JPS Books+Logistics Excels with Inkjet from Canon
Transitioning to production inkjet with presses from Canon “changed the equation” for JPS Books+Logistics. Hear how inkjet’s quality, consistency, fast turn times, and affordability—supported by Canon’s commitment to service and customer success—add up to an effective sales strategy that’s helping JPS book longer runs.
Mastering the Market: JPS Books+Logistics Excels with Canon Inkjet Innovation
In the competitive world of book manufacturing, specialized expertise is the key to longevity. JPS Books+Logistics, based in Dallas, Texas, has spent 45 years perfecting the art of the printed word. Serving a diverse clientele—from K-12 education publishers to corporate training departments—JPS handles everything from standard book production to complex kitting projects. To maintain their edge in a shifting industry, JPS turned to Canon to implement a trifecta of printing technology that has helped redefine their operational efficiency.
The Challenge: Speed, Quality, and the Offset Standard
For decades, the book printing industry relied heavily on offset printing for long runs and digital toner for short runs. However, as customer demands for faster turnarounds and competitive pricing grew, JPS needed a solution that could bridge the gap. They required a system that offered the speed of a high-volume press without sacrificing the premium quality their education and corporate clients expect.
"Over the last few years, we’ve seen inkjet technology be able to come in and provide the same quality base for the same speed, if not even faster," says Laura Brogan, Plant Manager at JPS Books+Logistics.
The Solution: The Canon Trifecta
JPS implemented a comprehensive suite of Canon technology, creating a versatile workflow that allows them to route jobs based on volume and media type:
The High-Speed Workhorse: Canon ColorStream
For massive throughput, JPS utilizes the Canon ColorStream. This roll-fed inkjet system is capable of producing up to 1,800 pages per minute. This allows the facility to handle large-scale book projects, both in black-and-white and full color, in remarkably short timeframes.The Quality Champion: Canon varioPRINT iX-series
When it comes to book covers and high-end interiors, the Canon varioPRINT iX-series is the star of the show. Within the first six months of installation, JPS was running upwards of 9 million pages per month on the iX, which was triple their initial break-even point. The quality is so consistent that even industry veterans have trouble distinguishing iX digital prints from traditional offset.The Reliable Tank: Canon varioPRINT TITAN
For monochrome staples and high-volume black-and-white sets, JPS relies on the Canon varioPRINT TITAN. The TITAN provides the industrial-grade reliability needed to help keep the production floor moving 24/7.
Strategic Growth and 360-Degree Support
The integration of Canon technology has brought several transformative benefits to JPS Books+Logistics:
- Competitive Pricing on Long Runs: The efficiency of the ColorStream and iX-series allows JPS to offer highly competitive pricing for medium to long-run book projects, expanding their market share.
- Operational Insights via Project 360: JPS participated in Canon’s Project 360, a deep-dive business analysis. This partnership helped JPS identify hidden bottlenecks and provided actionable ideas to streamline their entire production process.
- Substrate Versatility: The ability to easily switch between paper weights—from 50 lb. to 60 lb. and beyond—and print full 8.5" x 11" books without trim issues has helped significantly simplify their bindery workflow.
- Unmatched Service: JPS credits much of their success to Canon’s 24/7 service availability. Whether through phone support or in-person technicians, Canon helps ensure that the green light on the presses stays on.
A Partnership Built for the Future
For JPS Books+Logistics, the transition to Canon inkjet technology was a strategic move that aligned with their 45-year legacy of quality. By combining high-speed production with boutique-level quality, they have secured their position as a premier provider in the education and corporate sectors.
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