U.S. Department of Commerce - Printed Flag
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U.S. Department of Commerce – Printed Flag

SKU: U.S. Department of Commerce - Printed Flag

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U.S. Department of Commerce - Printed Flag

  • Official Department of Commerce design on nylon, made in the USA
  • Dye-printed on 200 denier nylon, lock stitched
  • Single-sided or double-sided (double-reverse, double-paneled or single field double seal); pole hem, fringed pole hem or grommets
  • 3x4 FT, 3x5 FT, 4x6 FT, 5x8 FT, 52x66 IN

Product Description

The U.S. Department of Commerce Printed Flag is dye-printed on 200 denier nylon, so every line of the Department of Commerce’s official emblem reproduces exactly, and it is made in the USA. Most printed flags are finished with a canvas header and brass grommets for an outdoor flagpole; a pole hem is available for indoor and parade display.

This is a call-in item, so you choose the details with us. Order the Department of Commerce printed flag single-sided or double-sided, with a pole hem, a fringed pole hem or grommets, in 3x4 FT, 3x5 FT, 4x6 FT, 5x8 FT or 52x66 IN. Review your options above, then call 703-751-2411 or request a quote and we will confirm the details before production.

The Department of Commerce promotes economic growth, trade and technological advancement. Its bureaus include the Census Bureau, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Patent and Trademark Office, the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the International Trade Administration.

Choose Your Options

Every U.S. Department of Commerce Printed Flag is made to order, so tell us how you want it built. These are the choices.

Pole hem illustration for the U.S. Department of Commerce Printed Flag: a sewn sleeve along the hoist edge slides over the pole
Pole hem: a sewn sleeve that slides over the pole
Illustration of an indoor flag with a pole hem and gold fringe on three edges
Pole hem with fringe: gold rayon trim on three edges
Close-up illustration of two brass grommets set into a canvas flag header
Grommets: brass rings in a canvas header, for an outdoor pole
Single-sided flag: the design is on the front only and the back is blankNCFFRONTBLANKBACK
Single-sided: design on the front, blank back
Double-sided, double-reverse: one layer of fabric, the design shows through on the back in reverseNCFFRONTNCFREADS IN REVERSEBACK
Double-sided (double-reverse): design shows through in reverse
Double-sided, double-paneled: two panels sewn back to back so the design reads correctly on both sidesNCFFRONTNCFSECOND PANEL, SEWN BACK TO BACKBACK
Double-sided (double-paneled): reads correctly on both sides
Double-sided, single field double seal: one field with the seal on the front and a second seal tacked to the backNCFFRONTNCFSECOND SEAL TACKED ONBACK
Double-sided (single field, double seal): second seal on the back

  • Mounting: A pole hem is a sewn sleeve along the hoist edge that slides over an indoor or parade pole. A pole hem with fringe adds gold rayon fringe on three edges, the traditional ceremonial finish. Grommets are brass rings set into a canvas header, the standard finish for an outdoor flagpole.
  • Single-sided or double-sided: A single-sided flag carries the design on the front only; the back is blank. A double-sided flag shows the design on both sides and is built one of three ways:
    • Double-reverse: one layer of fabric, printed on one side so the dye soaks through and the design shows on the back in reverse. The lightest build.
    • Double-paneled: two panels sewn back to back, so the design reads correctly on both sides. The heaviest build, and it needs the most wind to fly.
    • Single field, double seal: one field with the emblem on the front and a second emblem tacked to the back, so the seal reads correctly from either side without the weight of two panels.
  • Printed construction: Acid dye bonds into the nylon fiber, so the color goes deep and stays bright outdoors. Every printed flag is lock stitched, the stronger interlocking stitch, on the seams and header. For appliqué and embroidery instead of print, see the sewn version of this flag.
  • Size: 3x4 FT, 3x5 FT, 4x6 FT, 5x8 FT, 52x66 IN. For another size, give us the finished width and height you need.

Product Features

  • Official Department of Commerce design: the U.S. Department of Commerce Printed Flag carries the Department of Commerce’s official emblem, reproduced to the agency’s design in the mounting and size you order.
  • Printed construction: dye-printed on 200 denier nylon and lock stitched, so fine seal detail reproduces exactly and the color holds up in sun and rain.
  • Nylon field: lightweight nylon that flies in a light breeze, sheds water and dries quickly.
  • Built your way: single-sided or double-sided (double-reverse, double-paneled or single field double seal); pole hem, fringed pole hem or grommets; 3x4 FT, 3x5 FT, 4x6 FT, 5x8 FT, 52x66 IN.
  • Made in the USA: every Department of Commerce flag we sell is made in the USA.
  • Matched sets: order one flag or a set for every office, and the mounting and size will be the same on each.

President Theodore Roosevelt signed the act creating the Department of Commerce and Labor on February 14, 1903, with George B. Cortelyou as its first Secretary. The new department gathered the Census, the Coast and Geodetic Survey, the Bureau of Standards, the Light House Board, the Bureau of Fisheries and other technical agencies under one roof. On March 4, 1913, Labor became its own department and the remainder became the Department of Commerce, with William C. Redfield as Secretary.

The Patent Office moved to Commerce in 1925, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration was formed within it in 1970, and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration was created inside it in 1978. The departmental seal, approved by the President on April 4, 1913, shows a sailing ship above a lighthouse, with a bald eagle crest.

Department of Commerce Flag: Symbolism at a Glance

  • Ship: Commerce.
  • Lighthouse: Guidance out of darkness.
  • Blue: Uprightness and constancy.
  • Gold: Purity.
  • Eagle: The national scope of the department's work.

  • Product: U.S. Department of Commerce Printed Flag
  • Material: Nylon
  • Construction: Acid dye printed on 200 denier nylon; lock stitched
  • Mounting: Pole hem, pole hem with gold rayon fringe, or canvas header with brass grommets
  • Sides: Single-sided or double-sided (double-reverse, double-paneled or single field double seal)
  • Sizes: 3x4 FT, 3x5 FT, 4x6 FT, 5x8 FT, 52x66 IN
  • Display: Outdoor flagpole with grommets; indoor and parade with a pole hem
  • Origin: Made in the USA
  • Ordering: Call 703-751-2411 or request a quote; this item is not sold online
  • Hardware: Indoor poles, floor stands, finials, outdoor poles and halyard are in Hardware and Accessories

  • Commerce headquarters and bureau offices
  • Regional and export assistance centers
  • Research laboratories and data centers
  • Trade events, dedications and employee ceremonies
  • Retirement, promotion and award presentations
  • Fly it beneath the American flag on an outdoor flagpole, or on its own pole beside it

Which options can I choose on the U.S. Department of Commerce Printed Flag?

Single-sided or double-sided; a pole hem, a fringed pole hem or grommets; and 3x4 FT, 3x5 FT, 4x6 FT, 5x8 FT or 52x66 IN. Review them above, then call or request a quote.

How is a double-sided flag made?

Three ways. Double-reverse is one layer of fabric, so the design shows through on the back in reverse; it is the lightest build and flies in the least wind. Double-paneled is two panels sewn back to back, so the design reads correctly on both sides; it is the heaviest. Single field, double seal is one field with a second emblem tacked to the back, so the seal reads correctly from either side at close to single-layer weight.

For a flag seen from both sides indoors, double-paneled or single field double seal reads best. For an outdoor pole, double-reverse flies most easily. Tell us where the flag will hang and we will recommend one.

Should I order the Department of Commerce flag sewn or printed?

Sewn appliqué and embroidery gives the emblem relief and texture, and it is the traditional choice for a ceremonial flag indoors. Printed reproduces fine seal detail exactly and is the usual choice for an outdoor flagpole. Both are made in the USA. If you are unsure, tell us where the flag will be displayed and we will recommend one.

Can the Department of Commerce printed flag be displayed indoors?

Yes. Order it with a pole hem, plain or with fringe, for an indoor or parade pole. For a formal ceremonial flag with appliqué and embroidery, see the Department of Commerce sewn flag.

How long does a printed flag last outdoors?

It depends on wind, sun and how often it flies. Acid dye bonds into the nylon fiber, so the color holds up well, and every printed flag is lock stitched for the wind. Tell us where the flag will fly and we will recommend a size and a replacement schedule.

How is the Department of Commerce flag flown with the American flag?

The American flag takes the position of honor. On separate poles of the same height it flies on its own right, which is the viewer’s left. When two flags share one halyard, the American flag is at the peak and the Department of Commerce flag flies below it.

How do I order the U.S. Department of Commerce Printed Flag?

It is a call-in item. Review your options above, then call 703-751-2411 or send them through our contact page with the quantity you need. We confirm the details before anything goes into production. Agencies that order the Department of Commerce flag for several locations can ask about a business account, and we keep the Department of Commerce flag design on file so reorders match the first set. Browse the full government agency flag collection for other departments, or read about our appliqué and embroidery and custom printing.

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