NEWS: Interprint Receives 100% On Annual Chain-Of-Custody SFI, FSC, PEFC Certification. Read More...

Interprint has completed annual auditing and renewal of the Chain-Of-Custody certification of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) - the leading national and global forest protection agencies.

Each year, firms that participate in the Chain-Of-Custody Tri-Certified programs undergo annual testing and reporting to ensure compliance with all FSC, SFI and PEFC requirements to maintain certification. Leon Tracht, VP of Sustainable Environmental Programs for Interprint, announced this week that Interprint's yearly audit returned a perfect 100% compliance. "We are proud to state that our on-going commitment to the Chain-Of-Custody (or COc) program is in 100% compliance. Our sustainable programs have become a integral part in the way we conduct business. Today, many leading publishers and corporate buyers value and require manufacturing that is Chain-Of-Custody certified. Our commitment to responsible forestry, through our Chain-Of-Custody Tri-Certification ensures our clientele that we place a high value on forest management and consumption".

To learn more About The Chain-of-Custody and the Forest Protection Agencies:

About The SFI - Sustainable Forestry Initiative - SFI is an independent, charitable organization dedicated to promoting sustainable forest management. They work with conservation groups, local communities ... Read More

About The FSC - Forest Stewardship Council - FSC is an independent, non-governmental, not for profit organization established to promote the responsible management of the world’s forests ... Read More

About The PEFC - Programme For The Endorsement Of Forest Certification Schemes - PEFC is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization, founded in 1999 ... Read More

Interprint Certified As Green Business ... Read More

Interprint Certified Green Partnership with the Green Business Bureau.

The GBB offers a unique, tailored practice of green initiatives based on an assessment of each businesses green involvement. Through exclusive partnerships, Eco‐Consultants provided by the GBB offers certification with on-site training, ongoing support for the certification process, and in‐person verification of green initiatives, which is a key factor for the strength of the GBB program.  Working alongside environmental experts, the GBB team conducted extensive research to design programs of initiatives specifically targeted to yield the highest environmental impact. The goal is to maximize the benefits for businesses and for the environment. From a financial and productivity standpoint, it makes sense for businesses to follow a strategic path toward eco‐efficiency. The GBB’s program of green initiatives is constantly evolving and we encourage other business to participate, and become part of an ongoing green initiative to protect our environment.

Total Energy Concepts (TEC) & V-Blox Certified Green Facility Accreditation.

Interprint is honored to be the first printer in the Southeast United States to hold the Total Energy Concepts (TEC) and V-Blox Certified Green accreditation. Total Energy Concepts (TEC) and V-Blox have spent the last few years establishing their Certified Green Program for business who wish to reduce energy consumption, and help save the environment through the use of V-Blox power factor correction and voltage optimization.

The Certified Green Program recognizes companies that have made the substantial investment to lower their carbon footprint by optimizing their electrical system and reduce energy consumption with a custom engineered V-Blox Energy Optimization System. There are many benefits of the TEC and V-Blox Certified Green Program including operational, societal and government recognition. Operational benefits include reduced energy consumption, a lower carbon footprint, reduced maintenance costs & downtime, plus, increased equipment life. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recognizes TEC and V-Blox Certified Green Program as an important component in Green practices to conserve energy, reduce water consumption, protect air quality with reduced waste.
 
To learn more about our Green programs, visit our main web site at: http://www.InterprintWebPrinting.com/green-printing-company.html or ask your Interprint sales representative.

Interprint Qualifies For G7 IDEAlliance Master Proof-To-Print Status. Read More...

• Interprint Web Printing has successfully completed rigorous training, testing and auditing to achieve the IDEAlliance G7 Master Printer status. 

Our current proofing devices and printing equipment have been calibrated using the G7 Master Process. Interprint pre-press technicians and press crews underwent training and qualified in accordance to the G7 Master process, achieving optimal color matching of our proofs to the printed product. This also ensures color matching from press to press, as well as, color conformity between our different production facilities.

Interprint is excited to be part of a select group of printing firms who have committed to the G7 Master Printer process for their color management. Customer supplied files become much more interchangeable between other firms including ad agencies, printers and pre-media outlets that also use the G7 Master Process. Many print buyers request that their print service providers become G7 qualified as a print purchase may involve several print processes. If you're purchasing print services which fall outside of our product offerings, we encourage you to select a G7 Qualified vendor
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About IDEAlliance and G7™ - The IDEAlliance proof-to-print process, is based on principles of digital imaging, spectrophotometry, and computer-to-plate (CtP) technologies. G7 is currently being applied to many types of printing including commercial and publication printing, newsprint and even flexo. IDEAlliance has been a leader in information technology since 1966 (founded as Graphic Communications Association) having fostered the development and adoption of standards such as GRACoL and SWOP.

Interprint Awarded FSC, SFI, PEFC Chain-of-Custody Tri-Certification. Read More...

• The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) - the leading national and global forest protection agencies has awarded Chain-of-Custody Tri-Certification to Interprint Web Printing. "We are proud to be the first printer Tri-Certified in the Tampa Bay, Florida market," states Leon Tracht, VP of Sustainable Environmental Programs for Interprint. "Our commitment to supply environmentally responsible materials is a priority, our reporting and certifications offer comprehensive environmental programs that benefit our customers and community. Our sustainable programs encompass eco-friendly certified materials, source reduction, pollution prevention, reuse and recycling, along with partnerships with leading environmental organizations to document and report our green participation."

For additional information on our Sustainable Business Practices, please visit our Go Green information located on our main web site at: http://www.printerusa.com/green-printing-company/printing-enviromentally-safe.html

Rampage To Release New Online Proofing Software. Read more...

• Rampage Systems will upgrade their online proofing software called Rampage Remote. The release is due out December 2009. Details are forthcoming, with new features to be extensive with many customer friendly additions and upgrades. Interprint features Rampage Remote software for our online proofing client. Keep posted for additional information.
  
  Rampage Systems develops and supports the Rampage Prepress Workflow System. Rampage integrates with plating systems, proofing devices, and digital presses from diverse manufacturers.  Rampage can also be found in world-class corporations, including Boeing, Hersheys, JC Penney, and the New England Journal of Medicine.
  
  For additional information regarding online remote proofing, and how Interprint can reduce your time spent during the production cycle, please read more on our main web site. http://www.printerusa.com/printing-services-clearwater-florida/about-online-proofing.html

New USPS Tabbing Rules In Effect 9-8-2009. Read more...

• Effective September 8, 2009 - The Postal Service adopts new Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, Domestic Mail Manual (DMM®) to reflect changes to the construction and sealing of letter-sized booklets mailed at automation, presorted machinable or carrier route letter prices. Learn more information and see exhibits of booklet design and tabbing / sealing at the USPS site located at  http://pe.usps.com/text/dmm300/201.htm#wp1083722

Intelligent Mail Barcode - Get the facts. Read more...

• The Postal Service will require use of the Intelligent Mail barcode to qualify for automation prices beginning May 2011. The Intelligent Mail barcode, formerly referred to as the 4-State Customer barcode, is a new Postal Service barcode used to sort and track letters and flats. The Postal Service is promoting use of the Intelligent Mail barcode because it expands the ability to track individual mailpieces and provides customers with greater visibility into the mailstream.
  
  How your mailers will benefit from the Intelligent Mail barcode. The Intelligent Mail barcode is the result of the Postal Service’s efforts to develop more robust codes capable of encoding more information, while minimizing the space used on the mailpiece. The Intelligent Mail barcode:
  
  * Has a greater overall data capacity than existing barcodes.
  * Provides mailers with more digits for their use, allowing for unique identification of up to a billion mailpieces per mailing.
  * Provides more accurate and detailed information about mailings which can enable better decision making.
  * Increases mailpiece “real estate” by eliminating the need for multiple barcodes.
  * Allows for participation in multiple USPS service programs with a single barcode.
  
  Learn at the USPS web site  https://ribbs.usps.gov/index.cfm?page=intellmailmailpieces
  

Pre-Press Scheduled Server Maintenance Notice @ Interprint

• Scheduled server maintenance will be performed on one of our main pre-press servers starting Sunday, August 30th from 12:00am midnight till 3:00am. During this time the server will not be available for uploads. Once maintenance is complete, all services will be available.

Mailing Update - Interprint Installs New Tabbing Equipment

• New Tabbing Unit Goes Online - to meet the changes taking place with the USPS tabbing regulations that go into effect 9/8/2009 Interprint has added additional high speed tabbing equipment which allows 3 tabs to be placed on mailed products, all in one pass and at incredible speeds, during the inkjet process. The new tabbing regulations require the size of each tab to be 1-1/2 in size. We stock tabs, in volume, in clear, translucent, and white. For tab samples or mock-ups showing placement that meet these new USPS regulations, please ask your Interprint representative, or consult with the USPS during your design process to ensure you are meeting all USPS guidelines.

QuarkXPress 8 Offers Upgrade Deal Until September 30, 2009

• QuarkXPress® 3, 4, or 5 license users can upgrade any previous version to QuarkXPress 8 for one low price. QuarkXPress 8 delivers an intuitive new interfaces. You have until September 30, 2009 to make the upgrade to your old license. For more information visit:  http://8.quark.com/quarkupgrade
  

Adobe Photoshop releases CS4 11.0.1 update

• The Adobe Photoshop CS4 11.0.1 update addresses a number of issues discovered after Adobe Photoshop CS4 and Photoshop CS4 Extended (11.0) software were released. The most significant fixes in the Photoshop CS4 11.0.1 update include the following:

* A number of issues that could cause slow performance have been addressed.
* Photoshop now correctly recognizes 3D textures edited by a plug-in.
* The quality of the results of Auto-Blend Layers (Stack Images) has been improved.
* A problem that could result in a crash when pasting formatted text has been fixed.
* A crash that could result from a corrupt font no longer occurs.

For additional information visit the Adobe  web site at:  http://www.adobe.com/downloads/updates