SPECIFICATION TO DESIGNERS & PRINTERS WHEN SUPPLYING PRINTED SHEETS FOR PAPER OVER BOARD PRODUCTS

• PAPER
  • Sheet Size
    We’ll give you all the information about the size of the printed sheet based on the size and capacity of the binder.
  • Grain Direction
    Grain must run parallel with the longest edge of the sheet for binders, for slip cases we will supply a template for position and grain direction.
  • Weight/Type
    For binders please use 130gsm silk paper. For slip cases we need to be supplied with 100gsm chromo.
  • Paper
    All sheets must be laid flat and finger touch separation. Please ensure quantity is clearly marked on pallet.
• PRINT
  • Inks
    DO NOT USE WATER BASED INKS.
  • Image
    Ensure that all trim marks, colour bars and targets are positioned away from the visible image area.
  • Finishes
    All outer sheets should be laminated, lining sheets do not need to be laminated except where solid colours are used. Please do not finish the sheets with an overall u.v. varnish. Sheets must be protected by a top board and strapped. AVOID SOLID AREAS OF DARK COLOUR IF MATT LAMINATING AS IT SHOWS MARKS BADLY, OVER WHICH WE HAVE NO CONTROL.
  • Trimming
    Supply us with flat untrimmed sheets – we’ll do the trimming.
  • Overs
    Generally between 5% and 10% depending on the type of loose leaf product and the quantity, smaller orders will require more overs.
• GENERAL
  • Let us know when you’re preparing the artwork and we’ll send you a layout containing all the relevant dimensions which need to be adhered to.
  • When you supply a colour proof to your customer, send us one too and we’ll make up a dummy to ensure that everything is as it should be.
  • When you deliver the printed sheets to us please mark the pallets with the identity of the sender on whose behalf the sheets have been sent.
  • If there are any problems with the printed sheets supplied to us, i.e. poor lamination, hickeys, etc. we’ll let you know. Unfortunately these problems aren’t usually seen until the binders are being made up and additional charges can be incurred as a result of having to stop and restart the job. Please make sure that the printed sheets are of a uniform standard otherwise any additional costs may have to be passed on to you.