Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Printing Solutions in Woonsocket, RI
For over a century, Sheahan Printing has stood as a trusted, family-owned printing company rooted in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Established in 1923 by Rodolph T. Sheahan Sr., our business has evolved across three generations while maintaining a steadfast commitment to quality, reliability, and innovation. We pride ourselves on being Rhode Islands largest union printing company, offering a comprehensive suite of services including offset and digital printing, promotional products, political campaign materials, and full-spectrum bindery solutions. Our transition to 100% solar-powered operations in 2020 underscores our dedication to sustainability without compromising the precision and excellence that define our work. Over decades, weve specialized in serving non-profits, corporations, and political campaigns, guiding clients through every step of the printing process with expertise and personalized attention.Our mission centers on delivering exceptional value through honest, ethical practices, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of quality and timeliness. From concept to completion, we act as strategic partners, leveraging our deep industry knowledge to make clients print investments as efficient and impactful as possible. Whether handling complex catalogs, urgent short-run digital jobs, or large-scale promotional campaigns, our in-house capabilities and decades of experience enable us to exceed expectations consistently. We remain committed to advancing our legacy through cutting-edge technology, environmental responsibility, and unwavering service that builds enduring client relationships.
Services
Offset Printing
Digital Printing
Promotional Products
Political Printing
Prepress Services
Bindery Services
Union Printing
Large Format Printing
Catalog Printing
Direct Mail Services
Details
- Year established: 1923
Highlights and features
- Three generations of printing expertise since 1923
- 100% solar-powered, environmentally sustainable operations
- Rhode Island's largest certified union printing company
- Full-service solutions from prepress to bindery
- Proven track record in political and corporate campaigns
Associations and certifications
- Union Printing
What people say
High-quality printing
Knowledgeable staff
Timely delivery
Eco-friendly practices
Union-certified expertise
Services
Offset Printing
Our offset printing services combine advanced technology with decades of expertise to produce high-volume, precision print materials. By transferring inked images onto plates, we deliver sharp, consistent results for catalogs, brochures, and annual reports. Ideal for large runs, this cost-effective solution ensures vibrant color reproduction and superior detail for commercial clients.
Digital Printing
Digital printing enables fast, high-quality output for short-run needs up to 13x30 inches. Using modern presses, we accommodate urgent deadlines without sacrificing quality for business cards, flyers, or tailored marketing materials. This method supports variable data printing and on-demand production, making it perfect for time-sensitive or personalized projects.
Promotional Products
We offer thousands of customizable promotional items to reinforce brand visibility. From cost-effective pens and apparel to premium corporate gifts, our products are tailored to marketing campaigns and trade shows. Our team guides clients through selections that align with brand identity and target audience while ensuring seamless integration with printed materials.
Political Printing
Specializing in election-ready materials, we produce lawn signs, door hangers, mailers, and posters with rapid turnaround. As a union-certified printer, we prioritize accuracy and compliance for political clients. Our experience spans local to national campaigns, ensuring messaging remains consistent, impactful, and delivered on schedule during critical election periods.
Bindery Services
Our in-house bindery department handles all post-print tasks, including cutting, folding, saddle stitching, and die-cutting. This ensures complete quality control from design to finished product. Capabilities extend to specialty finishes like aqueous coating, shrink wrapping, and wafer sealing, providing durable, professional results for direct mail and presentation materials.
People
Rodolph T. Sheahan Sr.
Founder
Founded Sheahan Printing in 1923 after working at Robinson Press. Pioneered offset printing in Northern Rhode Island in 1941. Transformed the company into a family legacy, retiring in 1974 after 51 years of leadership.
David Sheahan
Co-Owner
Joined in 1986, leading the estimating department. Now co-owns Sheahan Printing, focusing on commercial print quality and client consultations. Represents the third generation's commitment to innovation and service excellence.
Kevin Sheahan
Co-Owner
Joined in 1988, managing customer service. Co-owns the company today, ensuring seamless client interactions. Drives the business's solar-powered transition and maintains its union-certified status as part of third-generation leadership.
Questions
What printing services does Sheahan Printing offer?
We provide offset/digital printing, promotional products, political materials, prepress services, bindery, and union-certified printing.
Is Sheahan Printing environmentally responsible?
Yes. Since 2020, we’ve operated entirely on solar power, reducing CO2 emissions by 51.6 tons annually.
Do you handle political campaign materials?
Yes. We specialize in urgent political printing including lawn signs, door hangers, mailers, and posters for local to national campaigns.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Rhode Island, Northern Rhode Island, and Woonsocket, with clients across the Northeast region.
Can you assist with promotional product selection?
Yes. Our staff helps choose branded items ranging from budget-friendly giveaways to premium corporate gifts for trade shows.
Are your printing services union-certified?
Yes. We’re Rhode Island’s largest union printing company, ensuring quality standards and ethical labor practices.
