~ by Steve Voth, Printers Way Operation Manager
At Friesens, we specialize in printing beautiful colour books that captivate and inspire. From vibrant cookbooks and photo books to museum catalogues and travel guides, our expertise in colour printing ensures your content stands out. We combine craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional results for publishers across North America.
Expert Colour Printing Whether You Spell It Color, Colour, or Couleur
We proudly serve Canadian, US, and French-speaking markets, embracing every variation of “colour.” Our skilled press operators in Altona, Manitoba, use advanced equipment and decades of experience to produce premium-quality books with precision and care.

Advanced Printing Presses for Every Project Size
Friesens operates five state-of-the-art sheet-fed presses, including the massive Manroland 900XXL for large-scale production. For short-run colour printing, we offer the HP Indigo 50000. These presses deliver offset-quality results with flexibility and speed, ideal for publishers needing both quality and efficiency.
Expanded Digital Printing with HP T250 HD PageWide Inkjet Press
Our HP T250 HD PageWide press enhances our digital printing capabilities, offering high-speed, short-run colour printing with inkjet precision. This technology is perfect for publishers seeking fast turnarounds with near sheetfed offset print quality.

LED Drying Technology for Faster Turnaround and Superior Print Quality
Friesens uses LED drying to eliminate ink drying delays, reduce ghosting, and accelerate binding. This innovation ensures your books move quickly from press to bindery, helping you meet tight deadlines with confidence.
Modern Binding, Prepress Services, and Paper Options
Our fully modernized binding lines support a wide range of formats, including hardcover, softcover, and specialty finishes. We also offer expert prepress services and a broad selection of paper stocks to match your creative vision and budget.
North American Colour Book Printing with Reliable Turnaround
With global supply chain challenges, more publishers are choosing local printing partners. Friesens offers reliable, high-quality colour book printing in North America, backed by responsive service and fast delivery.
Whether you’re producing short-run digital editions or large-scale offset print runs, Friesens offers the technology, expertise, and reliability to bring your vision to life. Our investment in advanced presses, LED drying, and modern binding ensures exceptional quality and faster turnaround times. With a dedicated team of skilled professionals and a reputation built on trust, Friesens is your go-to partner for high-quality colour book printing in North America. Let’s create something beautiful together.