Western States received six separate awards in the 11th annual Graphics Excellence Awards, a statewide printing competition held by the Printing Industries of Wisconsin, the state's trade association for printing and the graphic arts.

Competing against nearly 800 exceptional entries, Western States received six Awards of Excellence in the competition:

• Stationery Packages (4 or more colors) - Delta Waterfowl Envelope

• Stationery Packages (4 or more colors) - Hope for All Nations Envelope

• Single Promotional Self-Mailer - Breckridge Landscaping Convertible Mailer

• Single Promotional Self-Mailer - Wayne & Baxter Furniture Convertible Mailer

• Flexo Narrow Web Labels and Wraps - Robinson Memorial Health Care Labels

• Flexo Narrow Web Labels and Wraps - Jax Labels

Joseph Lyman, PIW's President, believes the quality of Graphic Excellence Awards submissions was evident in this year's competition. He says, "The print projects we received were simply amazing. Technology is certainly helping Wisconsin's Printing Industry achieve greater efficiency, but the print craftsmanship behind the products was apparent. We will continue to celebrate the excellent work these companies and their employees have produced throughout the year." 

The GEA's recognize those responsible for the creation and production of print communications in Wisconsin. The competition promotes excellence in print communications and rewards companies and individuals who produce the best in print media.

About the Printing Industries of Wisconsin

PIW is the states graphic arts trade association, representing an industry with more than 36,000 employees and over $6 Billion in annual sales (2010 Print Market Atlas).