Looking for a reliable factory, OEM/ODM supplier, and long-term partner for trophies, medals, plaques, pins and corporate gifts? At Glory Awards & Gifts, we combine in-house tooling, finishing, and assembly with agile design services to deliver brand-ready products at scale. Whether you bring a ready-to-produce CAD file (OEM) or only a sketch and concept (ODM), our team turns ideas into retail-grade recognition items—on time, on budget, and on brand.
What We Manufacture (Core Categories)
- Trophies & Plaques: Metal, crystal, acrylic/PMMA, and wood bases with laser engraving, UV print, and sandblasting.
- Medals & Ribbons: Zinc-alloy die-cast, brass stamped, iron stamped; soft/hard enamel, antique or satin plating; custom dye-sublimated ribbons (20/25/38 mm).
- Lapel Pins & Badges: Die-cast or stamped; soft enamel, hard enamel, epoxy dome, or imitation hard enamel; butterfly, rubber, or magnetic backs.
- Challenge Coins & Keychains: 2D/3D relief, cut-outs, dual plating, edge texturing.
- Acrylic & Crystal Awards: Optical-grade (e.g., K9 crystal) with beveled edges; color infill, embedded logos, light-up bases.
- Promotional Gifts: Lanyards, wristbands, PVC patches, desk accessories, premium packaging.
OEM/ODM Factory Focus: short-run customization for events, schools, leagues, marathons, esports, brand campaigns, and corporate service awards.
Why Brands Choose Us as Their OEM/ODM Supplier
1) Full-stack manufacturing under one roof
- Tooling & Molds: CNC programming, die-casting (zinc-alloy), stamping (brass/iron), laser cutting for acrylic.
- Surface Finishes: Gold, nickel, black nickel, antique brass/copper, gunmetal, matte, sandblast; PVD for premium scratch resistance.
- Graphics: UV printing, silk-screen, pad print, laser engraving, sandblasting, epoxy doming, color-fill enamel.
- Assembly & Kitting: Ribbons, boxes, foam inserts, label/barcode, drop-ship by kit or store set.
2) Design-for-Manufacturing (DFM) that protects your timeline
Send AI/CDR/PDF/SVG; we return 2D artwork + 3D preview with gate/parting suggestions, minimum stroke width for enamel, plating stackups, and fixture points—so the first article passes without costly rework.
3) Stable quality with measurable controls
- Incoming to Outgoing QC: AQL 2.5/4.0, 100% visual on plating and color, adhesion and salt-spray sampling as needed.
- Color Management: Pantone-matched enamels and UV inks; gloss and ΔE targets recorded per batch.
- Traceability: Lot numbers, photos, and inspection sheets linked to each PO.
4) Global-ready compliance & packaging
RoHS/REACH-minded raw materials, nickel-free options for skin contact, lead-safe paints; FSC packaging on request; standard retail barcoding and carton drop-tests.
Two Engagement Models: OEM & ODM
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
- You provide drawings/specs; we execute tooling, plating, color, and assembly.
- Best for franchise leagues, corporate programs, distributors with locked specs.
- Lead times: samples 5–7 days after artwork approval; mass 15–25 days depending on finish.
ODM (Original Design Manufacturer)
- You bring a theme or mood board; we propose shapes, materials, and finishes aligned to budget.
- Includes naming, inscription templates, and display solutions (boxes, foam, sleeves).
- Lead times: concept 2–4 days; prototype 7–10 days; mass production 20–30 days.
Typical MOQs
- Pins/coins/keychains: 100–300 pcs/design
- Medals with custom ribbon: 100–200 pcs/design
- Crystal/acrylic trophies: 1–10 pcs/model (mixed sizes allowed)
- Gift kits/packaging: 500–1000 sets (depending on print method)
Materials & Finishes (Buyers’ Cheat Sheet)
- Metals: Zamak-3/5 (die-cast), H62 brass (stamped), low-carbon steel/iron (economy).
- Non-metals: K9 crystal, optical acrylic (PMMA), beech/walnut bases, eco-PU for cases.
- Finishes: Bright/antique/brush; dual-tone plating; black nickel + gold for premium contrast.
- Color Systems: Soft enamel (textured), hard enamel (level), imitation hard enamel (cost-effective flat).
- Branding: Laser engraving for permanence, UV print for full color logos, sandblast for frosted crystal.
Lead Time & Logistics You Can Plan Around
- Artwork & DFM: 24–48 hours
- Tooling: 3–7 days (die-cast), 2–4 days (stamping)
- Sampling: 5–10 days depending on finish
- Mass Production: 15–30 days
- Shipping: FOB China, EXW, or DAP/DDP on request via UPS/FedEx/sea/rail.
Each shipment comes with packing list + photos, and we can split deliveries (priority air for launch, balance by sea).
Quality, Sustainability, and Brand Safety
- Management: ISO-style procedures; trained plating technicians and enamel colorists.
- Sustainability: Recycled brass where feasible, solvent-control in printing, carton right-sizing to cut waste.
- IP Protection: NDAs on request; watermarking and in-house sample room with controlled access.
Mini Case Snippets
- Marathon Series (ODM): Designed a lightweight zinc medal with dual-plating and cut-out city skyline. Reduced unit weight by 18% while increasing perceived depth using staged reliefs—saved freight and improved unboxing wow-factor.
- Corporate Tenure Awards (OEM): Standardized crystal trophy sizes (S/M/L) with universal bases; shared tooling across 12 SKUs cut lead time from 28 to 18 days.
- Retail Campaign Gift Set (ODM): Lanyard + enamel pin + acrylic stand in printed magnetic box. One-pass kitting with barcode, ready for store distribution.
How to Request a Fast Quote (What to Send)
- Product type (trophy/medal/pin/coin/plaque/gift set)
- Size & thickness, 2D/3D artwork (AI/CDR/PDF)
- Material & finish (e.g., zinc die-cast, antique gold, soft enamel)
- Colors (Pantone codes) and personalization (names/serials)
- Quantity by size/variant; target unit price or budget tier
- Packaging (OPP bag/velvet box/magnetic box) and shipping terms (FOB/DAP/DDP)
- Deadline/event date and destination country
- Compliance needs (RoHS/REACH, nickel-free, child-safe)
Reply with subject: “OEM/ODM Awards & Gifts – RFQ” and attach your file. We’ll return DFM + unit cost ladder + lead time the same day.
Your OEM/ODM Factory & Supplier for Awards That Win Hearts
From first sketch to the moment your customer opens the box, Glory Awards & Gifts acts as a factory-backed OEM/ODM supplier you can trust: stable plating, sharp colors, consistent engraving—and packaging that elevates your brand. Tell us your idea; we’ll build the sample that wins the project.