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See the Postal Playbook’s October Winner of the Trivia Timeout.

Maintaining a clean and accurate mailing list isn’t just best practice — it’s one of the smartest ways to save on postage and printing. According to the USPS, undeliverable mail costs U.S. businesses more than $20 billion every year, and up to 15% of marketing mail never reaches its intended recipient due to outdated or inaccurate addresses.

See the Postal Playbook’s September Winner of the Trivia Timeout.

Schumann Printers is committed to keeping our customers informed of developments that may affect your business. Our international delivery partner, International Delivery Service (IDS), has shared the following important update regarding mail service to and from Canada.

As fall approaches, three of the industry’s biggest paper suppliers have announced price increases across a wide range of grades and finishes. Here’s a clear look at who’s raising what, and when it takes effect.

Our inaugural SPI Passport Summer Tour took teammates, families, and friends on a journey across Wisconsin to celebrate the people who make SPI special. At each stop, participants collected Passport stamps for entries into our grand-prize drawing at the SPI Fall Social Event—while discovering new communities and creating memories along the way. As summer draws to a close, we’re thrilled to share a look back at our final two stops.

At Schumann Printers, we’ve always believed that print is powerful. The feel of a well-crafted publication in hand, the permanence of ink on paper—these experiences connect brands with their audiences in a way nothing else can. But today’s readers move seamlessly between a magazine, a tablet, and a phone. That’s why we developed X Digital—to extend the impact of print and give your audience more ways to engage with your content.

We’re delighted to share that children of our SPI teammates have been awarded the prestigious Roosevelt Paper Scholarship this year. This recognition celebrates the hard work and aspirations of our teammates’ families and underscores the positive impact of our industry partnerships.

The SPI Summer Passport Tour made its second stop alongside the Payslie’s Pals 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser, an incredible community event supporting Angelman Syndrome research through the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST).

Schumann Printers kicked off its SPI Summer Passport Tour on June 21st with a wild and sunny start at the Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison, Wisconsin. Even with a heat wave rolling through, our SPI team and their families showed up with great energy and adventurous spirits. Guests braved the temps to collect their first official passport stamp, snap a photo with the SPI van, and take in the sights of polar bears, tortoises, monkeys, and even a badger—Wisconsin’s iconic native.

The United States Postal Service is renewing its commitment to the power of print with the 2025/2026 Catalog Insights Promotion, offering a 10% postage discount on eligible catalog mailings. This promotion not only reduces costs but also enhances customer engagement and expands the role of catalogs in omnichannel campaigns.

In a world that increasingly favors digital convenience, Substack has emerged as a powerful platform reshaping how writers, publishers, and audiences connect. For print publishers looking to expand their reach, build stronger communities, and generate additional revenue, Substack offers a modern, accessible, and complementary tool.

Effective July 13, 2025, the United States Postal Service will implement a new round of rate increases. The average across all mail classes is projected at 7.4%, affecting postage costs for businesses of all sizes. While this adjustment presents new challenges for marketers and publishers, there are also valuable incentives and promotional discounts available—especially for companies working with integrated print solutions like Schumann Printers, Inc.

At Schumann Printers, we’re proud of the work we do, and there’s no better feeling than hearing it directly from you! Whether we printed your latest catalog, brought your book project to life, or helped you meet a tight deadline, your feedback makes a real difference.

Schumann Printers, Inc., a leading commercial printer based in WI, is proud to share that we received multiple accolades at the 2025 Graphics Excellence Awards (GEAs), presented by the Great Lakes Graphics Association. This annual competition recognizes outstanding achievement in commercial printing across Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Among hundreds of submissions from top printing companies, we were honored to be recognized for the craftsmanship, consistency, and quality that define our print manufacturing services.

We’re excited to share some fresh updates you’ll definitely want to drive by and see—both Schumann Printers locations have brand-new landmark signs!

Marriage Mail is a powerful direct mail strategy where multiple advertisers combine their promotions into one shared mail piece. Think of it as a collaborative advertising bundle—typically including coupons, sales notices, or special offers—delivered to households as a single, cost-efficient item.