Port Authority Men's Silk Touch Poly/Cotton Polo Embroidered

Port Authority CBK500 Silk Touch Polo

Classic silky polo with a soft hand and professional appearance. Ideal for company uniforms, staff shirts, trade shows, and everyday business wear.

Fabric and Features

• Easy care silky knit pique fabric
• Flat knit collar and cuffs
• Three button placket with dyed to match buttons
• Double needle armhole and hem construction for durability
• Reinforced neck and shoulder seams
• Classic fit for men and unisex use

Care Instructions

• Machine wash cold with like colors
• Only non chlorine bleach when needed
• Tumble dry low and remove promptly
• Cool iron if needed, do not iron decoration
• Do not dry clean

Available Sizes

Adult sizes XS to 6XL, depending on color.

For best results, measure a garment that fits well and compare to the size chart used in spec sheet. View Spec Sheet

Standard Shirt Color Options

Colors shown are approximate and may vary from actual garment dye lots.

Madeira Polyneon Polyester Thread

Standard embroidery thread options shown below. Actual thread appearance may vary slightly on different fabrics and lighting.

Logo Digitization Explained

What is Logo Digitization

Logo digitization is the first step in preparing your design for machine embroidery. It is the process of translating your graphic file, such as a JPG, PNG, or PDF, into a stitch file that embroidery machines can read.

How the Process Works

1. File review and translation
   Our digitizer reviews your logo and plans how it will sew on the garment instead of simply tracing the artwork.
2. Stitch mapping
   Every stitch is mapped by hand, including direction, density, stitch length, start and stop points, and underlay that supports the top stitches.
3. Color assignment
   Each color in your logo is matched to a Madeira Polyneon thread color for consistent results.
4. Proofing
   A digital proof or a physical stitch out sample is created for approval before full production.

Why Digitization Matters

• Clean edges and readable text at embroidery size
• Correct coverage so shirt color does not show through
• Smoother fill areas with fewer thread breaks
• Consistent logo appearance across polos, hats, jackets, and other items

Future Reorders

Once your logo is digitized, it is stored in our system for future use. Reorders and new products using the same logo do not require the digitizing fee again, as long as the design size and layout stay the same.