Three Z Printing, a multi-generational family business based in Illinois, has embraced digital transformation by adding Canon ProStream inkjet web presses and advanced finishing systems from Standard Finishing. Previously focused solely on offset printing, the company responded to growing demand for variable data and shorter runs by investing in digital capabilities and a suite of Horizon and Hunkeler equipment, including saddlestitchers, folders, die cutters, and roll-to-stack lines. These upgrades have enabled faster turnaround times, less waste, and the ability to produce new product types such as personalized postcards, die-cut pieces, and book blocks.
This digital expansion has also energized the Three Z team, leading to cross-training, new hires, and increased engagement. Employees now rotate between equipment and shifts, bringing variety and renewed interest to their roles. With a dedicated, climate-controlled digital room and ongoing learning, the company is effectively building “a new business within,” preparing for future growth while maintaining the core values of its founders. The partnership with Standard Finishing has played a critical role in this transition, offering both technology and guidance as Three Z explores the next chapter in its evolution.
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