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Custom Badge Reels
Create Your Own Custom-Printed Badge Reel

 

 

 

 

Step 1 - Choose a Style and Color (2 Styles, Numerous Colors)

Plastic Retractable Reel -

  • Round Solid-Color Plastic Clip-On Badge Reel

  • Round Solid-Color Plastic Pin-On Badge Reel
    Note: All round Badge Reels are also available with clear-vinyl straps.

  • Square Solid-Color Plastic Clip-On Badge Reel

  • Smart Reelä  - Solid-Color Plastic Clip-On "Push-Button" Badge Reel

Colors Available:

  • Black

  • Blue

  • Red

  • White

  • Grey

  • Other colors available

Ski/Sport Pass Retractable Reel

  • Solid-Color Plastic Ski/Sports Reel with Snap Closure

  • Solid-Color Plastic Ski/Sports Reel with Reinforced-Vinyl Strap

Colors Available:

  • Black

  • Blue

  • Red

  • White

  • Yellow

  • Green

  • Other colors available

 

Step 2 - Custom-Printing (See Specifications Below)

Direct Printing - Up to Four Colors on Face of Badge Reel (front side only)

· Any Pantone (PMS) color ink is available
· Image is printed directly on Badge Reel face
· Lead Time - 2-4 weeks
(based on quantity and intricacy of artwork)
· Minimum Production - 100 pieces
Note: We reserve the right to apply preprinted labels rather than direct printing in order to ensure quality of artwork image. An additional charge may apply.

 

Step 3 - Clear Epoxy Doming

· Protects and preserves custom imprint
· Gives your Badge Reel an upscale appearance

 

Step 4 - Rim Printing

· Provides an additional area for Web site address, phone number, etc.
· Adds a professional touch to your Badge Reel
· Any Pantone (PMS) color ink is available
Notes: Additional charges apply for Clear Epoxy Doming and Rim Printing. Pantone (PMS) color inks may vary based on the color of the rim of the Badge Reel.

 


 

 

 

 

Custom-Printing Specifications
All specifications below are required in order to process your Custom-Printed Badge Reel order.

A) Artwork -

· Submitted artwork must be camera-ready, black & white photo-quality artwork with fine edges. Modifications to your artwork, should they be required, will be quoted on a per order basis. A minimum charge applies. (no photocopies or faxes accepted.)
· The following computer files are also acceptable:
  Adobe Illustrator 8 - all fonts converted to outlines and saved as an .ai or .eps file
  Adobe Photoshop 5 - files saved as .tif, .bmp, .jpg, .psd, or .gif
  Pagemaker 6.5
  Quark XPress 4.0
· Please submit files in one of the following formats:
  E-Mail
  IBM formatted 3.5" disk
  Iomega Zip Disk
  CD-Rom
Notes: Please specify the name and type of file being sent. All files should have a resolution of 150 dpi or higher. Multiple color jobs should be created using spot color rather than process color mode. please do not embed files in a Microsoft Word file. It is preferred that artwork be provided in the above formats. However, if that is not an option, please send a black & white hard copy of your camera-ready artwork (laser-print quality), including written instructions and a list of fonts used. Also, include a color copy for color breakdown only.
· Maximum Print Area
Round             - 3/4" diameter
Square            - 3/4" square (square corners)
Smart Reelä   -  3/4" diameter
Ski/Sports       - 1 3/16" diameter
Heavy-Duty     - 1 1/2" diameter

B) Set-Up Charges - 

A one-time set-up charge will apply to all orders. Call for details.

C) Minimum Production Run - 

100 pieces  Note: On all custom-printed Badge Reel orders, we reserve the right to ship + 10%.

D) Lead Time - 

2-4 weeks (This may vary depending upon the number of colors and artwork.)
Note: The schedule above indicates the estimated lead time following receipt of approval of artwork proofs.

 

Badge Reference Guide
The chart below outlines the lead times for generic Badge Reels. Call RACO at 800-446-1991 or 513-984-2101 for further details and pricing.

   

Color Selection

Style Color of Badge 
Reel Face
A Bull-Dog Clip-On 
Key Reel

No Sticker

B Round Clip-ON Reel w/ Reinforced 
Vinyl Strap
Silver
White
No Sticker
B Round Clip-On Reel w/ Clear Vinyl Strap (strap not shown) Silver
White
No Sticker
B Round Pin-On Reel w/ Reinforced
 Vinyl Strap
Silver
White
No Sticker
C Square Clip-On Reel w/ Reinforced 
Vinyl Strap
Silver
White
No Sticker
D Clip-On Smart Reelä w/ Reinforced Vinyl Strap 
(push buttons)
Silver
White
No Sticker
E Plastic Ski/Sports Reel w/ Snap Closure White
No Sticker
F Plastic Ski/Sports Reel w/ Reinforced Vinyl Strap White
No Sticker
G Heavy-Duty Clip-On Reel w/ Reinforced Vinyl Strap No Sticker

 

* For items B-F, chrome and gold are vacuum-plated finishes. Call your sales representative for further details.

Notice: Although we strive to maintain inventory levels and production schedules as outlined above, there may be times when overall demand or extraordinary orders may cause variations in product availability.

Call 513-984-2101 or 800-446-1991 for our current RACO discount price, quantity discounts and ordering information!


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