RR Donnelley feature in Business Week “RR Donnelley: Where Print Still Fits” was the headline in a recent  online “Business Week” article by J. Duncan Moore. The article  begins, “If the future of print media is dim, the outlook for the companies that actually press ink onto paper must be even darker. Newspapers are collapsing, magazines are losing advertisers, direct mail has morphed into spam, and even books may be threatened by portable electronic readers. Short-term trends—namely the economy’s skid—only add to the sense of doom.” The article continues on to extol the virtues of the industry’s largest printing company, but it’s this lead-in that reminds us that we continuously have to prompt print buyers of the relevancy of print.  For entire article, click here  McCLUNG INSTALLS NEW PRINTING PRESS Heidelberg Speedmaster CD 74 has high level of automation (Waynesboro, VA) The McClung Companies has installed a new printing press in its recently constructed M.E. Huffman Building. It is a state-of-the-art Heidelberg Speedmaster CD 74 press with five color units and an aqueous coater. The CD 74 has high levels of automation with special controls to monitor color quality and reduce make-ready. Its most important feature is AxisControl, which allows presetting of the ink fountains from a digital file sent by the prepress department. It also has a "closed loop" inking system which maintains ink levels throughout the print run. These award-winning features give precise color control from the first approval sheet to the last sheet of the run. "This new press is an exceptional piece of equipment," noted Dave Perkins, McClung general manager and vice president. "It offers quick set up and allows us to easily maintain consistent, vivid color throughout the run. Customers will love its consistency." ### McCLUNG COMPANIES FINISHES CONSTRUCTION OF NEW PRESSROOM 10,000 square foot addition provides room for growth (Waynesboro, VA) The McClung Companies has finished construction of its 10,000 square foot pressroom addition to its existing facility in Waynesboro. The expansion allows the full service graphic communication organization to expand its printing, mailing and integrated marketing services. Tom Trevillian, McClung President and CEO, is excited by the project. "This is our second addition in ten years," he noted. "Our need for more room is a testament to our great customers and our comprehensive graphics solutions business." The pressroom has been named the M.E. Huffman Building after long-term employee Woody Huffman. Huffman began working at McClung in 1947 and was plant manager before retiring to part-time work. With over 60 years of craftsmanship and service, McClung Companies serves the graphic design, printing and communication needs of western, central and northern Virginia. McClung Companies has earned NAPL's prestigious "Management Plus" award for its excellence in management performance. It was one of 18 printing and graphics companies nationwide to receive the 2007 award. The award measures performance in key areas such as human resources, business planning, environmental/safety concerns and financial performance. For almost 30 years the NAPL Management Plus program has helped companies identify their strengths and weaknesses, and judge their management performance against accepted industry standards. "It is a great honor to receive this national award," said Tom Trevillian, McClung President and CEO. "Clearly our mission to be a leading company in our industry is being realized." NAPL (National Association for Printing Leadership) is a not-for-profit trade association serving companies in the printing and graphic communications industry for 75 years. It offers a comprehensive slate of business-building solutions that provides company leaders with the strategies, insights, and guidance they can use to make informed business decisions, minimize risk, anticipate change, and profitably grow their business. Privately owned Coyne earns national recognition “Our award recipients provided exceptional value to AK Steel this year. Each of them found innovative ways to supply us with quality products and services, delivered at significant cost savings to our company.” James L. Wainscott Chairman, President and CEO AK Steel AK Steel (NYSE:AKS – www.aksteel.com), a Fortune 500 company with more than $6 billion in annual revenue maintains a relentless pursuit of improvement in every critical performance measure. It goes without saying that AK chooses their suppliers very carefully. We’re proud to say that AK chose Coyne, an independent company, over all others including the largest companies in the uniform rental industry. We’re prouder still that we’ve worked hard and proven to AK that they made the right choice. Please allow us the opportunity to show you how great service, quality products, and a clear focus on helping our customers can deliver superior value to your business. Richard Hummel and Pennie Miller were recently chosen Employees of the Quarter at McClung Companies. Established in 1992, the award is based on recommendations from fellow workers and recognizes McClung employees who display extraordinary dedication to their jobs. Hummel is pressroom coordinator and Miller is a mailing specialist. "Both Richard and Pennie went the extra mile this past quarter when we had a large volume of work," noted Dave Perkins, McClung Vice President. "With their dedication and reliability, they excelled in meeting our customers' needs during a challenging time." Hummel has worked nine years at McClung and lives in Staunton with his wife and family. Miller has worked two years at McClung and lives in Afton with her husband and two children. McCLUNG HIRES TECHNOLOGY COORDINATOR David Schullery to give technology and administrative leadership (Waynesboro, VA) McClung Companies is proud to announce that David Schullery has been hired as business and technology coordinator. Schullery brings with him over 20 years of IT, systems analyst and management experience. "As our industry relies more and more on technology," noted Tom Trevillian, McClung CEO, "David will fill an important role for us and our clients. His experience will keep us focused on providing cutting edge service." Besides overseeing McClung’s computers and network, Schullery has taken administrative leadership in financial analysis and office management. Schullery lives in Crimora with his wife, three children, three horses, two dogs and two cats.   (Waynesboro, VA) Everette Tucker, a digital imager, was recently chosen the Employee of the Quarter at McClung Companies. Established in 1992, the award is based on recommendations from fellow workers and recognizes McClung employees who display extraordinary dedication to their jobs. "Everette's progress has been essential to the prepress department," noted Sheila Southall, prepress coordinator. "His overall attitude and willingness to expand his knowledge has been instrumental in day-to-day production. He is dependable, willing to tackle any project and has good attention to detail." Everette has worked two years at McClung and has 16 years of printing experience. He lives in Stuarts Draft. ZIMMERMAN JOINS HBP Michael E. Zimmerman, former President of S&S Graphics in Laurel, Maryland, has joined HBP, Inc., as Vice President of Training and Development. In this newly-created position, Zimmerman will be responsible for interpreting trends in the communications industries served by HBP and developing training programs to equip the company to meet client needs in 2010 and beyond. Zimmerman has an extensive background in printing, advertising, and sales and marketing. He has served as Vice President of Production, Training and Process Control as well as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Strine Printing Company, Inc., York, Pennsylvania. Prior to employment with Strine, Zimmerman was Executive Vice President and Creative Director for the Krone Group, Inc., an advertising agency based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where he developed and managed marketing programs for business-to-business and business-to-consumer clients. Zimmerman holds a BA in English from Messiah College, Grantham, Pennsylvania. He currently resides in Catonsville, Maryland. HBP, Inc. is a regional digital and offset printer with sales offices in northern Virginia and production facilities in Hagerstown, Maryland.With annual sales over $21 million, the company employs 135 people and offers services in digital and conventional printing, graphic design, brand asset management, e-commerce, cross-media marketing campaigns, variable data solutions, mailing, fulfillment and advertising specialties.     Waynesboro --- Pat Knight, a graphic designer, won the highly coveted Edmond McCutcheon Award. The honor is presented annually to the McClung Employee of the Year to memorialize the loyalty and dedication of its namesake to the company. Established in 1995, the award is based on recommendations from fellow workers. "Receiving the Edmond McCutcheon Award is a testament to Pat's loyalty and dedication," noted Sheila Southall, prepress coordinator. "Her veteran experience continues to be a stabilizing presence for McClung and our clients." She has cultivated many long-term relationships with clients who appreciate her help in achieving a pleasing finished product. Pat has been involved in McClung's United Way fund drive for many years and has previously served as TQM (quality management) rep for the department. Pat has worked 14 years at McClung and has 19 years of graphic design experience. She lives in Hinton with her husband and two children.   Waynesboro --- Paul Groff, a graphic designer and variable data specialist, was recently chosen the Employee of the Quarter at McClung Companies. Established in 1992, the award is based on recommendations from fellow workers and recognizes McClung employees who display extraordinary dedication to their jobs. "Paul's ability to multi-task is a great asset," noted Sheila Southall, prepress coordinator. "While continually producing appealing designs, he now handles various technical aspects of variable data. His attention to detail is appreciated in both the design and digital departments. In addition, he edits the company newsletter and maintains the FTP site, all with the same positive attitude and sharp focus." Paul has worked over two years at McClung and has 13 years of graphic design experience. He and his wife live in Harrisonburg. With over 60 years of craftsmanship and service, McClung Companies serves the graphic design, printing and communication needs of western, central and northern Virginia.   Jan. 2, 2007 - Good Printers, Inc., a leading provider of high-quality sheet-fed printing in Northern Virginia, Bridgewater and surrounding areas for many years, has announced the promotion of Michael A. Fornadel to president of the company, effective January 1, 2007. Chester Bradfield, the former president, has been elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Donald T. Nair will remain as the executive vice-president during this transition. Mike brings 25 years of sales and marketing experience as well as printing knowledge to the position. “It gives me great pleasure to succeed Chester Bradfied, a local entrepreneur who is well respected in our industry and the community,” said Fornadel. “I am excited to have the opportunity to tackle the changes and challenges that await us in the printing industry.” Mike, a native of Pittsburgh, PA, is a 1984 graduate of James Madison University. He lives in Harrisonburg with his wife, Tracy, and their six children. Rocket Direct proudly display their new Xerox IGen3 (left to right Chris Logan, Delores Schilling, Greg Olson and Henry Martin (owner). Harry Jones, Jones Printing, reviews sheet with Gary Banim next to their new 6-color with coater Heidelberg XL 105. Only the 6th one istalled in the US.