Pocket Pal Gets an Update
By Graphic Arts Online Staff -- Graphic Arts Online, December 1, 2007
International Paper published its 20th edition of Pocket Pal. For over 73 years, the venerable tome has served as the introduction to printing for many graphic arts and creative professionals. All sections of the 260-page book have been updated, with a focus on trends in digital printing and PDF workflows.
The book contains an expanded glossary as well as measurements in metric equivalents for countries where English is the primary language. It also offers: a history and evolution of printing; introduction to the printing processes; prepress—typography, copy and art preparation, image assembly, digital prepress and plate-making; printing processes—digital presses, inks and statistical process control; postpress—binding and finishing; and paper—from pulping through manufacture, characteristics. The book can be ordered in quantities of 10 plus online at www.ippocketpal.com; single copies are available from PIA/GATF at gain.net.
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