History of Offset Printing

Development of the offset press came in two versions: in 1875 by Robert Barclay of England for printing on tin, and in 1903 by Ira Washington Rubel of the United States for printing on paper.

Offset lithography is one of the most common ways of creating printed matter. A few of its common applications include: newspapers, magazines, brochures, stationery, and books. Offset printing is a commonly used printing technique in which the inked image is transferred (or "offset") from a plate to a rubber blanket, then to the printing surface.

Offset Printing Advantages and Benefits

Advantages of offset printing compared to other printing methods include:

• Consistent high image quality. Offset printing produces sharp and clean images.
• Quick and easy production of printing plates.
• Cost. Offset printing is the cheapest method to produce high quality printing in commercial printing quantities.

Capitol Copy and Print has provided Boise business offset printing and copy services for almost 40 years throughout Idaho and the Treasure Valley. Below is a list of the majority of printing projects we are able to produce for our customers.