MECHANICAL REQUIREMENTS

 

 
 

1. Submit files formatted in Macintosh in the following software: QuarkXPress 6.0, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (Versions 3.0.1), and/or high resolution PDF. Color image, color and grayscale images with at least 300 dpi. Black and white images with at least 1200 dpi all in CMYK.

2. Submit a proof with all the pertinent information. Color prints should be included with all jobs. Make notes on any laser proofs; clarify color, placement of images, and any other pertinent information.

3. Label all computer discs with: file names, company name, telephone number, publication name and issue. Please back up all files before sending disks to us, we reserve the right to delete or overwrite any disks given to us. All layout file names that are needed for publishing must be written completely on an instruction sheet.

4. You must include screen and printer fonts for each postscript font used. Be sure to include the fonts contained in your EPS files. Truetype or multiple master fonts are not acceptable. Do not create stylized fonts using the measurements palette. Use the actual italic, bold, etc. versions of the font.

5. When creating document pages make sure to use the correct page size. Example 1: If final print job size is going to be 8.25 x 10.75 do not include bleed in page size. You should make page 8.25 x 10.75 then extend bleed 1/4 inch (0.5 cm) over edges of page.

6. All photo images must be saved in CMYK or Grayscale mode containing no alpha channels, no file compressions, no masks and no layers. Place images at 100% scaling with 300 dpi. Line work bitmap scans (logos) should have 1200 dpi resolution.

ALL ADVERTISEMENTS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED VIA OUR FTP SITE OR CD ROM.

FTP Instructions: To send materials via our FTP site, log onto www.cpa-mpa.com and request an account by clicking the “Log-in” button. A username and password will be sent to you via e-mail along with instructions for upload. This username and password can also be used for all future submissions.

Please double check all files copied to the CD ROM, by trying to open them from the disk. Use virus software to scan all disks supplied.

Any questions or concerns, along with text for translations and material instructions, can be submitted directly to our Production Department at ads@cpa-mpa.com

We strongly discourage the submission of advertisements via e-mail due to SPAM filters. We cannot be responsible for errors if the above instructions are not followed and may cause additional costs to be incurred.

PUBLISHER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ANY ADVERTISING IF IT DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARDS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

PREVIOUS ADS WILL BE REPEATED IF NEW ARTWORK IS NOT RECEIVED BY THE PUBLISHED MATERIALS CLOSING DATE.

 

 
 


Agency Commission - Advertising Agency (commission to recognized agencies only): 15% on space, color, and position only provided if payment is made within 30 days of receipt of invoice. Commission is not provided on production charges reprints, etc. All billings are due and payable 30 days from the date of the invoice and both the advertiser and its agency are jointly liable for the payment of the invoice. Commissions will not be given to accounts that are 60 days past due.

Special Services - The cost of preparing inserts suitable for use as mailers or brochures will be quoted upon request. Translations of product literature and/or catalogues to the Spanish language will be quoted upon request.

Inserts and Reprints - Prices submitted upon request.

Translation Service - Spanish translation of any advertisement appearing in Construcción Pan-Americana will be done free of charge. Advertising should not contain any words in any other language except trade marks and name and address of company.

A reasonable amount will be charged for typesetting, layout, scanning, etc., on all work done by us.

Mailing Instructions: Correspondence, contracts, insertion orders, CD ROMs, proofs, copy,reproduction material, etc., should be sent to:

4913 S.W. 75 Ave., Miami, FL 33155-4440, U.S.A.
Phone: 305-668-4999 – Fax: 305-668-7774
E-mails: info@cpa-mpa.com – Website: www.cpa-mpa.com