Custom Safety Gear & Branded PPE

Custom-branded safety gear helps companies improve workforce identification, promote their brand, and maintain a professional appearance on the jobsite. Guru's Safety Gear offers multiple decoration methods to match the product, logo, and application.

Pad Printing

What Is Pad Printing?

Pad printing transfers ink from an etched plate to a product using a silicone pad. The flexible pad conforms to curved, textured, and irregular surfaces that are difficult to decorate using other methods.

Best For

• Hard hats
• Safety helmets
• Safety glasses
• Hard hat visors and ear muffs
  

Advantages

• Excellent for small logos
• Works on curved surfaces
• Cost-effective for larger quantities
• Sharp detail reproduction
• Durable industrial marking

Considerations

• Limited to 3-4 colors per location
• Not ideal for large imprint areas (max size is around 3" wide)
• Setup charges are higher initially, but there are no repeat set-up fees

Screen Printing

What Is Screen Printing?

Screen printing pushes ink through a mesh screen onto the product surface. It is one of the most common and economical methods for decorating apparel and safety gear.

Best For

• Safety vests
• T-shirts
• High visibility apparel
• Hoodies
• FR apparel
• Tote bags

Advantages

• Economical for larger runs
• Vibrant colors
• Large imprint areas
• Excellent durability
• Consistent results

Considerations

• Setup required for each color
• Less cost-effective for small quantities

DTF (Direct-to-Film) Transfers

What Is DTF Printing?

DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing transfers a full-color design onto fabric using a heat-applied transfer. Unlike screen printing, DTF can reproduce detailed artwork, gradients, and unlimited colors without requiring separate screens for each color.

Best For

• Safety vests
• T-shirts
• Hoodies
• Sweatshirts
• Hi-vis apparel
• Work shirts
• Jackets
• Soft goods
• Select gloves (depending on material)

Advantages

• Full-color logos and artwork
• Excellent detail and gradient reproduction
• No color limitations
• Cost-effective for small and medium quantities
• Fast setup and production
• Great for distributor sample orders
• Works well for names and variable data

Considerations

• Not ideal for extremely high-volume runs where screen printing may be more economical
• Decoration area must be relatively flat
• Some specialty fabrics may require testing

Embroidery

What Is Embroidery?

Embroidery stitches your logo directly into the fabric using thread, creating a professional and long-lasting decoration.

Best For

• Safety vests
• Jackets
• Hoodies
• Polo shirts
• Hats
• Beanies

Advantages

• Premium appearance
• Extremely durable
• Professional corporate branding
• Withstands industrial laundering

Considerations

• Not ideal for very small text
• Limited detail compared to printing
• Additional cost for large stitch counts

UV DTF Transfers

What Is UV DTF?

UV DTF (Direct-to-Film) transfers create full-color, high-resolution graphics that are applied directly to hard goods. They offer exceptional detail and vibrant colors without requiring screens or plates.

Best For

• Hard hats
• Safety helmets
  
• Other hard surfaces that are smooth

Advantages

• Full-color logos
• Gradient and photographic detail
• No color limitations
• Excellent appearance on small runs
• Great for multi-color logos

Considerations

• Requires relatively smooth surfaces
• Not suitable for all materials
• Some highly textured surfaces may limit adhesion
• Not as durable as other options

Choosing the Right Decoration Method