August 1st, 2012
Posted in Digital Printing, Label and Sticker Printing, Label Printing, Large-Format Printing | 9 Comments »
I just saw a video made by a custom printing vendor I work with in my print brokering business providing an education in the new realities of die cutting. The equipment showcased in the video is the Mimaki integrated inkjet printer and cutter. (I’m sure that many other printers have similar equipment, so you may want to ask your print provider, if this technology seems appropriate for your work.) Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Digital Printing, Label and Sticker Printing, Label Printing, Large-Format Printing | 9 Comments »
July 29th, 2012
Posted in Offset Printing, Printing | Comments Off on Custom Printing: Consider UV Inks for Your Print Needs
UV inks have been around for some time, but they may bear serious consideration for at least some of your commercial printing work. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 28th, 2012
Posted in Digital Printing, Offset Printing, Printing | 2 Comments »
There’s more to a good printer than price. Printing is not a commodity. You’re buying a process, and that requires mutual trust and an understanding of the particular skills a printer can, and cannot, offer. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 24th, 2012
Posted in Book Printing, Hardcover Book Printing, Offset Printing, Printing | Comments Off on Book Printing: Complexities of the Invoice
I recently checked a preliminary invoice from one of the larger printers I work with. It was to be sent to a client of mine for a case-bound print book. Since the invoice did not match the estimate exactly, I drafted an email to my client to explain the discrepancies so she would not be surprised when she received the final bill. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 19th, 2012
Posted in Book Binding Options, Book Printing, Offset Printing, Paper and finishing, Printing, Soft Cover Book Printing | Comments Off on Book Printing: Sometimes Moving Text 1/8” Can Save $1,300 or More
In prior blogs I have always been a great proponent of making your custom printing vendor an ally and partner. Develop trust and a two-way relationship. It will benefit you both. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 17th, 2012
Posted in Book Printing, Offset Printing, Paper and finishing, Printing | Comments Off on Commercial Printing: Domtar’s Dream Paper Promotion
I just received the new paper promotion booklet from Domtar called Dream. It showcases some dramatic printing techniques on Cougar paper. I thought you might find the book interesting. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 13th, 2012
Posted in Large-Format Printing, Offset Printing, Paperboard Packaging, Printing, Standees | Comments Off on Large Format Printing: Movie Standee Lightboxes
As I have noted in many prior PIE Blogs, I install “standees” and other signage in movie theaters as part of my multi-faceted custom printing life. One such standee promotes The Rise of the Guardians, an upcoming animated film. Although this 14-foot wide and 8-foot high cardboard display portrays six of the movie’s main characters on zig-zagging boxes stacked on a wide base, what makes this particular installation intriguing is its structure. The entire standee comprises a set of six “lightboxes.” Read the rest of this entry »
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July 9th, 2012
Posted in Brochure Printing, Digital Printing, Magazine Printing, Offset Printing, Printing | 9 Comments »
I subscribe to a monthly magazine called GD USA (Graphic Design USA). An article by Gordon Kaye entitled “Print Is Getting Smarter” in the June 2012 issue of the magazine challenges the notion that commercial printing is dying with their 2012 GD Print Design Survey. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Brochure Printing, Digital Printing, Magazine Printing, Offset Printing, Printing | 9 Comments »
July 5th, 2012
Posted in Magazine Printing, Paper and finishing | Comments Off on Magazine Printing: Options for Paper Management
In an earlier PIE Blog posting I mentioned that buying paper on the spot market was an option worth considering for magazine printing publishers. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 3rd, 2012
Posted in Book Printing, Offset Printing, Printing | Comments Off on Book Printing: Understanding Freight Terms Can Save You Money
I received an estimate today for a book printing client of mine. She had increased the press run for her company’s annual textbook, but the freight estimate had actually gone down significantly since last year. So I contacted the commercial printing vendor to question the change. Read the rest of this entry »
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