Customization
Professional Customized Medals Manufacturer & Supplier
With over 20 years of metal medal manufacturing experience, QIYI Medals owns full in-house production lines including mold carving, die casting, electroplating, soft enamel filling and UV printing. We build a complete customization system for all medal scenarios: marathon finishers, school sports, graduation, corporate recognition and brand events. We have created exclusive award medals for more than 2000 global clients across North America, UK, Australia and Europe. As a genuine source factory without middlemen, we are your reliable long-term custom medal partner.
Common Troubles When Customizing Medals
Most factories set high minimum orders and charge high mold fees for small event batches. Small-scale organizers can' t afford extra costs and have to give up personalized exclusive medal designs.
Suppliers fail to update real-time production progress. You can' t track each manufacturing step, leading to unexpected delays that ruin your fixed competition or ceremony schedule.
Standard ready-made medals look identical across all events. They cannot integrate your event theme, brand logos or unique cultural elements, lacking distinctive memory points.
Ordinary manufacturers only offer basic flat enamel crafts. They lack mature technology to deliver complex effects like 3D relief, rotating spinner, hollow cutout and full-color UV printing.
Unskilled workers cause uneven enamel filling, color overflow and oxidized plating. Large batches often have obvious color differences, damaging your event' s overall image.
Many suppliers reply messages slowly and lack professional designers. You need to wait days for simple drafts, and repeated revisions take huge amounts of your time.
Dual Customization Modes To Match All Your Demands
QIYI Medals develops two differentiated customization solutions to solve all medal procurement pain points: Quick Customization based on mature pre-made molds for fast, low-cost small orders; Deep ODM Customization for exclusive original medals from zero concept, perfect for high-end events and brand exclusive series.
Fit for small races, school sports meets, trial bulk orders, urgent events with tight deadlines.
✓ Zero extra mold fee based on thousands of in-stock medal molds.
✓ MOQ starts at only 100pcs, negotiable for tiny trial batches.
✓ Free minor design adjustment: text, logo, Pantone color, lanyard printing.
✓ Fast timeline: 3–5 days digital proof, 7–15 days mass production.
✓ Standard crafts: soft enamel, single-sided emboss, regular plating.
✓ MOQ starts at only 100pcs, negotiable for tiny trial batches.
✓ Free minor design adjustment: text, logo, Pantone color, lanyard printing.
✓ Fast timeline: 3–5 days digital proof, 7–15 days mass production.
✓ Standard crafts: soft enamel, single-sided emboss, regular plating.
Fit for large marathons, corporate annual awards, premium brand commemorative series, national sports tournaments.
✓ Free unlimited 3D design drafts & free design revisions until satisfaction.
✓ 100% exclusive custom molds, no shared design with other clients.
✓ Support all advanced special crafts: double-sided 3D, rotating spinner, hollow cutout, UV gradient photo printing, dual-tone electroplating.
✓ Dedicated project manager follows up every production stage.
✓ 100% exclusive custom molds, no shared design with other clients.
✓ Support all advanced special crafts: double-sided 3D, rotating spinner, hollow cutout, UV gradient photo printing, dual-tone electroplating.
✓ Dedicated project manager follows up every production stage.
Transparent 6-Step Custom Medal Production Workflow
Demand Communication
Send us your event theme, quantity, size, budget & deadline. Our sales reply within 2 hours and offer professional medal design suggestions.
Design & Quotation Confirmation
Our senior designer creates free digital mockups / 3D renderings. We lock material, craft, price & lead time in formal quotation.
Sample Making & Approval
Quick mold samples take 3–5 days; ODM exclusive samples take 7–10 days. We send sample photos/videos for your full confirmation before mass order.
Mass Production Arrangement
Start manufacturing after sample approval, real-time production photos updated to you every week. Strict mold, casting & polishing inspection during processing.
Six-Stage Full Quality Control
Inspect raw material, mold precision, plating finish, enamel coloring, structure & accessories one by one, reject all defective semi-finished products.
Packaging & Global Delivery
Custom packing as your request, support DHL/FedEx express, air freight & sea freight with full tracking number for worldwide shipment.
Custom Medal Solutions For Different Global Buyers
We provide tailored medal customization solutions for five core global buyers including sports event organizers, schools, corporates, gift wholesalers and local sports stores to meet their unique procurement demands.
Demand large-volume finish medals, spinner & 3D creative designs, strict on-time delivery for race day. Our dual customization modes fit 5K, half marathon, triathlon and cycling competitions.
Need affordable sports day medals, graduation honor awards, safe eco materials complying with EU REACH standards, flexible small batch bulk orders every semester.
Require high-end recognition medals for annual staff awards, brand anniversary activities, customized luxury packaging to upgrade brand image via premium metal trophies & medals.
Need stable repeat supply, mixed styles & mixed colors, low trial MOQ, competitive factory direct price without middle markup.
Wide stock mold selection for quick restock, fast sample support, flexible rush production for scattered small event orders.
Why Choose QIYI Medals For Medal Customization
Factory direct pricing, reliable qualification, full QC and flexible fast delivery for all custom medals.
Full in-house integrated production from mold to packaging, no middlemen. Skilled technicians & stable supply chain cut extra costs for favorable ex-factory rates.
We follow strict production standards, fully comply with global export eco material rules, with standardized factory management for long-term reliable cooperation.
Six sequential QC checks through all manufacturing stages. All finished medals need manager signature before shipment to eliminate defective goods.
Separate quick & deep custom timelines, rush order production available. Multiple shipping options to guarantee on-time delivery for all event deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions About Medal Customized Services
1
Do you provide OEM & ODM medal customization services?
Yes. We support two complete service systems: quick OEM modification based on existing molds and full ODM original design from zero concept, covering all personalized medal demands for global clients.
2
What is your MOQ for custom medals?
For quick ready-mold customization, MOQ starts at 100pcs, negotiable for trial small orders. For exclusive ODM new mold customization, standard MOQ is 500pcs with flexible policy for startup brands.
3
How long is the sample and mass production lead time?
Ready-mold samples take 3–5 working days, bulk orders take 7–15 days. Original ODM samples need 7–10 days, mass production finishes 25–35 days after sample confirmation. Rush production is available for urgent events.
4
What custom elements can I adjust on the medals?
We support customization on material, shape, size, plating finish, enamel color, 3D relief structure, brand logo, printed lanyards and gift packaging as shown in our customization list above.
5
How do you guarantee consistent quality of mass medals compared with samples?
We implement six full-process QC procedures, inspect every batch semi-finished product during production, and conduct 100% visual inspection before packaging to keep all bulk goods consistent with confirmed samples.
6
What is the difference between ready-mold OEM customization and full ODM customization?
Ready-mold OEM customization adapts an existing medal shape or structure with your logo, colors, text, ribbon and packaging, usually reducing tooling and lead time. Full ODM customization develops an original shape, relief and construction from your concept, providing greater design freedom but requiring additional design and mold-development stages.
7
What information is needed to start an ODM medal project?
Provide the intended use, quantity, target price range, deadline, destination, preferred dimensions and material, brand assets, required text, reference images and any functional ideas. A clear priority list—such as premium weight, sustainable material or fast delivery—helps the team recommend the right structure and process.
8
Can you sign an NDA before reviewing confidential designs?
Confidentiality requirements can be discussed before files are shared. If an NDA is needed, send your proposed agreement or request the supplier’s standard terms so both parties can confirm the protected information, permitted use and project contacts.
9
How many design revisions are available before artwork approval?
Revision scope depends on the project and quotation. To keep development efficient, consolidate feedback from all stakeholders and provide one clear revision list for each round. Mold making should begin only after the final dimensions, artwork, colors and construction are approved.
10
How are Pantone colors, plating and surface finishes approved?
Provide Pantone references for enamel and printed elements, and select plating from available finish samples or reference photos. Because metal texture, lighting and screen display can affect appearance, a physical sample is the best approval method when exact color or finish matching is critical.
11
Can an existing medal design be modified without creating a completely new mold?
Often, yes. Text, printed graphics, enamel colors, ribbon and packaging may be adjusted on a compatible existing structure. Changes to the outer shape, deep relief, cut-outs or mechanical features may require new tooling; the design must be reviewed to confirm what can be retained.
12
What special structures and effects can be developed for ODM medals?
Options may include multi-level 3D relief, hollow cut-outs, layered or hinged pieces, spinners, sliders, magnets, glow or glitter enamel, translucent color, UV printing and mixed plating. Feasibility depends on thickness, tolerances, assembly strength, safety and target budget.
13
Can you develop sustainable or lower-impact medal options?
Material and packaging alternatives can be explored, such as recycled-content metal where available, wood, reduced-plastic packing, paper-based boxes or reusable pouches. Ask for available documentation and confirm that the chosen option still meets the required appearance, strength and delivery schedule.
14
What happens if the pre-production sample needs changes?
Document each requested change and confirm whether it affects artwork, tooling, material, finish, cost or schedule. Minor color or print adjustments may be simpler, while structural changes can require mold modification or a new sample. Mass production should proceed only after the revised approval is recorded.
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Who owns the custom artwork and production mold after the order?
Artwork, tooling use and ownership should be stated in the quotation or order agreement before payment. Confirm whether mold fees cover exclusive use, how long tooling will be retained, whether repeat orders can reuse it and what restrictions apply to third-party or trademarked content.
Ready to Start Your Custom Medal Project?
Fill out the inquiry form and our team will get back to you within 1-2 hours with a detailed quote and free design draft. No obligation, no pressure — just honest pricing and expert advice.
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QIYI Medals is a leading custom medal manufacturer, offering high-quality, personalized medals for marathons, sports events, corporate awards, and school ceremonies.
Contact Person: Mr. Zhang
Phone: +86 18925339753
Email: zsqiyi@vip.126.com
WhatsApp: +86 18925339753
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