100 Best 2010

Nearly 20,000 employees from 303 participated in the 17th annual ranking of the 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon survey. With 15 employees and a 3,500-square-foot office space in downtown Gresham, Stamp-Connection took No. 3 on the list of Best Small Companies.

“With just $1.25 million in annual gross revenues, Stamp-Connection is one of the smallest companies to make the 100 Best. The company won points for offering 100% percent paid health care for families of employees and paid maternity and paternity leave. But the category that vaulted Stamp-Connection to No. 3 on the list of Best Small Companies was decision-making and trust.” (Oregon Business, March 2010).

Read the complete article on Oregon Business.com

View the complete list of 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon.

• Push down the stamp about 1/4″ to the lock line and then slide the red button into the lock position
• Pull out the ink pad completely from the machine and flip over
• Put a few drops of refill ink directly onto the pad surface and allow it to soak in
• Place the ink pad back into the machine and stamp down to unlock

Replacing a Self-Inking Ideal Rubber Stamp Pad

• Push down the stamp about 1/4″ to the lock line and then slide the red button into the lock position
• Pull out the ink pad completely from the machine
• Throw out the old ink pad
• Insert the new ink pad into the machine and stamp down to unlock

This stamp is great for creating fun, and at times, whimsical lists for your day to day activities.

But the fun doesn’t have to stop there. You can design your own Make A List Stamp.

Now that is what I call fun!

We have tons of exciting new features you should check out.

This blog is one of those key features, bringing you valuable information about our every growing company and the endless supply of marking devices we manufacture.  From custom rubber stamps, to custom embossers, to custom full color sublimation products, to laser engraved name tags and name plates, no beats Stamp-Connection, the leader in customer rubber stampage.

Don’t just take our word it when you can read what others say about us.  Also be sure to learn more about our company, and the values that help set Stamp-Connection apart.

2. Pre-inked stamps require no stamp pads. That’s right, no more messy accidents from stamping our fists into an ink pad rather than our rubber stamp. Plus there is no ink pad to dry out if left open.

3. Xstamper rubber stamps are available in 18 different mounts to fit the needs of every stamper who might need a small pocket stamp, an inspector stamp, a date stamp, or a large stamp plate.

4. State of the art formulated dyestuff oil based ink is the Xstamper standard in every one of their rubber stamps. This oil based ink is water resistant and dries quickly.

5. Environmentally friendly. Xstamper rubber stamps have a built in ink reservoir that is easily refillable with the same color ink they were originally shipped with, ensuring that your Xstamper lasts a lifetime and remains out of the landfill.

6. Xstamper rubber stamp die plates are laser engraved and custom made to your order specifications. Show off your custom logo, or favorite artwork along with the custom text.

7. Xstamper rubber stamps feature an ABS plastic construction and an ergonomic handle that is both stylish and comfortable

8. Xstamper stamps represent a superior value because they yield over 50,000 impressions before needing a re-inking, giving Xstamper rubber stamps a lower cost per impression than their competitors.

9. Xstamper rubber stamps come standard with a 100% lifetime guarantee.

10. One impression is all it takes. Just make an impression with an Xstamper and you will immediately notice the difference. Xstamper rubber stamps are just made better, and create much better results than other pre-inked and self-inking rubber stamps.

If you need another reason, consider this. Stamp-Connection offers Free Shipping on all Xstamper products. Now that is a perfect combination of quality and value!

Ron, Dave & Ken Windell of Grays Harbor Stamp Works, in its 93rd year, invited John Clark and Derek Persons of Stamp-Connection along with Tony Pezze of United Marking to tour their facilities and show them that the same craftsmanship that brought success to past generations of stamp makers is still viable in today’s high tech world.

“Meeting another company that takes pride in their work such as Grays Harbor inspires us to do better.” says John Clark of Stamp-Connection. “And the success that all of our companies have shown during these tough economic times proves that a quality product and exceptional customer service still matters above all else.”

The night started with a tour of the manufacturing process that Grays Harbor uses to turn out high quality rubber stamps and engraved products.

The equipment, some well over 50 years, is still going strong and is used on a daily basis.

“You can’t help but to feel proud working on the same benches and using the same equipment that our father and grandfather used to build the business.” says Ken Windell. “The rubber stamp industry has been good to our family.”

The Oregon State Seal consists of an outer ring with the text “State of Oregon”, “1859″. The inner circle contains an American eagle atop a shield. The shield contains mountains, an elk, a wagon, the Pacific Ocean, on which there are a British man-of-war departing and an American steamer arriving. The second quartering with a sheaf, a plow, and a pickax. The banner is inscribed “The Union”. Thirty-three stars surrounding the shield represent the number of states upon Oregon’s entry into the union in 1859.

Now-a-days, a Notary Public utilizes state seals when they notarize a document with a notary embosser. A Notary Public is a public official who notarizes legal documents and who can also administer and take oaths, and affirmations among other tasks. Each state has different notary rules of conduct, and anyone interested in becoming a Notary Public should learn the requirements for their state.

Stamp-Connection carries an entire line of quality Notary stamps, Notary embossers, and Notary accessories, including Notary Journals that are required to record all notary activities.

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN GRESHAM BUSINESS EXCEEDS $1 MILLION IN SALES

Gresham, OR – Stamp-Connection announces that they have passed $1 million in year-to-date sales for 2007. The company had sales of $757,000 in 2006, an increase of 33% with still one month left in the year. In August of 2007, the company had their first $100,000 month, followed with their second and third $100,000 month in October and November. The increase in sales is directly related to Stamp-Connection’s expanded offering of premium pre-inked rubber stamps, including the Xstamper line, which is the most recognized pre-inked stamp worldwide.

“Ever since we started selling Xstamper products back in February, we have seen a sharp increase in all of our rubber stamp categories,” said owner John Clark. “We expected to drive pre-inked rubber stamp business with the Xstamper, but the pull through of iStamp and Ideal stamps have been a terrific surprise.”

The company has established a Pre-Ink Stamp Department to keep up with the growth in business, which will begin order fulfillment of Xstamper orders in the Pacific Northwest from the Shachihata Corporation in January 2008. The company ships to customers in all fifty states and most western countries from its 3,600 square foot shop in Historic Downtown Gresham, and are extremely popular with bill marking enthusiasts on the website WheresGeorge.com. Likewise, the company expects to expand their custom laser-engraving department in 2008, to keep pace with the growing demand for nameplates, awards, and embossers.

About Stamp-Connection:
Stamp-Connection manufactures premium self-inking rubber stamps and marking systems for businesses, organizations, and individuals. Located in Historic Downtown Gresham Oregon since 2001, the company reaches customers worldwide through their website that offers a convenient shopping experience and quality customer service. The company has given back more than $15,000 to the community through sponsorships and donations in 2007, with total sponsorship and donations reaching over $50,000 since its inception in 2001.