Foil Stamping & Embossing

Werner Printing & Engraving offers a wide variety of options when it comes to foil embossing your design. Foil embossing and foil stamping are the processes by which a heated die is pressed into foil. This causes the foil to adhere to a variety of papers. Foil embossing or foil stamping your design can be combined with many other processes we offer here at Werner Printing such as engraving, digital printing, thermography, and die-cutting.

Products that commonly use foil embossing and foil stamping:

• Business cards: Black stock accompanied by metallic, white or gold foil is by far our most popular request.
• Wedding Invitation Suites: Save-The-Dates, Invitations, RSVPs, Reception Cards, Direction Cards, Accommodations Cards, Thank You cards, Menus, programs, & table cards
• Envelopes: Personal stationery, commercial stationery, and custom sizes
• Certificates/Diplomas
• Seals
• Letterheads
• Custom Marketing Materials
• Post Cards
• Notecards
• Memo Pads

Embossing, Debossing, and Blind Embossing; what is the difference?

Embossing uses a die in combination with foil to press a design into paper, which causes the image to scale above the paper. Debossing is when the image sinks into the paper. If foil is not used in combination with the die, this is considered blind embossing or blind debossing. Whether you are combining foil with the die, embossing or debossing is a remarkable way to make your design stand out.

Available types of foils with varied finishes and colors that we offer:
• Matte: This can be an option if you are looking for subtlety and legibility.
• Metallic Silver or Gold: Recommended if you desire something really eye-catching.
• Gloss: Recommended for logos such as those on pocket folders or brochures. This finish is best for anything not requiring a fine type or intricate detail.
• Clear: Offers a subtle yet classy look to your finished product; commonly requested on the back of business cards to leave an understated but lasting impression with your clients.

Have a report or book that you need finishing and binding? Werner Printing has the capability to print, bind and ship your project. We have many binding and finishing options, as well as multiple guillotine cutters, scoring, folding, perforation and binding machines for your project. Once your project is completed, we have multiple shipping options to get it where it needs to be.

Finishing Options

Cutting

• We have multiple guillotine cutters to handle your cutting and trimming needs.
• Our machines are programmable and handle a high volume of orders per day.

Scoring, Folding & Perforation Machines

• For products on a heavier stock that require folding, scoring is highly recommended as it makes breakage along the seam less common, depending on your paper stock of choice and ink coverage.
• For products that need perforation, please note, all perforations must go across the entire sheet and we only do a maximum of two perforations per sheet.

Die-cutting

• A die is formed from your specific artwork or requests.
• This die is then used to cut that specific shape into the paper of your choice.
• Die-cutting makes any piece stand-out; from pocket folders to business cards, we can die-cut your project to your specifications.
• We can die-cut on sheets up to 10” x 13”.
Round-Cornering/Angle Cuts/Straight Cuts
• Add more detail to your business card or printed piece by adding, 1, 2, or 4 cuts to the corners with an angled cut.
• Give your project a more classic look with rounded corners.
• Adding cuts to your piece can make your project stand-out amongst the competition.
Saddle Stitching/Corner Stitching
• Our digital press has saddle stitching options. Please discuss specifics with our sales staff.
Edge-Painting
• Werner Printing can paint the edge of your project (business cards, notecards or invitations) in any PMS color of your choice.
• We edge-paint using a gravity fed airbrush. We also have a compressor-fed airbrush for larger quantities.
• Edge-painting your project can make it more attractive to the eye which will in turn, result in longer possession by your clients or recipients.

Varnishing

• Similar to lamination but is a coating that is applied during the printing process; not after.
• Makes printed pieces last longer.
• Prevents ink from offsetting onto other sheets or onto skin.
• Used for printed items that contain solid color backgrounds.

Lamination

• Film is applied to the printed item after the printing process.
• Makes the printed item last longer.
• We do offer different types including soft-touch laminations; please discuss specifics with our sales staff.

Assembly Options

Gluing

• We can make your business cards thicker by using multiple sheets glued together.

Collating

• We can make sure all pages in your project are in the correct order.

Inserting

• We can insert printed pieces into envelopes for mass mailers.

Folding

• Folding is either done on the machines or by hand depending on size and quantity.
• Several choices to choose from: single fold, tri-fold, letter fold, fan fold, double parallel fold, French fold and engineering fold.

Bindery Options

Plastic Coil

• Durable and flexible.
• Allows product to wrap around page-by-page.
• Comes in a variety of colors and sizes to fit your project.

GBC Combs

• Excellent for binding books and other documents
• Comes in a variety of colors and sizes to fit your project.
• Durable and flexible
• Allows product to lay flat; GBC combs are also called “lay-flat” combs for this reason.

Padding

• We offer chipboard backing in various weights.
• Provides reliable tear-off for each sheet
• NCR padding available

Shrinkwrapping

• Heat is applied to a plastic layer causing it to shrink around your printed item.
• This plastic layer provides protection from dirt and keeps items organized.
• The plastic we use is strong and durable; making your order safer during transit and tamper attempts more evident.

Drilling/Punching

• We offer single and three-hole drilling options.
• We offer punching options for coil binding and GBC combs.

Labeling/Header Strips

• We can affix labels to items upon request
• We also affix header strips to the tops of legal pads to create a personalized look.

Index Tabs

• Index tabs organize your information into neat sections.
• This makes the information you are trying to convey more accessible.
• Our finishing staff can insert and collate your tabs into your project before shipping.
• Our index tabs come in a variety of shapes, spacing, sizes and colors; please let a member of our sales staff, provide more information based on your needs.

Inspection

All items we produce go through our inspection department. Products are examined for quality and accuracy. All orders are packaged either by convenience or to your exact requirements.

Shipping Options

• Werner Printing delivery vehicle.
• Advanced messenger service.
• UPS and FedEx; we can use your UPS or FedEx account number. This way you are directly billed and provided tracking numbers.
• WILL CALL is on our 6th floor for in-person pickup. Our dedicated staff will be available to assist you with your needs during our regular office hours. Please call ahead to confirm your order is ready and confirm whether payment is required.

What is Engraved Stationery and Printing?

The process of engraved stationery and printing creates a raised image that can never be achieved with flat printing. How does Werner Printing achieve this? First, copper plates are etched with the desired image. Once the plates are created, they are locked on to the press. This ensures that the plates will not move while printing. The alignment needs to be perfect for the print to come out correctly. Next, the press operator applies ink to the die. The excess ink is then cleaned off the parts of the plates that do not need the color. This leaves only the image on the copper plate covered in ink. Each sheet of paper is inserted into the machine. The machine presses the ink onto the paper through intense pressure. The result is a beautifully colored, raised image on every sheet of paper creating a sense of depth, elegance, and luxury.

What to consider when using engraved stationery and printing:

Engraved stationery and printing has a high-quality finish. The process is often used for formal communications such as corporate brand identity stationery and correspondence. Engraved printing is a great process for wedding invitation suites as well due to the formal style.
For double-sided pieces, engraving can be done on two sheets of paper that are then glued to each other before they are trimmed. This does create a thicker piece but then both sides can have that elegant tactile finish without seeing an indentation on either side. This is not the most cost-effective method but is a great solution if this is the style you wish to achieve. If having a thicker piece is not your preference, Thermography is also available.

Products that are commonly engraved:

• Business cards: Werner Printing can create your cards using engraving, foil stamping, thermography, and many other unique techniques to make sure your cards present a lasting impression.
• Envelopes: Personal stationery, commercial stationery, and custom sizes: Showcase your brand’s identity on the first piece to a potential client. Your envelope’s appearance can ensure that your potential client opens your mail right away rather than toss it aside.
• Certificates/Diplomas: Create a sense of lasting pride, exemplary achievement, loyal service or hard-earned success with a look and feel that conveys importance.
• Wedding materials: These are important if you want to share all of the information about your special day. Custom invitations give you a chance to showcase your design and creativity.
• Letterheads: Your firm letterhead is essential to your business identity as it sets the stage for everything else that follows. Our mix of printing techniques and paper can showcase your firm

During the Raised Printing or Thermography process, a special powder is added to the printed piece and is then heated. This gives the ink the raised look and feel. The process can be done with any PMS color. Thermography can be combined with many other processes, such as digital printing, foil-stamping, embossing/debossing, and die-cutting. Thermography is more cost-effective than engraving while still providing a tactile feel. We can do raised printing that is compatible with laser printing; this is a process called Permaraise. The process for this is different than Thermography.

Products that commonly use Raised Printing Thermography:

• Business cards
  Business cards have always been the best way to transfer information and leave your mark on potential clients or contacts. As the old motto goes, you can never make another first impression. Your business cards leave a personal touch in a digital age and can showcase your brand identity as well as the personality of you or your company. Using raised printing on your business cards can give a look and feel that conveys an image of professionalism.
• Envelopes
  An envelope is the first impression your clients or prospective clients have of your company. A creative design that showcases your company exhibits a higher level of professionalism and attention to detail with thermography.
• Letterheads
  In the age of digital files and emails, it is imperative to make a quality first impression with a distinguished letterhead. We can print your letterhead with the offset printing process or by digital printing but raised printing will really set it apart from other letterheads.
• Custom Marketing Materials:
  Brochures, flyers, tri-folds, and so much more can be produced with Thermography. Werner Printing’s services allows for creative design while still providing you with quick turnaround times and reasonable prices.
• Post Cards
  Custom postcards are a great way to send a customer a quick reminder or send them a notice of a promotion or discount that will really grab their attention.

Offset printing is not only the most common form of printing but is also considered to be one of the most affordable processes. Some advantages of offset printing include the wide array of compatible paper options, plentiful available finishing options, fine detail and rich colors, as well as the ease and speed of production.
Products that are commonly offset printed:

• Business cards
• Envelopes
• Letterhead
• Labels
• Post Cards
• Custom Marketing Materials
• Pocket Folders
• Legal File Folders

Digital Printing Near Me

Doing a search for digital printing near me in the West Loop? Well, look no further, here we are. Werner Printing’s digital printing services are not only more cost-effective but are often the quickest way to get your project done while still maintaining a high quality. Printing digitally offers the added benefit of obliterating countless steps necessary for other methods of printing, such as making films or manufacturing expensive plates.

Printing digitally allows you to design your project for CMYK (process color). CMYK offers the widest color spectrum compared to other color formats. If you require the best possible color accuracy on your final project, you will want to take advantage of Werner Printing’s CMYK color standards. By doing this
you can achieve a wider range of light colors on your project and walk out with a high-quality product at a high resolution. With digital printing, we are also able to do variable data printing such as names, addresses and numbering. This is especially useful for numbered invoices, and printing addressed envelopes for invitations or mailers.

WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING

Werner Printing also offers the use of their wide-format printer for your larger projects. Werner Printing can print your banners in full color and will include grommets as requested. The maximum width for any banner is 40 inches with bleeds; maximum length depends on desired available stock.

Mount your prints on foam-core boards. We mount posters any size up to 40” x 60”,
Attach easel-backs for standing displays up to a certain size; please speak to your sales staff regarding limitations for your specific project.
Werner Printing does Digital printing near me, but what products can be digitally printed?

Business cards

Business cards< have always been the best way to transfer information and leave your mark on potential clients or contacts. As the old motto goes, you can never make another first impression. Your business cards leave a personal touch in a digital age and can showcase your brand identity as well as the personality of you or your company. Need a new set of business cards quickly? Digital printing allows us to print quickly so you can have your new business cards in no time!

Wedding Invitation Suites

With our Wedding Invitation Suites we can do it all, Save-The-Date, Invitation, RSVP, Reception Card, Direction Card, Accommodations Card, Thank You card, Menu, program, & table card. These are important if you want to share all of the information about your special day. Custom invitations give you a chance to showcase your design and creativity.

Envelopes

An Envelopes is the first impression your clients or prospective clients have of your company. A creative design that showcases your company exhibits a higher level of professionalism and attention to detail.

Letterheads

In the age of digital files and emails, it is imperative to make a quality first impression with a distinguished Letterheads. We can print your letterhead with the offset printing process or by digital printing.

Custom Marketing Materials

Brochures, flyers, trifolds, and so much more can be digitally printed. Werner Printing’s digital printing service allows for creative design while still providing you with quick turnaround times and reasonable prices.

Post Cards

Custom postcards are a great way to send a customer a quick reminder or send them a notice of a promotion or discount.

Notecards

There is no better way to say thank you than with a personalized, handwritten message on a custom printed and branded notecard. Pair it with a branded envelope to really send a lasting impression.

Memo Pads

Help your customers remember what they need to do and remember you at the same time! With a branded memo pad you can do both!