Q: What is Engraving?
Q: When should engraving be used?
Q: Who uses engraved stationery?
Q: Why should I buy engraved stationery?
Q: What is the cost of engraved stationery?
Q: Is engraving environmentally friendly?
Q: What are the color limitations with engraving?
Q: Are engraved products compatible with laser printers?
Q: What kind of art is needed to produce engraved stationery?
Q: How is Ponté different from other engravers?
Q: Can Ponté Enhance my IMAGE?

Q: What is Engraving?
A: Unlike other printing processes, which ink the surface of the paper, engraving is embossed into the fibers and becomes a permanent part of the paper. (For a more detailed description, click here.)

Q: When should engraving be used?
A: Because engraving communicates your IMAGE on paper, it is especially well suited for stationery, business cards, announcements, and other important documents used by corporations and professionals.

Q: Who uses engraved stationery?
A: Not everyone. Only those who understand that stationery communicates IMAGE. Engraved printing projects distinctiveness and uncompromising standards, and creates a lasting first impression.

Q: Why should I buy engraved stationery?
A: Engraved stationery is universally recognized to be the finest graphic process. Its richness and detail immediately conveys your IMAGE on paper.

Q: What is the cost of engraved stationery?
A: Modern technology has kept the cost of engraving competitive with lesser quality processes.

Q: Is engraving environmentally friendly?
A: Yes! Unlike many other printing inks, engraving inks are water-based and fully recyclable.

Q: What are the color limitations with engraving?
A: The process of engraving requires a separate impression for each color, however the number of colors used on an individual item is virtually unlimited. The inks can be mixed to create any color, and the brilliance and opacity of engraving inks are unparalleled. Metallic inks are uniquely suited to engraving.

Q: Are engraved products compatible with laser printers?
A: Yes! Engraved stationery works perfectly well with laser printers. Its compatibility also allows it to be used with other printing processes, such as offset lithography, foil stamping, etc.

Q: What kind of art is needed to produce engraved stationery?
A: We can work with almost any kind of computer file or camera-ready art that you can provide. ItŐs best to contact us so we can verify any special situations with our pre-press department.

Q: How is Ponté different from other engravers?
A: The Ponté name has been synonymous with quality engraving since 1947. Our people take unusual pride in their knowledge, performance and genuine commitment to customer service and satisfaction.

Q: Can Ponté Enhance my IMAGE?
A: Yes, through a wide range of processes from embossing and engraving to foil stamping on fine paper stocks. Call us today for imaginative approaches and solutions to your needs.