Film Laminating
Film Laminating Laminating films are no longer relegated solely to clear films used for protecting printed materials. Laminating films are now available in many metallic and holographic patterns that can […]
UV Film Casting
UV Film Casting UV film casting (commonly referred to as Cast & Cure™) applies a high-gloss, matte or clear holographic surface to printed materials. The process lays down the UV […]
SpecialtyUV Coatings
Specialty UV Coating UV coatings, both spot and flood, have been a popular choice for adding a protective shine to all types of printed materials. Recently, extensions to standard UV […]
Cold Foil
Cold Foil Although cold foil is not brand new to the marketplace, the technology to apply it has become more reliable in the past few years and has become very […]
Foil Stamping
Foil Stamping The Foil Cheat Sheet is a single go-to source explaining the different techniques available for creating metallic foil finishes. From hot and cold foil to toner-based and varnish-based […]
Update Your Listing on the NEW FinisherFinder.com
Foil & Specialty Effects Association The Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) has expanded its popular website to include even more categories of print finishing, decorating and bindery services. The […]
FSEA Help Links
The Foil Stamping and Embossing Association has put into place an email Question and Answer service that is very easy to use. Member’s email addresses have been added to the […]
FSEA Lifetime Achievement Award 2004 Recipient: Glenn Hutchison
A Man of Vision Foil & Specialty Effects Association It all started in 1963 in Dallas, TX (where Hutchison was born and raised). Hutchison was asked to do a business […]
2006 FSEA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient – Tom Cullen
A Guiding Light by Kym Conis Foil & Specialty Effects Association From successful trade entrepreneur to one of the guiding lights that provided direction to an association in need, Tom […]
FSEA Lifetime Achievement Award 2007 Recipient: John Tinnon
Pioneering Territories Unknown by Kym Conis Foil & Specialty Effects Association Perfecting a craft can be a powerful first step towards success. Applying the right business strategies to mold that […]