Is it possible to increase a printing company’s profits without needing to print more? The answer may lie in a process that many companies still consider secondary: graphic finishing.
In an increasingly competitive sector, where customers compare prices and demand shorter delivery times, standing out solely through printing is becoming more and more difficult.
That is why at TAULER Laminating Tech we have prepared a free practical guide: «From Printed Sheet to Profit: How to Increase the Profitability of Your Printing Business with Laminating and Graphic Finishing».
An eBook designed to help digital and offset print shops, packaging manufacturers, and graphic arts companies discover new business opportunities through laminating and finishing processes.
Why are graphic finishes key to improving profitability?
Print quality alone is no longer enough to differentiate from the competition. Today, clients are not only looking for well-printed products, but also solutions that provide durability, protection, and a higher-quality presentation.
Graphic finishes make it possible to transform a printed sheet into a product with higher added value.
From matte or glossy lamination to soft-touch finishes, spot varnishes, or foil stamping, each process offers new possibilities to enhance the final product and expand your commercial offer.
In addition, bringing certain finishing processes in-house can help reduce outsourcing costs, optimize production times, and increase quality control.
But how do you know which finishes are most profitable? When is it worth investing in an in-house laminator? How do you convey this added value to the client?
These are some of the questions we answer in our new eBook.
What will you find in TAULER’s free eBook?
Across its 12 chapters, this guide offers practical recommendations, examples, and tools to improve the profitability of graphic finishing processes.
1. Graphic finishes that bring the highest value
Discover the features and applications of different technologies, such as matte, glossy, and soft-touch lamination, spot varnishes, cold foil, hot foil, and other special finishes.
2. Outsourcing vs. in-house laminating
We analyze the visible and hidden costs of outsourcing lamination and present a practical example to understand how to calculate the potential return on investment (ROI) of a laminating machine.
3. Real experiences from companies in the graphic industry
Learn about three cases of print shops that have integrated finishing processes into their production to improve efficiency, offer faster deliveries, and strengthen their value proposition.
4. How to choose the right finishing equipment
We review the main factors to evaluate before investing in machinery: format, production volume, materials, available space, and ease of use.
5. Strategies for selling finishes more effectively
Learn how to present finishes as an integral part of the product’s value, establish different service tiers, and communicate their benefits to customers.
6. A 90-day action plan
The guide concludes with a practical roadmap to assess your print shop’s current situation, identify areas for improvement, and start implementing changes aimed at boosting profitability.
If you want to delve deeper into these strategies and discover how to apply them to your business, you can download our eBook for free and access the complete guide.
A guide for printing and packaging professionals
This eBook is especially aimed at:
- Digital and offset print shops looking to increase margins and differentiate their services.
- Print centers and copy shops interested in expanding their finishing offerings.
- Packaging and label manufacturers seeking to add greater value to their products.
- Companies outsourcing lamination that want to evaluate the advantages of bringing this process in-house.
- Graphic arts professionals aiming to optimize production processes and enhance competitiveness.
Whether you already have laminating equipment or are evaluating a new investment, you will find valuable insights to support your decision-making.
Download the free eBook in your language
At TAULER, we want this guide to reach graphic arts professionals worldwide. That’s why «From Printed Sheet to Profit» is available for free in seven languages:
To get your copy, simply visit our download page, complete the registration form, and you will receive the eBook directly in your inbox.
Over 60 years helping print shops optimize their laminating processes
At TAULER Laminating Tech, we have spent over 60 years working alongside graphic arts professionals, developing and providing laminating solutions tailored to diverse production requirements.
Our experience with print shops around the globe has allowed us to understand key industry challenges and the strategic importance of finishing in boosting competitiveness.
With this guide, we aim to share our expertise and help businesses identify new opportunities to unlock more value from every printed job.
Because boosting profitability isn’t always about printing more, but getting more value out of every sheet.
Discover how to achieve this with our free guide on profitability and graphic finishing, available in seven languages.
