What
is the lead time to produce my order?
Generally production time is 8 weeks. All products are sold FOB, Los
Angeles, CA. Generally, it takes 10 business days to get a pre-production
proof. Then 3-4 weeks to manufacture, then 3-4 weeks to ship from our
factory in China. We do offer faster service if you need it. Please call
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What
do I need to do first to get started?
First,
request the most up-to-date DESIGN TEMPLATE. We will email you an EPS
file. This is used to layout your images with PHOTOSHOP or ILLUSTRATOR.
Then simply send us a digital proof (in JPG or PDF format) and we can give you
initial feedback to make it even easier to produce award winning cubes.
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What
kind of FILM do I need to submit?
Well
you do not need to submit film as we actually prefer digital files. If you
do supply film, we need it in the following format:
One set of 4-color process film, follow the MagiCubes.com template
exactly. CMYK POSITIVE film, RIGHT READING, emulsion down, screen
value 175 lpi, 350 dpi. Two Color proofs must be included. Artwork
must include patent details.
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What
are the specifications for Digital Artwork?
Digital artwork is preferred as it is much easier to make minor corrections in
production if needed.
Follow the MagiCubes.com templates only. Your DIGITAL file must be
formatted as CMYK at 350 DPI, and can be one of the following
formats; EPS, PSD or Adobe Illustrator) NO QUARK FILES are
accepted.
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What
is the Patent # and Why do I need it?
The Patent # is needed as this is a PATENTED product. If you
have been told it is not necessary, then you may not be purchasing
the original and patented Magic Cube. Copies are subject to
US Customs seizing the goods. Please use this Patent # when
you are designing your cubes. You may place it on any panel,
so long as it is legible.
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PATENT NO.:
ZL97 218 6816
How
can I tell if my layout is correct?
Its easy. Just send a DRAFT (as many as you like) to your customer service
rep. They will personally review it with you so your project turns out
just the way you want it. Just save your artwork as a 72 DPI JPG or PDF
file and email it. We'll get back to you with our comments the same day.
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What
is the Minimum Order?
The Minimum for most products is 500 pcs. If you really want less than 500
pcs, the cost per piece will be nearly twice that of 500, so the total cost will
still be the same. We use top quality 4 Color Process Printing and 500 pcs
is our minimum on the most popular styles.
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Can
I have more than 1 version in the same shipment?
If you order a minimum of 1,000 cubes, we can split the order for each 500 pcs
with different artwork. You can combine the quantity to achieve the lowest
Quantity Discount. There will be a set-up charge for each set of artwork.
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What does the
term FOB Los Angeles mean?
The term FOB stands for Freight On Board. When you purchase
'something' and pay for it with terms 'FOB origin' it means
the responsibility of the Seller (MagiCubes) stops when the
'goods' are delivered to the transporting company at our warehouse
in Los Angeles or another "FOB location". We also ship F.O.B. Hong
Kong and FOB U.K. (London ). Please call or email for
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How
long will it take to produce my order?
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See Delivery Schedule
It depends on what you order, but the general rule is 8 weeks from
when you place your order. Delivery is FOB Los Angeles.
See Delivery Schedule . Please call for exact delivery options. Back To
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Where
do I mail my artwork and deposit?
Please send your artwork VIA FTP (contact us for specific
instructions.
Please FedEx your deposit to: (if you are not paying by
credit card or submitting payment via bank wire;
then mail your payment directly to our office.
MagiCubes.com
Headquarters
2934 Beverly Glen Circle Suite 700
Los Angeles, CA 90077
phone - 800-784-7654
fax - 310-220-6855
SKYPE - magicubes-ron
MagiCubes is a
division of PTI Corp. and
Promotional Technologies International (Hong Kong)
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