An A4 sheet folded twice or an A5 sheet folded once
DL
110 x 220
An A4 sheet folded twice or an A5 sheet folded once
Envelope Sealing Options
Peel and Seal (P&S)
The quick way to seal envelopes. Peel away the release tape on the flap to reveal a thick layer of adhesive. It seals instantly, provides a strong bond. The strength
of the seal does not deteriorate with age.
Press Seal (PS)
One layer of adhesive on each flap. Press them together to form a strong, instant bond. Seal strength will weaken after six months. Security slips are quite often
added so it can be clearly seen whether or not an envelope has been opened.
Gummed Seal (G)
Moisten layer of gum along the envelope flap and close.
Twin Gummed (TG)
As above but double the amount of adhesive. Provides a stronger seal.
Paper Sizes
Type
Size (mm)
A1
594 x 841
A2
420 x 594
A3
297 x 420
A4
210 x 297
* paper sizes are quoted in ISO formats
Looking After Your Paper
Points to consider regarding the storage of your paper:
Dampness - make sure you keep the paper dry, otherwise it will not feed efficiently. It is made to low moisture levels (usually 4.5%).
Wrapping-Up - keep paper in its wrapper when not in use, as it will absorb moisture otherwise.
Overheating - if the paper is stored in too dry conditions e.g. next to a radiator or in the sun, it will become over dry. This will lead to jamming.
Cold Conditions - allow the paper to reach room temperature before it is used. Ideal temperature is around 20 degrees Celsius.
Green Thinking
All the terminology can be confusing. Just how environmentally friendly is your paper? The terms below should help make things clearer:
Recycled - product is made from recycled paper.
Over 50% Recycled - made from more than 50% recycled paper content.
Under 50% Recycled - made from less than 50% recycled paper content.
Environment Benefit - the product has a recognised environmental accreditation.
Green Thinking
Which type of pen or pencil should you opt for? The most common types are detailed below:
Ball Pens - these are made from an oil-based ink which is able to resist extreme temperatures. Ball point pens are highly efficient.
Rollerballs - cone tipped rollerball pens are suitable for high volumes of handwriting, whilst the needlepoint tipped ones are suitable for detailed
writing work.
Gel Ink - offers smooth writing, places a greater amount of ink onto the page.
Fineline Pens - provides a small line width, therefore ideally suited for precision work and stencilling.
Fibre Tipped Pens - the tip is made from a synthetic fibre which is ground to a point. They provide a smooth and consistent line.
Fountain Pens - Ink flow is controlled by a precision-engineered feed and collector system which provides one of the smoothest writing performances
available.
Highlighters - use water-based ink and are refillable. The tips are chisel-shaped, which allow for a broad or fine line. Free ink highlighters usually
have a more even ink flow.
Markers - these are available with either a chisel or bullet shaped nib. The chisel tip provides wide or thin lines whilst the bullet nib offers a
consistent line width.
Pencils - the 'leads' contained within them are not made from real lead; a combination of graphite and clay are used instead. HB is the standard 'lead'.
B 'leads' provide a softer, darker line whilst the H 'leads' provide a harder, lighter line.
Mechanical Pencils - have the advantage of not needing sharpening and can be refilled.
