Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Printing Partner in Norwich
Established in 1983, we are a family-owned printing business combining decades of traditional expertise with modern technology. Our core values of customer service, quality, and environmental responsibility underpin every project, from business cards to large-scale brochures. We specialise in lithographic printing, including spot colour Pantone matching, digital printing, and in-house book binding, ensuring precision and cost-effectiveness across all print runs. Our team, many of whom have been with us for decades, brings unparalleled skill in both traditional and contemporary printing techniques.We actively preserve the art of hand-mixed ink matching while embracing technological advancements to deliver bespoke solutions. As a responsible business, we offset our carbon footprint and prioritise sustainable practices throughout our supply chain. Our commitment to excellence ensures every job is executed to the highest standard, tailored to meet individual client needs.
Services
Litho Printing
Digital Printing
Spot Colour Printing
Book Binding
Graphic Design
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in lithographic and digital printing.
- Our team preserves traditional spot colour Pantone matching techniques.
- We offer in-house book binding and trade finishing services.
- Our family-run business prioritises customer service and sustainability.
- We combine heritage expertise with modern, cost-effective print technology.
Services
Litho Printing
Our lithographic printing service delivers high-precision results using Heidelberg presses, ideal for long runs requiring fine detail and colour accuracy. Ink dots as small as 0.01mm ensure exceptional reproduction quality. This method remains cost-effective for large quantities, preserving traditional techniques like spot colour Pantone matching. We combine decades of expertise with modern technology to meet exacting client specifications.
Digital Printing
Digital printing offers cost-efficient solutions for short runs, with rapid turnaround times. Our Xerox Versant 180 system ensures vibrant colour reproduction and flexibility for variable data printing. This method suits projects requiring quick adjustments or limited quantities, complementing our lithographic capabilities. We advise on optimal print methods to balance quality and budget for each project.
Spot Colour Printing
We specialise in traditional spot colour litho printing, mixing Pantone inks by hand and eye to achieve exact hues. This dying art ensures brand consistency for logos and corporate materials. Our expertise preserves this technique while integrating modern digital workflows. Clients benefit from unmatched accuracy in colour-critical applications, maintaining heritage methods alongside contemporary solutions.
Book Binding
Our in-house binding department offers PUR glue, wire, and square-back stitching for books and calendars. PUR binding accommodates 2-50mm thicknesses, while square-back provides flat, stackable results without glued spines. We serve both direct clients and trade partners, offering competitive pricing and expert advice on print-finishing options to enhance durability and presentation.
Graphic Design
Our design team provides artwork creation and optimisation to ensure print-ready files. We assist with layouts, bleed settings, and technical adjustments to prevent costly errors. From business cards to books, we combine design expertise with print knowledge to maximise visual impact. Free pre-printing consultations help clients achieve optimal results through informed design choices.
People
Ken Gorvin
Founder
Ken began his printing apprenticeship in 1957, mastering litho and letterpress techniques. He trained key team members in traditional methods, ensuring preservation of specialist skills. His technical expertise remains vital for complex print projects.
Joyce Gorvin
Founder
Joyce established the company's business framework, managing operations and client relations. Her strategic vision ensured long-term stability, mentoring successors in financial and customer service aspects while maintaining bookkeeping responsibilities.
Nick Gorvin
Partner
Nick oversees daily operations, handling client consultations, artwork, printing, and logistics. He bridges traditional methods with modern practices, ensuring hands-on quality control across all departments since joining the business in 1991.
Jason Rope
Master Printer
Apprenticed under Ken since 1989, Jason preserves litho and letterpress expertise while operating advanced finishing equipment. His technical knowledge spans both heritage techniques and modern bindery systems, maintaining quality across production stages.
Liam Blackwell
Senior Printer
Liam, with two decades of experience, specialises in lithographic processes and finishing equipment. He collaborates with Jason to maintain production efficiency, sharing expertise in both traditional printing methods and contemporary workflow optimisation.
Questions
What printing methods do you offer?
We provide lithographic, digital, and spot colour Pantone printing, along with in-house book binding and graphic design services.
What's the difference between litho and digital printing?
Litho suits long runs with precise detail; digital is cost-effective for shorter quantities. We advise on optimal methods based on your project requirements.
Do you offer trade finishing services?
Yes, we provide PUR binding, wire binding, and square-back stitching to local print companies alongside our direct services.
How do you ensure colour accuracy?
Our specialists mix Pantone inks by hand and eye, preserving traditional spot colour matching techniques for exact brand consistency.
Are you environmentally responsible?
We operate a fully carbon-offset business, prioritising sustainable practices across operations and supply chain partnerships.
