In the next chapter the writer will take up the subject of practical printing as done in the box-maker’s plant.
CHAPTER XI
THE PRINTING DEPARTMENT (Continued)
ONE of the larger paper box manufacturing concerns of Philadelphia is operating a printing department in connection with its plant which is equipped and managed in a highly efficient manner. This printing department includes a complete composing room, cylinder and platen presses of various models and sizes, bronzing machines and paper cutters. Many kinds of printed matter are being produced, but the principal specialty consists of wrappers for fine candy boxes. The business cards of candy manufacturers are printed on these wrappers. Some of the printing is done in straight colors like black, blue, red, green, etc.; some is done in gold printing ink. Other wrappers are printed in gold size and afterwards finished in gold bronze, others still are printed in gold size and afterwards finished with gold leaf. Moreover, many of the fancy wrappers are printed in beautiful designs in several different colors.
Usually, the wrappers containing business cards, or designs, done in gold ink, bronze, or gold leaf, are embossed after the gold had been applied. Some of the business cards, or designs, printed in colors are also embossed after the printing has been done.