Here are just a few things we have been doing for commercial printers for over 25 years.

Folding

We like to tell our customers that they can “stop thinking in right angles”. In other words, we’ve become experts in folding printing jobs in an almost unlimited variety of ways. Not only can we do standard folds such as half, accordion, gate, French and letter folds, Post Press thrives on offering folding solutions for the most complex and difficult jobs.

Collating and Gathering

Need collating help? We will be happy to help. We can gather and collate all jobs, big or small. Nothing is too complex for Post press to handle. After gathering and collating we can offer the perfect binding solution when needed.

Binding

We’ve become experts in binding services. Here are a few of the techniques Post Press can help you with.

• Perfect Binding: Pages are fixed to a cover or spine using glue. This process is commonly used for paperback books, magazines, telephone guides etc.
• Saddle-stitching: Pages are bound by driving staples through the center of the spine of folded sheets. This wire binding technique is commonly used for magazines, newsletters, small catalogs, but is limited in the number of pages that can be bound.
• Plastic Spiral Binding: a book or notebook binding in which a continuous spiral wire or plastic strip is passed through holes along one edge.
• Wire O: A continuous wire is threaded through holes drilled or punched into a stack of sheets. Spiral binding is typically used for notebooks.
• Loose-leaf binding: A set of holes is drilled in a stack of sheets which are then inserted into standard or customized ring binders or post binders. This binding technique is used for notebooks, presentations, financial reports, manuals or any other type of publication that require frequent updating.
• Padding: the binding of a stack of sheets are bound using a flexible adhesive so that the sheets can easily be removed. Notepad are a typical example of padding.

Foil stamping

Foils can be a real “game changer” when applied to book or magazines covers. Studies show that foil stamping can add up to 45% engagement with end users. This is especially true for foils that reflect light and add a silvery or golden glow. We will be happy to show you how we can enhance your jobs.

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Die cutting

Have you met our new Young Shin 57” Die-cutter yet? If not, give us a call at 816-257-1919 and we’ll be happy to show you around. You’ll be astounded at what this piece of equipment can do. We can almost die cut any shape imaginable. We’ve never met a rhombus, trapezoid or decagon we didn’t like.

Gluing and Tipping

Need to apply an adhesive on a printed piece? Need to affix a product on a direct mail offering? Post Press can help. Our experts can provide you with the perfect solution for your next gluing or tipping project.

Post Press has been serving commercial printers for over twenty years. Call us today at 816-257-1919 and we’ll be happy to help you “finish strong”.

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Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says, ‘Make me feel important.’ Not only will you succeed in sales, you will succeed in life.  -Mary Kay Ash

We all know that in the ultra competitive environment of commercial printing, keeping your customers happy is critical to the long-term success of any business. Retaining a high retention rate within your existing customer base is the foundation of all outstanding and prosperous enterprises. While this would seem like common sense, many businesses fall short and ultimately fail because they don’t have a winning strategy to enhance and cultivate customer loyalty.

At Post Press Specialties, we’re all about building long lasting relationships with our customers. Throughout our almost twenty five years of service to the commercial printing industry, we’ve found that great customer service, engagement and integrity are more than just the right things to do – they are also good for business.

We would like to share our “Great Eight” best practices and invite you to share some of yours.

1. Values

Research from the Corporate Executive Board that included 7,000 consumers from across the U.S. found that of those consumers who said they had a strong relationship with a brand, 64 percent cited shared values as the primary reason. If you want loyal customers, you need to create real connections with them. While we’re one of the largest binderies in the Midwest, we’ve never lost our “small town” sensibility. Our doors are always open. Call Post Press Specialties at 816-257-1919 and we’ll be happy to take you on a tour of our plant.

2. It’s not just sales, it’s education

In a recent research study from TARP Worldwide, they found that customers enjoy receiving helpful recommendations on new information and products that will help them achieve better results. We especially love to show our customers ways to reduce costs while keeping the integrity and outstanding quality of their print jobs intact. There isn’t a week that goes by that we don’t suggest a better (and often less expensive) way to finish a print piece.

3. Customers enjoy businesses who know them

Numerous behavioral psychology studies have shown that everybody views their service experience as more positive when they don’t feel rushed or ignored. We have a personal relationship with all of our customers, big or small. We’ve become good friends with many of our clients.

4. Teamwork

Countless case studies have made one thing clear when it comes to creating an efficient support system: You need to keep everybody in the loop. We pride ourselves on having many checks and balances during our quality control processes.

5. Don’t run and hide from your mistakes

We’re not perfect. However, we know that when something does go wrong an apology isn’t enough. We take ownership of our errors and make it right. Commercial printing is a tough industry and we know what it takes to succeed. When mistakes do occur, we painstakingly search for the reason and correct our processes so it doesn’t happen again.

6. We listen

Over the past twenty-five years, we’ve gotten to know what commercial printers need. Post Press Specialties has become one of the largest binderies in the Midwest by listening to our customers. We pride ourselves on offering the most up to date finishing techniques by investing in our equipment and workforce.

7. We’re constantly upgrading

We never settle. We’re constantly adding new equipment to better serve the commercial printing industry. We’re especially excited with our two most recent additions: MGI Jet Varnish 3D Spot UV Coater and Young Shin 57” Die Cutter. Give us a call at 816-257-1919 and we’ll be happy to show you what these powerful machines can do.

8. All our customers are VIP’s

We are committed to treating all of our customers, big or small, exactly the same. It doesn’t matter if you have a $100 or a $1,000,000 job. We’ll offer the same level of professionalism and expertise to everyone.

There are many tactics, but no shortcuts; we know that we can’t “hack” a business relationship. Offering the most comprehensive finishing services to the commercial printing industry is our mission. Call us at 816-257-1919 and we’ll be happy to discuss ways that we can help. “Finishing Strong” is all we do.

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Basic Half Fold – (also known as a book  fold) is constructed by folding an 8.5” x 11”, 8.5” x 14”, 11” x 17” or 11” x 25.5” sheet of paper once, creating two equal halves.

Classic Tri-Fold – A tri-fold is formed from one sheet is folded twice (in different lines between them, vertical and parallel) to form three pages, this is why it is called “tri-fold”. These three pages have two sides, which mean that the total pages that are available are six.

Gatefold – is a document folding method that uses two parallel folds to create six panels – three panels on each side of the paper. The left and right panels are roughly half the width of the center panels and fold inward to meet in the middle without overlapping. Sometimes a Gatefolded piece is folded inward one more time, along a central crease. This method is called a Closed Gatefold or Double Gatefold.

Four Panel Fold – is formed when the document is creased three times, usually equidistant from each other. This is perfect for promotional leaflets and programs.

Double Gatefold – In double gatefolds there are three parallel folds. The left and right edges of the paper fold and meet in the middle, without overlapping, along a center fold. Some menus might use a double gatefold or a modified version where the outer panels are one-half to one-quarter the size of the inner panels.

Z-Fold – A Z-fold brochure—also known as a fan fold or zig zag fold brochure—is constructed by folding an 8.5” x 11”, 8.5” x 14”, 11” x 17” or 11” x 25.5” sheet of paper twice in the shape of the letter “Z”. This is perfect for mailing and “quick glance” handouts.

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Four-Panel Accordion Fold – This is the four panel version of the previously mentioned “Z” fold. It makes a nice presentation. Zigzag type of fold, opens in the manner of an accordion, permitting the paper to be extended to its full size with a single pull. Perfect for travel brochures direct-mail pieces.

Four-Panel Roll Fold – Similar to the four panel accordion fold, 3 parallel folds are made creating 4 equal panels. An inward “rolling” fold is perfect for step-by-step and tutorial information pieces.

Die-Cut Z-Fold – Just like the regular Z-Fold this piece is constructed folding a sheet of paper twice in the form of the Letter “Z”. Die-cutting the shape of the sheet is a great way for designers to stylize their projects. Our Young Shin Die-Cutter can handle virtually every shape and size. Perfect for trade shows and booth hand-outs.

Five Panel Accordion Fold – this is the five panel version of the four panel featured above. Perfect for travel brochures. Post Press Specialties is your go-to place for intricate folding projects, like the five panel accordion fold.

Tri-Fold plus Half-Fold – Folding your piece with a half fold then a tri- fold allows you to to design a large flat sheet in panels and sections plus multiple sides that unfold with a directed narrative while taking up the same amount of room as traditional tri-fold brochures. This process is perfect for maps, charts and large diagrams.

Eight Panel Roll Fold – Same technique as the four panel roll fold, but double the fun! Post Press Specialties has the equipment necessary to create these impressive pieces. The eight panel is perfect for promotional booklets.

Sixteen Panel Fold – The possibilities are endless with the sixteen panel fold. We’ve worked with commercial printers and designers throughout the midwest and have created some amazing pieces.

Picking the right fold for your project requires expertise. Post Press Specialties will be happy to guide you through the process. Call Post Press Specialties, one of the midwest’s largest bindery at 816-257-1919 today. We’ve been helping commercial printers “Finish Strong” for over two decades.

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