Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Printing Partner in Nashville Since 1931
Allen Printing has been a family-run cornerstone of Middle Tennessee's printing industry since 1931. Founded by Mr. Allen with a focus on short-run Christian publications, the business transitioned through generations of leaders committed to excellence, including Howard Bunkus Crump, Tony Pack, and current co-owners Shannon and Paul Heffington. Our legacy is built on three core principles: treating every client like family, maintaining cutting-edge production capabilities, and delivering unmatched customer service from project inception to delivery. With over nine decades of experience, we combine time-tested craftsmanship with advanced technology in prepress, digital production, offset printing, and bindery services.Our team of seasoned professionals leverages state-of-the-art equipment to handle projects of any scale while maintaining the personal touch that has defined our brand since inception. From technical file preparation to custom finishing options, we ensure every detail meets exact specifications. This dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has earned us enduring trust across Middle Tennessee and beyond. As we continue serving diverse industries, our commitment remains unchanged: prioritize client needs, uphold family values, and deliver printing solutions that exceed expectations.
Services
Prepress Services
Digital Production
Offset Printing
Bindery Services
File Preparation
Proofing Services
Sheet Sizes
Custom Binding
Color Matching
Saddle Stitching
Details
- Year established: 1931
Highlights and features
- We've delivered quality printing solutions for over 90 years
- Our family-owned business maintains personal client relationships
- We operate state-of-the-art digital and offset printing equipment
- Our bindery department handles complex finishing requirements
- Our team provides technical expertise from file preparation to delivery
Services
Prepress Services
Our Prepress Department ensures digital files meet printing specifications. Using advanced workflow systems and color proofers, we prepare high-resolution PDFs for offset or digital presses. Clients receive technical guidance on artwork setup, bleed areas, paper selection, and proofing timelines, ensuring print-ready files that maintain design integrity.
Digital Production
Our Digital Department handles short-run projects with fast deadlines. Utilizing high-speed copiers like the Canon imagePRESS V1350 and Riso C9500, we produce quality prints up to 36" sheet sizes. Capabilities include variable data printing, envelope printing, and finishing options like 3-hole drilling and saddle stitching for immediate project completion.
Offset Printing
Our offset presses handle runs from 1,000 to 1,000,000+ units. With five-color LED UV presses and aqueous coating capabilities, we deliver precise color consistency on stocks up to 24pt. The Heidelberg Speedmaster and Ryobi 900 series presses ensure economical efficiency for high-volume commercial printing projects while maintaining exceptional print quality.
Bindery Services
Our full-service bindery department offers precision cutting, folding, and binding solutions. Using Heidelberg foil stamping equipment and Horizon perfect binders, we complete projects with custom sizes, bookbinding, and specialty finishes. Capabilities include die-cutting, scoring, and automated coil insertion to transform printed sheets into professional finished products.
Custom Printing
From concept to delivery, our team provides customized printing solutions for unique requirements. With extensive equipment ranging from UV coaters to 54" cutters, we handle specialty substrates, oversized formats, and complex finishing. Our consultative approach ensures each project receives specialized attention to meet specific dimensional, structural, and aesthetic requirements.
People
Paul Heffington
Business Owner
Paul Heffington, co-owner of Allen Printing since 1995, maintains the family tradition of customer-focused service. With over 25 years of leadership experience.
Shannon Heffington
Business Owner
Shannon Heffington, co-owner alongside her husband Paul, upholds the third-generation family printing legacy. She ensures operational excellence across all departments.
Questions
What printing services does Allen Printing offer?
We provide complete prepress, digital production, offset printing, and bindery services. Capabilities include custom file preparation, short-run digital output, high-volume offset printing, and full finishing solutions.
How quickly can you complete an urgent printing project?
Our digital department delivers short-run projects rapidly. Turnaround depends on complexity, but standard business cards ship within 3 business days after file approval.
What file formats do you prefer for printing?
We require high-resolution PDFs with proper bleed areas. Our prepress team provides detailed submission guidelines for optimal print quality and production efficiency.
Can you handle large commercial printing quantities?
Yes, our offset presses efficiently handle runs from 1,000 to millions of units while maintaining consistent quality and color accuracy across all print volumes.
Do you offer binding and finishing options?
Our bindery department provides cutting, folding, saddle stitching, perfect binding, and specialty finishing services using state-of-the-art equipment for professional results.
