Finishing & Bindery Services

Your one-stop shop for a range of commercial printing services.

What is Finishing?

In the realm of printing, the term “Finishing” refers to the various processes and enhancements that a print project might undergo after the ink has been applied to the paper. Finishing adds value to a print project by improving its appearance, durability, and/or functionality.

ZNB Enterprises offers a robust variety of finishing services to complete your custom print order.

man operating paper cutter

Finishing Options

Binding

Binding refers to the process of fastening multiple sheets together.

Saddle-Stitching

Saddle Stitched books are stapled through the spine from the exterior and are cinched closed in the centerfold.

Collating

Collating refers to the process of collecting and assembling printed sheets in a specific order.

Cutting/Trimming

Cutting and Trimming is an essential step to yield the desired finished size.

Die-Cutting

Like cookie cutters, cutting dies have thin metal blades formed to match the outline of desired custom shapes.

Drilling

Drilling uses a rotating bit to bore round holes in paper and other substrates.

Folding

Folding involves bending one part of a printed piece back upon itself until it lies flat.

Padding

Padding is the application of a flexible adhesive to a neat stack of printed sheets, creating a pad of paper.

Perforating

Perforating refers to the process of creating a series of tiny holes or slits in a sheet of paper, cardstock, or other substrate.

Punching

Punching involves forcing a sharp die through a substrate to bore through it.

Scoring

Scoring refers to making a crease or slight indentation in paper or cardstock so that it folds cleanly.

Sequential Numbering

Sequential Numbering refers to the printing of numbers, in consecutive order, onto a batch of printed pieces.

Yes, ZNB Enterprises can do it all!

Your Press Experts

The expert print operators at ZNB Enterprises keep the presses running around the clock with two daily shifts. Their 150 years of experience means quality is assured with every print job, every time.

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Address

4615 Carlynn Drive
Blue Ash, OH 45241-2202

Phone

(859) 628-3612

Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm EST

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