Custom Packaging

I was going to title this "Custom Packaging, New at DeFrance" but the reality is we have been creating & producing packaging here for decades. It just hasn't been one of our main focuses, that is until recently......

As we continue to grow our digital print we have noticed a great fit for short to mid sized packaging products. Either upstart's or existing companies who want to create a new product. Utilizing digital & offset print allows the client to order short runs not only saving them start up costs but giving them the flexibility to test the packaging prior to future larger runs.

Here is an example of a short run project-

Project Specs-
Quantity- 500 finished boxes
Description- Crayon Box design but used for App pens for local schools
Paper- 12 Point Chip Board
Ink- Black Soy based ink
Finishing- Die Cutting, Gluing and Bulk Box

This box would have been perfect for digital print but the client wanted the piece to be recycled and environmentally friendly so we offset printed the black with a soy based ink.

If you are interested in learning more about DeFrance's packaging or print capabilities please call or email us today.
619.474.8626
ronnie@defranceprinting.com
or check out our website for more details-
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USPS Summer Sale!

Good morning!!!
We'll you've either clicked on the QR code, typed in the URL or just happened to find us online. Regardless of how, thank you for reading.

If you haven't heard yet the USPS is offering a 3% discount on postage to pieces that include QR Codes which can be read by smart phones.



The requirements are:

1.All mailpieces in the mailing must include a mobile two-dimensional barcode on the outside of the mailpiece or within the mailpiece.

2.The mobile barcode must be used for marketing purposes and must be relevant to the contents of the mailpiece. The objective of the two-dimensional mobile barcode on eligible mail pieces must be to initiate interaction with consumers via mobile smartphones to market, promote, or educate.

3.Standard Mail and First-Class Mail letters and flats must be sent with postage paid entirely using a permit imprint and submitted electronically using Postal Wizard, Mail.dat, or Mail.XML to qualify for the discount. (Mailings submitted via Postal Wizard claiming IMb postage rates cannot exceed 9,999 pieces.)

4.The Mobile Barcode Promotion must be affirmatively claimed on the “Incentive Claimed” line in the certification section of the postage statement.

5.Mail must be tendered for acceptance during the promotion period, July 1, 2011 through August 31, 2011.

This discount is really straight forward, integrate a QR code in your printed piece and receive the discount, simple. We are encouraging all of our mail & marketing customers to participate and enjoy the discount. Call or email us to day to learn more about this amazing deal!

DeFrance Printing
619.474.8626
ronnie@defranceprinting.com

Generate Better Returns with Custom Direct Mail | Deliver Magazine

This is a great article on how custom Direct can and does make a difference in your marketing. It's funny because when talking postcards, selfmailers or newsletters people are constantly hammering on the price. Now, I understand price is important but isnt your ROI (Return on Investment) more important? If not it should be, read more to see why-

Generate Better Returns with Custom Direct Mail | Deliver Magazine

After reading this article if you want to learn more about custom directmail call DeFrance today, we're here to help.

Ronnie Williams
619.474.8626
ronnie@defranceprinting.com

FPO Awards: Winners for Hyperquake piece!

Congrats to everyone at Hyperquake!


The combo Letterpress/Embossed posters to celebrate Hyperquake's 10th Anniversary have been a huge hit and were just recently awarded the best "Poster for Self-Promotion" by For Print Only. It was an awesome project to be apart of and we look forward to the next one.
To see all of the winners click here-
FPO Awards: Winners
or to go to their website to see more-
http://www.hyperquake.com/#/work

Enjoy

DeFrance Printing
619.474.8626