OEM Manufacturing
OEM Manufacturer for Sportswear, Apparel & GAA Equipment
Thiz International is an OEM manufacturer producing products to your design, specification and brand, from team uniforms and activewear to casual wear and GAA equipment, for brands, distributors, retailers and clubs worldwide. As your OEM manufacturer, we coordinate specifications, branding and bulk production around your requirements.
What OEM Manufacturing Means at Thiz International
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) means we produce a product to your design and specification, and it's sold under your name. You own the design; as your OEM manufacturer, we handle materials, production, quality checks and packing. A reliable OEM manufacturer confirms these details before production begins.
Not every buyer arrives with a finished tech pack, so we also work on an ODM and private-label basis. Here's how the three compare:
| Model | OEMOriginal Equipment Manufacturing | ODMOriginal Design Manufacturing | Private LabelExisting styles, your brand |
|---|---|---|---|
| In short | We make your design exactly to your specification. | We develop the product with you, from idea to sample. | We brand one of our existing styles as your product. |
| You provide | Tech pack or detailed spec, artwork, size chart, materials | Idea, sketches, reference products, target market and price point | Style choice, colours, logo, labels and packaging |
| We provide | Sourcing, sampling, production, quality checks, packing | Design development, material advice, sampling, production | Branding, labelling, packing on a proven style |
| Best for | Established brands with their own designs | New products or brands without a tech pack | Fast launches and range extensions |
Products We Manufacture on an OEM Basis
OEM production is available across our full range. Select a category to see products and specification options. Our OEM manufacturer service supports custom specifications across these product categories.
GAA Gears
GAA balls, Gaelic footballs, hurling equipment and GAA training equipment.
GAA Wears
GAA jerseys and GAA tops in club colours, with crests, sponsors, names and numbers.
Sportswear
Team uniforms, specialised sportswear, sports tops and sports bottoms.
Casual Wear
T-shirts, hoodies and sweatshirts, casual jackets, casual bottoms and casual tops.
Fitness Wear
Gym tops, gym bottoms, yoga and training wear, and fitness performance wear.
Our OEM Manufacturing Process, Step by Step
Each stage ends with something concrete for you to review, so you always know where your order stands and nothing reaches bulk production without your approval.
- 01
Enquiry & Brief
Send your tech pack, artwork, reference products, quantities and destination.
You receive: questions or confirmation of your brief - 02
Specification Review
We review materials, construction, sizes and decoration, and suggest options where needed.
You receive: agreed specification - 03
Quotation
Pricing is prepared from the agreed specification, quantity and packing requirements.
You receive: written quotation - 04
Sampling
A sample is produced in the agreed materials, colours and branding.
You receive: physical sample - 05
Sample Approval
You check fit, finish and branding. Changes are made and re-sampled if needed.
You give: written sample approval - 06
Bulk Production
Your order is produced to the approved sample and agreed timeline.
You receive: production updates - 07
Quality Checks
Products are checked against the approved sample and specification before packing.
You receive: pre-shipment confirmation - 08
Packing & Shipping
Labelled, packed and cartoned to your requirements, then prepared for shipment.
You receive: shipping details
What to Send for an OEM Quotation
A complete brief means an accurate quote and fewer rounds of sampling. Send what you have; we'll help fill the gaps. An OEM manufacturer can help clarify missing details during specification review.
Product details
- Product type and style
- Tech pack, sketches or reference photos
- Materials and fabric preference
- Size chart or measurements
- Special features or construction
Branding
- Logo and artwork files
- Colours or Pantone references
- Print or embroidery placement
- Label and swing tag designs
- Packaging requirements
Order & delivery
- Quantity per style and colour
- Size breakdown
- Delivery destination
- Target delivery date
- Carton or labelling requirements
Don't have a tech pack? That's fine. Share a reference product or sketch and we can develop the specification with you on an ODM basis.
Your Brand on Every Part of the Order
With OEM and private-label production, your products leave us ready to sell. Every touchpoint can carry your brand, according to your requirements. Your OEM manufacturer can coordinate product branding, labels and packaging in one order.
Product Branding
Printed, embroidered or applied logos on the product itself.
Labels
Neck, care and size labels, woven or printed.
Swing Tags
Hang tags with your design, sizes and barcodes.
Retail Packaging
Polybags, boxes, sleeves and folding to your standard.
Export Cartons
Carton marks and labelling for your warehouse or customer.
Quality Built Around Your Approved Sample
The approved sample is the standard for your entire order. We check against it at three points, so issues are caught before they reach your customers. Your OEM manufacturer should check bulk goods against the approved sample.
Before productionMaterials & setup
- Material check
- Colour match
- Trims & labels
- Pattern & sizing
During productionIn-line checks
- Construction
- Print & embroidery
- Measurements
- Workmanship
Before shippingFinal checks
- Finish & appearance
- Size labelling
- Packing accuracy
- Carton marks
Your Designs Stay Yours
Designs, artwork and tech packs you share are used only to produce your orders. For general guidance on protecting brand assets and intellectual property, see the WIPO resources for businesses. If you need a confidentiality agreement before sharing details, let us know when you get in touch.
OEM Minimum Order Quantities & Lead Times
MOQs and lead times differ by product and specification, so we confirm both in your quotation. These are the factors that affect them. Your OEM manufacturer confirms practical quantities and lead times before you approve production.
What affects MOQ
Minimum quantities depend on how the product is made and what it's made from.
- Product type: equipment, garments and accessories have different setups.
- Materials: custom fabrics or colours may need minimum dye or material runs.
- Decoration: sublimation, embroidery and screen printing each set up differently.
- Colours and sizes: quantities are usually set per style and colour.
What affects lead time
Timelines are agreed before production and depend on these stages.
- Sampling rounds: fewer changes mean a faster route to bulk.
- Material sourcing: custom fabrics and trims take longer than stock options.
- Order size and complexity: more styles and decoration add production time.
- Shipping method: air and sea freight have very different transit times.
Who We Manufacture For
Our OEM clients range from established brands to first-time founders. What they share is a need for consistent, made-to-spec production.
Sportswear & Apparel Brands
Brands producing their own designs under their own labels.
Distributors & Wholesalers
Businesses supplying retailers, clubs and schools in their market.
Retailers
Stores building exclusive or own-brand product ranges.
Clubs & Associations
Clubs and associations ordering custom kit and equipment in volume.
OEM Manufacturing FAQs
Common questions from brands and distributors starting an OEM project. Can't find your answer? Contact our team.
What is OEM manufacturing?
OEM manufacturing means we produce a product to your design and specification, and it is sold under your brand. You own the design, and we handle materials, sampling, production, quality checks and packing.
What is the difference between OEM and ODM?
With an OEM manufacturer, you supply the design and specification and we produce it. With ODM, we develop the product with you from an idea, sketch or reference product, then produce it.
Which products can you manufacture on an OEM basis?
An OEM manufacturer can produce across our range: GAA equipment, GAA jerseys and tops, sportswear, casual wear and fitness wear.
Do I need a tech pack to start?
No. A tech pack helps, but you can also start with sketches, reference products or photos, and we can develop the specification with you.
What is your minimum order quantity for OEM?
MOQs depend on the product, materials, decoration and colours. Share your requirements and we'll confirm the MOQ for each style in your quotation.
How long does OEM production take?
Your OEM manufacturer lead times depend on sampling rounds, material sourcing, order size and shipping method. We agree the timeline with you before production starts.
Do you provide samples before bulk production?
Yes. A sample is produced for your approval, and bulk production only begins once you've approved it in writing.
Can you add our branding, labels and packaging?
Yes. Logos, neck and care labels, swing tags, retail packaging and carton marks can all be produced to your requirements.
Will you keep our designs confidential?
Designs, artwork and tech packs you share are used only to produce your orders. If you need a confidentiality agreement, let us know when you get in touch.
Do you supply OEM products internationally?
Yes. We supply B2B buyers internationally. Tell us your delivery destination so packing and shipment preparation can be included in your quotation.
Ready to Start Your OEM Project?
Send your design, specification and quantities to Thiz International. Our team will review your brief and come back with questions, options and a quotation.
- 1Send your briefTech pack, artwork or reference product
- 2Review & quoteWe confirm specification and pricing
- 3Approve your sampleThen bulk production begins