Commercial printing is a printing method used by businesses to produce large volumes of printed materials. Many businesses invest in this type of printing to help grow their business because of the speed capabilities, high quality printing capabilities, and different finishing options available.
A commercial printer fares better in a large business than a smaller office printer due to the capabilities available in commercial printers. Commercial printing grants you better printing speeds, prices, and functionality than you would get with a standard office printer, making it a fantastic option for most businesses.
What type of materials can I print with commercial printing?
You can print a variety of material when you use commercial printing, and much of that may depend, specifically on your industry. Below are some industries we serve and the materials they use commercial printing for.
Healthcare
At ACT GROUP (A BDS COMPANY), we have helped numerous healthcare professionals over our many years of service with many innovative office solutions, including commercial printing. Commercial printing can be especially beneficial for healthcare professionals, as much of their day-to-day work involves writing notes, prescriptions, and dealing with insurance.
Here are a few items you can expect to print as a healthcare professional:
- Flyers
- Prescription pads
- Insurance lists
- Appointment cards
- Statement Envelopes
- Medical practice brochures
Finance
ACT GROUP (A BDS COMPANY) helps professionals working in finance by implementing a diverse set of banking and financial print solutions, including commercial printing, so professionals are able to adapt to future growth and change. Financial professionals will also find wonderful use in commercial printing, as these professionals utilize printed materials on the daily from rack cards, presentations, and data.
Furthermore, speed and consistency are especially important for an industry that changes and grows rapidly, and commercial printing delivers all that and more with its multiple capabilities. This adaptable option allows professionals to print a variety of materials, including the following:
- Newsletters
- Rack cards
- Presentation folders
- Flyers and handouts
- Business cards
Nonprofit
Did you know that commercial printing can benefit nonprofits as well? Nonprofits benefit from commercial printing, as they heavily rely on traditional print methods to ensure success in fundraising and marketing. Whether producing brochures or donation flyers, you will want to ensure that you have the best printing methods available to print accurately, quickly, and successfully. As a nonprofit professional, some of the materials that you may print with commercial printing are:
- Brochures
- Posters
- Fundraising materials
- Programs
- Newsletters
What types of commercial printing are available?
Commercial printing is not a one size fits all solution. Different commercial printing types are available that may be more suitable for specific industries or businesses. Below are a few of the most popular and common types.
Offset Printing
Offset printing is the most popular type of commercial printing due to its ability to produce a large volume of prints at the most stellar quality. Your print jobs will be crisp, clear, and easy to read. The offset printing process includes image transfer to create the final product or print.
Although one of the most popular methods, offset printing can be more time-consuming than other available methods like digital printing. It is also an expensive option, depending on the running length. The real benefit here is the image and print quality this type of printing offers.
Digital Printing
If you focus primarily on speed and producing the shortest runs, digital printing will be a better option. Despite popular belief, digital printing is not as far off in quality as offset printing. Traditional advice would be to stick with offset printing for superior quality. However, digital printing has made significant strides over the years to keep up.
Although it might not be 100% accurate compared to offset printing, it is close. Plus, it is a cheaper option. When you use digital printers, the printer uses lasers and toners to print the final product. With this option, there is more room for personalization of your prints. Businesses are becoming increasingly digital, and we anticipate this becoming a dominant printing method.
How can ACT Group help with my commercial printing needs?
ACT Group (A BDS Company) offers a variety of printing solutions for businesses in the Hartford, CT, area, including commercial printing. Get started on letting us be your CT print partner by filling out a quote today! Did you know that we are on Facebook and LinkedIn? Join the conversation today by liking, following, and sharing our channels!
