Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Printing Partner in Troy, NY
Alchar Printing has been a trusted name in the printing industry since 1968, delivering high-quality solutions to businesses, agencies, and political campaigns. Founded by Alan Dustin and Charlotte Foster, the company was acquired by Jack Hupe and Tom Dowd in 1978, who established its union statusa commitment maintained for over 45 years. Our expansion through strategic acquisitions and adoption of cutting-edge technology has positioned us as a leader in New York States printing sector.Certified as a NYS Woman-Owned Business Enterprise since 2006, we prioritize customer satisfaction through personalized service and end-to-end project management. Our accolades, including recognition from the NYS Small Business Development Center and the Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce, reflect our dedication to excellence. We actively support local communities through volunteerism and philanthropy, ensuring our impact extends beyond our core services.
Services
Graphic Design
Digital Printing
Campaign Materials
Full-Service Bindery
Political Mail Services
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- Certified NYS Woman-Owned Business Enterprise since 2006
- Union-operated with 45+ years of craftsmanship
- Awarded Client of the Year by NYS Small Business Development Center
- End-to-end project management from design to delivery
- Quick turnarounds without compromising quality
Associations and certifications
- NYS Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise
Services
Graphic Design
Our in-house team provides creative graphic design for logos, branding, and marketing materials. We support both Mac and PC platforms, ensuring seamless integration with client workflows. Our designers collaborate closely to translate ideas into visually compelling outputs.
Digital Printing
We offer high-quality digital printing up to 13" x 19" with options for color or black-and-white. Services include poster printing up to 36" wide, lamination, and mounting on foam core or gator board for durability.
Campaign Materials
Specializing in election campaign needs, we produce palm cards, lawn signs, bumper stickers, and invitation packages. Our team ensures timely delivery of accurate messaging to engage voters effectively.
Full-Service Bindery
Our bindery department handles folding, scoring, collating, stitching, die-cutting, and mailing. Skilled staff manage projects of all sizes, ensuring precision and efficiency in every finishing detail.
Political Mail Services
We provide end-to-end political mail services, including direct mail campaigns and fulfillment. Our solutions ensure compliance with postal regulations while optimizing delivery timelines for maximum campaign impact.
Questions
What printing services does Alchar Printing offer?
We provide graphic design, digital printing, campaign materials, bindery services, and political mail solutions tailored to client needs.
Is Alchar Printing certified as a woman-owned business?
Yes, we have been a NYS Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise since 2006.
Are your printing services union-operated?
Yes, we have been a union-printing company since 1978, ensuring quality craftsmanship.
Do you handle political campaign printing?
Yes, we specialize in campaign materials like lawn signs, palm cards, and direct mail.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve clients across New York State.
Reviews (6)
Garry Ero
May 08, 2022
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My job gets all their postcards done here for member invites. They are fast, professional and courteous. Well Done.
Ken Zalewski
Nov 27, 2021
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I have been utilizing Alchar for my printing needs for many years. The staff is friendly and professional, and their quality of work is superb. They communicate effectively throughout the process, and they are able to turn around complex printing jobs very quickly. I would highly recommend Alchar.
Clare Memole
Aug 14, 2021
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I needed to print some invitations and decided to give Alchar Printing a try. I'm delighted I did! They have excellent quality paper and printing. The invitations looked absolutely gorgeous! The staff was incredibly helpful and professional. Their prices were affordable too. If I need to print anything, I'll definitely be back. I'm so glad I was able to support such a wonderful local business!
Peter Warren
Jun 18, 2021
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My organization had a rush job and we couldn't have been happier with Alchar's quality, price and service. Their super-fast turnaround time took a lot of stress and pressure off us!
Tersha
May 09, 2021
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Always had great experiences working with the team at Alchar. They're great at what they do, and very responsive to concerns.
Jeanie Scott
Jan 24, 2021
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So awesome to be able to work with a local business. I had a simple job and they made it look professional. Excellent quality at an exceptional price - actually significantly less cost than major chain. Highly recommend
