Promo Marketing, the sister publication of Print Professional, recently announced the winners of its 2011 Supplier Excellence Awards. Every year readers choose the companies they think have the best products, turnover time and customer service in the promotional products industry.
Here is a selection of companies that took the Gold Award in their respective categories.
Apparel, T-SHIRTS
SanMar
(800) 346-3369
www.sanmar.com
Port & Company Essential T-Shirt
This heavyweight 6.1 oz. 100 percent pre-shrunk cotton T-shirt has shoulder-to-shoulder taping, a coverseamed neck and double-needle hem. The shirt comes in more than 50 colors. Sizes range from S to 6XL.
Drinkware, SPORTS BOTTLES & OTHER
Bullet
(800) 749-7367
www.bulletline.com
The Pacific Sports Bottle
This 10x27⁄8" water bottle has 26 oz. capacity, single-wall construction, a twist-on lid and a 5 mm. carabiner. The BPA-free aluminum bottle is reusable and recyclable. It comes in eight colors with three imprint options.
FOOD & DRINK
Maple Ridge Farms
(800) 477-5577
www.mapleridge.com
Golden Delights Tower of Sweets
This 15" tower of goodies offers an array of treats for end-users. Contents include Oreo cookies, milk, white and dark Belgian chocolate-covered jumbo Bavarian pretzels and chocolate sea salt caramels. A 33⁄4" gold foil stamp is included on a sheer burgundy ribbon.
Bags, BUSINESS, LUGGAGE & SPORT
Leed's
(866) 533-3724
www.leedsworld.com
Elleven Checkpoint-Friendly Compu-Backpack
This black bag offers a laptop-only section that unfolds to lay flat when going through security checkpoints. Other features include a main zippered compartment with file divider, interior side pockets, removable TechTrap elastic organizer panel, zippered media pocket and hidden pockets for valuables. The bag has a padded back and shoulder straps, a yoke-style handle and room for up to a 17" laptop. A PhotoReal or transfer imprint area of 4x3" is available.
Writing Instruments, PENS & PENCILS
BIC Graphic USA
(888) 446-5242
www.bicgraphic.com
Clic Stic
These USA-manufactured pens have a break-resistant pocket clip and retractable tip. Your clients can choose from more than 400 color combinations.
JOURNALS & NOTEBOOKS
JournalBooks/Timeplanner Calendars
(800) 438-3800
www.journalbooks.com
Prestige Journals
These journals are covered in canvas for durability. They come in many sizes and colors with screen printing, foil stamping, embossing, debossing and full-color imprint options.
GREETING CARDS
Carlson Craft
(800) 328-1782
www.carlsoncraft.com
Gift Tag Greeting
This 55⁄8x77⁄8" gift tag adds class to any wrapped gift. The folding card comes with glittering ribbon and an imprint. The suggested imprint color is red foil.
USB DRIVES
iClick
(800) 456-9177
www.iclick.com
Seattle West USB Flash Drive
This flash drive boasts a click-action, retractable USB port so users do not have to worry about losing the cap. It has many color options and a sizable imprint area.
STICKERS & DECALS
Gill Studios
(888) 455-4422
www.gill-line.com
Custom Made Decals
These made-in-the-USA decals can be used indoors or outdoors. They are made to an end-buyer's specifications for size, shape, material and print. Your clients can choose from an adhesive back, a chrome finish, a high-definition image and more.
Apparel, OUTERWEAR
Charles River Apparel
(800) 225-0550
www.charlesriverapparel.com
Men's Soft Shell Jackets
This high-tech soft shell microfleece jacket is wind- and water-resistant. With features like a stand up collar, open hem, shockcord drawstring, zippered side and inside valuables pocket, this jacket will become a selling staple for you as the weather gets colder. Sizes run from S to 3XL. A women's style is available.
MAGNETS
The Magnet Group
(800) 458-9457
www.themagnetgroup.com
Double Sided Business Card Magnet
This distinctive business card promises your end-buyers will stick with their customers. The magnet offers a 2x3.5" spot- or four-color imprint.
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Aloe Up Suncare Products
(800) 950-2563
www.aloeuppromo.com
Aloe Up Mesh Bag with the Pro Sport Formula
This large mesh bag includes a 4 oz. bottle of SPF 50 sunscreen, a 1 oz. bottle of SPF 30 sunscreen, a 1 oz. bottle of SPF 15 suncreen, a 1 oz. bottle of sunburn relief and an SPF 15 lip balm. The UVA/UVB-protection kit holds a one-color imprint on the bag and a four-color imprint on the lip balm.
BADGES & BUTTONS
Express-A-Button
(800) 873-1705
www.expressabutton.com
Buttons
These buttons are made in the USA with any message your client wants. Custom shapes and PMS-matched colors are available.
CALENDARS
Norwood
(877) 667-9663
www.norwood.com
B Kind 2 Earth Triumph Calendar
Make an end-user's daily life green with Norwood's popular calendar. The 11x10" calendar is made from 30 percent recycled paper and vegetable-based inks. It includes a 91⁄2x11⁄4" four-color imprint.
- Companies:
- BIC Graphic USA
- Gill Studios
- People:
- Colleen McKenna