About Us
Presco is an internationally trusted and long-established one-stop-shop for print finishing supplies. From display and presentation products including binding, laminating through to stapling, sticking and tape products we hold huge stocks for rapid delivery. We have become the preferred partner of printers large and small, in-house printrooms, marketing departments, manufacturers, education and government departments and craft workers, serving over 10,000 customers throughout Ireland and Europe.
Our range is backed up with huge stocks, all orders are despatched the same day for a prompt 48 hour delivery service across Europe, with next day options available as well.
The Presco Story
1969: We are founded in Swindon, UK as DPS by David A. Painter, an architect and illustrator who soon starts selling laminated illustrations, giftware and other supplies.
1984: Our current Managing Director Tim Painter joins and the company begins offering laminating services and supply of presentation products such as laminating pouches, roll film, binding wires and binding covers.
1990: The company is given a new name of Print Presentation and regular finishing supplies catalogues start. The company becomes mail order, catering to an increasing number of printers across the UK.
1997: The Print Presentation catalogue in a new A5 format is now recognised as the go-to guide for printers and we have nearly become the full one-stop-shop concept that distinguishes our business today. The range now includes binding screws, menu tassels, swatch fasteners, self-adhesive pockets, suction cups, ball chain and many more finishing sundries. From previously mainly supplying copy shops we now become a key supplier to the whole print trade.
1999: With fast growth and a new 24,000 sqft premises Print Presentation becomes Presco - a new name for a growing company. Thousands of items are now being sent out for next day delivery around the UK and into Europe.
2000: Presco Europe is founded in Dublin.
2008: Presco goes live online with our first e commerce shop, supply across Europe. We start to hear from lots of new customers outside the print industry who need our products.
2012: Presco rebrands with a new tick logo, and as the impact of digital technologies and business becomes increasingly global we are now selling into different markets and customers around the world.
2014: Presco France is founded in Toulon, to better serve our French customer base.
2015: New, ‘making buying simple’ Presco websites launched in the UK, Ireland, France and Europe.
Today: We are moving forward fast with new innovation and solutions for finishing and identity services.
Our company is almost unrecognisable from a few years ago – apart from our unswerving commitment to customer care.
We always welcome any suggestions or constructive criticism as to how we can do even better, please tell us through our contact page.
Some Presco Numbers
Over 1 million catalogues sent out to our customers since 2000
Over 10,000 happy customers who have experienced the Presco service
Over 35 million items in stock in our Swindon warehouse
Over 2,700 unique product lines stocked for next day delivery
The Presco Catalogue
Over a million catalogues in circulation since 2000
Our well known catalogue is regarded as the industry guide for anyone involved with print. This catalogue contains a vast range of products, from binding and laminating supplies, through to all sorts of specialist print finishing products, point of sale fittings and display accessories. Even with many more customers using our online shop our catalogue is still in big demand.
The Presco Team
Behind our massive range and service standards is a team that are passionate about upholding the company brand. We are here to help our customers and the feedback we get time after time is that our customer support is exceptional – 97% of our customers rate our service as great or outstanding. Between us we have years of experience in the print trade and with our products, and we are always pleased to advise or discuss your requirements.
Understanding our customers
At Presco our number one priority has always been to understand the needs of our customers to help make it a great experience every time you contact or order from Presco.
To make sure we know what our customers want we send out regular surveys inviting feedback, criticism and suggestions for new products. The results from these surveys are both enthusing and very helpful in making Presco even better. To see some of the feedback from customers received through these surveys click here.
Our standards.
Professionally accredited and accountable.
At Presco we are committed to the highest standards of product quality and service. As a company we are committed to excellence in every department to ensure that you, our customers, only ever gets the best service and products.
We care about others.
We love to help people and we hope you will find this attitude every time you have contact with Presco. As well as looking after our customers we get involved with charity and community work through donations and hands-on involvement to help others.
Always improving
It is our mission that you can find products and information fast online. Search for what you’re looking for online and give us a call if you need a little help deciding what to go for. We are constantly working on making this website an ever-easier, more simple way to find information and buy products.