GSG U Offers Educational Classes in May

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 line-up:

Thursday, May 2 & 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 & 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. 

Visit https://www.gogsg.com/calEventsUnit.action for the full schedule and details on specific sessions. GSG is a consumable and equipment wholesale distributor for the electrical sign, commercial sign, digital printing, and apparel decorating markets.