GSG U Offers Educational Classes in May and June

Written March 22, 2019

Categories: Apparel Decoration, Graphics Production, Industry News, News

GSG, a distributor of consumables and equipment for the apparel decorating, digital printing, commercial sign and electrical sign industries, offers regular monthly classes as part of its GSG U program. Classes are being offered across nine GSG regional offices. 

Here’s a closer look at the 2019 May/June lineup: 

Thursday, May 2 and Friday, May 3 
Wrap Installation, Baton Rouge
Experience hands-on training in auto graphics application, as well as, window, wall, reflective and floor graphics in this two-day course. 

Friday, May 3 
3M Mobile Training Vehicle, Cincinnati
3M has rolled out a Mobile Training Vehicle to deliver hands-on training on the road. The 40-foot mobile application center is fully equipped to provide training on the application of graphics and architectural films. Participants can expect to learn up-to-date and relevant installation techniques, industry best practices and 3M-specific solutions. Class tuition includes a wrap tool kit.

Tuesday, May 7 
Embroidery Basics, Oklahoma City
Learn techniques for successful embroidery on a wide variety of fabrics and materials, as well as the processes for selecting appropriate stabilizers, needles and holding techniques.

Friday, May 10 
Heat Transfer Materials, Oklahoma City
Explore the latest trends in one of the fastest-growing apparel decorating industries! You’ll discover various types of materials, terminology and what you need to get started in heat transfer.

Tuesday, May 14 
Brother Direct-To-Garment, Oklahoma City
Understand your Brother printer with maintenance know-how, decorating ideas, and useful tips! Learn important factors when marketing your products, and best practices for pricing your creations.

Thursday, May 16 
Screen Print Basics, Milwaukee
A fundamental course that will educate participants on the art of screen printing from start to finish including ink selection, fabric selection, creating screens, press set-up and breakdown. 

Monday, May 20 
Embroidery Basics, Dallas
Learn techniques for successful embroidery on a wide variety of fabrics and materials, as well as the processes for selecting appropriate stabilizers, needles and holding techniques.

Thursday, May 23 
Heat Transfer Materials, Dallas
Explore the latest trends in one of the fastest-growing apparel decorating industries! You’ll discover various types of materials, terminology, and what you need to get started in heat transfer.

Friday, May 24 
Embroidery Machine Maintenance, Dallas
Learn cleaning techniques, oiling and greasing, and what to keep on hand in your shop. 

Thursday, May 30 and Friday, May 31 
Wrap Installation, Austin
Experience hands-on training in auto graphics application, as well as, window, wall, reflective and floor graphics in this two-day course. 

Tuesday, June 11
Brother Direct-To-Garment, Houston
Understand your Brother printer with maintenance know-how, decorating ideas and useful tips! Learn important factors when marketing your products, and best practices for pricing your creations.

Thursday, June 13 and Friday, June 14 
Wrap Installation, Tulsa
Experience hands-on training in auto graphics application, as well as, window, wall, reflective and floor graphics in this two-day course. 

Thursday, June 13 & Friday, June 14 
Screen Print Auto, Dallas
This two-day course is an immersive hands-on experience on how to operate an automatic screen printing press and maximize print shop efficiency.  

Tuesday, June 18 
Embroidery Basics, Cincinnati
Learn techniques for successful embroidery on a wide variety of fabrics and materials, as well as the processes for selecting appropriate stabilizers, needles and holding techniques.

Friday, June 21 
Heat Transfer Materials, Cincinnati
Explore the latest trends in one of the fastest-growing apparel decorating industries! You’ll discover various types of materials, terminology and what you need to get started in heat transfer.

Thursday, June 27 
Screen Print Basics, Houston
A fundamental course that will educate participants on the art of screen printing from start to finish including ink selection, fabric selection, creating screens, press set-up and breakdown. 

Friday, June 28 
Screen Print Advanced, Houston
Take your screen printing skills to the next level by learning to select the proper inks based on various textiles and to create a myriad of special effects with specialty bases. 

Access the full schedule and details on specific sessions