An introductory-level text not only covers the basics of conventional image assembly, or stripping, but also focuses on state-of-the-art electronic image assembly practices and procedures.

Understanding Digital Imposition

Arts & Photography

Hal Hinderliter

Hinderliter, Hal

Graphic Design

Gatfpress

Adams, Richard M., Weisberg, Joshua, Adams, Richard

The Gatf Practical Guide to Color Management

Adams II, Richard M. and Joshua B. Weisberg

Designed for anyone needing a greater understanding of the screen printing process, describes screen printing and compares it to the other major printing processes. In addition, the book divides screen printing into its main components-e.g., image carrier, printing presses-and each is discussed extensively.

Screen Printing Primer

Samuel Ingram

Ingram, Samuel T.

Reference

Paper is the most expensive material used in a printing plant, so if you don't know enough about paper, you could lose money on every job you print. Learn everything from properties applicable to printability, runnability, and end use to paper handling and protection, paper conversion tables and formulas, and more.

What the Printer Should Know About Paper

Science & Math

Wilson, Lawrence A.

Lawrence A. Wilson

Technology

On-Demand and Digital Printing Primer

Computers & Technology

Romano, Frank

Fenton, Howard M.

Adams, Dr Richard M

Software

Daily interaction with clients is not just necessary but key to differentiating a printer from its competitors. Good customer service is achieved only when people from all departments--from sales to estimating to manufacturing--are trained to understand each other's problems better, work together, and maintain a smooth workflow.

Customer Service in the Printing Industry

Business & Money

Richard E. Colbary

Economics

This important reference on chemistry as it relates to the major printing processes and photography, platemaking, paper, and ink includes coverage of pH and conductivity, water purification, digital proofing, inkjet printing, and chemical safety.

Chemistry for the Graphic Arts

Nelson R. Eldred

Detailed but not overly technical, this book casts light on all aspects of the direct mail process, including planning, preproduction, and postproduction matters and is filled with technical tips, samples and illustrations.

Direct Mail Pal: A Direct Mail Production Handbook

John Leonard

T.J. Tedesco

Terry Woods

Ken Boone

Marketing & Sales

This primer explores the basics of modern bindery work as a vital, interdependent part of the print production process, especially for new and future bindery workers. It looks at the whoe process from design through printing to bindery, including materials handling, trimming and cutting, types of folding, various binding options, paper considerations, and other finishing techniques.

At the Finishing Line: A Primer for New Bindery Workers

Frances Wieloch

From the Inside Flap\nThree buzz phrasesconsolidation, international competition, and soft demandcharacterize the recent business environment, including that of the printing industry. So how does a printer distinguish itself in such an environment, both to the customer and on the bottom line? To Be a Profitable Printer explores a business theory and management approach that spells success, and the author underscores these elements with plenty of real-life examples and present-day scenarios that can be applied to your own business. 
In addition to the relevance of technological changes, this book focuses on five areas requiring attention by todays printer: maximizing industry megatrends, applying five business principles for success and profitability, instilling a culture of quality, assessing risks and planning for them, and operating with a sense of action. To Be a Profitable Printer invites you to look beyond the familiar issues of training, value-added services, and changing media and to recognize the value in managing well in a world of constant change. Learn how to make accountability, mission awareness, customer integration, quality, and preparation your new business mantras.

To Be a Profitable Printer

Michael Moffitt

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