Wide Format Printing Procedure

How do I get my poster printed?

Start by having a prepared document 3 days in advance!
Ploting is more complex than printing on 8.5"X11" paper. Problems arise that take time to deal with, sometimes the author needs to make major changes. Being prepared with time to make adjustments is not only prudent, it is mandatory.

  • Chemistry Students and Faculty:
    Contact Shane Crist
  • Students outside the Chemistry Department:
    Contact your Department's Systems Administrator.

    What kind of paper can I get to print on?
    We offer prints on 42" Semi-gloss paper only.

    NOTE:
    Maximum width of your poster MUST be 41" or less; the plotter cannot print right to the very edge of the 42" paper.


    What formats can be submitted for printing?
    At this time, we support FrameMaker for Unix, Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat. We strongly recommend that you submit your poster in FrameMaker since Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat have compatibility problems. We cannot guarantee to print a poster in the above formats.

    What is the cost of the service?
  • Chemistry Students and Faculty:

    1-Chemistry prints (posters, etc..):
    Paper cost per sq. foot: $1.25
    Ink cost per ml: $0.44

    2-Personal Prints: Paper cost per sq. foot: $1.25
    Ink cost per ml: $0.44
    Labor: $ 26 per hour.

  • Other People
    Paper cost per sq. foot: $1.25
    Ink cost per ml: $0.44
    Labor: Contact your Department's Systems Administrator.

    What does a typical print cost?
  • Chemistry Students
    1-Chemistry Prints: $15-$35
    2-Personal Prints: $25-$60

  • Other People
    $15-$35 + your Department's Systems Administrator's time.