Graphic Developments Pty Ltd is committed to ensure that your artwork colour scheme is the same over different media, because we know your project is more than just ink and paper it could be thread on fabric and the pixels on your screen.
We only use the best printers with colour corrective technology, quality inks and the latest software.
Building your brand identity is easy with printing. Whether you have a print ready file or the initial concept we will work together to give you what you need.
We can take your current logo in any file format or we can work with your designer to make sure that we are all on the same page as to specifications and expectations.
Our industry experience and keen eyes will lend a professional touch to your printed projects.
We can print your promotional items, signs, clothing almost anything your business requires. You can order banners, business cards, stationery, wall banners, vehicle wrap, stickers and much more.
Digital Printing vs Offset Printing Explained
What’s the REAL difference, and does it matter?
The difference is on the printing methods. The following explanation would help you to choose one or the other for your next print project.
What is Offset Printing?
Offset printing technology uses plates, usually made from aluminium, which are used to transfer an image onto a rubber “blanket”, and then rolling that image onto a sheet of paper. It’s called offset because the ink is not transferred directly onto the paper. Offset printing is the best choice when larger quantities are needed, and provides accurate colour reproduction, and crisp, clean professional looking printing.
What is Digital Printing?
Digital printing doesn’t use plates the way offset does, but instead uses options such as toner (like in laser printers) or larger printers that do use liquid ink. Digital printing shines when lower quantities are needed; think of a run of 20 greeting cards or 100 flyers. Another benefit of digital printing it is variable data capability. When each piece needs a unique code, name or address, digital is the only way to go. Offset printing cannot accommodate this need.
While offset printing is a fantastic way to produce great-looking print projects, many businesses or individuals do not need large runs of 500 or more, and the best solution is digital printing.
What are the Advantages of Digital Printing?
- Setup costs are lower for short runs
- Print only the amount you need, when you need it
- Lower minimum quantities (as low as 1, 20 or 50 pieces)
- Inexpensive black and white digital printing
- Variable data capability (names, addresses, codes or numbering can be done easily)
- Improved technology has made digital quality acceptable for more uses
What are the Advantages of Offset Printing?
- Large quantities can be printed cost effectively
- The more you print, the cheaper the price per piece
- A large variety of paper types with custom finishes can be used
- Special custom inks such as metallic and Pantone colours are available
- Highest possible printing quality, with greater detail and colour fidelity
Offset and digital are both useful printing methods. Each have benefits depending on your project’s requirements.
Your printing needs can be met with either of these choices, with high-level of quality means you get a printed product that will make your business look great!