Custom Medals Manufacturing Process: From Design to Finished Product
Inside TechArt’s Professional Medal Production Workflow
Custom medals are more than decorative items — they represent achievement, honor, and brand value. Behind every high-quality medal lies a precise and well-controlled manufacturing process.
As a professional OEM custom medal manufacturer, TechArt provides a fully integrated production workflow, from initial concept to finished product delivery. This article explains the complete custom medals manufacturing process, helping buyers understand what happens behind the scenes and how quality is ensured at every step.
1. Design Concept & Artwork Preparation
Every custom medal project begins with a design idea.
Clients may provide:
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A logo or brand guideline
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A sketch or reference image
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A complete artwork file
At TechArt, our in-house design and engineering team reviews each design to ensure it is manufacturable, cost-effective, and visually optimized for metal production.
Key checks at this stage include:
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Medal size and thickness
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Relief depth and 3D structure
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Text legibility
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Color separation for enamel or printing
Professional technical feedback at this stage helps prevent costly revisions later.
2. Material Selection & Manufacturing Method
Choosing the right material and process is critical to the final look and feel of the medal.
Common Materials Used in Custom Medals
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Zinc Alloy – versatile, ideal for complex shapes
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Brass – premium feel, sharp details
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Copper – balanced durability and appearance
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Iron – cost-effective for simple designs
Manufacturing Methods
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Die Casting – best for complex 3D designs
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Die Striking (Stamping) – crisp lines and premium finish
At TechArt, material and process recommendations are based on design requirements, budget, and intended use, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
3. Mold Making & Tooling Development
Once the design and specifications are confirmed, mold development begins.
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CNC engraving ensures accurate detailing
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Mold steel is selected based on production volume
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Test impressions are conducted before mass use
Mold accuracy directly affects:
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Detail sharpness
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Surface smoothness
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Consistency across large production runs
This is a core capability of experienced medal factories.
4. Medal Forming: Casting or Striking
With molds ready, medals are formed using the selected process:
Die Casting
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Molten metal injected into the mold
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Ideal for deep relief and irregular shapes
Die Striking
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Metal blanks pressed under high pressure
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Produces clean edges and traditional medal appearance
TechArt operates multiple automated production lines to ensure stable output and consistent quality, even for large-scale international orders.
5. Trimming, Polishing & Surface Preparation
After forming, medals undergo:
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Edge trimming and burr removal
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Mechanical polishing
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Manual inspection
This step determines how smooth and refined the medal feels in hand — a detail often noticed immediately by end users.
6. Electroplating & Surface Finishing
Plating enhances both durability and visual impact.
Popular Plating Options
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Gold, silver, antique bronze
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Black nickel
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Dual or matte plating
At TechArt, plating thickness and color consistency are strictly controlled to prevent fading, uneven tone, or surface defects.
7. Coloring, Enamel Filling & Printing
Depending on the design, medals may include:
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Soft enamel
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Imitation hard enamel
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Screen printing
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UV or offset printing
Each coloring method is applied by trained technicians to ensure accurate color matching and long-term durability.
8. Quality Control at Every Stage
Quality assurance is not a single step — it is embedded throughout the process.
TechArt’s quality control system includes:
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Incoming material inspection
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In-process quality checks
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Finished product inspection
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Packaging verification
Our production follows ISO 9001 standards and complies with EN71-3 and CPSIA regulations, meeting international market requirements.
9. Assembly, Packaging & Logistics
Final steps include:
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Ribbon or accessory assembly
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Custom packaging (polybag, gift box, presentation box)
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Carton packing and shipment preparation
TechArt offers custom packaging solutions designed to protect medals while enhancing presentation and brand value.
10. From Factory to Global Events
With decades of experience and large-scale production capability, TechArt has supplied custom medals for major international events, including:
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Olympic Games
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Asian Games
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European Championships
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Marathons and global sporting events
Our ability to deliver consistent quality, on time, at scale, makes us a trusted partner for brands and organizers worldwide.
Why Work With TechArt for Custom Medal Manufacturing?
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Direct OEM factory with in-house production
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Advanced tooling and automated production lines
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Experienced engineering and QC teams
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International compliance and audit approvals
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Proven track record in global events
From concept to finished product, TechArt transforms ideas into meaningful awards that last.
📩 Contact us to start your custom medal project.