Combined Index of Articles (1975-Present)
Topics Alphabetical by "M"
M&M Engraving & Graphics
M&M Engraving & Graphics -- M & M Engraving & Graphics - Feb. 97
Machine Adjustments
see Troubleshooting -
Mackay, Louella
- Jul. 01
Maddalena, Al
- Mar. 08
- Mar. 08
MagnaGraver
engraving with -- Engraving With Power-Assist Tools - Feb. 94
Magnifier
mounting on gooseneck lamp -- Mounting Lamp On Older TXs - Jul/Aug 75
see Pocket Comparator -
Mailbox Signs
Mailbox Signs -- Mailbox Signs - Mar/Apr 76
making -- Mailbox Signs - Apr. 95
marketing -- Mailbox Signs - Apr. 95
Mailing Lists
compiling -- Plastics Sales Tips II - Nov/Dec 83
statement stuffers -- Plastics Sales Tips II - Nov/Dec 83
Maintenance, Computer
Maintenance Tips For Your Computer -- Maintenance Tips For Your Computer - Apr. 93
upgrading video card -- Computer Running Slow? Here's a Tip - Sep. 15
Maintenance, Engraving Machine
adjusting workholder -- Adjusting S-C Workholder - Jan/Feb 76
cleaning workholder -- Maintenance: Engraving Workholder - Nov/Dec 75
rotary spindle -- Maintenance: Rotary Spindle - Sep/Oct 75
rotary spindle -- Spindle Care & Diagnostics - Jan/Feb 82
see Trouble Shooting -
Maintenance, Laser Engraving Machine
cabinet -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 2 - Mar. 12
Caring For Your Laser -- Caring For Your Laser - Oct. 97
cover & lamps -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 2 - Mar. 12
cutting grid -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 2 - Mar. 12
engraving quality tests -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 2 - Mar. 12
exhaust & exhaust port -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 1 - Feb. 12
fans -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 1 - Feb. 12
heat sinks -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 2 - Mar. 12
hinge supports -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 1 - Feb. 12
Lazrclean -- Laser Engraving Tools - Jun. 11
lens -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 1 - Feb. 12
Maximizing Power -- Peak Power for Your Laser - Aug. 03
mechanical components -- BtoB: Peak Power for Your Laser - Feb. 13
mirrors -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 1 - Feb. 12
movement mechanism -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 2 - Mar. 12
optics -- BtoB: Peak Power for Your Laser - Feb. 13
power performance -- BtoB: Peak Power for Your Laser - Feb. 13
power, measuring -- BtoB: Peak Power for Your Laser - Feb. 13
replacing the tube -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 2 - Mar. 12
Servicing Tips -- Basic Tips for Servicing Your Laser - Jul. 08
table cleaning -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 1 - Feb. 12
table level -- Laser Maintenance 101: Part 1 - Feb. 12
Maintenance, Trophy Typewriters (Automark)
Trophy Lettering Typewriter -- Trophy Lettering Typewriter - May/Jun 78
Maker Movement
introduction to -- The Maker Movement - Oct. 17
PP: The Maker Movement -- PP: The Maker Movement - Oct. 17
Manufacturer Nameplates
selling -- Selling Industrial Nameplates - Mar/Apr 85
Marble
Laser Engraving -- Laser Engraving Marble & Granite - Apr. 10
laser engraving -- Marble/Granite for Lasering Photos - Jun. 19
Laser Marking -- Laser Marking Difficult Substrates - Jun. 02
origin of -- Marble Gifts & Awards - Apr. 94
origin of -- Marble: A Classic Material - Feb. 93
products -- Marble Gifts & Awards - Apr. 94
products -- Marble: A Classic Material - Feb. 93
products -- Stone Awards & Gifts - Nov. 95
products -- Stone Awards & Gifts - Jan. 01
Marble, Cultured
color filling -- Qs & As About Color Filling/1990 - Sep/Oct 90
manufacturing method -- Cultured Marble - Dec. 93
products -- Cultured Marble - Dec. 93
Marbloy
color filling -- Engraving/Color Filling Marbloy - Jul/Aug 75
engraving -- Engraving/Color Filling Marbloy - Jul/Aug 75
Margins
balance -- Visual Imbalances I - Nov/Dec 87
centering within -- Visual Aspects Of Engraving - Nov/Dec 90
centering within -- Visual Imbalances III - Mar/Apr 88
for balanced layout -- Visual Imbalances II - Jan/Feb 88
in contemporary signage -- Contemporary Signage II - Mar/Apr 78
on badges -- Badges: Selecting Size - Jan/Feb 78
plate -- Plaque Layout I - Nov/Dec 82
types of -- Visual Imbalances III - Mar/Apr 88
visual -- Visual Imbalances I - Nov/Dec 87
Margins, Sign & Plate
above-center adjustment -- Layout: Proportional Margins - Sep/Oct 81
inappropriate margins -- Layout: Proportional Margins - Sep/Oct 81
percent margins -- Layout: Proportional Margins - Sep/Oct 81
plate holder effects -- Layout: Proportional Margins - Sep/Oct 81
sign proportion -- Layout: Proportional Margins - Sep/Oct 81
Marketing Engraving
Basket Splints -- Niche Engraving Markets Pt. 2 - Jan. 06
Ceramic Tile -- Laser Engraving Tile Made Easy - Oct. 02
Clock faces -- Niche Engraving Markets Pt. 2 - Jan. 06
Flashlights -- Niche Engraving Markets Pt. 2 - Jan. 06
Glass & Crystal Products -- Crystal, Glass & Sandcarving Pt. 1 - Nov. 08
industrial engraving -- Engraving For Industry - Jan/Feb 91
Key chains -- Niche Engraving Markets Pt. 2 - Jan. 06
laser -- Marketing Laser Products & Services - Aug. 02
laser engraving markets -- 14 Laser Markets - Jan. 12
Marketing Awards Shops -- A Retailer's View on Marketing - Aug. 07
Marketing Awards Shops -- A Retailer's View on Marketing - Aug. 07
new markets -- New Engraving Markets - Oct. 92
niche markets -- Engraving in Aeronautics - Apr. 13
niche markets -- Niche Markets - Nov. 96
niche markets -- Niche Markets: 11 EQ ADV - Oct. 11
Online Marketing -- Going Online Part 2 - Jan. 08
product ideas for plastic -- What To Do With a Sheet of Plastic - Jun. 12
Sales & Markets -- Markets for Engravers - Mar. 07
sample plates -- Sample Engraving Plates - Aug. 00
see specific items -
Stencils -- Niche Engraving Markets Pt. 2 - Jan. 06
to the trade -- Engraving For The Trade - Jul/Aug 87
to the trade -- Engraving Services For The Trade - May 95
to travel industry -- Tour & Travel Industry - Aug. 94
Unusual Markets -- Unusual Markets - Nov/Dec 86
Marketing Plastics
advertising -- Plastics Sales Tips I - Sep/Oct 83
badges with logos -- Logos Sell More Badges - May/Jun 85
finding new customers -- Plastics Sales Tips I - Sep/Oct 83
labeling products -- Plastics Sales Tips I - Sep/Oct 83
product ideas -- What To Do With a Sheet of Plastic - Jun. 12
product ideas for -- The ABCs of Plastic Products - Jun. 20
sales techniques -- Plastics Sales Tips II - Nov/Dec 83
wholesale -- Plastics Sales Tips I - Sep/Oct 83
Marketing, General
2000 Marketing Calendar -- 2000 Marketing Calendar - Jan. 00
add-on sales -- Add-On Sales - Jun. 99
B2B Advertising -- Best Practices in B2B Advertising - Aug. 09
Badges, ID Plates and Signs -- 08 M&S ADV: Marketing Meat-and-Pota - Jun. 08
Bronzed Awards -- Bronzing: Memorable Awards in Metal - Nov. 08
Build Your Business -- 10 Marketing Strat to Build Busines - Apr. 03
Catalogs -- Making the Sale: Bypassing Corp. HQ - Feb. 06
catalogs, dealer -- Dealer Catalogs - Aug. 11
combining equipment capabilities -- Mix 'n Match Gives You the Edge - Feb. 18
community involvement -- The Markting Challenge - Oct. 12
competing with mega-retailers -- Competing With the Mega-Retailers - Apr. 15
corporate sales -- Attracting Corporate Clients - Oct. 99
customer service -- Competing With the Mega-Retailers - Apr. 15
Direct Mail -- Bullseye Marketing w/Direct Mail - Dec. 09
finding a market -- Turning Hometown Pride Into Profits - Jan. 01
finding customers -- Finding & Keeping Customers - Jun. 95
First Impressions -- Pressing Matters 1st Impressions - Jan. 03
generating referrals -- Let Your Customers Sell For You - Nov. 96
Good Customer Relations -- Personal Contact: & Custmr Relation - Jan. 01
holiday gifts -- Gifts for the Holidays - Sep. 10
Holiday Sales -- E-commerce Guide to Holiday Sales - Sep. 06
holiday sales tips -- Marketing Holiday Merchandise - Oct. 19
How to Sell Sublimation -- Strategic Selling - Jan. 03
Large Organizations -- Making the Sale: Bypassing Corp. HQ - Feb. 06
laser engraving markets -- 14 Laser Markets - Jan. 12
market research -- Market Research: Worth The Effort - Jan. 99
Marketing Tips -- Business Builder Success Tips - Apr. 07
marketing tips -- Quality Products & Good Marketing - Mar. 18
marketing tips -- Ways to Market Your Award Business - Mar. 10
merchandise displays -- Making The Most Of Displays - Dec. 00
niche markets -- 10 Personalization Niche Markets - Mar. 19
niche markets -- Engraving in Aeronautics - Apr. 13
niche markets -- Niche Markets: 11 EQ ADV - Oct. 11
offer quality products -- Quality Products & Good Marketing - Mar. 18
Online Marketing -- 07 Awards ADV-Going Online Part 1 - Oct. 07
Online Marketing -- Going Online Part 2 - Jan. 08
Online Strategies -- Online Marketing Strategies Part 2 - Feb. 09
online tools -- Need Effective Marketing Tools? - Nov. 18
personalization processes -- Competing With the Mega-Retailers - Apr. 15
plastic products -- What To Do With a Sheet of Plastic - Jun. 12
Promotional Products/Ad Specialties -- Promotional Products-Are They Right - Jan. 09
promotions -- Competing With the Mega-Retailers - Apr. 15
public speaking -- Promoting Through Public Speaking - May 99
sales techniques -- How to Get Rid of a Sales Rep - Sep. 04
say yes to customers -- Say Yes to Your Customer - Dec. 17
Selling Yourself -- Making the Sale: Bypassing Corp. HQ - Feb. 06
showroom -- Competing With the Mega-Retailers - Apr. 15
spring marketing tips -- Spring Marketing Tips - Feb. 13
Starting a New Business -- The Laser Shop - Apr. 07
step out of comfort zone -- Guest Commentary: Get Out and About - Dec. 18
Sublimation -- Creating a Marketing Plan-Sub Biz - Feb. 04
sublimation -- Target Marketing for Sublimation - Jun. 19
surveying customers -- Getting To Know Your Customers - Sep. 96
techniques -- Guerrilla Marketing - Jun. 15
tips for -- 8 Ways to Market Your Business - Sep. 10
updating your business, tips for -- Spring Cleaning Your Business - Feb. 14
via the Internet -- Prepare For Sales, The On-Line Way - Jun. 01
website -- Competing With the Mega-Retailers - Apr. 15
Websites -- 07 Awards ADV-Going Online Part 1 - Oct. 07
Yellow Pages Ads -- Firing Up Your Yellow Pages Ads - Feb. 04
Marketing, Online
catalogs, dealer -- Dealer Catalogs - Aug. 11
creating an online store -- iPersonalyze: Online Products Store - Jul. 15
Effective Websites -- 08 Awards Adv: Online Marketing Pt - Oct. 08
Marketing Award Products -- Going Online Part 2 - Jan. 08
see specific items -
Strategies -- Online Marketing Strategies Part 2 - Feb. 09
tools for -- Need Effective Marketing Tools? - Nov. 18
Websites -- 07 Awards ADV-Going Online Part 1 - Oct. 07
Marking Devices
die plate stamps -- Marking Devices I - Sep/Oct 78
finding new customers -- Marking Devices VIII - Nov/Dec 79
Marking Devices X -- Marking Devices X - Jul/Aug 80
see Branding Machines -
see Embossing Seals -
see Numbering Machines -
see Photopolymers -
see Rubber Stamps -
see Stamps, Mechanical Self-Inking -
see Stamps, Pre-Inked -
see Stamps, Steel Numbering -
stencils -- see Sandblasting -
stencils -- see Screen Printing -
Marking Methods (Graphic)
comparative chart of processes -- Marking Methods II - Nov/Dec 82
see Electronic Scanning Engraving -
see Laser Engraving -
see Photoetching -
see Photometal -
see Photosensitive Materials -
see Screen Printing -
see Sublimating Dye Transfer -
Marking Methods (Mechanical)
comparative chart of processes -- Marking Methods I - Sep/Oct 82
see Computerized Engraving -
see Constant Data Machine -
see Hot Stamping -
see Metal Typewriter -
see Pantograph Engraving -
see Sandblasting -
Marsden Trophies, Ltd.
Marsden Trophies -- Marsden Trophies, Ltd. - Sep/Oct 81
Mart Trophy Company
Mart Trophy Co. -- Mart Trophy Co. - Jan/Feb 81
Martial Arts Awards
marketing -- Martial Arts Awards - Nov. 93
what's available -- Martial Arts Awards - Nov. 93
Master Copy Type
- Jul/Aug 77
care of -- Prolonging The Life Of Master Type - Jun. 00
care of -- Why Type Wears - Jan/Feb 76
checking for wear -- Shaky Pantograph I - Jul/Aug 85
checking for wear -- Shaky Pantograph II - Sep/Oct 85
damaged -- Prolonging The Life Of Master Type - Jun. 00
damaged -- Why Type Wears - Jan/Feb 76
lubrication -- Trophy Engraving Tips/Shortcuts II - Mar/Apr 82
lubrication -- Why Type Wears - Jan/Feb 76
making "Quick Type" -- Tips For Increasing Production - Aug. 95
measurement -- Basic Character Measurement - Sep. 02
preventing wear -- 10 Helpful Tips For Engravers - Apr. 97
preventing wear -- Tips From Pros May/June 1991 - May/Jun 91
selection -- see Type Selection, Master Copy -
worn -- Why Type Wears - Jan/Feb 76
Master Templates
- Jul/Aug 78
artwork -- Making Master Templates I - Jan/Feb 76
artwork -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
artwork & enlargements for -- Custom Master Templates II - Nov/Dec 86
calculating cutter path -- Making Master Templates II - Mar/Apr 76
cardboard outline technique -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
circular lettering -- Making Master Templates IV - Jul/Aug 76
composite -- Control Panel Methodology - Nov/Dec 79
custom -- Custom Master Templates I - Sep/Oct 86
cutter for -- Making Master Templates I - Jan/Feb 76
cutter for -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
cutter path for routout -- Custom Master Templates III - Jan/Feb 87
drafting pantograph for enlarging artwork -- Making Master Templates I - Jan/Feb 76
drafting tools -- Making Master Templates I - Jan/Feb 76
enlargement -- Making Master Templates I - Jan/Feb 76
etching -- Making Master Templates I - Jan/Feb 76
for control panels -- see Control Panels -
for hole cutting -- Control Panel Methodology - Nov/Dec 79
for hole cutting -- see Hole & Disc Cutting -
for multi-line letters -- Making Master Templates II - Mar/Apr 76
for outline engraving -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
for profiling -- Making Master Templates II - Mar/Apr 76
for profiling -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
for surface engraving -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
hand cutting -- Custom Master Templates IV - Mar/Apr 87
holding on machine -- Tips From Pros Jul/Aug 1987 - Jul/Aug 87
irregular lettering -- Making Master Templates IV - Jul/Aug 76
lettering on -- Making Master Templates IV - Jul/Aug 76
line drawing -- Making Master Templates I - Jan/Feb 76
line drawing -- Making Master Templates II - Mar/Apr 76
line drawings for -- Custom Master Templates III - Jan/Feb 87
lubricating -- Making Master Templates I - Jan/Feb 76
lubricating -- Making Master Templates II - Mar/Apr 76
making -- Custom Master Templates IV - Mar/Apr 87
making -- Making Master Templates - Jan/Feb 79
making -- see Gravermeister -
master copy type for -- Making Master Templates IV - Jul/Aug 76
master templates for badge/sign re-orders -- Tips From Pros June 1996 - Jun. 96
master templates for common phrases -- Tips From Pros May/June 1991 - May/Jun 91
master templates for common phrases -- Trophy Engraving Tips/Shortcuts II - Mar/Apr 82
master templates for graphics -- Tips From Pros June 1996 - Jun. 96
materials for -- Shortcuts To Success - Mar/Apr 80
matte board -- Marking Devices VII - Sep/Oct 79
mounting to beveled blanks -- Straight Answers - Nov/Dec 79
normal lettering -- Making Master Templates IV - Jul/Aug 76
ornamental design -- see Ornamental Design Templat -
overview of -- Custom Master Templates I - Sep/Oct 86
reduction ratio -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
securing to worktable -- Tips From Pros Jan/Feb 1989 - Jan/Feb 89
see Watches, Presentation, templates for engraving -
see Wood Signs, templates for -
signature -- Marking Devices VII - Sep/Oct 79
standard wording -- Production Award Engraving - Jul/Aug 77
storage of -- Straight Answers - Mar/Apr 80
touching-up enlargement -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
tracing lines -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
types of -- Custom Master Templates I - Sep/Oct 86
ultimate reduction ratio -- Making Master Templates II - Mar/Apr 76
ultimate reduction ratio -- Making Master Templates III - May/Jun 76
Master Templates, Circles & Ovals On
circle engraving device for -- Making Master Templates V - Nov/Dec 76
circle template for -- Making Master Templates V - Nov/Dec 76
ellipse template for -- Making Master Templates V - Nov/Dec 76
oval engraving device for -- Making Master Templates V - Nov/Dec 76
Master Templates, Optical Tracing In Making
see Optical Tracing -
Master Templates, Photopolymer
advantages of -- Photopolymer Templates - Jul/Aug 81
artwork -- Photopolymer Templates - Jul/Aug 81
dyeing templates for improved visibility -- Tips From Pros Jul/Aug 1987 - Jul/Aug 87
equipment & supplies for overview of -- Photopolymer Templates - Jul/Aug 81
template groove configurations -- Photopolymer Templates - Jul/Aug 81
template making procedure -- Photopolymer Templates - Jul/Aug 81
Mastermark
Mastermark -- Mastermark - Nov/Dec 82
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
What Is An MSDS? -- What Is An MSDS? - Dec. 98
Materials & Supplies
Alpha Sublimation Cartridges -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
AlumaMark -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Aluminum -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Braille -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Brass -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Conde Sublimation Essentials -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Crooked Creek Corian -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Gravograph -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Gravograph Modular Sign Frames -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Gravograph's Gravo-Tac -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Horizons AlumaMark -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Identification Plates LaserFrost -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Innovative Plastics -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Innovative Plastics 100 Stock Selections -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisor - Jun. 06
Johnson Plastics-One Stop Shopping -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
LAMA -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Laser -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Laserable Metal -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
LaserFrost -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
LaserSketch Sand Carving Materials -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Magic novelty Badge Findings -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Magnetic Materials -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Manufacturer's & Their Materials -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Marco Sublimation Supplies -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
material ordering tips -- Figuring The Job - Jun. 11
Nova Chrome Sublimation Sign System -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Panterials Materials -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Pella Hot Stamping Dies -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Phenolic -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Plastic -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Plastic-Plus Sheet, Blanks & Accessories -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisor - Jun. 06
Rayzist Awards & Gifts -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Rotary -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Rowmark -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Rowmark Engravable Sheet Stock -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Scott -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Self Adhesive -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Smoke-Wood LaserDarc -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Stainless Steel -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Sublimation -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Tower Ribbon Aluminum & Brass -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
ULS Laserable Materials -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
What's New -- What's New in Materials & Supplies - Jun. 07
Wood -- 06 M&S Adv:Engraving Matls Checklst - Jun. 06
Xenetech Vises & Jigs -- 06 Materials & Supplies Advisory - Jun. 06
Matrix, Rubber Stamp
see Rubber Stamps, matrix for -
Matte Board Template
see Master Templates -
see Wood Signs -
Mcknight, Wayne
Wayne McKnight -- Wayne McKnight - Oct. 14
Measuring
character height -- Basic Character Measurement - May/Jun 90
Character Height -- Basic Character Measurement - Sep. 02
Character Height -- BtoB: Basic Character Measurement - Mar. 10
converting inches to points -- Basic Character Measurement - May/Jun 90
converting points to inches -- Basic Character Measurement - May/Jun 90
cutters -- see Cutter Measuring -
see Pocket Comparator -
Measuring Tools
Basic Character Measurement -- Basic Character Measurement - May/Jun 90
center finding ruler -- Using a Center Finding Ruler - Apr. 11
Character Measurement -- BtoB: Basic Character Measurement - Mar. 10
for every shop -- The "Scoop" on Accessories Part 1 - Feb. 18
Measuring -- Basic Character Measurement - Sep. 02
see Dial Indicator -
see Feeler Gauge -
see Micrometer -
Medalcraft, Inc.
Medalcraft -- Medalcraft, Inc. - Mar/Apr 84
Medallic Products
customers for -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
manufacturing methods -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
marketing -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
marketing -- Medallic Products Always in Style - Jul. 20
personalization techniques -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
personalization techniques -- Medallic Products Always in Style - Jul. 20
trends in -- Medallic Products Always in Style - Jul. 20
what's available -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
Medals, Award
abbreviating words on -- Award Medals II - Nov/Dec 77
accessories -- Custom Medallic Products - Apr. 94
accessories for -- Award Medals I - Sep/Oct 77
accessories for -- Engraving Award Medals III - Jul/Aug 87
blackening letters on -- Award Medals II - Nov/Dec 77
cases for -- Options In Memorabilia Cases - Oct. 96
computer engraving -- Engraving Medals By Computer - May 95
custom -- Award Medals I - Sep/Oct 77
custom -- Custom Medallic Products - Apr. 94
customers for -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
display accessories -- Showcasing Medallic Products - Jun. 95
fabrication -- Make The Most Of Medallics - Jun. 00
holding -- Award Medals II - Nov/Dec 77
holding -- Breaking In An Award Engraver - May/Jun 77
holding -- Engraving Medals By Computer - May 95
holding -- Mold & Hold Fixture - May/Jun 89
holding -- Trophy Engraving Tips/Shortcuts I - Jan/Feb 82
holding & engraving -- Engraving Award Medals - Sep. 92
holding & engraving -- Engraving Award Medals Easily - Dec. 99
holding & engraving -- Engraving Award Medals II - May/Jun 87
manufacturing methods -- Award Medals Overview - Jul/Aug 92
manufacturing methods -- Custom Medallic Products - Apr. 94
manufacturing methods -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
marketing -- Custom Medallic Products - Apr. 94
marketing -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
marketing -- Make The Most Of Medallics - Jun. 00
marking with typewriter -- Straight Answers - Sep/Oct 79
medallion & frame style -- Award Medals I - Sep/Oct 77
oxidizing -- Engraving Award Medals - Sep. 92
oxidizing -- Engraving Award Medals Easily - Dec. 99
oxidizing -- Engraving Award Medals II - May/Jun 87
personalization techniques -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
personalizing -- Make The Most Of Medallics - Jun. 00
recessing in plaque -- Recessing A Medallion - Mar. 96
sizes available -- Award Medals I - Sep/Oct 77
stock vs. custom designs -- Award Medals Overview - Jul/Aug 92
types of -- Engraving Award Medals I - Mar/Apr 87
types of -- The Awards Arena - Aug. 02
unique -- Unique & Unusual Awards - Mar/Apr 88
what's available -- Expanding with Medallics - May 15
what's available -- Make The Most Of Medallics - Jun. 00
wording for -- Engraving Award Medals - Sep. 92
wording for -- Engraving Award Medals I - Mar/Apr 87
Medical Alert Jewelry
engraving etiquette -- Medical ID Jewelry - Feb. 94
marketing -- Medical ID Jewelry - Feb. 94
see Identification Bracelets -
Melamine Engraving Stock
manufacturing -- Melamine Engraving Laminate - Sep/Oct 76
preventing warpage -- Melamine Engraving Laminate - Sep/Oct 76
properties -- Melamine Engraving Laminate - Sep/Oct 76
see Phenolic -
storage -- Melamine Engraving Laminate - Sep/Oct 76
trends in -- Trends In Engraving Material - Dec. 92
Melting
see Cutting Problems -
see Key Caps, Plastic -
Memorabilia Cases
what's available -- Options In Memorabilia Cases - Oct. 96
Memorial Awards
wording on -- Plaque Messages IV - Jul. 95
Memorials & Memorial Gifts
marketing -- Making the Most of Memorial Markets - Nov. 17
marketing -- Reaching The Memorial Market - Mar. 20
marketing -- The Market for Memorial Products - Nov. 14
products -- Making the Most of Memorial Markets - Nov. 17
products -- Reaching The Memorial Market - Mar. 20
products -- The Market for Memorial Products - Nov. 14
products -- The Wide World of Awards - May 14
selling -- The Wide World of Awards - May 14
Merback Award Company
Merback Award Company -- Merback Award Company - Oct. 93
Metal Badges
see Badges, Metal -
Metal Graphics
see specific headings -
Metal Items, Repairing
see Repairing Damaged Hollowware -
Metal Labels
see Photosensitive Materials -
Metal Nameplates
Cutting -- BtoB: Shearing Metal Plates - Nov. 05
fabricating -- Metal Nameplates: Make Or Buy? - May/Jun 77
fabricating options -- Metal Nameplates - Aug. 98
lithography -- Metal Nameplates: Make Or Buy? - May/Jun 77
marking methods -- Metal Nameplates - Aug. 98
multicolor -- Jackson's Gedacolor System - Nov. 98
pre-cut -- Options In Pre-Cut Plates - Aug. 96
selling -- Metal Nameplates - Aug. 98
what's available -- Metal Nameplates - Aug. 98
Where to Begin -- BtoB:Cleaning Tech P.2 Uncoated Met - Jan. 06
Metal Polishes
Award Glo -- Handy Tools & Gadgets - May 97
Clean Engravable Jewelry/Gifts -- Clean Engravable Jewelry/Gifts - Jul/Aug 85
Cleaning Uncoated Metals -- Cleaning Techniques Part 2 - Jun. 99
Repairing Damaged Hollowware II -- Repairing Damaged Hollowware II - Jan/Feb 80
Metal Stamping
see Typewriter, Trophy Lettering (Automark) -
see Typewriter, Trophy Marking (Imperial) -
Metal Typewriter
vs. other methods -- Marking Methods I - Sep/Oct 82
Metallic Engraving Plastics
see Engraving Stock, Micro-Surface -
Metallic Waxes
see Color Filling -
Metalphoto Process
Graphic Images: Inside Metal -- Graphic Images: Inside Metal - Jul/Aug 77
Metals, Rotary Engraving
carbide vs. high speed steel cutters -- Rotary Cuts In Metal - Mar/Apr 82
coolants -- Rotary Cuts In Metal - Mar/Apr 82
coolants & lubricants -- BtoB: Rotary Engraving Metals - May 14
cutters -- BtoB: Rotary Engraving Metals - May 14
cutters -- Rotary Engraving Metals - Mar. 98
cutting speed -- Rotary Cuts In Metal - Mar/Apr 82
deep cuts -- BtoB: Rotary Engraving Metals - May 14
lubricants & coolants -- Rotary Engraving Metals - Mar. 98
rout & drag -- Rout And Drag Engraving - Aug. 99
speeds & feeds -- BtoB: Rotary Engraving Metals - May 14
speeds & feeds -- Rotary Engraving Metals - Mar. 98
stainless steel -- Engraving Stainless Steel - Nov/Dec 89
technique -- 4 Ways To Engrave Metal - Sep/Oct 88
technique -- 4 Ways to Rotary Engrave Metal - May 16
technique -- What Works: Metal & Marking - Sep. 02
tips & techniques -- BtoB: Rotary Engraving Metals - May 14
troubleshooting -- BtoB: Rotary Engraving Metals - May 14
troubleshooting -- Rotary Engraving Metals - Mar. 98
types of -- The "Scoop" on Metal - Mar. 16
Metals, Trophy & Engraving
aluminum -- Guide To Engraving Materials - May 98
aluminum -- Metals For Engraving - Nov. 94
aluminum -- Trophy & Engraving Metals Update - Sep/Oct 88
aluminum -- Trophy/Engraving Metals - Jul/Aug 78
brass -- Guide To Engraving Materials - May 98
brass -- Metals For Engraving - Nov. 94
brass -- Trophy & Engraving Metals Update - Sep/Oct 88
brass -- Trophy/Engraving Metals - Jul/Aug 78
buying considerations -- Metals For Engraving - Nov. 94
colored aluminum -- New Engraving Materials - Sep. 12
exterior -- Exterior Sign Materials - Jul. 18
guide to -- What Works: Metal & Marking - Sep. 02
laser engraving -- The "Scoop" on Metal - Mar. 16
laserable -- Guide To Engraving Materials - May 98
laserable -- Lasering Metal With A CO2 Laser - Oct. 99
material ordering tips -- Figuring The Job - Jun. 11
PrintShop Pro Layout program -- Tackling Trophy Plates - Jul. 03
rotary engraving -- The "Scoop" on Metal - Mar. 16
sparkle metal -- New Engraving Materials - Sep. 12
steel -- Trophy & Engraving Metals Update - Sep/Oct 88
steel -- Trophy/Engraving Metals - Jul/Aug 78
sublimation -- Guide To Engraving Materials - May 98
sublimation -- The "Scoop" on Metal - Mar. 16
sublimation -- Trophy & Engraving Metals Update - Sep/Oct 88
weatherable black aluminum -- New Engraving Materials - Sep. 12
Methylene Chloride
see Solvent Welding -
Micarta
see Melamine Engraving Stock -
Micrometer (Measuring)
for checking material thickness -- Working Without Depth Nose - Nov/Dec 85
for measuring -- Working Without Depth Nose - Nov/Dec 85
outside -- Handy Tools & Gadgets - May/Jun 88
Micrometer Stop
for setting cutting depth -- Working Without Depth Nose - Nov/Dec 85
Microscope, Cutter Measuring
see Cutter, Optical Measurement Of -
Microsurface Engraving Stocks
see Engraving Materials -
see Engraving Stock, Microsurface -
what's new -- Trends in Engraving Materials - Apr. 04
Microsurface Plastic Engraving
Calligragraphic Engraving -- Calligragraphic Engraving - Jan/Feb 83
Miller, Calvin
- Nov. 99
Miller, Sue
- Jun. 08
Milling Machine
Scripta CN900 -- Scripta's CN900 Engraving System - May/Jun 85
Minting
dies for -- Art Of Minting I - Jan/Feb 78
hand engraving dies -- Art Of Minting II - May/Jun 78
Mirrors
awards with -- Beveled Glass & Mirrors - Jul. 94
lasering -- Laser Engraving Glass - Oct. 10
mirrored acrylic -- Mirrored Acrylic Products - Nov. 97
sandblasting -- Sandblasting Glass III - Jan. 98
sandblasting -- Sandblasting Mirrors - Dec. 93
Misengravings, Repairing
see Repairing Damaged Hollowware -
Modular Signs
module sizes -- Interior Modular Signage - Sep/Oct 76
see Signage, Contemporary, modular signage in -
sign framing systems -- A "Sign" of Profit - Sep. 11
type of modules -- Interior Modular Signage - Sep/Oct 76
Monarch Trophy Studio
Monarch Trophy Studio -- Monarch Trophy Studio - Jun. 14
Money Clips
holding & engraving -- Engraving Money Clips - Jan. 97
Monogram Etiquette
Art Of Monogramming -- Art Of Monogramming - May/Jun 94
Beginner's Guide/Monograms -- Beginner's Guide/Monograms - Nov/Dec 81
coats of arms -- Jewelry/Gift Eng #2 Initials - Mar. 04
Jewelry & Gift Engraving -- BtoB-Engraving Etiquette Part 2 - Dec. 08
Jewelry/Gift Etiquette II -- Jewelry/Gift Etiquette II - Sep/Oct 82
Monogramming Etiquette -- Monogramming Etiquette - Jul/Aug 75
using initials & monograms -- BtoB: Using Initials & Monograms - Jun. 16
Using Initials/Monograms -- Using Initials/Monograms - Jan/Feb 86
Monogram Pins
holding -- Breaking In A Jewelry Engraver - May/Jun 76
holding -- Jewelry Holding III - Jul/Aug 83
Monograms
basics -- BtoB: Monogramming 101 - Mar. 02
computer engraving -- Making Computer Monograms - Oct. 96
engraving -- Art Of Monogramming - May/Jun 94
etiquette -- BtoB: Monogramming 101 - Mar. 02
etiquette -- BtoB: Using Initials & Monograms - Jun. 16
etiquette of -- see Monogram Etiquette -
hand engraved -- Shading Monograms - Nov/Dec 75
interlocking -- Beginner's Guide/Monograms - Nov/Dec 81
interlocking -- Jewelry/Gift Eng #2 Initials - Mar. 04
interlocking -- Jewelry/Gift Etiquette II - Sep/Oct 82
interlocking -- Shading Monograms - Nov/Dec 75
interlocking -- Type Selection - Jan/Feb 81
on door knockers -- Engraving Door Knockers - Mar/Apr 76
on flatware -- Flatware Etiquette - Sep/Oct 75
on pins -- Breaking In A Jewelry Engraver - May/Jun 76
on wedding cake knives -- Engraving Wedding Cake Knives - Mar/Apr 76
see Calligragraphic Engraving On Jewelry -
shaded -- 10 Helpful Tips For Engravers - Apr. 97
shaded -- Beginner's Guide/Monograms - Nov/Dec 81
shaded -- Shading Monograms - Nov/Dec 75
shaded -- Shading Technique - May/Jun 89
shading -- BtoB: Monogramming 101 - Mar. 02
two-letter -- Beginner's Guide/Monograms - Nov/Dec 81
typestyles -- Art Of Monogramming - May/Jun 94
typestyles -- Beginner's Guide/Monograms - Nov/Dec 81
Monograms, Old English
diagonal -- Decorative Monograms: Old English - Jan/Feb 77
diagonal -- Engraving Old English Monograms - Mar. 96
horizontal -- Engraving Old English Monograms - Mar. 96
stacked -- Decorative Monograms: Old English - Jan/Feb 77
type for -- Decorative Monograms: Old English - Jan/Feb 77
vertical -- Decorative Monograms: Old English - Jan/Feb 77
vertical -- Engraving Old English Monograms - Mar. 96
Morrison, Audrey
- Jan. 94
Morrison, Donald
- May 98
Mother's Day
displays -- Holiday Sales Tips IV - Jan/Feb 87
marketing -- Holiday Sales Tips IV - Jan/Feb 87
selling more -- Mother's Day Gifts - Mar/Apr 79
Motor Belt
fixing Kantograph -- Tips From Pros Jan/Feb 1984 - Jan/Feb 84
Motor Speed
see Cutting Speeds -
Motor Speed Controllers
Better Cuts Through Speed Control -- Better Cuts Through Speed Control - Jan/Feb 80
Cutting Speeds Updated -- Cutting Speeds Updated - Jul/Aug 82
Mounting Plates
see Tape, Double-Coated -
Mounting Signs
see Acrylic-Letter Signage -
see Signs, Mounting -
see Tape, Double-Coated -
Moving
considerations -- To Move Or Not To Move - Apr. 00
planning -- To Move Or Not To Move - Apr. 00
planning a move -- Publicizing Your Business Move - Jan/Feb 92
Mugs
Edge-to-edge Printing -- A New Mug Press in Town: The JP 500 - Dec. 06
laser engraving -- The "Scoop" on Drinkware Part 1 - Jan. 18
marketing -- Personalized Ceramic Mugs - Jun. 95
marking methods -- Personalized Ceramic Mugs - Jun. 95
powder coated -- The "Scoop" on Drinkware Part 1 - Jan. 18
Pressing Techniques -- A New Mug Press in Town: The JP 500 - Dec. 06
screen printing -- The "Scoop" on Drinkware Part 2 - Jun. 18
see Round Objects -
see Tankards -
styles of -- Personalized Ceramic Mugs - Jun. 95
sublimating -- see Sublimation, Mug -
sublimating -- The "Scoop" on Drinkware Part 2 - Jun. 18
Sublimating Polysub Travel Mugs -- Sublimating Polysub Travel Mugs - Apr. 08
travel mugs -- The "Scoop" on Drinkware Part 1 - Jan. 18
using a mug press -- A New Mug Press in Town: The JP 500 - Dec. 06
UV printing -- The "Scoop" on Drinkware Part 2 - Jun. 18
what's available -- The "Scoop" on Drinkware Part 2 - Jun. 18
Multiple Color Graphics
see Screen Printing -
see Sublimated Graphics -
see Vinyl Signs -
Multiple Plate Layouts
CorelDRAW's Print Merge -- CorelDRAW X4-Print Merge Wizard - Jul. 08
Multiple-Spindle Engraving
advantages of -- Multiple-Spindle Engraving - May/Jun 77
machines -- Multiple-Spindle Engraving - May/Jun 77
on tabulator keys -- Engraving On Curved Surface - Sep/Oct 76
Murals
changeable -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 3 - Nov. 11
creating tile murals -- BtoB: Art of Making Murals Part 1 - Dec. 18
Creating Tile Murals -- Creating Tile Murals with CorelDRAW - Oct. 08
creating tile murals -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 1 - Sep. 11
framing -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 3 - Nov. 11
grouting -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 3 - Nov. 11
heavyweight -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 3 - Nov. 11
ideas for -- Mini Topix: Colorful Tile Murals - Nov. 17
laser engraving -- BtoB: Art of Making Murals Part 2 - Jan. 19
laser engraving -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 2 - Oct. 11
marble & glass -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 3 - Nov. 11
materials for laser engraving -- BtoB: Art of Making Murals Part 2 - Jan. 19
materials for laser engraving -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 2 - Oct. 11
mounting methods -- BtoB: Making Murals: Part 3 - Dec. 19
mounting methods -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 3 - Nov. 11
permanent -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 3 - Nov. 11
removable -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 3 - Nov. 11
sizing -- BtoB: Art of Making Murals Part 1 - Dec. 18
sizing -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 1 - Sep. 11
styles of -- BtoB: Art of Making Murals Part 2 - Jan. 19
styles of -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 2 - Oct. 11
sublimating -- BtoB: Art of Making Murals Part 1 - Dec. 18
sublimating -- The Art of Making Murals: Part 1 - Sep. 11
Murphy's Laws Of Engraving
Murphy's Laws -- Murphy's Laws - Nov/Dec 84
Music Awards
marketing -- Reaching The Music Market - May 97
what's available -- Reaching The Music Market - May 97
Music Boxes
creating with a laser -- Creating a Music Box: Part 1 - Feb. 12
creating with a laser -- Creating a Music Box: Part 2 - Mar. 12
creating with a laser -- Creating a Music Box: Part 3 - Apr. 12
creating with a laser -- Creating a Music Box: Part 4 - May 12
holding -- Jewelry Holding II - May/Jun 83