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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

In the dynamic world of printing and finishing, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success. One remarkable achievement in this quest is the completion of our training on the Primera Pro Saddle Stitcher, a significant milestone for our team here at Schumann Printers, Inc. (SPI). This state-of-the-art machine has been an investment in both technology and skill development, and we are proud to announce that it is now up and running, ready to elevate the quality and efficiency of our printing and finishing processes.

In 2024, there are two postal rate increases on the horizon, with the first set to be announced in October and taking effect on January 21st. This initial increase can only include the Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from March 2023 to August 2023.

The spirit of family-owned businesses is the heart of Wisconsin's vibrant economy, a testament to resilience, innovation, and shared values passed from generation to generation. The Wisconsin Family Business of the Year award recognizes this extraordinary spirit, shining a spotlight on the positive impacts that family businesses bring to their communities and the state's economy.

On a beautiful Saturday evening, the stars aligned to mark a monumental milestone in the history of Schumann Printers, Inc. (SPI). With six decades of growth, innovation, and success in our rear-view mirror, it was time to celebrate, and what an extraordinary celebration it was!

Schumann Printers is proud to announce the acquisition of the Muller Martini Primera Pro Saddle Stitcher, an advanced piece of equipment that promises to revolutionize our bindery. This cutting-edge machine is designed to meet the demands of modern printing, offering superior efficiency, speed, and quality.

As we commemorate our 60th anniversary, Schumann Printers takes pride in reflecting on our rich history and the journey that led us to where we are today. Founded in 1963 by Jack Schumann, our company started in a small basement in Fall River, Wisconsin. Jack studied printing at Dunwoody College in Minnesota, and after graduating, he took a risk by moving to Fall River to start his own printing business.

Schumann Printers is excited to share our new video, showcasing the amazing team that makes up our printing facility. The video offers a behind-the-scenes look at our printing operations and introduces viewers to the dedicated individuals who produce our high-quality printed materials.