Some suggestions for ACOs & ACGs when buying print
ACE has a pool of approved print suppliers for litho and digital work, one of which is dedicated to printing letterheads, comp slips and business cards. If you require contact details, quotes, general information or advice on any process or piece of material for production please contact Fiona Meade 020 8765 7330
Find a printer you can build a relationship with. Ideally you need to be in a position where you can trust the printer in relation to quality control and pricing.
Does the printer have an in-house design studio?
It's essential the printer understands artwork and is able to accommodate last minute changes.
Delivery
Does the printer have a designated delivery driver?
Are you paying too much for basic stationery?
Find a printer who specialises in low volume single or two colour stationery jobs.
Read quotations carefully
If you have any queries don't be afraid to ask and don't be afraid to ask for a revised price.
Cheap and cheerful!
Don't always go for the cheapest price. If it's a supplier you've not used previously ask to see samples of similar work they've done. If you're not convinced, don't use them.
Full colour work
Ask to see a cromalin or equivalent if monies allow as they are the nearest you will get to seeing the finished item, a digital or colour laser proof will be you next option.
Paper
There are two types of paper we recommend you use for your materials - Printspeed is the uncoated and Satimat the coated. If your printer is unable to obtain these papers from their paper merchants you can buy them from our approved supplier Antalis. In order for you to make the right choice and to avoid disappointment later on, ACE can send you samples of jobs printed on both these papers.
Do you doubt the colour?
Always supply your printer with a copy of our brand guidelines booklet or refer them to the brand website so they can work to the correct specifications and splits for spot and process work. You will notice a variation between the same colour depending on the material you print it onto, the uncoated paper will have a flatter look to it, where as the coated will be more vibrant.
