCUT and ProRIP Software.
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• Ability to print white as an underprint™ and an overprint™ in the same machine, in one pass, using the IColor ProRIP software.
SmartCUT Software Underprint/Overprint Technology 2 Year return to base warranty Quick Setup Guide
• The white opacity of UNINET’s unique blend of toner is double that of any other brand, giving you the brightest whites and solid background to bring out the vibrancy of your colours. • The true black cartridge is included with the printer, allowing you to switch to CMYK mode to print items such as paper, card media and CMYK transfer papers. • Lowest cost and most flexible machine in the market.
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• Easily swap back and forth between regular and speciality cartridges, eliminating the need to purchase separate machines to accomplish each function.
What materials or products can I produce? Trophies Cotton Polyester Leather
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Industry leading engraving/cutting various work areas and power options UK sales and support Finance options available CO², Fibre and Galvo laser options
Visit our showroom for a full demonstration Tel: 01827 300509 www.grafityp.co.uk E-mail: sales@grafityp.co.uk
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DESKTOP ENGRAVING MACHINES
DGSHAPE DE-3 Desktop Engraver
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£5,450+VAT
Intuitive and Intelligent Engraving for Today’s User Free delivery, installation and basic training of any NEW Roland DE-3 Engraver within a radius of 100 miles. Engrave onto a huge range of giftware, signage, trophies, tools and industrial products Laser pointer for quick set-up and easy production Easily-applied nose cones for precise depth-regulation USB connection with LAN network connectivity Includes new Vectric V Carve software
www.ronamachines.co.uk
We also have a large selection of refurbished machines & part exchange on your old machine & lease purchase is available.
Rona Machines Unit 27, Hillgrove Business Park, Nazeing Road, Nazeing, Essex, EN9 2HB
Call us on 01992 899255 or email us at sales@ronamachines.co.uk
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TROPHY & ENGRAVING NEWS
DECEMBER 2023
RONA MACHINES
We will buy your machine for cash! Lease purchase available A SMALL SELECTION OF OUR STOCK VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE - UPDATED REGULARLY Gravograph IS900 IQ 635 x 432mm engraving area, complete on stand, Gravostyle software excellent condition .................................................................. £POA Trotec Laser Speedy 100 30 watts Fibre 600 x 300 little use mint condition ............................................................................................................................ £POA Trotec Laser Speedy 100 Flexi 80 watts co2 fume extractor rotary attachment honeycomb table very late machine, brand-new condition .......................... £POA Gravograph M20 100x100mm max engraving area lovely condition Gravostyle software ........................................................................................................ £POA Gravograph IS400 Volume, cups up to 350mm diameter point & shoot Gravograph software mint condition ........................................................................... £POA U-Marq Gem RX5 Visual Toolbox software, superb condition....................................................................................................................................................£2,750 Gravograph M20J Ideal machine for the jewellery trade, flat plate and inside ring engraver, excellent condition.....................................................................£3,250 Gravograph IS700 500x300 engraving area, tee-slot table and vice unit and EngraveLab 10 software...................................................................................£4,500 U-Marq RX GEM with Visual Toolbox Gem software, excellent condition ...................................................................................................................................£2250 Signature 8080 Mini complete with software and many attachments in excellent condition ..................................................................................................... £2750 Vision 1624 610 x 400 engraving area series 3 controller and software, excellent condition .....................................................................................................£4500 Suregrave Mini ME desk top engraver Engravelab 10 software as new ....................................................................................................................................£2250 Gravograph IS7000 610mm x 815mm engraving area complete with stand & Gravostyle software, mint condition ................................................................. £POA Gravograph IS400 flatwork engraver up to 300mm x 200mm Engravlab 10 software superb condition....................................................................................£4750 Mastergrave / U-Marq compact, flat and tankard / glass engraver Visual Toolbox software lovely condition ..........................................................................£3750 Roland EGX 400 400 x 300mm engraving area Engravelab 10 software immaculate condition ................................................................................................£4500 Signature 8080 Plus 230 x 400mm engraving area cups and glassware upto 230mm diameter, hot foil blocking attachment, inside ring engraving attachment plus many more accessories, lovely condition ........................................................................................................................£6500 Suregrave Rotation S flat & cup machine up to 200mm diameter Hi-Drive 2 controller Engravalab 10 software mint condition ............................................. £4500 Suregrave Wizzard St 300mm x 300mm engraving area, Hi Drive 2 control, Engravelab 10 software, as new ..................................................................... £3,500 Roland EGX 20 with Engravalab software 200 X 150 engraving area........................................................................................................................................ £POA Gravograph IS 200 TX 225 x 80 engraving area and 200ml diameter cups, superb condition, on-stand gravostyle software.................................................. £POA Signature 8080 engraving machine Superb giftware and cup machine, several attachments, PC and software................................................................... £4,500 Newing Hall Milgrav, Apex AMC 2 Controller, lovely condition................................................................................................................................................. £POA Roland Metaza MPX 70 complete with Roland software, virtually unused .................................................................................................................................. £650 Gravograph TX3, motorised flat and cup machine, cups/rosebowls to 12” diameter, cutters and diamond form...................................................................... £1750 Gravograph VXM, 200 x 150 engraving area, superb condition................................................................................................................................................ £1950 Dahlgren Wizzard 2000 St, 300mm x 300mm engraving area, ‘T’ slot table, surelab software, mint condition ........................................................................ £2750 Mastergrave MK5 cup engraving machine, 10” cup diameter, complete with copy set, cutters and diamond marker, late machines immaculate condition.... £1100 Gravograph VX2B computer engraving system 650 x 490 engraving area complete with 3D controller and Engravelab 10 software .................................... £4000 Roland PNC 2300, 200 x 150 engraving area, nice compact machine, complete with Engravelab 8 software ......................................................................... £2500 Gravograph Unica complete with keyboard and screen star programme as new..................................................................................................................... £1950 Cipher 1410, 14” x 10” engraving area, complete with controller, high drive, hand set, Surelab 8 software, good condition .................................................... £3000 Gravograph IM3 or similar.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... £POA Gravograph IS800 650 x 490 engraving area with Gravostyle software.................................................................................................................................... £POA Gravograph VX 300 x 350 engraving area complete with 3D controller and Engravelab 10 software ...................................................................................... £3400 Newing Hall 350 work station. 350mm x 300mm engraving area. Cup/Tankards upto 250mm diameter. Complete with Apex controller + Software. Superb condition.£POA Gravograph TXL motorised cup attachment, cups up to 200mm diameter, letter set, cutters diamond, mint condition............................................................ £1350 Suregrave Dalhgren 14” x 10” 350 x 250 mm engraving area complete with Suregrave high drive controller Surelab software mint condition ..................... £3000 Roland EGX 300 300 x 200 Engraving area Surelab 9 (Engravelab Software) Excellent condition .......................................................................................... £2750 Suregrave 2516 Surelab 9 heavy duty flat engraving machine complete superb condition...................................................................................................... £4500 Suregrave 2516i Hi-drive 2 controller, Surelab 9 software excellent condition .......................................................................................................................... £POA Newing Hall Pamtocut PNC 4E Apex AMC2 Control single phase with Engravelab 10 software superb condition ................................................................. £6500 Gravograph M40G 300 x 200 engraving area flat and cup machine, laser pointer Gravostyle software mint condition ........................................................... £POA Suregrave 4824I HD2 Controller Engrave Lab 9 Software New Condition................................................................................................................................ £8000 Mastergrave Universal Flat machine and cups up to 200mm diameter, superb condition ....................................................................................................... £4250
ALL RECONDITIONED MACHINES ARE GUARANTEED. PX WELCOME • EXPORT ENQUIRIES WELCOMED. MACHINES AND ACCESSORIES BOUGHT FOR CASH • ALL PRICES PLUS CARRIAGE AND V.A.T. Day: 01992 899255 Mobile: 07850 333066. F: 01992 899256 Email: sales@ronamachines.co.uk www.ronamachines.co.uk
27 Hillgrove Business Park, Nazeing Rd, Nazeing, Waltham Abbey, Essex EN9 2HB