History
The story of today's Graphics 3 is really a tale of two companies: Graphics 3 Inc., Coldwater, Michigan -The origins of Graphics 3 Inc. can be traced back to the CE Kleindenst Co., founded in 1887. But when eventually purchased in 1967 by Larry Iveson, the company was operating as 'Patterson Printing'. Then in 1976 two other businesses were acquired, 'Photographics' in Coldwater and 'True Blue Press' in Hillsdale Michigan, and the triad of companies were combined to form 'Graphics 3'. Yet the composite company's primary line of business continued to be custom offset printing. By 1995 production volume had grown to the point where work spread between multiple locations became increasingly cumbersome and problematic. So a 12,000 square foot facility on Garfield Avenue was purchased, thereby allowing the entire operation to be consolidated under one roof. At about the same time, with 'xerographic' printing technology by then becoming a somewhat more viable production method, a Xerox Do
Specialties
Graphics 3 brings a distinctly human approach to the printing business. We simply believe putting people before profits not only 'feels' right, it also makes good business sense. After all, the true value of almost anything is ultimately measured by how well it serves the needs of people. In practical terms, this philosophy extends well beyond consistently delivering to our clients exactly what's expected precisely when it's needed . . it also means providing a work environment where our employees can grow, contribute, and succeed . . as well as being a responsible, earth-friendly corporate citizen.