General questions


What does the print production process involve? There are three stages to the print production process: reprographics, printing and finishing (click on the links to find out more about each stage). Ashford Colour Press provides all three stages of this process, so as to prevent time delay and quality problems in sub-contracting services.


Is our work secure?

We consider this very important, so the factory is highly secure:

• A key fob system controls all entrances including offices
• The entire unit is covered by zonal monitored burglar and fire alarm system
• Entry to Fareham Reach is also restricted by a manned gate, which is locked at night

These security systems enable us to produce work of a confidential nature.


Are you an environment-friendly company?

The print process generates waste from paper, machines and ink disposal.

Our factory has an integral waste removal system for paper which is attached to a compactor. This is fed from the binder, stitcher and guillotines, and we upgraded the system to include the folders in 2001.

We are in the process of installing a Technotran recycling system, rag recycling programme and are currently working towards Environmental Standard ISO 14001.


Reprographics questions


How should we supply files?

We can accept files via ISDN or any common storage device. For more information about how our fully-integrated computer to plate system can save you time and expense, see reprographics. Click here for more information on preparing your files to send us.


How can I avoid font problems?

Make sure you supply us with all the fonts used in your job, including any fonts within graphics. Avoid true type fonts and menu stylising.


Pressroom What is the maximum sheet size you can print?

820 x 1130mm is the maximum.


What is your print capacity?

Our six printing presses can product 43 million A4 sheets per week.  

Finishing


What finishing styles can you do in-house?

We offer a wide variety of finishing styles including burst, PUR, cased, loose leaf, saddle stitching and wiro binding. For more information see the section on finishing styles.