Artwork Submission Specifications

Large Format Printing

Our large format process enables you to have shortrun color posters, signs, fleet graphics,  trade show graphics, and other speciality large format printing. We are constantly offering new services. If you have any questions, please contact one of our account representatives.


Design & Layout Services

We offer design services upon request. We also have the capacity to scan photos as needed.




Finishing Services

We can laminate, mount and finish your image onto a variety of substrates, including adhesive products, fabric, hard boards and more. We operate two laminators to produce quality finishing and fast turnaround.


Pre-Press Information

In order to quickly and accurately print your large-format color graphics, we offer the  following formatting tips and suggestions. To best expedite printing and minimize costs, we  ask that you use these guidelines in setting up your files.

All files must be built to ACTUAL size at 300dpi.


Media

We accept Macintosh and PC files on:

• E-mail or FTP/File upload (see below)
• 100 Mb Iomega Zip disk
• CD
• DVD

 Files may be e-mailed if under 4MB. If your file is larger, please use our upload site.


FTP

The SignUp FTP can be accessed by going to the yellow ‘Order Online’ and choosing File Uploads from the menu. Instructions are easy to follow and additional software is not required.


File Formats

In addition to the formats listed below, we have the ability to import and edit almost any EPS file.

 

• Adobe Illustrator: EPS with fonts outlined
• Adobe PDF: Fonts embedded, file to size.
• Adobe Photoshop: CMYK TIFF or EPS
• Adobe InDesign: Package the document or export as EPS with the fonts outlined.
• Quark XPress: Include all files and fonts used in the document or collect for output.

For all other programs, please contact SignUp.


Scan Resolution

Please scan at 100 DPI at ACTUAL size of output. CMYK EPS files are preferred, but TIFFs  and JPGs are also accepted.


Black

Instead of using the one-color default black, please set up a four-color process black  consisting of 75% cyan, 75% magenta, 75% yellow and 100% black. This produces a rich solid black and improves black quality for large areas.


Pantone PMS Colors

If PMS colors are critical, SignUp offers process color matches within 90-100% of specified colors. SignUp recommends hard proofs which can be produced for a nominal fee.


Scaling

We prefer files set up at actual size, but if we must scale your file, please indicate scale in % and give final dimensions. Check the resolution of all photos at ACTUAL size before sending your files.


Fonts

When sending your Macintosh file, always include PRINTER and SCREEN fonts. When sending your PC file, we can use your
.TTF, .TTI and .OTF fonts. We use Adobe Type 2 compatible fonts. Whenever possible, try to convert fonts to outline.


Proofing Information

Proofs are available upon request. Electronic proofing can be done using .JPG or .PDF files sent via email or can be viewed on our public or secure proofing website. You must request a proof.

If you require a secure folder please let your Account Representative or designer know in advance.