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Total Printing Systems Joins Two Sides
Total Printing Systems has joined Two Sides North America, the non-profit organization that promotes and encourages the responsible production, use, and sustainability of print, paper and paper-based packaging.
“We welcome Total Printing Systems to the Two Sides network and look forward to working with them to promote the great environmental story of print and paper and the key role that books play in learning and literacy,” said Phil Riebel, Two Sides North America President.
“I’ve always admired the work Two Sides has been doing from afar and we’re excited to help support the cause. It’s proven that everyone learns and retains knowledge better when they read it in printed form and it’s important to keep that message in the media, especially as many are pushing for all digital e-learning,” said Rick Lindemann, President, Total Printing Systems.
By joining Two Sides, Total Printing Systems gains access to a large library of co-brandable communications tools, consumer research, industry-leading information, sustainability advice and events.
For more information about the many benefits of joining the Two Sides, please visit: https://twosidesna.org/member-benefits
TOTAL PRINTING SYSTEMS leverages latest inkjet technology…
Total Printing Systems (TPS) leverages latest inkjet technology to improve quality, productivity, and enter new markets.
TPS prides itself on always being on the leading edge of technology. For example, it was the first book manufacturer in the world to install an inkjet web press for interior book production in 2001, replacing its offset equipment. In 2009 
it replaced its initial inkjet web press with a new press for full-color, digital, inkjet-based web printing and later added a second inkjet press for monochrome-only work. Always striving to provide better quality, the company replaced its color inkjet press in 2019 with a Canon ProStream 1000 series press because “we needed a press that would meet or exceed our customers’ expectations,” Rick says. “The ProStream consistently produces an image quality that is as good as anything’s going to be as far as the end user is concerned.” Read more here: case study.
Total Printing Systems adds distribution!
Total Printing Systems has partnered with Hybrid Global Publishing to offer publishers worldwide availability of titles.
Total Printing Systems and Hybrid Global Publishing are pleased to announce their partnership to bring worldwide distribution to authors and publishers of all sizes beginning February 1, 2019.
As a short-run book manufacturer, Total Printing Systems has many clients that are in need of distribution for their publications. “In order to add distribution to our many offerings, TPS needed an experienced collaborator to guide our clients through the intricacies of the industry. Our partnership with Hybrid Global Publishing was cemented due to the more than 30 years of publishing experience of HGP owner Karen Strauss. I feel confident our clients that rely on us for book manufacturing can now count on us for their distribution needs as well as superior guidance on the subject.” states Rick Lindemann, President of Total Printing Systems. Through the distribution program, clients will have truly worldwide access to 39,000 brick and mortar and online retailers, wholesalers, libraries, schools, and universities.
In the new collaboration between TPS and Hybrid Global Publishing, the author will have the best of both worlds. Today, the most important thing any author needs to know about distribution is that more than half of all book sales take place online via POD which is how HGP will help. However when an author needs copies printed for a conference, an event or a bulk sale they can use TPS to fulfill those needs.
The distribution services include:
Tier One – multiple titles:
- Up to 25 titles may be submitted within the first year. After the first year, the client may renew for a reduced fee for the next 12 months of up to 25 new titles.
- Hybrid Global Publishing submits metadata for each title which saves time and reduces errors.
- One hour of consulting with Hybrid Global Publishing regarding distribution, marketing, publicity, promotion, and brainstorming.
- Support by phone & email via Hybrid Global Publishing to meet your customer service needs.
- Titles remain in distribution indefinitely.
- Ebook distribution (not creation) included.
- Royalties: Authors receive 70% of net revenue minus printing costs.
Tier Two – single title:
- 1 title
- Hybrid Global Publishing submits metadata for one title which saves you time and reduces errors.
- Support by phone & email via Hybrid Global Publishing to meet your customer service needs.
- Title remains in distribution upon yearly renewal.
- Ebook distribution (not creation) included.
- Royalties: Authors receive 70% of net revenue minus printing costs.
Total Printing Systems is committed to continuous improvement of its services and equipment to best serve clients. The addition of distribution will be a tremendous benefit to authors and publishers.
About Total Printing Systems:
Total Printing Systems, a short-run digital book manufacturer, was founded in 1973. TPS offers single to full color on covers and interiors, an in-house bindery, Print-On-Demand, Ship-On-Demand fulfillment, inventory management, warehousing services, and distribution. The use of cutting-edge technology and decades of experience has brought Total Printing Systems to the forefront of the book manufacturing industry.
About Hybrid Global Publishing:
Hybrid Global Publishing was founded in 2011 by Karen Strauss. Karen has worked at major traditional publishers such as Random House, Crown, Macmillan, and Avon. Hybrid Global Publishing is different from other publishing houses. Created in response to the recent innovations of the publishing industry, we help authors craft quality books. Instead of the traditional publisher/author relationship, we partner with our authors on each publishing journey. Collaboration and a team approach, publishing with us is easy and profitable while providing business skill and international reach. We combine industry-best experience with business creativity and expertise, then work with you to help see all the possibilities you created from the first moment you set pen to paper.
TPS featured in DPS Magazine
The May 2018 issue of Digital Publishing Solutions magazine features Total Printing Systems as well as their client River Junction Press. Learn about Total Printing Systems’ capabilities and the production of Cian from the Philippines by Mary Duda and published by River Junction Press here.
Total Printing Systems received the following note of thanks and kudos from the author and publisher of Cian from the Philippines.
“Please share with everyone on the team how thrilled we are with the quality of the printing for Cian From the Philippines! The photos look even better than what we were accustomed to seeing. We can’t believe the detail and sharpness, and the brightness of the colors.
We are confident that this book will be successful and look forward to many future printings with you.”
– Kira Gale and Mary Duda
Cian from the Philippines may be purchase here. Information about more books in the series available at Kids Around the Globe.
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