Certifications ⁄ Awards
Licensed Printer
- 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.
SCS-COC-001241
- 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
- Award:
- Award of Excellence
- Project:
- Self-promo "Re-Think the Possibilities with UV" Idea Deck
- 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:
- 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
- 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.
- Award:
- Certificate of Merit
- Project:
- Self-Promo "Re-Think the Possibilities" Custom Brochure Envelope
- 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!
- 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
Tina’s Baked Goods
P-O-P Header Card
Our client, GMS Industries, a maker of point-of-purchase (P-O-P) displays, needed an easily maintained logo header to top off cardboard product displays. Their customer, Tina's Quality Baked Goods, wanted to build & promote brand awareness.
The answer: a half-circle, die-cut sign made of 30 ml thick matte vinyl was imprinted with UV ink in Tina's trademark colors with a gloss aqueous coating applied to the impression. These signs are easily wiped down with a damp cloth; the rigid header stays attractive without fear of signage tearing or fading.