--- title: Grid Game | A3 DTF Printer Challenge source_url: https://gridgame.co.za/ published: 2026-04-22 09:49:13 modified: 2026-06-03 16:21:22 fetched_at: 2026-08-30T23:32:21+0200 category: company wp_site: https://gridgame.co.za wp_prefix: gridgame wp_id: 6 wp_type: page pass: sql3-wp-mysql-digest-2026-08-30 notes: sql3 gridgame published digest; public permalink; Bricks HTML from published front page when post_content empty; PDFs hotlinked (public wp-content); YouTube dump ids hotlinked not crawled; no buythis HTML; no [private stock host omitted]. --- # Grid Game | A3 DTF Printer Challenge **Source:** [https://gridgame.co.za/](https://gridgame.co.za/) - published: 2026-04-22 09:49:13 - modified: 2026-06-03 16:21:22 ## Video YouTube IDs hotlinked from the published page. Already in the YouTube dump (ambitious/main). Not crawled live. - [Welcome To Grid Game A3-DTF Printer Challenge, Gamified Educational Initiative by AM.CO.ZA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Jl9kofk4pU) (dump channel: main) - [Welcome to Grid Game, Gamified Educational Initiative by AM.CO.ZA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCi11ziNcu4) (dump channel: main) ![Grid Game A3 DTF Printer Challenge with themed game guards and printer](https://gridgame.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/gridgame-hero-scaled.jpg) ![Grid Game logo](https://valuefit.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/v1_Grid_Game_wordmark_white.svg) Gamified educational initiative by am.co.za® # A3 DTF Printer Challenge ## Learn the Machine. Beat the Clock. WIN! GRIDGAME is a gamified educational initiative by am.co.za® where teams test their engineering, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills in a hands-on machine challenge. In the first game, teams receive an A3 DTF printer to disassemble, reassemble, and operate within 10 working days. Teams of 1-5 players work independently in secure workspaces during official hours. If you can learn the machine and beat the clock, you get to keep the DTF machine. [https://buythis.co.za/f-dtf-a3c-xp600#ai](https://buythis.co.za/f-dtf-a3c-xp600#ai) Stand a chance to win [a F-DTF/A3C/XP600 valued at](https://buythis.co.za/f-dtf-a3c-xp600#ai) ## The Stakes ### If You Win ### Keep the Machine Complete the challenge successfully and your team keeps the A3 DTF printer, software, and provided prize components. ### If You Don't Win ### Keep the Knowledge Walk away with practical, in-depth knowledge of DTF printer functionality, repairs, servicing, diagnostics, setup, and operation. ## Game Structure & Levels Level 0: Day 1 ### Training & Orientation - Facility tour and showroom overview. - Software installation and machine configuration. - Firmware backup awareness. - DTF printing, white ink, powdering, curing, and heat pressing. - No machine is issued on this day. Level 1: Days 2 & 3 ### Testing & Disassembly - Receive the functional A3 DTF printer. - Test and verify operation before disassembly. - Disassemble into smallest functional units. - Organise parts using boxes or containers. - Elimination: not fully disassembled by Day 3 at 16:00. Level 2: Days 4-6 ### Reassembly - Reassemble the printer to original working condition. - Resolve alignment, wiring, configuration, or mechanical issues. - Replacement parts may be purchased if required. - Elimination: not operational by Day 6 at 16:00. Level 3: Days 7-10 ### Operation & Final Production - Receive printhead, inks, media, software, and consumables. - Configure the machine and produce DTF prints. - Create a finished product using approved equipment. - Win: showroom-quality final product by Day 10 at 16:00. ## Challenge Details ### Entry Fee & Prize - Entry Fee: R10,000 per team. - Fee may be waived for selected launch or promotional games. - Winners: keep the functional A3 DTF printer, software, and components. - Losers: forfeit entry fee and components. No refunds. ### Required Equipment - Windows laptop with network port or adaptor. - At least two sturdy boxes or containers. - Recommended: multimeter, labels, markers, notebook, and extra trays. - Players are responsible for their own tools. - Blank garment (e.g. T-Shirts) to produce final DTF print result on ### Conduct & Safety - Follow all safety instructions and use required PPE. - Work only in the assigned area. - No tampering with other teams' areas or machines. - Remote research, video calls, and multimedia are allowed. - No external person may enter the game area to assist. ### Location & Hours - Mon-Fri: 07:30 - 16:00 - Saturday: 07:30 - 12:30 (Bonus time - not counted into game time) - Gridgame Location: am.co.za Sunnyrock HQ: 2 Makro Place Sunnyrock Germiston 1401 - GPS: [-26.167, 28.170](https://www.google.com/maps?q=-26.167,28.170) ## What You Learn Grid Game is not only about winning the printer. It is a practical technical learning experience built around real machine functionality. - DTF printer structure and component layout - Machine diagnostics and fault finding - Disassembly, reassembly, and service logic - Printhead, ink, media, and white ink workflow - Software setup, configuration, and print preparation - DTF film printing, powdering, curing, and heat pressing ### Win the Printer. ### Learn the System. ### Beat the Clock. ## Dramatic Theme. Safe Environment. Educational Purpose. Grid Game uses survival-game inspired visuals for entertainment and marketing. The purpose is educational, safe, and skills-based. Any toy-style props, including Nerf-type props, are used only for light-hearted visual effect. The game does not promote violence, harm, intimidation, or unsafe behaviour. ## Rules & Documents ### A3 DTF Printer Challenge Rules Specific rules and conditions for the first Grid Game DTF printer challenge. [Download DTF Rules PDF](https://gridgame.co.za/wp-content/uploads/PDFs/Grid_Game_DTF_Terms_Conditions.pdf) ### Grid Game General Terms General participation terms and conditions that apply to all Grid Game events. [Download General Terms PDF](https://gridgame.co.za/wp-content/uploads/PDFs/Grid_Game_General_Terms_Conditions.pdf) ## Think You Can Rebuild It? Enter the A3 DTF Printer Challenge and prove your technical ability. Win the printer - or walk away with real DTF printer repair and servicing knowledge. [WhatsApp Us](https://wa.me/27606006000?text=Interested%20in%20DTF%20Grid%20Game) ![](https://valuefit.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/v1_Grid_Game_wordmark_white.svg) ![am.co.za logo](https://gridgame.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/AM-LOGO-STACK-SOLID-COL-INV-RGB-R1V1.svg) © All rights reserved. Grid Game is a gamified educational initiative by am.co.za®. Participation is subject to the Grid Game General [Terms and Conditions.](https://gridgame.co.za/wp-content/uploads/PDFs/Grid_Game_General_Terms_Conditions.pdf) **Doc R01 V03** GridGame.co.za ## Rules PDFs (public hotlinks, not saved as binaries) Extracted text lives in sibling markdown so other AIs can read it. - [Grid_Game_DTF_Terms_Conditions.pdf](https://gridgame.co.za/wp-content/uploads/PDFs/Grid_Game_DTF_Terms_Conditions.pdf) — text: [`https://8i.co.za/data/amcoza/sources/company/gridgame-dtf-terms-conditions.md`](https://8i.co.za/data/amcoza/sources/company/gridgame-dtf-terms-conditions.md) - [Grid_Game_General_Terms_Conditions.pdf](https://gridgame.co.za/wp-content/uploads/PDFs/Grid_Game_General_Terms_Conditions.pdf) — text: [`https://8i.co.za/data/amcoza/sources/company/gridgame-general-terms-conditions.md`](https://8i.co.za/data/amcoza/sources/company/gridgame-general-terms-conditions.md)