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Acrylic Pocket Clip
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A clear acrylic attachment to display a badge and nameplate on a suit/coat pocket.
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Applied Panel Badge (Layered Badge)
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Badges composed of several pieces soldered together, offering unique styles.
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Authorization Rush Code
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A code provided by Smith & Warren to authorize the rush service, valid for 24 hours.
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Badge Attachment
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The method used to affix a badge to a uniform, hat, wallet, or other items.
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Badge Importance
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The badge is a crucial identifying component of any public safety uniform. The badge is also the symbol of their profession, oath, and responsibility. The badge is also a symbol of the department's brand that becomes recognizable to the public and community it serves.
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BadgeStudio
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Smith & Warren's professional concept badge design service.
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Center Seal
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An emblem typically located in the center of the badge. Options include stock seal designs and custom seals.
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Clutch Back
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Comprises short pins with butterfly clutches, suitable for insignia and nameplates.
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Collar Brass
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Metal insignias are worn on the collar of a uniform.
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Concept Design/Full Custom Badge
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A badge designed from scratch, tailored to an organization's specific needs and preferences. See: BadgeStudio
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Custom Badge
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A badge tailored to specific preferences and needs.
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Custom Badge Price Range
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The cost of a custom badge can range from $75.00 to $250.00, depending on various factors.
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Custom Badge Production Time
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The duration it takes to manufacture a custom badge usually ranges from 30 – 45 days.
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Custom Center Seal
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A center seal specifically designed for an organization. Typically based on a patch, logo, and town/city seal.
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Die Struck + Enamel
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A method where the logo is depicted as a combination of metal and enamel.
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Enamel Type
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A method of coloring the text on a metal badge. Types include soft enamel (indented appearance) and hard enamel (flush appearance with the badge's surface).
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Finishes and Materials
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Badges can have finishes like gold, silver, or a combination of both (two-tone). The type of finish is a foundational cost factor.
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Glue in Leather
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Referred to as a permanent mount or glue-in leather, this is the ideal attachment for a flat badge that will only be used in a custom-cut credential case, wallet, belt clip, or neck chain holder. This attachment method provides the lowest profile of any option when using the badge in a leather accessory or wallet.
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Hard Enamel
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Glass fused to metal, giving a flush appearance with the badge's surface.
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Lugs
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An attachment that consists of 2 posts with holes affixed to the back of the badge. A large safety pin is inserted through the holes in the post to secure the badge to the uniform. Use of this attachment requires uniform shirts/coats designed to accept it.
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Metal Finish
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A decorative electroplated finish that is available in gold, silver, rhodium, gol-ray, sil-ray, nickel, and two-tone finishes.
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Non-Abrasive Surface Cleaner
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Cleaners that don't contain abrasive particles and are safe for delicate surfaces.
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One Piece Badge
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Made from one piece of metal, generally makes the badge lighter in weight.
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Personalized Badge
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A badge designed using existing templates with customizable options.
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Refurbishment
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The process of restoring a badge to its original condition.
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Rush Program
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An expedited service offered by Smith & Warren for faster badge manufacturing.
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Screw Back
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Predominantly used for attaching badges to hats.
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Shell Back Badge
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A backing of a badge that has a hollow look. They are made up of less volume of metal, resulting in a lighter-weight badge.
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Soft Enamel
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A type of enamel that is applied by brush or syringe that appears indented on the badge.
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Solid Back Badge
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A backing of a badge that has a smooth sand-blast finish.
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Text/Lettering
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The lettering or text added to the badge, with choices for font and color.
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VisualBadge
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A program that lets you easily design and build your badge or uniform insignia step by step. Everything is customizable, including finish, text, seals, enamel colors, and finish.
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Wallet Clip
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A metal slide soldered to the back of the badge, ideal for securing badges in wallets.
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