Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Printing Equipment Solutions
Established in 1972, Service Offset Supplies (SOS) has been a trusted partner to the UK printing industry for five decades. We specialise in supplying high-quality printing equipment and consumables, including lithographic, digital, and flexographic solutions. Our product range encompasses CTP systems, digital presses, wide-format printers, colour management tools, and pressroom chemicals, sourced from globally recognised brands. With a dedicated team of technical experts, we provide comprehensive support, from equipment installation and calibration to Fogra certification services.Our commitment to innovation ensures clients access cutting-edge technology, while our focus on long-term relationships guarantees tailored advice and reliable service. SOS combines technical expertise with a customer-centric approach, serving businesses from small print shops to large-scale commercial operations across the UK.
Services
CTP Plates
Digital Presses
Wide Format Printers
Colour Management
Flexo Solutions
Litho Consumables
Press Room Chemicals
Fogra Certification
Workflow Software
Inkjet Media
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of expertise in the printing industry with a proven track record.
- Our team provides technical support for CTP systems and colour management solutions.
- We supply products from globally recognised brands like Kodak, Epson, and Roland.
- We hold Fogra certification for quality assurance in print production standards.
- Our tailored advice ensures businesses select the most efficient printing solutions.
Associations and certifications
- Fogra
Services
CTP Plates
Our CTP (Computer-to-Plate) systems deliver precision and reliability for modern printing workflows. Offering thermal, UV, and flexo options from brands like Cron and Screen, these platesetters ensure high-resolution output and seamless integration with prepress processes. With automated features and compatibility with industry standards, they enhance productivity while maintaining consistent quality across commercial and newspaper applications.
Digital Presses
We supply high-speed digital presses from Konica Minolta and Fujifilm, designed for demanding commercial environments. These toner-based and inkjet systems handle diverse substrates with exceptional colour accuracy, supporting applications from short-run jobs to high-volume production. Backed by technical support and workflow integration, they optimise efficiency and reduce downtime for businesses seeking scalable solutions.
Wide Format Printers
Our wide-format printers from Roland, Epson, and Liyu cater to signage, display graphics, and industrial applications. Capable of handling UV, eco-solvent, and dye-sublimation inks, these machines deliver vibrant outputs on materials like vinyl, foamex, and acrylic. Paired with cutting systems and media supplies, they provide end-to-end solutions for sign-making and POS production.
Colour Management
We offer advanced colour management tools, including spectrophotometers and software from EFI and GMG, to ensure consistency across print workflows. Our services include on-site calibration, Fogra certification, and workflow optimisation, enabling clients to meet international standards for proofing and press output while minimising waste and rework.
Fogra Certification
As a Fogra-certified provider since 2006, we assist businesses in achieving Process Standard Offset (PSO) and Digital (PSD) certifications. Our experts conduct prepress and press audits to align operations with ISO 12647 standards, ensuring compliance, reducing errors, and enhancing market credibility through internationally recognised quality benchmarks.
People
Kevin Andrew
UK Sales
With over 15 years in print sales, Kevin specialises in matching clients with efficient CTP and digital press solutions tailored to their operational scale and budget.
Ashley Fleming
UK Sales
Ashley brings expertise in wide-format printing, advising businesses on hybrid printers and media solutions to expand their signage and display capabilities.
Omran Anwar
Technical Support
Omran provides remote diagnostics and on-site support for workflow integration, ensuring seamless operation of prepress and printing systems.
Richard Quinnell
Service Support
Richard coordinates service installations and maintenance, leveraging 20 years of experience in pressroom systems to resolve technical challenges efficiently.
Duncan MacDonald
UK Sales
Duncan focuses on colour management solutions, helping clients achieve Fogra certification and optimise their proofing-to-press workflows.
Questions
What printing equipment brands do you supply?
We supply equipment from Cron, Epson, Roland, Konica Minolta, and Fujifilm, ensuring access to reliable, industry-leading technology.
Can you assist with Fogra certification?
Yes, we provide Fogra certification services, including prepress and press audits, to help businesses meet international print quality standards.
Do you offer technical support for installed systems?
Our team offers remote diagnostics via TeamViewer and on-site support for CTP, digital presses, and workflow integrations.
What consumables are available?
We stock inks, blankets, plates, and media from brands like Sun Chemical and Policrom, alongside our T4Jet inkjet media range.
Are your solutions suitable for small businesses?
Yes, we cater to businesses of all sizes, offering scalable equipment and tailored advice to meet specific production needs.
Reviews (2)
Phil Rendall
May 20, 2019
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Excellent customer service. Professional staff and support is excellent. I have had experience with the CRON CTP and I can thoroughly endorse it.
KallKwik Chiswick
May 12, 2019
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SOS certainly live up to their name. A last minute print job from our biggest client came in late afternoon due next day, one phone call to Sandra and Ink and supplies came in early next day. They have a great range of press room Inks and supplies which we have always found to be good quality. Amanda looks after our account very well and keeps us updated on all new Pre-Press developments.
