Applescript/Filemaker printing

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Just what to know if this is possible.

We currently have multiple FM layouts that the user fills in. From this information we create spec packs for China, these can contain anywhere from 10 to 20 PDF pages. We had an issue where in the print process it would start flashing between layouts as it was creating the appended PDF spec pack. We nullified this by making the print happen in a 5px X 5px square stuck in the upper left corner. When it was done everything would go back to normal.

My questions would be....

1. Can this printing be done via Applescript?

2. If so how involved would it be?

3. Would this eliminate the layout flashing?

4. Is it possible to "SUBMIT" this process so that the user can return to doing work?

Thanks for your time

Michael