Artwork
How do I upload logos and details
This is done at the checkout or enquiry form.
You can also email files to sales@premierawards.com.au
What type of logo file do you need?
For any engraving process:
The best type of logo/graphic file is a vectorized eps file (eps, ai,cdr,pdf). Other file formats are acceptable but may incur artwork vectorisation charges.
For simple colour print reproduction:
Any high-quality file such as Jpg, Bmp or Tif are acceptable.
Marketing and advertising departments in your company or your organisation's print or Sign Company will have the correct type of file that we need to get you the very best results.
How should I provide the recipients names?
We prefer this information to be sent to us in Excel or Word format so we can directly import the information to your art proof. These files can be uploaded at the time of check out or enquiry or you can email them later. If you do send them later, please tell us when we can expect them so we can schedule it in.
Oh, and yes; scribbled out on the back of an old envelope is acceptable if that's all you have but may incur typesetting charges for big lists.
When do you need the engraving details
Get the detail to us as soon as you can. Ideally when you place the order but if you don’t have the details right away, please tell us roughly when you will have so production can plan for it.
Will you send art proofs for sign off?
We provide art proofs for everything except trophy plate engraving
We usually send art proofs out the day after we receive all your details. When extremely busy this may take two days, but we are always mindful of your deadline. We never miss deadlines!
Once you receive the art proof, please check it thoroughly and send back with comments or sign off to proceed to manufacture. Once you have signed off, we will take the number of production days that is noted on the product page unless it is a huge order, or you have made prior arrangements with us.
We offer two free artwork design changes for each order.
What is a a Vector File?
There are two types of computer graphics files: Rastor and Vector.
Rastor Files are made up of many tiny dots (pixels) to form an image. These files are commonly jpeg, png, tiff, bmp. If you enlarge a rastor file from it's original size it becomes blurry. So alway best to have an original high resolution file to start with.
Vector files are not made up of pixels, they are made with graphic lines. These files can be manipulated.
- When you enlarge the file it stays sharp, un;like a rastor file
- You can manipulate the colours individually in the production process so that close colour matches can be made.
Further Reference:
What kind of 3D graphics files can I supply for reproduction?
When we are producing a 3D crystal that has three-dimensional images internally laser engraved. We can create the 3D image for you from photographs supplied by you. We need images of all sides of the object to get a good 3d Drawing. If the object is highly complex such as a turbine motor or complicates architectural building, we will get the detail as close as possible but cannot guarantee precise exact replication. In most cases, the engraved item will be quite small, and some fine detail will be hard to see anyway.
If you can provide a 3D computer file this is the best way of getting exact replication. 3D graphics files should be converted to .dxf files before sending. Files should be no larger than 350MB. If the file is larger than 350MB the file should be broken up into multiple files that can be then opened and re-constructed by our 3D graphics contractors.
If you cannot provide a 3D .dxf file and we are required to draw a complex 3D image for you please allow 2 weeks for the artwork task so we can provide you with art proof and refine to your instruction.
Colour Info
Can colour be included in the design?
In most cases, yes. We utilise the highest tech engraving, colour fill, and printing processes, as well as state of the art full colour Pantone (PMS) and CMYK matching printing systems. For PMS colour matching, changes may apply.
When a crystal, glass, or acrylic trophy has a base, this item is only offered with engraving, as the base width excludes it from being laid into the colour printer.
Can you match PMS Colours?
Yes, we can in most processes. In any of our colour processes, we can create a close match to your PMS colour requirement. A small colour matching setup charge is involved when colour matching.
Exceptions
Some print processes, such as Sublimation Printing, are translucent prints, so the background colour affects the print colour. Light colours may not be exact matches.
What is a PMS Colour?
Pantone Colour Matching is a global colour matching standard used by the printing industry to recognise and reference colour. Many organisations assign their corporate colours a specific PMS number, and your marketing department or agency will likely be able to provide this detail to you.