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Reusable Name Plates – Daily Specials

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There’s a lot you can do with the changeable names on reusable name plates. What’s often overlooked is their ability to provide different information to customers each day. This ability could be very helpful for restaurants to show different daily specials in a very professional manner. The same holds true for high end coffee shops that change the brews they offer from day to day or even hour to hour.

Surely you’ve seen specials just written on a scrap of paper and haphazardly posted somewhere around a restaurant. Did this detract from the customer experience for you? Wouldn’t it be better if they were displayed on something that better represented the restaurant?

Reusable name plates can be printed out on transparency sheets and be saved to cycle back through if it’s a recurring special. In the example we have shown above, we have printed a two color logo and ‘Soup of the Day’ onto the metal. The transparencies were printed and slid into place for the two different soups.

We really think that utilizing reusable name plates could help make your establishment stand out. On top of that, they could be a huge time saver if you’re constantly switching things out.

Come get your personalized reusable name plates today and see what they can do for you!

Vinyl Badge Holders Are Awesome!

One of our unsung heroes here at Coller Industries, Inc. are the vinyl badge holders. They are quite versatile, and are appropriate for almost any situation. They would be perfect for a conference, or a reunion! They are clear vinyl with your choice of fastener on the back. Once you fill them with paper or card stock they become a name badge!

We have several sizes to choose from. Our two most popular sizes are 2.25×3.5, and 3×4. The sizes listed are horizontal, but we also have vertical, and many more sizes to choose from.

We also offer sheets of card stock with perforated edges that match the size of the badges. We have several colors, and we are confident that our material is the best out there. We also offer templates for the printing process so it goes smoothly and easily.

You can print virtually anything on the badges from names to logos to photos. So long as you have the printer capabilities the possibilities are vast.

We also have a large variety of fasteners you can choose from. Our most popular fasteners are our magnets, however you can also choose from a pin, a clip, a double clutch, or a pin/clip combo.

We would love to help with your event! Give us a call or click the link below!

Halloween Decorations

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With Halloween just around the corner, many people are scrambling for ideas for their costumes and decorations. Some costumes, such as those that mimic uniforms work well with a name tag as an accessory. The inclusion of a name tag can be a cost effective method of turning some plain clothing into a costume.

We’ve seen quite a few Halloween name tags come through over the years. Here are a few examples we put together. Something like a “Beware of Monsters” sign could be used year after year for your decorations.

The sky is the limit for the tags and signs you could create. Let us help you make a more memorable Halloween this year.

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The Rules of Adhesive Name Tags at Conferences

For conferences, meetings and events, adhesive name badges are a must have. Not only do you eliminate the chance of misspelling attendees’ names (they will just write them), but they are also inexpensive.

But even so, there is proper etiquette for adhesive name badges in these situations. As an event or conference host, it is your responsibility to make sure your attendees are wearing their name tags appropriately.

Dictate where you want your attendees to wear their name tag. When you hand the name tags to your attendees so they can write their names, simply say, “Please wear your name tag on the upper right side of your shirt,” or wherever you think is best. This creates uniformity at the event, and people will not have to scan an entire person’s body to find their name tag.

Writing Names on Adhesive Name Badges

Ask your attendees to write their name big (but not too big). Nothing is worse than awkward squinting or staring in order to read a name.

Use black markers. Skip bright and lighter colors, and make it simple with black ink. Make sure the tip of the marker is not too thick to ensure cleanliness. Black may seem boring, but at the end of the day it makes the name tags easy to read and professional looking.

If you see someone whose name tag has been crinkled or ripped throughout the day, replace it. Keep them fresh and clean, even if it means having to order extras.

For the sake of uniformity, it is not proper etiquette for event attendees to wear name tags they brought from home. At conferences and events, name tags often serve as an equalizer for all of the attendees, so letting someone be flashy might throw off the vibe of the entire day.

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adhesive name badge sheets in five different colors

Which Name Tag Fastener is Right for You?

You’ve chosen what name tag you want, designed your logo and made a list of the names you need printed on them. There’s still one crucial part of the name tag equation left: choosing a fastener. It’s not a decision that should be taken lightly, as different occasions and environments call for certain fasteners. Work attire and uniforms should be taken into consideration as well.

The fastener you choose will directly impact the appearance of the name tag, so choose carefully!

Magnet Fastener
Pros: Of all our fasteners, magnetic is the most popular. A strong magnetic current secures the name tag in place, but without snagging or pinning holes in the material.
Cons: If the name tag is hit or caught on something, it could be displaced and you might lose one side of the magnetic fastener.

Pin Fastener
Pros: Tried, tested and true, the pin fastener is simple and effective. Just pin it to your pocket or shirt, and your name tag will stay put. It won’t be dislodged unless the pin is accidentally unhooked, which is unlikely.
Cons: It might poke holes in your shirt or pocket. This isn’t a problem if your uniform or attire is made of heavy duty material, but if you’re wearing something more delicate, the pin might snag it.

Swivel Bulldog Clip
Pros: This fastener easily clips onto pockets and lanyards, securing your name tag without having to pin it through a shirt or fixate the magnets to stay put.
Cons: If you’re not wearing a lanyard, a jacket or pants with pockets then you’re out of luck. You want to avoid placing the name tag in an awkward place.

Double Clutch Fastener
Pros: Two pins are better than one. Double clutch pins stabilize the name tag, preventing it from getting bent or hanging on the shirt too much. With even support on both sides, the name tag won’t flop or droop.
Cons: Like the regular pin clip fastener, double clutch fasteners can snag or create holes in the material it’s pinned on.