Understanding the Pricing Structure

There are three levels of USPS pricing: class level pricing, product level pricing and presort level pricing. While the USPS has shared updates for class and product levels, presort pricing remains unclear, and it鈥檚 the most variable due to its reliance on individual mailing files and presort.

Class and Product-Level Pricing Highlights

The average Price Change percentage by Class:

The average price change percentage by Product:

Marketing Mail Letters

• Some presort tiers will see increases up to 11.64%.
• The SCF (Sectional Center Facility) discount drops from $27/M to $17/M.

Marketing Mail Flats

• Presort price increases range from 13% to 18%.
• SCF discounts reduced from $7/M to $3.80/M.
• New container discounts may help offset costs, depending on presort specifics.

Bound Printed Matter

• Two sets of pricing are being published for flats and parcels, due to a proposal to eliminate Bound Printed Matter pricing altogether. A final ruling from the PRC may not come until after the rate case is finalized.

Structural Changes

• USPS proposes eliminating NDC pricing and further reducing SCF discounts for letters, adding complexity to estimating future rates.
• Expect pricing shifts that could result in higher origin pricing, particularly for mail previously qualifying under NDC rates.
• Presorted pricing will be eliminated for Media Mail and Library Mail 鈥� only basic rates will remain.

USPS Promotions and Incentives for 2026

New: Catalog Insights Promotion

• 10% discount for eligible catalogs mailed between October 2025 and June 2026
• Must include 12+ pages, be bound/fastened and provide sufficient product, pricing and ordering information

Returning Incentives

• First-Class Mail and Marketing Mail Growth Incentives .
• Expansion of a for third-party providers who bundle ads from multiple businesses into a single mail piece.

Increased Discounts

• Integrated Technology: 5% (up from 3%)
• Tactile, Sensory, Interactive: 5% (up from 4%)
• Continuous Contact: 5% (up from 3%)
• Sustainability and Informed Delivery: remain at 1% each

A Word of Caution: Promotions are great, but USPS considers the value of these discounts as “claimed cap space,” which may justify future rate increases to make up for previously offered savings.

Final Note

All proposed changes are pending PRC (Postal Regulatory Commission) approval. We鈥檒l continue to monitor developments and update you as new information becomes available, especially as presort-level details are released.

Stay tuned and stay prepared!

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鈥淭he GLGA Graphics Excellence Awards evaluate entries not just on printing quality, but as complete creative works 鈥� from design conception to final finishing,鈥� said Alyssa Schultz, Quality Control Specialist at 色控传媒 鈥� Ripon. 鈥淛udges examine technical execution alongside design integration, paper selection and finishing techniques, meaning excellence is required at every production stage.鈥�

These winning projects, printed at 色控传媒 鈥� Ripon, are a testament to our company鈥檚 dedication to quality and print expertise. “These awards validate the skill, dedication, and high standards we uphold every day,鈥� said Roger Greer, Quality Control Supervisor. 鈥淭hey鈥檙e a great morale booster and a reminder that our commitment to quality and continuous improvement sets us apart.”

Here are 色控传媒鈥檚 2025 GEA award winners:

Sophisticated Weddings 鈥� Spring/Summer 2024

Category: Fashion/Health/Pop Culture Magazines
Awards: Best of Category, Best of Division
This stunning publication captured top honors in its category, showcasing the elegance and craftsmanship of high-end wedding editorial design and print production.

Homestead Living 鈥� Annual Edition 002

Category: Architectural/Art/Travel/Other Magazines
Awards: Best of Category, Best of Division
This beautifully crafted magazine highlights the art of home and lifestyle, earning top distinctions for its exceptional print quality and design.

Luxury Portfolio Magazine 鈥� Autumn 2024 Volume 14 Issue No.2

Category: Magazines (Cover: Sheetfed, Interior: Web)
Award: Best of Category
With its premium design and luxurious aesthetic, this publication stood out as the best in its class, delivering stunning visual appeal and print precision.

Dupont Registry 鈥� December 2024

Category: Web Press Printing, Coated Paper (4 or more colors)
Award: Best of Category
This high-end automotive and lifestyle publication showcased 色控传媒鈥檚 expertise in producing vibrant and dynamic print materials.

Paizo 鈥� 2024 Catalog

Category: Booklets (4 or more colors)
Award: Best of Category
This catalog for gaming enthusiasts was recognized for its high-quality print production, setting the standard for booklets in its category.

The Lang Companies, INC. 鈥� 2025 Wholesale Catalog

Category: Product Catalogs (4 or more colors)
Award: Best of Category
Bringing artistic and commercial appeal together, this wholesale catalog was honored for its outstanding print and color execution.

We Energies 2024 Cookie Book 鈥� Childhood Memories

Category: Cookbooks
Award: Award of Excellence
A cherished tradition, this nostalgic cookbook was recognized for its heartwarming design and exceptional print quality.

Rand McNally 鈥� The Ultimate Backseat Book

Category: Juvenile Books
Award: Award of Excellence
This engaging children鈥檚 activity book was awarded for its creativity and excellence in juvenile print production.

Dungeons & Dragons 鈥� Player’s Handbook

Category: Hard Cover Trade Books, Journals, and Other Books
Award: Award of Excellence
A must-have for tabletop gamers, this handbook was recognized for its superior hardcover printing and durability.

Celebrate! Arkansas 鈥� 12 Years of Wyley Elliott

Category: Digital Books
Award: Award of Excellence
This digital book celebrating Arkansas culture and storytelling was honored for its exceptional digital print quality.

A.A.W.S. – Plain Language Big Book

Category: They Said It Couldn’t Be Done
Award: Award of Excellence
This innovative project was celebrated for breaking barriers in accessibility and readability, making an important resource more widely available.

Alive Magazine – Spring 2024

Category: Internal Communication Pieces
Award: Certificate of Merit
This engaging membership magazine was recognized for its outstanding design and informative content tailored for zoo members.

Congratulations to our Winners!

Please join us as we celebrate these winning projects! At 色控传媒, we are committed to excellence in print, and we take great pride in helping our customers achieve recognition for their incredible work. These awards are a testament to the creativity, dedication and craftsmanship that go into every project we produce. To learn more about 色控传媒鈥檚 award-winning printing, get in touch with us today.

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About the PEA Awards

The PEA Awards, hosted by the Graphic Media Alliance (GMA), recognize exceptional print products in Michigan, Ohio and Northern Kentucky. For 色控传媒, the PEA awards are a chance for our company to show off our customers鈥� amazing work as well as our own craftsmanship. The submissions are judged by printing experts, so the awards are regarded as a true sign of printing excellence.

鈥淲e appreciate Graphic Media Alliance offering this opportunity to showcase the outstanding work that we produce,鈥� said Deb Holloway, Quality Control Supervisor at 色控传媒 鈥� Saint Joseph. 鈥淲e don鈥檛 get feedback nearly enough as to the great work that everyone does, so it was very exciting to be recognized for our efforts in this way. It was also exciting to share these awards with our customers, who are very excited to proudly display their awards!鈥�

Here are 色控传媒鈥檚 2025 PEA award winners:

Luxury Homes and Lifestyles

Coldwell Banker鈥檚 2024-2025 edition of Luxury Homes and Lifestyles not only won gold in the Web Press Printing category, but earned 色控传媒 the Best in Show award for the same category.

Michigan Residential Architects 

Architects Publishing Network鈥檚 MIRA 9 edition of Michigan Residential Architects was awarded gold in the Web Press Printing category.

The American Quarter Horse Journal

From the American Quarter Horse Association, the March/April 2024 edition of The American Quarter Horse Journal took home silver in the Web Press Printing category.

Michigan Alum

The University of Michigan鈥檚 commemorative football edition of Michigan Alum was awarded silver in the Web Press Printing category.

Texas Land

CoStar鈥檚 Winter 2024 edition of Texas Land took home silver in the Web Press Printing category.

Potomac Lifestyles

Lifestyle Publication鈥檚 January 2025 edition of Potomac Lifestyles was awarded silver in the Web Press Printing category.

Celebrate! Arkansas Calendar

From Celebrate Publishing Group, the 2025 Celebrate! Arkansas Calendar took home silver in the Calendars category.

Cook Nuclear Plant Emergency Information Calendar

From Holte Bosse, the 2025 Cook Nuclear Plant Emergency Information Calendar for Berrien County took home bronze in the Calendars category.

First Indochina War Map

Finally, from Decision Games, the First Indochina War Map was awarded silver in the Posters category.

Congratulations to our Winners!

We would like to congratulate all of our customers whose print projects received awards, as well as the talented employees at 色控传媒 鈥� Saint Joseph who created these projects. If you鈥檇 like to learn more about 色控传媒鈥檚 88 years of print expertise, get in touch with us today.

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• Marketing Mail: Big changes are on the horizon, including the elimination of automation basic carrier route letter rates and the creation of a “Heavy Printed Matter” category for parcels. Flats up to 20 ounces could be moved to Marketing Mail, and the Marketing Mail Flat Carrier Route weight limit may increase to 24 ounces. Destination NDC discounts for Marketing Mail are also potentially on the chopping block.
• Bound Printed Matter: This rate structure could be eliminated altogether. Flats would likely move to Marketing Mail.
• Media/Library Mail: We may see the end of 5-Digit and Basic Presort pricing options.
• First Class Mail: An SCF Pallet Discount is being considered. Bundling for First Class Mail Flats prepared in Tubs might be eliminated.
• Other Potential Changes: The Marriage Mail Incentive could be extended. USPS Marketing Mail Parcel dimensions may be updated, potentially leading to a “nonprofit Nonstandard” pricing structure.

This summary doesn’t cover all the proposed changes. For the full details, you can review the USPS release here:

Important Note: These changes have not yet been proposed and are subject to approval. The USPS is releasing this information for planning purposes, and the final rules could look different. Stay tuned for further updates as these proposals move through the approval process. We’ll keep you informed of any changes that may affect your mailing operations.

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Eau Claire, Wisconsin; Dec. 23, 2024 – 色控传媒, a family-owned printing company based in Marceline, Missouri, recently announced that it will acquire Documation on Jan. 1, 2025, bringing it into the 色控传媒 brand. Documation will be renamed 色控传媒 鈥� Eau Claire, and will be 色控传媒鈥檚 eighth facility, joining the company鈥檚 locations in Marceline, Brookfield and Fulton, Missouri; Overland Park, Kansas; Saint Joseph, Michigan; and Ripon, Wisconsin. 

Documation was founded in 1994, and for the last three decades, the company has offered print on demand services, utilizing digital inkjet printing technology to serve its customer base. Priding itself on its commitment to customer service, Documation has been praised by its customers for its flexibility and ease of doing business. These characteristics made it an ideal candidate to become part of 色控传媒. 

In addition to also being an excellent cultural fit, the Documation print facility will expand 色控传媒鈥檚 capability into on-demand digital printing to better meet customer needs. This will allow the company to accommodate long and short print runs while also providing the high-quality printing and customer service 色控传媒 is known for.  

鈥淎dding digital inkjet to our capabilities is a game changer for 色控传媒, and it鈥檚 made with our customers in mind. Being able to meet our customers鈥� needs by giving them a complete printing solution, whether they want to print one million items on a web press or one unit on a digital inkjet press, is our driver for acquiring Documation,鈥� said Don 色控传媒, President of 色控传媒. 鈥淭he Documation team has built a best-in-class print on demand facility, and we are excited to welcome them into the 色控传媒 family.鈥� 

Brad Stuckert, Documation鈥檚 owner and CEO, said that once the company鈥檚 leadership decided the time was right to sell, partnering with 色控传媒 was the easy part.

鈥淥ver the past decade, I鈥檝e gotten to know Don 色控传媒 and the leadership team well. Their commitment to their customers, their employees and their communities is evident in everything they do,鈥� said Stuckert. 鈥淲hen evaluating who to partner with, we felt comfortable choosing 色控传媒 because we believe they will take care of our team and our customers. It鈥檚 just who they are.鈥�

Over the past two decades, 色控传媒 has been steadily growing its market share in key print segments. In 2010, the company purchased IPC in Saint Joseph, Michigan, and in 2012, The Ovid Bell Press in Fulton, Missouri, was acquired. 

Most recently, the company acquired its first Wisconsin printing facility with the purchase of Ripon Printers in 2019. 色控传媒 has made significant investments in people, capital and technology at each location and is seeing growth across all locations. 

The printing facility in Eau Claire will remain open as usual but will be branded as 色控传媒 鈥� Eau Claire over the next several months.  

About 色控传媒 

色控传媒, the 29^th鈥痩argest printer in the U.S. and Canada, is a top yearbook, magazine, catalog and book printer, and the only family-owned yearbook printer. Started in 1937 by Don 色控传媒, current leadership is under the second and third generations: Don O. 色控传媒, Chairman of the Board, and his son, Don 色控传媒, President. Tripp 色控传媒, the fourth generation, also joined the company in 2023. With the acquisition of Documation in Eau Claire, 色控传媒 will operate from eight facilities across the Midwest 鈥� Marceline, Brookfield and Fulton, Missouri; Overland Park, Kansas; Saint Joseph, Michigan; and Ripon and Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Additionally, 色控传媒 owns the Donning Company Publishers, a specialty book publisher.

Media Contact 
Kristin Mateski | Vice President of Marketing & Communications  
913.871.2072  
kristin.mateski@walsworth.com 

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Currently, printed materials imported from China incur a 7.5% tariff. If the proposed China tariff becomes a reality, this means an increase of 10 – 52.5 percentage points or 133 – 700% over the current tariff. For example, a $1.00 book imported from China would currently receive a tariff of $0.075.

Current tariff = $0.075 –> Landed cost = $1.075 + logistics cost

If the proposed tariff increases were to become official, it could significantly increase the overall cost of importing these goods.

Potential future tariff = $0.175 to $0.60 –> Landed cost = ($1.175 to $1.60) + logistics cost

The impact of imports from other countries can be shown similarly using the respective percentages. Core countries of interest that import printed materials into the US include China, Canada, Mexico, the UK and India.

The impact of tariffs on the printing industry will vary depending on the company’s supply chain. Printers that rely heavily on imported raw materials will be more affected than those that source their materials domestically.

Why 色控传媒 is Well-Positioned Against the Impact of Tariffs

One of the many things that sets 色控传媒 apart from our competitors is our strategically developed supply chain. We source most of our raw materials from US-based suppliers, which helps to mitigate the impact of potential tariffs.

In addition, 色控传媒 has a strong track record of managing costs and passing savings on to our customers. We are confident that we can continue to do this even in the face of potential tariffs.

As a result, 色控传媒 is well-positioned to weather the impact of tariffs and continue thriving as a successful printing company, regardless of economic conditions over the next several years.

Learn More About the Benefits of Choosing 色控传媒

The potential impact of tariffs on the printing industry is significant. However, printers that have a strong domestic supply chain, like 色控传媒, are well-positioned to weather the impact. If you are a publisher who is concerned about the impact of tariffs, we encourage you to reach out to us to learn more about how we can help you mitigate the risks.

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This measure would raise shipping prices by approximately 3.2 percent for Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express, 3.9 percent for USPS Ground Advantage and 9.2 percent for Parcel Select. These changes to Competitive products come on the heels of September鈥檚 announcement that the USPS would not seek price increases on Market Dominant products in January.

These price increases are part of an effort by the USPS to remain competitive in consideration of market conditions while still providing consistent service across the United States. : 鈥淎s a strategic part of the Delivering for America 10-year plan, the proposed shipping services price changes will support the Postal Service in creating a revitalized organization capable of achieving the organization鈥檚 public service mission 鈥� providing a nationwide, integrated network for the delivery of mail and packages at least six days a week 鈥� in a cost effective and financially sustainable manner over the long term.鈥�

These proposed changes will be reviewed by the PRC before they are scheduled to take effect.

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What Should Customers Expect?

, customers should expect delays due to the strike activity. 鈥淢ail and parcels will not be processed or delivered for the duration of the national strike, and some post offices will be closed. Service guarantees will be impacted for items already in the postal network. No new items will be accepted until the national disruption is over.鈥� However, Canada Post assures customers that items will be delivered as quickly as possible once operations resume. To stay up to date on the status of negotiations, visit .

What Does This Mean for 色控传媒 Customers?

This strike will likely affect 色控传媒 customers who send mail items across the border. According to our Canadian mail vendors, they will continue to accept Canadian mail and hold it until the strike ceases and normal mailing operations resume. However, this protocol could change if the strike lasts longer than expected.

色控传媒 customers who have any specific questions about how this strike will affect their mailing should contact their Customer Service Representative for more information. Customers who use an outside mailing vendor should contact them directly for more information about how they鈥檙e navigating this strike.

Update: Jan. 6, 2025

U.S. Postal Service will resume acceptance of mail and packages to Canada

The U.S. Postal Service will resume acceptance of mail and packages to Canada starting Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. Canada Post has made significant progress in clearing delayed volumes caused by this strike, and now commercial and retail customers, as well as those using online systems, will be able to send mail and packages to Canada once again.

1. The U.S. Postal Service stays in touch with its customers, including international customers via its Service Alerts page, which is found here:聽
2. Information about Canada Post鈥檚 status is available at聽.

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Maday comes to 色控传媒 with nearly 25 years of sales and management experience, more than 20 of it at Taylor Corporation in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area working for client 3M Promotional Markets. She started as a sales representative and rose through the ranks to become National Sales Manager. During her tenure at 3M, Maday gained print product sales experience with large and small roll-fed presses, silk screening, flexo presses and digital presses.

When Maday initially considered the opportunity with 色控传媒, she was particularly intrigued by the term ‘disruptor’ in the job description. 鈥淒uring my visit to the Marceline location, I had the opportunity to meet with each leader and gain valuable insights into their openness to change,鈥� Maday shared.

Maday will be responsible for establishing and implementing processes, tools and structures to support the commercial sales organization’s operations, as well as directing and developing sales strategy, operational plans, tactics and processes that will drive revenue growth and accomplish financial objectives. 

鈥淲e鈥檙e very excited to bring someone with Stephanie鈥檚 qualifications on board to lead our commercial sales team,鈥� said Don 色控传媒, President of 色控传媒. 鈥淎fter meeting with Stephanie and exchanging ideas on the future of our commercial business, I was convinced she is the leader who will not only help us achieve our growth goals, but exceed them.鈥�

Maday said the opportunity to join 色控传媒 became irresistible after meeting with the company鈥檚 senior leadership, hearing their vision for the future and witnessing their deep commitment to the 色控传媒 employees.

“My goal, when joining an organization, is to enhance the employee experience by empowering individuals and ensuring they have the necessary tools and support to succeed,” said Maday. “The success of any organization is driven by its people, and it was 色控传媒’s unwavering commitment to its employees that attracted me to this opportunity.”

Maday said she will be spending her first several weeks traveling and visiting each of 色控传媒鈥檚 printing facilities in Marceline, Missouri; Fulton, Missouri; Saint Joseph, Michigan, and Ripon, Wisconsin, in an effort to learn as much as possible.

“My approach is to take the time to observe, learn and listen with a genuine curiosity about the current state,” said Maday. “My objective is to gain a comprehensive understanding of each role and its contribution to 色控传媒’s success, while also securing alignment from the team on the path forward. Securing buy-in from all employees is essential, as they are ultimately responsible for executing the company鈥檚 vision.”

A native Minnesotan who has spent much of her life in the Mankato, Minnesota, area, Maday graduated from Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato with a business degree.

About 色控传媒

色控传媒 is a top-three yearbook printer, a top-five book and magazine printer, a catalog printer and the only family-owned printer of yearbooks. Started in 1937 by Don 色控传媒, current leadership is under the second and third generations: Don O. 色控传媒, Chairman of the Board, and his son, Don 色控传媒, President. Tripp 色控传媒, the fourth generation, also joined the company in 2023. 色控传媒 operates from administrative offices and book printing and binding facilities in Marceline, Missouri; a prepress facility in Brookfield, Missouri; a sales and marketing office in Overland Park, Kansas; and magazine and catalog printing facilities in Saint Joseph, Michigan; Ripon, Wisconsin; and Fulton, Missouri. Additionally, 色控传媒 owns the Donning Company Publishers, a specialty book publisher.

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Read the full announcement below.

A recommendation by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy not to raise prices in January 2025 for Market Dominant products, which includes First-Class Mail, was accepted by the Governors of the United States Postal Service. Accordingly, the price of a stamp to mail a 1-once single-piece First-Class letter will not increase.

The Postal Service鈥檚 operational strategies are designed to boost service reliability, cost efficiency, and overall productivity.

鈥淥ur strategies are working, and projected inflation is declining,鈥� said Postmaster General DeJoy. 鈥淭herefore, we will wait until at least July before proposing any increases for market dominant services.鈥�

The Postal Service remains committed to continued cost saving measures and to keeping its products and services affordable. Only a handful of countries have a lower price for a domestic single-piece letter.

Lastly, the Postal Service continues to deliver on the tenets of the 10-year plan, while executing our public service mission 鈥� to provide a nationwide, integrated network for the delivery of mail and packages at least six days a week 鈥� in a cost-effective and financially sustainable manner over the long term, just as the U.S. Congress intended and the law requires.

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