When a major international marathon contacted us with a tight 30-day deadline for 50,000 custom finisher medals, we knew it would test every aspect of our production capabilities. Here's how we delivered.
The Challenge
- Quantity: 50,000 medals
- Timeline: 30 days from design approval to delivery
- Complexity: 3D mould medal with 6 colors, custom ribbon, individual numbering
- Logistics: Worldwide shipping to 12 distribution points
Our Solution
Week 1: Rapid Tooling
Our mold-making team worked around the clock to produce the 3D mould in just 5 days — half the normal time — by running parallel shifts.
Week 2-3: Mass Production
We dedicated 4 production lines to this order, running 20 hours per day. Quality control checkpoints at every stage ensured consistency across the massive batch.
Week 4: Finishing & Logistics
Individual numbering via laser engraving, ribbon attachment, and packaging were completed in a continuous flow. We shipped via air freight to meet the global distribution schedule.
The Result
- ✅ All 50,000 medals delivered on time
- ✅ 99.8% quality acceptance rate
- ✅ Zero shipping delays
- ✅ Client reordered for the following year's event
"Custom Medals Factory exceeded our expectations. The quality was outstanding and the logistics were flawless." — Marathon Event Director
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