FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 14, 2004

NPES Finishing Market Study Seeks Printer and Trade Services Input

A new industry study, funded by NPES: The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies, seeks input from printers and trade services providers such as diecutters, diemakers, foil stampers, embossers, and laminators regarding their finishing equipment. The study is being conducted jointly by Mason Consulting and PrintCom Consulting Group. Responses will be aggregated to create an industry profile. Individual responses will not be disclosed by the consultants to NPES or any vendor.

To participate in the study, request a printed copy from masonconsulting@juno.com, or access the questionnaire online at www.masonconsulting.com/finishing.

Founded in 1990, Mason Consulting provides marketing and management services to manufacturers, distributors, importers and trade associations in the graphic arts, packaging, electronics and software industries.

Mason Consulting Inc.
4020 Central Avenue
Western Springs, IL 60558-1110
Phone: 708-246-7786
Fax: 413-691-5582
E-Mail: masonconsulting@juno.com
Website URL: www.masonconsulting.com