Recently a new client, Osmia Organics, approached SpectraGraphics seeking an Eco Friendly label solution for a series of new product lines.  Dedicated to using earth friendly packaging whenever possible, Osmia is an incredible example of a company searching the globe for “green” products.  The traditional issues surrounding Eco Friendly papers and films were once again encountered.  High minimums and costs from pressure sensitive roll suppliers on these materials make it very difficult for start up businesses to use them economically.

Osmia was seeking not only a green material, but wanted a very professional matte finished look for their labels.  After a lengthy search and testing period TerraSkin film was selected for use.  TerraSkin, www.terraskin.com, is a tree-free, water-free material made from rock and non-toxic resins.  It will biodegrade under normal temperature, uv light and moisture conditions.  It also has a beautiful matte white appearance and is ideal for printing both flexographically and digitally once top coated.

We are very pleased to offer this new film as an Eco Friendly label option for use under almost any conditions, visit ecofriendlylabels for more information.  Osmia Organics is growing rapidly and provides a shining example of a successful business launch due to an owner’s commitment to organic product components and sustainable packaging.  You can find out much more about Osmia’s product line offerings and their company story by visiting their web site at www.osmiaorganics.com

Bob’s Red Mill has been, and continues to be one of SpectraGraphics’s most valued and long term clients.  Despite multiple offers founder Bob Moore recently gave his $100 million company to his employees to continue on with his legacy.  Bob is much more than a client to many of us here at SGI, he is a friend, an inspiration and an ideal image of what American businessmen can and should be.

In an era of corporate greed and global recession Bob Moore is a shining example of what’s right about America.  He has recently released his autobiography “People Before Profit – The Inspiring Story of the Founder of Bob’s Red Mill”.  We strongly encourage anyone managing a company to read it, and live it.  It’s available on Amazon in both electronic format and hard copy, the link is below.

Our sincerest thanks and best wishes to Bob and his wife Charlee, and to all the employees of Bob’s Red Mill for a bright future.

http://www.amazon.com/People-Before-Profit-Inspiring-ebook/dp/B007CLZF2I

We are very pleased to announce that SpectraGraphics has added a new state of the art Mark Andy P5 series flexographic printing press.  The new unit combines cutting edge drying technology with quick change over and auto registration print stations.  Incredibly fast speeds are now achievable for long runs, combined with fast copy changes, enhanced quality and reduced scrap rates for overall cost reduction.

This equipment has an impact in other areas as well.  The increased capacity in both web width and speed results in reduced lead times and lowered set up costs on other equipment, such as that utilized for expanded content products.  We are now branching in to other printed market segments such as unsupported films for continuous labeling and pouches.

Please contact us for more details, we look forward to helping you grow your business!

SpectraGraphics Inc. is proud to once again be a sponsor of the Children’s Mercy Hospitals “Red Hot Nights” event.  The annual fundraising event surpassed it’s goal of $1,000,000 this year benefiting the new east facility.  Children’s Mercy hospitals and clinics provide some of the best care in the nation to children and their families in need, and the new facility brings this care closer to home for many families in eastern Jackson County MO.

 We are very pleased with this year’s turnout and contributions, our sincerest thanks to those clients that attended the event and donated to such a great cause!

If you would like more information of this annual event please visit

http://connections.childrensmercy.org/s/1257/index.aspx?sid=1257&gid=1&pgid=555&cid=1260&ecid=1260&crid=0&calpgid=514&calcid=1232

The SpectraGraphics family was very proud to be 2011 sponsors for a Shawnee Mission Head Start Family.  The program’s mission is “to provide quality early childhood and comprehensive child and family services, which empower low-income families and their children to maximize their success.”  Eligible families have an annual household income of under $18,000 despite full time employment, so our gifts of clothing, toys, food and everyday products were greatly appreciated.  It’s easy to over look the fact that some families live without the means to cover basic human needs, especially over the holiday season.

If you or your organization is interested in sponsoring this very worthwhile organization please visit www.smks-headstart.org