Screen Printing
Custom Screen Printing Manufacturer for Global Apparel Brands
Premium factory-direct screen printing for fashion houses, sportswear brands, streetwear labels, and corporate clients across USA, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Switzerland, Netherlands, Australia, Canada, and the UAE. From plastisol to water-based, discharge to puff print — we manufacture retail-grade printed apparel that wins on shelves.
The World's Trusted Screen Printing Manufacturer for Premium Apparel Brands
When global fashion brands, athletic apparel houses, and emerging streetwear labels need factory-direct custom screen printing — they choose Unida Sports.
Operating from the world-renowned manufacturing district of Sialkot, Pakistan — where industry giants like Nike, Adidas, Under Armour, and Puma source their athletic apparel — we deliver premium screen-printed garments to brands across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Poland, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, UAE, and Saudi Arabia.
مع أكثر من two decades of manufacturing experience, fully-automated production lines, and a team of master screen printers who treat every order like a brand-defining moment — we've become the silent partner behind hundreds of successful apparel brands worldwide.
Whether you're launching your first 50 t-shirts or scaling up to 50,000+ pieces for retail rollout, our screen printing capabilities cover every technique your brand needs.
Plastisol Printing
Bold, vibrant, durable industry-standard prints
Water-Based Printing
Soft, breathable, eco-friendly premium feel
Discharge Printing
Vintage soft-hand retail-grade fashion finish
Puff & High-Density
3D raised effects for premium streetwear
Foil & Metallic
Luxury gold, silver, holographic finishes
Glow & Reflective
Specialty effects for fashion and safety
Inside Our Screen Printing Factory — Where Your Vision Becomes Reality
A great print starts long before ink hits fabric. Every garment that bears your brand goes through our meticulous 12-stage production journey — engineered for consistency at scale, color precision, and premium retail-grade finish.
Design Consultation & Brand Discovery
The journey begins with conversation. Every brand has a story, an aesthetic, a target customer — and the best printed apparel honors all three. Our senior production team studies your design files, brand guidelines, and target market to recommend the ideal ink type, fabric, and print technique.
Launching vintage-feel streetwear for Los Angeles? We'll suggest discharge printing on heavyweight ringspun cotton. Producing performance gear for a German sportswear brand? We'll recommend low-bleed plastisol on moisture-wicking polyester. The right combination matters — we never use a one-size-fits-all approach.
Artwork Preparation & Color Separation
Our in-house art studio transforms your raw design files into print-ready artwork. This is where craftsmanship meets technology.
- Color separations — Each color in your design becomes its own film positive
- Halftone work — For photographic prints and gradient effects
- Trapping & registration — Ensuring perfect alignment of multi-color prints
- Pantone color matching — Mixing inks to your exact PMS specifications
- Choke & spread adjustments — Compensating for fabric stretch
We work with Adobe Illustrator (.AI), Encapsulated PostScript (.EPS), Photoshop (.PSD), and high-resolution PDF files. Have only a JPG? Our designers will vectorize it free for orders 500+ pieces.
Computer-to-Screen (CTS) Imaging
Gone are the days of printing films and manually exposing screens. We use Computer-to-Screen (CTS) technology — a digital process that imprints your design directly onto pre-coated mesh screens with laser-precise accuracy.
- Sharper edges — No film distortion or pinholes
- Perfect alignment — Multi-color designs register flawlessly
- Faster turnaround — Eliminates film printing
- صديقة للبيئة — Reduces chemical waste from film processing
- Consistent quality — Every screen identical to the last
Each color in your design requires its own screen. A 4-color design = 4 screens. Our facility prepares 50+ screens per day across multiple client orders.
Screen Coating & UV Exposure
While CTS handles most modern jobs, traditional screen exposure is still used for specific specialty applications. Mesh screens are coated with photosensitive emulsion, dried in temperature-controlled cabinets, then exposed under high-intensity UV lights through a positive film.
Exposed areas harden into a watertight stencil; unexposed areas wash out, creating the open mesh through which ink will pass during printing.
Our screen workshop maintains climate-controlled drying chambers (35-45% humidity), metal halide UV exposure units for consistent stencil quality, step-wedge calibration for precision exposure times, and eco-solvent screen reclaim for sustainable screen reuse.
Ink Mixing & Pantone Color Matching
This is where science meets art. Our ink mixing department uses the Avient ink management system with Pantone Matching System (PMS) libraries to mix your exact brand colors — every single time.
- Tolerance: ΔE ≤ 2.0 (industry standard for premium retail brands)
- Spectrophotometer testing of every batch
- Color match reports documented for reorders
- Reorder consistency — your color codes stored for life
We stock 1,500+ standard ink colors and can mix any custom Pantone color you specify. From Coca-Cola Red (PMS 484) to Tiffany Blue (PMS 1837), we hit your brand colors with surgical precision.
Pre-Production Sampling
Before we run a single piece of bulk production, we produce a physical pre-production sample (PP sample) on the exact garment, using the exact inks, at the exact print location specified.
- Final printed garment in actual fabric & color
- All print locations executed (front/back/sleeve)
- Color match verification report
- Quality inspection sheet
- Wash test results (on request)
We ship the PP sample via DHL/FedEx (3-5 days to USA/UK/EU/Australia) for your physical approval. Only after you sign off do we proceed to bulk production. No sample approval = no bulk production. Period.
Bulk Production on Automatic Presses
Once your sample is approved, your order moves to our automatic screen printing press floor. Our facility runs M&R automatic presses with 12-color capability — capable of producing 600 to 1,200 pieces per hour with consistent factory-grade quality.
The process: garments are loaded by trained operators → each color screen rotates into position automatically → flash-cured between colors to prevent bleeding → all colors layered with perfect registration → printed garments transfer to curing conveyor.
Every press operator is a trained craftsman with 5+ years of experience, monitoring each garment in real-time for color consistency, registration accuracy, and print quality.
Industrial Curing & Heat Setting
After printing, every garment passes through an industrial conveyor curing oven at temperatures of 320°F (160°C) for plastisol inks, or proper heat-air drying for water-based inks.
Why curing matters: proper curing separates a print that lasts 50+ industrial washes from one that cracks after a few cycles. Under-cured ink will peel and crack; over-cured ink scorches the fabric.
- Temperature monitoring — Every oven equipped with calibrated thermometers
- Belt speed control — Calibrated for fabric type and ink load
- Cure testing — Stretch, scratch, and wash test on samples
- Documentation — Cure logs maintained for every production batch
Quality Control & AQL 2.5 Inspection
Quality is non-negotiable. Every single garment passes through our AQL 2.5 quality inspection process — the same standard used by global retailers like H&M, Zara, and Target.
- Color accuracy — Visual inspection against approved sample
- Print placement — Measured against specifications
- Print quality — Sharpness, opacity, registration
- Wash testing — Random samples per AATCC 135 / ISO 6330
- Garment quality — Stitching, fabric defects, sizing
- Cure testing — Stretch, scratch, rub resistance
Garments that don't pass inspection are removed and replaced. Defect rate is documented and reported with the final shipment.
Custom Tagging, Labeling & Branding
Your brand is more than the print on the chest — it's every detail your customer touches. We handle full custom branding services in-house:
- 🏷️ Custom woven labels (sewn into neck or side seam)
- 📜 Heat transfer neck labels (printed inside collar)
- 🎨 Custom hangtags (branded paper tags)
- 🎁 Branded packaging (custom polybags, tissue paper, boxes)
- 📇 Multi-language care labels
- 🔢 UPC/Barcode stickers (retail-ready)
- 💌 Thank-you cards & brand inserts
We can replicate any retail-grade packaging your brand requires — whether shipping to Amazon FBA in the USA, retail stores in the UK, or boutiques in Paris.
Folding, Polybagging & Cartoning
Final-stage packaging follows strict protocols. Each garment is inspected one final time, professionally folded to retail standards, polybagged in clear plastic with size sticker, hangtag applied through the polybag tab, then boxed in master cartons (typically 24-50 pcs per carton).
Each master carton is sealed, weighed, and stacked on pallets ready for export. Shipping marks include your brand name, color, size breakdown, total weight, and destination port — all per international shipping standards.
Global Shipping & Door-to-Door Delivery
The final stage: getting your apparel from our factory in Sialkot to your warehouse, retail stores, or fulfillment centers — anywhere in the world.
- 🚀 Express Air (DHL, FedEx, UPS) — 5-9 days to USA/UK/EU/Australia
- ✈️ Standard Air — 8-14 days to major cities worldwide
- 🚢 Sea Freight — 25-40 days, most economical for bulk
- 🌐 Trade Terms: EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP (most popular)
For DDP shipments, we work with established customs brokers to ensure smooth clearance. Your apparel arrives at your warehouse with all duties paid, taxes settled, and zero hassle.
Choose the Right Ink for Your Brand's Aesthetic
The ink type defines everything about how your printed garment looks, feels, and lasts. Different inks suit different brand identities, target markets, and product positioning.
Plastisol Ink
Industry Workhorse
PVC-based ink that sits on top of the fabric, creating slightly raised, vibrant, opaque prints. Maximum color saturation and durability.
- Best for: Sportswear, streetwear, promo tees, work uniforms
- Hand-feel: Slight texture, sits on fabric
- Durability: 50-80+ industrial washes
- الأقمشة: All (cotton, poly, blends, fleece)
- Eco option: PVC-free, phthalate-free available
Water-Based Ink
Premium Soft Feel
Water-based pigment that absorbs into fabric fibers rather than sitting on top. Ultra-soft hand-feel, breathable, eco-friendly.
- Best for: Premium fashion, organic apparel, kids' clothing
- Hand-feel: Ultra-soft, barely detectable
- Durability: 40-50+ washes, softens over time
- الأقمشة: 100% cotton or 90%+ cotton blends
- Eco status: OEKO-TEX 100, GOTS-compatible
Discharge Ink
Vintage Premium Finish
Chemically removes original fabric dye and replaces it with new pigment. Print becomes part of the fabric — not a layer on top.
- Best for: Boutique streetwear, music merch, retail tees
- Hand-feel: Softest possible, undetectable
- Durability: 40-50+ washes
- الأقمشة: 100% cotton or 90%+ cotton blends only
- Note: Vibrant on dark cotton without underbase
Premium Effects That Transform Apparel into Retail-Worthy Products
Beyond standard inks, these specialty techniques create high perceived value — perfect for streetwear drops, music merch, and fashion brands looking to stand out.
طبعة نفخة
Raised 3D foam-like effect for streetwear and sneaker collabs.
MOQ: 100 pcsHigh-Density
Thick, sharp-edged tactile premium finish for designer brands.
MOQ: 100 pcsFoil Print
Metallic gold, silver, holographic finishes for luxury merch.
MOQ: 100 pcsGlow-in-Dark
Luminescent prints that absorb light and glow in darkness.
MOQ: 200 pcsReflective
Glass-bead reflective for safety wear and athletic apparel.
MOQ: 200 pcsGlitter / Shimmer
Cosmetic-grade glitter in 30+ colors for festival merch.
MOQ: 100 pcsSuede / Velvet
Soft fuzzy texture for premium streetwear and luxury brands.
MOQ: 100 pcsCrackle / Distressed
Authentic vintage worn-in look for retro fashion brands.
MOQ: 100 pcsCMYK 4-Color
Full-color photographic printing for complex artwork.
MOQ: 200 pcsSim-Process
Advanced multi-color spot printing simulating photographic detail.
MOQ: 200 pcsFrom Boutique Drops to Global Retail — We Power Brands Worldwide
Streetwear & Fashion
Silent manufacturing partner behind streetwear brands across Los Angeles, New York, London, Tokyo, Berlin, Paris. Discharge and water-based for premium soft-hand feel retail demands.
Sportswear & Athletic
Plastisol and high-density for jerseys, training gear, fight shorts, MMA apparel, BJJ gis, compression wear. Survives intense washing and friction.
Corporate & Promotional
Cost-effective bulk printing for uniforms, employee apparel, trade show giveaways. Pantone-matched logos with consistent reproduction across thousands of pieces.
Music & Tour Merch
Premium printed merch for tours, festivals, bands. Foil, glow-in-dark, and discharge create high-perceived-value merchandise fans collect.
MMA, BJJ & Combat
Specialty plastisol and high-density for fight shorts, rashguards, gis. Holds up under extreme stress combat sports demand.
Workwear & Healthcare
Durable bulk printing for workwear, medical uniforms, school spirit apparel. Long-lasting prints for repeated industrial washing.
Trusted by Apparel Brands Across 40+ Countries
From boutique labels to global retail rollouts — we manufacture for brands worldwide.
United States
Trusted partner for American brands in Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Chicago, Austin, Portland, Atlanta, Denver. DDP shipping handles all customs & duties to Amazon FBA, 3PL, retail stores. Specialties: Streetwear, athleisure, music merch, MMA, premium tees.
United Kingdom & Ireland
Premium screen printing with the soft-hand feel UK retail prefers. Boutique labels in London, Manchester, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow. Post-Brexit DDP shipping avoids customs delays. Specialties: Premium tees, festival apparel, vintage streetwear.
Germany — Deutschland
Premium athleisure and sportswear for brands in Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Cologne, Frankfurt, Stuttgart. OEKO-TEX certified inks meet strict German quality standards. Specialties: Athleisure, technical sportswear, premium streetwear.
France
Fashion-forward streetwear and luxury basics for brands in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Toulouse, Nice. REACH-compliant production for EU import. Specialties: Designer streetwear, fashion-forward tees, luxury basics.
Italy — Italia
Designer fashion and luxury basics for brands in Milan, Rome, Florence, Naples, Turin. Premium quality matching Italian fashion standards. Specialties: Luxury basics, designer collaborations, premium fashion.
Spain — España
Fast-fashion and resort wear for brands in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Bilbao. Quick turnaround for fast-fashion cycles. Specialties: Resort wear, beach apparel, fast-fashion drops.
Poland — Polska
Growing Polish apparel market — brands in Warsaw, Krakow, Wroclaw, Poznan, Gdansk. Streetwear, sportswear, and corporate uniforms. DDP service handles all EU customs. Specialties: Streetwear, sportswear, corporate apparel.
Switzerland — Schweiz
Premium Swiss brands demand premium quality. Working with Swiss German, French, and Italian brand owners across Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Bern, Lausanne. Specialties: Premium quality, eco-certified production, luxury fashion.
Netherlands — Nederland
Sustainable fashion brands in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht trust our OEKO-TEX, GOTS, and PVC-free options. Specialties: Sustainable fashion, eco-certified apparel, organic cotton tees.
Sweden & Nordics
Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland brands choose us for sustainable, OEKO-TEX certified printing. Nordic minimalist aesthetic pairs with our water-based and discharge capabilities. Specialties: Minimalist fashion, sustainable apparel.
Australia & New Zealand
Australian and Kiwi brands in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Auckland, Wellington trust us for quality. Air freight (5-9 days) or sea freight (20-30 days). Specialties: Streetwear, surfwear, beachwear, athletic apparel.
Canada
Brands across Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, Ottawa, Edmonton use our DDP to avoid CBSA customs hassles. GST/HST documentation handled correctly. Specialties: Streetwear, outerwear, performance apparel.
UAE & Middle East
Fashion and sportswear brands in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Riyadh, Doha, Kuwait City. Air freight delivery in just 3-5 days to GCC. Specialties: Premium fashion, sportswear, modest apparel.
Asia-Pacific
Apparel brands in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Indonesia. Regional proximity offers competitive pricing and quick turnaround. Specialties: Fashion, sportswear, corporate.
What Makes Us the Preferred Manufacturing Partner
Direct Factory
No middlemen, no markups — save 25-40%
50 PCS MOQ
Perfect for emerging brands & limited drops
24-Hour Quote
Detailed pricing within one business day
DDP Worldwide
Door-to-door delivery to 40+ countries
ISO & OEKO-TEX
ISO 9001:2015 + OEKO-TEX 100 certified
Pantone Matching
Precise PMS matching with ΔE ≤ 2.0
Free NDA
Full design confidentiality
All Effects
Plastisol, water-based, discharge, puff, foil, glow
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees or surprise charges
Account Manager
One dedicated contact for your project
In-House Sampling
PP samples in 7-10 days
Eco Options
PVC-free, organic cotton, water-based
Screen Printing FAQ — Everything Buyers Want to Know
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for custom screen printing?
Our standard MOQ is 50 pieces per design per color combination. For complex multi-color designs (8+ colors) or specialty inks like glow-in-dark, reflective, or puff print, MOQ is 100-200 pieces. This low MOQ makes us ideal for emerging brands, limited drops, sample testing, and boutique fashion labels.
How long does screen printing production take?
Standard timeline: 25-35 working days from sample approval to factory shipment.
- Artwork & sample preparation: 7-10 days
- Bulk production: 15-20 days
- QC, packaging & dispatch: 3-5 days
- Add transit time: 5-9 days (air) or 25-40 days (sea)
Rush production available at 18-22 working days with 15-20% rush surcharge.
What's the difference between plastisol, water-based, and discharge inks?
- Plastisol = Bold, opaque, durable prints sitting on top of fabric. Best for sportswear, athletic wear, vibrant designs.
- Water-based = Ultra-soft prints absorbed into the fabric. Best for premium fashion, organic apparel, eco-conscious brands.
- Discharge = Chemically removes original dye and replaces it. Softest possible feel. Best for vintage-aesthetic streetwear and premium retail tees.
How many colors can be printed in a single design?
Up to 12 spot colors on our automatic presses, or full CMYK 4-color process for photographic prints. Most cost-effective designs use 1-6 colors. Each additional color adds setup cost but minimal production cost per piece.
Do you offer Pantone color matching?
Yes — Pantone Matching System (PMS) color matching is a standard service at Unida Sports. We use professional Avient ink mixing systems with PMS color libraries. Tolerance: ΔE ≤ 2.0 (industry standard for premium retail brands). Provide your Pantone codes (Solid Coated or Solid Uncoated), and we'll deliver consistent color matching.
What fabrics work best with screen printing?
Excellent compatibility: 100% cotton, 50/50 cotton-poly blends, 60/40 cotton-poly, tri-blends, French terry, fleece, heavyweight cotton (280-320+ GSM).
Good with special inks: 100% polyester (low-bleed plastisol), poly-spandex blends.
Not recommended: Pure spandex/lycra, water-resistant nylon, leather, ultra-stretchy performance fabrics — use sublimation or DTF instead.
What artwork file formats do you accept?
Vector preferred: Adobe Illustrator (.AI), Encapsulated PostScript (.EPS), Photoshop (.PSD layered), high-resolution PDF.
Raster acceptable: JPG/PNG at minimum 300 DPI at actual print size.
Free service: We can vectorize your artwork at no charge for orders 500+ pieces.
Can you print bright colors on dark fabrics?
Absolutely. We use flash-cure underbase technique — first printing a white ink base, flash-curing it, then printing colored inks on top. This ensures bright, vibrant colors on black, navy, charcoal, and dark garments. Alternatively, discharge printing chemically removes original dye and replaces it with new color.
Do you offer eco-friendly screen printing?
Yes — multiple eco-friendly options:
- 💧 Water-based inks (PVC-free, phthalate-free)
- 🌿 Discharge inks (no plastic ink layer)
- 🛡 OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified inks
- 🌱 GOTS-certified organic cotton garments
- ♻️ PVC-free plastisol for bulk runs
- 💧 Closed-loop water recycling
- 💡 LED-cured screens (energy efficient)
How durable are screen prints? How many washes?
- Plastisol prints: 50-80+ industrial washes when properly cured at 320°F (160°C)
- Water-based prints: 40-50+ washes, getting softer over time
- Discharge prints: 40-50+ washes, no print degradation
Tested per AATCC 135 و ISO 6330 wash testing standards. For longest print life: cold wash inside-out, avoid bleach and fabric softener, tumble dry low or hang dry.
Do you ship internationally? What about customs and duties?
Yes — global shipping with multiple options:
- 🇺🇸 DDP to USA: All duties & customs handled. 5-9 days air, 25-35 days sea
- 🇬🇧 DDP to UK: Post-Brexit compliant, all duties handled
- 🇪🇺 DDP to EU: REACH/OEKO-TEX compliant, all customs cleared
- 🇦🇺 DDP to Australia: GST handled, last-mile delivery
- 🇨🇦 DDP to Canada: CBSA cleared, GST/HST handled
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) is our most popular service — your apparel arrives at your door with everything handled.
What is the cost per piece for custom screen printing?
Pricing depends on garment, ink type, number of colors, print locations, and order quantity:
| الكمية | 1-2 Colors | 3-5 Colors | 6+ Colors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50-99 pcs | $4-7 | $5-9 | $7-12 |
| 100-499 pcs | $3-5.50 | $4-7 | $5.50-9 |
| 500-999 pcs | $2.50-4.50 | $3.50-6 | $4.50-7.50 |
| 1,000-2,499 | $2-3.80 | $2.80-5 | $3.80-6.50 |
| 2,500-4,999 | $1.80-3.20 | $2.50-4.50 | $3.20-5.50 |
| 5,000+ pcs | Best pricing — request quote | ||
Specialty inks (puff, foil, glow) and oversized prints add 15-40%. All prices include the blank garment.
Is screen printing better than DTG (Direct-to-Garment)?
Screen printing wins for: Bulk orders 50+ pcs (lower cost per piece), bright vibrant colors, maximum durability (50+ washes), specialty effects (puff, foil, glow), Pantone color matching, athletic apparel.
DTG wins for: Tiny orders 1-20 pcs, photographic detail, last-minute personalization, one-off custom orders.
Pro tip: For brands ordering 50+ pieces, screen printing is almost always the better choice — better quality, durability, and lower cost.
Do you sign Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)?
Yes — full design confidentiality. We sign NDAs before sample production at no cost. Your designs, brand guidelines, and trade secrets are 100% protected. We work with hundreds of brands and never share, reuse, or leak any client's intellectual property.
Can you handle reorders with consistent color matching?
Absolutely — this is our specialty. Once we produce your first order: Pantone color codes documented for life, ink mixing recipes archived, screen specifications saved, production notes & quality reports stored. Year-over-year color consistency guaranteed. Your reorder will look identical to your original — even 5 years later.
What payment terms do you accept?
- 💳 T/T Wire Transfer (most common — 30% deposit, 70% before shipment)
- 🛡 Escrow Services (Alibaba, PayPal — buyer protection)
- 📜 Letter of Credit (LC) — for large orders ($50K+)
- 💰 Western Union / MoneyGram — for samples and small orders
- 🪙 Crypto payments (Bitcoin, USDT) — on request
For new clients, we recommend Alibaba Trade Assurance or Escrow for peace of mind on first orders.
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Whether you're launching your first apparel collection or scaling an established brand to global retail — our team is ready to bring your vision to life with factory-direct premium screen printing.
Trusted by apparel brands in USA, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Poland, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, UAE, and beyond.
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