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New Landmark Signs Installed at SPI Locations
We’re excited to share some fresh updates you’ll definitely want to drive by and see—both Schumann Printers locations have brand-new landmark signs!

Marriage Mail: The Postal Hack Every Publisher Should Know
Marriage Mail is a powerful direct mail strategy where multiple advertisers combine their promotions into one shared mail piece. Think of it as a collaborative advertising bundle—typically including coupons, sales notices, or special offers—delivered to households as a single, cost-efficient item.

Wisconsin State Journal Names Schumann Printers A Winner Of The Madison, WI Top Workplaces 2025 Award
Schumann Printers has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2025 honor by Wisconsin State Journal’s Top Workplaces-Greater Madison Area.

Schumann Printers Enhances Production Efficiency with Additional Kodak Magnus
At Schumann Printers (SPI), we are excited to announce the latest addition to our production line: a Kodak Magnus with the fastest speed head available in the Magnus series. We are thrilled to expand our capabilities with this second Magnus system.

New Additions to SPI's Saddle Stitcher Lines
Schumann Printers (SPI) is pleased to announce the latest enhancements to our production capabilities with the purchase of new Sim bases for our tabbers on the Primera Pro and Tempo 22 saddle stitchers. Additionally, we have invested in a new Sim book flipper and mail table for the SP 1000 saddle stitcher, enabling us to implement a new style of inkjetters for addressing books.

SPI’s Annual Holiday Week: A Festive Recap
At Schumann Printers (SPI), we believe the holidays are about creating moments of joy, fostering camaraderie, and celebrating the incredible talents of our team. This year’s Holiday Week was packed with excitement, laughter, and plenty of holiday spirit. Here’s a day-by-day recap of the festivities:

Maximize Your Savings with the Latest USPS Postal Promos
Exciting postal promotions and incentives! Read our latest blog with more information or visit postalpro.usps.com/promotions

Feel the Luxury with SPI’s Soft Touch Coating
We’re excited to unveil our latest finishing option: Soft Touch coating. Designed to add a luxurious, velvety texture, this new coating takes your printed materials to a whole new level—engaging not just the eyes, but the senses.

Schumann Printers Celebrates Roosevelt Paper Scholarship Win
We are thrilled to announce that our SPI teammate, Tim H., has been awarded the Roosevelt Paper Scholarship for his son, Sam! This $2,500 scholarship will support Sam as he embarks on his academic journey in a technical or undergraduate program.

Slim Jims: The Trending Choice to Trim Costs and Maximize Impact
Slim Jims are trending. As a popular tool for direct mail marketing, Slim Jims are capturing the attention of businesses looking for efficient and impactful ways to reach their audiences. With all the recent postal increases, Slim Jims offer an effective way to save on postage while maintaining a strong marketing presence. Let's delve into if Slim Jims are the right choice for your next marketing campaign.

Postal Update: New Catalog Incentive for July 14, 2024
Exciting news for catalogers! Starting July 14, 2024, USPS is updating the Domestic Mail Manual with a new Catalog definition. Along with this, a special Catalog Incentive Price discount is available for catalog mailers who meet the new definition and all other eligibility requirements.

SPI Wins at 2024 GLGA Graphics Excellence Awards
We are thrilled to announce that Schumann Printers received three awards at the 2024 Graphics Excellence Awards (GEA) hosted by the Great Lakes Graphics Association (GLGA). The GEA is one of the largest regional printing competitions in the nation, drawing entries from many leading printing companies.

Beating Rising Rates: 3 Ways Publishers Can Save on Postal Costs
With the recent announcement of proposed July increases, publishers in the print industry face a critical moment in managing postal expenses. As key players in the distribution of mailed materials, it's important to adopt strategies that decrease costs while maintaining the integrity of your mail channels.

Top Three Methods to Clean and Maintain Mail Lists
Maintaining a clean mail list is essential for effective communication and cost savings. Here are the top three methods Schumann Printers suggests publishers use when cleaning their data:

Everything You Need to Know About the Proposed July Postal Increases
On April 9, 2024, the USPS filed a rate case with the PRC proposing a postal rate increase. If approved, these new rates would take effect on July 14, 2024. The PRC has been given until May 31 to review comments and finalize their decision.

Donut Truck Delights for Employee Appreciation Day
For Employee Appreciation Day, we organized a special treat for our team. For two days, Nakoa Donuts, a mobile food donut truck from Columbus, WI, parked at both of our buildings, serving hot, fresh donuts to our team.

Schumann Printers Welcomes the Arrival of New ECS Eagle and ECS Ospray Inkjet Devices
We're thrilled to announce our latest investment in the ECS Eagle and ECS Ospray inkjet devices. These two devices recently landed at our facility, and will be up and running soon. They are poised to help transform print production in our bindery with mailing applications.

SPI Celebrates its 2023 Holly Jolly Holiday Week
The holiday spirit has been in full swing at Schumann Printers during our annual Holly Jolly Holiday Week. Each day brought its own unique festivities, laughter, and togetherness among our team. Let's take a brief look at the highlights of this merry week!

Schumann Printers Acquires New UV Coater from Graphic Systems Services
Schumann Printers is excited to announce the acquisition and installation of a new Graphic Systems Services Model-38’’ Stationary Universal UV Coater featuring three OXYTECH SYSTEMS UV lamps on our M-1000 5-unit press.

Over a Decade of Collaboration with Communication Arts
Schumann Printers has had the honor of working with Communication Arts for over a decade printing the go-to resource that showcases exceptional design, advertising, illustration, photography, interactive, and typography.