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Certifications ⁄ Awards

Metal FX
Certification:
Licensed MetalFX® printer
Overview:
MetalFX® Technology is a revolutionary printing process that allows standard CMYK inks to be printed on top of a specially formulated high luster metallic-based pigment ink in just one pass. This makes it possible to create an unlimited spectrum of brilliant metallic colors without the added cost of printing multiple spot colors. Impress Communications is now among only 220 commercial printers in the United States with the demonstrated expertise to execute MetalFX® projects.

FSC
Certification:
Chain-of-Custody Printer
Overview:
Impress is now FSC certified. We have passed the strict requirements for chain-of-custody and can now offer our clients a range of environmentally friendly products for most any print project.

Awards

Quarterama
Award:
Gold
Project:
Quarterama Self Mailer Promotion
Overview:
Impress won Gold for the Direct Mail Envelope category of North America's premier print competition, the 2008 Gold Ink Awards. The Quarterama project is an eye-catching, die-cut self mailer featuring precise spot gloss UV and complex four-color coverage.

Baker Maid
Award:
Pewter
Project:
Baker Maid Biscotti Box
Overview:
The 2008 Gold Ink Awards saluted print quality, technical difficulty and overall visual effectiveness. In the Rigid Packaging category, Impress earned Pewter recognition for executing the foil and UV-coated baked goods enclosure with its distinctive domed locking top.

UV Deck
Award:
Award of Excellence
Project:
Self-promo "Re-Think the Possibilities with UV" Idea Deck
Overview:
Impress received an Award of Excellence in the 2008 PIASC Print Excellence Awards competition for the Specialty Printing category. The idea deck demonstrating UV inks imprinted on styrene plastic proved irresistible to the judges!

Jamba Juice
Award:
Best of Category
Project:
Jamba Juice "Squeeze the Day" Presentation Folder
Overview:
Judges of the 2008 PIASC Print Excellence Awards selected this whimsical, colorful folder as the top winner in its category. UV inks, varnish and spot gloss perfectly reflected the vibrancy of this premier national brand. Now this project is a finalist competing for national honors. view portfolio

Arbonne Invitation
Award:
Certificate of Merit
Project:
Arbonne NTC "Within Reach" Invitation
Overview:
Impress received a Certificate of Merit in the 2008 PIASC Print Excellence Awards competition for finishing techniques. The precise and perfect alignment of leaf-shaped die-cuts on this custom fold-over invitation added visual drama and textural interest to the intricate reveal of color and image. view portfolio

Custom Brochure Envelope
Award:
Certificate of Merit
Project:
Self-Promo "Re-Think the Possibilities" Custom Brochure Envelope
Overview:
For the 2008 PIASC Print Excellence Awards competition, Impress was recognized with a Certificate of Merit for its self-promotion envelope. The company’s distinctive limited edition capabilities & techniques portfolio is presented in a protective envelope that reinforces the company’s visual brand image in its use of color, finishes and messaging.

Award:
Gold Ink Award
Project:
Price Pfister Product Portfolio
Overview:
Impress won the coveted Gold Ink Award for entry in the category of Sheet Fed Consumer Catalogs. Chosen from nearly 1600 entries received from across the country, Gold Ink Award recipients represent the best work in the printing industry. The award was presented by Printing Impressions in conjunction with its sister publication PrintMedia.

Award:
Platinum Award / Best of Show
Project:
Impress Communications Launch Kit
Overview:
Impress was awarded Platinum / Best of Show for their entry in the category of Self Promotion and Marketing. This award represents the exceptional imagination, craftsmanship and detail that embodies the Platinum Award criteria. The award was presented by Printing Industries Association of Southern California (PIASC) and the Graphic Arts Management Association (GAMA) to honor excellence in printing and design.

Award:
Print Award of Excellence
Project:
Perugina Holiday Wrapping Paper
Overview:
Impress won the Print Award of Excellence for entry in the category of Specialty Printing. Selected from approximately 2,000 entries received nationwide, this award represents excellence in the printing industry. The award was presented by Printing Industries Association of Southern California (PIASC).

Award:
Gold Ink Award
Project:
Baldwin Hardware Lifetime Finishes Embossed Label
Overview:
Impress won the Gold Ink Award for entry in the category of Labels. The award was presented by Printing Impressions in conjunction with its sister publication.

Award:
Platinum Award / Best of Category
Project:
Thursday’s Spa and Salon
Overview:
Impress won a Platinum Award for entry in the category of Sheet feed Brochure. The award was presented by PIASC.

Accolade:
Featured in Design Gallery's Package Design Annual Project: Nestlé Biscotti Packaging
Overview:
Impress’ unique package design was chosen to be featured in Design Gallery's Package Design Annual which highlights the 60 most progressive designs of the year.

Featured Project

Impress Idea Book

Impress Idea Book

When you are short of new creative ideas, this showcase of Impress' capabilities will surely be inspirational. In words and images, the 48-page limited edition "idea book" was created to tickle the senses, inviting the reader to visualize and touch sample design work.