A premium photo book should tell a story without interruption. That's the thinking behind the layflat binding systems offered by APS Imaging Solutions, which allow images to flow seamlessly across two-page spreads while keeping every page completely flat when opened. As the exclusive North American distributor of Photostory products and services, APS helps print providers create high-value books that combine visual impact with efficient production.
During a conversation at Edge Rockies, President and CEO Al Scolari highlights one of the defining advantages of layflat technology: uninterrupted panoramic images that stretch from edge to edge. Unlike traditional book binding, the system allows every spread to open completely flat, making it well suited for premium photo books, portfolios and other applications where image quality takes center stage.
Founded in 1999, APS has built its business around helping printers automate the production of premium layflat books. Working alongside leading manufacturing partners, the company provides binding, laminating, coating and printing solutions designed to improve efficiency while reducing manual labor. Its portfolio includes both conventional layflat systems for simplex printing and patented V-shaped hinged layflat technology for duplex applications.
That focus on partnership extends beyond the equipment itself. APS works closely with customers to understand their production goals and recommend the right systems for their business, whether they serve professional photographers, photo labs, commercial printers or corporate clients. The company's mission is to help customers increase productivity while delivering the high-quality finished products today's buyers expect.
