Panton Reference
We work from Pantone references and your brand guidlines.
X-Rite Measurement
Objective color date supports visual insepction.
Production Checks
In-House checks help keep color consistent from proof to production.
Will Production Match Your Approved Sample?
A shared color reference connects proof approval with production inspection.
1. Define the Target
Share Pantone numbers, artwork and requirements.
2. Approve the Proof
Review a physical proof under proper lighting.
3. Check the Press Run
We measure and visually check during production.
4. Review the Result
Compare finished samples to your approved reference.
Start with a Clear Color Target
Panton & Brand Guidelines
We work from Pantone colors and brand guidelines as the color target.
Approved Physical Samples
We can match to your physical samples when needed.
Paper & Surface Finish
Color appearance changes with paper type, coating and finishes. We consider these factors in our process.
We Measure Color
Our X-Rite eXact adds a numerical reference to visual inspection.
Lightness
Indicates how light or dark the color is.
Green to Red
Shows the green or red direction of the color.
Blue to Yellow
Shows the blue or yellow direction of the color.
Agree measurement conditions and color tolerance before mass production.
Approve Color Before We Print
Review a Physical Proof
Check a printed proof of your artwork, including key brand colors.
Confirm Critical Brand Colors
We pay close attention to your important brand colors and elements.
Keep an Approved Reference
We keep an approved sample as a reference for production checks.
Keep the Approved Color Through Production
In-house checks help maintain consistent color from press start to finished displays.
Press-Sheet Checks
We check press sheets during production, comparing with the approved reference under consistent lighting conditions.
Finished Pre-Production Reivew
Finished samples are reviewed to confirm color, print quality and overall appearance before packing.
Your Color Questions, We Answered
Photos help communicate your preference, but physical references are more reliable.
Yes, we can work from your Pantone references. Share the color numbers and relevant guide, along with your paper and finish requirements. We’ll assess the achievable match and prepare a printed proof for your approval.
Screens and printed paper reproduce color differently. Screen settings, brightness and lighting can also change what you see. For critical brand colors, we recommend approving a physical printed proof.
Yes. Gloss or matte finishes can affect how printed colors appear. Confirm your preferred finish before proofing so it can be considered during color approval.
We combine X-Rite eXact measurements with visual inspection to compare printed samples against the approved color reference. These checks help identify differences that may require press adjustments.
We agree on the acceptable tolerance for each project, considering your brand requirements, material and finish. For projects using ΔE, we also confirm the measurement settings and calculation method.
Send your artwork, Pantone references or brand guidelines, and any approved physical sample you have. Include your preferred paper and surface finish so we can review the complete color requirements.
We review the difference and adjust the proof before approval.
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