Is This Metal Medal Durable for Long-Term Use?

Yes. This fun run medal is made from zinc alloy (or solid brass for premium versions), a material long used in the awards industry for its excellent durability-to-weight ratio. The medal body is die-struck under high pressure on a heart-shaped die, creating crisp, permanent relief detail that cannot wear off. The entire surface is electroplated with real gold and sealed with a clear lacquer topcoat, protecting the medal from tarnishing, oxidation, and everyday handling for years.

The multi-color running figure is filled with liquid epoxy enamel that hardens to a glass-like finish. Unlike painted surfaces that scratch and peel, epoxy enamel is embedded in recessed channels on the medal face, creating a permanent bond with the metal. The tricolor ribbon is made from colorfast grosgrain polyester with stitched edges to prevent fraying, even after repeated wearing and washings.

Physical Properties

Durability Highlights

· Die-struck detail won't wear off — The running figure, SUIS text, and 2024 banner are physically pressed into the metal. The detail lasts as long as the medal itself.

· Enamel colors are embedded, not painted — The blue/orange/cyan running figure and SUIS text are filled with liquid epoxy that hardens into a smooth, glass-like surface. No peeling, chipping, or fading under normal use.

· Gold finish is sealed — Electroplated gold + clear lacquer prevents tarnishing for years under normal indoor storage. Medal retains its shine through multiple events and years of display.

· Bail is soldered, not glued — The metal loop connecting the medal to the ribbon is soldered onto the medallion body. It can withstand repeated pulling and hanging without detachment.

· Ribbon is colorfast polyester grosgrain — The vibrant red-blue-yellow tricolor is dyed through, not surface-coated. It resists fading, fraying, and moisture damage from outdoor running environments.

How Can I Customize This SUIS Fun Run Medal?

We can customize every aspect of this heart-shaped fun run medal to match your school, event, brand, or competition theme. From the metal finish and enamel colors to ribbon design and reverse engraving, everything is fully adjustable through our in-house die-striking and electroplating production process.

1. Metal Finish & Color

Choose any electroplated finish for the medal body. The standard is bright gold, but we can produce in:

2. Enamel Color Customization

The running figure and text enamel can be customized to any color combination. Choose matching Pantone colors:

· School colors: Replace the blue/orange/cyan figure with your school's signature colors for a unified event look

· Event theme colors: Match the running figure colors to your fun run branding, team uniforms, or charity colors

· Single color figure: One consistent enamel color across the entire running figure and text for a clean monochrome look

· Text-only enamel: Keep the figure as bare polished metal and apply enamel only to the SUIS text and year banner

· No enamel (all metal): Leave the entire medal face as raised polished metal for a monochrome gold look

· Custom pattern elements: Add stars, event logo, or school crest elements into the design

3. Text & Logo Customization

· Top banner text: Replace "2024" with any year or event number, e.g. "2025", "10TH ANNUAL", or "SEASON 1"

· Main text: Replace "SUIS" with your school name, brand name, event name, or sponsor name in bold blue enamel

· Curved edge text: Replace "FUN RUNNING DAY" with any event tagline, e.g. "SCHOOL SPORTS DAY", "CHARITY RUN", or "TEAM SPIRIT"

· Event initials: Replace "WY" with your event/team abbreviation using multi-color enamel atop the medal

· Reverse engraving: The smooth polished back surface is perfect for laser or mechanical engraving — participant name, finish time, sponsor logo, or QR code

· Custom die design: Replace the running figure with a different sport icon (swimmer, cyclist, soccer player) or a custom mascot/logo

4. Ribbon Customization

· Colors: Any Pantone color combination — solid, split (vertical two-tone like the current tricolor), or multi-stripe patterns

· Pattern: Striped, checkered, diagonal, or custom woven patterns on grosgrain polyester

· Printed ribbon: Add event name, year, or logo directly printed on the ribbon surface (screen print or heat transfer)

· Ribbon width: Adjustable from 3/8" (10 mm) to 2" (50 mm) wide

· Ribbon length: Standard 28" – 31" (70 – 80 cm). Extend to 36" for adult neck circumference

· Attachment: Metal bail (standard), snap-hook, sewn ribbon loop, or magnetic clasp at top

5. Design Specifications & Artwork Requirements

Packaging Options

Shipping Options & Delivery Estimates

Lead Time Summary

· Sample order: 7 – 10 working days (die/mold creation 5 – 7 days + sample production 2 – 3 days)

· Bulk order (100 – 1,000 pieces): 10 – 15 working days after sample confirmation

· Bulk order (1,000 – 5,000 pieces): 15 – 20 working days

· Bulk order (5,000+ pieces): 20 – 25 working days (production line scheduling)

What is the minimum order quantity for a custom SUIS fun run medal? For a brand-new custom medal design (your own running figure, logo, or layout), the MOQ is 100 – 300 pieces per design. For color changes on an existing die (using our standard heart-shaped medal but with your custom enamel colors), the MOQ is 200 – 500 pieces. For reverse engraving only (using a stock medal design with engraving on the back), the MOQ is as low as 50 pieces — great for small school events and local clubs.

How long does a sample take to arrive? Once artwork is approved, we create the sample die in 5 – 7 working days, produce a sample medal, then ship via DHL/FedEx. International express delivery takes 3 – 7 working days. Total from artwork approval to sample in hand: approximately 10 – 14 working days. For existing dies (color change only), samples can be ready in 5 – 8 working days.

Can I get this medal in different sizes? Yes. The standard heart-shaped medal is about 1.6" x 1.4" (40 x 36 mm). We can produce sizes from 1.0" (25 mm) up to 3.15" (80 mm) in maximum dimension. Larger medals require more metal and enamel material, increasing both die cost and unit price. Mini medals (25 – 30 mm) are popular for participation awards and children's fun runs.

Can the running figure colors be changed to my school or brand colors? Absolutely. The epoxy enamel in the running figure can be filled in any Pantone colors. You can choose 2, 3, or more distinct colors for the figure body, arms, and accent lines. The enamel is mixed to your specified Pantone codes and injected into recessed channels on the medal face, creating a smooth, level surface flush with the metal frame.

How does the engraving on the reverse side work? We offer two types: (1) Mechanical engraving (diamond drag or rotary) — deeper, tactile feel, good for fine text and logos. (2) Laser engraving — high precision, excellent for complex artwork, logos, or small fonts down to 1.5 mm height. Both methods are permanent and will not wear off. We provide a free layout proof before production.

What payment methods do you accept? We accept T/T bank transfer (30% deposit + 70% balance before shipment), L/C at sight for orders above $3,000, Western Union for samples, and PayPal for orders under $3,000. Net 30-day terms are available for established customers on orders over $10,000. All payments are processed through verified business accounts with full invoicing.

Is this medal suitable for outdoor events? Yes. The gold electroplating is sealed with clear lacquer, and the epoxy enamel is UV-stabilized. The medal can be worn outdoors during fun runs, ceremonies, and events without immediate deterioration. For prolonged outdoor display (months of direct sunlight), we recommend adding a UV-resistant additive package available on request.

Can I mix different medal designs in one order? Yes. You can order multiple different medal designs (e.g., gold, silver, bronze for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place, or different event categories) in the same production batch, as long as each unique design meets its minimum order quantity. This saves on shipping and customs clearance costs. We recommend grouping all medal types into one shipment.

What quality assurance do you provide? Every medal batch goes through a 3-step QC process: (1) In-process inspection during die-striking and electroplating. (2) Final quality check — each medal is inspected for surface defects, enamel fill quality, ribbon attachment, and color accuracy. (3) Packing inspection before shipment. We offer a 12-month quality guarantee against material and manufacturing defects.

Do you offer custom packaging for retail display? Yes. We can provide custom gift boxes (velvet-lined or cardboard), header cards with your branding, acrylic display stands, and even custom polybags with printed logos. Retail-ready packaging helps your medals stand out at events or in store displays. Custom packaging adds 5 – 7 working days to lead time.