General Information

ORDER INFORMATION

  • EMAIL TO: Please email to orderentry@southernplus.com for any order related query.

  • BLANK ORDERS: First column quantity required. EQP pricing on stock items only.Catalog quantities will ship within 24 hours if received by 1 pm. If “assembly” is requested for chairs (chair and pillow, if applicable, inserted into carry bags), please allow 48 hours.

  • VERBAL ORDERS: Not accepted.

  • LESS-THAN MINIMUM:Printed orders: Add $50(v) per imprint color. Absolute minimum quantity is half of first column quantity. First column pricing applies. Drinkware and Embroidered items – no less than minimum accepted. Blank orders: Add $25(v).

  • OVER/UNDER RUNS: We reserve the right to ship 5% over or under and bill accordingly. In the case of under-runs of 5% or less, Southern Plus reserves the right not to decorate the balance of the order. For a fee of $40.00 (V), we will ensure your exact order quantity is shipped.

  • CANCELLATIONS: $30(V) per order plus all other costs incurred up to the time of cancellation. Cancellations on orders already printed will not be accepted. All cancellations must be in writing.

  • ORDER CHANGES: Any changes made to an existing order after received at factory must be confirmed in writing via fax or email. Order changes may delay delivery.

  • CLAIMS: Claims for damages, defects or shortages in shipments must be made within 10 days of receipt of shipment. Otherwise, shipment is assumed to be received without damage and complete. No returns are accepted without prior written consent of Southern Plus. No product is accepted for return after being altered or otherwise used. Southern Plus disclaims any responsibility for products after 30 days in buyer’s possession.

  • RETURNS: Factory authorization number must be obtained in writing prior to return of merchandise for any reason. Blank merchandise is subject to a 20% restocking fee with a minimum of $25. No returns will be accepted 30 days after shipment. All blank goods must be inspected and verified as the correct product before decorating.

  • CO-OP PROGRAMS: Call for details.

  • PRODUCTION TIME STOCK ITEMS: 5-7 business days on screen printed orders from receipt of art approval; standard catalog quantities. Allow additional 7 days for embroidery and heat transfers. Requests for faster delivery will be reviewed and confirmed if possible by customer service.

  • RUSH SERVICE: Free 24-Hour rush service available on select items. 3-day rush available on most screen printed items for $62.50(V) charge. Exclusions: Drinkware, heat transfer, embroidery.

  • SAMPLES: Available at EQP plus shipping. Sample orders up to $10(V) are no charge except shipping charges. Limit three (3) blank samples per item. Exclusions may apply. Samples may be blank or random.

  • SPEC SAMPLES:Screen Print: $31.25 (v) fee plus cost of product, screen and run charges.
    Heat Transfer: $187.00 (v) fee (non-refundable) plus cost of product and run charges.
    Drinkware: $47.50 (v) fee plus cost of product, setup and run charges.
    Embroidery: Contact customer service for pricing.

  • SELF-PROMO: Bags, Coolers, Umbrellas, Chairs, Aprons: EQP less 20%. Drinkware: EQP less 10%. Max third column quantity. Normal setup charges apply. Exceptions apply. Contact customer service for full details. Copy must include distributor name and logo. Not available on Blankets, Towels.

  • ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: All printed orders will be acknowledged by fax or email. Please review carefully and confirm all details. Orders will not be released for production before receipt of approval.

  • RE-ORDERS: Orders placed within a year - Setup Fee $35 (V). Orders placed after a year – regular setup fees apply. Must include original purchase order number and complete order information (product, quantity, logo name, etc.) and copy of the artwork for verification.

  • PAYMENTS: Net 30 days upon credit approval. Payments not received by the due date are subject to a 1.5% per month late payment charge. First orders, custom orders and large orders may require a deposit or prepayment. Credit application is available on website or may be requested from customer service. We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express for prepayment and payment of invoice with a 3% surcharge. Payment can also be made via ACH or check upon request. There will be a $40(V) charge for checks returned due to NSF.

  • F.O.B. POINT: Varies by product. GA, CA, SC, MA, WI, CO, NY.

  • TAGS: Attaching tags to product $0.31(v) each. Tags must be provided (adhesive or hole-punched).

ARTWORK & IMPRINT METHODS

  • EMAIL TO: artwork@southernplus.com. Must include PO#, Company Name, Your Name, Phone #, Item #.

  • ART REQUIREMENTS: Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop in a format of AI, EPS, TIFF or PDF. Vectored art with fonts converted to curves. 600dpi or higher at 100% or larger. Black and White CAMERA READY. Art will be maxed out to our imprint area unless otherwise requested.

  • RECREATING ARTWORK: $40(V) per hour, one-hour minimum. Art charges are advised in advance. Typesetting is $15(V) for straight type and $25(V) for curved or font matching. One edit to artwork will be at no charge. Additional edits requested by customer will be charged $10(V) per edit.

  • IMPRINT CHARGES: Screen print – see product details in catalog. Heat Transfer – pricing based on size of logo and quantity. Please contact customer service for pricing.

  • SETUP CHARGES: Screen charges for screen print - $55(V) per color.

  • INK COLOR CHANGE: $37.50(v) per screen, per ink color change.

  • PMS COLOR MATCH: $50(v) per color. Exact color match is not guaranteed.

  • EMBROIDERY: Please call customer service for pricing. Please provide thread color or PMS color for matching.

  • ARTWORK WITH TIGHT REGISTRATION: Artwork with tight registration, halftones, screen tines and/or bleeds must be reviewed by our Art Department for approval. Avoid very fine lines, both in type and illustrations.

  • COPYRIGHT/TRADEMARK LAWS: Southern Plus assumes that artwork submitted for reproduction in producing an order, was submitted in full compliance with the laws governing copyright, trademarks, etc.

  • NON-STANDARD IMPRINT AREA: Our products have standard imprint areas listed under product description. If you choose to have a logo imprinted in a non-standard imprint area it will need to be approved with the art department before we process your order. Once approved, there will be an additional fee of $50(v) applied to your order. Please indicate on your order if you are choosing a non-standard imprint area.

PROOFS AND CONFIRMATIONS

  • PAPER PROOF AND ORDER CONFIRMATION: Are sent via fax or email at no charge. Approval of artwork, pricing, product details and ship date is required before production is scheduled. Delays in approval may delay production. Proofs are sent on all orders and reorders unless otherwise requested on PO. NO CREDIT WILL BE ISSUED FOR ANY ART ERRORS AFTER APPROVAL.

  • RUSH ORDERS: Proofs are waived.

  • PRE-PRODUCTIONS PROOF: Screen Print: $31.25 (v) fee plus cost of product, screen and run charges.
    Heat Transfer: $187.00 (v) fee (non-refundable) plus cost of product and run charges.
    Drinkware: $47.50 (v) fee plus cost of product, setup and run charges.
    Embroidery: Contact customer service for pricing.
    Note: If prepro is approved, new setup/screen charge will not apply for the actual order.

  • VIRTUAL PROOFS: Available on website free of charge.

SHIPPING/PACKAGING

  • SHIPPING METHODS: UPS, FedEx or truck line by request. USPS only available for APO addresses.

  • SHIP DATE: We reserve the right to ship orders early unless specifically stated otherwise on the PO.

  • TRUCK SHIPMENTS: INSIDE DELIVERY must be noted on PO if no loading dock or unloading is required.

    Packaging and shipping weights are approximate and available online at www.southernplus.com.

  • QUANTITY DISCREPANCY: Any discrepancy in quantity received must be reported to carrier upon arrival and noted on shipping documents.

  • DROP SHIPMENTS: $10(V) per additional address. Standard bulk packaging. If individual or other packing configuration is needed, please contact for pricing.

  • THIRD PARTY CARRIERS: $8.75(V) pallet fee or $3.75(V) per carton handling applies. If we ship on your account, you assume responsibility for the shipment from the time the order is ready for pickup.

  • INDIVIDUAL ITEM PACKAGING: For individual polybags add $1.56(V) per item. Other individual or custom packaging available – please contact customer service for quote.

  • INSERTIONS: Southern Plus will insert your items at a charge of $0.50(V) per item (UPC labels, cards etc.). Subject to change based on type of insertion.

  • SPECIAL SHIPPING OR PACKAGING: May require extra lead time. Instructions must be sent to Southern Plus prior to production.

  • SHIP DATE ESTIMATE: Orders may ship BEFORE the requested ship date unless specifically stated on PO to not ship early.

MISCELLANEOUS

  • PRODUCT SAFETY: Our products are designed to meet all U.S. standards for product safety. Please visit the compliance page on our website to view product safety details.

  • PROP-65: All shipments to California will include a product warning label in accordance with Proposal 65.

  • GENERAL DISCLAIMER: All orders subject to product availability. Price, specifications and availability are subject to change without notice. Southern Plus cannot guarantee continuity of exact shade, color, size, weight, texture, or construction of finished goods. Check our web site at www.southernplus.com to confirm current pricing and product information.

    We cannot be held liable for inaccurate information on third party websites or search engines. Photographs in this catalog or on website may not show true color or texture of product

  • TRADEMARK USAGE: Logos shown in this catalog are for illustrative purposes only and do not imply endorsement and are not for sale except by authorized owner. We reserve the right to use all printing images in our advertising and displays unless otherwise notified in writing at the time of order.

  • FORCE MAJEURE: Southern Plus cannot be held responsible for delays in the performance or nonperformance caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, fire, war, government regulation, accident, strikes or labor problems, port congestion, customs inspections/holds, or shortages or inability to material, equipment or transportation.

  • PRODUCT REPRESENTATIONS: Product color may vary slightly from website image, proof image and printed materials. We recommend you review an actual sample before order confirmation if the exact color shade is important. Southern Plus cannot guarantee continuity of exact shade, color, size, weight, texture, colorfastness or construction of finished goods.