Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Printing Industry Solutions Since 1951
Established in 1951 by Arch Oldham, our company has evolved from a printing supply business into a comprehensive solutions provider for multichannel print manufacturers. We specialize in prepress, pressroom, and bindery equipment while maintaining a strong commitment to technical excellence and customer service. Our family-owned operation has expanded across the U.S., offering expert guidance in automated workflow solutions, digital asset management, and color management systems. The team delivers G7 color expertise combined with cutting-edge technology like Esko Premedia Software and CMYK ROI Calculator. We provide tailored consulting services including workflow analysis, pressroom audits, and implementation of efficiency-enhancing technologies.Our product portfolio covers digital printers, platemaking equipment, quality control tools, and specialized consumables across multiple printing segments. Through strategic acquisitions and continuous innovation, we've maintained industry leadership while preserving our founding principles of partnership and service. Our dual locations in Springfield, IL and Dallas, TX support nationwide operations with in-house ink mixing capabilities and comprehensive logistics. With decades of collective experience, our professionals deliver actionable solutions that address both current challenges and future industry developments.
Services
Consulting Services
Offset & Digital
Flexo Solutions
Sign and Display
Color Management
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1951 with deep industry expertise
- G7 certified color management specialists
- Nationwide service across 16 states
- Comprehensive product portfolio from prepress to finishing
- Custom workflow analysis and process optimization
Associations and certifications
- Idealliance
What people say
Quickly and accurately adjust ink balance
Wealth of knowledge
Seamless transition
Valued supplier
Extremely helpful
Services
Consulting Services
Our expert consultants provide workflow analysis, pressroom audits, and process optimization solutions tailored to print manufacturers' specific needs. We identify operational bottlenecks and implement technology-driven improvements that enhance efficiency across prepress, production, and finishing stages. With decades of industry experience, our team delivers actionable recommendations that translate into measurable productivity gains and cost savings.
Flexo Solutions
We offer comprehensive flexo printing solutions featuring Asahi plates, Esko hardware, and specialized consumables. Our G7-certified experts provide color management systems and closed-loop calibration tools that ensure consistent quality across packaging and label applications. From equipment selection to process optimization, we support converters in achieving superior print performance and operational efficiency.
Color Management
Our color management services combine X-Rite scanning systems with CMYK ink zone control for precise digital color matching. We implement closed-loop systems that maintain consistent color standards across multiple print channels. Clients receive expert training and ongoing support to maintain brand color integrity while reducing setup time and material waste.
Offset & Digital
We supply integrated offset and digital printing solutions featuring hybrid presses, platemaking equipment, and substrate solutions. Our offerings include RISO commercial printers, Fiery workflow software, and Kodak digital systems. Clients benefit from our application-specific expertise in selecting and optimizing equipment for high-volume commercial print production.
Sign and Display
Our sign and display solutions cover direct-to-substrate printing equipment, dye sublimation inks, and finishing systems. We provide integrated hardware-software solutions for creating high-impact visual displays, including direct digital corrugated printing systems. Our equipment portfolio supports both indoor and outdoor applications with color-accurate digital reproduction.
Questions
What printing sectors does your company serve?
We support commercial printing, packaging, flexo, and wide format print manufacturers with comprehensive equipment and technical solutions.
Do you provide technical support nationwide?
Yes, we serve 16 states with local offices in Illinois and Texas offering equipment sales, training, and ongoing technical support.
Are your team members certified in industry standards?
Our color management specialists are G7-certified and have decades of combined experience implementing Idealliance standards.
Can you help with workflow modernization?
We offer complete workflow audits and implement digital solutions that eliminate bottlenecks and improve production efficiency.
What equipment brands do you represent?
We partner with leading manufacturers including Esko, Kodak, Xitron, and RISO to provide cutting-edge printing solutions.
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