Choose Branding/Decoration:

• Screen Print   100mm × 100mm (one colour only)

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  Screen Print

  Screen printing is achieved by forcing ink through a fine mesh screen with a squeegee onto the product and is ideal for branding flat or cylindrical objects.

  Advantages

  • Large print areas are possible on both flat and cylindrical products.
  • Close PMS matches are possible on white or light coloured products.
  • Ideal for large solid areas of colour.
  • Most screen print inks are quick drying and can be shipped immediately after printing.
  • Metallic gold and silver is available.

  Limitations

  • Halftones and very fine lines are not recommended.
  • Close PMS matches are more difficult on darker products and will only be approximate.
  • Unable to print variable data.
  • A set up charge is required for each colour to be printed.

  Artwork Requirements

  • Artwork should be supplied in vector format.

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• Full Colour Print (Colourflex Transfer)   100mm × 100mm

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  Colourflex Transfer

  Colourflex transfers are a CMYK+W (white) digital print process, used for branding apparel and fabrics.

  Advantages

  • Ideal for producing full colour images (including gradients) as well as approximate spot colour branding.
  • High definition, complex, vibrant artwork suitable on a range of garment fabrics.
  • Eco friendly water-based inks.
  • Durable, flexible, and machine washable with a soft-touch matt finish.
  • Efficient self-weeding technology.
  • Only one set up charge is required regardless of the number of print colours.
  • Can be shipped straight after being printed.

  Limitations

  • Some colours cannot be reproduced including metallic and neon colours.
  • A thin, clear line of glue can sometimes be seen around the edges of the image.
  • Unable to print variable data.
  • Minimum detail is advised to be no finer than 1mm.

  Artwork Requirements

  • Artwork can be supplied in either vector or bitmap format.
  • Bitmaps supplied ideally 300dpi resolution at the actual print size.
  • Fonts are advised to be converted to outlines/objects to avoid font conflicts.
• Full Colour Print (Faux Embroidery)   100mm × 100mm

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  Embroidery

  Embroidery is an excellent way of branding bags, apparel and other textile products. It offers higher perceived value and a depth of branding quality which other processes can’t match and the finished image has a slightly raised effect. Embroidery uses rayon thread which is stitched into the product.

  Advantages

  • Only one setup charge applies per position for up to 12 thread colours.

  Limitations

  • Only approximate PMS colour matches are possible—the threads to be used are chosen from those available to give the closest possible match. See our thread colour chart for the colours available.
  • It is best to avoid both fine detail and font sizes which are less than 4mm high in the artwork.
  • Individual naming not available.

  Artwork Requirements

  • Vector artwork is preferred.
• Full Colour Print (DigiFlex Transfer)   100mm × 100mm

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  DigiFlex Transfer

  DigiFlex Transfer is a DTF or Direct to Film digital transfer process, used for branding apparel and fabrics.

  Advantages

  • More economical for short runs.
  • Ideal for personalisation and variable data, including names and numbering.
  • Eco-friendly water-based inks.
  • Durable, flexible branding for apparel that is machine washable.
  • Efficient self-weeding technology.
  • Only one set up charge is required regardless of the number of print colours.
  • Can be shipped straight after being printed.

  Limitations

  • Some colours, including closely matched PMS, RGB, metallic and neon colours, cannot be produced.
  • Minimum detail advised at 1mm.

  Artwork Requirements

  • Artwork can be supplied in either vector or bitmap format.
  • Supplied bitmaps must be higher than 300DPI resolution at the actual print size.
  • Fonts are advised to be converted to outlines/objects to avoid font conflicts.
• Individual names/numbers (per line)   Please also choose DigiFlex Transfer.

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  Individual names/numbers

  Individual names/numbers provides the ability to individualise a product with a person’s name or number, so creating a unique, personalised gift.

  Advantages

  • Instant connection with the product.
  • Can add numbers as well as names, etc.

  Limitations

  • Not all products can be personalised as it depends on the branding method(s) available.
  • Text only.
  • Multiple lines of text may incur extra costs.

  Artwork Requirements

  • List of names/numbers
  • Font required (if any)