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Print production can be confusing, but we think that the graphic below is a helpful guide to our process — from design to delivery. Click each icon below to read more about each step.

Close box Project Planning

When you are ready to begin a new print or packaging project, contact your Impressions representative to begin the planning process.

Close box Package Engineering

Whether you need an exact copy of an existing structure or a new, innovative packaging solution, our package engineering team will deliver a creative, cost-effective design.

Close box Graphic Design

We can tweak existing artwork or refresh your brand's look. In-depth knowledge of printing allows us to use special techniques and coatings to differentiate your product and correctly build files for printing.

Close box Pre-Press

When your artwork is finalized, we send it to our pre-press department to impose it on a layout and ensure the file is print-ready.

Close box Artwork Proofing

After the artwork is verified, our pre-press department will output proofs for your approval in the format of your choice.

Close box Print Production

We create memorable products through lithographic sheet-fed printing. Our presses range from 20" - 41" and 1 to 7 colors with various coating capabilities, including UV, aqueous and varnish.

Close box Machine Finishing

We maintain a full machine-finishing department. Our capabilities include:

  • Die cutting
  • Finishg cutting
  • Collating
  • Binding
  • Windowing
  • Folding
  • Pick-n-place (tipping)
  • Folding & gluing
Close box Fulfillment

We offer fulfilmment services like kitting, mailing, and inventory management systems like JIT and Kanban with the goal of minimizing your inventory and manufacturing costs.

Close box Distribution

We ship to any location in the Twin Cities metro area at no charge. Outside the metro, we ship at the best available price.

Close box Feedback & Follow-Up

After shipment, your sales representative will follow-up with you to be sure you are satisfed. This is a great time to review the process or discuss your next project with Impressions

Process circle Customer Service Project Planning Package Engineering Graphic Design Pre-Press Artwork Proofing Pressroom Machine Finishing Fulfillment Distribution Feedback & Follow-Up