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Equipment, Techniques, and the Printing Process Letterpress printing is one of the oldest and most revered printing techniques in the world of graphic design and production. Although modern digital printing methods have taken over much of the commercial print industry, letterpress remains a favorite for high-quality, tactile print products. It offers a distinctive, textured finish that digital methods can’t replicate. In this blog post, we’ll explore the key aspects of letterpress printing, from the design of the equipment to the materials and processes that make it all work. The Core of Letterpress Printing: Equipment Design Letterpress printing involves transferring ink onto a substrate (such as paper, cardboard, or fabric) using a raised surface. The machinery used for this process has evolved over time, but the core principles have remained relatively consistent. The primary types of equipment used in letterpress printing are platen presses , flatbed presses , and rotary presses...