DOT Services | Introduction

Printing

From short-run digital jobs to large-scale offset projects, The Dot delivers versatile printing solutions backed by precision, creativity, and sustainability. Our capabilities span advanced digital and offset technology, variable data printing, and a full suite of in-house finishing and bindery services.

With thousands of paper options, expert color control, and rigorous quality assurance, we ensure every piece meets the highest standards. And with eco-conscious practices and FSC® certified materials, we help our clients print smarter and greener—every step of the way.

Years of Printing Excellence

Print Impressions Annually

Clients Served

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Services

Advanced Digital Printing

Short-run or high-volume jobs with stunning quality using our SCREEN Truepress and Canon iX 3200 presses. Fast turnaround, brilliant color, and unmatched flexibility.

Offset Printing

Ideal for larger print runs and oversized formats. Our Komori 6-color presses deliver precise color accuracy and consistent, professional results.

In-House Bindery & Finishing

From saddle stitching and die-cutting to UV coating and booklet making, we offer full-service finishing solutions to give every piece a polished, high-end look.

Advanced Color Management

Achieve brand-perfect color every time with Fujifilm XMF ColorPath and expert-controlled prepress workflows.

Print-on-Demand & FSC® Certified

Reduce waste and print only what you need, when you need it—on sustainable, FSC® certified materials that align with your environmental goals.

For nearly 40 years, The Dot has consistently delivered on service and quality---from brochures to signage. They're truly a one-stop shop I highly recommend.

Michelle Mooney

Production Supervisor | Pacific Communications (AbbVie)

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Equipment and Facilities

Digital Presses

SCREEN Truepress 520HD+ — high-speed inkjet web press
Canon iX 3200 — advanced inkjet digital press for vibrant output
Ricoh Pro C9210 — long-sheet digital printing with precision
Xerox 1000i — high-resolution, full-color digital press
Xerox Nuvera 144 — high-speed monochrome printing
Troy MICR Laser — secure check printing for financial documents
Xante Variable Data Press — ideal for forms and envelope printing
Datacard Plastic Card Imagers (x2) — personalization for ID and gift cards

Offset Litho Presses

(2) Komori 6-Color Presses — 28"x40" and 20"x28" with aqueous coating for high-end offset jobs
(1) Ryobi 2-Color Press — reliable mid-volume offset press
(1) Multi 2-Color Press — for specialized, precision jobs

In-House Bindery & Finishing

Saddle stitching, die-cutting, folding, UV coating
Glue-binding, padding, shrink wrapping, corner rounding
Guillotine paper cutting, drilling, Mylar binding
Includes Moll Quadraplex, MBO folders, knife folders, and booklet makers

Prepress & Color Management

Fujifilm XMF Workflow & ColorPath for precise color control
Mac & PC workstations with Adobe Creative Cloud
Epson SureColor & ImpoProof for digital proofing
Fuji Javelin & Screen PlateRite for professional plate imaging

FEATURED | CASE STUDY

Print Pack out with Multi-Versions

Client: Teleflora

Challenge:

Teleflora needed a seamless, high-volume print and fulfillment solution to distribute promotional Point-of-Purchase (POP) sales kits to 8,000 flower affiliates across the United States and Canada four times a year. Each kit contained posters, counter mats, survey postcards, instructions, and custom promotional swag. The challenge was to ensure highly accurate color matching, efficient production, and fast, coordinated fulfillment so that every affiliate received their kits in time for each campaign launch.

Solution:

Initiated an ongoing proofing process for color accuracy as poster artwork was approved by Teleflora’s agency.
Conducted press checks at our printing facility to maintain high-quality standards, requiring three to four days of dedicated press time.
Produced and assembled sample kits in two languages at our fulfillment center for client approval before mass production.
Upon approval, efficiently collated, packaged, and shipped all 8,000 kits within just a few days, ensuring timely delivery across North America.

Results:

Every Teleflora affiliate received their kits ahead of each campaign launch, ensuring a uniform brand presence nationwide.
All locations displayed consistent promotional materials on the designated campaign day, strengthening brand recognition and consumer engagement.
The Dot Corp’s ability to streamline high-volume printing, fulfillment, and distribution solidified a long-term partnership with Teleflora and its agency, ensuring continued success for future campaigns.

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Precision Printing for Wonderful Pistachios Annual Report

Client: Wonderful Pistachios

Challenge:

Wonderful Pistachios needed a high-end, professionally printed annual report that reflected their brand’s premium image. The project required a perfect bound book with a gloss UV overall and spot UV, demanding precise execution to achieve a seamless, polished look. A critical challenge was ensuring the exact spine dimension to allow for a flawless wraparound of solid black, which was crucial for maintaining a cohesive design. Additionally, the report featured extensive crossover colors that required careful alignment and color consistency throughout the entire book.

Solution:

Employed meticulous production techniques to achieve the required critical spine dimension, ensuring a seamless wraparound effect of the solid black cover.
Utilized an offline black printing process to guarantee color consistency across the report, maintaining the highest standards of visual uniformity.
Applied a strikethrough varnish to create an inline dull/gloss effect, enhancing the report’s aesthetic appeal and delivering a sophisticated contrast between matte and glossy elements.
Implemented stringent quality control measures to ensure perfect alignment of crossover colors, providing a visually impactful and professional final product.

Results:

The final report showcased a premium, polished finish that reinforced the brand’s high standards and attention to detail.
Achieved flawless spine alignment, resulting in a visually cohesive and professional product presentation.
Delivered a consistent, high-quality print that met the client’s expectations for color accuracy and finishing effects, reinforcing their trust in our capabilities for future projects.
Enhanced the client’s brand perception through a sophisticated, well-crafted annual report that resonated with stakeholders and investors.

FEATURED | CASE STUDY

Custom Packaging Solution for Thank You Boxes

Client: AbbVie, Inc - Biopharmaceutical

Challenge:

A leading AbbVie Botox representative team needed a custom thank you box to deliver branded gifts, including a tumbler and a hat, to their nationwide sales team. The client required an elegant yet practical packaging solution that would showcase the items attractively while ensuring they arrived securely. The box design had to reflect the premium nature of the brand and provide a memorable unboxing experience, all while being durable enough for shipping across the U.S.

Solution:

Collaborated closely with the client to develop and present multiple custom CAD box samples, ensuring the final selection met branding, aesthetic, and structural requirements.
Designed and produced the packaging using high-quality materials, incorporating printing, lamination, die-cutting, and hand assembly to achieve a sophisticated look and feel.
Carefully inserted the tumbler and hat into the custom packaging, ensuring a secure fit and attractive presentation.
Developed a protective shipping solution by securing the custom box in a tight-fitting shipper box to safeguard the contents during transit.
Managed the entire drop shipping process, delivering the thank you packages efficiently and securely to representatives across the U.S.

Results:

Delivered an impressive unboxing experience that reinforced the client’s brand image and appreciation for their representatives.
Ensured 100% safe delivery of all packages nationwide with no reported damages, thanks to the secure packaging solution.
Streamlined logistics, saving the client time and resources by handling the entire process from concept to delivery.
Strengthened brand loyalty and morale among the Botox representatives through a well-executed and visually appealing thank-you package.

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