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Poster Printing

Consultation, printing, and online scheduling for posters makes poster creation easy for your Research ShowCASE, class project, or conference presentation. KSL has a large format printer located in the Center for Statistics and Geospsatial Data (2nd floor) and the expertise to share with you so you can begin.

Poster consultation is by appointment so you can learn tips for organizing your content and saving the files in the best formats for displaying large works. Scheduling is convenient and online!

Note: that the large format printer in the CSGD may be used by Case, CIA & CIM STUDENTS and POST DOCS only for map and poster printing. Other Staff and Faculty members must use Campus Printing Services or another printing service.  

If you do not have a Case, CIA, or CIM ID you will not be permitted to print here.  The only exceptions are visiting undergraduate student researchers.

NEW!  KSL now also offers lamination services.  This can be done during your printing appointment for smaller posters and signs 24" wide or less.  See Payment Details below for more information. 

Poster Appointment Details:

  • Schedule an appointment via the online calendar. Appointments are on a first-come basis, no walk-ins.
  • Appointments are verified within 24 hours. Check back to make sure yours is correct.
  • Schedule appointments at least 2 weeks in advance for best selection of available times.
  • Appointments are either 30 minutes or 1 hour, M-F, between 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.  Additional evening and weekend appointments are available for several weeks prior to Research ShowCASE and SOURCE Symposium.  Available appointment times are shown in GREY on the online calendar.
  • NEW!  If you only are printing a final, you need not be present during your scheduled appointment time.  Email (10MB or less) to ann.holstein@case.edu or drop off your file in person prior to your scheduled 30 minute appointment time.
  • Appointments can also be made for assistance in setting up a poster in PowerPoint.
  • NOTE: Your library account must be in good standing to use library services & poster printing. Check early, and clear fines with library staff at the Main Service Desk.
  • NOTE: No-Show charge: $5 Cancel by phone or email within 12 hours to avoid a charge on your account. 

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Poster Details:

  • Limited currently to two posters per student, per semester.
  • Size: maximum width of 42", unlimited length.
  • Avoid dark, solid backgrounds. Dark backgrounds incur an additional $10.00 charge.
  • Option: a free, full-sized draft-print of your poster, for last minute check & changes.
  • Posters can be emailed before the printing appointment or retrieved from email at the appointment. The poster can be also be brought to the appointment on a CD or USB drive.
  • Acceptable formats: PowerPoint (.ppt or .pptx), PhotoShop, Illustrator, Publisher, .pdf file.
  • Caution: Avoid using .bmp, .gif, or Prism files on your poster, they may cause printing errors.  Save graphs and images into another file format when possible.

Payment Details:

Maximum width is 42", and pricing varies by size and background color. Payment must be made on the same day as service: cash, check, CaseOneCard (CaseCash deduction from your account), or Case SpeedType number (department/project account number)

  • Gloss or Semi-Gloss Print Poster Prices:
    • $2 (8.5x11")
    • $10 (24" length)
    • $20 (36" length)
    • $25 (42" length)
    • $35 (48" length)
    • $45 (56" length)
    • $60 (68" length)
    • Over 68" length: $10 each additional foot
  • Plain White Paper Prices:
    • 50¢ (8.5x11")
    • $2 (24" length)
    • $4 (36" length)
    • $5 (42" length)
    • $6 (48" length)
    • $8 (56" length)
    • $10 (68" length)
    • Over 68" length: $2 each additional foot
  • Dark, solid background, any paper type:
    • $5 additional (42" length or less)
    • $10 additional (over 42" length)
  • NEW! Lamination Services:
    • 50 cents per square foot
    • Maximum width of 24"
    • 1.5 mil laminate only (thin & flexible)
    More than just a printing service, KSL offers staff that is experienced in creating posters! You'll benefit from guidance on what fonts are effective, what elements work on large format posters, and assurance that the final resolution is correct for your project.

Contact information for Ann Holstein and Center location are available on the KSL CSGD site.

9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

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Services FAQ

Can I print at KSL? What does it cost & how do I pay?
KSL computers link to 2 high speed, high volume printers. All printing costs 5 cents a page, and you can pay with with your CaseOneCard, coin, $1 or $5 bills. Printers are on the main floor and second floor, across from the elevators.  For locations, check our Maps.
Can I photocopy at KSL? What does it cost & how do I pay?
KSL photocopiers are on the main floor, third floor, and Lower Level, so you can photocopy books and journals. Copies cost ten cents a page on digital copiers, and you can pay with your CaseOneCard, coin, $1 or $5 bills.  For locations, check our Maps.
How do I know what’s new and what new books there are?
Read the KSL News Blog for events, services, tools & more, that help you do research. Find it on the library homepage. New Books can either be an RSS alert for your subject area or you can browse the New Books Display on the 1st floor of the Kelvin Smith Library.
Where do I get change? / Is there a Change machine?
Use your ID as your cash, not coins & bills. KSL does not give change & asks you to plan ahead for printing and copying. The copiers & printers take $1 & $5 bills and coins, and will give change for a copy/print when there is suffficient change in the machine. Plan ahead! Activate your CaseOneCard ID if you are a staff member, faculty, or grad student.
Where are the Bathrooms?
KSL bathrooms are on all floors, always behind the elevators.  Check our Maps for more information.
How do I get a library card?
Your Case ID is your library card if you are enrolled or employed at Case. The first time you use it, staff will swipe it on a library computer to activate your library account and then you can use your ID at any Case library or OhioLINK member library, if your account is in good standing.
Is there a book drop? Is there a drive-up book drop?

KSL has a book drop in the front of the building, under the covered portico, on the Thwing Center side of the Main Doors. Currently, there is no drive-up book drop. The KSL bookdrop is open when there are no Regular Business Hours–when KSL is open, bring your items to the inside book drops. Videos & DVDs must be returned to staff at the Main Service Desk so the are not damaged in bookdrops.

Can I fax something at KSL?
KSL does not have fax services but Thwing Center, next door, does in Printing Services. Stop in weekdays 8-5:30 p.m. for information about fees, etc.
Does KSL have a SelfCheckout Machine? When can I use it?
KSL’s 3M SelfCheckout machine is on the Main Service Desk and can be used whenever you are in KSL! (You must have used your Case ID card at least once before at a Case library for a regular checkout with staff, so your ID data is swiped into the system.) Use SelfCheckout during 24×7, or whenever you need to save time.
Can I checkout the CPL@Case-KSL books and magazines on the KSL SelfCheckout?
Use the CPL SelfCheckout machine nearby the CPL@Case-KSL collections, with your CPL library card. The KSL SelfCheckout machine reads only Case ID cards and Case barcodes.

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