Will the specialty printer recycle? Printers use tons of paper a year. Talk to a specialty printer that is dedicated to using recycled paper. Recycling takes many forms. Will the specialty printer re-use boxes? Will the specialty printer produce note pads from scrap paper? Do they re-use shrink wrap for packing? Do they reuse cartons and pallets from incoming supplies? Will the specialty printer recycle cans and plastic containers?
Will the specialty printer reuse scrap sheets for their set up stock? Most of these things reduce the carbon footprint of the specialty printer, and save you money, because of lowered costs.
As an example, Berea Printing has established itself as a collection site to take scrap paper of all forms. Since 1995 Berea Printing has saved 4,234 trees because of it's dedication to paper recycling.
Buying from a local specialty printer is a smart investment. Shipping paper is expensive. Choosing a local specialty printer will get you better service (because of no shipping time) and will save you money. Should you live in the Cleveland area, Berea Printing will be a fine option for you.
Which plate making process could the specialty printer use? Do thy use harmful chemicals or just plain clean tap water? Do they print with eco-friendly vegetable oil based inks? Will the specialty printer try to minimize using petroleum based inks?
Will your specialty printer offer a wide range of product? For example, do they print booklets, brochures, business cards, carbonless forms, envelopes, flyers, folders, labels, letterheads? Do they offer custom newsletters, mailing services, self mailers, sell sheets, and posters?
Do they use a four color process and digital printing?
The answers to these questions will steer you to the best local family owned specialty printer for you.
Author Resource:-
Jeff Dettmer is the manager of Berea Printing. The address is 188 Front Street, Berea Ohio 44017
Their phone number is 1-440-243-1080. They serve the Cleveland and Berea Ohio area.
The family printing company was founded by Richard and Jim (Richard's son) Dettmer in 1967.
You may go to their website to get additional information at http://www.clevelandohioprinting.com Be sure to check out http://www.local-shopping-guides-reviews-and-articles.com