Betty,
I prefer sublimated metal namebadges for a number of reasons.
I can cut custom sizes with a metal shear and round the corners with a 3-in-1 Maxi Press. Make sure you round the corners. Otherwise, you're creating a weapon :-)
Unisub offers a set number of stock sizes.
I use FRP if I'll be creating custom size ovals, by milling them out on my computerized engraving system.
No warping with metal badges. They're lighter weight, which is a selling point.
I've sold a lot of metal badges without the dome. Some people think the badges will bend, but I haven't seen, or heard, of that being an issue.
If so, adding the epoxy dome gives the badge ample rigidity, not to mention a much "slicker" look.
Put the domed badge in a frame and you've got the ultimate. The inserts don't necessarily have to be sublimated. I've seen gorgeous namebadges made by lasering Rowmark "FlexiBrass" material and doming. The marbleized blue with gold letters is the "bomb."
A good thing, according to my teenage daughter :-)
David "The Stunt Engraver" Lavaneri
DGL Engraving
Port Hueneme, CA |