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PICRM-2002-05

Print Media Distribution in a Digital Age

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is a distributor of print media, and its policies and practices will engender short- and long-term effects on ...
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Printing Applications Laboratory


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As the industry's most comprehensive facility for printing, paper and material evaluations, the Printing Applications Laboratory (PAL) provides the industry with practical, measurable information to control and improve the quality of their products.

Industry suppliers depend on PAL for accurate, confidential evaluations of paper, ink, plates, fountain solutions, blankets and other printing consumables. RIT has a comprehensive, dedicated collection of full-scale contemporary printing equipment, from conventional processes to state-of-the-art digital printing technology, all staffed by professionals with industry experience. Our flexible approach to experimental design means you'll get exactly what you need to meet your goals–whether it's a simple experiment or a full-scale print trial under extreme conditions.

Industry education

PAL also offers industry education programs that can help you enhance your production skills, get up to speed with the latest technologies, or prepare your company for success in today's emerging markets.

Drawing from RIT's excellent resources, and building on 50 years as a leading provider of graphic arts education, PAL provides workforce training in both traditional and digital technologies using world-renowned instructors, comprehensive prepress and press labs, and state-of-the-art imaging facilities. In addtion, PAL offers customized programs to suit your company's specific needs, delivered either on the RIT campus or at your facility.

Visit the Site

Printing Applications Laboratory - www.printlab.rit.edu

Contacts:
Bill Garno, Director
585-475-2609, wtgter@rit.edu

Ken Posman, Training Manager
585-475-7429, krptpd@rit.edu