Solo Printing, a Miami-based commercial printing company, is commemorating its 40th anniversary—a testament to its enduring commitment to quality and innovation in the printing industry. Founded by Manny Hernandez, Solo Printing has evolved from its humble beginnings into a full-service provider, offering services such as prepress, sheet-fed, web offset, and digital printing.
A significant milestone in Solo Printing's journey is its attainment, and continued maintenance of G7 Master Qualification, a certification granted by Idealliance and recognized around the world and demanded by leading print buyers. This prestigious certification ensures that Solo Printing's facility demonstrates top-tier color management, device alignment, and standardization capabilities, enabling consistent and high-quality print outputs across various substrates and processes.
The G7 methodology focuses on achieving and maintaining a shared neutral appearance across all print processes, ensuring that printed materials maintain visual consistency regardless of where or how they are produced. This alignment is crucial for brand integrity, as it guarantees that colors remain uniform across different platforms and media. G7 incorporates not only a calibration methodology, but a strict regime of process control for maintaining this near-neutral print alignment.
Solo Printing's dedication to G7 standards not only enhances the quality of its products but also underscores their commitment to sustainability. By adhering to these rigorous standards, the company minimizes paper waste and reduces ink usage, leading to more environmentally friendly operations.
In this Impressions Xchange interview, Manny Hernandez, co-founder of Solo Printing, and his son Robert Hernandez, vice president of sales reflect on the company's four-decade journey by attributing their success to a combination of technological investment and a steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction. They acknowledge that while the printing industry has faced numerous challenges over the years, including the rise of digital media, Solo Printing's focus on quality, consistency, and innovation has been pivotal in navigating these changes.
As Solo Printing celebrates this significant milestone, its G7 Master Qualification stands as a symbol of the company's dedication to excellence. This certification not only differentiates Solo Printing in a competitive market, but also assures clients of the superior quality and consistency of their printed materials.
Looking ahead, Solo Printing remains committed to embracing new technologies and methodologies that align with its core values. The company's journey over the past 40 years serves as an inspiring example of how dedication to quality, continuous improvement, and adaptability can lead to sustained success in the ever-evolving printing industry.
