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T-Shirt Printing and Printwear and Promotion

03 March 2010 10:53

This weeks Printwear and Promotion show at Birminghams NEC Arena was a resounding success according to all the exhibitors. Whilst the official visitor figures have yet to be released the general feeling among both exhibitors and visitors alike was that the show was certainly

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Printwear and Promotion 2010

02 March 2010 10:01

Having attended the 2010 Printwear and Promotion show at Birminghams NEC today I have decided to write about it on our blogg. I have been attending this show for 10 years now and have not seen it change much at all in

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Workwear - What are the legal requirements?

17 February 2010 10:47

At a time when every other advert on television is asking you if you had an accident and would you like to make a claim, what role does workwear have to play in employers discharging their responsibility in the workplace? The where there''s

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Everything has arrived thank you. Very pleased with the service this week and the quality of the stitching and garments. Will definitely be using you again. KR.

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Football socks need to be fit for purpose. It is compulsory for shin guards to be worn at junior level and it is a good habit to develop that many senior players continue with.

Cushioning of the soles helps prevent abrasion of the skin and prevents blood blisters which can happen when friction from movement adjacent to fabric and sweat get together against the skin with painful results. Toe seams can cause friction on the top of the toes causing irritation and abrasion. Slippage can occur unless the design incorporates a double or cross weave, a mesh or an elasticated inset over the instep areas of the foot. Padding on the arch or an extra thickness of fabric in that area can give added comfort and materials that allow for flexibility with a snug, non-slip fit are elements to look for in a well-constructed sock. Ribbing needs to be supple; close enough to prevent slippage but not so tight as to be restrictive, loose enough to be comfortable but not so loose as to become saggy.

Who’d have though that hosiery manufacturers have so much to consider when making socks? For football players another thing that can help protect their feet is extra stitching around the ankle area to prevent injury and keep the joint warm.