Bizhub PRESS C1085 at PrimeNet’s MN Direct Mail Center is Running Strong!

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Bizhub PRESS C1085 at PrimeNet’s MN Direct Mail Center is Running Strong!

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Bizhub PRESS C1085We’re happy to announce that our
85-ppm Konica Minolta Bizhub PRESS C1085, has been running wonderfully and has proven itself as an excellent addition to our printing equipment lineup here at PrimeNet.

Clearly one of the best production devices in its class, the Bizhub PRESS C1085 has consistently scored highly on all of its quality-test categories when testing was conducted by Buyer’s Lab International (BLI), an independent research and lab services testing company. “Usually we see models that excel in one or two areas, but fall short in others,” says David Sweetnam, head of BLI’s European Research and Lab Services. “With such an impressive all-around performance, the Bizhub PRESS C1085 will be a good fit in mid-volume production environments regardless of whether productivity, image quality, media handling or ease of use is the main concern.” And in PrimeNet’s case, it is a great fit for our customers and our business, mutually.

The Bizhub PRESS C1085 boasts color consistency and is among the best in class and is one of only a few production units to earn BLI’s highest 5-star rating for color consistency. Testing instruments “recorded no drift greater than Delta 2.9 on any of 12 colors on coated or non-coated stock when measured at five intervals over the course of 1,000 impressions. Text and fine lines were equally stellar, also earning 5-star ratings, and the device produced smooth halftone curves across all four colors.” Source: BLI, via keypointintelligence.com

Media-handling capabilities include:

High maximum A3/SRA3 capacity of 13,890 sheets and support for three stackers providing an uninterrupted stacking capacity of 15,000 sheets.
Uninterrupted paper and toner refill, thus making the Bizhub PRESS C1085 capable of running 24-hour shifts with virtually no downtime.
High media weight support up to 350 gsm, including for duplexing
Air-suction feeding on all paper sources to aid handling of coated stocks.
Dehumidifier and preheat features assist with handling of offset media.
Humidifier option designed to reduce rippling and paper curl.
Supports several controller options.
When paired with the Konica Minolta controller, user-friendly job ticketing and extensive color management can be utilized, and operators are able to reorder and add or delete pages without needing to reRIP files before printing.
Excellent integration between the device media catalog and controllers

When tested with the Mixed Media Speed preference, the Bizhub PRESS C1085 achieved and maintained consistent simplex and duplex throughput speeds across the entire supported media range, plus it outperformed its closest competitors when printing on A3 and larger paper.

As an add-on, PrimeNet’s Bizhub PRESS C1085 boasts a saddle stitcher (model SD-513). which provides the following capabilities:

Full-bleed, square-folded, professional booklets ready to box
– Prints on 12″x18″ stock to make a full bleed, 3-side trimmed, 8.5″ x 11″ booklet
Thinner booklet (<5 pages) covers can be creased to avoid toner cracking
4-position stapled booklets which can be cut down into 2 smaller books
Tri-folded brochures on up to 12 point stock can be creased and folded in-line (letter size only)

We’re delighted to have the Bizhub PRESS C1085 in our lineup and look forward to passing the benefits along to our clients!  Have a look at it in action here:

Click on any image in the gallery below for a closer look:

 


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PrimeNet Direct Marketing Solutions Completes SOC 2 TYPE 2 Examination

MKeefe  By Mark Keefe, President


jpg 360 Advanced SOC 2 Seal of CompletionJune 2017– PrimeNet Direct Marketing Solutions, provider of Direct Mail and Statement Processing Services, has completed yet another successful SOC 2 Type 2 examination.

The examination was performed by 360 Advanced, P.A., a full-service audit and consulting firm that specializes in integrated compliance solutions, including conducting SOC examinations. SOC 2, Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements AT Section 101, ‘Reporting on Controls at a Service Organizations Relevant to Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, or Privacy ,developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), is a widely recognized authoritative guidance that provides service organizations a uniform method for disclosing independently assessed information about the design and operation of internal controls related to their services. Companies who complete an annual SOC 2 examination are able to

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Boost Summer Revenue with Special Independence Day Marketing

Celebrate special deals this Independence Day with a patriotic take on your direct mail campaigns!

As Summer heats up, Independence Day presents opportunities for innovative companies to turn a profit. Your campaign marketing strategy can play a huge role in the success of Summer sales. This year at PrimeNet, we are highlighting newly re-designed products for the 4th of July Summer holiday that have produced proven returns for our clients’ customer base.


Flag Diecut Mailer ThumbnailDie Cut Flag Mailer

This 11″x8.5″ Die Cut Flag really stands out in the mailbox because of its unique flag shape. Printed on heavy stock, 4 color, 2 sides and mails inserted into a 12″x9″ full window envelope.

 


Independence Day Buy Back letterIndependence Day Letter

The classic 8.5″x14″ letter is a tried and true approach for getting customers into your business. Mailed with a simple, yet official looking #10 window envelope, this is sure to get opened once it’s in the hands of your audience.

 


License Plate Mailer Independence Day thumbLicense Plate Mailer

License Plate Mailers can be customized for any state or region. People just love seeing their name, and when it’s BOLD on a 10″x12″ license plate with a catchy message, that greatly increases the chance they’ll come to your business.
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Large 9″x12″ Full Window Packages

A full window envelope, conceals just enough of the border to spark curiosity. “Is that a real five-dollar bill that has fallen to the corner?” Open it to find out! “What DID I win under this scratch off?” These are the kinds of “I wonder” questions that get customers in the

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PrimeNet Achieves G7 Status for Fifth Consecutive Year!

G7 Master Qualified PrinterTraci Direct Mail G7 Blog Photo
PrimeNet Direct Marketing is proud to announce for our 5th consecutive year we have met the requirements for Idealliance® G7 Master Printer qualification. We are now printing to G7 qualification in our offset printing department, our digital printing department; plus our Epson Proofer passed the G7 Grayscale, G7 Targeted and G7 Colorspace qualification and we are proud to be listed as a Certified G7 Color Contract Proof provider.

By adding our color digital department to our G7 compliant output devices we have positioned ourselves very well to match color across every output print area.

G7 Master Certified PrinterThe Idealliance G7 Master program is the world’s leading print facility validation program.
G7 Master Qualification is granted to a physical facility to use the G7 Proof-to-Print Process that uses the most modern technology, techniques, and press controls to produce a close to visual match from proof to print. This qualification is valid for one calendar year and must be renewed annually. There are three levels of compliance for G7 Master Qualification:

G7 Grayscale    |    G7 Targeted    |    G7 Colorspace

These levels demonstrate G7 Master capabilities by specified print condition and offer multiple levels of distinction for G7 Master Printers. Print service providers of all types know that a measurable, predictable, and uniform color management process provides significant business advantages.

For printers to be successful, orders must be turned around quickly, they must be consistent and they must be predictable. G7 is the only methodology and print validation program in the world that crosses all print mediums.

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Memorial Day Direct Mailers Customized for Your Customers

Celebrate your special deals this Memorial Day with a brand new take on your direct mail campaigns!

As the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day is full of opportunities for enterprising companies to turn a profit. Your marketing strategy plays a major role in the success of your sales, kicking off with Memorial Day weekend.  This year we at PrimeNet are highlighting three newly re-designed products that have produced proven returns for our clients’ customer base.

flag die cut direct mailer

Die Cut Flag Mailer

This 11″x8.5″ Die Cut Flag really stands out in the mailbox because of its unique flag shape. This piece is printed on heavy stock, 4 color, 2 sides and can be inserted into a 12″x9″ full window envelope.


memorial day letter advertising mail

Memorial Day Letter

The classic 8.5″x14″ letter is a tried and true approach for getting customers into your business. Mailed with a simple, yet official looking #10 window envelope, this is certain to get opened.


license plates self mailer

License Plate Mailer

License Plate Mailers can be customized for any state or region. People love seeing their name, and when it’s BOLD on a 10″x12″ license plate with a great message, that increases the chance they’ll come to you.


 

 

 

 


Some news you can use:

To help you increase your chances of success, here are Four Marketing Tips for Memorial Day:

1. Start Your Marketing Early
Many companies wait until the weekend before Memorial Day to begin marketing their special sales. You can get a jump on the competition by beginning your direct mail campaign several weeks early.  Be the leader of the pack and send your direct mail piece to your customers two to three weeks before Memorial Day.  Start marketing early, and by the

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Spring is In the Air: Targeting Weather Changes For Your Direct Mail Campaigns

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How does the weather affect consumer purchase decisions?

Targeting Weather Changes for Your Direct Mail Campaigns: Right on par with economy fluctuations, surprising as it may seem, weather plays a huge role in impacting consumer purchasing decisions. It affects the emotional state, which in turn drives choices on what to purchase, and dictates how much people are willing to spend. The effects go far beyond the obvious examples like cold beverages selling on hot days, and rain coats when it’s raining.

weather direct mail blog article lemonade sign

Weather influences practically every consumer purchase decision. What we eat, our choice of clothing, the type of car we drive and what house we buy, can all be predicted and determined by studying fluctuations in the weather. Understanding this relationship can have a huge benefit for brands and performance marketers. Weather data can be leveraged to market products at precisely the most profitable time, and in the manner which will have the most impact. By studying the weather forecasts for in-home dates, and by choosing a solid direct mail provider who can guarantee fast turnaround, it’s possible to gain a great competitive advantage.

Weather affects consumers on 3 levels method of purchasing, mood, and choice of products:

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The Effect of Weather on Method of Purchasing

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On the most basic level, weather affects the channels consumers use to make their purchases. For example; during warm sunny days, traditional brick and mortar shops often enjoy more in-store foot traffic, whereas periods of inclement weather tend to increase traffic to online domains. However, much also depends on seasonality, industry and the type of product(s) offered. Studies have found that on wet or cold days there was an average 12% increase in web traffic for retailers in home & furniture, wholesale, and clothing industries as compared to traffic on warm sunny days. However, oddly enough, there was no real significant difference for “big box” type retailers. Because weather driven demand can really vary with the type of industry, it is crucial that advertisers have insights on how

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The Bizhub PRESS 2250P at PrimeNet’s Minnesota Direct Mail Center is Ready for Action!


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Successful Installation of an Additional Bizhub PRESS 2250P at PrimeNet’s Minnesota Direct Mail Facility Boosts Productivity Yet Again!

Shakopee, MN – March 5, 2017 – PrimeNet is pleased to welcome its latest addition to our Minnesota direct mail facility. With such great success at our Florida Headquarters since installation in November of 2016, we’ve made the decision to add yet another bizhub® PRESS 2250P monochrome digital press to our team of printing equipment. As a result of this milestone, we look forward to sharing success with our current clients, expand the scope of their services and grow their sales revenue even further. Konica Minolta’s models address the expanding need for high-performance, power-efficient, cost-effective demands of print mail facilities such as PrimeNet.

“Developed by combining two bizhub PRESS 1250P engines in a single space-saving design, the digital press is an ideal solution for print professionals that demand the highest levels of performance and productivity. The bizhub PRESS 2250P builds upon the successful technology of the bizhub PRESS 1250 series, which includes LED imaging and Simitri HD toner for true 1200 x1200 dpi print resolution.”  -Direct from Konica Minolta

Printing at up to 250 duplex impressions per minute (15,000 per hour), the 2250 is able to easily handle long-run digital printing for improved turnaround times on all print jobs. In addition to ultra fast output, the PRESS delivers accurate registration and the best Black&White image quality available, and can also support a vast array of paper types and weights, plus a broad range of inline finishing options.

This sister installation in our Minnesota direct mail facility also includes CREO IC-312m controllers to the 2250 which provide several key advantages for PrimeNet which can be viewed here in our press release on the debut of this technology at PrimeNet.

 

The bizhub® PRESS 2250P in Shakopee, MN:

 

Video Overview by Konica Minolta:
bizhub is a registered trademark of Konica Minolta, Inc.


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License Plate, Punch-Out Card & Voucher Package: A New Approach to Increase ROI

Clever, Newly Designed Products Make the Most of Your Message!

When it comes to marketing your business, fresh new approaches to attract customers are always a smart idea! Personalized Punch-Out Cards with the ‘right offer’ are a clever way to get new and repeat business! When popped out, the card is a simple portable reminder to your customers how they will immediately benefit from visiting your business, and the custom savings voucher inside acts as a great tool to solidify your message and rapport.

license plate self mailer with voucherYour license plate panel can be customized to your specific state or even your own company branding. This versatile design offers plenty of space for several elements, including three separate calls to action: custom voucher, punch-out card and a contest of your choice, thus boosting your chances for new business.

Creative Direct Mail is Always a Smart Choice.

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Why? RESULTS! Our team will gladly work with you to build the perfect program centered around this type of campaign which will bring you the results you want while remaining well within your marketing budget. You have many options when it comes to your next direct mail program, so if you are looking to try something different – Something that WORKS – Ask about PrimeNet’s Die-Cut UV License Plate w/Punch-Out Card & Check Insert!


Want to know more? Additional information can be found here.
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If you are interested in this, or similar direct mail packages, please fill out the contact form on this page OR call us today at 800-826-2869.


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In Memory of Mark Keefe

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July 18, 1959 - March 15, 2018

Friend, mentor and leader whose legacy will be remembered. Time will never erase the work you have accomplished here or the positive impact you have had on our lives.

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