Resources for Specialty Printing Companies

Specialty printers are the go-to vendors for custom printing projects. In addition to printing the basics — like business cards and brochures — specialty printing companies can print on almost any object you can imagine. With specialty printing services, you can have your logo printed on everything from wristbands to coffee cups. Or you might seek out specialty printers for paper products such as scratch-off tickets or holiday cards. Specialty printers use a variety of printing processes, including:

1. Offset printing is the most common commercial printing process used by specialty printers.
2. Specialty printing companies use screenprinting to print images on T-shirts, hats, wood, metal, CDs, DVDs and other materials.
3. Some custom printing jobs are done using engraving or letterpress printing, which produces raised letters on paper.
4. Specialty printing services use thermography printing, which is less expensive than engraving, to produce raised letters on business cards, letterhead and other marketing materials.

Advertising specialty printers can print on virtually anything

Ad specialty printers often use thermography printing, also known as heat stamping to print logos or text on metal, plastic or glass products.

Ticket and wristband specialty printers

Special event producers, concert promoters and nightclubs often use wristbands rather than traditional paper tickets to allow attendees come-and-go privileges and to reduce security line waiting. Other specialty printers print traditional tickets exclusively.

On-demand specialty printers

Some printers that use traditional offset or digital printing offer specialty printing services for printing on paper. There are a growing number of specialty printers that offer on-demand printing with delivery overnight.

Use specialty printers for luxury letterhead

As a contrast to on-demand quick printers, some specialty printing companies specialize in the art of engraving and letterpress printing. This process is often used for custom printing jobs, such as stationery.

Go to specialty printing companies for custom T-shirts and other apparel

For custom printing projects involving apparel products, such as T-shirts, tank tops, uniforms, jackets, hats or aprons, choose specialty printing services that offer screenprinting. These specialty printers can typically print images on any item made of fabric.

• Opt for specialty printing companies when you need to impress. For example, business cards with raised type and bespoke engraved stationery or business letterhead can make a good first impression.
• Don't wait to hire specialty printers for ad specialties until you host an event. It's a good idea to have ad specialties on hand to distribute at tradeshows or to dole out as employee appreciation or customer appreciation gifts.
• Some specialty printing processes require a die to be cut before your logo can be printed on products. Make sure you ask about any additional die cut set-up fees before you place an order. These fees can cost several hundred dollars, depending on the process.