Image Factory: Print Media Options

Print Media Options
Image Factory offers printing services in nearly all forms of media, thereby providing comprehensive print management for its clients. This minimizes supplier management for the customer and reduces overall complexity for project completion. Below is a list of some of the key conventional methods of print available for which IFI holds considerable experience.

Offset Printing
Traditional offset printing remains the most cost effective solution for mid to high quantities of product literature. IFI’s trusted printing partners, Stereo Printers and New West Press are relied upon to provide personal service, competitive pricing and attention to detail. IFI can provide all forms of print media estimates including: business cards, stationery, catalogues, inserts, packaging, posters and presentation folders. Available print quality varies widely in the marketplace. IFI can ensure that the finished output meets or exceeds the expectations of the customer while meeting budgetary targets and timelines.

Digital Printing
Image Factory has been on the leading edge of digital printing since its introduction in the early 90’s. In 1993, IFI introduced a Fiery / Kodak combination for digital colour output followed by a FieryXJ / Mita. Now, the quality and flexibility of paper stock is astounding. IFI has a strong business relationship with Graphic Zoo to provide superior digital printing options from their newly installed Xerox DocuColour Pro. With duplexing, oversize and full bleed capabilities, short run colour output is viable option to limit expenditure for quantities of up to 300 or in some cases 500 compared to traditional offset printing.

Digital Photography
The evolution of digital cameras have fundamentally changed the cost structure of product-based catalogs and photo-realistic print media. However, the fundamentals of professional photography remain the same – good lighting, proper exposure and shutter speeds are still necessary to provide ideal shots. IFI has significant experience in both traditional and digital photography as well as extensive Adobe Photoshop skills to ensure consistently vibrant photo images for your project.

Labels + Packaging
IFI holds over a decade of experience in designing and preparing artwork for labels and product packaging. From creative development, product photography and digital file preparation, IFI continues to provide affordable, yet compelling product packaging solutions for its clients. The preparation of artwork for packaging is unique and highly technical, particularly when dealing with overprints, layering and flexography. IFI ensures that the corporate ID and collateral branding is properly matched to the specific demands of label, plastic and packaging media..

Digital Prepress
Digital prepress runs deep in the lifeline of Image Factory. Originally launched as a digital service bureau in 1993, IFI offers unparalleled prepress services for creative agencies. Though often ignored or misunderstood, digital prepress is the technical preparation and electronic proofing of files to ensure that they match the intentions of the graphic designer and meet the technical requirements of the end printer. Professional preflight, trapping and colour balancing using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop are evident in all print management projects handled by IFI.