Good workwear does its job quietly: it makes a team look like a team.
Omaha Print Shop is a very good fit for custom workwear as we do the entire job in one go (screen printing, embroidery and sublimation) with no screen or digitisation fees. You can order polos, fleece and caps through our online company stores that require no inventory and no setup. The best part? Your team can choose their own sizes and shop the prints. We pack and ship each order carefully.
That removes a lot of the chasing that managers have to do and gives you a far more consistent look on the job. Whether you’re looking to get custom shirts for your Omaha crews to wear straight away or you’re looking at a long term uniform programme, this post looks at the various decoration methods, the store model, six garments to consider and how you go about planning your order.
What do t-shirt printing services need to offer for workwear?
Workwear gets washed, stretched and worn hard, so the print method matters as much as the shirt. Here is what to look for in t-shirt printing services before you commit to a run.
No hidden setup charges
Omaha Print Shop charges zero screen fees, so a multi-color logo does not quietly add cost to the quote.
Durable decoration
Screen printing presses ink through a mesh and heat-cures it in an oven, which gives a bold print that holds up wash after wash.
Real capacity
Once a screen is made, the automatic press can produce over 1,000 shirts per day, which helps when a whole crew needs gear at once.
· Honest timing
Most screen printing orders ship or are ready for pickup in two to three weeks, so plan ahead and ask about rush options.
Full-color options
Sublimation bonds dye into the fabric itself, so names, numbers and all-over designs will not crack, peel or fade.
Why does Omaha polo embroidery suit a professional uniform?
Printing is great for a crew or an event but the customer facing staff will normally want something a bit sharper. That’s whereOmaha Polo embroiderycomes in.
Stitched logos are slightly raised from the fabric which gives a very premium 3D finish that screen printing can’t achieve. Dry fit polos are the most popular embroidery item in the shop according to the services page and are obviously the one that’s used for uniforms, trade shows and the like. You can also have quarter zips, hoodies, jackets and hats embroidered. A lot of shops will charge you a digitisation fee of $40 or more just to digitise your artwork. Omaha Print Shop will cover that cost so the price per piece is the price you pay.
How does a company apparel store for employees simplify ordering?
Bulk ordering seems simple enough until you get to the point where you’ve got to actually go and collect the sizes and the money. A company apparel store for employees takes that entire headache away and we can set that up and run it for you on our corporate store option.
Private branded storefront
Your store gets its own URL with your company name, logo and colours so it looks like it’s been built for you.
Curated catalog
The team load up the catalog with pre-approved kit (polos, jackets, hats etc) so the staff can then just pick from the options you’ve already approved.
Flexible payment
Employees can pay directly or you can set up a company subsidy, a budget, a promo code or split billing to suit HR.
Order reporting
Simple dashboards show exactly what was ordered by whom and when, keeping HR and Finance fully informed without the need for any additional spreadsheets.
Full management
Setup, product updates, printing, shipping and customer support are all done in house. Delivery is to anywhere in the continental U.S.
Better still, there are no setup fees and no monthly fees at all, and most stores get launched in 3-5 business days once your logo, colours and products have been approved. These company stores are absolutely perfect for sports clubs and school groups as much as they are for large employers.
Which garments work best for custom workwear?
A store is only as good as its catalog. These six pieces from the shop’s product pages cover most workplaces. Colors and sizes can change, so confirm availability when you order.
1. Sport-Tek Heather Contender Polo (ST660)
A heathered performance-style polo offered in twelve colors, including True Navy Heather and Graphite Heather, in sizes XS to 4XL. It suits front-desk staff and field supervisors, and can be decorated on the front, back and both sleeves.
2. District Perfect Weight Fleece Crew (DT1106)
A clean crewneck sweatshirt in eight colors, from Jet Black to Heathered Latte, in sizes XS to 4XL. It works well as a layering piece for warehouses, shops and offices, with room for a chest logo and a sleeve print.
3. Port & Company Classic Pullover Hooded Sweatshirt (PC78H)
A 7.8-ounce, 50/50 cotton and poly fleece hoodie with air jet yarn for softness and a two-ply hood. Sizes run S to 4XL in a very wide color range, which makes matching brand colors easy.
4. New Era Stand Out 1/4-Zip (NEA515)
Made from 5.7-ounce, 100% recycled polyester, with a drop hem and a logo zipper pull. It comes in graphite, true navy, black and royal, in XS to 4XL, and looks right at the office or on the sideline.
5. Comfort Colors Heavyweight Ring Spun Tank Top (09808)
6.1oz soft wash, 100% ring spun US cotton, relaxed seamless body with double needle hems. S to 3XL. Handy for summer crews and outdoor events.
6. Richardson Snapback Trucker Cap (18095)
It is a structured midprofile cap with a cotton and polyester front, mesh back, precurved bill and snapback closure. It’s one size fits all, comes with a cotton sweatband and has print on the front, back and sides.
How do you plan a workwear order from start to finish?
A bit of pre-prep keeps the project running smoothly and the timescale predictable.
- Count your people – Know your headcount, your roles and your sizes.
- Match the clothing to the job – Polos for the customer-facing roles, fleece for the cold sites, caps for the outdoor crews.
- Pick the method – Embroidery for the polish, screen printing for the volume, sublimation for the full colour.
- Send clean artwork – The design tool accepts SVG, PNG, JPG, TIFF, GIF, PDF and EPS files (up to 25MB).
- Choose your order style – One bulk run or a store employee’s shop.
- Approve and go live – Review the artwork, the products and the pricing prior to going live.
Closing Out
Custom workwear is best when it’s comfortable, it’s durable and it’s easy to reorder. That means selecting the right decoration for each piece of workwear, providing your employees with a simple ordering process and ensuring there are no surprise setup fees.
If you’re looking for a local partner that ticks all three boxes then Omaha Print Shop is a sensible place to start. From custom shirts that any team can count on to a fully managed store for your entire staff, we can do it. Just send over your logo and headcount, get a quote and let us do the rest!
FAQs
Q1. Does Omaha Print Shop charge screen setup fees?
No. Omaha Print Shop charges zero screen fees on screen printing and covers embroidery digitization, so the quoted price per item is the price you pay.
Q2. How long does a screen printing order usually take?
Most screen printing orders ship or are ready for pickup in two to three weeks. Rush options may be available, so ask for them when you request your quote.
Q3. What does it cost to set up an online company store?
There are no setup fees and no monthly costs. The shop earns money when orders are placed, and most stores go live in three to five business days.
Q4. Can employees choose their own sizes in a company store?
Yes. Each store shows live inventory and sizing info, so employees can pick the right fit, and the shop ships each order directly to their home or office.
Q5. Can my company pay for part of employee orders?
Yes. The shop can set up company-funded allowances, promo codes or split billing, so you can cover all or part of each order to fit your HR process.