Like their CD predecessors, DVDs store audio, video and other forms of digital data. A number of government, business, educational and other organizations use DVDs to spread information in the form of sales presentations, lectures, documentaries and other forms of multimedia communication. For this purpose, when multiple copies need to be produced from a master DVD, professional DVD replicating services are required.
DVD replication services are usually needed for the replication of discs in numbers above 500. If only a short run is asked for, the costs could be prohibitive as a result of setup expenses. Setup costs generally include the manufacturing of a glass master from which the discs will be pressed. Moreover, subscribers to replication services might also require the production and printing of artwork and paper parts as parts of the complete package.
It has been observed that some replicating companies are great at high volumes only, while others excel at low runs. Some can process fast turns, i.e., finish work within the scheduled time, while others make empty promises. Those capable of maintaining consistently fast turnaround times will usually demand a higher price. A few could be low-cost leaders, but others may have special printing or packaging capabilities.
Volume is another factor you must take into consideration. You should remember that the larger the volume, the less the cost per piece.
DVDs are mostly printed using either silkscreen, offset, or thermal technology, each having its own strengths and weaknesses. Although widely used, many of the designs created by graphic artists today are too complicated to be effectively printed using silkscreen technology. Offset printing gives a much higher resolution, allowing for more color control and finer detail. Monocolor thermal printing is the fastest and least expensive of them. Consider all these factors, i.e., cost and quality, before choosing your replicating plant.
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