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Web-to-Pack for ecommerce ready print packaging
Leading Web-to-Pack technology providing endless possibilities for you and your business. From instant pricing to print-ready file delivery.
Finally, in a W2P platform, you control!
Meet the latest in packaging innovation:
Web-to-Pack PARAMETRIC CAD
The Next Generation of
Computer-Aided Design for online packaging
SolveSpace is an open-source 2D/3D constraint-based parametric computer-aided design (CAD) software that supports basic 2D and 3D constructive solid geometry modeling. It is a constraint-based parametric modeler with simple drafting tools that is easy to use. It runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS. By default, SolveSpace utilizes its own CAD file format called .slvs for model storage. Jonathan Westhues initially created it in 2008, and as of 2022, a community of volunteers maintains it. PrintNow extended SolveSpace in 2023 to help provide our customers with the first open-source solution designed specifically for eCommerce print packaging.
Create reusable, parametric standards using simple drafting tools built for print packaging
Create new and unique structural designs from scratch to build your custom libraries
Import STEP or DFX files from other folding carton and corrugated styles libraries
Define custom variables like Length, Width, & Depth used for instant ecommerce ordering
Assign production line types like cut, crease, perf, non-print masks, glue, and bleed areas
Add arithmetic expressions to your designs and get production ready output on every order
Create reusable, parametric standards using simple drafting tools built for print packaging
Create new and unique structural designs from scratch to build your custom libraries
Import STEP or DFX files from other folding carton and corrugated styles libraries
Define custom variables like Length, Width, & Depth used for instant ecommerce ordering
Assign production line types like cut, crease, perf, non-print masks, glue, and bleed areas
Add arithmetic expressions to your designs and get production ready output on every order
Web-to-Pack custom libraries
Turn-key eCommerce parametric libraries automated
Parametric libraries tied to CAD solutions have been around for a long time, and not much has changed. What has changed is digital printing and eCommerce. Connecting custom parametric libraries with PrintNow provides the packaging market with the best platform tools to drive sales online and automate workflows.
- Private and Public Libraries
- Corrugated categories
- Paperboard categories
- 2D-and-3D live viewers
Instant packaging and shipping calculations
All the magic starts at the price calculator. PrintNow’s web-to-pack calculator manages the complexities of print packaging workflow all in one commonplace. Fully customized, you can configure all settings unique to each standard. Offer standard sizes and custom dimensions to expose variables like length, width, & depth & more. Provide download dieline support for offline editing & upload later workflow or offer design online & order now. Sample and printed prototypes ordering are both configurable before the total production order. Setup complex add-on options easily and calculate pricing instantly.
- Standard & custom dimensions
- Instant price calculations
- Order downloadable dielines
- Order printed samples
- Order printed production
- Design offline & upload later
- Design online & order now
Web-to-Pack print editor
Web-to-Pack editor designed by industry Web-to-Print experts
PrintNow has been developing web-to-print online print solutions since 2003, so our web-to-pack solution extends on continuous innovation and provides you the best of both technologies all-in-one solution. When it comes to print packaging specifically, a few features stand out:
- 2D layout mode
- 3D model viewer
- Pixel perfect dielines
- Built-in clipping paths
- Custom non-print regions
- Animation support
- 3D Proof Share
- Automated PDF delivery
Web-to-Pack administration
Unified Admin for Web-to-Pack
Import & export SolveSpace 2D (.slvs) parametric files
Configure variables and parameters to be used online
Add standard and/or custom dimensional products
Manage conditional logic rules
Set fold angles & animations
Control print packaging pricing
Sandbox playground for both online and offline testing
Import & export SolveSpace 2D (.slvs) parametric files
Configure variables and parameters to be used online
Add standard and/or custom dimensional products
Manage conditional logic rules
Set fold angles & animations
Control print packaging pricing
Sandbox playground for both online and offline testing
Deep dive into the core of PrintNow
Adding powerful capabilities like these can take your web to print service to the next level. Learn more about the endless possibilities with PrintNow.
Print Store
- B2C Storefronts
- B2B Portals
- Multi-Store Platform
- User Group Segmentation
- Custom Site Themes
- Site Search
- Product Collections
- Image Optimization
- Filtering & Sorting
- Dynamic Price Calculators
- Offline Template Downloads
- Print-ready Order Uploads
- HTML5 Online Designer
- Digital Download Products
- Inventory Tracking
- Reliable 3-Step Checkout
- Promotion Codes & Discounts
- User Dashboard & Account
- Online Proof Approval
- SEO built for Ecommerce
Print Editor
- Google Material Design
- Simple Mode
- Advanced Editor
- File Uploads
- Saved User Projects
- 2D & 3D Proof Modes
- Help Guide
- Text Controls
- Image Controls
- Easy Template Setup
- Rulers & Guides
- Product Loader
- Background Patterns
- Image Libraries
- Element Libraries
- Layout Libraries
- Layer Properties
- Custom Size Controls
- Multi Page Support
- Proof Link Share
Unified Admin
- Angular Material Design
- Analytics & Reporting
- Order Management
- User Management
- Product Development
- Content Management
- Print Pricing Engine
- Email Notifications
- Inventory Controls
- Domain Tools
- PDF Merge Engine
- Bulk Data Updates
- Asset Management
- Checkout Settings
- General Settings
- Site Themes Editor
- User Admin Roles
- SEO Management
- Shipping Methods
- Merchant Accounts
Frequently asked questions, answered.
Can I use ArtiosCAD, Impact, or other parametric software to build standards on PrintNow?
SolveSpace 2D can import STEP or DFX files to get the raw geometry into the program, however, you will need to use SolveSpace 2D to build parametric standards and import into PrintNow.
Do you offer training on SolveSpace 2D or provide services to build the actual parametric designs for us?
Yes, PrintNow offers both training on SolveSpace 2D or product development services to manage the parametric standards for you.
Can I change the custom print calculator used for CAD-related products?
Yes, you have access to the source code template that defines the Dynamic Price Calculator and can customize it as your own. A custom price calculator template works out-of-the-box you can follow when making design modifications.
What is the difference between standard & custom dimensions for my products?
Some print packaging products often come in standard sizes, and defining them makes it easy for the user to get started. Other print packaging products are better off as custom, so you may decide not to show any default dimensions. Some may use both. PrintNow allows you to define your setup uniquely by standard, so you control it the way you want it.
Will customers have direct access to download CAD structures without checking out?
PrintNow supports two methods:
- Instant download generated by PrintNow automatically.
- All end-users will have to check out using the Reliable 3-Step Checkout with a valid account to receive an email with a PDF download link of the die line for offline editing. Also provided are instructions and a link to click when the artwork is final to upload the print-ready file. You can choose to offer the download free, or at a cost you define. Die lines are loaded and not downloaded for end-users opting for online design using the Print Editor.
Will non-print regions, masks, & dielines be included in the print-ready files I receive?
By default, PrintNow includes non-print regions, masks, & dielines in the print-ready files generated by the PDF merge engine. You have the option to remove them from being included in your print-ready files.
How are print parametric jobs generally priced in PrintNow?
When using the Print Pricing Engine in PrintNow “Unit Per Area Range” or “Square Unit Per Area Range” is used for print parametric jobs. We define area range tables and quantity breaks for unit pricing that can calculate area ranges differently. We worked with both paperboard and corrugated companies to determine the industry standards. Please contact PrintNow for further details.
