Printing

The choice of a printing process depends upon several factors. Some of which include the quantity, complexity and characteristics of the artwork, number of ink colors, as well as the paper stock and the level of desired quality of the finished product.

Flexography: (Also called FLEXO printing) A form of rotary letterpress using flexible rubber or photopolymer plates. Most common type of envelope printing, fast drying process, suitable for screens with 65105 lines. Printed in line at the same time envelope is converted. The art is lower imagery art. Generally the most cost effective price for larger quantities.

Jet Printing: Prints converted envelopes; equipment varies from 1 to 4 colors, 1 or 2-sided. Allows for fast turn times, good quality, and medium pricing.

Lithography: (Also know as FLAT SHEET LITHO or OFFSET PRINTING) Offers highest degree of precision, clarity and quality, uses screens of 133 lines or more. Artwork with full bleeds requires flat sheet lithography. Highest quality, top of price range.