How can I convert digitally signed PDF's so I can combine them into a single multi-page PDF?

We are an architectural firm and we receive drawings from consultants as PDF's that are digitally signed.  In order to combine all of our drawings into a single PDF, we currently send the PDF's to a printer, have them printed, and scan them as new PDF's.  This process reduces the clarity of the PDF and re-printing the scanned PDF's reduces the clarity even further.  Is there a way to "flatten" or otherwise convert the digitally signed PDF's so we can combine them into a single multi-page PDF?  Making a portfolio is not an option.  We need an actual multi-page PDF for a variety of reasons.  This problem is actually preventing our office from using digital signatures so any help would be greatly appreciated.

You can't. There was a discussion on this Forum a few months ago on this subject. Look it up for more info.

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