History

The company was founded in 1966 as a Screen Process Printer by its current joint Managing Directors Lascelle Barrow and Barrie Dix.

A product and service lead philosophy combined with commitment to invest saw a sustained and strong growth. This included pioneering the introduction of UV drying inks into the UK with all its attendant environmental benefits.

During the 70's and 80's new and ever more productive plant and equipment was brought on-stream challenging the traditional production methods and investment philosophy of the industry.

The vision of building Europe's largest purpose built Screen printing complex was fulfilled in 1990 when HRH The Prince Edward opened Augustus Martin's new headquarters in London's docklands area. At the same time, a substantial land-bank was acquired for future growth.

Over the coming years, this foresight provided the scope for the introduction of Lithographic and Digital printing, Warehousing and all other major Pre and Post production functions. This included the establishment of on-site ink manufacture which provided the springboard for the development of special effect inks and coatings.

This all-encompassing production capability has gone hand in hand with the development of core management skills to provide the fullest range of client services.