Digital Printing
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Digital printing has become an essential part of modern print production. Whether you need short runs, personalised printing or fast turnaround, it offers a level of flexibility that traditional offset litho printing simply can’t match.
At Bishops, digital printing is a fully integrated part of what we do, delivered with the same care and consistency you’d expect from a top 100 UK printer.
Whether you’re looking to print brochures, flyers marketing materials, or personalised direct mail, Bishops’ digital printing gives you flexibility, quality, and speed, all at a competitive price.
Built for Performance
Behind every digital print job is on-going investment in technology and infrastructure. At Bishops, digital printing means access to:
High-spec digital printers
- HP Indigo 12000
- HP Indigo 100K
- Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000e
- Konica Minolta AccurioPress 6272P
- Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12010 (x2)
- Xerox Versant 4100
- HP Latex 360 wide format inkjet printer
Extensive in-house finishing equipment
Including perfect binding, saddle stitching and inline booklet finishing.
Direct mail made easier
With access to more technology and services through our fully owned mailing house, The Mailing People.
Key advantages of digital printing with Bishops Printers
1. Faster turnaround times
When speed matters, digital printing delivers. Digital presses allow for instant setup without the extra time needed for offset printing’s plate production. This means:
– Shorter lead times for your print jobs
– Perfect for on-demand printing
– Easily accommodate last minute design or content changes
2. Cost-effective for short runs
One of the biggest drawbacks of offset printing is that it becomes expensive for small print quantities due to the high setup costs. With digital printing:
– No plates are required, reducing initial setup costs
– Ideal for short print runs without sacrificing quality
– You only print what you need, eliminating excess inventory
3. Unmatched print quality
HP Indigo presses use liquid ElectroInk technology, which rivals the colour quality of litho printing. Key features include:
– High resolution up to 2,400 DPI for sharp text and images
– Smooth color transitions and vibrant, consistent color accuracy
– Ability to print on a wide variety of substrates, including synthetic materials, colored papers, and more
4. Personalisation and variable data printing (VDP)
Digital printing offers the opportunity for variable data printing, enabling you to customise each printed piece without slowing down production:
– Personalise marketing materials with unique names, addresses, and messages
– Create targeted campaigns that speak directly to your audience
– Perfect for direct mail, brochures, promotional materials, and more
5. Eco-friendly and sustainable
With digital printing, you’re able to minimise waste as you only print the exact quantity you need, making it a more environmentally friendly option. Benefits include:
– Less paper waste due to on-demand production
– Energy-efficient operation, reducing your business’s carbon footprint
6. Consistent quality across jobs
HP Indigo presses provide unparalleled consistency. Unlike offset, which can experience variations in print quality due to plate wear and ink inconsistencies, digital printing ensures:
– The first print matches the last with identical quality
– Easy reprints with precise color matching every time
– Perfect for brand consistency across marketing collateral
7. Wide range of materials
HP Indigo technology offers flexibility in printing on various substrates, including:
– Specialty papers, labels, and synthetics
– Coated and uncoated stocks
– Unique finishes such as gloss, matt, or textured papers
This versatility allows you to create distinctive, high-end products that stand out from the competition.
Why Choose Bishops Printers for Digital Printing?
Digital printing gives customers flexibility, speed and excellent print quality. At Bishops, we combine that flexibility with the capacity and reliability of one of the UK’s leading commercial printers.
Our HP Indigo presses produce vibrant colour and sharp detail, while our in-house finishing department ensures projects are completed efficiently and to a consistently high standard.
We work with publishers, charities, agencies, trade print buyers and businesses across the UK, producing everything from short-run brochures and catalogues to personalised direct mail campaigns.
As with all our services, every project is supported by an experienced account manager who will guide you through the process from quotation to delivery.
Personalised Digital Printing
Digital printing makes personalisation simple.
Using variable data printing (VDP), individual names, addresses, images, QR codes and other content can be changed from one printed piece to the next without slowing production.
Personalised print is commonly used for direct mail campaigns, membership communications, fundraising appeals and customer marketing programmes where relevance can improve response rates.
Through our fully owned mailing house, The Mailing People, we can combine personalised print, data processing, fulfilment and postage into a single service. No need for multiple suppliers. Your Bishops account manager oversees everything.
Client Reviews
Amazing! Honestly, the service on this has been brilliant. Thanks so much again.
Lauren R. Hambledon Vineyard
The journals arrived this morning and look fantastic. Big thank you for such a speedy and smooth job from start to finish.
Deborah M. Print Professional
Just a quick note to say thank you for your excellent service – the — brochures were delivered yesterday afternoon – a day early, despite us messing you around a bit. We hugely appreciate this, and we in turn have a happy customer.
Jerry C. Print Professional
Very grateful for your hard work on our last run of magazines. The print quality was excellent, and your regular communication was very much appreciated as it helped me to manage things without stress from this side.
Tim F. Toddle About
It has been a pleasure working with you on this project. You have delivered fantastic customer service alongside top-notch quality print.
Molly B. SMI Group
Why Choose Us
Customer Service
98% of customers say they would recommend us. We aim to pick up the phone within 3 rings, always answer emails, and deliver a straightforward, friendly and knowledgeable service.
Stable Prices
Our quotes are valid for a minimum 30 days and our low prices are consistently competitive. Printing 287.9 million sheets a year, our buying power is reflected in our prices. For regular publications, fixed pricing is available.
Quality
92% of customers rate us good or very good for quality. 70% of our customers are trade print professionals who trust us with their reputations and rely on our trade printing service.
Is Digital Printing Right for Your Project?
Digital printing is ideal for short runs, personalised communications, versioned publications and projects where speed and flexibility are important.
If you need a small quantity of brochures, a personalised direct mail campaign or a fast reprint, digital printing is the most cost-effective solution.
Our team will be happy to advise on the best option based on your specification, quantity and timescale.
Get in touch today for a quote or to discuss your next print project.
Environmentally Sensitive Printing
FSC® Certified Paper
We use FSC®certified paper and hold FSC Chain of Custody certification FSC-C141091.
Solar Powered
We've installed 1,500 solar panels on our 85,000 sq ft roof for sustainable energy and another 100 at our mailing house.
Everything Recycled
We recycle all our waste: aluminium plates, metal ink tins, plastic ink cartridges, the ink itself, cardboard and plastic wrapping.
Digital Printing FAQs
What is digital printing?
Digital printing is a print method that translates artwork into dots per square inch (dpi), applying them directly onto paper and other substrates using inkjet or laser printing technology. It avoids the need for printing plates, which makes it cheaper on shorter print runs.
This makes it ideal for small orders, fast turnarounds and personalised materials, while still delivering high-quality results suitable for professional marketing and business use.
When should I choose digital printing instead of litho printing?
Digital printing is usually the right choice when you need flexibility or a faster turnaround.
It works particularly well if your project involves smaller quantities, tight deadlines or the possibility of last-minute changes. Because there’s no plate setup involved, updates can be made quickly without restarting the whole process.
For larger print runs where unit cost becomes more important, litho printing may be the better option.
What are the advantages of digital printing?
Digital printing offers several key benefits:
- Fast turnaround times with minimal setup
- Cost-effective for short runs
- High-quality output with sharp detail and vibrant colour
- Flexibility to update artwork between runs
- Reduced waste by printing only what you need
These advantages make it a popular choice for modern, fast-moving marketing campaigns.
Is digital printing good quality?
Can digital printing be personalised?
Yes. Digital printing allows each printed item to be different, which is known as variable data printing.
This means you can tailor content to the recipient, whether that’s changing names, addresses or messaging. It’s particularly effective for direct mail campaigns where relevance can improve response rates.
What types of products are best suited to digital printing?
Digital printing is often used when flexibility matters more than volume.
It’s a good fit for things like brochures, flyers, booklets and direct mail, especially where quantities are lower or content may change between print runs. It’s also useful for testing new ideas or producing smaller batches without committing to large stock levels.
What materials can be used with digital printing?
Digital printing supports a wide range of paper types, including coated and uncoated stocks, as well as heavier materials for covers.
This gives you the freedom to choose a finish that suits your brand, whether you want something clean and professional or more tactile and distinctive.
Is digital printing environmentally friendly?
Digital printing can enable a more sustainable approach to printing and direct mail. By printing on demand you can avoiding over production and reduce waste. Additonally, the energry consumption of commercial digital printers is significantly lower than litho printing presses.
You can further reduce the carbon footprint of your printed materials by partnering with print and mailing businesses, like Bishops Printers, who operate an ongoing investment programme to ensure an environmentally sensitive approach to print and mailing.
Can you help me mail my digital printing?
Yes. If your printed materials need to be put in the post we can arrange a complete print and mailing service through The Mailing People, who are part Bishops Printers. It saves you the time, expense and jeopardy of having to coordinate multiple suppliers. Your Bishops account manager will oversee everything for you.
Can you help me design my digital printing?
Yes. If you need support with the creative side of your project, we can introduce you to our fully owned agency, The Graphic Design House.
They work with a wide range of organisations and internal design teams to create effective branding, campaigns and printed materials. Whether you need help developing a new concept, adapting and exisitng artwork or preparing designs for print, thei team can support you at every stage.
Because The Graphic Design House works closely with Bishops Printers, designs are created with print production in mind. This helps avoid common issues such as unexpected costs, production delays and artwork that doesn’t translate effectively from screen to print, ensuring a smoother path from concept to finished product.
Why choose Bishops Printers for digital printing?
Digital printing is often chosen when speed and flexibility are critical, and that’s where Bishops Printers adds value.
Our two B2 HP Indigo printers allow us to produce high-quality print quickly, making it easier to meet tight deadlines or adapt to changing requirements. Additionally, through our wholly owned mailing house, we have access to four Konica Minolta AccurioPresses, a Xerox Versant printer with booklet finisher and inkjet printing. This makes us a reliable choice for businesses that need print delivered on time without compromising on quality.
