Select the printed product that you would like to order.
Step
1. Confirm your Sample order options:
a. Chose your Run Size b. Choose Print Color c. Choose Dimension d. Choose Stock e. Choose
Pages ( Booklets Only) f. Choose Product Turnaround Time g. Select Continue
Step
2. Enter your login information
Fill out all the required fields for the login
information. If you are not a registered user Please
create an account with SAF Printing.
Step
3. Sample Screen after login:
At this point your job can be reviewed in the
shopping bag, you can pay via PayPal or Google
Checkout or call us for more payment options.
Step
3. Sample Screen upload Art Work:
Once you have paid for the Job you can upload
your art work.
Our prepress technicians
will review it for potential printing problems
If it's ok, we'll e-mail you with a link to your finished proof
As soon as you approve your proof, we'll begin print production
If your file has problems, we'll do our best to assist you with corrections
Preparing your files
Resolution:
For an image to print properly, the image should
be
saved at 300 ppi at the final printed size. Never
increase the total pixel dimension of raster
image.
For example, if you have an image that is 400 x
600 pixels at 100 ppi, and you increase it to 1200
x 1800 pixels by changing from 100 ppi to 300 ppi,
the printed image will be fuzzy.
Printed from a file at 300 ppi
Printed from a file at 100 ppi
Outlined Fonts: When submitting
EPS or PDF files, you must convert your fonts into
outlines fonts. Outlining eliminates the need to
send fonts with your files, while maintaining a
nice, crisp typeface.
Vector Type
Rasterrized Type
Rich Black:
When you want an area of solid black within a document,
100% black
(K) does not produce a solid, saturated black.
For best results, use Rich Black, as represented
by C:50% M:40% Y:40% K:100%.
Rich Black
Black
Minimum Line Thickness:
If you are using a line border, be sure to make
the line
at least .25pt.
thick to assure the line prints correctly.
Turnaround Time: We start counting
the turnaround time when you send your order to
press. Orders sent to press after 5pm Eastern Standard
Time will begin counting turnaround time the next
business day.
Proofing: Hardcopy
proofs are recommended for any job that is color
sensitive. Hardcopy proofs are the only way to
guarantee that you get exactly what you want. Turnaround
time does not begin until the proof has been approved.
File Types:
We recommend the following file formats EPS, PS,
PDF, PS, PSD, TIF, and JPG. Some formats produce
better results that others. PDF, EPS are vector
formats that produce better results for text that
raster formats such as PSD, TIF or JPG.
CMYK Color Mode:
The color mode of submitted files must be CMYK.
If your files are submitted using any other color
standard, such as RGB or Pantone, they will be
converted to CMYK. Conversion from one color standard
to another may cause colors to shift.
Billing
Your credit card bill will read "SAF PRODUCTIONS
LLC".
Do you accept purchase orders?
Yes. But we are only able to accept Purchase Orders
for schools, universities, and government institutions.
Please
contact a Customer Service Representative at
1-860-730-2898.
Do you offer terms or can you bill me?
No. SAF Printing.com requires payment in full prior
to any work being completed. We accept check, money
order,
Visa, MasterCard. We also now welcome PayPal payments.
Will I get an invoice?
Once you complete your online order you will receive
an invoice with your shipped order.
Blind Shipping
What is Blind Shipping?
As far as your clients are concerned, your ARE the printer!
Your order will be shipped with your Company Name
and Information as the return shipping address. All
Blind Shipped order will be shipped in a plain box
with no additional advertisements or promotions packed
with your order.
How do I change my shipping?
Shipping changes are time consuming and costly for
us. In the event that you need to change any shipping
information
(shipping service, destination address, etc.) after
you have placed your order you will be charged
an additional
$10.
Shipping change requests MUST be received
in writing approving all additional changes no later
than 5:00
pm EST the day before the scheduled shipping date.
Call 1-860-730-2898 or email info@safprinting.com
* Please note that we CANNOT ship to a PO Box
Turnaround time
Turnaround Time Tables
For your convenience we have provided a visual representation of our TA times.
Shipping from Fresh Meadows,
NY (11365).
Next Day Turnaround
* orders must be uploaded and approved by 10:00 AM
job ships
Turnaround starts from the time the file upload is complete. If a job has revised files, is placed on hold, or is awaiting proof approval the turnaround starts from time the approval is given. Also note: All booklets/calendars will receive an electronic proof that must be approved before the start of turnaround and printing.
Next Day +1 Turnaround
* orders must be uploaded
and approved by 1:00 PM
job ships
Turnaround starts from the time the file upload is complete. If a job has revised files, is placed on hold, or is awaiting proof approval the turnaround starts from time the approval is given. Also note: All booklets/calendars will receive an electronic proof that must be approved before the start of turnaround and printing.
2 - 4 Turnaround
* orders must be uploaded and approved
by 1:00 PM
job ships
Turnaround starts from the time the file upload is complete. If a job has revised files, is placed on hold, or is awaiting proof approval the turnaround starts from time the approval is given. Also note: All booklets/calendars will receive an electronic proof that must be approved before the start of turnaround and printing.
5 - 7 Turnaround
* orders must be uploaded
and approved by 1:00 PM
job ships
Turnaround starts from the time the file upload is complete. If a job has revised files, is placed on hold, or is awaiting proof approval the turnaround starts from time the approval is given. Also note: All booklets/calendars will receive an electronic proof that must be approved before the start of turnaround and printing.
Submitting materials
Have you made an order
and not submitted any files/materials yet? Or need
to add/replace digital files to your existing job
folder? You may either mail in your files/materials
or upload your digital files to us. Please use
your order number to reference your order.
Please send materials to the
address below. Please note that mailing in replacement
files/materials will affect your turnaround time.
P.O. BOX 1973 Manchester,
CT 06045
You may also send us your layout
instructions via FAX. Please be sure to indicate
your ORDER# on either your cover letter or instructions.
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I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P |
Q | R | S | T | U |
V | W | X |
Y |
Z
Application A program or group of programs designed for the end
user. Application software includes database programs,
word processors, and spreadsheets. Applications can
not run without an operating system.
Aqueous Coating
A clear, non-toxic finish added to
the front side of the postcard to add brilliance and
durability.
Bandwidth The amount of information that can be transmitted over a network such as the
Internet in a certain amount of time.
Bit
The smallest unit of measuring information on the computer. A single bit can
only hold two values, 0 and 1, by combining bits together you can get more
information.
Bindery
The finishing department, which performs operations
on the printed product after it has been printed.
The bindery operations are as follows: Folding, Binding,
Stitching, Scoring, Perforation, Die Cutting, & Envelope
Converting (currently done in house).
Bleed When an image extends off all four sides of the printed
area without a border. If you want the image to extend
to the edge of the paper, then we must cut 1/8 inch
off the printed original to allow for the tolerance
of the printing process. Design full-bleed projects
with the cutting process in mind.
Border
The area between the edge of the image and the edge of the paper.
Browser
A program that locates websites and interprets
text, graphics, sound and video. It allows the user
to view websites and navigate from one to another.
(Example: Netscape and Internet Explorer are the two
most popular browsers)
Bulk Rate
The process of preparing and sorting mail to qualify for reduced postage rates.
The lowest postage rates are available if you sort and automate the addresses
on your mailing list. Bulk-Rate postage is lower than First-class, but Bulk-Rate
has a longer delivery time.
Byte
A measurement of digital data capable of holding
a single charter. A computer reads a byte as one unit
or 8 bits. Larger amounts of memory are found in kilobytes,
megabytes or gigabytes.
Camera-Ready
Art Originals for a printing job that are prepared such that the printer can scan
and print.
CASS (Coding Accuracy Support System)
A service offered to improve the accuracy of address matching. CASS software
will diagnose and correct any problems to ensure delivery point is correct.
Coated Papers that have clay slurry applied to their surface.
These papers can range from extremely shiny to
very dull. The chief benefit of these papers is
that less ink is absorbed into the paper making
for brighter colors and greater detail. Glossy
papers are all coated papers.
CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
The standard color model used in the printing process.
These are the colors referred to in "four color
printing".
Color Proof
A close representation of how the finished
Postcard will look.
Color Separations
The process of separating CMYK
into film layers, each layer is than printed separately
one on top of the other to give the impression of full
color.
Continuous Tone
An unlimited range of color and shades of grays.
Crop
To trim or remove unwanted portions from the image
in order to make it the proper proportion for your
job.
Crop Mark
A small mark outside the printed area used to show
how a product should be cut.
Direct
Imaging A process where a digital image files is converted into CMYK bitmaps (ripped)
and burned directly into the plates by a laser, eliminating the costly and environmentally
questionable film step.
Direct-to-Plate
This is a process where no film is used. A job will go direct to plate and then
print eliminating an extra step, producing better quality.
Dot Pattern
A series of dots that make up a
printed image.
DPI (Dots Per Inch)
A measurement of how many dots can fit into one inch. The higher the amount of
dots the sharper the image will be.
Duotone
A halftone that prints in two colors to create greater visual interest or more
subtle detail and gray tones.
EPS
(Encapsulated Postscript File) A file format for high-resolution images that is often used when you need to
be move an image from one program to another.
File
Extensions Three-digit designations at end of a file name that tell the computer what format
the file has been saved in. (Examples: .doc, .txt, .pdf, .psd)
File Format
Each different type of file has a different file format. A file format specifies
how information is organized. (Examples: .doc, .txt, .pdf, .psd)
Four-Color
Process The process by which full-color photographs
and artwork is reproduced. Four halftones —one
for each of the primary colors, plus black —are
printed one on top of the other, creating the range
of color that was in the original.
FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
A protocol or method used to tranfer or copy files between computers over the
Internet.
Image Graphics or photos that represent the front of a
Postcard.
Inkjet
A type of printer that works by spraying ionized ink at a sheet of paper. Inkjet
printers are capable of producing high quality print resolutions up to 2400
dots per inch. Newer models offer even higher resolutions.
JPEG (Joint Photographic
Experts Group) A file format used for color images. It retains a higher degree of color and
files are smaller. Uncompressed JPEG can be used for high-quality printing.
Mask This is a process used to delete unwanted areas of an image while maintaining
its shape.
Match Print
A color proof made from the printing negatives for a four-color process piece.
This is the most accurate color proof available for analog presses.
Megabyte (MB)
A measurement of data equal to 1,024 kilobytes.
Mockup
A piece that is handmade by the graphic artist to better show you how your finished
piece will look. It generally will be folded and bound the exact way it will
be done in production. Sometimes also referred to as a "comp".
Moire
An undesirable result in an image when a texture or screen is placed one on top
of another. The image will appear fuzzy or wavy.
Offset Lithography Also called Offset Printing it is a process in printing where ink is spread on
a plate then transferred to paper by using a blanket and pressing down.
PDF
(Portable Document Format) A popular way of formatting documents so they can be viewed and printed on multiple
platforms without changing. PDF is a modified Postscript format developed by
Adobe as a standard for the web and for printing.
Pixel An image displayed on a computer is made up of lots of dots called pixels. A
number of pixels displayed is referred to as the image's resolution.
Plates A metal sheet of coated material that transfers
ink from the printing press to paper.
PMS (Pantone Matching System) A printing color standard and selection system.
This is virtually the universal standard for printing
color selection. Most printers have books
containing
samples of more than a thousand colors and their mixing formulas.
PostScript Is a language for printing, meaning it describes
fonts, images and graphics as mathematical expressions
that do not require fonts or other
dependent
files.
Presort First Class Mail The process of preparing and sorting mail
to qualify for reduced postage rates. The lowest First-class
postage rates are available if
you sort and automate
the addresses on your mailing lists.
Primary Colors Are made up of red, green and blue, which
are Additive Primaries, which create white light; and
cyan, magenta, yellow, and black, which
are Subtractive Colors,
which are used for printing.
Process Colors Overlapping dots of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow
and Black (CMYK) used to simulate a large number of
different colors.
Proof A close representation of how the finished
product will look. Also called a "hard copy
proof."
Raster Graphics composed of pixels on a bitmap, allowing for solid colored objects and
graphics as we see them.
Resolution The number of pixels that can fit into one inch
determines the sharpness and quality of an
image. Computer monitors are 72-96 DPI while
most printed jobs
are 300 DPI or above.
RGB (Red, Green, Blue) When mixed together these colors create a white
light. Computer monitors display color in RGB.
Scanner A machine that will convert an image into a screened
pattern to be read by a computer.
Score and Fold To make an indent in paper.
This step is necessary when folding cards.
SCSI: (Small Computer Systems Interface) Pronounced "scuzzy," provides
a faster data transmission than standard devices.
A SCSI is used to attach any externals to a computer.
(Examples: printers, disk drives, display monitors,
keyboards, storage devices, scanner, and mice.)
Sketch/ Mockup A rough drawing by the client
to represent the Postcard layout and design.
Silver
Fifth color, pantone metallic coated 877c. Must be
designed in a vector based graphics program. Acceptable
file types are EPS, CDR, and PDF
Spot Coating / Spot UV
Coating paper only in specific areas as opposed to
all over coating. In a Spot UV job the job gets a
UV coating in only specific areas and does not get
any AQ coating in any other places. Spot UV can be
referred to as spot varnish.
Split Run An order with the same front side
but may have two or more different backsides.
Standard Mail The process of preparing & sorting
mail to qualify for reduced postage rates.
The lowest postage rates are available if you sort
and automate
the addresses on your mailing list. Standard
Mail postage is lower than First-Class, however Standard
Mail has
a longer delivery time. Note: Standard Mail
is not less expensive than First-Class for our Standard
size
postcard.
Tab
Delimited Having tabs as separators between data
elements. For example, in a database or spreadsheet,
the tab key can be used to move from one field or
cell to the next. The file is tab-delimited (even
though the user also has the option to use the mouse
to move around). The data from one of these files
can be exported into a tab delimited text file.
TIFF: (Tagged Image File Format) A TIFF is
the most widely supported file format for storing
images on
a computer. It can handle a range from one bit to
24 bits of photographic image color with equal ease.
A
TIFF can be black and white, grayscale or color.
Typesetting To layout words, text and logos for printing.
Uncoated Paper that is not treated as explained above. Most copier paper, laser printer
paper and stationery is uncoated paper.
UV Coating A liquid coating applied to the printed
piece, which is then bonded and cured with ultraviolet
light. This coating is used to provide a protective
coating to the printed image. Please note that
you CAN NOT write or imprint on a uv coated jobs.
