Publishing and Printing Process of Album Printing Manufacturers
I. Design and Typography
The printing process of the album starts from the design stage, the designer uses professional design software to design the album according to the customer's requirements. Usually, a complete picture album design includes three parts: front cover, inside page and back cover. In the design process, designers need to consider the overall style of the album, color collocation, graphic layout and other factors. After the design is completed, the designer will produce a detailed electronic copy.
II. Preparation of CTP Version
And then there'sCTP versionProduction stage.CTP versionIt is an aluminum plate used for printing, consisting of images and text. Designers throughCTP versionTransfers the design to paper.CTP versionThe production of the requires precise calculation of the dimensions of each area to ensure that the printed album is accurate in size.
III. Printing stage
The printing stage is the core of the album printing process. Printing techniques and equipment vary depending on the thickness and material of the album. In general, the printing process for a single-page album includes the following steps：
Paper Feed: The paper conveyor in front of the press feeds paper into the press.
Position paper: the paper is precisely positioned on the platform of the printing press.
Printing: The printing press starts to work, and theCTP versionImages and text on the are transferred to paper.
Paper discharge: After printing is completed, the paper is sent out of the printer to the next process.
IV. Binding Stage
The printed album needs to be bound in order to form a complete book. The way and process of binding varies according to the size and thickness of the album. Generally speaking, common binding methods include paperback, hardcover, horse-riding, and so on. During the binding process, attention needs to be paid to the cutting and splicing of the paper to ensure that the final book is accurate in size.
V. Quality Control and Packaging Phase
Finally, the albums that go through the quality control and packaging stages will be finalized and delivered to the customer.
Quality control includes checking the size, color, and position of the picture album to ensure that the printed picture album meets the customer's requirements. If any problems are found, they need to be corrected in a timely manner.
Anyway,album printingWith its superb skills, innovative design and excellent service, the manufacturer builds a bridge for art and technology. They make each album work a work of art, let people feel the charm of art and the cultural connotation.
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