CUT & INK
Cut & Ink functions as an integral in-house design, print, and production studio located within the Aalto Design Factory. Our primary mission is to maintain, update, and create essential content for both the Aalto Design Factory and the Viima building. Our team possesses extensive expertise in print, digital, video, and photography production, supported by several decades of combined experience in both Aalto and freelance environments.
UTILIZING CUT & INK
Aalto students, researchers, and staff are encouraged to use our services for their study-related projects and prototyping needs. To facilitate smooth and efficient service, please submit your printing or cutting tasks through the email link here. Follow the submission process to ensure a smooth workflow and timely request fulfillment. Please give us 2-3 workdays for delivery.
Our staff often works on focus-intensive tasks like coding, editing, and graphic design. To serve you better, please use the webpage submission button instead of approaching us directly. Thank you for your understanding!
We specialize in vinyl cutting and inkjet printing. Our vinyl cutting uses single colors based on the material’s inherent color, with layers needed for multicolor designs. Our inkjet printing focuses on posters for educational and prototype purposes, primarily on regular coated paper, and the service is free.
For vinyl cutting, submit files in AI, SVG, or DXF with vector-format lines and text. For paper printing, submit PDFs adjusted to the final print size.
Our complimentary services and materials are designed to support small educational and prototype needs within the Aalto community, focusing on academic rather than large commercial events.
JOB SUBMISSION
Always submit job requests via email
Please email your request to cutink-df@aalto.fi
- What do you need, print or vinyl sticker?
- What prototype or study project is this for?
- What is your deadline?
- What is the size of your print?
- Make sure you attach the files. If unsure check the FAQ above.
Pro tip! If you click on the email link the email will be pre-filled for you ;).
Wait
Wait for our reply. If you have not received a response, your project is probably not completed, and just dropping by Cut & Ink for pickup will not speed things up. Remember, this is a community service, and we have regular daily tasks. We usually complete prints in 1-2 days. Vinyls might take a bit longer if they are complex. Thank you for your understanding and patience!
Pickup
When your project is printed / cut your will get a confirmation and pick up instructions.
CONTACT
Address and contact details
Viima Building is located at Puumiehenkuja 5, Entrance A. The main door is open from 07:45 to 18:00. Aalto staff members can access the building with their key tag outside of these hours.
Cut & Ink is located on the 1st floor of the Viima building right next to the lobby. We sit in the same place as ADF Admin.
Please do not submit job requests to anyone personally! Use the submission email link here.
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Anna Kuukka Design Coordinator
anna.kuukka@aalto.fi +358 50 537 2664
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Valtteri Bade Visual Communication Specialist
valtteri.bade@aalto.fi +358 50 441 5851
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Sushant Passi Digital Prototyping Specialist
sushant.rajpassi@aalto.fi
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George Atanassov Services Manager
george.atanassov@aalto.fi
+358 41 465 1391
Aalto DF