Features of Promotional Products

We have all heard of promotional products, used them to our advantage and seen enough of them in almost every shape and size. Be it pens, key rings, calendars, mouse mats, umbrellas, small stuff toys etc. all of them have made it to the promotional product category. Promotional products encompass a vast range of products. They have something or the other to offer to everyone. No matter what the kind of promotional product there is something in common in every promotional product. Every promotional item entails certain common features.

The very first feature that you'll find in every promotional product is that they carry the brand name and logo of the beneficiary. After all this is what promotional products are meant for, to endorse your brand name and logo along with other details if you want to. The only difference that can be seen is that where some promotional products are neant to carry company name and logo others also carry details like telephone number, contact address, URL address etc.

Another important feature of promotional product is that they offer some usage to the recipient. Promotional products like pens, mugs, umbrellas, mouse mats, key rings etc. offer utility in some form or the other. However, there might be some promotional product that might serve as mere showpieces.

A very important feature of promotional products is that they are relatively cheaper as compared to the conventional form of advertising. No matter how expensive a product you choose it will be far cheaper than running a full fledged ad campaign on either the print or the electronic medium. This is the reason why they have become the hot favorite as a medium of advertising in such a short time span.

Other very important feature of promotional product is that they create an impact that is long lasting rather than short-lived. Promotional products stay with your clients for a long time reminding them of the products and services provided by your organisation. Unlike the commercials that once off air are completely forgotten or the ad in the morning newspaper that is thrown in the dumps once it is read promotional products make their place for a long time to come.

Promotional products are highly beneficial and can help you cash in on new business opportunities.

Gareth Parkin is the co-founder of Ideasbynet, the UK's leading online promotional products and promotional gifts company based in the north of England. Established in 2001, he has taken the UK gift market by storm by the application of modern business thinking and the latest search engine marketing techniques. For more details visit promopros.com

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Promotional Tradeshow Products - Boost Your Stall Traffic

Every business today witnesses events on a regular basis. There are several events like conferences, seminars, product launches, luncheons, trade shows and many more. Trade shows make for a very important event these days. They give a platform for various products to be on display at the same time and allow for comparison. Trade shows are an important avenue to make business contacts, entice prospective interest groups and take your business forward. Trade shows can open up you to lucrative business opportunities. Thus considering the importance that trade shows have in the life cycle of a business one should put their best foot forward and make the very best out of it.

At trade shows you'll find free handouts being distributed by various organizations. This is more of a strategy than being a part and parcel of trade shows itself. If you distribute free giveaways at trade shows chances are that you are making the most out of the event. Distributing promotional products at trade shows is an all win-win situation for your business.

Every one likes to receive a gift. The concept of getting something for doing nothing entices everyone. Promotional products work as a reason for people to visit your stall. They might just not be interested in your product or service otherwise but a free gift can bring them to your stall. And once they are at your stall half the job is already done. Bringing customers or people to your stall is the most difficult task at a trade show and once they are there you can obviously entice them if you have good PR skills. And promotional products do the challenging part for you.

You need not distribute an extravagant item at trade shows to increase stall traffic. A simple promotional product like a pen, notepad, or a key chain can serve the purpose. Distributing promotional products at trade shows will not only boost your stall traffic but also help you create brand awareness as the promotional products you distribute as free giveaways carry your brand name and logo that will popularize your business.

So do not go empty handed to your next trade show. A small promotional product can get you huge gains. These days you can find several online suppliers for promotional products but go for the one that offers you the best deal.

Gareth Parkin is the co-founder of Ideasbynet, the UK's leading online promotional products and promotional gifts company based in the north of England. Established in 2001, he has taken the UK gift market by storm by the application of modern business thinking and the latest search engine marketing techniques. For more details visit www.promopros.com

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Deluxe Bottle Opener

Regular Price:

Qty.	150	250	500	1000	2500	Pack	Weight
STANDARD SERVICE	2.75	2.60	2.50	2.40	2.25	100	11 lbs.
3 DAY SERVICE	3.60	3.40	3.25	3.10	2.95	100	11 lbs.
* Prices in U.S. Currency

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Order Information:

• ** 1 Day Service Available **
• Laser Engraved; (Engraves Gold)
• Absolute Minimum: 100, $50.00(G)
• Includes 2-piece gift box.

Imprint Information:

• 1"W x 5/8"H

1 DAY SERVICE: Add 20% to 3 Day price (See General Info Page)

Laser Engraved Set-up Charge: $50.00(G), $25.00(G) on re-orders, price includes run charge

Absolute Minimum - 100 pieces: $50.00(G)

Mega Imprinted Bottle Opener

SM-9721 MEGA ALUMINUM BOTTLE OPENER

Regular Price:

Qty.	300	500	1000	2500	5000	Pack	Weight
STANDARD SERVICE	1.40	1.35	1.30	1.25	1.15	100	6 lbs.
3 DAY SERVICE	1.80	1.75	1.70	1.65	1.50	100	6 lbs.
* Prices in U.S. Currency

NEW!
* Opens bottles & flip-top cans Order Information:

• ** 1 Day Service Available **
• Laser Engraved
• Engraved White
• Absolute Minimum: 150, $50.00(G)
• Individually poly-bagged

Imprint Information:

• 1-3/4"W x 7/16"H per side

Absolute Minimum: 150 pieces: $50.00(G)

Addtl Color/Locations: $50.00(G) set-up plus .35(G) per piece run charge per color/location

Set-Up Charge: $50.00(G), $25.00(G) on re-orders, Price includes run charge on engraved orders

1 DAY SERVICE (See General Info Page): Add 20% to 3 Day price

Christmas promotions ideas- imprinted pens

THE YORK PEN GIFT SET

Regular Price:

Qty. 100 250 500 1000 2500 Pack Weight STANDARD SERVICE 10.25 10.00 9.75 9.50 9.25 100 39 lbs. 3 DAY SERVICE 13.35 13.00 12.70 12.35 12.05 100 39 lbs. * Prices in U.S. Currency * NEW! * Set includes SM-4008 & SM-4009 in SM-9014 gift box Order Information: ** 1 Day Service Available ** Laser Engraved; (Engraves Silver) Absolute Minimum: 100 sets Includes 2-piece gift box (SM-9016). 1 DAY SERVICE: Add 20% to 3 Day price (See General Info Page) Set-Up Charge (per item): $50.00(G), $25.00 on re-orders

The Dove Backback

SM-7547
THE DOVE BACKPACK

The dove backpack is perfect for team recognition or a youth sports association fund raiser. Swim teams, soccer clubs or high school classes will be able sell these back packs to raise money for their club.

This bag is the solution to your promotional program needs. Also great for a increasing business brand awareness.

Bags come in many colors including silver, orange, blue and yellow.

Regular Price:

Qty. 100 250 500 1000 2500 Pack Weight SILKSCREENED STANDARD SERVICE 6.00 5.75 5.50 5.25 4.95 40 40 lbs. SILKSCREENED 3 DAY SERVICE 7.80 7.50 7.15 6.85 6.45 40 40 lbs. * Prices in U.S. Currency

* NEW!
* Microfiber & air mesh
* Main compartment has drawstring rope to close
* Zippered inside pocket for iPod or MP# player with headphone slot
* Mesh back
* Item Size: 14"W x 18"H
Click here to customize this product now!

Order Information:

• ** 1 Day Service Available **
• Absolute Minimum: 100
• Silkscreened or Embroidered

Imprint Information:

• (Silkscreened): 8"W x 6"H
• (Embroidered on front - centered only): 4"W x 4"H

1 DAY SERVICE; available when silkscreened only: Add 20% to 3 Day price (See General Info Page)

Silkscreened Set Up Charge (per copy): 50.00(G), 25.00(G) on re-orders

Embroidered: Add $2.50(G) to silkscreened price

Additional Color/Location: 50.00(G) set-up plus .75(G), per piece run charge per color/location

Unique Imprinted Stapler Makes Great Office Promotion

SM-3218 FULL SIZE STAND-UP STAPLER


* Rubber grips
* Standard staples Click here to customize this product now! Order Information:

• Absolute Minimum: 100; $50.00(G)
• Individually boxed

Imprint Information:

• (Front): 3/4"W x 1-1/2"H
• (Back): 3/4"W x 2"H

Set Up Charge (per copy): $50.00(G), $25.00(G) on re-orders

Addl Color/Location per color/location: $50.00(G) plus $.50(G) per piece run charge per color/location

Absolute Minimum - 100: $50.00(G)

Regular Price:

Qty.	150	250	500	1000	2500	Pack	Weight
STANDARD SERVICE	3.35	3.20	3.10	3.00	2.85	48	28 lbs.
3 DAY SERVICE	4.35	4.15	4.05	3.90	3.70	48	28 lbs.
* Prices in U.S. Currency