Can a package that is currently printed using Offset or Gravure methods be converted to print Flexo?

Yes! The recent advances in Flexo prepress and printing have made the conversion of packages, once thought only reproducible by Offset or Gravure, to be printed using Flexographic methods. Past limitations in the Flexo process are rapidly being eliminated by better printing equipment and more capable prepress facilities. Today, with the proper consideration of design and images, there is no limit to what can be produced with Flexo packaging.

What are some of the advantages of the Flexo printing method?

1. Rich, saturated colors

2. Possible reduction in production costs

3. Wide variety of substrates

How quickly can I have my plates?

This is truly the most frequently asked question in our industry. The answer is very much dependent upon the many factors that make up a Flexographic printing project. The partnership between Hughes Integrated and our customers is one built on trust and understanding. Trust, that Hughes will do everything possible the get our products to our customers when needed; and understanding, that we will only do so while providing the level of quality and accuracy that is the foundation of our business.

Can art be sent to Hughes via email?

Sure. But if the file you are sending is very large a compression program like Win-Zip [pc] or Stuff-it [Mac] may need to be used to reduce the file size before emailing. And please remember to include all fonts and images as well.

My proof doesn’t match my press print! Help!

ICC profiling of all devices is essential to proper proof generating. By having your specific press’ unique gamut captured, Hughes will generate proofs to match the full potential of your press. 

My print just doesn’t have the “punch” I was looking for…

Perhaps uncontrolled dot gain has gotten the best of your print? CTP plates, with their distinctively cleaner dot structure can help solve these issues. Hughes specializes in developing individual strategies for your specific challenges. 

Hughes will accept files in the following formats:

• Adobe Illustrator
• Macromedia Freehand
• Photoshop, Quark, and PDF formats are also accepted
  

Please reference our Document Tips area for more details.

Do you know you can now use Hughes’ extranet to upload files directly to our server?

It’s faster, more secure, and more stable than email. And it’s so easy even technophobes find it a breeze!

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