The difference between good print and great print? It's all in the details. 🔍
From initial specs to prepress precision, every detail shapes your final run. Our team combines technical expertise and efficient production to bring your vision to life.
#CommercialPrinting #PrintQuality #CedarGraphics
From initial specs to prepress precision, every detail shapes your final run. Our team combines technical expertise and efficient production to bring your vision to life.
#CommercialPrinting #PrintQuality #CedarGraphics
October 30, 2026 at 3:06 PM
The difference between good print and great print? It's all in the details. 🔍
From initial specs to prepress precision, every detail shapes your final run. Our team combines technical expertise and efficient production to bring your vision to life.
#CommercialPrinting #PrintQuality #CedarGraphics
From initial specs to prepress precision, every detail shapes your final run. Our team combines technical expertise and efficient production to bring your vision to life.
#CommercialPrinting #PrintQuality #CedarGraphics
Huge thanks to Steve at Studiothink for the incredible feedback on a recent custom journal run! 📖
"The final set of printed journals was beyond expectations... The client was beyond excited and blown away!"
#ClientTestimonial #PrintProduction #CedarGraphics
"The final set of printed journals was beyond expectations... The client was beyond excited and blown away!"
#ClientTestimonial #PrintProduction #CedarGraphics
August 20, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Huge thanks to Steve at Studiothink for the incredible feedback on a recent custom journal run! 📖
"The final set of printed journals was beyond expectations... The client was beyond excited and blown away!"
#ClientTestimonial #PrintProduction #CedarGraphics
"The final set of printed journals was beyond expectations... The client was beyond excited and blown away!"
#ClientTestimonial #PrintProduction #CedarGraphics
Join us in celebrating our very own Hassan Igram! 🏆
At last night’s State of the City Address, Hassan was honored with Hiawatha’s 2026 Fay M. Clark Hall of Fame Award for his leadership, community service, and entrepreneurial spirit!
#HiawathaIA #HallOfFame #CommunityLeadership #CedarGraphics
At last night’s State of the City Address, Hassan was honored with Hiawatha’s 2026 Fay M. Clark Hall of Fame Award for his leadership, community service, and entrepreneurial spirit!
#HiawathaIA #HallOfFame #CommunityLeadership #CedarGraphics
August 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Join us in celebrating our very own Hassan Igram! 🏆
At last night’s State of the City Address, Hassan was honored with Hiawatha’s 2026 Fay M. Clark Hall of Fame Award for his leadership, community service, and entrepreneurial spirit!
#HiawathaIA #HallOfFame #CommunityLeadership #CedarGraphics
At last night’s State of the City Address, Hassan was honored with Hiawatha’s 2026 Fay M. Clark Hall of Fame Award for his leadership, community service, and entrepreneurial spirit!
#HiawathaIA #HallOfFame #CommunityLeadership #CedarGraphics
There is nothing better than seeing a complex project come together perfectly for our clients! Huge thanks to Gracie at Studiothink for the kind words about their recent box sets and journals.
#CedarGraphics #Testimonial
#CedarGraphics #Testimonial
July 10, 2026 at 7:31 PM
There is nothing better than seeing a complex project come together perfectly for our clients! Huge thanks to Gracie at Studiothink for the kind words about their recent box sets and journals.
#CedarGraphics #Testimonial
#CedarGraphics #Testimonial
In observance of the 4th of July holiday, Cedar Graphics will be closed on Friday, July 3rd. We will be open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Have a safe and happy Independence Day weekend! 🇺🇸
#CedarGraphics #HolidayHours #July4th
#CedarGraphics #HolidayHours #July4th
June 26, 2026 at 7:03 PM
In observance of the 4th of July holiday, Cedar Graphics will be closed on Friday, July 3rd. We will be open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Have a safe and happy Independence Day weekend! 🇺🇸
#CedarGraphics #HolidayHours #July4th
#CedarGraphics #HolidayHours #July4th
The newest addition to our pressroom is officially online! 🖨️
We are thrilled to have the Konica Minolta AccurioJet 30000 up and running, expanding our capacity and ready to tackle your upcoming print projects.
#CommercialPrinting #KonicaMinolta #PrintProduction #CedarGraphics
We are thrilled to have the Konica Minolta AccurioJet 30000 up and running, expanding our capacity and ready to tackle your upcoming print projects.
#CommercialPrinting #KonicaMinolta #PrintProduction #CedarGraphics
June 25, 2026 at 7:34 PM
The newest addition to our pressroom is officially online! 🖨️
We are thrilled to have the Konica Minolta AccurioJet 30000 up and running, expanding our capacity and ready to tackle your upcoming print projects.
#CommercialPrinting #KonicaMinolta #PrintProduction #CedarGraphics
We are thrilled to have the Konica Minolta AccurioJet 30000 up and running, expanding our capacity and ready to tackle your upcoming print projects.
#CommercialPrinting #KonicaMinolta #PrintProduction #CedarGraphics
Traditional ink dries by soaking into paper, which can make colors look dull on uncoated sheets.
UV curable ink hardens instantly under light before it can sink. You get the rich texture of uncoated paper with the vibrant color of a coated sheet.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics
UV curable ink hardens instantly under light before it can sink. You get the rich texture of uncoated paper with the vibrant color of a coated sheet.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics
June 18, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Traditional ink dries by soaking into paper, which can make colors look dull on uncoated sheets.
UV curable ink hardens instantly under light before it can sink. You get the rich texture of uncoated paper with the vibrant color of a coated sheet.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics
UV curable ink hardens instantly under light before it can sink. You get the rich texture of uncoated paper with the vibrant color of a coated sheet.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics
Why wait for ink to dry? UV curable inks use a flash of ultraviolet light to harden instantly on the press.
This process eliminates dangerous solvent evaporation, cuts dot-gain for sharper images, and works perfectly on non-paper substrates.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #UVinks
This process eliminates dangerous solvent evaporation, cuts dot-gain for sharper images, and works perfectly on non-paper substrates.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #UVinks
June 15, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Why wait for ink to dry? UV curable inks use a flash of ultraviolet light to harden instantly on the press.
This process eliminates dangerous solvent evaporation, cuts dot-gain for sharper images, and works perfectly on non-paper substrates.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #UVinks
This process eliminates dangerous solvent evaporation, cuts dot-gain for sharper images, and works perfectly on non-paper substrates.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #UVinks
Print 101: Conventional Inks
Highly versatile and cost-effective, conventional inks are a printing staple.
They utilize evaporating solvents to speed up drying times and drive deep pigment penetration across many different paper stocks.
#print101 #cedargraphics
Highly versatile and cost-effective, conventional inks are a printing staple.
They utilize evaporating solvents to speed up drying times and drive deep pigment penetration across many different paper stocks.
#print101 #cedargraphics
June 8, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Print 101: Conventional Inks
Highly versatile and cost-effective, conventional inks are a printing staple.
They utilize evaporating solvents to speed up drying times and drive deep pigment penetration across many different paper stocks.
#print101 #cedargraphics
Highly versatile and cost-effective, conventional inks are a printing staple.
They utilize evaporating solvents to speed up drying times and drive deep pigment penetration across many different paper stocks.
#print101 #cedargraphics
Print 101: What is a solvent? 🧪💧
Pigments provide the color, but solvents act as the liquid binder that transfers them to the paper.
By adjusting the solvent blend, press teams control drying speed, ink flow, and cost efficiency for a flawless run.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics
Pigments provide the color, but solvents act as the liquid binder that transfers them to the paper.
By adjusting the solvent blend, press teams control drying speed, ink flow, and cost efficiency for a flawless run.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics
June 1, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Print 101: What is a solvent? 🧪💧
Pigments provide the color, but solvents act as the liquid binder that transfers them to the paper.
By adjusting the solvent blend, press teams control drying speed, ink flow, and cost efficiency for a flawless run.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics
Pigments provide the color, but solvents act as the liquid binder that transfers them to the paper.
By adjusting the solvent blend, press teams control drying speed, ink flow, and cost efficiency for a flawless run.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics
"Grateful for the professionalism, responsiveness, and care your team brings to every project."
Shoutout to Phillip, Communications Division Manager for the City of Cedar Rapids, for this amazing feedback.
Proud to support our local community!
#cedarrapids #cedargraphics
Shoutout to Phillip, Communications Division Manager for the City of Cedar Rapids, for this amazing feedback.
Proud to support our local community!
#cedarrapids #cedargraphics
May 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM
"Grateful for the professionalism, responsiveness, and care your team brings to every project."
Shoutout to Phillip, Communications Division Manager for the City of Cedar Rapids, for this amazing feedback.
Proud to support our local community!
#cedarrapids #cedargraphics
Shoutout to Phillip, Communications Division Manager for the City of Cedar Rapids, for this amazing feedback.
Proud to support our local community!
#cedarrapids #cedargraphics
Print 101: Pigment vs. Dye 🧪🎨
Ever wonder why commercial print jobs resist fading? It’s all about the pigments.
Unlike liquid dyes, solid pigments offer superior fade resistance and incredible longevity on the page.
#print101 #cedargraphics #printdesign #pigment
Ever wonder why commercial print jobs resist fading? It’s all about the pigments.
Unlike liquid dyes, solid pigments offer superior fade resistance and incredible longevity on the page.
#print101 #cedargraphics #printdesign #pigment
May 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Print 101: Pigment vs. Dye 🧪🎨
Ever wonder why commercial print jobs resist fading? It’s all about the pigments.
Unlike liquid dyes, solid pigments offer superior fade resistance and incredible longevity on the page.
#print101 #cedargraphics #printdesign #pigment
Ever wonder why commercial print jobs resist fading? It’s all about the pigments.
Unlike liquid dyes, solid pigments offer superior fade resistance and incredible longevity on the page.
#print101 #cedargraphics #printdesign #pigment
New press day at Cedar Graphics. 👀
Konica Minolta Accuriojet 30000 is going in. More to come once it's up and running.
#CedarGraphics #CedarRapids #Hiawatha #KonicaMinolta #AccurioJet #NewEquipment #PrintShop #CommercialPrinting #BehindTheScenes #PrintLife #Iowa #ShopFloor
Konica Minolta Accuriojet 30000 is going in. More to come once it's up and running.
#CedarGraphics #CedarRapids #Hiawatha #KonicaMinolta #AccurioJet #NewEquipment #PrintShop #CommercialPrinting #BehindTheScenes #PrintLife #Iowa #ShopFloor
May 15, 2026 at 7:03 PM
New press day at Cedar Graphics. 👀
Konica Minolta Accuriojet 30000 is going in. More to come once it's up and running.
#CedarGraphics #CedarRapids #Hiawatha #KonicaMinolta #AccurioJet #NewEquipment #PrintShop #CommercialPrinting #BehindTheScenes #PrintLife #Iowa #ShopFloor
Konica Minolta Accuriojet 30000 is going in. More to come once it's up and running.
#CedarGraphics #CedarRapids #Hiawatha #KonicaMinolta #AccurioJet #NewEquipment #PrintShop #CommercialPrinting #BehindTheScenes #PrintLife #Iowa #ShopFloor
Big week on the floor at Cedar Graphics.
Sadly we're saying goodbye to the Ricoh Pro Z75, and something new is coming in.
More to come soon. 👀
#CedarGraphics #CedarRapids #Hiawatha #BehindTheScenes #PrintShop #CommercialPrinting #PrintProduction #ShopFloor #PrintLife #Iowa
Sadly we're saying goodbye to the Ricoh Pro Z75, and something new is coming in.
More to come soon. 👀
#CedarGraphics #CedarRapids #Hiawatha #BehindTheScenes #PrintShop #CommercialPrinting #PrintProduction #ShopFloor #PrintLife #Iowa
May 13, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Big week on the floor at Cedar Graphics.
Sadly we're saying goodbye to the Ricoh Pro Z75, and something new is coming in.
More to come soon. 👀
#CedarGraphics #CedarRapids #Hiawatha #BehindTheScenes #PrintShop #CommercialPrinting #PrintProduction #ShopFloor #PrintLife #Iowa
Sadly we're saying goodbye to the Ricoh Pro Z75, and something new is coming in.
More to come soon. 👀
#CedarGraphics #CedarRapids #Hiawatha #BehindTheScenes #PrintShop #CommercialPrinting #PrintProduction #ShopFloor #PrintLife #Iowa
Print 101: UV inks can go places standard inks can't.
PVC. Vinyl. Polystyrene. Foil. We run UV inks on our offset presses across all of it.
More substrate options = more creative freedom for your project. 🖨️
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #UVInks #CommercialPrinting
PVC. Vinyl. Polystyrene. Foil. We run UV inks on our offset presses across all of it.
More substrate options = more creative freedom for your project. 🖨️
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #UVInks #CommercialPrinting
May 11, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Print 101: UV inks can go places standard inks can't.
PVC. Vinyl. Polystyrene. Foil. We run UV inks on our offset presses across all of it.
More substrate options = more creative freedom for your project. 🖨️
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #UVInks #CommercialPrinting
PVC. Vinyl. Polystyrene. Foil. We run UV inks on our offset presses across all of it.
More substrate options = more creative freedom for your project. 🖨️
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #UVInks #CommercialPrinting
Quick question for our Quad Cities neighbors 👋
When do you typically start ordering print materials for summer events?
🗓️ 3–4 months out
📅 6–8 weeks out
⏰ A few weeks before
🚨 Last minute (we can help)
Drop your answer below! 👇
#QuadCities #PrintShop #SummerEvents #CedarGraphics #LocalBusiness
When do you typically start ordering print materials for summer events?
🗓️ 3–4 months out
📅 6–8 weeks out
⏰ A few weeks before
🚨 Last minute (we can help)
Drop your answer below! 👇
#QuadCities #PrintShop #SummerEvents #CedarGraphics #LocalBusiness
May 6, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Quick question for our Quad Cities neighbors 👋
When do you typically start ordering print materials for summer events?
🗓️ 3–4 months out
📅 6–8 weeks out
⏰ A few weeks before
🚨 Last minute (we can help)
Drop your answer below! 👇
#QuadCities #PrintShop #SummerEvents #CedarGraphics #LocalBusiness
When do you typically start ordering print materials for summer events?
🗓️ 3–4 months out
📅 6–8 weeks out
⏰ A few weeks before
🚨 Last minute (we can help)
Drop your answer below! 👇
#QuadCities #PrintShop #SummerEvents #CedarGraphics #LocalBusiness
PRINT 101: The Ink Lab 🧪🎨
Why does Cedar Graphics mix ink in-house?
1️⃣ Perfect color accuracy for your brand.
2️⃣ Superior quality control.
3️⃣ Faster production to meet your deadlines.
Precision starts in the lab.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #InkMixing #QualityGuaranteed
Why does Cedar Graphics mix ink in-house?
1️⃣ Perfect color accuracy for your brand.
2️⃣ Superior quality control.
3️⃣ Faster production to meet your deadlines.
Precision starts in the lab.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #InkMixing #QualityGuaranteed
April 27, 2026 at 8:02 PM
PRINT 101: The Ink Lab 🧪🎨
Why does Cedar Graphics mix ink in-house?
1️⃣ Perfect color accuracy for your brand.
2️⃣ Superior quality control.
3️⃣ Faster production to meet your deadlines.
Precision starts in the lab.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #InkMixing #QualityGuaranteed
Why does Cedar Graphics mix ink in-house?
1️⃣ Perfect color accuracy for your brand.
2️⃣ Superior quality control.
3️⃣ Faster production to meet your deadlines.
Precision starts in the lab.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #InkMixing #QualityGuaranteed
Print 101: Color Bars 🌈
Ever wonder what those colorful strips at the edge of a press sheet are? They aren't just for show, they give our operators the data needed to measure and control color density with total precision.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #GraphicDesign #ColorAccuracy
Ever wonder what those colorful strips at the edge of a press sheet are? They aren't just for show, they give our operators the data needed to measure and control color density with total precision.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #GraphicDesign #ColorAccuracy
April 20, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Print 101: Color Bars 🌈
Ever wonder what those colorful strips at the edge of a press sheet are? They aren't just for show, they give our operators the data needed to measure and control color density with total precision.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #GraphicDesign #ColorAccuracy
Ever wonder what those colorful strips at the edge of a press sheet are? They aren't just for show, they give our operators the data needed to measure and control color density with total precision.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #GraphicDesign #ColorAccuracy
Sometimes planning new equipment isn’t CAD drawings, it’s paper on the floor.
Making sure everything fits before the real install begins.
More to come. 👀
#Printing #BehindTheScenes #CedarGraphics #PrintShop
Making sure everything fits before the real install begins.
More to come. 👀
#Printing #BehindTheScenes #CedarGraphics #PrintShop
April 15, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Sometimes planning new equipment isn’t CAD drawings, it’s paper on the floor.
Making sure everything fits before the real install begins.
More to come. 👀
#Printing #BehindTheScenes #CedarGraphics #PrintShop
Making sure everything fits before the real install begins.
More to come. 👀
#Printing #BehindTheScenes #CedarGraphics #PrintShop
Print 101: The Press Check
Screens can lie, but the press doesn't! A press check lets you inspect a live sheet right off the run. Once you sign it, that sheet becomes the operator's master guide for the rest of the project. Total color consistency unlocked.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #GraphicDesign
Screens can lie, but the press doesn't! A press check lets you inspect a live sheet right off the run. Once you sign it, that sheet becomes the operator's master guide for the rest of the project. Total color consistency unlocked.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #GraphicDesign
April 6, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Print 101: The Press Check
Screens can lie, but the press doesn't! A press check lets you inspect a live sheet right off the run. Once you sign it, that sheet becomes the operator's master guide for the rest of the project. Total color consistency unlocked.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #GraphicDesign
Screens can lie, but the press doesn't! A press check lets you inspect a live sheet right off the run. Once you sign it, that sheet becomes the operator's master guide for the rest of the project. Total color consistency unlocked.
#Print101 #CedarGraphics #GraphicDesign
#Print101: The #PressProof
Plates are exposed, the job is setup on the press, and printed once for client approval. If something changes, the process is repeated. This is the real-world check before the final run. High stakes, unmatched accuracy! 🎯
#GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #OffsetPrinting
Plates are exposed, the job is setup on the press, and printed once for client approval. If something changes, the process is repeated. This is the real-world check before the final run. High stakes, unmatched accuracy! 🎯
#GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #OffsetPrinting
March 30, 2026 at 7:31 PM
#Print101: The #PressProof
Plates are exposed, the job is setup on the press, and printed once for client approval. If something changes, the process is repeated. This is the real-world check before the final run. High stakes, unmatched accuracy! 🎯
#GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #OffsetPrinting
Plates are exposed, the job is setup on the press, and printed once for client approval. If something changes, the process is repeated. This is the real-world check before the final run. High stakes, unmatched accuracy! 🎯
#GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #OffsetPrinting
Print 101: The Contract (Hard) Proof
The definitive final check before we head to the pressroom.
📍 Color-calibrated to match offset press output.
📍 High-quality digital proofer precision.
📍 The final sign-off before plates are made.
#Print101 #GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #Prepress #ColorScience
The definitive final check before we head to the pressroom.
📍 Color-calibrated to match offset press output.
📍 High-quality digital proofer precision.
📍 The final sign-off before plates are made.
#Print101 #GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #Prepress #ColorScience
March 23, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Print 101: The Contract (Hard) Proof
The definitive final check before we head to the pressroom.
📍 Color-calibrated to match offset press output.
📍 High-quality digital proofer precision.
📍 The final sign-off before plates are made.
#Print101 #GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #Prepress #ColorScience
The definitive final check before we head to the pressroom.
📍 Color-calibrated to match offset press output.
📍 High-quality digital proofer precision.
📍 The final sign-off before plates are made.
#Print101 #GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #Prepress #ColorScience
#Print101: The Content Proof ✍️📄
We provide these to clients for:
📍 Text & Data Verification
📍 Final Typo Hunting
📍 Streamlined Approvals
Since they aren't color-calibrated, you can focus on the copy/data. Catch the errors now; print with confidence later.
#GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #Prepress
We provide these to clients for:
📍 Text & Data Verification
📍 Final Typo Hunting
📍 Streamlined Approvals
Since they aren't color-calibrated, you can focus on the copy/data. Catch the errors now; print with confidence later.
#GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #Prepress
March 16, 2026 at 7:45 PM
#Print101: The Content Proof ✍️📄
We provide these to clients for:
📍 Text & Data Verification
📍 Final Typo Hunting
📍 Streamlined Approvals
Since they aren't color-calibrated, you can focus on the copy/data. Catch the errors now; print with confidence later.
#GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #Prepress
We provide these to clients for:
📍 Text & Data Verification
📍 Final Typo Hunting
📍 Streamlined Approvals
Since they aren't color-calibrated, you can focus on the copy/data. Catch the errors now; print with confidence later.
#GraphicDesign #CedarGraphics #Prepress
Why do global brands demand G7-certified printers? 🌍🎨
It’s not about the shiny badge, it’s about sourcing flexibility. G7 allows brands to match colors across different substrates and different technologies with total precision.
#PrintIndustry #G7Master #CedarGraphics #BrandManagement
It’s not about the shiny badge, it’s about sourcing flexibility. G7 allows brands to match colors across different substrates and different technologies with total precision.
#PrintIndustry #G7Master #CedarGraphics #BrandManagement
March 10, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Why do global brands demand G7-certified printers? 🌍🎨
It’s not about the shiny badge, it’s about sourcing flexibility. G7 allows brands to match colors across different substrates and different technologies with total precision.
#PrintIndustry #G7Master #CedarGraphics #BrandManagement
It’s not about the shiny badge, it’s about sourcing flexibility. G7 allows brands to match colors across different substrates and different technologies with total precision.
#PrintIndustry #G7Master #CedarGraphics #BrandManagement
#Print101: The Imposition (Mock-Up) Proof
The structural "blueprint" for your project. We use these high-res composites to verify:
📍 Physical Page Flow
📍 Folding & Trim Accuracy
📍 Overall Layout Mechanics
It’s the essential check before we move to final color calibration.
#CedarGraphics #Prepress
The structural "blueprint" for your project. We use these high-res composites to verify:
📍 Physical Page Flow
📍 Folding & Trim Accuracy
📍 Overall Layout Mechanics
It’s the essential check before we move to final color calibration.
#CedarGraphics #Prepress
March 9, 2026 at 8:31 PM
#Print101: The Imposition (Mock-Up) Proof
The structural "blueprint" for your project. We use these high-res composites to verify:
📍 Physical Page Flow
📍 Folding & Trim Accuracy
📍 Overall Layout Mechanics
It’s the essential check before we move to final color calibration.
#CedarGraphics #Prepress
The structural "blueprint" for your project. We use these high-res composites to verify:
📍 Physical Page Flow
📍 Folding & Trim Accuracy
📍 Overall Layout Mechanics
It’s the essential check before we move to final color calibration.
#CedarGraphics #Prepress