16AFI17-101 — Managing the Processes of Printing Duplicating, Replicating, Document Conversion, and Copying

16AFI17-101 governs Sixteenth Air Force print plant processes and standards for printing, duplicating, replication, conversion, and copying.

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  • Publication number: 16AFI17-101
  • Title: Managing the Processes of Printing Duplicating, Replicating, Document Conversion, and Copying
  • Date: 2025-03-18

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It covers classified and unclassified printing, bindery, copying, CD/DVD creation, micrographics, document conversion, and image services. It requires prioritized service support and establishes limits for publications, business cards, artwork, advertising, and production requests.

Applies to: This publication primarily applies to 16 AF units and tenant organizations with intelligence and cyber missions located on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Texas, Port San Antonio, and National Security Agency/Central Security Service, Texas.

Topics covered

  • Classified printing
  • Print plant services
  • Business card production
  • Copyrighted material
  • Government publications
  • Production turnaround
  • Emblems and markings

Questions and answers

How are print plant service requests prioritized?

All classified and unclassified requests for services will be supported in a tiered, prioritized approach IAW this instruction.

Are advertisements allowed in government publications?

Do not put advertisements or endorsements of civilian organizations or sponsors in any government publication.

What templates are required for business cards?

Individuals requesting business cards must use one of the templates provided by the print plant.

Who approves business card production?

All business card requests will be evaluated and approved by the print plant printing officer prior to production.

What is the normal production turnaround time?

Normal production “turnaround time is 3- to 5-duty days” from the time the work is approved for printing.

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