The effects of COVID-19 on the print industry

Many corporations have been forced to shut their doors for good due to the effects of COVID-19.. Fortunately, the Print industry has been spared, due to its widespread impact and enduring relevance in modern times. Minuteman Press in Stellenbosch is still open for business and we are fully geared to serve the many industries in our community. Read below for more details.

How various corporations are using print during COVID

Healthcare and medical institutes

Hospitals and medical facilities are using print for critical communications for health and safety. They are using door and window Posters providing important info, social distancing safety guidelines, “wash your hands” reminders, and employee best practices.

Food and beverage sectors

Supermarkets and restaurants are using print for curbside pickup and drive-thru directional Signs, labels and Packaging, posters, graphics, and onsite signage, restaurant Menus, posters, and window/Wall Graphics, and social distancing safety guidelines.

National protection and defence forces

First responders and military are using print for community safety posters, critical instructions and field guidelines, security clearance badges, training manuals, and uniforms.

Public health and government organisations

Government groups are using print for critical communications for government programs, election Postcards, ballots, and mailings, labels and government-issued items, posters and postcards providing public health and safety information and guidelines, and for special event and registration announcements.

Pharmaceutical companies

Pharmacies are using print for medical labels and packaging information, and instructions for the use of prescription medication.

Property and real estate companies

Here they are using print for Brochures for real estate listings, contracts and closing documents, lawn signs and yard signs, and for “Virtual Tour” Booklets and Catalogues.

Legal organisations

This industry is using print for court documents and legal notices, directional signs for buildings, safety posters and signs, and for time-sensitive communications.

Educational institutions

Teachers are using print for workbooks and curriculum guides, student manuals and educational supplies, teacher lesson Plans, report cards and test Forms, and school Calendars and schedules.

Courier and postal services

Mailing service providers are using print for Direct Mail printing – postcards, brochures, and special notices, printed Boxes and Envelopes, packaging Tape and supplies, and for shipping and Packaging Labels.

Communication organizations

Print, TV, and radio sectors are using print for community newsletters and notices, local news publications, media walls and backdrops for TV, radio, and video conferencing, and for branded items for broadcasts.

Financial institutions

Banking, insurance, and financial institutions are using print for brochures for loans and financial products, credit/debit card notices, terms and conditions, insurance claims and documents, and for Window Graphics and onsite signage for customers.

Construction companies

Here they are using print for construction site signage, public safety posters and signs, special notices, and letters to residents, and worker safety posters, signs, and guidelines.

Minuteman Press can help South African businesses rebuild

South Africa has been hit hard by the economic effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, and Minuteman Press has set in motion the “Bounce Back SA'' project. The idea behind this initiative is to support local businesses as they recover post COVID-19.

Minuteman Press, Stellenbosch, is at your service. We offer a wide range of services in the printing industry including:

brand identity
Copies
digital printing
embossing
finishes
foil stamping
folding
graphic design
Infographics
laser engraving
lead generation
list acquisition
Logo Design
personalised URLs
photo enlarging
QR Codes, scanning
strategic consulting
Variable Data
vehicle wrap
Website Design

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