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ENGRAVING
From the beginning of time man has always wanted to make
his mark on something, from cave painting to masterpieces
in oil and canvas. Engraving is just one way that any item
can be personalised. In the trophy and engraving industry,
these are the most common ways of personalising your items.
It may be just your initials, your name or a commemorative
plaque that is needed. Each item will be handled in a unique
way
Hand Engraving
 Hand engraving is now used to engrave small items of jewellery,
(rings, watches, bracelets etc). It is also used to engrave
older
perpetual trophies that were purchased prior to the
advent of computerised engraving machines.
Computer Engraving
 The majority of trophy shops engrave their trophy plates
with a computer engraver. It is quick and cost effective.
At Trophy Specialists, we have several of these machines
and we only use multi line engraving so as to give you the
best and most readable job. Computer engravers are also used
to engrave on brass plates for the outside of buildings or
the official opening of buildings or companies. We also engrave
on a wide range of plastic materials, many of which look
like metal but are a less expensive alternative.
Laser Engraving
For fine intricate work, nothing beats a laser engraver.
Logos and very small print are a breeze for this machine.
We currently have one of the latest machines available and
we can engrave on glass, leather, plastic, acrylic, stainless
steel, wood, etc.
With the introduction of the laser engraver, we can cut wood
and acrylic into intricate shapes and then apply text or
logos to the surface, making the production of special and
corporate awards cost effective and quick.
Sublimation
Sublimation has been around for many years and is a method
of marking metal and clothing with an ink that cannot be
removed. In its infancy, sublimation was mainly used as an
alternative to engraving, with the added advantage that you
could apply spot colours to the text or logo. Its big advantage
is that, unlike silk screening, there are no expensive set-up
costs and a one-off item is its major selling point.
Modern technology has again taken over and full photo quality
prints are now possible. The list of items that can be sublimated
is growing daily.
GOLD LETTERING
22ct Gold Lettering:
22ct gold lettering is applied to an honour board by a sign
writer. It is very skilfully applied and looks sensational.
If you have a board that has been sign written in this manner,
you need an expert to add the next year and name. All of
our 22ct work is done inhouse, so you know the job will be
good.
Vinyl Lettering
Shields & honour boards are often lettered using gold
or coloured vinyl lettering. Our in house Art Department
can add names to your existing honour boards and shields
or we can design and reproduce the lettering for you on the
new board we are making for you. Remember, everything is
done in the same building, saving you time and guaranteeing
the quality.
FRAMING / BLOCK MOUNTING
In this modern age of collectables and memorabilia, framing
and block mounting is becoming an essential part of the awards
industry.
Block Mounting
Posters from sports events or concerts can be block mounted.
If it is signed, it can be a valuable acquisition.
Framing Jumpers
 Sports apparel is becoming a great collectors item and if
it is signed then its value multiplies many times. In the
right frame, it becomes a major talking point around the
bar or in the study. Add to the frame a superbly engraved
plate with all the details of the event and you have an outstanding
item of memorabilia.
Sports Memorabilia
Gloves, Shoes, Balls, Hats, Caps, Bats, Wickets. The list
of the sporting items that can be framed or mounted is
endless. Be sure and get the item signed as it will grow
in value. Add a superbly engraved plate and you have items
that are individual and personal.
ART WORK
Ideally you, the customer, provide us with art work that
you would like us to reproduce. Well, it’s not an ideal
world so we have an Art Department that can help you. Unsure
how to word your engraving, need help to reproduce that logo
or add some colour to that award? Talk with our Art Department
- they are ready to help you make that award night a spectacular
occasion.
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