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Professional Prepress Services

We understand that the difference between good printing and exceptional printing lies in the prepress process. Our meticulous prepress services ensure that your files are perfectly prepared for printing, with precise color management, proper bleeds, and technical accuracy that guarantees flawless results.

Package Design Overview

File Preparation & Optimization

Perfect Print Readiness

File preparation is the foundation of successful printing. We meticulously prepare your digital files to ensure they meet all technical requirements for your chosen printing method. Our process includes checking and correcting resolution, color modes, bleeds, margins, and font embedding to eliminate potential issues before they reach the press.

We work with all standard file formats and can convert between formats as needed while maintaining the highest quality standards. Whether you're providing native design files or print-ready PDFs, we verify and optimize every element for the best possible output.

File Preparation Services

  • File format conversion and optimization
  • Resolution checking and image enhancement
  • Color mode conversion (RGB to CMYK)
  • Bleed and margin setup
  • Font embedding and outline conversion
  • Image retouching and color correction
  • File compression and optimization
  • Print specification compliance checking

Technical Specifications

File Formats

PDF, AI, PSD, INDD, EPS, TIFF, JPG

Resolution

300 dpi for print, 600+ dpi for fine detail

Color Mode

CMYK for process color, Spot colors for special inks

Bleed

3mm minimum bleed on all sides

Color Management

Precise Color Reproduction

Color accuracy is crucial for maintaining brand consistency and ensuring your printed materials match your expectations. Our advanced color management techniques use ICC profiles, color calibration, and professional proofing to ensure consistent and accurate color reproduction across all print materials.

We manage the entire color workflow from screen to press, ensuring that what you see on your monitor closely matches what will be printed. Our color experts understand how different papers, inks, and printing methods affect color appearance and can make precise adjustments to achieve the desired results.

Color Management Services

  • ICC profile implementation and management
  • Color correction and matching
  • Spot color specification and management
  • Press proofing and color approval
  • Quality control checks throughout production
  • Color consistency across multiple print runs
  • Brand color system development
  • Printer calibration and characterization

Our Color Management Process

1

Assessment

Evaluating color requirements and print specifications

2

Calibration

Calibrating monitors and proofing devices

3

Conversion

Converting RGB to CMYK with appropriate ICC profiles

4

Proofing

Creating accurate soft or hard proofs for approval

5

Verification

Press checks and quality control during printing

6

File Ready

Now file is ready eather for printing or plate making or gravure cylinder making depending on your type of printing choice.

Preflight Checking

Comprehensive File Inspection

Preflight checking is our systematic process of inspecting files to identify and resolve potential issues before they go to press. This crucial step saves time, reduces costs, and prevents printing problems that could compromise the quality of your final product.

We use both automated preflight software and manual inspection by experienced prepress technicians to examine every aspect of your files. This dual approach ensures that we catch both technical issues and visual problems that automated systems might miss.

Preflight Checking Services

  • Font and image embedding verification
  • Resolution and color space checking
  • Bleed, trim, and safety margin validation
  • Print specification compliance checking
  • Image compression and quality assessment
  • Color separation verification
  • Trapping requirements evaluation
  • Error reporting and correction guidance

Preflight Checklist

Document Setup

  • Correct page size and orientation
  • Proper bleeds and margins
  • Color mode appropriate for output
  • Fonts properly embedded or outlined

Images & Graphics

  • Sufficient resolution (300+ dpi)
  • Correct color mode (CMYK/RGB)
  • Proper image compression
  • No RGB images in CMYK documents

Text & Fonts

  • Fonts embedded or converted to outlines
  • No missing font warnings
  • Text readability and proper formatting
  • No overset text or formatting issues

Output Requirements

  • Correct printer marks
  • Proper color separation setup
  • Trapping requirements met
  • File named appropriately

Digital Proofing

Accurate Proofing Solutions

Digital proofing allows you to see exactly how your final printed piece will appear before it goes to press. We provide accurate soft proofs (onscreen) and hard proofs (physical samples) that show color, layout, and content with precision, allowing for informed approval and reducing the risk of costly errors.

Our proofing systems are calibrated to match our printing equipment, ensuring that what you see on the proof closely matches the final printed result. We also offer remote proofing solutions for clients who need to review proofs from different locations.

Proofing Services

  • Soft proofing (onscreen digital proofs)
  • Hard proofing (physical printed samples)
  • Contract proofs for color-critical work
  • Remote proofing solutions
  • Proof annotation and revision tracking
  • Color-accurate monitor calibration
  • Proof approval workflow management
  • Archive and record keeping of all proofs

Proofing Options

Soft Proofs

Digital proofs viewed on calibrated monitors

  • Quick turnaround
  • Cost-effective
  • Ideal for layout approval
  • Environmentally friendly

Hard Proofs

Physical proofs printed on proofing devices

  • Tangible representation
  • Better color accuracy
  • Ideal for final approval
  • Shows paper and finish effects

Contract Proofs

Color-critical proofs that serve as a contract

  • Highest color accuracy
  • Legally binding for color matching
  • Used for critical brand colors
  • Printed on actual production paper

Ensure flawless printing with our expert prepress services

Let us handle the technical details so you can focus on your creative vision

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