FAQ’s
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How do I go about getting an quote from Hanover Typocraft?
How long will it take for you to complete my order?
What is the best file format for submitting a document for printing?
What is a proof and why is it needed?
What are the different grades of paper and their respective basis weight?
What is the difference between coated and uncoated paper stock?
What does "camera ready" mean?
What are Pantone colors?
What are the most common sizes of Catalog (Open End) and Booklet (Open Side) Envelopes?
What are the most common Business Envelope sizes?
What is the standard size of the address window on a business envelope?
Envelopes – did you know?
What are the types of bindings I can use for multi-page projects?
How do I go about getting an quote from Hanover Typocraft?
Simply use our online QUOTE REQUEST form by clicking here. Please provide as much information about your job as possible to ensure that we may provide an accurate quote. Or give us a call and speak with one of our customer service representatives.
How long will it take for you to complete my order?
Every job is different. Some jobs can be produced very quickly, even same day, while other jobs may take several days or longer to complete, depending on the complexity of the work required. At Hanover Typocraft, we work hard to meet even your most demanding timelines. Let’s discuss your job.
What is the best file format for submitting a document for printing?
The PDF (Portable Document Format) is generally the preferred file format for submitting a document for printing. It works with virtually all professional printing and digital output devices. By design, a PDF file incorporates the information needed to maintain document consistency from system to system. Most other file formats such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Microsoft Word are easily converted to PDF format. Logos and graphics should be supplied in cdr, ai or eps vector file format.
What is a proof and why is it needed?
A proof is a one-off copy of your printed document used for visual inspection before printing. It ensures that the spelling, layout of all the elements and colours of your document are correct and appear exactly how they are intended to be. For simple jobs, a fax proof will usually suffice … it is the most economical route to go. In some instances, we will produce a proof that will be sent to you online, in the form of a j-peg or PDF file. For multiple-color jobs, we can produce a proof on our output device to show you how the different colors will appear on the final product. A printed proof can be either viewed in our Office or we can arrange to deliver directly to you. Your approval on the final proof is the best assurance you have that every aspect of our work and your own is correct, and that everything reads and appears the way you intended. Mistakes can and sometimes do happen. It benefits everyone if errors are caught in the proofing process rather than after the job is completed and delivered.
What are the different grades of paper and their respective basis weight?
The basis weight of a given grade of paper is defined as the weight (in pounds) of 500 standard-sized sheets of that paper. Keeping that in mind, here are some examples of paper grades and their respective basis weights:
Bond: Most commonly used for Letterhead, Business Forms and Copying. Typical basis weights are 20# for Flyers, Forms and Copying and 24# for Stationery and Brochures.
Text: A higher-quality and more expensive grade paper available in a variety of colours and textures. Most common basis weights are 70# or 80#.
Uncoated Book:The most common grade for offset printing offering increased opacity. Available in a wide range of basis weights including 50#, 60#, 70#, 80# and 100#.
Coated Book: Has a glossy finish that yields vivid colors and overall excellent reproduction. Most common basis weights are 80# or 100#.
NCR Superior Carbonless Paper: Available in 2pt., 3pt., 4pt. or 5pt. standard pre-collated sequences. Also available with pre-perforations . . . great for forms in books!
Cover: Used in creating Business Cards, Postcards, Presentation Folders and Book Covers. Available in both coated and uncoated, basis weights for this grade are 60#, 65#, 80# or 100#.
What is the difference between coated and uncoated paper stock?
Uncoated stock paper is comparatively porous and inexpensive, and is typically used for such applications as forms and basic black-and-white copying. Coated stock, by contrast, is made of higher quality, more expensive paper, having a smooth glossy finish that works well for reproducing sharp text and vivid colors.
What does "camera ready" mean?
In the digital age of printing, it means that an image file submitted for printing is ready for printing without any alterations.
What are Pantone colors?
Pantone colors refer to the Pantone Matching System (PMS), a color matching system used by the printing industry whereby printing colors are identified by a unique name or number (as opposed to just a visual reference). This helps make sure that colors turn out the same from system to system, and print run to print run.
What are the most common sizes of Catalog (Open End)
and Booklet (Open Side) Envelopes?
| Size | Width x Length |
| #3 | 6 1/2" x 9 1/2" |
| #4 | 5 3/4" x 9 1/2" |
| #7 | 9" x 12" |
| #8 | 10" x 13" |
What are the most common Business Envelope sizes?
The chart below indicates the most common sizes in use today:
| Size | Width x Length |
| #8 | 3 5/8" x 6 1/2" |
| #9 | 3 7/8" x 8 7/8" |
| #10 | 4 1/8" x 9 1/2" |
| #11 | 4 1/2" x 9 5/8" |
| #14 | 5" x 11 1/2" |
There are many other sizes available in both Open Side and Open End formats. Contact us for further details on an Envelope that best suits you needs
What is the standard size of the address window on a business envelope?
The address window on a typical business envelope measures 4 1/2" x 1 1/8".
Envelopes – did you know?
Whitewove is the most common and most economical type of Envelope. Natural Tan Kraft offer some security and increased opacity. Greyline or Artline, often referred to as a “Security Envelope” have a printed pattern inside a Whitewove Envelope, offering the best security for your Confidential documents and Cheques.
What are the types of bindings I can use for multi-page projects?
Some of the common methods of binding books and other multi-page documents include: Saddle-stitch binding: Using formed staples along the folded edge of a Booklet to bind them together.
Flat-stitch binding: Using formed staples on the stub edge of an NCR form the stub bind the forms into a Book, usually with a wrap around cover.
Coil binding: Plastikoil is a spiral form of binding threaded through punched holes along the binding edge of the papers. Allows the document to lay open flat, often referred to as “Cookbook binding”
Plastic comb binding (Cerlox Binding): Similar to spiral binding but using a tubular plastic piece with teeth that fit through rectangular holes punched into the binding edge.
Three-ring binding: Holes are punched into the pages, typically along the 11’’ of the sheet at the left margin to fit into a standard binder.