Why Pad Printing?
Pad printing is a versatile decoration method that allows logos and designs to be printed onto curved, textured, or uneven surfaces. This makes it the go-to choice for promotional products such as pens, mugs, tech items, drinkware, and more.
A silicone pad is used to deliver high-quality, crisp, durable branding that enhances your promotional merchandise. Whether for corporate events, giveaways, or retail products, pad printing ensures your logo stands out.
Best Uses for Pad Printing
Branded pens and stationery
Custom drinkware – mugs, bottles, coffee cups
Tech accessories – USBs, power banks, headphones
Corporate gifts – desk items, tools, promotional gadgets
Event giveaways – keyrings, stress balls, novelty items
Why Choose Mabuzi for Pad Printing?
✔ Prints on Curved & Uneven Surfaces – Perfect for drinkware, pens & tech items
✔ Crisp & Durable Branding – High-quality inks that last
✔ Fast Turnaround – Ideal for promotional campaigns and events
✔ Versatile Range of Products – Works on plastics, glass, ceramics, and metals
✔ Cost-Effective for Bulk Orders – Great value for large promotional runs
The Mabuzi Pad Printing Process
Our team ensures every product is carefully aligned and printed with precision, consistency, and colour accuracy.
Whether you’re ordering a small run of corporate gifts or thousands of giveaway items, we deliver professional results at scale.
Pros & Cons of Pad Printing
Pros
Ideal for printing on curved, irregular, or textured surfaces
Works on a wide range of materials: plastic, glass, metal, ceramics
Excellent for logos, text, and simple designs with details as fine as 0.4mm, minimum text size is 5pt
Close PMS colour matches are possible on white or light products
Metallic gold and silver ink are available
Cons
Limited to spot colours (not suitable for photo-quality images)
Small print areas only – best for compact logos/text
Colour matching may vary slightly across substrates
White base may be required on darker products to match PMS colours
Each colour requires its own setup charge
Less durable than engraving for heavy-use items
Artwork Requirements
Artwork must be supplied in a vector editable format
Fonts are advised to be converted to outlines/objects to avoid font conflicts
Related Services
Debossing – Premium, tactile branding for corporate gifts
Laser Engraving – Permanent, precise branding on metal, wood & acrylic
Sublimation Printing – Full-colour, vibrant prints on apparel & merchandise
Get Started Today
For pad printed promotional products in Australia, Mabuzi offers sharp, durable branding that looks professional and makes an impact.
Request a Quote or browse our Gallery to see recent pad printing projects.