USB Duplication is a Good Alternative When a DVD Just Isn't Big Enough
There are many pros and cons of USB copying just like any other type of media. Here are the main things that you should consider.
In Favor of USBs
The memory stick of an 8GB USB holds 2 times more data than a dvd. There are many options with USBs. Designing your own housing or inserting a company logo are both possibilities for a USB.
You are also able to reuse duplicated USB's. The intended recipient will be able to use the space that is left over. Users will then be able to access the unused memory, but have your logo in front of them always. This cannot be done with CDs and DVDs, which allows them to be lost easily after use. You can bring even more attention to your brand by adding a keychain or lanyard to your USB. Adding a keychain or lanyard to your USB will allow the user to have an added convenience and bring even more awareness to your company or brand.
Security is another great aspect of USB printing and duplication. You will have options to make the data copy and password protected and you can even make it unprintable or incapable of being erased by the user. Good service providers will be able to offer you any of these services.
Unfavorable Things about USBs
A higher expense is often a con of duplication of branded usbs instead of alternatives such as DVDs or CDs, but if you are able to purchase in bulk the price will lower. The advantages of a branded USB easily outweigh the cost of the purchase.
Time is usually another thing to consider. It generally takes longer to duplicate and print on USB than it does for CD and DVD duplication because of the amount of data involved. If you don't have an immediate deadline to meet, this will not be an issue and you can get expedited services too.
How to Choose a Style for Your USB
Don't worry about the memory because it is flat and small. This will make it easy to choose a housing that can look anyway you would like it to.
Don't feel like you are limited by plastic housing for branding your USB. There are other choices such as metal mouldings and wood carvings. Other types of creative housings may include making the stick into a business card, pen or even a bottle opener.
USB Printing
Screen printing is what allows you to print on the housing of your USB Drive. You can use up to four colors. Company logos and contact information can always be available to the user by using this technology.
The wear and scratches on the image is the only downside to screen printing because of frequent use. These scratches and wear don't show up for a long time though. Another option exists for your housing too. It consists of using a "domed" print or in other words a non-scratch epoxy resin. It appears as a clear curve over your logo. If you want to know about dvd printing, refer to the link for it.
