Mac Papers and Packaging Announces New Executive Leadership Roles




Discover the Difference at Our Orlando Wide Format Demo Day

Discover the Difference at our Orlando Wide Format Demo Day

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Join us for DEMO DAY at Mac Papers + Packaging Orlando Wide Format IDEA Center, Thursday, October 7. 2021.

Location: Mac Papers + Packaging | 7601 Kingspointe Parkway | Orlando, FL 32819

Equipment Demos: 9am – 5pm

In lieu of this year’s largest sign and graphics tradeshow being canceled, Mac Papers + Packaging is hosting a Demo Day event, Thursday, October 7, 2021 at our reimaged Wide Format IDEA Center™ in Orlando Florida. Come experience the industry’s latest and hottest equipment and media in person. Learn about the latest wide format application tips and tricks and collaborate with our wide format experts and technical team.

Our newly prepared space has the latest Agfa, Roland, Epson printers and more. Come see them all in action, with a live boat wrap demo by Vince Giraudi from Tier 1 Wraps using Oracal® 970RA wrapping cast media!

Equipment on display:

  • AGFA Anapurna H2500i LED Hybrid UV Printer
  • Mimaki UCJV300-130 UV-LED Printer/Cutter
  • Roland VG2-540 TrueVIS Printer/Cutter
  • Roland LEC2-640 Versa UV Printer/Cutter
  • Roland LEF2-300 Versa UV Flatbed Printer
  • Roland LV-290 Laser Engraver
  • Roland GS-24 Vinyl Cutter
  • Epson SureColor R5070 Resin Printer
  • Epson SureColor F2100 DTG Printer
  • Epson SureColor F6370 Dye Sublimation Printer
  • Royal Sovereign SIGMONT 55H Laminator
  • SUMMA S2 T160 Vinyl Cutter
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Save Big on equipment with our exclusive Demo Day specials!

Happy Hour & Raffle Prizes: 5pm – 8pm

We’ll have food, beer & wine, as well as some awesome give-a-way’s! So, don’t cancel your plans for a long weekend in sunny Orlando! Register and stop in to see us at the Orlando Mac Papers + Packaging Wide Format IDEA Center, Thursday, October 7!

*Uber Rides will be provided for anyone needing a ride share*

Raffle Prizes:

  • 1st Place – Roland BT-12 DTG Printer *DEMO model (value over $3,495)
  • 2nd Place – 65” TCL 4K Roku Smart TV (value $600)
  • 3rd Place – YETI Tundra 35 Cooler & Two YETI Tumblers (value $350)
  • 4th Place – Blackstone 28” Flattop Griddle Grill w/ Stand (value $200)
  • 5th Place – AutoMark 54” Wrap Kit (value $500)

(Must RSVP through Mac Papers + Packaging form below prior to the event. Winners announced at 6pm during Happy Hour)

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RSVP by filling out the form below and you will automatically be entered into our Raffle Prize Drawings.

Address:
Mac Papers + Packaging | 7601 Kingspointe Parkway | Orlando, FL 32819

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Welcome to the Team, Dependable Packaging Solutions (DPS)

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Welcome to the Team, Dependable Packaging Solutions (DPS)

JACKSONVILLE, Florida (August 10, 2021)

Today, Mac Papers and Packaging announced today the acquisition of Dependable Packaging Solutions (DPS), a Miami-based company that’s one of South Florida’s largest distributor of corrugated products, point of purchase displays and packaging supplies.  Mac Papers and Packaging is the leading value-added paper and packaging distributor of the Southeast U.S.

“The acquisition of DPS enhances Mac Paper and Packaging’s product and service offerings and supply chain logistics while boosting operational capacity”, explains Charles Paquin, CEO of Mac Papers and Packaging.  “The joining of forces with DPS will mean great things for our employees, customers and suppliers.”

Both Mac Papers and Packaging and DPS will continue to operate independently and conduct business-as-usual while integration plans are implemented to leverage the strengths of both organizations.

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About Mac Papers and Packaging

One of the largest wholesale distributors in the southeastern United States, Mac Papers and Packaging is a trusted partner for paper and print, packaging materials and equipment, wide format products and equipment, facility supplies and office products. The company also converts and prints an extensive range of standard and custom envelopes at its state-of-the-art converting facility in Jacksonville, Florida. The First Coast city is also home to the company’s headquarters office. Founded in 1965, Mac Papers and Packaging operates distribution centers and retail stores throughout the Southeast.

Mac Papers and Packaging is owned by Monomoy Capital Partners, a private equity firm with $2.7 billion in committed capital that invests in middle-market businesses in the manufacturing, industrial, distribution and consumer products sectors.

To learn more, please visit www.macpapers.com and follow us on LinkedInTwitter and Instagram.

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Introducing Argent® All-In-One Pressure-Sensitive Vinyl

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Introducing Argent® All-In-One Pressure-Sensitive Vinyl

The versatile wide format media was developed for use in multiple applications and is ideal for floors, walls and windows

JACKSONVILLE, Florida (August 4, 2021)

Mac Papers and Packaging, one of the largest paper and packaging distributors in the Southeast U.S., announced today the addition of Argent® All-In-One removable pressure-sensitive vinyl to its exclusive line of wide format media.

“We’re incredibly excited to offer Argent All-In-One media to our customers,” stated Chris Jones, Vice President of Wide Format & Graphics at Mac Papers and Packaging. “The pressure-sensitive vinyl was developed for use in multiple applications, including one-step floor graphics, wall graphics and window signage, making it extremely versatile and cost-effective.”

Argent All-In-One is ideal for use as a floor graphic. The slightly textured non-slip (UL-410 rated) facestock enables an easy one-step process with no need to apply an overlaminate. Argent All-In-One is suitable for a wide variety of surfaces including tile, sealed concrete, polished stone, countertops, painted walls, glass and stainless steel.

“Since Argent All-In-One can be used on a wide range of surfaces, it’s cost-effective for printers and super easy to color match,” stated Jones. “We recently used the product for a creative door-to-floor application at our IDEA Center™ in Orlando. Instead of needing to run two types of media, we were able to use Argent All-In-One for both.”

Argent All-In-One media is compatible with eco-solvent, solvent, latex and UV printers. Easy to install with easy removal for up to six months, Argent All-In-One can also handle heavy foot traffic.

Argent All-In-One is in stock and available at Mac Papers + Packaging distribution centers across the Southeast. To learn more about Argent All-In-One, view our product information sheet below.

For more information about the full line of Argent media, including digital banners, pressure-sensitive digital vinyls, UV laminates, digital imaging papers and rigid media, visit macpapers.com/argent.

About Mac Papers and Packaging

One of the largest wholesale distributors in the southeastern United States, Mac Papers and Packaging is a trusted distribution partner for paper and print, packaging materials and equipment, wide format products and equipment, facility supplies and office products. The company also converts and prints an extensive range of standard and custom envelopes at its state-of-the-art converting facility in Jacksonville, Florida. The First Coast city is also home to the company’s headquarters office. Founded in 1965, Mac Papers and Packaging operates distribution centers and Mini Mac® retail stores throughout the Southeast.

Mac Papers and Packaging is owned by Monomoy Capital Partners, a private equity firm with $1.6 billion in committed capital that invests in middle-market businesses in the manufacturing, industrial, distribution and consumer products sectors.

To learn more, please visit www.macpapers.com and follow us on LinkedInTwitter and Instagram.

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End-of-year sale on Mimaki, CWT & Fluid Color demo units!

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Don't miss this great EOY sale on Wide Format demo units!

We’re pleased to bring our customers great end-of-year sale prices on demo units from leading equipment manufacturers Mimaki, CWT Toolworks and Fluid Color! Pricing includes installation and training by our wide format experts.

Mimaki CJV300-130 Plus

  • 54″ printer/cutter 8-color demo unit
  • Sale price of $15,995
  • Comes with full set of SS21 ink
  • Price includes inbound freight*
  • 3-year warranty included**
  • Includes installation and training by our Wide Format experts
  • Click here to download info sheet
*Additional freight charges may apply for out-of-Florida delivery or for special delivery requests. ** 12 months of Total Care and 24 months of Parts Plus.
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CWT Apex Plus 2516

  • 5’x8′ multi-tool digital flatbed cutter w/ conveyor
  • Sale price of $89,995
  • PC, Monitor, Software
  • CCD Camera
  • Creasing Wheel, Drag Knife, Kiss Cut, Bevel V-Cut
  • Electric Oscillating Tool
  • Auto Knife Initialization
  • 1.8kw Router w/ Auto Tool Changer
  • Debris Vacuum
  • 1-year parts and 1-year labor warranty included
  • Includes installation and training by our Wide Format experts
  • Price of inbound freight TBD

Fluid Color R84F Turbo

  • 4’x8′ UV flatbed printer
  • Sale price of $94,995
  • Dual Row Ricoh Gen 6 Heads CMYK+WW
  • PC, Monitor, Topjet Software
  • Onyx Thrive v19 RIP Software
  • 2-year parts and 1-year labor warranty included
  • Includes installation and training by our Wide Format experts
  • Price of inbound freight TBD
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For More Information:

Contact your Mac Papers + Packaging account manager or call the Wide Format team directly at 844.MAC.WIDE (622.9433).

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Announcing New Senior Leadership Promotions

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Mac Papers and Packaging Announces Senior Leadership Promotions

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (December 1, 2020) – Mac Papers and Packaging, one of the largest paper and packaging distributors in the Southeast U.S., announced today the promotion of several senior leaders across its business segments.

Executive Vice President, Paper, Craig Boortz, who currently oversees the company’s paper business segment, has been given the additional responsibility of regional management for all of the company’s distribution centers. Accordingly, all distribution center general managers now report directly to Boortz. Also reporting to Boortz is Mac Papers and Packaging veteran Carter Whiddon, who has been named Vice President, Inside Sales, a newly created role that reflects the company’s dedicated focus on outstanding customer service.

“Craig’s enduring commitment to Mac Papers and Packaging spans 28 years,” stated President and COO Rick Mitchell. “His proven leadership, industry knowledge and business skills have served Craig well, and we’re confident that he will excel in the expanded role. As Craig is quick to point out, working with a team of seasoned and skilled senior distribution center managers will go a long way toward ensuring excellent results.”

Chris McCabe has been named Executive Vice President, Packaging. McCabe joined the company in August, 2014, as Vice President of Packaging, bringing a wealth of industry experience. Over the past six years, McCabe has led the development of a comprehensive offering of packaging materials, equipment, and services and solutions, including kitting, design, customized programs for companies with complex packaging challenges, and single-source packaging programs for multi-location companies. McCabe also established the company’s exclusive Castle® packaging brand.

“Chris’s strategic vision, business acumen, effective leadership style and ability to recruit experienced talent have been instrumental in establishing packaging as a core part of our business,” stated Mitchell. “Our commitment to invest in and grow the packaging business is reflected in the addition of ‘+ Packaging’ to our corporate identity that we announced in October. I have complete confidence that Chris and the experienced team of packaging professionals he leads will continue to grow all aspects of packaging for the company.”

Ash Weekley has been promoted to Vice President, Wide Format & Graphics, and will now report directly to Mitchell. Since joining the wide format team as business development manager in 2017, Weekley has positioned Mac Papers and Packaging as a preferred distribution partner to well-known wide format equipment manufacturers and media brands. Weekley established the company’s Argent® wide format media brand and led the development of the re-imagined Wide Format IDEA Center™ the company recently announced.

“With Ash’s hard work and wide format know-how, Mac Papers + Packaging has become recognized in a short time as a respected full-service supplier to the wide format industry,” stated Mitchell. “I’m confident that Ash and the impressive team of experts he has assembled will continue to be successful in further expanding our wide format media and equipment offering to printers, sign shops and end users.”

Scott Sipkovsky has been named Vice President and General Manager of Mac Papers Envelope Converters (MPEC). After serving as Controller at MPEC for 20 years, Sipkovsky was named Director of Operations of the business in August 2019.

“Scott has been instrumental in achieving operational improvements that have continued to position MPEC as an industry leader in quality,” stated Mitchell. “Providing top-notch customer service and reliable on-time delivery is also extremely important to us, and we’re confident that we’ll continue realizing both under Scott’s proven leadership.”

About Mac Papers and Packaging

One of the largest wholesale distributors in the southeastern United States, Mac Papers and Packaging is a trusted distribution partner for paper and print, packaging materials and equipment, wide format products and equipment, facility supplies and office products. The company also converts and prints an extensive range of standard and custom envelopes at its state-of-the-art converting facility in Jacksonville, Florida. The First Coast city is also home to the company’s headquarters office. Founded in 1965, Mac Papers and Packaging operates distribution centers and retail stores throughout the Southeast.

Mac Papers and Packaging is owned by Monomoy Capital Partners, a private equity firm with $1.6 billion in committed capital that invests in middle-market businesses in the manufacturing, industrial, distribution and consumer products sectors.

To learn more, please visit www.macpapers.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

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904.263.5628

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We Are Proud to Recognize & Honor All Who Have Served

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On this Veterans Day 2020, all of us at Mac Papers + Packaging and Mac Papers Envelope Converters are extremely pleased to honor and thank all current and former members of the United States Armed Forces for their service to our country. We’re especially proud to honor and recognize the veterans on our team. It’s a privilege to work alongside you.

Air Force

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Tony Jones, assistant director of warehouse, safety and training, served in the Air Force for 20+ years. Tony served in the Gulf War and was stationed in South Carolina, Louisiana, Texas, New Jersey, Germany and Korea.

Army

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John Harris, an account manager at our Greensboro, North Carolina, location, is a 30-year Veteran in the U.S. Army Reserve. John retired in 2018 as a Brigade Commander after serving multiple deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and Washington, D.C.

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Leland Moseley, warehouse manager at our Raleigh, North Carolina, branch, served in the U.S. Army for nearly 10 years, including duty in Operation Desert Storm.

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Dionne Kincy, a truck driver with our Tallahassee, Florida, location, served for 19 years in the U.S. Army and attained the rank of Sergeant First Class. Dionne served during the Iraq War and has performed hurricane disaster relief duties across the country.

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Albert Stephens, warehouse manager for our Tallahassee, Florida, location, enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1979 and attained the rank of SPC 4. Albert was stationed in Georgia, Colorado and Germany.

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Tom Kakara, a truck driver for our Nashville, Tennessee, location served for three years in the U.S. Army and three in the Florida National Guard. Tom attained the rank of SPC 4.

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Alexander Solomon, a truck driver at our Tampa, Florida, location, served three years in the U.S. Army attaining the rank of SPC 4. After finishing basic training, Alexander spent his entire tour in Germany as part of an artillery battalion.

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Gregory Szwajda, warehouse manager at our Orlando, Florida, location, served six years in the U.S. Army, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. He served for two tours in Afghanistan.

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Mason Kerr, senior specialist for Mac National, served 28 years in the U.S Army Reserve attaining the rank of lieutenant colonel. He served in the Adjutant General’s Corps providing personnel service support.

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Roosevelt Favor, operations manager trainee for our Charlotte, North Carolina, location, enlisted in the U.S. Army for 10+ years and attained the rank of Sergeant. Roosevelt was stationed in Germany, California, South Korea, Virginia and Maryland. His primary duties included managing purchasing, receiving, storage, picking, shipping, cycle counting and inventory.  Roosevelt was also an instructional trainer/facilitator for various specialty tasks.

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Art Smarr, account manager with our Columbia, South Carolina, location, served in the U.S. Army for six years achieving the rank of Captain. His primary services duty was Infantryman, 1/27th Infantry. Art was stationed in Hawaii, Georgia and South Carolina.

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Robert Handshu, a production supervisor at Mac Papers Envelope Converters, served 23 years in the US Army Reserves, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. After serving as an Infantry Officer for five years in the Army, Robert transferred to the Transportation Corp and deployed to the Middle East twice.  Roberts’s final position before retiring was as an instructor for the Command and Staff General College.

Marines

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Ronnie Singleton, warehouse manager at our New Orleans, Louisiana, branch, achieved the rank of Corporal. Ronnie was stationed at Camp Pendleton with the 1st Battalion 7th Marines and did tours in Hong Kong, Korea, the Philippines and Okinawa.

Trebor OCallaghan

Trebor O’Callaghan, a driver at our Atlanta location, served four years in the Marine Corp. Trebor was stationed in South Carolina, Texas and North Carolina. He attained the rank of Sergeant E-5.

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George Mora, a field service planner for our Wide Format & Graphics team, served seven years in the United States Marine Corp. He served as a field radio operator while stationed in Japan and North Carolina. George attained the rank of Corporal E-4.

Bun Ou

Bun Ou, an estimator at our envelope converters operation, served four years in the United States Marine Corp. as a Supply 3043 Army Custodian. Bun attained the rank of Lance Corporal and was stationed in North Carolina, Japan and South Carolina.

Coast Guard

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Brian Powers, a packaging equipment specialist at our Jacksonville location, served six years in the United States Coast Guard as an Electricians Mate First Class. Brian ran the electrician shop at NESU Portsmouth, including two ships while at sea.

Navy

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Jeffrey Illner, a specialist in our Wide Format & Graphics team, proudly served as a member of the U.S. Navy as a search and rescue swimmer in Jacksonville and onboard a ship.

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Sarah Hiscox, an administrative assistant at Mac Papers Envelope Converters, served ten years in the U.S. Navy as a Raidoman-Intelligent Communications, Teletype Repair Specialist. Sarah attained the rank of E-5. She was stationed in Florida, California, South Carolina, Spain, Greece, Italy and Cuba.

Navy/Army National Guard

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Jack Helle, a packaging equipment specialist at our Nashville, Tennessee, location, served in the U.S. Navy for eight years aboard the USS Cushing DD985 out of California as a Gas Turbine Systems Technician Electrical. Jack has been serving in the Army National Guard since 2009 in Tennessee and Iraq in 2010 as a Land Combat Electronic Missile System Repairer.




Mac Papers Reveals “Mac Papers and Packaging” as New Corporate Identity

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Mac Papers Reveals ‘Mac Papers and Packaging’ as New Corporate Identity 

New name reflects the company’s proven leadership position in and strong commitment to the packaging industry as well as its strategic priority to continue growing a core part of its business

JACKSONVILLE, Florida (October 8, 2020)

Mac Papers, one of the largest merchant distributors in the Southeast U.S., announced today the evolution of its corporate identity to Mac Papers and Packaging, marking an exciting next chapter in the company’s 55-year history as Mac Papers.

“Our new name is a natural progression for the company,” stated Mac Papers and Packaging President and COO Rick Mitchell. “We have built a comprehensive packaging business that’s a core part of our company and a key contributor to our success, and we will continue to invest in its growth.”

Mac Papers and Packaging offers an extensive range of packaging materials and equipment from leading companies in the industry. The company also offers its diverse base of customers a wide range of packaging solutions and services, including kitting, packaging design and e-commerce expertise, as well as customized packaging programs for companies with complex packaging challenges and single-source packaging programs for multi-location companies.

“The addition of ‘+Packaging’ to our company logo is an exciting milestone that signifies the intentional growth of our packaging capabilities over the past seven years and signals our plan to continue the strategic expansion of our packaging business,” stated Vice President of Packaging Chris McCabe. “Our growth trajectory has been fueled by strong partnerships with leading suppliers in the industry, multiple strategic acquisitions, and by bringing together a team of packaging experts who embrace our customer-centric approach.”

McCabe added “Our corporate management and strategic accounts teams, sales professionals, automation experts and certified technicians have extensive experience with a wide array of markets and industries, including manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, e-commerce, and fulfillment and distribution. They all share my excitement with where we are as a company and our bright future as we continue to grow our packaging business.”

In January, 2018, the company introduced its own packaging materials line as part of its continued commitment to providing customers with best-in-class packaging solutions. The Castle® product line now includes acrylic, hot melt and reinforced water-activated carton sealing tapes as well as an extensive offering of stretch film.

“We plan to invest in and grow our packaging business while remaining steadfast in our commitment to provide valued customers with best-in-class paper, print, wide format and facility supplies products and solutions, as well as envelopes from our state-of-the-art converting operation,” stated Mitchell. “That commitment includes expanding our wide format media and equipment offering and services to printers, sign shops and end users. We’re incredibly excited about what’s ahead for Mac Papers and Packaging.”

The video below reveals our new corporate ID.  Download our new logos below.

Attention Media:

About Mac Papers and Packaging

One of the largest wholesale distributors in the southeastern United States, Mac Papers and Packaging is a trusted distribution partner for paper and print, packaging materials and equipment, wide format products and equipment, facility supplies and office products. The company also converts and prints an extensive range of standard and custom envelopes at its state-of-the-art converting facility in Jacksonville, Florida. The First Coast city is also home to the company’s headquarters office. Founded in 1965, Mac Papers and Packaging operates distribution centers and retail stores throughout the Southeast.

Mac Papers and Packaging is owned by Monomoy Capital Partners, a private equity firm with $1.6 billion in committed capital that invests in middle-market businesses in the manufacturing, industrial, distribution and consumer products sectors. To learn more, please visit macpapers.com.

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[email protected]
904.263.5628

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Reimagined Wide Format IDEA Center™ in Orlando

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Mac Papers Announces its Wide Format IDEA Center™ in Orlando!

Mac Papers is pleased to announce its reimagined Wide Format IDEA Center™ in Orlando, Florida. The new name and space design reflect the purpose of the center as a hub for wide format inspiration, demonstrations, education and applications.

Visitors to the IDEA Center will get hands-on experience with the latest wide format equipment from leading manufacturers including Roland, Epson, CWT and Fluid Color. The IDEA Center will also provide wide format education opportunities, from hardware and software training to workshops on a variety of topics including equipment, printing techniques and interesting applications.

“Our revamped IDEA Center is yet another example of Mac Papers’ strong commitment to thoroughly serve the growing wide format market,” stated Mac Papers Director of Wide Format Ash Weekley. “We’re extremely excited to share this enhanced experience with our customers.”

Mac Papers’ wide format experts will utilize the IDEA Center to advise and collaborate with its diverse customer base of printers, sign shops and end users in all areas of wide and grand format.

“Wide format can create substantial value for businesses and elevate their brands in a multitude of ways,” stated Weekley. “From dye sublimation and apparel to vehicle graphics, signage, and promotional products, we have the capability to cover it all at our IDEA Center.”

View the video below to take a virtual spin through the IDEA Center, and click here to visit our IDEA Center web page.

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USPS® Tactile, Sensory, & Interactive Promotion

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Make direct mail even more effective and save on postage too with USPS incentive!

There’s a wealth of compelling data highlighting the effectiveness of direct mail, not the least of which is a higher response rate than any digital direct marketing medium. In fact, direct mail generates a five to nine times higher response rate than email, paid search or social media.

In the post-pandemic “new normal,” the importance of direct mail is amplified and the need for your message to stand out is more important than ever. While direct mail involves costs – from design and paper to print and postage, there are countless ways to produce effective direct mail pieces for a wide range of budgets.

So what can we do to get the best possible return on a direct mail investment?

  • Paper already has the edge over digital because it’s innately sensory. Think about how much more engaging a piece can be simply by the choice of paper. Does your brand convey luxury? Consider a premium soft-touch paper. Promoting a family-friendly vacation getaway? Consider a paper that has a sandpaper-like texture to evoke a beachside sensation. Trying to attract new customers to your bakery? Think about using scent paper infused with the aroma of cake baking or vanilla frosting.
  • Specialty inks can also be a relatively cost-effective way to get noticed. For example, a photochromic ink that changes color with UV light exposure could be an effective way to make the fireworks image on your Fourth of July sale promotion more eye-catching and therefore more likely to get opened.
  • Take recipients on a journey and enable your brand story to unfold with the use of interactive elements such as pop-ups, infinite folds or by using dimension. Trailing edge or shapes envelopes are cost-effective ways to achieve dimensional impact.
  • Take advantage of the USPS incentive promotions for savings on postage!

USPS Tactile, Sensory & Interactive (TSI) Promotion through July 31!

One of the USPS incentive promotions currently in effect provides a 2% savings on postage for business mail that utilizes tactile, sensory or interactive features. Having more impact and saving money? That’s a win-win!

Incentive Details

Registration period runs through July 31, 2020.

Promotion period runs through July 31, 2020.

The discount for qualifying mail is 2% of eligible postage.

Qualification Requirements

Using any of the treatments listed below can qualify your mail piece for the TSI discount if they are visible and distinguishable.

  • Specialty Inks— conductive inks that contain metals like copper, leuco dyes that are heat sensitive dyes or inks that change color in variation temperature, photochromic inks that change color with UV light, optically variable ink contains materials that change appearance when viewed from different angles, piezoceramic ink that changes appearance under pressure or hydro chromic inks that change appearance when exposed to water or liquids.
  • Textural papers – tactile – sandpaper feel, soft touch, etc. Includes coatings
  • Sensory – scratch and sniff, edible, etc.
  • Dimensional elements – Trailing edge or shape envelopes
  • Must be USPS Marketing Mail® letters and flats, nonprofit USPS Marketing Mail letters and flats

 

How to Submit

All mailpiece samples must be submitted via USPS mail to the TSI Promotion Office for review and approval no later than one week prior to the mailing date. You can get all the requirements here.

Mail: US Postal Service
Attn: Tactile, Sensory & Interactive Promotion
PO Box 23282
Washington, DC 20026-3282

 

For More Information

Please visit our website for information on other USPS® incentive promotions now in effect, including emerging and advanced technology and personalized color transpromo promotion.

Trailing Edge Envelopes Qualify!

Trailing edge envelopes, like the cable company example produced by our envelope converting operation and pictured below, also qualify for the USPS TSI incentive. Embossing is another qualifying treatment that’s available at MPEC.

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Use Textured Papers to Qualify!

With so many great textured papers to choose from, there are multiple ways to create a mailpiece that’s not only more engaging but also qualifies for the TSI promotion based solely on paper choice.

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