Up North Printing

Your high-quality print destination.

What We Do

Up North Printing specializes in top quality offset and thermography printing services, business forms printing, and four color process printing. 

In addition, we offer speciality printing services such as spot UV and foil stamping with a full-service bindery department- all under one roof!   

We print both flat and raised ink business cards, letterhead, envelopes, carbonless forms, brochures, postcards, presentation folders, notepads, and more.  

We do great work for great clients and we’re not going to stop! See below for a list of our printing services. 

Printing Services

Offset Printing

Offset printing is both an art and a science. It’s a craft our pressmen have dedicated decades of their lives to.       

We specialize in one and two color offset printing. We offer a wide array of standard stocks and inks to choose from, in addition to Pantone inks and brand name papers. Even laser printer and copier friendly inks are available at no extra charge! 

  • Brochures
  • Business Cards
  • Envelopes
  • Folders
  • Letterhead
  • Notepads
  • Postcards and more!

Thermographic Printing (Raised Ink)

Thermography, or raised ink printing, achieves an exquisite look with textured, high-gloss ink that adds definition and character to any printed piece.

Perfect for business stationery, invitations, custom store tags, and print collateral that demands a high-end look.   

  • Raised Ink Business Cards
  • Raised Ink Business Stationery
  • Raised Ink Envelopes
  • Raised Ink Hang Tags
  • Raised Ink Invitations

Four Color Process Printing

Four color process printing is the best method to print full color photographs and graphics.      

We offer competitive pricing and several coating options on a full line of high-quality four color products.    

  • Booklets
  • Brochures
  • Door Hangers
  • Folders
  • Postcards
  • Posters

Digital Printing

For short runs and quick turnarounds on full color work, digital printing is the way to go. We offer competitive pricing and knowledgeable pre-press operators to ensure optimal results on every run.     

Don’t put your project in the hands of an online printer with no remorse. Get personalized one-on-one service from an experienced print professional at Up North! 

Business Form Printing

For business essentials such as invoices, work order forms, job orders, and proposals, look no further. We offer quick-turn 2, 3, and 4-part carbonless business form printing at volume pricing that can’t be beat.

  • Bills of Lading
  • Invoice Forms
  • Proposals
  • Receipt Books
  • Register Forms
  • Work Orders

Custom Stamps

Up North offers a high-quality line of self-inking custom stamps.

Available in black, red, blue or green ink.

  • P30  .75″ x 1.875″
  • P40  .9375″ x 2.375″
  • P50  .1.25″ x 2.75″
  • P60  1.5″ x 3″

Matte Thermography

Matte thermography delivers an engraved look at the fraction of the cost!   

Unlike raised ink thermography, matte is flat and contains no gloss or shine. For remarkably unique look that adds character, try matte thermography!        

  • Matte Thermography Business Cards
  • Matte Thermography Envelopes
  • Matte Thermography Letterhead
  • Matte Thermography Postcards
  • Matte Thermography Hang Tags

Embossed Printing

Elevate your brand collateral to new heights with the three-dimensional look of embossed printing!

Embossed printing transforms any ordinary print piece into a work of art. By using two dies to slightly raise a desired image or text area, we are able to amplify the depth and detail of a design’s visual impact.    

  • Embossed Business Cards
  • Embossed Brochures
  • Embossed Business Stationery
  • Embossed Packaging
  • Embossed Thank You Cards
  • Embossed Wedding Invitations

Foil Stamping

Foil stamping, also known as hot stamping, helps your brand stand out in the mail, on the shelf, and in the world. 

This process requires the creation of a custom die, and studious application- but the results are nothing short of remarkable.  

  • Foil Stamped Business Cards
  • Foil Stamped Envelopes
  • Foil Stamped Hang Tags
  • Foil Stamped Greeting Cards
  • Foil Stamped Letterhead

Spot UV Printing

Add stunning depth and contrast to any printed piece.

Spot UV printing, or spot varnish, is a process that uses a clear polymer coat to add a high-gloss shine to a specific area or areas of the design. It truly demands attention!

  • Spot UV Business Cards
  • Spot UV Brochures
  • Spot UV Folders
  • Spot UV Hang Tags
  • Spot UV Postcards

Bindery & Finishing Services

We offer in-house bindery and finishing services to guarantee your job is cared for from concept to completion.  

  • Crash Numbering
  • Cutting
  • Folding
  • Padding
  • Perf & Micro-Perf
  • Saddle Stitching
  • Scoring
  • Shrink Wrapping
  • Wire Binding

Bound Books

Enduro and Smyth sewn bound books are the finest bound books available today.

With various indexes and protective canvas jackets available, and a maximum sheet size of 19″ x 96″, they deliver the quality and accuracy our customers have come to expect.   

  • Bound Books
  • Ruled and Printed Sheets
  • Canvas Jackets and Vinyl Covers
  • Two Column Paper
  • Ruled Sheets

Case Binders

Enduro case binders deliver top-notch protection for legal records. 

Made with heavy weight 200 lb. (14 pt.) paper stock, and full laminated double-back to guarantee longevity, they feature a 2″ permanently installed embedded fastener on earflap and multiple scores for capacity expansion.    

  • Available in 7 Colors: Manila, Red, Blue, Goldenrod, Redrope, Green, Grey
  • Custom Printing Available
  • Special Styles and Colors Available Upon Request
  • 50 Units Per Box

Canvas Jackets & Vinyl Covers

Protect record and index books from the wear and tear of everyday use. 

Enduro’s canvas jackets and vinyl covers feature gold tooled corners and durable materials built to last. 

  • High-Quality Canvas 
  • Easy To Use and Inexpensive
  • Tailor Made Canvas Jackets Available

Minute Books

Enduro minute books are the finest minute books on the market.

Available in a variety of styles and capacity with rectangular or round posts. Minute books fillers also available.  

  • 11″ x 8.5″ or 14″ x 8.5″ Available
  • 200, 300, 400 or 500 Page Capacity
  • Full Russia Leather (Single Hubs)
  • Three Quarter Russia and Cloth (Single Hubs)
  • Half Russia and Cloth (No Hubs)
  • Imitation Leather (Red or Black, No Hubs)

Paper & Filler Sheets

Enduro paper and filler sheets come in a variety of sizes and styles. 

From standard two column ruled or plain paper, to divider sheets with beaver tag cloth or Perma-flex with lettered tabs, we can help!

  • Several Stock Sizes Available
  • Indestructo (Poly) Indexes
  • Beaver Tag Cloth Indexes
  • Divider Sheets Available in a Variety of Styles
  • Journal, Marginal, and Index Ruled Xerographic Paper

Plat Books & Envelopes

For the most economical and durable way to store and protect plats, maps, laminated plats and plat envelopes, Enduro plat books are the only choice. 

  • Full Indestruco, Imitation Leather or Canvas Covers
  • Two or Four Post End Lock Metals
  • 14″ x 30″ to 30″ x 30″ Available
  • Envelopes Made With 6 Mil. Advanced Polyolefin
  • Guaranteed Safe For All Types of Documents

Sectional Post Binders

Sectional post binders from Enduro are available in either end-lock or top-lock mechanisms. 

Available in a variety of styles. Leather, corduroy and leather, imitation leather, canvas with metal rims, canvas with leather corners, full canvas, and Indestruco. 

  • 6″ Through 18″ Binding Sides
  • 1.5″ Post Length
  • Larger Sizes Available Upon Request
  • Back Flaps and Angle Backs Available

Vital Records

Up North Printing is the leading vital records printer in Illinois.

We offer a wide range of styles and options for government use.   

  • Birth Certificates
  • Death Certificates
  • Marriage Certificates
  • Civil Union Certificates
 

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