Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Printing Partner in Pittsburgh Since 1908
Established in 1908, Trust-Trust-Franklin Press Co. Press Co. has built a legacy as Pittsburgh's trusted printing partner. Our century-long commitment to excellence is rooted in a tradition of customer satisfaction, technical innovation, and meticulous quality control. We specialize in transforming client visions into tangible print solutions, offering a comprehensive range of services from business cards to large-format promotional materials. Our team of seasoned professionals combines time-honored craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to deliver precision-printed products that meet exacting standards.With a focus on personalized service and operational transparency, we ensure every project maintains its integrity from concept to delivery. Our partnerships with industry leaders like The Magnet Group expand our capabilities while maintaining competitive pricing. As a family-owned business spanning three generations, we uphold the founding principles of integrity and reliability that have defined our relationship with Pittsburgh clients for over a century.
Services
Business Cards
Brochures
Postcards
Promotional Products
Newsletters
Annual Reports
Flyers
Letterhead
Trade Show Displays
Direct Mail Services
Details
- Year established: 1908
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of printing experience in Pittsburgh
- Our full-service printing covers all your needs from business cards to promotional products
- Dedicated team ensures on-time delivery of every project
- We maintain the most stringent quality assurance processes in the industry
- Family-owned business with three generations of printing expertise
Services
Annual Reports
Our annual report specialists ensure professional presentation of financial data through precision design and printing. We maintain strict quality control for corporate communications, offering full-color printing and binding options. Clients receive proofs for approval before final production.
Brochures
We create professional brochures with multiple folding options including bifold, trifold, and accordion styles. Our designers help clients develop visually compelling content that effectively communicates business offerings to target audiences.
Business Cards
Custom business cards are available in single-sided, double-sided, and metallic finishes. We offer complete corporate identity packages that include matching letterhead and envelopes for brand consistency.
Postcards
Our postcard services combine professional design with direct mail capabilities. Clients can choose from standard or custom shapes with full-color printing options for effective marketing campaigns.
Newsletters
We produce business, church, and school newsletters with full-color design and layout services. Our team handles both one-time publications and recurring print schedules for ongoing client needs.
People
Gary Friedman
Owner
Third-generation printing expert with 40+ years in the industry. Oversees operations and maintains the company's founding commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Tom Taylor
President | Owner
Industry veteran with 35+ years of printing experience. Manages daily operations while ensuring adherence to the company's core principles of trust and service excellence.
Joe Horn
Sales
Experienced sales professional connecting clients with tailored print solutions. Specializes in helping businesses develop effective marketing materials that meet their specific goals.
Chester Jurczak
Estimating
Pricing expert with 25+ years in print cost analysis. Provides accurate estimates while maintaining transparency about production costs and timelines.
Gary Smarsh
Sales | Estimating
Dual-role specialist combining client relationship management with detailed project cost analysis. Helps clients optimize budgets while maintaining print quality standards.
Questions
What printing services do you offer?
We provide business cards, brochures, postcards, promotional products, newsletters, annual reports, and trade show displays. Our full-service capabilities include both digital and offset printing.
How can I get an estimate for my printing project?
Use our online estimate request form or call us directly at 412-481-6442. Our team will provide a detailed quote within one business day.
What is your typical turnaround time?
Project timelines vary from same-day to several days depending on complexity. We guarantee on-time delivery when you specify your deadline during the estimate process.
What file formats do you accept for printing?
We prefer PDF files but also accept CorelDRAW, Freehand, PageMaker, and Publisher formats. Our Job Ready Program helps prepare files for optimal print quality.
Why do printed colors differ from screen colors?
Monitors use RGB color while printers use CMYK. This causes some color shifts, but our Pantone Matching System ensures 90% color accuracy across digital and print formats.
