news= [ { "ID" : "15", "Title" : "Smith & Warren introduces the completely redesigned VisualBadge", "NewsText" : "

Smith & Warren is proud to announce the completely redesigned version of VisualBadge, the most comprehensive badge design program.

Now with VisualBadge, in addition to the almost 1,000 customizable badge models, miniature family badges, custom collar insignia, commendation bars, nameplates and tie bars, you can now design Acrylic badge preservations and Family Badge Christmas ornaments just in time for this holiday season.

visit www.smithwarren.com/visualbadge to create your next Smith & Warren product today.

", "DisplayDate" : "Oct 27, 2015" }, { "ID" : "14", "Title" : "Smith & Warren's New Chat System", "NewsText" : "

Smith & Warren is proud to introduce our new live chat system, a comprehensive tool allowing you to instantly connect with a representative to check on the status of an order, get details on a previous order, or get assistance with any general questions you may have.

This new development lets you quickly get answers to your questions by engaging one of our customer service representatives right away from the convenience of your computer. This affords you peace of mind knowing you can quickly resolve issues and answer questions without having to wait for a return email or phone call. If you have any questions, a live assistant will be standing by during the hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm Eastern Time.

No matter how you contact Smith & Warren, we love to hear from you!

", "DisplayDate" : "Aug 06, 2014" }, { "ID" : "13", "Title" : "Smith & Warren Acquires Weyhing Brothers Manufacturing Company of Detroit Michigan.", "NewsText" : "

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Smith & Warren leading U.S. Manufacturer of badges, uniform insignia, and accessories will now carry on the proud Michigan tradition of the Weyhing Brothers Manufacturing Company. The skillful manufacturing process of Weyhing Brothers’ carefully crafted products will be maintained as all of the original tools and dies have been transferred to the Smith & Warren production facilities in White Plains, NY.

“It is with a great sense of responsibility to the Michigan public safety community that we take on the Weyhing Brothers product line” says Lee Galperin of Smith & Warren. “Weyhing Brothers has been locally manufacturing badges in Michigan for over 100 years. We plan to use the original dies in the manufacture of the new badges while combining modern production techniques to ensure the highest levels of quality and service.”

Weyhing Brothers badge styles will now be available through all authorized Smith & Warren dealers and can be customized and previewed online with Smith & Warrens’ industry leading VisualBadge program.

Visit http://www.smithwarren.com for more information, or to view the Weyhing Brothers badge styles.

About Weyhing Brothers
Weyhing Brothers Manufacturing Company has manufactured in the heart of Detroit Michigan since 1903 producing custom made badges, jewelry, and awards. It has been a family owned and operated business since 1983, using the original equipment, tools, and dies to produce a unique end product.

About Smith & Warren
Smith & Warren has been proudly manufacturing uniform badges and insignia in the United States since 1925, and is the most technologically advanced badge manufacturer in the United States. The finest materials are combined with cutting edge manufacturing technology to produce a product that can be worn with pride. Every Smith & Warren badge is manufactured within 3 Weeks and is the only badge that comes with a Full Lifetime Warranty. To learn more about Smith & Warren visit http://www.smithwarren.com

For more information about the Weyhing Brothers badge collection contact Sal Raniolo, Regional Account Manger, Phone: 914.948.4619, SalR@SmithWarren.com.

For marketing or media inquiries about Smith & Warren products and services please contact Josh Medeiros, Director of Business Development at Josh@SmithWarren.com, Phone: 914.598.0122, Fax: 914.517.2782

", "DisplayDate" : "Jun 11, 2014" }, { "ID" : "11", "Title" : "Smith & Warren Introduces The Badge of Life", "NewsText" : "

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White Plains, NY, January 3, 2011 – Smith & Warren® is proud to announce The Badge of Life™, the only badge designed exclusively for EMS professionals.

The Badge of Life™ has been uniquely designed to reflect the EMS professionals pledge to:

SAVE - By providing the best treatment available to patients while in your care.

SERVE- The community in which you work without discrimination.

RESPECT - The dignity and privacy of those homes and businesses you enter.

Manufactured in the USA by Smith & Warren®, The Badge of Life™ features the star of life positioned at the top of the badge with Sun rays radiating from the center seal. The standard center seal has been designed using red and blue enamel representing blood that depicts Life. The Eagle represents the National EMS system and the five stars act as yet another reminder to provide every patient with quality care. Two standard models are available that have either a solid metal star of life, polished and electroplated to a brilliant silver or gold finish or a classic blue star of life finished with the highest quality hard fired cloisonné enamel. With a variety of finishes, attachments, lettering and EMS center seal options, The Badge of Life™ can be customized to meet individual needs. Combined with Smith & Warren’s® Visualbadge™ technology customers can also customize and preview The Badge of Life™ at www.TheBadgeofLife.com .

Smith & Warren® is a leading U.S. Manufacturer of badges, uniform insignia, accessories, and a certified manufacturer to the Institute of Heraldry for the manufacture and supply of official U.S. Army badges and insignia. Smith & Warren has been proudly manufacturing uniform badges and insignia in the United States since 1925, and is the most technologically advanced badge manufacturer in the United States. The finest materials are combined with cutting edge manufacturing technology to produce a product that can be worn with pride. Every Smith & Warren badge is manufactured within 3 Weeks and is the only badge that comes with a Full Lifetime Warranty. To learn more about Smith & Warren visit www.smithwarren.com . For more information about The Badge of Life™ or Smith & Warren products and services please contact Joshua R. Medeiros, Director of Marketing at Josh@SmithWarren.com, Phone: 914-598-0122, Fax: 914-517-2782.

", "DisplayDate" : "Jan 05, 2012" }, { "ID" : "9", "Title" : "The Story of Smith & Warren", "NewsText" : "Read about the story of Smith & Warren in this month’s issue of Made to Measure: http://www.madetomeasuremag.com/fall-winter-2011/smith-and-warren", "DisplayDate" : "Aug 26, 2011" }, { "ID" : "8", "Title" : "New products, trade events, Dealer and Department Spotlight!", "NewsText" : "

", "DisplayDate" : "Jan 12, 2011" }, { "ID" : "7", "Title" : "Smith & Warren Launches the NEW SmithWarren.com", "NewsText" : "\n

Smith & Warren Launches the NEW www.smithwarren.com. The new site has been re-designed from scratch with our valued customers in mind. New, more intuitive search features. Galleries of new badge designs and newly created custom badges, as well as galleries of recently created Challenge Coins and Lapel Pins.

The New SmithWarren.com has also been redesigned to make navigating easier; you can easily peruse through the site, or dive right into the product category or topic that you like.

In addition to a completely re-designed site, Smith & Warren's VisualBadge has also been completely upgraded with a new navigation interface, intuitive search tools, and is still packed with over 600 badges and thousands of seals so you can customize your next badge online.

Thank you for visiting the NEW SmithWarren.com, we hope you enjoy our new look!

", "DisplayDate" : "Sep 25, 2010" }, { "ID" : "9999", "Title" : "", "NewsText" : "", "DisplayDate" : "" } ] ; blogText="Police in Wichita Falls, Texas use custom badge to celebrate 125th anniversary";