Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Sustainable Printing & Packaging Services
Shawmut Communications Group has been a family-owned leader in sustainable print services since 1951. Our third-generation team combines decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver creative design, packaging, direct mail, and global print solutions. As the first SGP certified printer in Massachusetts, we prioritize eco-conscious practices while offering end-to-end services including offset and digital printing, wide-format production, and fulfillment.Our proprietary Shawmut Insight platform streamlines project management, ensuring efficiency from prepress to delivery. With G7 and GMI certifications, we serve diverse industriesfrom healthcare to consumer goodsproviding tailored solutions that blend innovation with tradition. Our commitment to quality, evidenced by in-house bindery and kitting capabilities, has fostered long-term partnerships with clients across the globe.
Services
Creative Services
Packaging
Direct Mail
Web to Print
Promotional Products
Wide Format Printing
Fulfillment Services
Digital Printing
Offset Printing
Sustainability Certification
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of experience in sustainable print services.
- Our in-house capabilities ensure quality from design to fulfillment.
- We are the first SGP certified printer in Massachusetts.
- Our global print network enables efficient international distribution.
- We offer end-to-end solutions with proprietary project management tools.
Associations and certifications
- Sustainable Green Printing (SGP)
- G7 Certified
- GMI Certified
Services
Packaging
Shawmut offers end-to-end packaging solutions, including structural design, digital samples, and sustainable materials. Our services cover die-cutting, gluing, and premium finishing like foil stamping. We serve industries such as food, healthcare, and consumer goods, ensuring compliance with global standards like GMI certification. Clients benefit from rapid prototyping and inventory management tools.
Direct Mail
Our direct mail services include list acquisition, data cleansing, and variable data printing to personalize campaigns. We handle production, kitting, and automated mailing for B2B and nonprofit clients. With USPS partnerships, we optimize postage costs and ensure compliance, achieving high deliverability rates through CASS-certified processes.
Creative Services
Shawmut's creative team provides brand strategy, graphic design, and environmental branding. We specialize in print and digital templates, packaging design, and trade show materials. Our designers use advanced software to create brand-compliant artwork, ensuring visual consistency across marketing channels for clients in diverse sectors.
Digital Printing
Our digital printing services offer cost-effective, high-quality solutions with variable data capabilities. Features include Pantone matching, raised print effects, and unique substrates like magnets and window clings. We support on-demand printing, reducing waste and storage costs while enabling rapid turnaround for personalized marketing materials.
Wide Format Printing
Shawmut produces large-format graphics on substrates like foam board, Sintra, and backlit film. Applications include trade show displays, retail signage, and outdoor banners. We offer contour cutting, lamination, and expert color correction, serving clients needing durable, visually striking materials for events and retail environments.
People
Michael Peluso
President
Michael Peluso leads Shawmut Communications Group with decades of industry experience, guiding the family-owned business through technological advancements and market changes while maintaining its commitment to sustainability and quality.
Daniel Peluso
Vice President
Daniel Peluso oversees operations at Shawmut, leveraging his expertise in print technology and sustainable practices to drive innovation and efficiency across the company's production and service offerings.
Stacy Peluso-Slaney
Executive Partner and Vice President
Stacy Peluso-Slaney contributes strategic leadership to Shawmut, focusing on client relations and business development while upholding the company's third-generation family values and long-term growth objectives.
Justin Peluso
Director of Packaging
Justin Peluso specializes in packaging solutions, combining creative design with technical expertise to develop sustainable, high-impact packaging systems that meet global industry standards and client needs.
Questions
What printing services does Shawmut offer?
Shawmut provides offset, digital, and wide-format printing, along with direct mail, packaging, and fulfillment services tailored to diverse industries.
Are Shawmut's printing practices sustainable?
Yes, we are SGP certified and prioritize eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient processes, and recyclable packaging solutions.
Can Shawmut handle international print projects?
Our global print network enables seamless international distribution, reducing transit time and costs for clients worldwide.
What industries does Shawmut serve?
We work with healthcare, consumer goods, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and technology sectors, among others.
Do you offer design assistance?
Our creative team provides strategic design, brand identity, and production support for multi-channel marketing campaigns.
How does Shawmut ensure print quality?
We use G7-certified color management, advanced prepress technology, and in-house bindery services to guarantee precision.
