Item of the Day - Cooler Bags

Cooler bags may be one of the most useful of all of the wide array of promotional products available in the market.  They are used for pleasure at the beach, on a boat or on a picnic. They are perfect for traveling to transport food and medications.  There are small personal versions used as lunch boxes and large multi-compartment units that can feed a tailgating crew of 6 or more. 

Cooler bags come in a wide variety of materials, colors and pricepoints.  They are perfect for employee incentives, company stores, food events and school and university programs.  They usually have generous imprint areas and are typically screenprinted, transfer printed or embroidered.

For more information please contact your FSR sales rep by clicking on their name to the right or email customerservice@fsr1.com.  08/12/09

Item of the Day - USB Drives

As more and more people are becoming laptop and netbook users, USB drives are developing increasing popularly as the option of choice for materials distribution for meetings, seminars, training programs and marketing campaigns.  For many, they are replacing the tabbed, three ring binders which have been the standard method of distribution in the past. 

USB drives are a fraction of the size of three ring binders and hold more information.  They cost less to ship initially and are more convenient for people traveling to transport. They are available in an expanding number of styles, colors and storage capacities. The drive pictured here is one of the most popular on the market and is available in 19 standard colors (with PMS matching available).  In most cases, data can be preloaded on the drives at the plant as part of the production process. 

The typical decoration methods are screenprinting and laser engraving. Production can be anywhere from one day for in-stock models to the more standard 10 to 15 working days for regular production.  They can be packaged in anything from shrinkwrap to custom presentation folders that enhance your presentation or campaign.

You can also look to USB drives to support your eco-friendly initiatives as they are perfect solutions to your efforts to reduce and reuse.

For more information, please contact your FSR sales rep by clicking on their name to the right or email customerservice@fsr1.com. 08/11/09

Item of the Day - 4 Color Process Stadium Cups

High definition graphics can now be affordably printed on reusable, recyclable plastic promotional drinkware.  Available in four sizes (12 to 32 oz versions are available), the sky is the limit when it comes to decorating these cups.  Only the rim, inside and underside cannot be printed.  They are the perfect giveaway to create a lasting impression of people, places, products, services and events.  And they're good for more than just drinks - think ice cream, popcorn, product packaging, banks and donation cups.

Standard production is 7 to 10 business days.  The plastic cups are recommended for cold beverages only. They are top shelf dishwasher safe.  Straws and lids are available.  There's a paper version that can be ordered for your hot beverage needs.

Please contact your FSR sales rep (just click on their name to the right) or email customerservice@fsr1.com for more information.  08/10/09

Item of the Day - Checkpoint Friendly Computer Bags

The Transportation Safety Adminstration challenged manufacturers to come up with computer bags to solve two problems- #1: decrease the congestion at airport security check-in and  #2: decrease the number of laptop computers that are left behind by passengers rushing to make their flights.  The Life In Motion line of bags seems to have met the challenge on both counts.

The key feature of this line is that each style of bag is designed to allow the laptop to always remain in the bag - whether in a tethered tray or compartment built right into the bag. The laptop is accessable to the airport security agent but it never leaves the bag.  Once all security requirements are met, the tray slips right back into the bag and you are on your way (given you've retrieved your shoes, keys, coins, phone etc). 

There are currently six styles in the Life In Motion line, ranging from the ladies' Capri tote to a mobile office on wheels.  There's a backpack that holds a 14" laptop and a messenger bag style that holds up to a 17" model.  There are multiple decorating options including embroidery and screenprinting.  The Life In Motion line is competitively priced with opening order minimums of 12 to 25 pieces, making them perfect solutions for holiday giving, employee incentive programs and company stores.

For more information, please contact your FSR sales rep (just click on their name to the right) or email customerservice@fsr1.com.  8/07/09

Item of the Day - Laser Etched Fleece

Yes, it's the middle of summer and fleece jackets might not be foremost in your thoughts.  But autumn and winter are fast approaching and now is the time to start thinking about cold weather apparel and holiday giving ( think 1/4 zip pullovers, vests, scarves, hats and blankets).   As you are considering these purchases, you might want to look at laser etching as your decoration method.

Laser etching is a fairly new decorating technique that basically carves your message right into the fibers of the garment, making fleece the perfect canvas.  It is competitively priced with emboidery and sceenprinting and can be combined with both to create dynamic images.

Laser etching is gaining popularity because it allows the artwork to be positioned almost anywhere on the garment.  It can cross over plackets, zippers and sideseams.  It's also a great option for vertical sleeve/garment length decorating.  This makes laser etching the perfect decoration method choice for schools and universities, sports teams and corporate logos.  And while we've focused this piece on fleece, laser etching works equally as well on denim, microfiber poly and silk.

For more information and pricing, please contact your FSR sales rep (just click on their name to the right) or email customerservice@fsr1.com.  08/06/09

Item of the Day - Pizza Cut-It

Household items continue to be a growing segment in the promotional products world.  More people are eating at home these days so why not put your message on a functional tool that will be used on a regular basis in almost any home that has one.  It's called the Pizza Cut-It, and it can be used to cut brownies and sandwiches as well as pizzas (and more). 

The white plastic blade is removable for cleaning and the entire piece is top rack diswasher safe. The handle is available in 29 colors and has an imprint area of 1 1/2" x 1 7/8" on each side making this a great item for cross promotion, real estate open houses, food related businesses and fund raising. 

The Pizza Cut-It comes individually packaged with use and care instructions included.  For more information about this item, please contact your FSR sales rep by clicking on their name to the right or email customerservice@fsr1.com. 08/05/09

Item of the Day - BioMugs

There is almost too much to say about the BioMUG.  It's Made in the USA, FDA, CPSIA and Prop 65 compliant, BPA and lead free, microwave and dishwasher safe, holds hot and cold beverages (not at the same time), and is reusable, recyclable and BIODEGRADABLE! 

The 15oz BioMUG is made of a unique plastic that will naturally biodegrade in 1-5 years when properly disposed of in a landfill.  Using the BioMUG daily can save up to 23 pounds of paper cup waste per person, per year.

The BioMUG has an imprint area of 1 7/8" x 2 1/4" and comes in Rose Pink, Slate Blue and Leaf Green.  For more information, please contact your FSR sales rep (just click on his/her name to the right) or customerservice@fsr1.com. 08/04/09

Item of the Day - Sticky Books

Want to put your message on an item that is sure to find a prominent place on the desk of eveyone who receives it?  Try this Sticky Note Book, which holds two sticky note pads and an assortment of flags.  The 1 7/8" x 2 3/4" imprint area can be decorated with artwork ranging from one color to full color designs.  You can even fully customize the cover if you have a large quantity project.

Please contact your FSR sales rep (just click his/her name to the right) or email customerservice@fsr1.com to ask about the special pricing available on this item now until the end of 2009 (while supplies last). 08/03/09

LOW COST, MAXIMUM IMPACT MARKETING

 

There is no escaping the fact that the current economy is presenting businesses with challenges when it comes to executing their 2009 marketing plans and growing their businesses.  On one hand, budgets are tight in all categories of expenditures, and marketing dollars are often cut in the early rounds of budget reviews.  On the other hand, marketing experts know that it remains critical to continue to “get the message out” to maintain a competitive edge.

 

The following items are tried and true examples of low cost marketing tools that will help you grow your business by providing maximum impact without breaking the bank. 

 

Business Card Magnets

If you want to get your message out to anyone with a refrigerator or file cabinet, this is a low cost item that should be part of your marketing plan. These 3.5” x 2” business card magnets with four color process imprints are available starting at less than $100 for 500 pieces.  These magnets are great ideas for professional, service and delivery businesses. (Eco Friendly versions are available.)

 

Pens

Even with laptops, email, texting and Facebook, people still need pens.  And they really like getting them for free.  First Systems & Resources works with the same manufacturers of the leading brands on the shelves of every office supply store in the country.  You'll find the range of styles, colors, customization and price is endless in this category.  (Eco Friendly versions are available.)

 

Adhesive Note Pads

How many times a day do you reach for that 3” x 3” adhesive pad to jot down some sort of a reminder or to add notes to a project?  These are great little marketing tools which sit in front of members of your target market everyday.   Our suppliers are the same folks who made this product famous.  Pads are available in a variety of sizes and shapes with four color process imprints.  (Eco Friendly versions are available.)

 

Shopping Tote Bags

More and more consumers are embracing an Eco Friendly lifestyle – at least when it comes to shopping bags.  So why not put your message on an item that will be reached for once, twice even several times a week.  And in addition to publicizing your business or event, you are also publicly participating in the sustainable effort to continuously meet human needs while preserving the environment. 

 

If you want more information on these items or any other print or promotional products, please contact your sales rep by clicking on their name to the right.  Or you can call 434.973.4152 and we will be glad to assist you.

 

 

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