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Types Of Custom Badges For Branding
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Embossed Aluminum Badges
Quick Quote- Use 2D or 3D metal logos to quickly seize attention.
- Choose from a wide range of decorative finishes.
- Aluminum is recyclable, making it an eco-friendly choice.
- Minimum Order Quantity: 100
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Forged Aluminum Badges
Quick Quote- Create shapes not possible with stamping or embossing.
- Produce deep, dimensional logos, text and borders.
- Turn heads by combining with premier surface finishes.
- Minimum Order Quantity: 100
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Die Cast Zinc Badges
Quick Quote- Create multi-level, sculpted, or dimensional logos.
- Capture fine details, sharp edges, and intricate shapes.
- Enameling adds vivid, lasting color to recessed areas.
- Minimum Order Quantity: 100
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Electroformed Badges
Quick Quote- The premier choice for high-end product branding.
- Available in flat 2D or dimensional 3D to match your vision.
- Capture extremely fine lines, intricate logos, and sharp edges.
- Minimum Order Quantity: 100
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Stainless Steel Badges
Quick Quote- Etch and color fill with automotive-grade paints for vivid detail.
- Stand strong against rain, salt, humidity, and more!
- Extreme heat resistance keeps your product performing.
- Minimum Order Quantity 100
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Brass Badges
Quick Quote- Exude luxury with durable, rich gold-toned finish.
- Etched, engraved, or embossed for striking detail.
- Brass' solid weight & smooth touch sparks their senses.
- Minimum Order Quantity: 100
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Injection Molded Badges
Quick Quote- Best suited for large volumes due to upfront tooling.
- Design branding with complex curves, textures, and 3D effects.
- Shock consumers using bold colors or radiant chrome finishes.
- Minimum Order Quantity: 250
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Rubber Badges
Quick Quote- Rubber bends without breaking, keeping its shape.
- Soft, easy to apply, and welcoming in feel.
- Colors mixed into the rubber for long-lasting vibrance.
- Minimum Order Quantity: 100
Why Trailblazer Is The Best Place Buy Emblem Badges
Free 2-Day Shipping
Free 2-Day FedEx shipping on all domestic orders (US).
Unbeatable Guarantee
We remake your emblem badges if you're not completely happy with them!
On-Time Delivery
We promise your orders arrive on time or you get 50% off!
Free Product Samples
Test the quality of our emblems for yourself and compare them to the competition.
NO Hidden Fees Ever
No-Hidden-Fees Policy - Never pay more than the quoted amount.
Free Artwork Set-Up
Human-Assisted Proofing - Quality proofing by real people.
Multi-Design Discount
Save BIG using the same mold to design different badges for different products.
10% Referral Discount
Refer anyone and get 10% OFF after they place their first order!
Make Your Own Custom Logo Badges
Pick A Badge Style
Choose the custom badge style that best suits your idea, purpose or liking best.
Submit Quote Request
Submit a quote request along with your artwork and any additional information.
Customize Your Badge
One of our experts helps you customize your emblem giving you options for adding dimension, sizing, borders, attachments and more.
Approve The Sample
Review your logo badge artwork and confirm. Nothing moves forward until we get your approval.
Receive Your Order
Your finished logo emblem order is delivered. Enjoy custom products that are built to last!
Popular Custom Badge Options
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Car Badges -
Boat Badges
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Equipment Badges
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Electronics Badges
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Furniture Badges
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Motorcycle Badges
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Truck Badges
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HVAC Badges
Try Before You Buy
Curious what our badges look & feel like up close and personal? Request your FREE samples below. Compare them to the competition. See for yourself why iconic brands use Trailblazer.
Surface Decoration For Custom Badges
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Brushing
Brushing is a process where fine lines are applied to the metal's surface, creating a smooth satin finish.
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Painting
Painting adds vibrant colors to different materials through spraying or injection.
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Antiquing
Antiquing darkens recessed areas of a badge or nameplate to create depth, contrast, and a vintage look.
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Anodizing
A durable finish for aluminum, anodizing is available in every color but snow white.
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Printing
Printing adds your logos or graphics onto materials using ink or other pigment, bringing your designs to life.
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Diamond Cutting
Diamond cutting carves precise lines that catch the light for a jewel-like effect.
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Doming
Automotive-grade polyurethane resin to create a protective, clear, glossy 3D dome.
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Pearlescent
Pearlescent, also know as metallic flake, adds depth and shimmer for a premier look.
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Matte Finish
A smooth, glare-free finish that subtly highlights your design's details.
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Gloss Finish
Chrome plating adds a shiny, mirror-like layer that makes your emblem look premier and protects it from wear and rust.
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Textures
Craft unique textures and patterns directly onto the material’s surface, creating a one-of-a-kind badges.
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Chrome Plating
A brilliant, reflective metal finish that radiates luxury and can be enhanced with vivid colors through spraying or injection.
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PVD
PVD is a premium coating that adds a tough finish and can be done in any color or mimic the look of chrome.
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Sandblasting
Sandblasting creates vivid contrast by texturing the recessed areas and polishing the raised surfaces to a mirror finish.
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Enameling
Enameling fills the recessed areas with shockingly vivid color, a timeless craft often paired with plating to give badges depth, richness, and lasting allure.
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Gold Plating
Coating a thin layer of real gold, giving it a rich, corrosion-resistant shine that conveys luxury, durability, and prestige in any setting.
Attachment Options For Custom Badges
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Adhesives
Chose from a huge selection of adhesives carefully matched to your product’s material, surface, and environment, ensuring a perfect fit for your unique needs.
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Mounting Holes
Fully custom mounting holes for easy, secure installation. Multiple holes can be added with fully custom diameters to match your installation needs.
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Tabs
Select from sharp or flat tabs that can be molded as part of the piece or welded on, depending on the material and process being used.
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Magnetic
Magnetic backing offers a clean, reusable attachment. Most commonly used for name badges when pins or adhesives aren’t desired.
Custom Emblem Badge Shapes
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Square
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Rectangular
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Circular
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Oval
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Die Cut
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Custom Metal Badges vs. Custom Plastic Badges
Metal Badges
Appearance
Premium, solid, and heavy with a high-end metallic appearance.
Durability
Extremely durable and resistant to heat, UV, weather, and impact.
Weight
Certain metal can be heavy and substantial, reinforcing a sense of quality.
Costs
Generally higher material and tooling cost. Best for brands looking for high-end product branding.
Detail Capability
Extreme precision with electroformed, etched or die cast details.
Plastic Badges
Appearance
Lightweight with smooth or textured finishes. Can imitate metal and use bold colors.
Durability
Durable indoor and outdoor use. Certain plastics fade or warp with UV or high heat.
Weight
Very light and flexible for easy application on curved, contoured, or delicate surfaces.
Costs
Lower tooling (molding not included) costs and faster production. Great for small and large volumes.
Detail Capability
Excellent 3D depth, flexibility and complex shapes using injection molding.
Drive Long-Term Sales With Custom Metal Logos
Greater Brand Visibility
Metal embossed logos on your products make your brand instantly recognizable, instantly seizing attention and driving long-term sales.
Tap Consumer's Deepest Desires
Use your branding to tap into consumer psychology, making your products look & feel more valuable, boosting both sales and profit margins.
Share Key Product Details
Use plastic or metal emblems to share key details like serial numbers, certifications, and safety info to build consumer trust & ensure compliance.
Turn Your Products Into Winners
When customers see your brand often, it becomes familiar to them. That familiarity keeps them coming back for repeat purchases.
Consultation Services
Badge Analysis
Identify and analyze your current design and spot areas of improvement for mass production.
Branding Strategy
Collaborate and develop a tailored branding strategy with our specialists to meet your needs and goals.
Cost Optimization
Save more with cost-optimized strategies like using alternative materials, processes and reducing waste.
Supply Chain Optimization
Analyze and improve your existing supply chain for the most efficient procurement network.
Design Services
Engineering & Design
Tailor your badge's design and structures to your product needs with the help of dedicated engineers.
Badge Artwork Design
Work with designers to create stunning artwork designs made to complement your branding.
3D Modeling
Bring your vision to life with custom 3D drawings crafted from scratch by our in-house designers for a small fee.
Prototyping Services
Prototyping & Sampling
Test and tweak your designs with pre-production samples to bring your vision to life before producing in mass.
Durability Testing
Run critical tests such as the Neutral Salt Spray (NSS) test to confirm your badges endure even the toughest conditions.
Material Optimization
Utilize the adequate materials to reduce production wastes, material costs and improve efficiency.
Production Services
Strategic Sourcing
Strategically sourced raw materials to fabricate premier branding products that endure.
Managed Manufacturing
Manufacture your product branding at managed facilities with strict quality control and guaranteed results.
Multi-Badge Ordering
Design and develop badges, nameplates, labels, and tags for all your product lines in one place with Trailblazer.
Quality Control Assurance
Have confidence in your branding materials though managed rigid quality control throughout the entire process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average lead-time?
Sample Lead Time: 21-28 days from the time we receive artwork approval.
Production Lead Time: 28-35 days from time we receive sample approval. If no sample is required the total lead time is 28-35 days.
What is the most common type of badge used for branding?
Embossed Aluminum Badges
Lightweight, durable, and built to last. Favored for bold, performance branding.
- Extremely durable and corrosion-resistant
- Offers the widest range of surface decorating options
- More cost friendly than most other manufacturing methods
- Made from 100% recyclable aluminum
What shapes are available?
Available shape options include:
- Square
- Rectangular
- Round
- Oval
- Custom
What is the minimum order quantity?
Minimum Order Quantities:
- Metal Badges – 100 pcs
- Plastic (Polyester, Polycarbonate, Vinyl) – 100 pcs
- Plastic (Injection-Molded ABS) – 250 pcs
Do you offer free shipping?
All order shipping within the United States are free using either FedEx or UPS.
Do you offer stock dies to help reduce tooling costs?
We offer stock dies in a variety of common shapes and sizes to help reduce tooling costs and speed up production. Contact us for a list.
Can I pay in installments?
We accept installment payments. 50% due before production with the remaining 50% due before shipment. We accept as low as
at the start and the balance before shipping.