1964 Printing Industry Film

[Dave Hughes]

Here's a great film from the 1960s that takes a run through the various printing processes available at that time and suggests that the item being printed often has a bearing on which process is most suitable.

I was a little surprised to see an Intertype Fotosetter turn up around the 10-minute mark.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bV6yhvI6h0w

The film discusses the essential role of the printing industry in daily life, highlighting the various printing processes used to produce printed materials. It covers four main printing techniques: relief (letterpress), intaglio (gravure), lithography, and silk screen (serigraphy), explaining their unique principles and applications. The film also details the necessary components for printing, including the printing image, ink, and printing machines, and describes the evolution of printing technology and methods. It emphasizes the importance of selecting the appropriate printing process based on the material and desired outcome.