We like the Hop-Syn synthetic paper because there’s no limit to what we can do. It’s the easiest folding synthetic paper in the market.”
As one of the nation’s oldest map printers, Williams & Heintz Map Corporation knows how to keep customers coming back. In business since 1921, the family-run map printing company continually strives to produce high-quality custom maps with the least amount of impact on the environment. Thanks to Hop-Syn synthetic papers, they can accomplish both.
“We print maps for our customers — entrepreneurs, government agencies and map publishers — on Hop-Syn synthetic papers because they choose it,” comments Mark Budd, Treasurer, Williams & Heintz Map Corporation. “It’s a combination of the quality and price that makes it an easy decision.”
Environmentally Friendly Map Printing Specialists
Unlike traditional printing, map printing is a specialization. Budd comments, “There’s a special craft to producing, printing, and folding maps. It’s different than any other type of sheetfed work, and we regularly push the boundaries for our customers. We like the Hop-Syn synthetic paper because there’s no limit to what we can do. It’s the easiest folding synthetic paper in the market.” The staff also appreciate that Hop-Syn is listed under recycling code number 5, and can be recycled with polypropylene plastics. “Many customers include the recycling logo on the maps,” he adds.
Hop-Syn G1 paper is a synthetic paper manufactured by Hop Industries. The G1 grade is popular with map printers because it folds as easy as paper. Hop-Syn G1 is made with over 25% calcium carbonate filler, which gives it the market’s best foldability. The Hop-Syn substrate is also one of the fastest drying and scuff-resistant synthetic papers used by printers in the map industry.
Environmentally Speaking
The Hop-Syn G1 synthetic paper grade is 100% recyclable. Based on Hop-Syn G1 being made into a single layer substrate, from a mixture of polypropylene and calcium carbonate, it allows Hop-Syn to have the printing properties of paper, but with the durability, weather resistance, and waterproof properties of plastic. The environmental advantages of the Hop-Syn paper are especially important to Williams & Heintz, and are in line with the company’s sustainability initiatives. Its printing operation also uses no toxic solvent inks or dangerous UV processes. The company recycles its synthetic paper waste with a third party, which turns the excess scrap into functional items like park benches and potting containers.
It’s in the Fold
Williams & Heintz prints a variety of maps, such as hiking trails and boating guides, ranging from the simplest 1-color map to complicated 12-color maps, from 3×5-inches to 47¼ x 63-inches. Because of their experience and capabilities, Williams & Heintz recently became authorized by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to print paper nautical charts on demand.
“We like working with the Hop Industries sales team. Customer service is always excellent and very responsive. Hop-Syn’s in-house custom sheeting also makes it easy for us to provide our customers with maps that meet their specific dimensions, in a timely manner,” comments Budd.
For more information about Williams & Heintz Map Company, visit www.whchartbook.com. For more information about Hop-Syn synthetic papers, visit www.hopsyn.com or call 1-800-524-0757.
