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8 4 G R A P H I C S P R O A P R I L 2 0 2 2 G R A PH I C S - PR O.C O M T raditional sublimation award plaques are not as popular as they used to be. The 5/8" thick MDF plaque that's long been available in assorted shapes and sizes is often being passed over in favor of newer, more non- traditional alternatives. Sublimation on metal, including stacked metal (two or more pieces stacked on top of each other) and curved metal (curve into a self-standing award after the imaging process) have become increasingly popular due to their unique look and ease of production. Either approach adds value to the metal while producing a display award at little additional cost. The awards and recognition market also continues to gravitate towards photo products. Photo gifts and awards have elegant qualities that superb- ly demonstrate the value and desirability of the sublimation transfer pro- cess. A full-color, photo quality award will result in a cherished keepsake that is proudly displayed for years to come. – DAVID GROSS CONDÉ SYSTEMS THE SCOOP ON SUBLIMATED AWARDS Above left: Image courtesy PDU Cat. Above right and bottom left: Images courtesy Marco Awards Group. 8 4 G R A P H I C S P R O A P R I L 2 0 2 2