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Art Specifications

Sheet Size and Printable Area
Our maximum sheet size is 12" x 18". The maximum print area is 11.76" x 17.4".

Formats for Sending Electronic Files
We accept the following electronic file formats:

bulletIllustrator CS2
bulletPhotoShop CS2
bulletInDesign CS2
bulletQuarkXPress 6.5
bulletFreeHand MX
bulletAcrobat 7.0 (PDF File Format)
bulletJPG
bulletTIFF
bulletEPS

How to Submit Files
You may e-mail your artwork by clicking here, supply a CD, 3.5" floppy disk or zip disk or FTP your files. We accept both Mac and PC file formats though Mac is preferred. All fonts should be converted to outlines (paths) or you must submit the fonts with your files. All images must be included with your files. You must provide us with a paper proof. Convert color graphic files from RGB to CMYK, including any nested or embedded elements. No trapping of files is necessary.

FTP
FTP submissions are available upon request.

Prepress Tips...
The good news: it’s okay if you aren’t a prepress expert because we’ve got our own. We offer the following reminders to ensure that production of your StanKraft projects go smoothly.

Submit font files or be certain to convert fonts to outlines.
Create artwork at the proper resolution. An image on the web only needs to be 72 dpi; an image for print is typically set at 300 dpi. (And if you need help in sizing artwork or setting resolution, we’re happy to help you.)
Remember to set up bleeds. One-eighth of an inch is sufficient.
If we’re producing digital (vs. silkscreen) graphics for you, trapping isn’t an issue. There’s no need to worry about it!
It’s ok if you submit spot colors in your artwork for a digital job; we’ll convert the artwork to four-color process.

We’re glad you’re considering teaming up with us for your industrial design, printing and finishing needs. If you have questions about creating or submitting your art files, call us. We will take whatever steps are necessary to manufacture graphics certain to impress and win over your target audience.

For additional information about our industrial design, printing and finishing operations, we invite you to arrange an on-site visit and tour of our facilities.