RESEARCH - PAPER CONT..

I have been researching companies that do printing and type of paper they are using. I AM INTERESTED IN RECYCLED PAPER, SUSTAINABLE AND PERHAPS WITH PARTICLES OF WOOD, THAT WOULD CREATE COHERENCE WITH MY PROJECT:

http://www.seacourt.net/waterless-printing.php

probably the best so far...and they print with waterless ink!!


"Seacourt have reduced VOC emissions by over 98.5% and save a huge amount of water each and every year."

We are UK's Waterless print company...

Waterless Printing is the ultimate environmentally friendlier printing process and produces a higher quality product than lithography, with brighter colours, sharper dots and finer screen rulings possible.
The process is exactly the same as Offset lithography, except we no longer use and pollute vast amounts of fresh, finite water. We print using silicone coated plates which save us using water in the printing process and therefore extremely nasty chemicals, such as Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) that produce VOC emissions, which seriously harm all living things.


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http://www.printitshop.co.uk/understanding-printing/paper-types

Art Paper

This kind of paper is coated with a fine clay compound that creates an either gloss or matt effect on both sides of the page.
Uses: brochures, calendars, magazine covers, magazine text

Bond Paper

Originally used for documents such as government bonds, it is stronger and more durable than the average sheet of paper. It is mostly made from rag pulp as opposed to the lower grade wood pulp and its aesthetical look makes it popular for letterheads and image building stationery.
Uses: letterheads, envelopes, typed reports

Carbonless - Self Copy Paper

This paper is coated with chemicals which transfer images or text from one sheet to another when under pressure from writing or typing.
Uses: application forms, computer stationery, time saving stationery.

Cast Coated Paper

This type of paper is pressed against metal drums while its coating is still wet producing a very high gloss, mirror-like finish and superior smooth surface. Its flexibility makes it an excellent option for folding and scoring since it keeps cracking to a minimum.
Uses: packaging

Coated paper

The paper is coated to produce dull, gloss, matt, or other finishes. Coated paper has better reflectivity and produces sharper, brighter images.
Uses: varied, depending on type of coating.

Gloss coated paper

It has a high shine and very smooth surface making it ideal for promotional work. The ink dries particularly well here so it can eliminate the need for a seal varnish to prevent ink rubbings and marks
Uses: brochures, pamphlets, flyers, presentations

Matt coated paper

This paper is coated to give it a matt finish as opposed to the gloss coated paper look. It is perfect for producing images without the glare that can come with the gloss options though it’s recommended to apply a sealed varnish to protect from ink rubbings.
Uses: leaflets, flyers, reports

Newsprint

This low-cost, non-archival paper has an off-white cast and distinctive feel. It is widely used to print newspapers and advertising material because it is economical, strong enough to run through high-speed web printing presses and accepts four-color printing.
Uses: newspapers, advertising material

Pulpboard

These are uncoated boards made of wood pulp that can be white or coloured and come in various different densities.
Uses: packaging, mounting prints

Recycled paper

Recycled paper is partly or entirely made from re-used paper products. Its production uses much less energy than virgin paper and reduces waste in landfills.

Silk coated paper

This paper has a smooth silky coating giving it a low surface shine. Smoother than the matt coated kind but not as glossy as the gloss coated paper, it is a good compromise between the two.
Uses: catalogues, books, mailing, magazines and periodicals

Uncoated paper

This plain paper without coating has a unique ink receptivity and absorbency. It is most popularly used for printed items that will also require pen writing such as forms and memos.
Uses: forms, business reply cards, letterheads, memo paper

Watermarked paper

This watermark gives a distinctive prestige and is used in high quality paper such as Conqueror. In the manufacturing process an impression is pressed into the paper by attaching a wire pattern or by using relief sculptures to create the desired effect.
Uses: logo, paper type description, security feature

I have sent an email requesting samples.

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http://www.blog.blushpublishing.co.uk/category/business-cards/
very good quality printers...interesting they can print business cards on recycled board...like that one:



I have sent an email requesting samples.

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http://www.greenhousegraphics.co.uk/print/sustainable-print/

Sustainable printing. As the name suggests, the company has been involved in sustainable print since its inception in 1993. Unlike others, who have only recently started to think sustainably, we have a vast amount of knowledge about the issues with regards sustainability in the print sector and, because of this knowledge and experience, can deliver real business benefits to customers. Our environmental initiatives include:

• The significant reduction of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) emissions through the almost complete eradication of IPA (Industrial Alcohol) on our presses
• The significant reduction of VOC emissions through the use of vegetable oil based inks and non VOC washes
• The total elimination of hazardous waste emissions in our print process as verified by HAZRED
• The generation of our own energy through the installation of PV Solar Panels in 2005
• The reduction in energy demand through the installation of both PIR and segmented lighting systems and a 'Switch off' policy
• The recycling of nearly all waste from our litho print processes
• Gaining EMAS Accreditation in 2011
• Achieving ISO14001 Accreditation and being members of a FSC group scheme (certificate number CU-COC-807273-AW)
• The introduction of our unique carbon calculator in 2009 giving carbon values for a range of printed items.
• The significant reduction in waste by the implementation of our bespoke MIS, which monitors production efficiencies through investment in CIP3 Ink Profiling and the investment in Horizon and Morgana equipment to significantly reduce set-up waste in the finishing process.
• Liaison with existing customers to reduce/eliminate the use of packaging