THE ENVELOPE BOOK
The Envelope Book Envelopes are just one of our many products. To view the hundreds of items in the CJPW portfolio, including brochures, booklets, annual reports, newsletters, posters, stationery, three-ring binders, perfect bound and case-bound books, go to www.cjpw.com/ samples.htm. Regardless of the product, you and your staff will be treated with the degree of courtesy and professionalism CJPW customers have come to expect. We invite your inquiries. Christopher John/The Printworks, Inc. (CJPW) 212-243-0400 www.cjpw.com Price $10.95 PRINTED IN USA 2013
THE ENVELOPE BOOK THE ENVELOPE BOOK is a publication of CHRISTOPHER JOHN / THE PRINTWORKS, INC. / CJPW PRINTED IN USA 2013 EDITION SECOND PRINTING Not responsible for typographical errors or omissions. Please note that some items may not be available at any given time and quantity minimums may apply to certain styles and sizes. 2013 Christopher John/The Printworks, Inc. (CJPW)
Forward Everyday, from the moment you open your mail to the end of the day when you leave the Fedex in the lobby, you handle an envelope of some type. While there have been a few booklets published about envelopes, they are not often circulated to the people who need them. If you re a graphic designer, print buyer, business owner or simply need to check envelope specifications, you ll find this information helpful. Many of the envelopes listed here are stock items, but there is no limit to what can be created. It is possible to manufacture a custom size envelope, on any stock, printed in any combination of colors and in virtually any shape, providing a) the budget will allow b) it conforms to USPS postal standards, and c) minimum quantity requirements are met We hope the information presented in this booklet will help you more fully comprehend the hundreds of envelopes currently available. If you can t find what you re looking, give us a call and we ll do our best to assist you. 2 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Table of contents 27 Airmail 38 Hotels 4 Anatomy of an envelope 13 Informals 26 Announcement 22 Interdepartmental 32 Aspect ratio 35 International standards (ISO) 18 A-Style 36 International A-Series envelopes 26 Bank 37 International A-Series papers 26 Baronial 20 Jumbo open end 8 Basis weights 21 Kost-Kut 16 Booklet 31 Laser printing on envelopes 34 BRM sample formats 28 Latex-seal catalog 33 Business Reply Mail 32 Mailing considerations 35 Business reply formats 6 Minimums (for converting) 19 Catalog 19 Open end 5 Choosing an envelope 8 Paper types 23 Clasp 29 Peel and seal 30 Coin/Pay 6 Printing on envelopes 12 Commercial 28 Proxy 6 Converting envelopes 21 Remittance 7 Custom envelopes 8 Scheduling 8 Dimensions 10 Seam styles 15 Display window 11 Sealing styles and closures 25 Document 27 Self-sealing 5 Envelope planning 22 Side seam 10 Envelope seams 13 Square flap 7 Envelope size determination 17 Squares 31 Expansion 21 Two-way mailer 24 First-class mailers 25 Tyvek 9 Flap styles 32 USPS guidelines 2 Forward 14 Window 6 Gripper and bleed 15 Window positions THE ENVELOPE BOOK 3
Envelope anatomy So many of us are not totally familiar with envelope sizes, shapes and configurations even though we handle them frequently. The illustrations detail the major parts of an envelope, useful information especially when discussing envelope fabrication. Seal Adhesive Seal Flap Front or Face Shoulder(s) Throat Side Flaps / Side Seam Bottom Flap Bottom Flap Open End Envelope (OE) - center seam The opening and seal flap are located on the short dimension. Suitable for hand insertion. Larger open end envelopes are also called Catalogs. Open Side Envelope (OS) - side seam The opening and seal flap are located on the long dimension. Suitable for automatic or hand insertion. Larger open side envelopes are also called Booklets. 4 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Choosing the right envelope It is the envelope, like a business card, that conveys a first impression of your company. Keep this in mind when planning a project. Your envelope will have considerable impact on the presentation of your total package. In fact, all manner of correspondence, particularly direct mail where the open rate is critical, depend on the appearance of the outer envelope its paper color, texture, printing, window position, size, and shape. Start planning at the end Interestingly enough, the designer should actually work backwards when planning a mailing since the envelope will dictate both the flat and folded size of the enclosure(s). Shape, paper color and paper stock will dictate a stock envelope or an envelope that may require converting. Consider the contents Thought should be given at the outset to both size and total weight with the contents to assure a correctly prepared envelope. The thickness of the envelope with its contents inserted will impact size choices as well as postage costs. Make a dummy, test it, and weigh it! This booklet contains many of the more common styles specified by print buyers, designers, and purchasing agents. To request additional information on envelope specifics, diagrams, styles, sizes, etc., call your CJPW representative. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 5
Printing and converting envelopes The nature of envelope manufacturing operations make it difficult to create envelopes that are perfectly square. Because of this, printing on ready-made envelopes requires a great deal of care. Gripper and bleed Printing a return address or corner-card in the upper left corner or on the back flap is standard. Some small bleed areas may be OK (such as a rule or bar), but in most instances, allowance must be made for gripper, about 3/8 clear area on the short side. If you re not sure, check with CJPW ahead of time. Envelope converting If the design includes heavy solids, such as a flap or side with full bleed or when a special text or coated paper or special size is desired, chances are the envelope will have to be printed on a flat sheet and converted. Minimums Envelope conversions normally require a minimum run of 5,000 pieces. However, as little as 500 envelopes can be converted, but at higher unit cost since final gluing and finishing is done manually. Stationery suite with converted No 10 Envelope 6 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Custom envelopes Custom stationery suites (letterhead, envelope, business card) are often designed with uniquely printed and configured envelopes. CJPW can manufacture many types of envelopes, including those requiring custom flaps or special window positions. In addition to converting, many custom envelopes require offset printing in combination with other processes like embossing, engraving, foil stamping and thermography, all of which are offered at CJPW. Shown below is a custom stationery suite featuring a No. 10 envelope with a full bleed flap. Stationery suite with No 10 printed with full bleed flap. DETERMINING ENVELOPE SIZE FROM THE ENCLOSURE SIZE To determine the length of an envelope: Measure length of enclosure, add 1/2 plus thickness of enclosure To determine the width of an envelope: Measure width of enclosure, add 1/4 plus thickness of enclosure THE ENVELOPE BOOK 7
For your information Scheduling The envelopes shown in this booklet are considered by most standards to be stock products. More often than not, they are available within normal delivery times, plain or printed. However, due to standing orders, manufacturing conditions, paper availabilities and production schedules, some styles may be temporarily out of stock at the time of order. Please call ahead and check availabilities for your specific envelope. Paper stock Envelopes are made on many types of paper including white and color woves; krafts in white, brown, gray, manila; recycled papers, sulphites, translucents, text grades, opaques, bonds and writing grades. The most common envelope paper is 24 lb white wove, the industry standard. This paper is approximately equivalent in bulk to a 60 lb offset sheet. 28 lb white wove will bulk to about the thickness of a 70 lb offset sheet, and 32 lb approximates an 80 lb offset. Making envelopes on paper heavier than 80 lb requires special handling. Envelope dimensions Sizes listed are inches with the shortest dimension first. Designations depend in part on the location of the opening and the seal flap (see page 4). Basis weights Envelopes listed without a basis weight designation can be assumed to be 24 lb white wove stock. In some cases, the basis weight of a particular envelope will increase along with the overall envelope size. Check with CJPW if you have a question about specific basis weights. 8 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Flap styles Pointed Elegant, traditional, more formal. A flap style found on baronial, greeting card and social stationery envelopes. Square* A-square envelope with the same dimension on all four sides and a square flap. Has a large area for design on flap. Contemporary. Wallet Standard on most booklet, catalog and specialty commercial envelopes. Most costeffective for automatic insertion and laser equipment processing. Commercial Standard on correspondence envelopes for business and commercial use. OK for automatic inserting, postal applications and lasering. Mailpoint Common on open end or catalog envelopes. This flap is being replaced by the wallet flap. *Does not conform to USPS aspect ratio and requires additional postage to mail first class. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 9
Seam styles Diagonal seams Well-suited for mechanical insertion and lasering. A common style for announcements and commercial envelopes. Side seams Ideal when printing on either front or back without seam interference. Common on booklets, commercials and square flap envelopes. Center seams Many open end and catalog envelopes are made with a center seam which adds strength for heavier inserts. Not for machine inserting or lasering operations. Single side seam Seam is parallel to edge of envelope. Open end style envelopes may employ this method. Gives full print freedom on both sides. Not recommended for machine insertion. 10 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Sealing styles and closures Seal adhesive (gum) Activated by moistening Simple-Seal Self-adhering latex adhesive on two surfaces that seal on contact. Clasp Double-pronged metal clasp. Certain printing and automatic machine processing limitations due to clasp interference. Button and string Tie-down closure for repeated use. Certain printing limitations due to presence of bulky material. Latex seal Self-adhering latex adhesive on two surfaces that seal on contact. Not for automatic insertion. Flaps extended with adhesive exposed. Peel and Seal A release tape liner applied over a resin adhesive. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 11
Commercial envelope Commercial envelopes carry business and personal correspondence such as letterheads, invoices, statements, checks, writing stationery and some direct marketing mailings. The standard No. 10 normally accompanies an 8 1 2 x 11 letterhead that has been folded in thirds. These envelopes open on the long side and have diagonal seams. They are ideally suited for machine insertion, lasering and postal applications. Most are available in 24 lb and 28 lb and some larger sizes in 32 lb weights. Many paper mills make the No. 10 to match their text papers. Basis weights for these products are normally 70 or 80 lb text. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 6 1 4 3 1 2 x 6 3 1/4 x 5 3/4 6 3/4* 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 3 1/2 x 6 1/4 7 3/4** 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 3 3/4 x 7 1/4 Monarch*** 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 3 3/4 x 7 1/4 9* T 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 3 3/4 x 8 5/8 10* T 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 4 x 9 1/4 11 4 1/2 x 10 3/8 4 1/4 x 10 1/8 12 4 3/4 x 11 4 1/2 x 10 3/4 14 5 x 11 1/2 4 3/4 x 11 1/4 *Available in 20 lb pink, blue, canary, green, ivory and grey. T Available as tinted envelopes: If desired, tints are printed in black on the inside of the envelope for increased opacity and security. Custom tints and colors are available in minimum quantity runs. **Commercial flap ***Pointed flap 12 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Square flap envelope A contemporary flap style. This envelope is often part of a corporate stationery suite when a more elegant look is desired. Especially suited for engraving, thermography and offset, but not recommended for automatic insertion. Works well for lasering operations. Most paper mills offer the more expensive square flap style along with the standard commercial flap envelope. Reference # Envelope Size Enclosure Size Monarch SF 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 3 3/4 x 7 1/4 9 SF 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 3 3/4 x 8 5/8 10 SF 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 4 x 9 1/4 Available in 24 lb and 28 lb weights. SF=Square flap Above envelopes were engraved on 28 lb Cranes Crest Natural Wove with oatmeal tissue liners. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 13
Window envelope Window envelopes save on addressing Window envelopes eliminate the need to address the face of the envelope since the addressee on the inserted piece shows through the window. Custom-made window envelopes The window envelopes listed here are stock items. However, envelopes can be manufactured with the window in almost any size and position. Item Envelope Size Standard Window Size 6 1/4 3 1/2 x 6 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 6 3/4 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7 3 3/4 x 6 3/4 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 Monarch 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7 3/4 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 8 5/8 Check 3 5/8 x 8 5/8 1 x 4 9 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 10 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 11 4 1/2 x 10 3/8 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 12 4 3/4 x 11 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 14 5 x 11 1/2 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 Most styles also available with open window (no poly). All stock windows have small radius corners and poly windows. 14 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Window envelope (cont) Standard window positions and sizes from from Item Envelope Size Window Size Left Bottom 6 3/4 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7/8 1/2 7 3 3/4 x 7 3/4 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7/8 1/2 7 3/4 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7/8 1/2 Check 3 5/8 x 8 5/8 1 x 4 1 3/4 9 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7/8 1/2 10 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7/8 1/2 11 4 1/2 x 10 3/8 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7/8 1/2 12 4 3/4 x 11 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7/8 1/2 14 5 x 11 1/2 1 1/8 x 4 1/2 7/8 1/2 NOTE: When planning a custom position window envelope, have your special design approved by the USPS. The Postal Service recommends allowing 5/8 clear space from the bottom edge of any window for bar code placement (see page 32). Display window This envelope features a large window centered on the face. Can be used for mailing promotional literature or other materials and will help create attention by partially displaying a message or image. Item Envelope Size Window Size 6 x 9 4 x 7 9 x 12 7 x 9 3/4 THE ENVELOPE BOOK 15
Booklet envelope The booklet envelope is a favorite for sales literature, annual reports and a variety of printed collateral materials. Enclosures are easily inserted by hand or machine, since the flap is on the long dimension. This feature distinguishes the open side (OS) booklet envelope from the open end envelope (OE). Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 3 4 3/4 x 6 1/2 4 1/2 x 6 4 1/2 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 5 1/4 x 7 5 5 1/2 x 8 1/8 5 1/4 x 7 5/8 6 5 3/4 x 8 7/8 5 1/2 x 8 3/8 6 1/2 6 x 9 5 3/4 x 8 1/2 6 5/8 6 x 9 1/2 5 3/4 x 9 6 3/4 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 6 1/4 x 9 7 1/4 7 x 10 6 3/4 x 9 1/2 7 1/2 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 7 1/4 x 10 9 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 8 1/2 x 11 9 1/2 9 x 12 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 10 9 1/2 x 12 5/8 9 1/4 x 12 1/8 13 10 x 13 9 3/4 x 12 1/2 Some larger booklets are available in 28 lb white wove, 28 lb and 32 lb white, brown, blue and grey kraft. Please inquire. 16 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Square envelope Although it does not conform to the Postal Service aspect ratio formula, it is often specified by designers because of its uniform, clean presentation. Be advised that mailings will incur a postage surcharge. Squares work well for announcements, booklets and special promotions. Not suitable for automatic insertion. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 4 1/2 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 4 1/4 x 4 1/4 5 5 x 5 4 3/4 x 4 3/4 5 1/2 5 1/2 x 5 1/2 5 1/4 x 5 1/4 6 6 x 6 5 3/4 x 5 3/4 6 1/2 6 1/2 x 6 1/2 6 1/4 x 6 1/4 7 7 x 7 6 3/4 x 6 3/4 7 1/2 7 1/2 x 7 1/2 7 1/4 x 7 1/4 8 8 x 8 7 3/4 x 7 3/4 8 1/2 8 1/2 x 8 1/2 8 1/4 x 8 1/4 9 9 x 9 8 3/4 x 8 3/4 9 1/2 9 1/2 x 9 1/2 9 1/4 x 9 1/4 13 1/2 13 1/2 x 13 1/2 13 1/4 x 13 1/4 Note that paper stock choices in this style are limited. Most sizes are 28 lb white wove stock. Any size square envelope on any stock can be manufactured. Call us with your specifications. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 17
A-Style envelope NARROWFOLD CARD BROADFOLD CARD FRENCH FOLD SHEET Three styles of folded enclosures for use with A-Style envelopes. A single-panel card can be printed on a matching cover stock, making an elegant presentation. For announcements, small booklets and business announcements, the A series envelope is very popular. This style is available in many offset and text grades including vellums, natural and color translucents, patterns and acetates. A series envelopes come in several weights including 60 lb, 70 lb and 80 lb text. The square flap is approximtely 2 deep. Item Envelope Size Single Card Enclosure Size A-2 4 3/8 x5 3/4 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 A-6 4 3/4 x 6 1/2 4 5/8 x 6 1/4 A-7 5 1/4 x 7 1/4 5 1/8 x 7 A-8 5 1/2 x 8 1/8 5 3/8 x 7 7/8 Slimline 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 3 3/4 x 8 5/8 A-10 6 x 9 1/2 5 7/8 x 9 1/4 This series is available in several text papers including translucents, vellums, metallics, clear acetate, patterns and colors. Please inquire. 18 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Open end envelope Open ends have the opening on the short dimension. Used for magazines and large booklets, as the gummed flap provides protection for heavier contents. This envelope cannot be processed through automatic inserting equipment. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 7 glove 4 x 6 3/8 3 3/4 x 5 7/8 8 glove 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 3 5/8 x 7 10 policy 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 3 7/8 x 9 11 policy 4 1/2 x 10 3/8 4 1/4 x 9 7/8 12 policy 4 3/4 x 11 4 1/2 x 10 1/2 14 policy 5 x 11 1/2 4 3/4 x 11 1 scarf 4 5/8 x 6 3/4 4 3/8 x 6 1/4 3 scarf 5 x 7 1/2 4 3/4 x 7 4 1/4 scarf 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 5 1/4 x 7 6 scarf 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 5 1/4 x 7 3/4 1 catalog* 6 x 9 5 3/4 x 8 1/2 1 3/4 catalog* 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 6 1/4 x 9 3 catalog* 7 x 10 6 3/4 x 9 1/2 6 catalog* 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 7 1/4 x 10 8 1/2 catalog 8 1/2 x 10 1/2 8 1/4 x 10 9 3/4 catalog* 8 3/4 x 11 1/4 8 1/2 x 10 3/4 10 1/2 catalog* 9 x 12 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 12 1/2 catalog* 9 1/2 x 12 1/2 9 1/4 x 12 13 1/2 catalog* 10 x 13 9 3/4 x 12 1/2 14 1/2 catalog* 11 1/2 x 14 1/2 11 1/4 x 14 15 catalog* 10 x 15 9 3/4 x 14 1/2 15 1/2 catalog* 12 x 15 1/2 11 3/4 x 15 All above except 9 3/4 catalog are 28 lb brown kraft. *Available in 28 lb grey kraft. Some sizes available in 24 or 28 lb white wove. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 19
Jumbo open end envelope Most requested by graphic studios, ad agencies, architects, engineers, photographers and hospitals. Special note Envelope Size Enclosure Size Gummed flap only 10 x 18 9 3/4 x 17 1/2 11 x 17 10 3/4 x 16 1/2 12 x 17 11 3/4 x 16 1/2 No gum, no clasp 12 1/2 x 16 12 1/4 x 15 1/2 12 1/2 x 18 1/2 12 1/4 x 18 13 x 17 12 3/4 x 16 1/2 13 x 19 12 3/4 x 18 1/2 13 1/2 x 13 1/2 13 1/4 x 13 14 x 16 13 3/4 x 15 1/2 14 x 18 13 3/4 x 1 7 1/2 14 x 21 13 3/4 x 20 1/2 15 x 18 14 3/4 x 17 1/2 15 x 20 14 3/4 x 19 1/2 Gummed flap only 15 x 22 14 3/4 x 21 1/2 16 x 20 15 3/4 x 19 1/2 17 x 22 16 3/4 x 21 1/2 18 x 23 17 3/4 x 22 1/2 19 x 26 18 3/4 x 25 1/2 No gum, no clasp 20 x 25 19 3/4 x 24 1/2 22 x 27 21 3/4 x 26 1/2 24 x 30* 23 3/4 x 29 1/2 24 x 36* 23 3/4 x 35 1/2 Unless noted, 28 lb brown kraft, gum flap and clasp. Not all sizes in all stocks are available at all times. Please call CJPW for availabilities. *32 lb brown kraft 20 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Two-way mailer (Kost Kut) The top panel of the Two-way mailer is perforated just above the glue flap of the envelope. The front of the large flap can be printed with a message, detached at the perforation, inserted in the envelope and sealed. Item Envelope Size Overall Open Size 6 3/4 4 1/8 x 6 1/2 8 3/8 x 6 1/2 9 4 1/4 x 8 7/8 8 3/8 x 8 7/8 Perforated flap is 4 in height. Combination statement and return-remittance A return envelope with large printing surface, ideal for mail order, subscriptions, donations, coupons and general remittance needs. Frequently used as one element in a solicitation mailing. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 6 1 4 3 1 2 x 6 3 1/4 x 5 3/4 6 3/4 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 3 1/2 x 6 1/4 9 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 3 3/4 x 8 5/8 THE ENVELOPE BOOK 21
Side-seam envelope Clean lines and side seams make this envelope a good choice when the printing will be covering a larger area. A unique tapered seal flap adds a pleasing visual element and helps give this product a modern, contemporary look. Performs well in automatic inserting machines. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 6 1/4 3 1/2 x 6 3 1/4 x 5 3/4 6 3/4 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 3 1/2 x 6 1/4 7 3/4 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 3 3/4 x 7 1/4 9 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 3 3/4 x 8 5/8 10 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 4 x 9 1/4 Inter-departmental envelope INTER-DEPARTMENT MAIL INTER-DEPARTMENT MAIL Catalog-style open end envelopes for inter-office use. Ungummed flap, imprinted route listing. Available plain or with button and string closure. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size No. 11 4 1/2 x 10 3/8 4 1/4 x 10 1/8 10 x 13 10 x 13 9 3/4 x 12 1/2 22 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Clasp envelope The clasp envelope is based on the open end style envelope with the addition of a metal clasp. The clasp helps keep the contents secure. Inserted by hand and not suitable for machine inserting. Note that there are printing limitations due to the metal clasp. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 15 4 x 6 3/8 3 3/4 x 5 7/8 25 4 5/8 x 6 3/4 4 3/8 x 6 1/4 35 5 x 7 1/2 4 3/4 x 7 40 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 5 1/4 x 7 55* 6 x 9 5 3/4 x 8 1/2 63* 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 6 1/4 x 9 68* 7 x 10 6 3/4 x 9 1/2 75* + 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 7 1/4 x 10 90* + 9 x 12 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 93* + 9 1/2 x 12 1/2 9 1/4 x 12 97* + 10 x 13 9 3/4 x 12 1/2 98* + 10 x 15 9 3/4 x 14 1/2 105* + 11 1/2 x 14 1/2 11 1/4 x 14 110* + 12 x 15 1/2 11 3/4 x 15 All items are 28 lb brown kraft. *Available in 28 lb grey kraft and 32 lb jute. + Available in 32 lb grey kraft. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 23
First-class mailers - open end First Class Mail First Class Mail These catalog-style envelopes are printed with a green diamond border and First Class legend to expedite handling. Available with regular gum flap, latex seal and Strip n Grip. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size First-class 9 x 12 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 First-class 9 1/2 x 12 1/2 9 1/4 x 12 First-class 10 x 13 9 3/4 x 12 1/2 All sizes available in 28 lb white or brown kraft. First-class mailers - open end A booklet style envelope printed with diamond borders and First Class in color to expedite mailing. For reports, manuscripts, brochures, other flat collaterals. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 7 1/4 x 10 9 x 12 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 24 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Document envelope Open side with two outside seams for easy inserting. Features heavily gummed four-inch flap for content security. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 9 x 12* 8 3/4 x 11 3/4 9 1/2 x 12 9 1/4 x 11 1/2 9 1/2 x 12 1/2 9 1/4 x 12 10 x 13* 9 3/4 x 12 1/2 10 x 15* + 9 3/4 x 14 1/2 All above 40 lb brown kraft. *Available in 28 lb brown kraft. + Available in 28 lb white kraft. Tyvek Open end and booklet envelopes made from 14 lb lightweight Tyvek, a puncture, tear and abrasion-resistant material that is 100% recyclable. Item Envelope Size 6 x 9 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 9 x 12* 9 1/2 x 12 1/2 Item Envelope Size 10 x 13* 10 x 15* 11 1/2 x 14 1/2* 12 x 15 1/2* *Also available with First Class border. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 25
Announcement envelope (Baronial, Bank) For announcements, invitation suites, change of address notices. Sometimes referred to as baronials, the envelopes have pointed flaps. The card enclosure can be plain or with an embossed panel. Not recommended for automatic insertion. Item Envelope Size Card Size Panel Margin Gladstone 3 9/16 x 5 9/16 3 3/8 x 5 3/8 1/2 4 Baronial 3 5/8 x 5 1/8 3 1/2 x 4 7/8 1/2 21 4 x 5 15/16 3 7/8 x 5 3/4 1/2 5 Baronial 4 1/8 x 5 5/8 4 x 5 1/4 1/2 53 4 1/8 x 6 1/4 4 x 6 1/2 5 1/2 Baronial 4 3/8 x 5 3/4 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 1/2 6 Baronial 4 3/4 x 6 1/2 4 5/8 x 6 1/4 5/8 110 5 x 7 1/4 4 3/4 x 7 3/4 Lee 5 1/4 x 7 1/4 5 1/8 x 7 5/8 137 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 5 1/4 x 8 1/4 3/4 Don t see the envelope you re looking for? CJPW can furnish virtually any envelope imaginable. Custom envelopes can be manufactured on any stock, including offsets, texts, coateds and translucents. Your special envelope can be printed on one or two sides, in any color including PMS matches or four-color process, with windows in almost any position. Give us a call with your ideas! 26 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Self-sealing envelope Self-sealing envelopes have latex* glue applied to two surfaces and seal on contact. To facilitate printing, they come with the flaps folded down. For small businesses, professionals and personal stationery. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 6 3/4 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 3 1/2 x 6 1/4 10 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 4 x 9 1/4 10 Tinted 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 4 x 9 1/4 Also available with standard position window. *NOTE: Latex glues have a short shelf life so order prudently. Air mail envelope For international mail, made from 13 lb lightweight papers, printed with red and blue borders and air mail legends. Tinted inside for opacity. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 6 3/4 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 3 1/2 x 6 1/4 7 3/4 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 3 3/4 x 7 1/4 9 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 3 3/4 x 8 5/8 10 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 4 x 9 1/4 THE ENVELOPE BOOK 27
Latex seal envelope This envelope is similar to a catalog but with latex gum strips on the body and flap. The flap seals on closure without moistening. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 1 catalog 6 x 9 5 3/4 x 8 1/2 6 catalog 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 7 1/4 x 10 10 1/2 catalog* 9 x 12 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 12 1/2 catalog* 9 1/2 x 12 1/2 9 1/4 x 12 13 1/2 catalog* 10 x 13 9 3/4 x 12 1/2 15 catalog 10 x 15 9 3/4 x 14 1/2 14 1/2 catalog 11 1/2 x 14 1/2 11 1/4 x 14 15 1/2 catalog 12 x 15 1/2 11 3/4 x 15 28 lb brown kraft. *Available in 28 lb white wove. Proxy envelope Designed for mailing annual reports and proxy statements. Works well with inserting equipment. Has poly window on face and statement pocket. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 28 lb white kraft 9 x 12 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 28 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Peel and seal envelope (open end) Flap seals on contact without moistening after the tape liner is removed. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 1 catalog 6 x 9 5 3/4 x 8 1/2 1 3/4 catalog 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 6 1/4 x 9 6 catalog 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 7 1/4 x 10 10 1/2 catalog 9 x 12 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 12 1/2 catalog 9 1/2 x 12 1/2 9 1/4 x 12 13 1/2 catalog 10 x 13 9 3/4 x 12 1/2 15 catalog 10 x 15 9 3/4 x 14 1/2 14 1/2 catalog 11 1/2 x 14 1/2 11 1/4 x 14 15 1/2 catalog 12 x 15 1/2 11 3/4 x 15 Available in 28 lb white wove and 28 lb brown kraft Peel and seal envelope (open side) Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 10 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 4 x 9 1/4 9 1/2 Booklet 9 x 12 8 3/4 x 11 3/4 10 Booklet 9 1/2 x 12 5/8 9 1/4 x 12 3/8 Available in 28 lb white wove and 28 lb brown kraft THE ENVELOPE BOOK 29
Coin pay envelope A small envelope for coins and small parts. This item is not mailable. Item Envelope Size Enclosure Size 00* 1 11/16 x 2 3/4 1 7/16 x 2 1/2 1 2 1/4 x 3 1/2 2 x 3 1/4 2 Pay* 2 1/2 x 4 1/4 2 1/4 x 4 3 2 1/2 x 4 1/4 2 1/4 x 4 4 3 x 4 1/2 2 3/4 x 4 1/4 4 1/2 3 x 4 7/8 2 3/4 x 4 5/8 5 2 7/8 x 5 1/4 2 5/8 x 5 5 1/2 3 1/8 x 5 1/2 2 7/8 x 5 1/4 6 3 3/8 x 6 3 1/8 x 5 3/4 7 3 1/2 x 6 1/2 3 1/4 x 6 1/4 Available in 24 lb white wove, 28 lb brown kraft or 28 lb manila. *24 lb white wove only. 30 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
Expansion envelope Expansion envelopes are made to order. Call CJPW for information. A-Jumbo B-Open-Side, Box-Bottom C-Open-Side, Box-Bottom (W) Wallet D-Open-End, Bag-Bottom (V-Style) E-Open-Side, Bag-Bottom (V-Style) F-Bank Statement (Window & Pocket) G-Open-Side, Document H-Flat Safety Fold I-Security Mailer Minimum expansion 1 Maximum expansion 4 Closure can be with regular gum, latex gum, or peel and seal. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 31
USPS mail considerations If your envelope is being designed with special graphics and/or type treatments, dark color inks or solids, or with copy appearing in special positions on the face of the envelope, you ll want to check its mailabililty with the US Postal Service. Dark colored papers or unique materials and/or sizes can also be rejected for mail delivery by the USPS. Check before you print. The illustration below shows the accepted placement for the various elements of an envelope or mailpiece. 50% OF LENGTH 33% OF HEIGHT RETURN ADDRESS AREA 1 /2 2 3 /4 OCR READ AREA (POSITION ADDRESS BLOCK IN THIS AREA) 1 /2 BARCODE CLEAR ZONE 5 /4 * Diagram of mailpiece clear zones So your mail can be accurately processed on automated mail processing equipment, it is important to follow accepted standards for mail piece design and formatting. Your envelope must be both machinable and readable by optical character readers (OCR s). Machinable means that the mailpiece itself is the correct size, shape and thickness; readable means that the address information is formatted and positioned correctly, the point size of the type is sufficient and in the right place on the face of the mail panel. If in doubt, consult a mailpiece design analyst at your nearest Postal Business Center or log-on to www.usps.commailpiece design. Aspect ratio (letter-size mail) Aspect ratio is the relationship of the mailpiece length to its width. To qualify for automated rates, mail must have a 1.5 aspect ratio. Mail not within these dimensions is subject to a surcharge. You can request a template from your postal representative or visit www.usps.com. 4 3 /4 * 32 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
USPS Business Reply Mail - Envelopes Business Reply Mail (BRM) allows a mailer to distribute preprinted First-Class Mail reply pieces to customers. The mailer, not the customer, pays the return postage. The Postal Service collects postage only on pieces that customers actually send back to the mailer. This allows mailers to save postage costs on large volumes of distributed reply pieces when a response is not assured. BRM is appropriate when your customer needs a little extra inducement to reply - in other words, the response or its timing is not certain. This type of reply mail is frequently used by direct marketers seeking to encourage orders, researchers needing survey responses, or magazine publishers soliciting subscriptions. With BRM mail, your customer does not pay the return postage, does not have to supply a postcard or envelope, and does not need to put an address on the mailpiece. BRM is subject to strict standards for format, markings, and addressing. The following page shows the accepted format. You will find digitally-prepared templates on the USPS web site that meet all Postal Service standards. The more common size envelopes for Business Reply Mail use are as follows: Item # Envelope Size Enclosure Size 6 1 4 3 1 2 x 6 3 1/4 x 5 3/4 6 1/2 3 9/16 x 6 1/4 3 5/16 x 6 6 3/4 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 3 1/2 x 6 1/4 7 3 3/4 x 6 3/4 3 5/8 x 6 5/8 7 3/4 3 7/8 x 7 1/2 3 3/4 x 7 1/4 9 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 3 3/4 x 8 5/8 10 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 4 x 9 1/4 The minimum dimensions for a BRM envelope are 3 1/2 x 5 and the maximum permitted size is 6 1/8 x 11 1/2 inches. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 33
USPS Business Reply Mail sample formats No 9 BRM format - 3 7/8 x 8 7/8 NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE No 6 3/4 BRM format - 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 USPS BRM Template #9 Envelope 3-7/8" x 8-7/8" Instructions Layer Working Layer Dimensions Layer January 2001 Platform: Macintosh Application: Adobe Illustrator File Name: bm9.ai BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES The United States Post Office (USPS) will provide customers, on request, USPS BRM Template #6-3/4 Envelope 3-5/8" x 6-1/2" Instructions Layer Working Layer Dimensions Layer January 2001 Platform: Macintosh Application: Adobe Illustrator File Name: bm634.ai with digital files that include the mailer s permit number along with the required FIM code, horizontal bar graphics, etc. For full details, go to USPS.com. The minimum dimensions for a BRM envelope are 3 1/2 x 5 and the maximum permitted size is 6 1/8 x 11 1/2 inches. 34 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) International standard ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 269 defines several standard envelope sizes (the C series), which are designed for use with ISO 216 standard paper sizes (the A series). The German standard DIN 678 defines a similar list of envelope formats. The A-series consists of a logical set of paper sizes. The largest size (A0) measures one square meter. The height/width ratio remains constant (1:1.41) for all sizes. This means you get the A1 size by folding an A0 paper in two along its shortest side. Then fold the A1 size in two to get an A2 size paper, and so on A-sizes are used to define the finished paper size in commercial printing: A4 is for office documents, A5 is for notepads and A6 is for postcards. Paper and envelope sizes for both the A series papers and C series envelopes are listed on the following two pages. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 35
ISO 216 Standard Paper Sizes (A series) Item Approximate Inches** Metric (mm) A0 33 1/8 x 46 3/4 841 x 1189 A1 23 3/8 x 33 1/8 594 x 841 A2 16 1/2 x 23 3/8 594 x 420 A3 11 3/4 x 16 1/2 420 x 297 A4* 8 1/4 x 11 11/16 297 x 210 A5 5 7/8 x 8 1/4 210 x 148 A6 4 1/8 x 5 7/8 148 x 105 A7 2 7/8 x 4 1/8 105 x 74 A8 2 x 2 7/8 74 x 52 A9 1 1/2 x 2 37 x 52 A10 1 x 1 1/2 26 x 37 *A4 is the European standard size for a letterhead. **Rounded to nearest 18. 36 THE ENVELOPE BOOK - A PUBLICATION OF CJPW 212 243 0400
ISO 269 Standard Envelope Sizes (C series) This envelope series was designed to accommodate ISO A size papers. Metric measurements are the finished envelope size. Inch measurements are approximate (calculated at 25.4 mm = 1 inch and rounded off). Item Approximate Inches** Metric (mm) C0 36 1/8 x 51 1/2 917 x 1297 C1 25 1/2 x 36 1/8 648 x 917 C2 18 x 25 1/2 458 x 648 C3 12 3/4 x 18 324 x 458 C4 9 x 12 3/4 229 x 324 C5 6 3/8 x 9 162 x 229 C6 4 1/2 x 6 3/8 114 x 162 C7 3 1/4 x 4 1/2 81 x 114 DL* 4 5/16 x 8 11/16 110 x 220 Although DL is not part of the ISO C series, it is a very widely used standard size. DL, probably at one time the abbreviation of DIN Lang (Deutsche Industrie Norm, Long), is now identified as Dimension Lengthwise by ISO 269. *DL is the European standard size for an envelope, designed to fit their standard A4 letterhead (see previous page). **Rounded to nearest 1/8 THE ENVELOPE BOOK 37
Christopher John / The Printworks (CJPW) For a non-obligation quotation on a printing or fulfillment project please contact us directly at 212-243-0400 or fax your specifications to 212-243-1057. The CJPW Hotel Brochure Attention hotel, resort and lodging print buyers: Call the CJPW office to receive this 24 page colorful brochure with pictures of hundreds of specialty products including keypackets, menus and menu covers, restaurant collateral, stationery and many others. You can also log on at www.cjpw.com/hotel to see the entire hotel portfolio. THE ENVELOPE BOOK 38
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