The Paper Mill Partners
Paper Math & Specs
Beyond The Traditional Sheet
Clampitt Legacy & Operations
Envelopes, Samples, & Converting
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This flagship, ultra-bright brand (originally from International Paper) is a staple for high-quality digital and offset printing.

What is Accent Opaque?

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This common paper finish is completely smooth, unreflective, and lacks any distinct texture, making it the default choice for everyday text and reading.

What is a Vellum or Smooth finish?

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This massive product category includes banner vinyl, foam boards, and roll media designed for massive inkjet printers.

What is Wide Format?

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Walk into any Clampitt location or open a corporate delivery truck, and you will see the company's distinctive logo, which prominently features this specific, friendly mascot.

Who is Barney Fiber?

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Unlike envelopes which open on the long edge, this specific category of envelopes features the opening on the short edge and is commonly used for heavy documents.

What is a Catalog envelope?

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Known for its premium, tactile identity and corporate stationery lines, this legendary mill partner produces the iconic "Superfine" and "Cranes Co." brands.

What is Mohawk Paper?

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This is the total number of sheets found in a standard, traditional ream of paper.

What is 500 sheets?

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These specialized, multi-part papers allow a form to be duplicated when written on.

What is Carbonless Paper (or NCR)?

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Founded in 1941, this visionary businessman is the namesake and founder of the company.

Who is Max Clampitt?

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This legendary internal department at the Dallas headquarters houses thousands of shelves of loose sheets, swatches, and mockups to help designers and printers test paper before buying.

What is the Sample Room?

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If a customer is looking for ultra-premium, coated European sheet fed papers like McCoy or Silk, this is the premier mill partner they are looking for.

What is Sappi?

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This term refers to the actual thickness of a single sheet of paper, usually measured in thousandths of an inch (points or mils).

What is Caliper?

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This rugged, synthetic paper brand is waterproof, tear-resistant, and perfect for menus or outdoor maps, and it's a major specialty item in the lineup.

What is Yupo (or Polyart)?

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These specialized retail locations allow local printers, designers, and small businesses to walk in and purchase paper by the ream or carton on the spot.

What is FasClampitt.

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This specific style of envelope features a distinct square flap and is highly popular for social stationery, invitations, and greetings.

What is an Announcement envelope?

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This specialty manufacturer is the go-to partner when a customer needs high-performance pressure-sensitive roll and sheet labels, who's rep's name is Michelle Mergler.

What is Spinnaker Coating (or Mactac)?

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When calculating the weight of a square meter of paper to determine its density (often used in digital printing specs), this metric unit is used.

What is GSM (Grams per Square Meter)?

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This specific department at Clampitt provides insight with printers and design agencies on our products and ideas of how to step up the end-user's piece.

What is Business Development?

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True to its educational roots, Clampitt famously operates this unique internal program - often referred to as a "University" - designed to teach rookies, veterans, and clients alike the deep science of paper.

What is Clampitt Paper School?

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This standard envelope size, measuring 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 inches, is the undisputed king of corporate correspondence and everyday business mailings.

What is a No. 10 Envelope?

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This eco-conscious mill partner is famous for its unique textures and colors, including the "Environment" line and papers made from 100% post-consumer waste.

What is Neenah Paper?

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This example equation is used to determine this piece of information.

25x38 x 80 / 950 x 2 = 160

What is M-weight?

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When printing on dry-toner production digital presses, paper requires this specific engineering feature to prevent jamming caused by high heat and static electricity.

What is Digital Optimization? (or what is Digital)

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This highly prestigious annual internal award is given out to recognize exceptional company service, dedication, and alignment with the founding principles of the Clampitt family culture.

What is the Henry Phillips Award?

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Clampitt significantly expanded its bulk manufacturing and regional footprint by acquiring this respected, family-owned manufacturer based in Broomfield.

What is Colorado Envelope?

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