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• Producing Casebound Books (Hardcover Books) 2014-02-24

  The sequence of steps in binding hardcover books is shown in Figure 6-1. These steps remain the same whether books are bound by hand or by machine. FOLDING SIGNATURES AND ENDSHEETS. Large printed sheets are first folded to form signatures. A signature is a single sheet of paper folded to a certain number of pages. For ...

• The Thickness of Printing Paper List 2013-09-05

  Name Thickness/mm Name Thickness/mm 80gsm art paper 0.065 105gsm matt coated paper 0.09 105gsm art paper 0.085 128gsm matt coated paper 0.12 128gsm art paper 0.105 157gsm matt coated paper 0.16 157gsm art paper 0.135 200gsm matt coated paper 0.19 200gsm art paper 0.17 210gsm matt coated paper 0.21 210gsm art paper 0.19...

• Perfect Binding - for booklet, catalog, book, magazine, etc. 2013-09-04

  Perfect Binding Process Sewn Binding Process Perfect binding is often used, and gives a result similar to paperback books. National Geographic is one example of this type. Paperback or soft cover books are also normally bound using perfect binding. They usually consist of various sections with a cover made from heavier...

• Saddle Stitch Binding - for booklet, catalog, magazine 2013-08-30

  Fold the impression (cut or uncut) into several folds according to page number and sequence. The fold with multi-pages is called a signature of book-block. After collocating the folded signatures into volumes by order and combine them, it is called saddle stitching. Impression→folding→collating→wrappering→saddle st...

• Glossy Art Paper - for booklet, catalog, flyer, poster, postcard, etc. 2013-08-29

  Quality and rather heavy two-side coated printing paper with smooth surface. The reproduction of fine screen single- and multicolor pictures ("art on paper") requires a paper that has an even, well closed surface and a uniform ink absorption.

• Common Problems in Color Separation (Expanded English Version) 2025-11-20

  Color separation plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate and high-quality printing output. Below are the common issues frequently encountered during the color-separation process and the challenges they may introduce: 1. Insufficient image resolution Low-resolution files result in blurred or jagged printed images. The...

• Considerations for Imposition in Packaging Box Printing 2025-11-19

  1. Single-Page Printed Materials When imposing single-page prints, leave a 6 mm bleed at the center joining area (vertical center line). This means each page should have a 3 mm bleed on all four sides (requires two cutting passes). Note: If your print material does not contain full-bleed images, backgrounds, or pattern...

• Three Methods of Imposition in Printing 2025-11-18

  In offset printing, multiple pages or multiple jobs are often imposed onto a large printing sheet to improve efficiency and reduce production costs. There are three common methods of double-sided imposition: Work & Turn, Work & Tumble, and Work & Back. The main difference lies in how the sheet is handled after the firs...

• Common Issues and Solutions for Converting Spot Colors to CMYK Printing 2025-11-17

  Q: Many customers request converting spot colors to CMYK to reduce printing costs, yet still want the final print to match a specific Pantone color. This often creates challenges during prepress and the actual printing process. What are the best ways to handle this situation while meeting customer expectations as much ...

• How to Effectively Present Embossing & Debossing Effects in Print Design 2025-11-11

  In print design, embossing and debossing (also known as relief or raised printing) are special techniques that can significantly enhance the tactile and visual quality of printed materials. However, many designers focus solely on the visual aspect of embossing, neglecting specific production requirements. This often le...