Get Festive with Foil Stamping

Could your logo use an updated color scheme for the season? Could your direct mail use a little holiday cheer? Make your direct mail and other printed materials stand out and sparkle with eye-catching print finishing techniques like foil stamping.

This time of year is a great time to consider foil stamping for all your Lacrosse area business’ needs. And, Larkin is here to provide your business with this beautiful print finishing technique. Foil stamping is one of the most popular and elegant ways to add that extra bit of interest in what you send out. Larkin Industry’s foil stamping option offers a variety of color choices so that you can match your materials to your logo or spruce them up with some holiday colors. Combine foil stamping with embossing for an added touch of elegance. Foil stamping is a budget friendly approach for spicing up business cards, brochures, presentation folders, note cards and so much more. There are many kinds of foil stamping that can help give your print materials an extra festive flare, like:

Matte. These look great when you are going for a subtle look of elegance. These are perfect for direct mail, business cards, holiday party invitations and the like.

Metallic. For shimmer and shine, metallic foils cannot be beat. Sending out your yearly holiday look book? Hosting your annual holiday party or benefit? Make your print pieces or invitations shine with foil stamping! Choose from a plethora of colors for shiny, metallic wreaths, ornaments, snow flakes or other accents. Research shows that by adding gold foil printing or other elements, recipients assume your material is of a higher value and quality.

Holographic. This type of foil stamping can be used to transfer a holographic image onto your printed materials. Special Effects. Go for luxurious! Why not choose a special effects foil that resembles marble, woodgrain, leather or even pearl-like finishes?

Whichever style you choose, foil stamping is the ideal way to show off your business’ holiday spirit. It should be noted that while foil stamping can be used on a long list of printed materials, there are a few scenarios that will not work regardless of the printed medium. These include not being used over the score mark of a folded item and not trying to foil stamp with font weights that are smaller than 8 pt. or with very intricate lines.

Make your print materials merry and bright! Give us a call today at 651-645-6000 or Contact Us for more information on foil stamping near Lacrosse. We look forward to working with you!

Folding & Gluing: What is it and What Can it Do for Me?

When you understand the folding and gluing process you will better be able to choose the right design and technique for your unique brand and its products. Folding and gluing brings your packaging, folder or envelope design together. It is used to convert a flat sheet into a finished product, such as an envelope, box or promotional item. And, depending on the type of folding, different shapes and styles can emerge.

As a brand manager or business owner in Rochester, folding and gluing is an essential technique that can help you make the most out of your packaging and materials. At Larkin Industries, we specialize in several print finishing techniques, including folding and gluing. And, we would like to take some time to discuss this interesting process and its many great benefits.

Do you have a promotional sale or new collection coming out? Folding and gluing is a great way to get the news out there!  Folding and gluing allows the customer to add dimension to an otherwise flat piece of cardboard or paper. This allows other items to be placed inside. And, it is also great for promotional pieces, making them more interesting and eye-catching so they are more likely to stand out. Folding and gluing can be performed on a variety of materials including paper, cardboard and certain plastics. Some promotional items that can benefit greatly from folding and gluing include:

• Envelopes and packages
• Pocket folders
• Custom mailers
• Side seam, auto-bottom and product cartons
• And more

Larkin Industries can even create a special piece unique to your business. Or, we have pre-made layouts available for you to choose from. We want to make this process as easy for you as possible! Just let us know what you want done and we will find a way to make it happen! We have the technology and equipment to perform all of your print finishing efficiently and cost-effectively.

Folding and gluing from Larkin Industries gives you:

• On-time delivery of your final product
• Worry-free completion of unusual and/or complex projects
• Cost effective finishing touches
• A one-stop-shop for a complete folding and gluing project
• Quality, ISO 9001:2008 certified service

Are you interested in learning more about folding and gluing for your Rochester business? Feel free to visit with us for more information on what we can do to help your business. Call Larkin Industries at 651-645-6000, or you can Contact Us.

It’s Easy Being Green: How Print is Much Greener than You Think

Where do your perceptions of print come from? Over the years, there have been many misunderstandings about the impact of paper on the environment. Internet and digital media companies would like you to believe that manufacturing paper contributes to the destruction of forests. But, there are many facts one should consider before jumping to this conclusion. As a company providing print finishing for Duluth and a certified “Great Printer,” we not only understand the value of print but also the many benefits of using best practices in order to minimize our environmental impact. We would like to provide you with a few facts about paper and let you know about the steps we take as a print finishing company. For example, Americans recycle! According to the American Forest & Paper Association, 66.8% of paper consumed in the United States in 2011 was recovered for recycling. 

And, according to the Earth Observatory, trees from tropical forests are not specifically harvested for paper and of all the trees cut from the world’s forests, 53% is used for fuel, 28% is used for lumber and only 11% is used for the paper industry.

At Larkin Industries, we are a certified “Greater Printer” as part of Printing Industry Midwest’s Environmental Initiative. This requires a comprehensive audit of the company’s environmental practices as well as health and safety compliance measures. Our environmental commitment includes extensive material recycling, proper chemical disposal as well as an emphasis on energy efficiency and resource conservation. We not only implement an automated electricity reduction program but metered water use as well.

It is important to offer what your customer wants. And, did you know that 64% of people say they wouldn’t choose a company that didn’t offer a paper bill option? So don’t get rid of your print program entirely. Print offers many great benefits for your marketing strategy, billing department and more. Digital internet ads come and go, so much so they’ve become background noise. With printed media, your advertisement will be around for much longer and offer a more lasting impression. 

There are so many reasons to choose print finishing for your business. Print is actually much greener than you might think. Paper is recyclable, renewable and sustainable. So spread the word! And, if you would like more information about our environmentally-friendly print finishing in Duluth, give us a call today at 651-645-6000 or Request a Quote. 

Shrink Wrapping: Questions & Benefits

We believe shrink wrapping to be one of the best methods of document protection and document presentation there is. Looking into adding a new finishing touch to your print project? Larkin Industries offers Shrink Wrapping for Minneapolis. In fact, it’s one our specialties! We are the trusted name in not only shrink wrapping but all print finishing. To help you with your future shrink wrapping needs, the professionals at Larkin Industries have provided some shrink wrapping benefits and frequently asked questions for you to learn more:

Q: What exactly is shrink wrapping?

There are many different kinds of shrink wrapping uses, but basically it is the combination of plastic film and heat to enclose an item. The actual shrink wrapping process is done by wrapping an item or document with the plastic film first and then adding heat. The heat helps the plastic film to shrink and to tightly seal the product. 

 Q: Is it safe?

Yes, when properly applied by the professionals at Larkin Industries, shrink wrapping will not harm your document or item. Each member of our team of experts is fully trained in the best and most efficient ways to shrink wrap your ever-important items. We are committed to staying current on best practices for all print service and we are proactive when it comes to improving our quality control measures.

Q: What are the major benefits of shrink wrapping?

Shrink wrapping can not only save storage space and money, it can also serve as protection against tampering. How? By encasing your document in the transparent plastic film you will be able to tell if it has been altered or interfered with it.  Some additional benefits include:

• Ideal for archival storage of papers
• Added organization
• A more appealing and eye-catching product
• Protects products during handling
• Holds product in place
• Superior durability

There are so many unique benefits to shrink wrapping your finished print project. Are you interested in learning more about shrink wrapping services in Minneapolis? Call Larkin Industries at 651-645-6000, or contact us for a Free Quote!