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Equipment, Technology and Process Tools that make your ideas work

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Equipment, Technology and ProcessTools that make your ideas work

Pre-media

What we’re working with:

Fuji FineScan 5000 �flatbed�scanner

Electronic Proofreading Step 1: Art Proof

Electronic Proofreading Step 2: Scan Proof

Creating a bridge between ideas�and�the�digital�and�physical�worlds�requires�skilled�artisans�equipped�with�a�robust�set�of�tools,�which�is�what�we�have�at�CRW�Graphics.�With�a�well-thought-out�plan�for�every�project,�the�CRW�team�effectively�applies�our�quality-focused�procedures,�tools,�and�technologies—transforming�your�ideas�into�reality.

From�design�to�delivery,�Pre-media�is�where�your�digital�visions�are�refined�for�electronic�delivery,�or�transformed�into�a�physical�product.�To�do�this,�CRW�employs�a�multi-layered�security�model,�advanced�software�and�computer�hardware�with�designed-in�redundancy,�which�allows�us�to�act�as�a�‘cloud�provider’�for�our�clients�and�efficiently�produce�your�work.

Work Stations & Graphics SoftwareCRW�Graphics�maintains�networked�Macintosh�and�Windows�computers�for�processing�client�files,�custom�composition,�and�disk�intervention.�Our�sophisticated�retouching�and�image�enhancement�are�the�finest�in�the�industry.�CRW�has�a�streamlined�PDF�workflow.�Files�are�processed�using�a�combination�of�Heidelberg�Prinect�PrintReady�full�PDF�workflow�with�(2)�Meta�Dimension�RIPs�and�Xerox�Freeflow�workflow�management�software.

Printing

Finishing

Operated�by�artisan�press�crews�with�over�20�average�years�of�experience,�CRW’s�digital�and�offset�presses�are�tuned�and�calibrated�to�accurately�and�consistently�produce�your�most�critical�work.�Attention�to�detail�and�craftsmanship�combined�with�environmentally�friendly�inks,�curing,�and�coatings�bring�your�ideas�to�life.

Great�printing�requires�great�finishing.�At�CRW�we�have�a�broad�range�of�in-house�capabilities,�complemented�with�approved�outside�bindery�partners.�The�end�result�is�that�we�can�provide�the�finishing�that�your�most�creative�work�requires.�This�allows�us�to�complete�a�wide�array�of�projects,�from�basic�stationery�and�business�cards,�to�packaging�and�complex�kitted�products.�In�addition,�tight�integration�with�our�digital�and�Mail�Shop�capabilities�lets�us�streamline�the�use�of�variable�data�and�postal�optimization,�saving�both�time�and�money.

Delivery

Web & Data Services

• Microsoft�SQL�Server�for�database�operations• �MySQL�Open�source�SQL�for�compatibility• �Autodesk�AutoCAD�for�three�dimensional�or�

engineered�products• �Microsoft�Visual�Studio�for�.NET�development

• Secure�FTP�with�automated�“push”�or�“pull”�capabilities�for�data�communications

• Jasper�and�Crystal�Report�for�custom�reporting• The�Vault™�Digital�Asset�Management�System• Workspaces�web-to-print�platform

In�today’s�fast-paced�digital�environment,�having�a�complete�software�development,�automation,�and�communications�framework�in�place�is�required�to�meet�the�demands�of�variable�data�and�versioned�production,�distribution,�and�response�measurement�and�analysis.�CRW�Graphics�maintains�an�extensive�set�of�software�tools�and�a�web-based�framework�beyond�those�associated�with�graphics�to�efficiently�provide�data�handling�and�extensive�online�services.�Our�utilities�and�cloud-based�services�include:

Pre-media

PhotoshopIllustratorInDesignQuarkXPressPrintshop�Mail

Variable�DataExcel�(.csv,�.xls,�etc.)

Microsoft�Publisher

Microsoft�WordImprov3HTML5

Original Files

Proofing

Offset Presses

ScannerDigital

Offset

Signa Station

PDFImposed

PDF

Press Sheet

Finished Piece

Printing Finishing Delivery

Digital Presses

ColorXerox�iGen150�(14.33”�x�26”)Xerox�XC1000i�(13”�x�19”)�w/�gold,�silver,�clearXerox�Versant�80�(proofing)

Black OnlyKodak�E-125�Digi�Master�(14”�x�18.5”)MICR�(3)�HP�9050�DN��(secure�check�printing)

GMG�ColorServer(2)�Epson�SureColor�T-9000�Wide-Format�ProoferseDocs/Web�Portal

Color Management

i1iSis�2�XL�X-rite�Pantone�SpectrophotometerX-rite�Exact�Spectrophotometer

Imposition Proofing

DJet�Impoproofer�with��(2)�Epson�SureColor�T-7000sElectronic�Bluelines�(EBL)

Platesetters

(2)�Suprasetter�S105

Heidelberg�CD�102�(28”�x�40”)� 6-color�LED-UV +�aqueous

Heidelberg�CD�102�(28”�x�40”)� 6-color�+�aqueous

Heidelberg�102Z�Speedmaster�(28”�x�40”)� 4-color�+�perfector

Bobst�SP�Evoline�102-E�DiecutterPolar-Mohr�137�Monitor�54”�CutterPolar�137�ED�54”�Cutter�SystemPolar�66�26”�Cutter

Morgana�DigiPro�FolderBaum�714�Folder�w/�right-angle(2)�Moll�Autogluers �-2�multifeeders�(for�tip-in�&�inserting)� -label�machine�(apply�labels)

MBO�-�NavigatorMBO�-�26”�with�GMG�GluerMBO�-�30”�with�Blank�DetectorStahl�B-20�FolderStahl�Z-Knife�Soft�Folding�Unit

Challenge�Round�Cornering�MachineAcme�Book�StitcherChallenge�Multi-Hole�Paper�Drill

Texwrap�2219�Automatic�L-Sealer(2)�Portable�ShrinkwrapsWexler�Automatic�Paper�Bander

Cutting/Die-Cutting

Duplo�20-Pocket�Collator/� Booklet�Maker

Sterling�Perfect�BinderGBC�Sickinger�Universal�Speed�PunchPlastic�Coil�MachineWiro-InserterMuller�Martini�Bravo-T�Stitcher��6-Pocket�+�Cover�Feeder��� �with�Signature�Recognition

Binding

Inkjet�Line�with�WaveJet,�3�tabbersFlowmaster�StationStream�Inserter�with�MCS�Inkjet�&�Live�Stamp�Applicator

Datamax�I�Class�Thermal�Label�PrinterVidek�Vision�Sensor�2030�postal�barcode�scanner

Mailing Equipment

Packing

26’�Straight�Truck�w/�Lift�GateNissan�NV200�VanHonda�Fit

UPSFedExUSPS�Bulk�Parcel

Shipping/FulfillmentHand Finishing

Folding/Forming

CRW�Graphics’�dependable,�full-service�Mail�Shop�gets�your�printed�pieces�into�the�hands�of�your�target�audience�at�the�most�economical�postal�rates.�Starting�with�a�postal�preflight�done�by�a�team�of�Certified�Postal�Designers,�we�check�every�job�CRW�prints�that�is�destined�to�be�mailed�for�conformance�to�postal�specifications.�We�then�procure�and/or�postal�sort�your�mailing�lists.�Finally,�we�process�conventional�direct�mail,�Every�Door�Direct�Mail,�or�bulk�package�shipments�to�get�your�messages�and�packages�delivered�on�time,�every�time.�

Professional ServicesOur�team�of�dedicated�programmers�and�graphic�specialists�solve�the�problems�that�you�and�your�clients�face�when�trying�to�tie�up�all�the�loose�ends.�Our�diverse�Professional�Service�offerings�can�streamline�your�processes�well�beyond�ink-on-paper,�ensuring�a�consistent�message�across�various�platforms.�CRW’s�patented�web-based�ordering�and�fulfillment�services�help�to�decentralize�purchasing�while�maintaining�centralized�content�and�budgetary�control.�Bring�your�challenges�to�us�for�cost-effective�and�time-saving�solutions.

Providing�the�highest�quality�products�and�services�is�ingrained�in�our�culture,�processes,�and�systems�at�CRW�Graphics�to�ensure�that�your�vision�makes�the�best�possible�impression.�We�start�every�step�of�our�production�process�using�a�Quality�Checklist�so�that�nothing�gets�missed.�We�complement�this�with�numerous�scanning�and�electronic�comparison�systems�to�re-check�our�work�and�ensure�accuracy�throughout�our�production�process.

CRW’s�ISO�9001:2015�Certified�Quality�Management�System�provides�for�continuous�improvement�and�coordination�of�training,�process,�and�service�delivery.�When�issues�arise�the�root�cause�is�discovered,�promptly�rectified,�and�most�importantly,�there�is�a�fast�resolution�(Corrective�Action)�so�that�you�are�always�completely�satisfied.

Quality ChecklistsQuality�Process�Checklists�are�an�integral�part�of�CRW’s�entire�workflow.�They�are�utilized�from�job�creation�and�initial�review,�all�the�way�through�to�shipping�or�mailing.�These�important�tools�focus�our�production�team�on�our�refined�procedures,�while�bringing�your�ideas�to�life.

ICC Color Calibration / G7 ControlOur�award-winning�color�is�controlled�using�Monaco�Profiler,�Gretag�MacBeth�Profilemaker,�calibrated�X-Rite�Exact,�and�I1�ISis�2�XL�Spectrophotometers�(for�spot�color�measurement),�and�Heidelberg�Prepress�System�for�creating�and�transmitting�CIP4�information�to�our�presses�and�bindery�equipment.

Electronic ProofreadingThis�is�a�two-step�system�which�first�compares�the�content�of�your�original�files�to�our�imposed�production�files�to�ensure�consistency.�Then�the�imposed�file�is�checked�against�a�scan�of�the�actual�printed�sheet�to�ensure�that�the�final�product�is�exactly�what�you�envisioned.�A�quality�report�for�your�records�is�available�upon�request.

Corrective ActionAn�important�part�of�our�quality�system�is�a�formal�corrective�action�procedure.�We�immediately�inform�you�and�address�the�situation,�so�you�are�satisfied�with�our�work.�Next,�we�determine�the�root�cause�of�the�problem,�then�apply�our�Continuous�Improvement�process�to�update�our�procedures,�educate�all�involved,�and�address�the�cause�going�forward.�In�other�words,�we�learn�from�experience�and,�therefore,�we’re�always�improving.

Network Infrastructure & SecuritySecurely�connecting�to�the�Internet�is�done�at�CRW�using�two�40�megabit+�circuits�from�Tier�1�Internet�Service�Providers,�automated�aggregation,�and�redundant�SonicWall�NSA�3500�firewalls�with�Unified�Threat�Management.

StorageDigital�storage�is�a�combination�of�technologies,�including�NAS�RAIDs,�conventional�RAIDs,�Microsoft�Storage�Spaces�running�clustered�Windows�2016�servers�and�associated�JBODs;�all�backed�up�using�an�enterprise�disk-to-disk-to-(offsite)�disk�system.

Chemistry-Free PlatesettingA�pair�of�Heidelberg�Suprasetter�S105�fully�automated�Platesetters,�using�chemistry-free�plates,�eliminate�all�of�the�chemical�waste�and�water�usage�associated�with�plate-making.�This�saves�over�150,000�gallons�of�water�per�year.

Chemical collection systemCRW�has�eliminated�chemical�waste�from�going�down�the�drain�by�working�with�our�recycling�partner.�We�have�a�2,000�gallon�collection�tank,�plumbed�specifically�to�work�with�collection�tanker�trucks,�to�safely�process�used�fountain�solution�and�waste�water.�Even�the�bucket�of�mop�water�from�cleaning�the�floor�is�not�put�down�a�public�drain!

ServersRedundant�hardware�servers�connected�over�a�10�gigabit�ethernet�hosting�Windows�and�Linux�virtual�machines�provide�high�availability�and�performance,�while�reducing�environmental�impact�by�using�less�power.�

PowerToday’s�computer�systems�are�interdependent.�It�is�slow�and�difficult�to�recover�from�interruptions�in�power.�In�order�to�provide�consistent�power�availability,�CRW�has�enterprise-scale�back-up�power,�provided�by:

• Eaton�50�kVa�UPS�system• Generac�250�kVa�stand-by�generator�

RecyclingCRW’s�policy�of�recycling�paper,�skids,�and�plates�is�environmentally�friendly�and�just�good�business.�We�segregate�our�waste�streams�for�recycling,�and�use�a�hydraulic�baler�to�condense�paper�waste�prior�to�shipment.�

Blanket WashA�Maratek�SSP-100�blanket�wash�recycling�system�allows�CRW�to�replenish�our�blanket�wash,�reducing�trucking,�material�usage,�and�chemical�waste.�

Certified Quality Management System-ISO 9001:2015

Infrastructure

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We make ideas work.

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