Multi-volume sets
Volumes gathered, checked in order and set into slipcases or boxes as collector's editions.
Finishing
Tip-ons & hand inserting
Reply cards, samples and inserts tipped onto pages, or slid into pockets, sleeves and envelopes in order.
Opens the quote form with Handwork + Tip-ons & hand inserting pre-checked.
Good for
- Reply cards and samples on pages
- Inserts into pockets, sleeves and envelopes
- Direct mail and presentation folders
What we need to quote it
- Quantity of finished pieces, or a range
- What goes where: a sample, photos or a written build sheet
- Finished size, W × H
- Stock of each part, or ask us to advise
- Tip-on positions, glue type and closures, if any
- Need-by date, and when components arrive
- Ship-to ZIP, or pickup in Carlstadt
Start the quote
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Tip-ons & hand inserting · questions
What people ask first.
Either. A removable spot lets a card peel off cleanly; permanent glue keeps a sample in place. Say which on the quote.
Each card, sample or PI is placed with a jig, in the position marked on your layout or sample.
What moves the price
- 01Touches per piece: every insert, tip or fold by hand adds time
- 02Quantity: hand work scales piece by piece, so it doesn't get cheaper with volume the way machine runs do
- 03Whether there's an approved sample to build to
- 04Inspection and count requirements
General factors for handwork work. Your estimator prices the actual job after review.
Handwork process
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Quote portal
Quote tip-ons & hand inserting in one short form.
The form opens with this service already ticked, and a person reads every request. Rough specs are fine: leave gaps and we'll ask.