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Printer (publishing)

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Print shops in the 15th century per establishment date and book output

In publishing, printers are both companies providing printing services and individuals who directly operate printing presses.[1]

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Origins of printing

The history of printers in publishing in Western Europe dates back to the mid-15th century with the invention of the printing press. Johannes Gutenberg, a German goldsmith, is credited with developing movable type in the 1450s. His printing press incorporated various innovative techniques, such as individual metal letter blocks and an oil-based ink, enabling faster and more efficient book production.[2]

Evolution of printing presses

The Gutenberg Press

Gutenberg's press set the foundation for subsequent developments in printing technology. It comprised a heavy wooden frame with a screw mechanism, enabling the even application of pressure to inked type and paper. Gutenberg's printing press accelerated the production of books, leading to the spread of knowledge and the democratization of information.[3][4]

Mechanical and Industrial Advances

In the following centuries, printing presses underwent significant advancements. In the 18th century, the steam-powered press was introduced, enabling higher print volumes. Subsequently, the industrial revolution brought forth the development of cylinder presses, powered by steam or mechanized systems. These presses could print thousands of pages per hour, marking a substantial leap in production capabilities.[5][6]

Offset Lithography

In the late 19th century, the introduction of offset lithography revolutionized the printing industry. This technique used a flat metal plate with an image to transfer ink to a rubber blanket, which, in turn, printed the image onto the paper. Offset lithography offered more efficient and cost-effective printing, enabling high-quality reproductions and color printing on a large scale.[2][7]

Types

Printers can include:

References

  1. ^ "Printer". Merriam-Webster.
  2. ^ a b Lovett, A. W (1980-09-09). "The Printing Press as an Agent of Change. Communications and Cultural Transformations in Early-Modern Europe. By Elizabeth L. Eisenstein. 2 vols. Pp xxi, 794. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. 1979. £40". Irish Historical Studies. 22 (86): 184–185. doi:10.1017/s0021121400026225. ISSN 0021-1214. S2CID 163333347.
  3. ^ Saenger, Paul; Febvre, Lucien; Martin, Henri-Jean (1994). "The Coming of the Book: The Impact of Printing, 1450-1800". History of Education Quarterly. 34 (1): 98. doi:10.2307/369239. ISSN 0018-2680. JSTOR 369239.
  4. ^ Man, John (2002). The Gutenberg revolution: the story of a genius and an invention that changed the world. London: Review. ISBN 978-0-7472-4504-9.
  5. ^ Schindler, Charles R.; Moran, James (1974-01-01). "Printing Presses: History and Development from the Fifteenth Century to Modern Times". Technology and Culture. 15 (1): 92. doi:10.2307/3102770. ISSN 0040-165X. JSTOR 3102770.
  6. ^ Adams, J. R. R. (1987). The Printed Word and the Common Man: Popular Culture in Ulster, 1700-1900. Institute of Irish Studies, Queen's University of Belfast. ISBN 978-0-85389-304-2.
  7. ^ The history of lithography

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