Greetings!
It's hard to believe that a whole decade has passed since we entered the new millennium! Who would have figured that while we were waiting for technology to come crashing down all around us (remember Y2K fears?); that 9/11, crazy oil prices, $1,100/oz gold, and Jon and Kate were in our future? The worldwide web is now web 2.0, social media, cloud computing, and disappearing polar ice-caps are the new norms.
One thing is for certain, that despite all the changes that we have undergone since Y2K, we are determined to offer the highest quality product with our best and "Kwik-est" service. You can also be assured that in the year(s) to come we will be striving to be better and offer even more for our customer.
Have a happy and successful 2010! |
| Meet the Staff |
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 Garth Bulman: The Book Specialist
Have a story to tell? Come talk to Garth Bulman. With over 30 years of experience in the printing industry, Garth has an incredible knowledge base that comes in handy when someone wants to publish a book.
Garth first started in the business with the Journal-Pioneer in 1972. Linotype was still in use. Before joining Kwik Kopy in 2002 he has worked for Williams and Crue, Irwin's, and Transcontinental. According to Garth, the biggest change in the industry over the last 37 years is " Direct to Plate" printing.
Many Island authors and historians have come to know Garth through his hard work and dedication to the details involved in publishing a book. When asked what the most important thing to do when starting down the road of publishing your book, Garth replied, "Come in and see me with a couple of books that you have seen and liked. I can go over with you what steps are needed and in the process save you some time and money."
Whether you want one bound copy of your memoirs, or have just completed an extensive review of your family-tree and want to share it with all 150 of your closest relatives, Garth can help you complete your project. |
| Paper Weight Confusion? |
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| Confusion no More
Ordering printed material can seem quite technical at times, especially when the CSR starts talking paper weights. Here is a simple guide to help you understand the basics. 
Basis Weight
The basis weight of a paper is the designated fixed weight of 500 sheets, measured in pounds, in that paper's basic sheet size. It is important to note that the "basic sheet size" is not the same for all types of paper.
Caliper
Caliper refers to the thickness of a sheet of paper expressed
in thousandth of an inch. This measurement is taken with a micro meter. Normally, paper caliper should not have more than a + or - 5% variance within a sheet. Generally, the relation between caliper and basis weight .... the greater the caliper (the thicker the paper), the greater the paper weight.
Equivalent Weight
While different paper types have different basic sizes,
papers can still be compared by using equivalent weight. |
