Business Details
Your Trusted Printing Partner in the UK
At Schwartz Printing, we combine decades of industry expertise with a passion for precision to deliver exceptional print solutions. Our team brings over 100 years of combined experience, with specialists in pre-press, printing, and finishing processes. We pride ourselves on maintaining rigorous quality control standards, ensuring every project meets exacting specifications. From design consultation to final production, our hands-on approach guarantees attention to detail at every stage. We invest in cutting-edge technology while maintaining traditional craftsmanship, offering clients a comprehensive service that includes direct mail coordination and promotional items.Our commitment to continuous improvement drives us to refine our processes and reduce environmental impact. With a dedicated estimating team and skilled apprenticeship-trained staff, we provide reliable, client-focused solutions tailored to individual project needs. Our collaborative approach ensures clients benefit from our collective knowledge and technical proficiency.
Services
Design & Artworking
Pre-Press Services
Multi-Colour Printing
Finishing Processes
Direct Mail Solutions
Promotional Items
Specialist Printing
Digital Printing
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of hands-on printing industry expertise
- Our team includes certified specialists in colour management
- We maintain rigorous in-house quality control processes
- We provide end-to-end project management from design to delivery
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology
Services
Design & Artworking
Our design team provides comprehensive artwork preparation and creative solutions. We ensure technical accuracy while maintaining visual impact, offering advice on layout optimisation and colour management. With expertise in digital file preparation, we guarantee compatibility across all printing processes while maintaining brand consistency for every client project.
Pre-Press Services
We specialise in pre-press colour management and proofing. Using our integrated Truflow system, we produce colour-matched proofs and plates for precise colour reproduction. Our technicians check artwork formats, perform technical corrections, and archive files on secure servers to ensure flawless transition to the printing stage.
Multi-Colour Printing
We operate Komori multi-colour presses capable of printing from 1 to 6 colours on various paper sizes. Our presses handle SRA3 up to B1 formats, ensuring high-quality output for brochures, packaging, and commercial print materials while maintaining tight colour control throughout the production process.
Finishing Processes
Our finishing department offers comprehensive post-print services including guillotining, folding, die-cutting, and embossing. We handle both standard and bespoke finishing requirements, with specialist equipment for stitching, trimming, and hand-finished products to ensure perfect presentation of final materials.
Promotional Items
We coordinate supply of promotional merchandise including deskpads, branded stationery, and luxury items like leather folders. Through trusted partners, we maintain quality control while offering customised promotional solutions that extend our clients' brand presence beyond traditional print media.
People
Chris Futcher
Owner
With 40 years in printing, Chris oversees quality control and pre-press operations. He holds an ITEK diploma in colour scanning and City & Guilds Credit in Composing, contributing to technical excellence across all projects.
Daren Bilner
Production Manager
Daren manages production workflow and quality assurance. His expertise in finishing processes ensures timely delivery of high-quality print products while maintaining strict production standards across all departments.
Stewart Fixter
Sales Manager
With 27 years in printing, Stewart handles client relations and business development. His technical background in design and print finishing supports both sales strategy and production quality control.
Christina Watson
Financial Administrator
Christina manages financial operations and health & safety compliance. She serves as the company's central administrative hub, ensuring smooth day-to-day business operations and regulatory adherence.
Ian Jackson
Graphic Designer
Ian specialises in pre-press artwork preparation. He provides technical advice on file construction, produces colour-matched proofs within 24 hours, and ensures smooth transition from digital files to printing plates.
Questions
What printing services do you offer?
We provide full-service printing including design, pre-press, multi-colour printing, and finishing. Our capabilities cover commercial print, direct mail, and promotional items with strict quality control.
How experienced is your team?
Our team has over 100 combined years in printing. Owners and managers hold industry certifications and have hands-on experience across all printing disciplines from design to final production.
Can you handle complex print projects?
Yes, our production team manages complex workflows with specialist finishing equipment and partner networks. We offer die-cutting, embossing, and large-format digital printing capabilities up to 1625mm wide.
Do you work with external suppliers?
We collaborate with trusted partners for specialist services like lamination and perfect binding while maintaining quality control. This ensures comprehensive solutions without compromising our standards.
What quality assurance processes do you use?
We implement colour-matched proofing systems, technical artwork checks, and multi-stage quality inspections. Our Truflow proofing integrates with CTP technology to guarantee consistent colour reproduction throughout production.
