Contract Printing & Sampling Manchester

Specialist contract printing equipment for leather and fabric printing at BPM Print Manchester

BPM Print & Workwear delivers specialist contract printing and sampling services in Manchester for fashion designers, product developers, independent brands, and manufacturing partners. From our equipped facility in Trafford Park, we apply high-resolution designs to substrates that most commercial printers simply cannot handle — including leather, suede, synthetic fabrics, and technical textiles.

Whether you are a fashion student at Manchester Metropolitan developing your graduate collection, an established designer producing a capsule range, or a manufacturer requiring consistent print applications across production runs, we provide the technical capability and creative flexibility to bring your vision to life.

Specialist Substrate Printing

Our industrial printing technology allows us to work with materials that demand precision, specialist inks, and careful handling. We have invested in equipment specifically designed for challenging substrates, enabling us to offer services that set us apart from standard t-shirt printers:

Leather & Faux Leather Printing

We provide specialist print applications on genuine leather, bonded leather, PU leather, and vegan leather alternatives. Our process delivers vibrant, flexible prints that move with the material without cracking or peeling. This service is popular with footwear designers, handbag manufacturers, leather goods makers, and bespoke accessories brands. We handle everything from single prototype pieces to ongoing production contracts.

Synthetic & Technical Fabrics

Polyester, nylon, Cordura, ripstop, and lycra-blend materials all require specific ink formulations and curing processes. Our setup handles these technical requirements with precision, making us the ideal partner for sportswear brands, outdoor clothing manufacturers, and technical gear producers across the North West.

Natural Fabrics & Canvas

Cotton, linen, silk, and canvas materials are printed using water-based and reactive inks that penetrate the fibre for exceptional hand-feel and wash durability. Whether you need art prints on canvas, fashion-forward designs on silk, or hard-wearing graphics on cotton workwear, we have the capability and experience to deliver outstanding results.

Large format printing capability for contract and sampling work at BPM Print Manchester

Fashion Sampling & Prototyping

Never commit to a full production run without seeing the finished result. Our sampling service is designed specifically for designers and brands who need to evaluate print quality, colour accuracy, placement, and durability on their specific materials before scaling up. Our sampling process includes:

Initial consultation: We discuss your design intent, material specifications, and production goals
Test prints: Single or multiple samples produced on your exact substrate material
Colour matching: Pantone-referenced colour accuracy with physical samples for comparison
Wash testing: Durability assessment to ensure prints withstand your product's care requirements
Placement trials: Multiple positioning options for garment or product integration
Production-ready files: Once approved, your artwork is optimised for seamless scaling to full production

Who We Work With

Our contract printing clients span the creative and manufacturing sectors:

Fashion designers & labels: From emerging Manchester talent to established UK brands requiring seasonal collections
Footwear manufacturers: Custom printed uppers, insoles, and leather detailing
Accessories brands: Bags, wallets, belts, and leather goods with bespoke print applications
Sportswear companies: Technical sublimation and transfer printing for performance apparel
Interior designers: Custom fabric printing for soft furnishings, cushions, and upholstery projects
Corporate merchandise: Premium branded items requiring specialist printing on non-standard materials

No Minimum Orders

We understand that contract printing and sampling inherently involves small quantities — often just one or two pieces. That is why we maintain a strict no minimum order policy. Whether you need a single leather sample for a buyer presentation or an initial run of 50 units to fulfil pre-orders, we accommodate every requirement without penalties or inflated pricing for small volumes.

Confidentiality & IP Protection

We recognise that designers and brands share sensitive intellectual property when commissioning contract printing. BPM Print & Workwear operates strict confidentiality protocols. Your designs, artwork files, and production specifications are stored securely and never shared with third parties. We are happy to sign NDAs for clients who require formal agreements.

Fast Turnaround & UK Delivery

Based in Trafford Park, we are ideally positioned to serve Manchester's creative community with rapid turnaround times. Standard sampling is completed within 3–5 working days, with express options available for urgent deadlines. For clients outside Greater Manchester, we ship nationwide via tracked courier with next-day delivery options.

Our central location also means we are within easy reach of Manchester's design studios, university fashion departments, and creative hubs including the Northern Quarter, Ancoats, and MediaCityUK.