Printer's Resource FAQ

Why should I consider adding automatic or semi-automatic finishing equipment to my production line rather than just hiring a few temps to take care of it?

Print providers are increasingly being called upon to provide more services to customers who are looking for ways to improve their own efficiency. A packaged product which is neatly folded, labeled or tagged for convenience, protected for shipment and during storage, and is traceable through a bar-coded label applied to the garment or the bag can be a very attractive time-saver for those customers. Though much of this "finishing" work has historically been done manually, customer demands are leading many printers and embroiderers to consider automated machinery. Simple calculations can be performed to determine if an automated line's increased efficiency will justify the investment required.

Folding and packaging can also differentiate a printer from it's competitors, and potentially offers an additional revenue stream.