Corporate supply by Crest PromosBUFF Safety neckwear and headwear for corporate gifts
Neck gaiters, beanies and caps from BUFF's professional range, made for people who work outside in sun, wind and cold. Branded with your logo and delivered Australia-wide for site crews, field teams, safety weeks and client gifts.
Gear that gets worn on site, not left in the ute
BUFF started in 1992 in Igualada, near Barcelona, when founder Joan Rojas made a microfibre tube with no seams to keep the wind and cold off on his motorbike. The company is still family owned and based in the same textile region, and its BUFF Safety division makes neck and head protection for workplaces, from construction and mining to transport and emergency services.
That background is why it works as a gift for outdoor teams. A CoolNet UV neck gaiter or a fleece beanie solves a problem the recipient has every day: sun on the back of the neck in summer, wind and cold on early starts in winter. The range is designed to sit under a hard hat or helmet, so it fits the kit people already wear.
Because the pieces are light to carry and easy to wash, they stay in use for months at a time. Your logo goes out on site, on the road and on the tools every shift. For clients in trades, mining and civil works, branded BUFF Safety gear also shows you understand the conditions their people work in. It is also gear those crews would often buy for themselves.
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the year BUFF was founded in Catalonia, Spain
sun protection on CoolNet UV and EcoStretch neckwear
recycled polyester in CoolNet UV and Original EcoStretch fabric
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Sun, visibility, cold and specialist protection
BUFF Safety groups its range by the hazard it deals with. These are the four groups that matter for corporate supply, and we can shortlist from any of them once we know who the gear is for.
The models we recommend for corporate gifting
Ten pieces across three tiers: sun protection for outdoor crews, fluoro and reflective styles for teams near traffic, and warm layers for winter. Mix colours and styles in one order and we'll quote the lot.
Sun and heat for outdoor crews
BUFF CoolNet UV Neckwear
UPF 50 cooling neckwear that can be worn 12 different ways.
Ideal for: Site, landscaping and field teams through summer
BUFF CoolNet UV Neckwear R
The CoolNet UV tube in Yellow Fluor with a reflective band.
Ideal for: Road crews and traffic control in hot weather
BUFF Original EcoStretch Neckwear
BUFF's classic seam-free tube in recycled stretch fabric.
Ideal for: Large staff rollouts and safety week packs
BUFF Pack Cap
A breathable UPF 50 cap that folds small without losing its shape.
Ideal for: Drivers, surveyors and inspectors who move between sites
Visibility for road, rail and site teams
BUFF Original EcoStretch Neckwear R
Fluoro yellow EcoStretch tube with a reflective stripe.
Ideal for: Year-round wear for teams near traffic and plant
BUFF Windproof Neckwear R
Microfibre tube with a GORE windproof panel and a 3M reflective band.
Ideal for: Static work in cold wind, such as traffic control and airside roles
BUFF Polar Beanie
Warm fleece beanie in Yellow Fluor that fits under a helmet.
Ideal for: Winter night shifts and early starts on site
Cold starts and winter shifts
BUFF ThermoNet Neckwear
Light, warm neckwear developed with PrimaLoft.
Ideal for: Active outdoor work in cold weather
BUFF Merino Wool 1 Layer Hat
A seam-free 100% merino beanie for moderate cold.
Ideal for: Service awards and gifts for supervisors and managers
BUFF Windproof Beanie
Technical beanie with GORE windproof fabric for exposed sites.
Ideal for: Crews working at height or in alpine and southern winters
Fabrics, protection and certifications, side by side
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| Model | Type | Fabric | Key protection | Certification listed by BUFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CoolNet UV Neckwear | Neck gaiter | 95% recycled polyester, 5% elastane | UPF 50, HeiQ cooling, Polygiene odour control | CAT I EN ISO 13688/13 |
| CoolNet UV Neckwear R | Neck gaiter | 95% recycled polyester, 5% elastane | UPF 50, cooling, reflective band | CAT I EN ISO 13688/13 |
| Original EcoStretch Neckwear | Neck gaiter | 95% recycled polyester, 5% elastane | UPF 50, moisture transfer | CAT I EN ISO 13688/13; UPF 50 to AS/NZ4399:2017 |
| Pack Cap | Cap | Recycled polyamide and elastane body, recycled polyester mesh | UPF 50, packable | CAT I EN ISO 13688/13; UPF 50 to AS/NZ4399:2017 |
| Original EcoStretch Neckwear R | Neck gaiter | 95% recycled polyester, 5% elastane | UPF 50, fluoro colour, reflective stripe | CAT I EN ISO 13688/13; UPF 50 to AS/NZ4399:2017 |
| Windproof Neckwear R | Neck gaiter | Recycled polyester tube with polyester and PTFE windproof section | GORE windproof, 3M Scotchlite reflective band | CE CAT I EN ISO 13688/13, UNE-EN 14058/17 |
| Polar Beanie | Beanie | 85% recycled polyester, 15% polyester fleece | Thermal insulation, fluoro colour | Polar fabric to UNE EN 14058:2017 (BUFF Safety site) |
| ThermoNet Neckwear | Neck gaiter | 53% polyester, 43% recycled polyester, 4% elastane | Warmth with breathability | CAT I EN ISO 13688/13 |
| Merino Wool 1 Layer Hat | Beanie | 100% merino wool | Warmth for moderate cold | CAT I EN ISO 13688/13 |
| Windproof Beanie | Beanie | 96% polyester, 4% PTFE | GORE windproof, light rain protection | Not stated on product page |
Figures and certifications are BUFF's published specifications, shown as BUFF lists them on its Australian store and BUFF Safety site.
CoolNet UV and UPF 50
CoolNet UV fabric is 95% recycled polyester in a seam-free four-way stretch knit. BUFF Safety says its neckwear, arm sleeves and packable caps are certified as PPE against UV radiation under Regulation (EU) 2016/425, with the fabric tested to AS/NZS 4399:2017 and achieving UPF 50, which blocks 98% of UV radiation. A HeiQ Smart Temp finish adds a cooling effect.
Reflective bands and fluoro colours
R designs carry a reflective band, and some use 3M Scotchlite retro-reflective stripes that glow white under headlights. BUFF is clear that its neck gaiters, beanies, caps and balaclavas do not cover enough surface area to be certified as high visibility PPE. They add visibility when worn with certified hi-vis clothing.
Choosing the right BUFF Safety gift
Summer and outdoor work: choose CoolNet UV neckwear. It is UPF 50, has a cooling finish and can be pulled up over the face or worn under a hard hat.
Teams near traffic: choose an R design in Yellow Fluor, such as the CoolNet UV Neckwear R or Original EcoStretch Neckwear R, and treat it as an extra layer on top of certified hi-vis clothing.
Winter and early starts: ThermoNet neckwear suits active work, while the Polar Beanie and Merino Wool 1 Layer Hat suit standing and supervising roles. All of these are listed as suitable under a helmet or for cold work.
Wind and height: the Windproof Beanie and Windproof Neckwear R use GORE windproof fabric and suit exposed sites, towers and static tasks.
Mixed or large teams: the Original EcoStretch tube is the simplest choice for a broad rollout, and you can split an order across colours by team or site.
Your logo on BUFF Safety gear
BUFF Safety offers its own customisation for workplace orders. Its site says any standard BUFF Safety product can carry a printed transfer of your logo of about 4 x 5 cm, in conventional, reflective or fire resistant versions, and neckwear can be fully custom printed with your own design, dyed to your colour or fitted with 3M Scotchlite reflective stripes. BUFF also makes custom printed neckwear with branded packaging through its business program. We can arrange these options through BUFF, or decorate standard stock where that suits the product, for example a transfer or embroidery on a beanie or cap. For certified PPE such as the flame resistant range, we only use BUFF's own decoration options. Fully custom printed designs are made by BUFF and follow its production schedule, and we confirm the options and timing for each model when we quote.
Placement: a logo transfer on the side of a neck gaiter or the front or side of a beanie or cap is typical, and full custom prints can cover the whole tube
Artwork: a vector file (AI, EPS, PDF or SVG) is ideal, and we can usually redraw a JPG or PNG
Lead time: our standard turnaround is 10 to 14 business days from proof approval
Every branded order starts with a free digital proof, so you see your logo on the product before anything goes into production.
Ordering BUFF Safety corporate gifts
Send an enquiry
Tell us the products you are interested in, rough quantities, your deadline and who the gifts are for.
Get your quote
We come back with a written quote and a shortlist of models that fit.
Approve your proof
For branded orders we send a free digital proof for sign-off before production. Ask us about a sample before you commit.
Production and delivery
Our standard turnaround is 10 to 14 business days from proof approval, subject to stock.
We deliver to businesses Australia-wide. Freight is shown on your quote. We can also hold stock, pack gift kits and send to multiple locations, and one contact looks after your order from quote to delivery.
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Frequently asked questions about BUFF Safety gifts
Are BUFF Safety reflective neck gaiters and beanies hi-vis PPE?+
No. BUFF states that its reflective and fluoro neck gaiters, beanies, caps and balaclavas do not reach the minimum surface area to be certified as high visibility PPE. They add visibility in low light and should be worn with certified hi-vis clothing. BUFF Safety lists its Yellow Fluor arm sleeves as certified to EN 17353:2020.
Do BUFF Safety products work for safety weeks, reward programs and events?+
Yes. Branded CoolNet UV or EcoStretch neckwear is a practical giveaway for a summer sun safety push, and fleece or merino beanies suit a winter safety campaign. For reward programs, a pack with a neck gaiter and a beanie or cap gives people gear for both seasons. We can pack and label orders by site or team.
How should BUFF Safety neckwear be washed?+
Follow the care label for each model. For CoolNet UV and Original EcoStretch, BUFF lists a 30 or 40 degree wash depending on the colour, no tumble drying, no ironing and no dry cleaning. Beanies such as the Polar and Merino Wool hats should not be tumble dried or ironed.
What sun protection rating do BUFF Safety products have?+
CoolNet UV neckwear, Original EcoStretch neckwear and the Pack Cap are listed with UPF 50. BUFF Safety says the fabric is tested to AS/NZS 4399:2017 and blocks 98% of UV radiation, and BUFF notes that protection may be weakened.
Enquire about BUFF Safety
Tell us who the gear is for, how many people and whether it is for summer, winter or both, and we'll put together a shortlist and quote with your logo applied.
Send us your brief
Include the models you like, rough quantities, who the gifts are for and your deadline, and whether you need them branded, gift boxed or sent to more than one site.
- Staff gifts, client gifts, reward programs or events
- Branded or unbranded
- One delivery or split across several sites
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