Tipping and Affixing Services


Announcing new upgrades to our special services department. We have installed state-of-the-art tip-on and affixing machines with advanced features and effieciencies. Our new, upgraded equipment can affix practically any small accesso ry material* within +/- 1/32” precision. This includes items such as plastic cards, key tags, gift cards, coupon cards and sample packets. Using either fugitive glue or a clean release method, we can place the affixed product anywhere on your promo piece. The Benefit? Your project will be printed, converted, affixed and mailed by a single-source provider and ensuring accurate and timely completion.
Have a unique promo item that needs affixing? Call Printing Arts today to get a clearer view of how your promotional programs can be enhanced.

Production capabilities:

  • Feeds carrier cards up to 19.50” wide with affixing within +/- 1/32” tolerance
  • Hot melt affixing system using either fugitive glue or a clean release adhesive
  • Automatic diverter for rejecting sub-standard product
  • QC inspection system
  • 2-sided camera verification (barcode reader)
  • Linear barcode scanner


We can help with:

  • Gift Card Programs
  • Affixed Coupon Direct Mailers
  • Card/Carrier Personalized Matching
  • Loyalty Programs
  • Membership Cards
  • Magnetic Card Tipping
  • Liquid Packets Product Sampling
  • Key FOB Member Cards

With a complete production offering including structural design, G7 print (both UV offset and digital) die cutting, automatic folding and gluing, hand assembly as well as a fully-equipped conventional bindery. You can be assured your project will be produced with the highest level of quality with one vendor accountability.


*Since every tip-on/Affixing project is unique, we ask our clients to provide specific details on their program needs and specifications. A small quantity of tipping materials will be required to determine feasibility of your project. Please contact your account representative to discuss your project parameters.