From Cold Email to Core Supplier: Fast-Turnaround Tap Badges for McLeod’s Brewery
We first connected with McLeod’s Brewery in early 2024, one of Northland’s most respected craft beer producers, known for their bold brews and award-winning IPAs. They were looking for a supplier who could match the pace of their production with high-quality, custom tap badges, and we were ready.
The challenge? Their previous supplier took up to 10 working days to deliver. That delay wasn’t cutting it anymore, not with their rapid release schedule and growing national demand. They needed a print partner who could move fast without compromising quality.
We stepped in.
Since that first cold email and trial order, McLeod’s has become a loyal client. In less than 18 months, we’ve produced over 30 separate orders for 69 unique beers, each one with its own tap badge. This is now part of their internal process and we’ve earned a seat at the table as a trusted print partner.
We produce their 73mm backlit tap badges using colour-calibrated settings that balance perfectly under both bar lighting and ambient light. The finished product glows beautifully behind tap handles, without being washed out or overly saturated. Each badge is kiss-cut to spec and supplied on weeded sheets—ready to go.
We’ve locked in a reliable, fast-turnaround system: 2–3 working days from file approval to dispatch. No drama. Just dialled-in quality, every time.
Like the sound of that? Let’s get your next batch sorted, request a fast, tailored quote today.
Specifications:
Finished size:
73mm diameter circle.
Stock:
Backlit Self-Adhesive Vinyl.
Colours:
Printed using eco-solvent inks on one side.
Finishing:
Kiss cut to shape, weeded and supplied on sheets.
Streamlining Declarations with Practical Guides: Printed for NZ Customs
Colourcraft proudly undertook a project for the New Zealand Customs Service, to enhance border processes through the production of a translation guide for the New Zealand Traveller Declaration Form.
Our team carefully printed the 62-page guidebooks, featuring translations in 29 languages. Printed in full colour and in the branding of NZ Customs, the guidebooks were printed on sturdy 300gsm stock to ensure durability. Each page received scuff-resistant matt lamination to enhance longevity amid daily use.
Bound with a straightforward left-edge wiro binding using white wire, the guidebooks were distributed to airports nationwide, serving as valuable references for both travellers and the NZ Customs team.
The project's success became evident as NZ Customs returned for another print run, and the Ministry of Primary Industries commissioned a batch of their own.
Colourcraft takes pride in supporting NZ Customs processes with these durable, high-quality guidebooks. Our commitment is consistently demonstrated through the delivery of practical, quality printing solutions, for clients in business, industry and government.
Specifications
Finished size:
210 x 245mm
Stock:
Covers: 300gsm Silk Matt
Colours:
CMYK throughout
Finishing:
Matt laminate all pages, wiro bind on the left edge
Premium First Impressions: Business Cards for FlexiTime & Invoxy
When the Wellington-based team behind FlexiTime and Invoxy needed updated business cards, they came straight to us—again. We’ve worked with them since 2016, and nearly a decade later, they’re still part of the Colourcraft family. As a leading SaaS company helping recruitment agencies and businesses manage flexible workforces, FlexiTime needed their brand to feel sharp, modern, and polished—right down to the card in your hand.
We printed their business cards on 350gsm Silk Matt stock, with full-colour CMYK on both sides. The soft-touch matt laminate not only gives a smooth, professional feel—it also improves durability, so cards stay clean and crisp even after weeks in a wallet or bag. Trimmed to a clean 90x55mm, the cards strike the right balance between presence and practicality.
"After trying multiple printing companies with mixed results we came across Colourcraft and have never looked back. The quality of the product and service are of the highest standard and we recommend them to anyone looking for a printing solution." – James Barber, Lead Designer at FlexiTime & Invoxy
Another 5-star review we’re proud to share: “We keep coming back to Colourcraft again and again! The service is incredible and the product is always top quality.” – Emily Daly, FlexiTime
That kind of feedback’s exactly why we do what we do.
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Specifications
Finished size:
90mm (W) x 55mm (H)
Stock:
350gsm Silk Matt.
Colours:
Printed in CMYK on both sides.
Finishing:
Matt laminate and trimmed to size.
Elevate Your Art with Colourcraft’s Premium Printing Services
At Colourcraft, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional art prints that bring your photographs to life. This stunning image of ‘Sunrise over Auckland City’ showcases the quality and precision you can expect from our printing services.
Using our state-of-the-art Epson SCP9560 printer, we produce gallery-quality prints with remarkable colour accuracy and detail. The combination of UltraChrome Pro12 inks and 190gsm satin stock ensures vibrant colours, smooth gradients, and a professional finish.
Our prints are produced on 190gsm satin stock using pigment-based UltraChrome Pro12 inks, renowned for their exceptional colour stability and longevity. This ensures your prints will stay as vibrant and beautiful as the day they were created, preserving your art for generations.
Whether you’re an artist, photographer, or business looking to showcase your work, our printing technology delivers unparalleled results. From capturing the subtlest nuances to producing bold, vivid colours, Colourcraft’s art photo printing service ensures your work stands out with clarity and impact.
Experience the difference of premium printing with Colourcraft—where every project is a testament to our commitment to quality and excellence.
Specifications
Printing Technology & Inks:
Our Epson SureColor SCP9560 delivers exceptional colour accuracy and detail with a wide colour gamut and lasting quality.
Stock:
We use SIHL Inkjet Photo Media, a 190gsm satin paper that ensures vibrant colours and a refined finish.
Colour Accuracy:
Our system, calibrated with ColorGate Production Server RIP, guarantees precise, colour-accurate prints.
Size & Turnaround:
We print up to 1m wide by 30m long, with most orders ready in 1-2 working days.
Other Projects for Artists & Photographers
Accessible, Durable and On Brand: Translation Booklets for Wellington Museum
Wellington Museum came to us with a straightforward print need: a set of A5 booklets featuring te reo Māori translations of their Fortune exhibition content. These would be placed in the exhibition space for visitors to browse or take, so they needed to be durable, cost-effective, and easy to replace.
After exploring a few different production options, we landed on a practical, budget-conscious solution: 50 A5-sized booklets, saddle-stapled, printed in black-only to keep things simple and clean. The 20 internal pages were printed on 100gsm Advance Laser—FSC certified and ultra-smooth for readability—while the 210gsm Trophee Intensive Red covers added a bright, distinctive finish that stood out in the space.
We printed the job on our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070, which ensured consistent print quality, perfect alignment, and a professional finish across every copy.
The result? A no-fuss, high-quality print job that does exactly what it needs to—clearly present the content, look sharp, and handle regular use in a busy exhibition space.
Like our work? Get the same quality for your project. Request a free, personalised quote today.
Specifications
Finished size:
A5 (148x210mm)
Stock:
Covers: 210gsm Trophee Red
Pages: 100gsm Advance Laser
Colours:
Printed black throughout.
Finishing:
Saddle stitched and trimmed to size.
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