Individual sheets are fed through the press. A number of format sizes and heavier paper grades can be run through the same machine.

Desired Properties of Offset Printing Include:

·         Stability

·         Curl Resistance

·         Strength

·         Good Level of Resistance to Moisture Penetration

Best Products for Offset Printing:

·         Products with fine detail and photographs

·         Large runs, ie 1,000+ sheets

·         Products requiring future re-runs

·         Products requiring unusual substrates and sheet sizes

·         Products with special spot colours

·         Accurately produced corporate colours

·         Large format

Common End-Products

Newspapers, magazines, books, brochures, posters, greeting cards, business forms, business cards, business stationery, folders, mailers, coupons, integrated products, art reproductions, and more