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Specialty Papers: a ZINGular Value

Specialty Papers: a ZINGular Value“We just don’t have the budget for this.” It’s a common mantra we all hear just about every day.

Reduced page counts and conservative print quantities help you combat tight budgets. But when everything is said and done, you still want your design to demand attention and make an emotional impact.

Welcome to the world of specialty papers. ...more

Hot Paper News

PANTONE Goe Webinar Slated for August 26
It’s an event for PaperSpecs members not to be missed! Sabine Lenz will moderate a special one-hour Webinar with Bob Finch, Pantone National Sales Manager – Graphics North America. Finch will guide you through a review of the PANTONE Goe System and its components. ...more
 

Reich Paper Takes a Shine to FSC
Actually, three of Reich’s specialty papers – CT, Shine and Odeon – have all received FSC certification.

As Reich Paper transitions to an all-FSC inventory, the company invites you to contact them, or visit their Web site for the latest information. While some current inventory of the brands predates certification, FSC-certified stock is already available for most items. All new inventory will also bear the FSC logo. ...more
 

It’s a Finch Fine Day for PCW
Finch Fine is now made with 10 percent postconsumer recycled content. The new recycled content is standard across the Fine line — in offset and digital sizes; in shades of 98-bright Bright White, Soft White and Vanilla; in Ultra Smooth and Antique finishes; and in every basis weight from 40 lb. text to 200 lb. double-thick cover. ...more
 

Mohawk Backs Up Carbon Neutral Claims
Mohawk Fine Papers has again joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Climate Leaders program, successfully completing EPA base year reporting requirements. To remain a member of the Climate Leaders program, the mill submits an annual report of its emissions inventory data to EPA and must pass a required site visit evaluation. ...more
 

 


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