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When it comes time to purchase Braille Paper, there are many important questions and considerations. We, at American Thermoform Corporation, have addressed these topics below. Please call us with any additional questions that you may have.
1. Why choose ATC for your Braille Paper needs?
American Thermoform Corporation has been producing Braille Paper since 1988. We are the only manufacturer of Braille Paper that is actually in the Braille business. We have teamed up with paper specialists and have developed a paper made specifically for us, to be used in today’s standard continuous form Braille Embossers. ATC is the largest distributor of production Braille Embossers in North America and we know exactly what type of paper works best, and what to watch out for. Using the wrong paper and “odd-lots” that many of our competitors use, can cause serious damage to your Braille Embosser. Additionally, our paper is created at a single mill, ensuring consistency in color and texture from order to order.
American Thermoform Corporation has been providing products for the blind and visually impaired since 1962. We have been providing Braille Paper to these individuals since 1988. No other Braille Paper companies can say the same. Braille is our business and we are proud to be able to serve you with the finest Braille Paper and products available.2. What are the standard sizes and formats?
The standard finished Braille Paper sizes (once you tear off the tractor feed edges) are 8.5x11” and 11x11.5”. We offer both sizes in either plain or 19-Hole pre-punched formats. The 19 holes are punched on the left hand side and are meant to be used with standard binding rings. All of our Braille Paper is continuous form (tractor feed) to be used with these types of Braille Embossers. Single sheet Braille Paper for use in Perkins Braillers or single sheet embossers is also available.
If your Braille embosser uses roll paper, please note that we also provide our Braille Paper in that format, as well. Standard roll sizes have a width of 9.5” and 12.5” (to allow for the 1/2” perforation to be torn off). Should you need a different size, please contact us and we will order it for you.
3. Things to consider when purchasing Braille Paper?
Quality of the paper itself. You want to use an Acid & Dust free paper. Additionally, you want to ensure that your paper comes from a single mill, ensuring quality and consistent paper each time you order. ATC paper is from a single mill and the highest quality available.
Weight of the paper. A paper that is too thin will cause holes in your Braille dots when Brailled. If the paper is too thick, it could damage your embosser. ATC uses ideal paper weight that has been specially designed and formulated for us.
Quality of the finished product. It is important to have clean tractor feed holes to ensure no problems going through the embosser. You also want to make sure that if you choose the 19 Hole format that the holes are completely punched out. Otherwise, you will have issues binding the finished pages. It is also important to have clean perforated edges once is it separated. Lastly, it is important that the paper is packaged correctly into the box to minimize folding and damage during shipment. We have strict compliance guidelines and are continuously checking the boxes to ensure top quality.
Shipping & Turnaround time of Braille Paper. Shipping is extremely important. To ensure safe travels, ATC uses triple-walled cardboard on the top & bottom, and all sides. This help to minimize any damage during shipment. The last thing you want is to get the paper and have the corners beat up.It is also important to verify that your paper will be shipped in a timely manner. We keep all Braille Paper sizes and stock and they are shipped the same day that the order is received. Shipping can be made via US Mail, UPS, or your preferred provider. We can ship by Ground or Next Day Air, and anything in between. We can all ship via Free Matter for the Blind for those that are qualified under US Postal Service regulations.
4. Ultimately choosing your Braille Paper
When ultimately choosing the paper, it is important to go with top quality, great customer service, and a fast turnaround; all at a fair price. American Thermoform Corporation has that. Our paper is the finest available and is used all across the world by government agencies, educators, individuals and many, many more. When comparing our price to our competitors, you will see that even with exceptional quality, we are up to 40% less expensive.
We appreciate your interest in our Braille Paper and other products for the blind. It is a pleasure to serve you and we thank you for your patronage.
Item Number Add To Cart Braille Paper $40.55 $40.55 $35.35 $35.35 $27.50 $26.50 C1/0-0053 Braille Paper in Roll Format Please call ATC for current price C2/0-0001 $44.00 Online Ordering for Free Matter Shipping for the Blind
Please Note: According to The Domestic Mail Manual Section E040 2.1/2.2: The 'matter' purchased must be for the use for writing by, or designed or adapted for use of a blind person, or other handicapped person.
Brailon and Braille Paper are the only two ATC products allowed by the U.S. Post Office to ship via Free Matter. Insurance for items shipping within the U.S. via Free Matter is available. We are not responsible for goods lost or damaged in transit.
All goods shipped F.O.B. La Verne, CA., U.S.A.
C1/0-0020 $40.55 C1/0-0022 $40.55 C1/0-0025 $35.35 C1/0-0027 $35.35 C1/0-0050 $27.50 C1/0-0051 $26.50
Braille embossing paper • Continuous form Braille paper • Brailon paper for thermoform machines • Swellform Graphics for tactile images • Thermoform machines for Braille reproduction • Label paper used in Perkins Braillers • Braille paper used in Perkins Braillers • Braille/print using one machine • Swelltouch paper for tactile images
1758 Brackett Street, La Verne, CA 91750
Tel. No. (909) 593-6711 Fax. No. (909) 593-8001
(800) 331-3676