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A new spin on holiday gift-giving

These globes are high-end, handmade spheres that rotate continuously on their own, with a patented mechanism made of solar cells and magnets. The technology allows each design—from globes and celestial bodies to ancient texts and classic works of art—to turn

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Sign material – dimensional/channel letters

Three dimensional signage substrates can be purchased preformed from many suppliers. With a free-floating appearance, dimensional/channel letters can be displayed on their own or with backlighting, depending on the aesthetic desired.

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Sign material – magnetic sheet

Magnetic sheeting is a good choice for small reusable and reaffixable signs, and is a particularly popular material for car decals. Sheets typically have a blank side onto which you can affix vinyl decals or letters or print using inks.

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Sign material – metal

Nonporous and durable, metals are an ideal choice for outdoor signage because they tend to withstand the elements well over the long term, although some varieties may rust after prolonged exposure to precipitation or humidity. Bronze is a particularly popular

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Sign material – acrylic

Acrylic comes in a wide variety of colors, translucencies, and sheens, making it appropriate for a wide variety of signage applications—and giving it a reputation for a high-end look. This versatile substrate also can be edge-lit, giving acrylic signs a

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Sign material – plastic

From the engraver’s variety of corrugated sheets, plastic comes in a wide variety of looks and types; from opaque to translucent; in any color; and in finishes ranging from wood-grain and chalkboard to glow in the dark—making it a highly

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Sign material – vinyl

Vinyl tends to withstand the elements well and can be used for a wide-variety of applications, including semi-permanent decals. Vinyl also is easily cut, making it a popular product for custom-cut letters. Note, true vinyl (that is, PVC-based vinyl) releases

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Sign material – plaques

This signage workhorse can be made with a wide variety of materials, such as metal and metal-look, plastic, wood, glass, and crystal substrates, and is used for everything from wayfinding signs to donor walls or informational signs, although plaques often

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Sign material – wood

Wood products tend to be strong and rigid, this substrate a good choice for post-and-panel applications. Wood and wood-based products also give signage a rustic look that is popular among clients. However, without pretreatment, woods and medium-density overlay (known as

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Reach new heights

Look no further than Encore Awards crystal for show-stopping awards. These optic crystal pieces give off a stunningly strong presence through the use of carefully cut bevels and towering heights, making them perfect for all of your recognition needs. Available

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