American Litho offers a wide range of print services including web, sheetfed, digital and wide format printing. It has large facilities covering 250,000 square feet with modern printing presses, platemaking, proofing and pre-press equipment. American Litho prides itself on customer service and aims to deliver high quality print jobs efficiently. It handles both small and large jobs with short turnaround times.

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CAPABILITIES AND EQUIPMENT LIST
Web • Sheetfed • Digital • Mailing • Fulfillment & Logistics
Your complete one-stop
solution for high-quality
printing, design, and
distribution.

2. American Litho is one of the largest print manufacturing
facilities in the Midwest with over 250,000 square feet of
in-house manufacturing capability.
We offer a towering set of print services under one roof,
featuring the latest in high-tech pre-press and advanced
web, sheetfed, digital, and wide format printing. Our in-
Welcome to your line finishing offers a number of perfing, gluing, folding,
scoring and die-cutting options along with a full-service
destination for print bindery. Our expansive warehouse and distribution
perfection. center provides any number of fulfillment options.
We take pride in our spotless pressrooms, where our
streamlined workflow maximizes efficiencies.
American Litho will deliver the product you envision
using the best process to meet your needs. We can
handle any job size, turnaround time, or custom request.
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3. Customer Service
Customer service that cares
American Litho’s exceptional personal
service makes us the printer you can trust.
Our dedicated customer service department
is staffed with the most experienced,
knowledgeable people in the printing
business. Your project is assigned a personal
customer service representative who works
closely with you to make sure your job runs
smoothly and efficiently through our entire
process - from pre-press to final distribution.
Client rooms with the comfort of home
We offer comfortable, upscale, wired
lounges where you can work, meet, and
relax while we complete your project to your
full satisfaction. Our customer suites feature
60” plasma televisions, fireplaces and fully
stocked refrigerators to make your meetings
and press checks efficient and enjoyable.
Did you know?
American Litho:
Completes more than 15,000
projects every year
Produces over 898,000,000
impressions every year
Purchases 110,000,000
pounds of paper every year
Uses 500,000 pounds of ink
per year
We have over 600 print
professionals at your service
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4. Electronic Pre-Press Pre-Press Platemaking
Pre-Press • 14 - Mac Pro workstations with • Kodak Magnus 800 automatic direct
21” - 23” Apple Displays to plate laser plate setter
• Creo/Scitex Prinergy PowerEdge • Kodak Trendsetter laser plate setter
Pre-Press that works 830 4 3.00 GHZ and 2GB RAM
American Litho’s pre-press department • 2 - Prinergy PowerEdge R710s Proofing
combines a fully electronic workflow and internal RAID with 675GB
with high-speed digital pre-press, digital • 3 - Creo/Scitex Iris 43” wide digital ink
proofing, and direct-to-plate imaging • Prinergy PowerEdge 2900 jet proofers (8-page format)
equipment. Seasoned technicians and
graphic artists expertly perform color • Qualstar TLS 4000 tape library • Canon iPF8000S 44” ImpoProof
corrections, retouching, and image
manipulation. Sophisticated, platform- • Kodak PowerEdge 2600 INSITE server • 2 - XAnTE Ilumina digital proofers
independent systems accept work
seamlessly from host-user interfaces, • Kodak’s INSITE – remote online soft • Kodak Approval digital dot
the Internet, FTP, Blackberry, iPhone proofing solution contract proofer
and more.
• 2 - Epson 9900 contract proofers
Kodak’s Insite Prepress Portal tracks Telecommunications with EFI XF Client Rip
all activity, including job submissions,
change requests, and approvals or • ISDL - 5MB file accepted via e-mail
rejections. Pixel-streaming technology
allows very large files to be accessed • FTP site 500 MB file capacity
remotely.
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5. Cutting Edge Technology
We are constantly improving our
processes and technology to increase
efficiencies and drive down overall project
costs. These savings are passed on to our
customers and give us a unique
competitive edge.
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Information Technology
American Litho’s IT department plays a vital
role in leveraging technology to keep our
pressroom floors running at peak efficiency.
Streamlining the quoting process,
improving order-entry efficiencies, and
managing file transfers and back-ups are
just a few of the ways our IT staff has been
working behind the scenes to create
efficient process improvements.
Estimating & Production Technology
Metrix is revolutionary software that
dynamically determines the most efficient,
cost-effective project plans by applying its
logic of optimum print practices to a
database of American Litho’s presses,
finishing equipment, and stocks. Metrix
introduces unprecedented automation to
print workflows by seamlessly exchanging
data with MIS, prepress systems, and
finishing systems.
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6. AMERICAN LITHO 65,400...
Web Printing • 6-color Komori System 38*, 38” maximum
web width and 22¾" cutoff, high speed
sheeter, perf unit, remoist gum unit, spot
gluer, backbone pasting and GMI closed
For your high capacity jobs loop color
Featuring Goss, Heidelberg and Komori, our state-of-the-art • 6-color Harris M-1000 heatset press, 38"
web presses provide the capacity and flexibility you need for maximum web width and 22¾" cutoff, remoist
your largest print jobs. Centralized computer-controlled pattern gluer, pattern perforator, Vits Sheeter,
inking and chemical mixing systems along with automatic 16-page combination folder, and GMI closed
color management and register control, provide the loop color
consistent quality output of our web printing. Industry-
leading Stochastic technology delivers extraordinarily fine • 6-color Harris M-1000 heatset press, 38"
image detail through greater color control, more clarity of maximum web width and 22¾" cutoff, remoist
screen-built type and smoother gradations of color. pattern gluer, pattern perforator, Vits Sheeter, and
GMI closed loop color
Web Presses • 6-color Harris M-110b heatset press, 26½"
maximum web width and 17¾" cutoff, remoist
• 5-color Heidelberg M-3000, 38” maximum web width pattern gluer, pattern perforator, Vits Sheeter,
and 21½” cutoff, high speed sheeter, perf unit, pocket gluer, Dynatec Hot Melt and cold gluing
double former folder and GMI closed loop color capabilities in-line, and GMI closed loop color
• TWO 6-color Heidelberg M2000 heatset • 6-color Didde 860 coldset press, 20" maximum
presses, 38" maximum web width and 22¼" web width, and pattern perforator
cutoff, Vits Sheeter, remoist pattern gluer,
pattern perforator, and GMI closed loop color
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7. AMERICAN LITHO 65,400 ...
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8. Sheetfed Printing
We CAN Run Your Custom Jobs
With the ability to print on a massive
variety of house stocks and other
substrates in sizes that range from less
than an inch to more than forty inches,
American Litho boasts one of the most
comprehensive and diverse sheetfed
printing capacities in the industry.
American Litho can turn out any custom
sheetfed print job and finish it to your
specifications.
Sheetfed Presses
Sheetfed printing provides unique
abilities over other printing methods.
Utilizing the highest degree of automation,
and machine-driven material handling
allows us to maintain peak production and
efficiency. As a result, American Litho can
turn out any custom sheetfed print jobs
finished with a complete array of bindery
services quickly.
These post-press applications include
handwork for custom folds or insertions.
• TWO 6-color 41” Heidelberg XL 105
Speedmasters each with AXIS 2
quality control measuring devices
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10. Web Printing • Sheetfed
Printing • Digital Printing
Mailing • Fulfillment &
Logistics
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13. AMERICAN LITHO 65,400 ...
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14. AMERICAN LITHO 64,000 ...... IPH
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15. Towering Capabilities
All Under One Roof
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16. Digital Printing
For your quickest jobs
The digital press brings the advantages of
on-demand, variable-data printing to the
industrial printing market. American Litho
can digitally produce everything from
printed graphic attachments to overlays.
Plus, printed plastic substrates can be
finished with lamination, thermo-forming,
embossing and other post- printing
industry-standard processes.
• 6-color HP Indigo Press
Wide - Format
For your large-scale jobs
Does your project call for printing on a
grand scale? American Litho’s new large
format printing service is the perfect
choice. This process is ideal for POP
displays, tradeshow graphics, window
displays, fleet graphics, promotional
materials, banners, wall paper, back-lit
displays and more. Prints can be rated
for both indoor and outdoor usage.
styrene banners
• Vutek QS3200 Digital UV press
with four, six, or six-color plus white
The Vutek will print up to 126.5” wide by
the length of the roll or on flat materials
up to 2” thick. Two resolutions are available:
High Definition - 1080 dpi; and Standard - 540
dpi. We can print edge-to-edge in some cases,
which works well on pre-die cut material for
short runs. printed canvas
printed wood plank
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17. Color
Kodak’s Color Flow Software system allows
us to align color across multiple devices and
unite curve and profile creation using one
application. The system signals when color
adjustments are required with integrated
color control, using Kodak’s Prinergy
Workflow. This system reduces color setup
costs and color production errors, while
producing consistent color on digital and
offset presses, with less effort, more accuracy
and faster job turnaround.
Quality Control
American Litho is built on a commitment
to quality control. We employ multiple
quality control checkpoints on every
project we run and in every facet of our
business. Our quality mission focus is on
helping our clients increase their
competitive advantage by delivering
the highest quality print products in
the shortest practical time.
Kodak Prosper S20
American Litho continues to re-invest in
the latest technologies with the addition
of a Kodak Prosper S20 Imprinting System.
Imprinting capabilities include:
• 4.16” (10.6 cm) imprint width
• Up to 2,000 fpm (600 mpm)
• 600 dpi imaging
• Pigment and dye-based inks
• 4-color variable imaging at 60,000 imps./hr.
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18. • 2 - 26” MBO folders • 6 - Automatic hand banders
• 6 - 23” MBO folders • 10 - Automatic folding bundlers
Bindery • 2 - 20” MBO folder • 7 - Automatic carton sealers
• 14” Stahl specialty miniature • Whirlwind string loop necker
folders • PMC die round corner machine
• 2 - 26” Stahl folders, with • 40” Bobst die cutter
American Litho’s bindery department
double gate folders
can handle most of your finishing • 2 - 43” 6-head transfer tape machines
needs. With automated stations for • 4 - 26” Stahl folders, with spot
• 2 - 18” 4-head transfer tape machines
cutting, folding, stitching and glue and ink jet capabilities
sorting, we complete 99% of client • 10 - Label & wafer sealing machines
• 4 - Double gate fold attachments
jobs in-house, saving time and • 2 - Polar flatbed cutters
eliminating additional handling fees.
Auxiliary Equipment • 3 - Offline Scitex inkjet mailing
machines
Folders and Cutters • Three-hole punch attachment
American Litho operates over 30 • 2 - Semi-automatic 5-head drill presses Imaging Equipment
different types of folders that can with round corner attachment
• 1”, 2” and 4¼” Scitex inkjet heads,
meet the needs of the smallest • 2 - Profold tabbing machines for wafer 120 to 240 DPI
project or projects with millions sealing & scratch off labels
of pieces. • 2”, 4” and 8” Inkjet heads 150 to 600 DPI
• Cold glue system
• 5 - Robotech hot melt glue system
• 55” Polar Mohr cutter
• 15 - 8pp Roll away sections
• 9 - 45” Polar Mohr cutters
• 3 - 16pp Roll away sections
• 2 - 30” MBO folders
• 4 - Automatic shrink wrap machines
• 20 - 26” MBO perfection folders
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19. Stitching
American Litho operates one of the largest
binderies in the Midwest offering 8 saddle
stitchers with a variety of sophisticated
capabilities. Our saddle stitchers provide high
net output, ASIR control, JDF compatibility,
3-knife and 5-knife trimming, inside and outside
inkjet personalization, tabbing, wafer sealing,
shrink-wrapping and US Postal Service sortation.
Stitching Equipment
• Heidelberg 5-pocket + cover feeder saddle stitcher
• Heidelberg 12-pocket saddle stitchers
• Heidelberg 10-pocket saddle stitcher
• Heidelberg 6-pocket saddle stitcher
• Heidelberg 5-pocket saddle stitcher
• 2 - Muller Martini 6-pocket saddle stitchers
Selective Binding
Over half of the binding lines at American Litho
have selective binding capability, which allows
our clients to produce unique finished products
for different recipients on the same binding line.
A special code in the address file indicates which
sections each individual in the file should
receive. That same address file provides the
information for the mailing label. Clients can
realize substantial cost savings by printing,
binding, and mailing all versions at
the same time.
Diecutting
American Litho’s 40-inch Bobst die cutter
can handle your simple projects as well as your
most intricate die cutting shapes. Combined
with our sheetfeds that can run 40 pt. board,
our in house folder gluers, and our Loop
String Necker, we can produce all aspects
of packaging in house.
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20. Distribution
Getting your print products to the right
people at the right time is our specialty.
Through a unique distribution process
that employs color-coding and redundant
labeling, American Litho can distribute
inserts to thousands of different locations
for the same Sunday paper or deliver a
partial shipment of separate products. We
can easily handle all your fulfillment needs
too - from tracking packages and system
integration, to picking & packing and
customer service.
Mailing
Our personalized mailing services include
self mailers, catalogs and postcards. With
our Kodak Versamark Imaging equipment,
we can handle all your personalized direct
mail pieces. From CASS certification,
N.C.O.A. and data presorts, American Litho
can assist you with all of your data needs,
image your mail pieces and ship your
product to all BMC’s and SCF’s.
Fulfillment
American Litho’s fulfillment solutions can
manage every project from customized
assembly to nationwide shipping, saving
you time, keeping more money in your
budget, and improving your delivery times.
Pick ‘n’ Pack
American Litho’s accurate and reliable
Pick ‘n’ Pack service takes the worry out
of fulfillment on custom orders. American
Litho can pick full cartons, partial cartons
or orders of less than a hundred, with the
same ease and reliability as our traditional
bulk palletized fulfillment.
The Pick ‘n’ Pack solution provides you
with the ability to meet your business
needs, without the need to move stock
to an alternate location for processing.
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21. Shipping & Warehousing
American Litho can help you maximize
economies of scale by printing and
stocking your items in our 100,000 sq. ft.
warehouse, keeping them ready to ship or
customize according to your needs.
Your final product can be shipped in the
way you need it - loaded onto a truck
or a railcar. Our automated trains move
product into our warehouse for on-site
storage.
Digital Storefront
American Litho’s digital shopping platform
provides a custom on-line ordering system
for all of your print products in one
easy-to-use, web-based storefront. Use
American Litho’s e-commerce print-specific
management tool for job submissions,
stock management, fulfillment and more.
Send American Litho your project
documents from anywhere worldwide, or
choose a pre-defined job from a visual
catalog. Integrate your project and
inventory management with our seamless
digital storefront solution and improve your
profitability.
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22. Environment
AMERICAN LITHO
Doing our part and more...
At American Litho we take environmental
stewardship seriously. We are proud of
our FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)
and SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative)
certification and offer eco-friendly printing
options, like soy-based inks and recycled
paper. Talk to us about ways we can help
you create a greener product.
Pollution Control
A Thermo Electron Air Purification System
purifies gasses from the ink dryers
removing nearly 99% of the volatile organic
compounds (VOCs). We exceed even the
strictest California Clean Air Regulations.
Recycling
We recycle anything and everything -
paper, plastics, metals, wood, pallets,
blanket wash, solvents, light bulbs, toner
cartridges, and batteries. Our overhead chip
removal system moves all excess paper to
our recycling area.
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23. Water Purification
American Litho’s water tank purification
system is large enough to serve a small
city. The Reverse Osmosis (RO) water
system removes all minerals and impurities
from our water, which ensures that all of
our fountain solutions are pure and 100%
phosphate free.
Soy Inks
American Litho’s current set of Process Inks
meets the American Soybean Association’s
standards required to use the Printed with
Soy Logo.
Ink Super Bins
Since 2001, 344 tankers of ink have been
unloaded at our Berlin Industries facility.
This is equivalent to 818 deliveries of ink
in totes, which has kept over 500 trucks
off the road.
Forest Stewardship
American Litho is proud to be both FSC
and SFI certified.
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24. Web • Sheetfed • Digital • Mailing • Fulfillment & Logistics
160 East Elk Trail, Carol Stream, IL 60188-9314
PH: 630.462.1700 FAX: 630.462.3800
www.alitho.com
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