Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Sustainable Printing & Packaging Solutions
Shawmut Communications Group has been a family-owned leader in print and packaging solutions since 1951. As the first Sustainable Green Printing (SGP) certified printer in Massachusetts, we combine 70 years of industry expertise with a commitment to environmental responsibility. Our comprehensive services include creative design, packaging engineering, direct mail campaigns, and global print distribution, all supported by advanced technology and a proprietary production management platform, Shawmut Insight.With G7 and GMI certifications, we deliver precision color management and quality assurance across offset, digital, and wide-format printing. Our in-house capabilities span prepress to fulfillment, ensuring seamless execution for clients in industries ranging from healthcare to consumer goods. Backed by three generations of family leadership, we prioritize personalized service and innovation to help clients achieve measurable marketing success through sustainable practices.
Services
Creative Services
Packaging Design
Direct Mail Campaigns
Web to Print
Promotional Products
Offset Printing
Digital Printing
Wide Format Printing
Fulfillment Services
Sustainability Certification
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- Family-owned for 70+ years with third-generation leadership
- First SGP-certified printer in Massachusetts
- Full-service capabilities from design to global fulfillment
- G7-certified for color consistency across print jobs
- Proprietary Shawmut Insight platform for real-time project tracking
Associations and certifications
- SGP
- G7
- HIPAA
- GMI
Services
Creative Services
Our award-winning creative team provides strategic design, brand identity, and production advice tailored to client needs. We specialize in print design, environmental branding, and multi-channel marketing materials while maintaining brand consistency across all deliverables. Our services include dieline creation, color manipulation, and photo retouching to ensure visually compelling results.
Packaging Design
We offer end-to-end packaging solutions including structural design, material selection, and sustainable production. Our capabilities cover prototype development, premium finishing techniques, and inventory management systems to support efficient supply chain operations across multiple industries including food, healthcare, and consumer goods.
Direct Mail Campaigns
Our comprehensive direct mail services include list acquisition, data processing, and personalized variable data printing. We handle all aspects from creative execution to fulfillment, with automated systems for folding, inserting, and postage optimization to maximize campaign effectiveness and ROI.
Offset Printing
We utilize advanced 8-color H-UV presses for high-quality offset printing with instant ink drying technology. Our G7-certified processes ensure color consistency while specialty coatings and inks enhance visual impact. This service supports large-volume production with environmental benefits from reduced energy consumption.
Digital Printing
Our digital printing solutions combine variable data capabilities with specialty inks and substrates for personalized marketing materials. With two digital presses and intelligent automation, we deliver short-run printing that maintains quality while offering cost-effective, customizable options for modern marketing needs.
People
Michael Peluso
President
Third-generation leader with decades of industry experience driving strategic growth and innovation at Shawmut Communications Group.
Daniel Peluso
Vice President
Brings extensive operational expertise to lead Shawmut's production and service delivery while maintaining family business values.
Stacy Peluso-Slaney
Executive Partner and Vice President
Key leader in business development and client relations with a focus on expanding Shawmut's market presence and service capabilities.
Justin Peluso
Director of Packaging
Specializes in packaging innovation and sustainable solutions, leveraging industry expertise to develop cutting-edge packaging programs for diverse clients.
Questions
What printing services does Shawmut offer?
We provide offset, digital, and wide-format printing with specialized capabilities in color management, variable data printing, and global distribution.
Are Shawmut's printing practices sustainable?
Yes, we are the first SGP-certified printer in Massachusetts with comprehensive sustainability initiatives across all operations.
Can Shawmut handle international print projects?
Our global print network enables efficient international distribution with localized production to reduce costs and delivery times.
What packaging solutions do you provide?
We offer custom packaging design, structural engineering, and production for industries including food, healthcare, and consumer goods.
Do you offer direct mail services?
Yes, we manage complete direct mail campaigns including list acquisition, data processing, and personalized variable data printing.
How can I track my print project?
Our proprietary Shawmut Insight platform provides real-time tracking from file upload through production and fulfillment.
