Steel City XD Design backpacks. We’ve selected these for corporate rollouts where the bag has to cope with the daily commute, laptops, and repeat use. You want your logo to be seen and the product to last, not look like an afterthought.
For teams looking for that premium “safe choice” gift, we keep it simple. We put forward items that fit real kit, lock down the print placement early, and work to your date so you’re not chasing artwork, samples, and couriers in the final week.
- Laptop-fit sizing: We prioritize sizing by litres and laptop fit because getting the internal shape wrong causes returns and complaints – especially when issuing to a whole team. This selection keeps day-to-day kit and up to 16″ devices fitting comfortably without forcing zips or bending corners.
- Logo-safe panels: We pick bags with clean, predictable print zones. Seams, textures, and curved fronts are where logos can get lost or look misaligned. We stick to defined rules like “1 colour / 1 position” with set areas (e.g., 180 × 160mm or 110 × 60mm) to keep the branding consistent and high-quality across the whole order.
- Proof-first workflow: Our proofing process fixes position and size upfront so your artwork doesn’t drift into a low-impact spot. It reduces the risk of a premium bag turning up with branding that looks off-centre or clipped. We provide a visual proof for you to approve to ensure you’re happy with the layout before we proceed.
- Date-driven lead times: We work around real production windows – typically around 12 working days from proof approval – because time is often lost in last-minute changes. We keep the process tight to ensure print is booked, stock is allocated, and delivery aligns perfectly with your event or start dates.
- Theft-resistant details: We recommend commuter-focused features like self-locking zips and protected entry points. It keeps the bag feeling like a retail travel piece months down the line, rather than a giveaway that stops getting used. It’s about giving something valuable that makes them feel safe on their commute.
- Daily laptop protection: We filter for structured bodies and consistent internal space (e.g., 430 × 290 × 100mm / 430 × 300 × 120mm) because soft sleeves and bowed zips can damage devices over time. We want to avoid the frustration of forcing a laptop in, ensuring the product is useful for the recipient in their working lives.
- Traceable rPET options: We include rPET lines backed by AWARE tracer tech and Digital Product Passports because we know how important it is not to greenwash. This gives you full traceability to evidence your sustainability claims, rather than just a vague line on a product page.
These products are our starting point – the benchmarks we use to keep selection, proofing, and delivery predictable. If your lead time and budget allow, we can take a consultative approach to source alternative XD Design options that follow the same rules around fit, print control, and day-to-day use.