We have the solution for MOLDs

Where We Live on the Etch!
Volume 23 • Issue 148 • 1st Quarter 2010
A p u b l i c a t i o n f o r t h e c u s t o m e r s a n d f r i e n d s o f O w o s s o G r a p h i c A r t s, I n c .
We have the solution for MOLDs
Not the green slimy kind, but rather dies used to
make molds for a variety of applications. There are
a few options when it comes to making the die. It
can be a single-level, etched magnesium or copper
die or a multi-level CNC magnesium or brass die.
If you have a project in mind or just want to bounce
some ideas off us, give Joe Holden our Technical
Manager a call!
A sampling of molds OWOSSO customers are using our dies for:
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Jewelry
Sand casting molds
(pewter, gold, silver)
(Bronze and other casting metals)
Candy-chocolate molds
Vacuum forming
Injection molding
(plastics)
Cement
Wax
Rubber Stamp Masters
Clay
Owosso Graphic Arts • 800-444-5552
• www.owossographic.com
Owosso
Graphic Arts 800-444-5552 www.owossographic.com
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We all know the slogan, but how many of us actually put these words into action? We’ve made a
conscious effort at OWOSSO to be environmentally
responsible. Here are just a few ways we are implementing the 3 R’s:
• Used 103,500 less kilowatts of electricity and 332.8 less MCF of gas in 2009
• Recycle paper, glass, plastic, tin, aluminum, film, scrap magnesium & copper
• Use the backside of printed paper in our laser printers whenever possible
• Put bins in our garage for associates to
bring in recyclables
• Eliminated paper plates, Styrofoam cups and
plastic utensils in our lunchroom and replaced them with washable dinnerware
• Use recycled paper for all of our promotional
pieces—including this newsletter
• Recycle our spent Ferric Chloride
• Neutralize our spent Nitric Acid through our
in-house waste treatment
• Use energy efficient lighting
Useless Tidbits
The sentence: “The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog,” uses every letter of the alphabet.
The flow of water was stopped completely over both Niagara Falls on March 29th, 1848 OGA due to an ice
jam in the upper river for several hours. This is the only known time to have occurred. The Falls did not
actually freeze over, but the flow was stopped to the point where people actually walked out
and recovered artifacts from the riverbed.
If the population of China walked past you, 8 abreast, the line would never end
because of the rate of reproduction.
Owosso Graphic Arts • 800-444-5552 • www.owossographic.com
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On-Line Ordering
We’d like your input!
Three years ago we introduced our On-line Ordering System; we’ve tweaked it and made improvements over the
years with suggestions from customers. We are now looking at updating our system to make it even more userfriendly and efficient. Who better to ask for suggestions
than the people who actually use it?
Is there something about our system that you just can’t
stand, or something that would make your life a whole lot
easier? Here’s your chance to let us know! We’ll compile all
the suggestions we receive, put them with our own internal requests and put together the best possible On-Line
Ordering System to meet your needs.
Send an email to [email protected].
OWOSSO Quik Mount
Upcoming Events
2010 FSEA National Convention
April 9-10
Loews Hotel
New Orleans, LA
The convention’s new, concise format begins
on Friday, April 9th with a welcome reception, continues on Saturday, April 10th with a
full day of sessions, and culminates with the
Gold Leaf Awards Banquet and presentation
of the 2010 Lifetime Achievement Award that
evening. The traditional FSEA golf tournament
and alternate event will take place on Friday
afternoon for those who wish to participate and
come in a bit earlier. For more information visit:
www.fsea.com
The Supply Side
May 16-19
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, New York
OWOSSO’s Booth #1367
OGA
The Quik Mount is a speed chase to replace wood and magnesium mounted dies. It’s designed to work with four metal
thicknesses that we offer:
* Eighty Thousandths (.080)
* 11 Point (.153)
* 1/4” (.250)
* 3/8” (.375)
The base ensures a quick lock up with stability and evenness. It’s precision ground, drilled and tapped to be exactly
the right height for the thickness of die you are using. Call
us today for more information!
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Now in its 64th year, the National
Stationery Show stands alone
as the only business event and
tradeshow in the United States
that focuses specifically on social
stationery and related lifestyle
products. With 900 exhibiting companies
featuring more than 10,000 lines, the NSS
brings all sides of the business together:
manufacturers (the exhibitors), buyers,
reps, designers, licensors, distributors,
trade/consumer press and manufacturing suppliers (the exhibitors in The
Supply Side division). OGA For more
information visit: www.nationalstationeryshow.com
Owosso Graphic Arts • 800-444-5552 • www.owossographic.com
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Community
BLOOD DRIVE
?
Did You
We hold two blood drives every year at our location. The one held in March is in memory of our dear
friend and co-worker, Gaydene Oliver, who lost her battle with cancer on March 27th, 2008.
Know
BLOOD DRIVE
We hold two blood drives every year at our
location. The one held in March is in memory
of our dear friend and co-worker,
Gaydene Oliver, who lost her battle with
cancer on March 27th, 2008.
Every 2
seconds
someone
in the U.S.
needs
blood.
OGA
Wants & Sales
WANTED
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Want to buy: Therm-o-type SFM=, SFX or
SF-2005 foil stamper. Call Mark at 507-794-5100.
FOR SALE
The next issue of The Owosso Journal will be
published in 2nd Quarter 2010.
To run your classified, simply submit
your copy by May 15, 2010.
. Hammond Glider Trim-O-Saw.
Mail OGA: 151 N Delaney Rd, Owosso, MI 48867
. Model G4B.
Fax: 989.723.5399
. Serial Number: 6396.
Email: [email protected]
. Original three-phase motor that runs great.
. Saw is in very good condition but the attachments need some maintenance.
. Asking $600.00 not including shipment.
. West Michigan thirty miles north of Grand Rapids.
. 231-937-4565 or 616-808-7857.
FOR SALE
Kwikprint Model 86, hot foil stamping machine. Lightly used, two-way adjustable, grid-top table, adjustable height, light, bolted to wood crate bottom. 2” x 6” typeholder. Accessories: roll feed, tabletop clamp for holding
work, box of 2” cut silver & gold foil, plus additional colors as pictured, type
sets: Florentine Script 36 pt. and 18 pt., antique Packard 18 pt. and 3
smaller sizes, and various others. Please e-mail for further information –
[email protected]. Sell entire kit: $1600 or best offer.
Owosso Graphic Arts • 800-444-5552 • www.owossographic.com
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Associate News
Our
honor roll system
is for all kids of
OWOSSO Associates—
grade school through high
school. An ‘A’ report card
earns the kids $50 and an
‘A/B’ report card earns
them $25.
Welcome, Zoe!
A warm OGA welcome to Zoe Ann Potter!
She is the daughter of OWOSSO
Associate Stacy Davis & Zac Potter.
Her stats:
Born 10-6-09
6 lbs, 2 oz
19 inches long
Honor Raryoll
October-Janu
All A’s
Mariah Cornell
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Hannah McAvo
Annie Wilson
All A’s & B’s
Mailey Cornell
Sara Curtis
Callie Kendrick
Sarah Ketzler
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Parker Penderga
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Payton Pender
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Peter Penderga
Carmen Roy
Jeremy Roy
Sami Roy
Chloe Wilson
OGA Toys for Tots
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2009 was our 3rd year collecting Toys for
Tots. We collected 39 gifts and $20 cash.
Camel Races
This is the third ‘running’ for Captain Jack OWOSSO
at the annual American Red Cross Camel Races.
After losing big time at last year’s race, Captain Jack
went on a strict diet and exercise program! He fared a
little better this year—and the event raised a nice sum
of money that will stay in our community.
“The Business Lunch
Special comes with
soup, salad, beverage,
a pat on the back and
recognition for all the
good things you do.”
OGA
Owosso Graphic Arts • 800-444-5552 • www.owossographic.com
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OGA
Bytes & Pieces
Is your artwork
100% black
and white?—
This pop up automatically
displays when you attach
a file when ordering online.
You can click on Tech Tip and
a pdf will go into detail about
the why and how. Other
information to keep in mind:
• “jpeg” files have to be
converted regardless
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• “TIf” files need to be created
as “bitmap color mode” at
50% Threshold
• If “tiff” files are saved/created
in any other color mode, they
will show a screen
• If the artwork is a “ C M Y K
vector” file... The art has to be 100% “K” (black).
• For color separated dies, the art needs to be created one of two ways: The colors need to be either, “Spot Colors” or “100% of C M Y K”
If you ever have any questions, give our Imaging Team a call
(Andy, Joe, Cary, Janeen & Kathleen) or shoot them an
e-mail at [email protected].
Owosso Graphic Arts • 800-444-5552 • www.owossographic.com
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OGA Holiday Schedule
is published quarterly for
the fun of it. We hope you enjoy perusing its
pages as much as we enjoy putting it together.
We only ask that you think of us next time
you need brass, copper & magnesium photoengraved dies!—Thanks! 1st Quarter 2010
Design: Carrie Farr
Lots of help from: Kathy Wilson &
Kathleen Mahoney
What is an OWOSSO? Well, besides being a
neat little town in Mid-Michigan, it’s home
to America’s Largest Brass, Copper and
Magnesium Photoengraver. We’ve specialized
for over 60 years in producing the highest
quality dies for the printing industry. We offer:
• Free technical support
• Free estimates OGA
2010
Memorial Day
May 31st
Independence Day
July 5th
Labor Day
September 6th
Thanksgiving
November 25th & 26th
Christmas Eve
December 24th
New Years Eve
December 31st
We will be spending some time with our families during these days.
Our answering system is always on to take your messages, and we will
return your phone call the next business day.
Owosso...
Contact Us:
800-444-5552
A Great Place to Visit...and Call Home!
Plant Manager: Craig Ellenberg
Tech Support Manager: Joe Holden
Imaging Tech Support: Kathleen Mahoney, Andy Huff, Janeen Moskal & Cary Britten
President: Kathy Wilson
Customer Service Specialists: Tina Davis, Lori Mills, Brandie Albring & Jackie Pospisil
Customer Service Billing: Stacy Davis
Office Manager: Dottie Roy
Nat’l Account Director: Doug Pendergast, 989-277-8369
Nat’l Acct Dir. Email: [email protected]
Business Fax: 989-723-5399
Business Email: [email protected]
On-Line Ordering available at www.owossographic.com
How are we doing?
Send us an Email, fax or letter and let us
know what you would like to see in
The OWOSSO Journal.
Your thoughts about OWOSSO
are important to us—Tell us! Thanks!
Like other small communities,
we’d share some of our area’s
you happen to be passing by.
we hope a stop at Owosso
our hometown is unique. We thought
special events with you, just in case
If you are in our neck of the woods,
Graphic Arts is first on your list!
The Shiawassee County
Convention and Visitors
Bureau at 989-723-1199
www.shiawassee.org
would be happy to answer
any questions about the
following events, or transportation & accommodations. Please give
them a call!
Shiawassee County Fair
2900 E Hibbard Rd, Corunna. Held the
first week in August.
Farmer’s Market OGA
Every Saturday, May-October,
Downtown Owosso.
Owosso Amphitheater Summer Concerts
300 Block of Water Street.
Every Thursday, June-August. All concerts begin at 7:30pm. Lawn seating
(bring a blanket or chair).
Owosso Curwood Festival
Annual event on the 1st full weekend in
June. Parade, Raft Races and Arts &
Craft Show. This festival bears the
name of James Oliver Curwood
(1878-1927). Famed conservationist
and author of 33 novels.
This issue’s cover was foil stamped with an OWOSSO magnesium die.
Foil provided by Nakai International #40 Copper.
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Fall Fly-In
Owosso Airport, Held in September.
Enjoy a nice breakfast in an airport
hanger while watching planes fly-in
from all over Michigan, including
classic War Birds.
North Pole Express
Thanksgiving weekend through mid
December. Passengers will board
at the Steam Railroading Institute’s
Visitor Center in Owosso. Before
departure, the North Pole
Express train arrives, pulled
by the Pere Marquette
No. 1225, with lots of
steam, bell ringing and
whistle blowing.
Fourth of July Family Day Celebration
McCurdy Park, Corunna. All day long activities, entertainment, food & fireworks.
Owosso Graphic Arts • 800-444-5552 • www.owossographic.com
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OGA
151 N. Delaney Rd
Owosso, MI 48867
800-444-5552
Fax: (989) 723-5399
Email: [email protected]
Web Site: www.owossographic.com
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In This Issue...
a Molds
a Upcoming Shows
a Friendly & Green
a Honor Roll
a {not} Wanted
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