Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Printing & Reprographics Solutions
Since 1938, we have been a trusted leader in printing and reprographics, dedicated to delivering precision and innovation. Our commitment to cutting-edge technology ensures every project meets the highest technical standards. Rooted in Boston's Beacon Hill neighborhood, we combine decades of expertise with a hands-on approach to serve diverse industries. Our comprehensive services include digital imaging, offset printing, and large-format solutions tailored to client needs. With a legacy of reliability and quality, we continuously invest in technological advancements to exceed expectations. Our team's deep industry knowledge and personalized service have earned long-term partnerships, including with major architectural firms.We pride ourselves on timely delivery, competitive pricing, and unwavering attention to detail. From small print jobs to complex projects, we ensure seamless execution and client satisfaction. Our affiliated courier service guarantees prompt distribution, reinforcing our reputation as a one-stop solution for printing needs. For over 85 years, we have remained indispensable by adapting to industry evolution while maintaining our founding principles of excellence.
Services
Digital Imaging
CAD Plotting
Display Graphics
Offset Printing
Courier Service
Online Planroom
Large Format Scanning
High-Speed Duplication
Finishing Services
Document Distribution
Details
- Year established: 1938
Highlights and features
- We offer 85+ years of printing industry expertise since 1938
- Our team maintains cutting-edge reprographic technology
- We provide comprehensive services from digital prints to courier delivery
- Our clients include long-term architectural firm partnerships
- We guarantee on-time delivery with personalized service
What people say
Amazing at what they do
Trusted vendors
Quality result
Fair pricing
Terrific support
Services
Digital Imaging
We produce high-resolution digital prints up to 36 inches wide with precise technical accuracy. Our large-format scanning and plotting services handle blueprints, engineering drawings, and architectural plans. Clients receive crisp, durable outputs suitable for construction sites and professional presentations. This service supports both black-and-white and full-color CAD documentation requirements.
Offset Printing
Our offset printing capabilities deliver professional-grade materials with vibrant color reproduction. We handle business stationery, brochures, marketing collateral, and multi-color publications. The service ensures consistent quality for both small runs and large-volume orders. Clients benefit from our expertise in producing polished, brand-consistent printed materials.
Courier Service
We provide reliable local and long-distance document transportation with guaranteed deadlines. Our foot and vehicle couriers ensure secure delivery of sensitive materials. This service supports time-critical projects requiring physical document exchange. Clients trust our distribution network for construction plans, legal documents, and urgent business materials.
Display Graphics
Our large-format color printing creates impactful visual displays for marketing and events. We produce trade show graphics, wall murals, POP signage, and retractable banners. The service combines high-impact visuals with durable materials for indoor and outdoor use. Clients receive customized solutions for brand visibility and exhibition needs.
Online Planroom
Our digital planroom offers secure construction project document management. Users access blueprints, order prints, and receive update notifications through an intuitive platform. The service streamlines collaboration for architectural and engineering teams. Clients benefit from centralized document control and version tracking capabilities.
People
Wales Copy Shop
Founder
Established the company in 1938 on Beacon Hill, pioneering Boston's reprographics industry with innovative printing solutions and technical excellence.
Warren K. Leslie
Former Owner
Acquired the company in 1978 and expanded services through Wales Copy Center and Beacon Hill Courier Service, maintaining technological leadership.
Robert W. Leslie
President
Current president since 2004, driving digital transformation while preserving the company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Questions
What printing services do you specialize in?
We offer digital imaging, offset printing, large-format displays, CAD plotting, and document finishing services for commercial and architectural clients.
Do you provide courier services for document delivery?
Yes, we operate a dedicated courier service for local and long-distance deliveries with guaranteed deadline adherence.
How long have you served the Boston area?
We've provided printing and reprographic services in Boston since 1938, maintaining continuous operations for over 85 years.
What industries do you support?
We primarily serve architectural firms, construction companies, and businesses requiring technical document production and distribution.
Do you offer digital plan management solutions?
Yes, our online planroom provides secure document access, version control, and update notifications for construction projects.
