TDC3 Melbourne

What TDC3 Melbourne does

TDC3 Melbourne is a privately held, full-service printing and signage company operating from a single location at 548 Bridge Road, Richmond, Victoria. Established in 1986 originally as The Digital Colour Copying Centre (later shortened to TDC3 as services expanded beyond colour copying), the company has run continuously for nearly 40 years, augmented by the 2006 acquisition of Mercury Print which added a third branch. Its current footprint is a 5-employee operation in Richmond serving clients across Victoria.

The company's product portfolio spans small-format (business cards, flyers, brochures, documents), large-format (posters, canvas prints, plan printing, vinyl, mesh, floor graphics, wallpaper), booklets and bound publications (saddle stitched, wire bound, perfect bound), signage and display (mounted signs on Corflute, Foamboard, PVC, and Aluminium Composite; outdoor and teardrop banners; pull-up banners; window decals), and finishing services (laminating, book binding, padding, scanning, foam/PVC block mounting). Underlying technology is traditional offset and digital printing combined with in-house bespoke finishing. A Digital Services line adds graphic design, web design and development, e-book, and e-newsletter production.

TDC3 makes money primarily through one-time product sales at unit prices (e.g., business cards from A$48, outdoor banners from A$110, pull-up banners A$120–A$220, presentation folders A$135–A$215, booklets A$91–A$159, flyers from A$16), with design services billed as professional services. Go-to-market is hybrid: a self-serve e-commerce storefront on tdc3.com.au handles catalog browsing, configuration, and online ordering, supplemented by direct sales/walk-in at the Richmond location and inbound email and phone enquiries. The customer base is a horizontal mix of B2B accounts (including luxury automotive dealerships such as Lamborghini, Maserati, Ferrari, and McLaren Melbourne, premium F&B brands like Starward, Lavazza, and Moon Dog, finance, hospitality, retail, and nonprofit clients like the Royal Flying Doctor Service) and individual consumers purchasing wedding, event, and personal stationery.

Name

TDC3 Melbourne

Website

https://tdc3.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

TDC3 Melbourne is a privately held, full-service printing and signage company based in Richmond, Victoria, offering small- and large-format print, signage, finishing, and design services to B2B clients and consumers since 1986.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Printing Services

NAICS

Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111), Printing and Related Support Activities (3231), Graphic Design Services (541430)

SIC

Commercial Printing (2750), Book Printing (2732), Services-Mailing, Reproduction, Commercial Art & Photography (7330)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAJALAD

Large-Format & Specialty Printing (Signage, Posters, Displays)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Publishing (Books, News, Magazines)/Print Production Services (Printing, Binding, Prepress)

SECONDARYMPAJALAC

Digital Printing (Short-Run, Variable Data)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Publishing (Books, News, Magazines)/Print Production Services (Printing, Binding, Prepress)

SECONDARYMPAJALAF

Finishing & Post-Press Services (Cutting, Folding, Collating, Laminating, Foil, Emboss)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Publishing (Books, News, Magazines)/Print Production Services (Printing, Binding, Prepress)

Keywords

• Commercial printing
• Large format printing
• Signage and banners
• Graphic design services
• Finishing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Richmond

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Print Products Sales: Revenue generated from the sale of printed materials including business cards, brochures, banners, signage, books, and marketing collateral. Products are sold at fixed unit prices with quantities determining total cost.
2. Design Services: Additional revenue stream from graphic design and web design & development services. Customers can hire designers when ordering print products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

TDC3 Print & Digital is a premium print production and bespoke finishing company offering a comprehensive suite of printed products and signage. Core offerings include business cards, brochures, booklets, posters, flyers, pull-up and outdoor banners, mounted signs, window decals, stickers, presentation folders, plan printing, and large format displays. The company also provides graphic design, web design and development, e-book creation, and e-newsletter production as creative digital services.

Product overview

TDC3 Print & Digital is a premium print production company offering a comprehensive suite of printing services and finished products. The product portfolio spans multiple categories: (1) Large Format Printing for posters, canvas, vinyl, and wall graphics; (2) Small Format Printing including color, B&W, and specialty document printing; (3) Bound Publications including Saddle Stitched, Wire Bound, and Perfect Bound booklets; (4) Business Cards and Marketing Cards including standard, specialty, foiled, Scodix metallic, and STAX layered variants; (5) Signage including mounted signs on Corflute, Foamboard, PVC, and Aluminium Composite, plus outdoor banners and teardrop flags; (6) Pull Up Banners in Standard, Premium, and Nimlok configurations; (7) Stickers & Lettering with vinyl and precut options; (8) Presentation Folders in A4/A5 sizes and Package Sleeves; (9) Brochures and Flyers in various folded formats; (10) Digital Design Services for graphic design, web development, e-books, and e-newsletters. The company operates as a single unified print service with finishing capabilities rather than a modular software platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Business Cards Custom business cards including standard, specialty, foiled, Scodix & metallic, STAX layered, loyalty, and postcard variants. Printed on 300gsm–400gsm stocks with gloss, matt, or velvet lamination. For businesses, professionals, and individuals.
• Booklets & Bound Publications Booklet printing with saddle-stitched, wire-bound, and perfect-bound options. Includes clear acetate front covers and leather-grain back covers on wire-bound variants. For catalogues, brochures, reports, manuals, and conference materials.
• Brochures Marketing brochures in folded formats including A4 folded to A5, A4 folded to DL, A3 folded to A4, and Double DL folded. For events, campaigns, and business storytelling.
• Posters & Flyers Marketing materials including paste-up/street posters on 80gsm uncoated paper, A7–A3 flyers, and large A2–A0 format posters with optional lamination. For events, promotions, and grassroots advertising.
• Pull Up Banners Portable retractable banner displays in Standard, Premium, and Nimlok variants printed on 420gsm block-out vinyl. For trade shows, conferences, and events.
• Outdoor Banners Weather-resistant outdoor vinyl banners printed on 510gsm material, available in sizes up to 3000x1500mm with eyelets, hemmed edges, and ropes. For outdoor signage and event displays.
• Teardrop Banners Promotional teardrop flags with dye-sublimation printing on durable polyester fabric, sizes from Small (2300mm) to Large (3700mm), with aluminum pole and carry case. For outdoor events and promotional displays.
• Mounted Signs Rigid signage substrates including Strut Cards, Canvas Signs, Corflute, Foamboard, PVC, and Aluminium Composite panels. For indoor and outdoor display, real estate, events, and construction sites.
• Window Decals Custom window signs using Easy Dot vinyl technology for bubble-free application, including white vinyl stickers, outdoor floor stickers, and indoor floor stickers. For retail storefronts and indoor displays.
• Stickers & Lettering Custom stickers including self-adhesive vinyl stickers for indoor/outdoor smooth surfaces and precut die-cut labels on gloss white, matt vellum, or synthetic stocks. Minimum order 100 A4 sheets. For product packaging, branding, and promotional use.
• Presentation Folders Custom presentation folders in A4 Premium (350gsm Artboard with velvet laminate and Scodix embossed lettering), A4 Standard, and A5 sizes, with 5mm gusset, pocket, and business card slot. For conferences, meetings, and marketing events.
• Package Sleeves Custom packaging sleeves as eco-friendly alternative to full boxing, with luxury gold and silver foiling options. Maximum dimensions 440 x 310mm, minimum 105 x 74mm. For retail and product packaging.
• Plan Printing Wide format architectural, engineering, and construction plan printing with precise scaling and high-resolution output. Supports A2, A1, A0, and B1 sizes on 80gsm Bond or Tracing Paper. For architects, engineers, and construction firms.
• Documents Business document printing from A5 to A3 sizes on various paper stocks including 100% recycled options, available in colour or black & white. For forms, reports, training manuals, and communication materials.
• Wedding & Greeting Cards Personalized greeting and wedding cards on 300gsm stock in A5 (C5 envelope) and A6 (C6 envelope) sizes with 3-5 day production. For individual consumers planning weddings and personal events.
• Digital Services Creative services including graphic design, web design & development, e-book creation, and e-newsletter production. For businesses needing creative collateral and digital presence materials.
• Finishing Services Post-print finishing services including laminating, book binding, padding, scanning & storage, foam block mounting, and hard PVC block mounting. Available as standalone services or bundled with print orders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fast turnaround times
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Snap Print & Design: Australian franchise network offering commercial printing, signage, design, and document services with a similar SMB customer base across Australia. Operates a multi-branch model analogous to TDC3's Richmond footprint.
• Kwik Kopy Australia: Long-established Australian printing franchise providing digital printing, signage, marketing collateral, and graphic design services. Directly comparable B2B print service model with similar product breadth.
• MOO: Premium online printing brand specializing in business cards, brochures, and marketing materials with emphasis on high-end finishes and design. Closest comparable in TDC3's specialty/Scodix/foiled cards niche.
• Minuteman Press: International print franchise with Australian presence, offering commercial printing, signage, and marketing materials. Overlaps with TDC3 across virtually all core product categories and SMB customer segments.

Broad incumbents

• Cimpress (Vistaprint): Global scaled online printing platform (parent of Vistaprint) covering business cards, signage, marketing materials, and apparel. Sets the price/quality baseline TDC3 competes against in commodity print SKUs.
• Printing.com: International print franchise and online platform offering commercial printing, signage, and marketing services. Comparable product breadth and SMB target market, though primarily UK/international footprint.

Emerging players

• Jukebox Print: Online-first print brand specializing in premium business cards and stationery with a focus on design-forward finishes. Competes with TDC3 in the same specialty card category but lacks a local walk-in channel.

Regional players

• Finsbury Green: Australian commercial printer with strong corporate and financial services client base. Comparable B2B print service model with focus on premium corporate communications and managed print programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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