Royal Graphics One Year Anniversary

October 1^st, 2025, marked the one-year anniversary of Royal Graphics within the Barrie location. The merger of two companies and assimilation of the Royal way has powered growth across the board. Teams are now into their second year of effectively and efficiently working together to better serve customers including large-scale corrugated converters, smaller box makers and printed plastics manufacturers.

Great improvements made to lead times, output and customer experiences over a year of operation shapes Royal Graphics plan for future growth. The company provides flexographic print plate needs to a customer base concentrated in the GTA yet extending from Nova Scotia to Calgary.

If you are interested in a conversation or a tour to learn more, contact Steve Dane, VP of Sales, to set up a date and time.

(705) 289-910-0842 extension 103 or sdane@royalgraphics.ca

Trends in Printing – Fall 2025

Patriotic Packaging Printing

Made In Canada is a printing trend that is continuing to build momentum into the autumn.  We have seen an increase in Canadian design elements for both corrugated and plastics manufacturers. Many customers are looking for print dies that show support for local, Canadian business.

Whether helping customers revise their existing print dies to include a Canadian reference, add a flag on bottom flap print, or print new branding that boasts the Maple Leaf, it has been an interesting addition to the work that Royal Graphics does.

One of our customers said it well when describing this surge in patriotic marketing: “Having ‘Made In Canada’ on packaging at every link in the supply chain matters more today than ever before.”  And, because every Royal Graphics print plate is locally made with pride, we couldn’t agree more!

Sustainability Printing

Eco designs are another trend afoot in the packaging industry. While the recycle mark has found a spot on the bottom flaps of boxes for years now, we are seeing the design for this stamp evolve, and for some customers, get larger.  Some polybag manufacturers are looking at designs which speak to the compostable nature of the package.

These are the projects that ignite the passion and skill of Royal Graphics’ design team.  Whether it is improving an existing look or creating a concept, Renée Hall, V.P. Art Department, heads up a team of four expert designers who can help customers get the exact look that they want on their product.

Merging 2 Print Plate Companies into a New Royal Graphics

Royal Graphics opened the doors of their Barrie location in October 2024. At the time, it meant merging the staff, equipment and processes of two established print plate manufacturers. The merge happened with no production interruptions and saw deliveries to a customer base which had effectively doubled overnight!

Many months later, the operation continues to embrace change while developing a culture that leans on creativity and experience-based solutions to challenges. Because its first days and weeks included all the rigours of a unified new operating system, fine-tuning of equipment and real-time training of new staff, Royal Graphics can today consider itself as attuned to adversity as it is eager for progress.

The team will remain focused on growth, efficiency and quality.

Continued operations in designing, producing and repairing print plates make Royal Graphics a valued part of the supply stream for presses throughout the G.T.A. and beyond.

What is Happening on Any (Average) Given Day at Royal Graphics:
Jobs Quoted: 37
Print Plates Delivered: 12
Specs Designed: 24