Some publishers opt for more modern approach to manufacturing control, utilizing a Born on Date BoD in lieu of a traditional print code or keyline. A BoD may be also be used in addition to a traditional print code. The BoD includes a two-character code indicating where the title was manufactured, the date and the time of day with hours and minutes hour clock. The automated BoD will appear in Arial, 6 pt. An example can be found below. This code is extremely useful when troubleshooting manufacturing questionsβwhen and where was the product produced.
Born on Date placement is currently available in a vertical format with the option of horizontal placement coming in the near future. The vertical placement is currently centered discreetly, vertically within the trim height of the page and. If you opt to use the Born on Date, you must choose the default page position where it will be printed.
Most publishers opt for page position four 4 , though your needs may require elsewhere. Even though you must choose a default page position for your account, you can override the default position on a specific title if necessary. A complete list of the Lakeside Book Company manufacturing location codes can be found below:.
Automated Manufacturing Born on Date Born on Dates provide the publisher, as well as manufacturing, with an easy-to-read, discreet small tagline that indicates what Lakeside Book Company manufacturing facility your product was produced at, the date and time with hours and minutes. Written by Brent Marple Updated on September 26, Automated Manufacturing Born on Date BoD Some publishers opt for more modern approach to manufacturing control, utilizing a Born on Date BoD in lieu of a traditional print code or keyline.
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