Cast and resin trophies are relatively new to the awards industry. When mass-produced resin awards first hit the market about 10 to 15 years ago, the early designs were basic and somewhat limited in complexity. Today, resins come in a multitude of shapes, sizes and colors. Custom resin trophies, even in small runs, can be economical because resin tooling is less expensive than the same treatment for plastic figures or other awards components.