LPI partnered with Great Northern Corporation in producing a package that won the Innovation Award in the Paperboard Packaging Council 2010 National Competition. The unique shape was designed to meet towel rack and counter-top functionality and includes an inside printed window to aid single-pull dispensing, a unique 45 degree grain direction scoring profile, custom-designed interior flaps that form and seal on automated equipment, and a tear-out perforation that provides an easy to open, clean window that maintains holding integrity.

The package is printed with tinted UV metallic inks to create a metalized effect with optimum sheen and a high rub formula for ink and coating to prevent abrasion and scuffing on embossed elements. A custom rotary tool improved score bend ratios to facilitate automated machine filling and provide a crisp fold line.

LPI did extensive pre-production emboss testing and engineered equipment modifications and process improvements to streamline the manufacturing process and facilitate high volume production.

As part of LPIs on-going commitment to the greater Milwaukee community, 150 Easter food baskets were prepared and delivered to The House of Peace. a ministry of the Province of St. Joseph of the Capuchin Order, Inc. This was a special occasion as the new Archbishop of Milwaukee, The Most Reverend Jerome Listecki, was on site the day of the deliveries to offer his welcome and a prayer of blessing.

LPI won 23 awards in the Printing Industries of Wisconsin 2010 Graphic Excellence Competition. 3 Best of Category, 4 Best of Division, 10 Awards of Excellence, 6 Certificates of Merit.

PIW represents 45,000 employees statewide with $7.9 million in annual sales.

LPI won 9 awards at the 2010 Foil & Specialty Effects Association annual convention held in New Orleans, LA -  2 Gold, 6 Silver & 1 Bronze.

FSEA is a international association representing many of the most creative and progressive graphics organizations focused on work involving foil, embossing and a wide range of specialty graphic efffects.

Kurz Sparkle Sales Sheet

LPI earned 2 coveted Benny awards (winners pictured above) along with 1 Certificate of Merit award in the 60th annual 2009 Premier Print Awards hosted by PIA (Printing Industries of America). These winning pieces were selected from more than 3,618 national and international (14 countries) entries with a total of only 196 awards total.

To date in ‘09, LPI has earned 45 awards total regionally, nationally and internationally. This is the highest number of wins in company history!

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LPIs reputation for creative, attractive and functional promotional pieces that celebrate seasonal holidays has gained a boost with these latest entries. Reminiscent of a soda jerk or military fatigue hat, but re-designed and brought to life with 6 foils, multi-level embossing, die cutting and meticulous hand assembly, these hats are not only a tribute to our great American holiday, but quite appropriate for wearing at festivities of all kinds. Also note that they are all American made, and that includes the presses used to produce them.

These beauties were inspired by the success of the ‘06 July 4th Patriot Salute Uncle Sam Hats. The idea this year was to come up with attractive and a bit more understated creations that would showcase the creative capabilities of fine graphic specialty services and allow customers, prospects and friends to stand up and celebrate the “Good Old USA”. As of this posting, photos of July 4th “sightings” are coming in. We welcome your input.

Within just two plus decades LPI has grown from a two-man operation in the back of an ice-cream warehouse to a national graphic arts leader specializing in fine embossing, foil stamping, holograms, die cutting, a broad range of bindery services and point-of-purchase displays.

Founded in 1984, LPI launched a new company with a fresh approach and new vision: To function not simply as a supplier or vendor to the trade, but to cultivate stronger business “partnerships” where innovation and focused persistence leads to exceptional results and delighted customers.

Utilizing a love for the craft and ingenuity and innovation, they were confident in the idea that graphic specialty services add value when properly targeted and executed and elevate the visual quality and functionality of any product or communications piece.

Unwavering dedication to this mission has earned LPI numerous awards, both regionally and nationally, as a reflection of their broad base of customers which includes printers, publishers, packaging manufacturers, the design community and corporate direct clients.

LPI won 9 awards in the annual FSEA, Foil & Specialty Effects Association, Gold Leaf Awards held in Atlanta GA in May ‘09 - 2 Gold, 3 Silver and 4 Bronze. FSEA is a international association representing many of the most creative and progressive graphics organizations focused on work involving foil, embossing and a wide range of specialty graphic efffects.

LPI earned 33 awards in the 9th annual PIW, Printing Industries of Wisconsin Graphics Excellence Awards - 4 Best of Category, 3 Best of Division and 26 Awards of Excellence. PIW represents 45,000 employees statewide with $7.9 million in annual sales.

Spearheaded community outreach providing 150 Easter meals at Hebron House and 75 meals at The House of Peace, a local Christian organization.