OUR STORY
From One Printer in a Garage to America's Most Advanced Print Powerhouse
What started with a single printer in a Davie, Florida garage has transformed into a 100+ machine operation spanning two states, featuring cutting-edge Mimaki flatbeds, Trotec laser systems, and a family culture that's kept employees loyal for 15+ years.
The Evolution Timeline: From Garage to Glory
Every empire begins with a single step. Here's how we built America's most advanced custom printing operation, one machine at a time.
2002
START
Netrave Design
Started as a web design company operating from home in Davie, Florida. One man, one vision, building websites and learning the foundation of what would become an empire.
1 Person
Home Office
2006
GROW
FoxPromos Launch
EXPANSION: Moved to 1,000 sq ft office, added promotional items while continuing web design. Still outsourcing printing but learning the industry inside and out.
1K Sq Ft
Outsourced
2006-2009
BUILD
Equipment Investment Phase
THE GARAGE CHAPTER: Started with 1 printer in the garage, then 1 laser engraver. Gradually acquiring small equipment, learning production, preparing for the manufacturing revolution.
First Printer
First Laser
2009
BOOM
NameBadgesInc.com
BREAKTHROUGH MOMENT: First time producing in-house! Complete control over quality and timing. This was the pivotal moment we became a real manufacturing company instead of just resellers.
In-House Production
Quality Control
2013
RISE
NameBadge.com Era
PREMIUM DOMAIN: Saved enough to purchase NameBadge.com flagship domain and moved to 3,000 sq ft facility. National growth and brand recognition exploded.
3K Sq Ft
National Brand
2016
SCALE
Storage Mastery
Added 4,000 sq ft dedicated storage facility. Florida operations totaled 9,000 sq ft with raw materials inventory management and optimized workflows.
9K Sq Ft FL
Inventory Hub
2024
EPIC
Greenville HQ
EPIC FINALE: 20,000 sq ft South Carolina headquarters with 100+ machines and $2+ million investment! America's most advanced custom printing facility is born.
20K Sq Ft
100+ Machines
$2M+ Investment
1
100+
Machines
Garage
29K
Sq Ft
1
40+
Team
1
2
States
Our Equipment Arsenal: 100+ Machines of Pure Power
From that first printer to over 100 cutting-edge machines across two facilities - here's the complete arsenal that makes us America's most advanced custom printing operation.
Our state-of-the-art 20,000 sq ft headquarters in Greenville, South Carolina
35+ Mimaki UJF-3042 MkII
The backbone of our operation! Over 35 compact UV flatbed printers for direct-to-object printing. Unmatched production volume for small format precision work.
35+ Units
Direct Print
Volume King
20 Mimaki UJF-6042 MkII
Twenty versatile UV flatbed printers for larger object printing with advanced color capabilities. Perfect for medium-format precision jobs.
20 Units
Advanced Color
Medium Format
5 Mimaki JFX200-2513
High-performance large-format UV flatbed printers for rigid materials. Industry-leading quality with precision registration and massive production capacity.
5 Units
Large Format
UV Printing
6 Trotec Laser Engraver/Cutters
Top-of-the-line laser systems with camera positioning for perfect registration. Dual capabilities for engraving and cutting multiple materials.
Camera Systems
Dual Function
Volume Production
Epson SureColor S9170
11-color printing system for vinyl and roll-to-roll jobs. Top-of-the-line color accuracy and production speed.
11 Colors
Roll-to-Roll
Kongsberg X24
CNC routing and cutting table for precision fabrication of multiple materials including plastics and metals.
CNC Routing
Multi-Material
Materials We Master In-House
Plastic Cutting & Engraving
Metal Fabrication
Vinyl Production
Multi-Layer Assembly
ADA Braille Signage
Custom Die-Cutting
Family Culture That Powers Everything
What makes us different isn't just our equipment - it's our people. We've built a family culture so strong that employees have stayed with us for 15+ years as we've grown.
TEAM
15+ Year Veterans
Employees who have grown with us from the early days and continue to drive our success.
FAMILY
Still Family Owned
Same values and personal attention that started in that garage continue today.
FUN
Team Building Events
TopGolf tournaments, Hard Rock Casino nights, bowling leagues, and more.
BALANCE
Work-Life Balance
Fast-paced work environment balanced with fun, recognition, and personal growth.
Our Complete Product Universe
While name badges brought customers to us, 70% discover they need much more. We've evolved into America's complete signage and identification solution.
Our flagship brand for professional name badges, office signage, and identification solutions.
Shop Name Badges
Our newest brand for custom die-cut stickers and labels - like a precision cutting machine for adhesive solutions!
Shop Custom Stickers
CanvasCreator.com
PREMIUM
Premium canvas prints and wall art for businesses and personal spaces.
Shop Canvas Prints
Frequently Asked Questions
How long has NameBadge.com been in business?
NameBadge.com has provided custom name badges and signage since 2002—over 20 years of experience in the manufacturing industry. We started with one printer in a garage and have grown to operate 100+ machines across two states.
Where are your products made?
All products are made in our advanced facilities totaling 29,000 sq ft across Florida and South Carolina, USA. Our main production facility features 100+ machines including Mimaki flatbeds and Trotec laser systems.
Is NameBadge.com family owned?
Yes, NameBadge.com has been family owned and operated since our founding in 2002. We maintain the same personal values and customer service that started our company in a Davie, Florida garage.
What equipment does NameBadge.com use?
We operate over 100 state-of-the-art machines including 60+ Mimaki flatbed printers, 6 Trotec laser engraver/cutters, Epson SureColor systems, and specialized equipment for cutting, routing, and custom fabrication.
Ready to Experience 20+ Years of Innovation?
From one printer in a garage to 100+ machines across two states - we've built something incredible, and we can't wait to show you what it can do for your project.
