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Custom Print Processes at ADM

At ADM, we specialise in delivering high-quality, customised teamwear and apparel using a variety of in-house print processes. By investing in the latest technologies, we ensure every logo, name, and design is applied with precision and durability — giving your club, school, business, or organisation a professional finish.

Direct to Film (DTF) Printing

DTF printing is a modern digital process that allows for vibrant, full-colour designs with fine detail. It’s ideal for logos with multiple colours, gradients, or intricate shapes, and produces a soft, flexible print that lasts.

Digital / Screen Print Transfers

Perfect for larger, more complex designs, this method combines the sharpness of digital printing with the durability of screen print. It offers excellent coverage and is a cost-effective option for bulk orders.

Vinyl Prints

Vinyl printing uses heat-applied vinyl to create bold, solid designs. This method is especially popular for names, numbers, and simple logos, offering strong colours and a smooth, durable finish.

Traditional Screen Printing

A trusted method for decades, screen printing is perfect for bold designs and large runs. With today’s technology, ADM’s in-house screen printing produces consistent, professional results across a wide range of garments.

Comparison of ADM Print Processes

Print Method	Best For	Durability	Benefits
Direct to Film (DTF)	Full-colour logos, detailed artwork	High	Vibrant colours, fine detail, works on many fabrics
Digital/Screen Transfers	Bulk orders, multi-colour prints	High	Combines sharp detail with strong coverage, cost-effective at scale
Vinyl Prints	Names, numbers, simple logos	Very High	Clean, bold look, great for sports kit personalisation
Screen Printing	Large runs, bold designs	Very High	Cost-effective, strong colours, long-lasting on cotton & blends

What File Format is Required for Printing?

To ensure the highest quality print, ADM requires your logo in a vector file format. Vector artwork is created in design software such as Adobe Illustrator and is best supplied as: .ai, .eps, .cdr, .pdf

Vector files are resolution-independent, meaning they can be scaled without losing clarity. For the best results, artwork should be supplied at a minimum of 300 dpi.

By contrast, JPEG and bitmap files are usually lower resolution and often unsuitable for professional printing, as they can appear pixelated or blurred when enlarged.

Tip: In Illustrator, select “Create Outlines” before sending your artwork. This converts all fonts into text shapes, ensuring nothing shifts or changes when the file is printed.

If you don’t have vector artwork available, don’t worry — ADM can recreate your logos in a vector format for a small fee. This guarantees the sharp, professional finish your teamwear and promotional clothing deserves.

Vector vs JPEG/Bitmap – Which Is Best for Printing?

Feature	Vector Files (.ai, .eps, .pdf, .cdr)	JPEG/Bitmap (.jpg, .png, .bmp)
Scalability	✅ Can be resized infinitely without losing quality	❌ Loses quality when enlarged, may look pixelated
Print Quality	✅ Sharp, clean lines and colours	❌ Blurry edges, poor colour accuracy
File Size	✅ Small, efficient	❌ Can be large but still low quality
Best For	✅ Professional printing, embroidery, high-resolution logos	❌ Quick previews, web use only
ADM Recommendation	✅ Always use vector files for the best results	⚠️ Not recommended for printing

Remember: If your logo is only available as a JPEG or PNG, ADM can recreate it as a vector file for a small fee — ensuring professional, high-quality results every time.

Is it possible to match Pantone colours with the different print techniques?

Yes, in most cases ADM can match your brand’s Pantone colours, but the accuracy depends on the print method used:

Screen Print: Offers the closest Pantone matching, making it ideal for precise brand colours.

Vinyl Print: Good colour matching, though limited to available vinyl colour ranges.

Direct to Film (DTF) & Digital Printing: Can produce vibrant, full-colour prints, but slight variations may occur compared to exact Pantone references.

Our in-house team will always advise the best print process to achieve the closest match to your Pantone requirements, ensuring your branding looks sharp and consistent.

The Rise of Print on Demand & Personalisation

The demand for personalised apparel has never been greater. With the growth of digital commerce and the trend towards individuality, print on demand has become a key part of how teams, schools, and organisations order and manage their kit.

At ADM, we’re perfectly placed to support this shift:

Low minimum order quantities — no need to bulk buy.

️ Dedicated online shop platforms for clubs, schools, and organisations.

On-demand personalisation options including embroidered initials, printed names, and numbers.

Fast, efficient fulfilment thanks to our in-house team and advanced print technology.

This flexible approach means you can respond quickly to demand, reduce wasted stock, and give your community the

personalised, professional gear they want — when they want it.

How Print Technology Has Improved

Print processes have advanced significantly in recent years, allowing for more detailed, durable, and versatile customisation than ever before. Techniques like DTF and advanced digital transfers now make it possible to reproduce intricate designs, multiple colours, and fine details with precision — even on modern performance fabrics.

This progress means clubs, schools, and organisations can now add logos, sponsor branding, player names, and numbers with greater flexibility, speed, and cost-effectiveness. At ADM, our investment in the latest print technology allows us to handle all customisation in-house, ensuring top-quality results and fast turnaround times.

FAQs

do you have any tips to help create the perfect logo for print?

we can recreate anything from complex logos to standard text and numbers for print, please take into consideration the following

artwork should be supplied as an original vector file for best quality
other file formats should be a minimum 300dpi but an additional artwork charge may still be required depending on the print process used
avoid small text – as a general rule text should be no smaller than 3/4mm in height
make sure the products chosen are suitable for print, for example fleece jackets and some bulky items may not be possible to print
plan your design and share your design ideas with friends and teammates to avoid delays

I can't supply my logos in the correct format?

dont worry, adm can recreate the logos in the correct format for a nominal fee

can you print a logo that has been copyrighted?

No, it is illegal to reproduce a logo that has been copyrighted. Big fines could be imposed on the customer and adm so unless we get permission from the creator we just will not take the risk. We are often approached to recreate football logos from the Premier League, teams such as Liverpool FC or Manchester City but we always say no.

Is there a choice of letter font styles to choose from?

yes, there are a number of specific letter fonts available for text only print or when adding text to an existing design. request information from the adm team who will be happy to advise. fonts not available can still be recreated but an origination cost may be charged.

is there a minimum quantity?

yes – there is a min order of 10

how big will my printed logo?

this will depend on the type of item chosen and the position of the print on the item. the adm team can provide the approximate size of the printed design before production starts

How long will my order of printed promotional items take to delivery?

once confirmed the order for printed items will be delivered in approximately 2/3 weeks. customer deadlines will be met and confirmation provided before production starts. if printed items are needed urgently we have the capacity and flexibility to reduce delivery times

can you print names inside a number?

yes, this is very popular especially with our collection of leavers hoodies. customers will have to send over all the names required and the number to be used. we will they create a template with the names inside the number for you to check the spellings before production starts.