| Course Information |
| This class is geared for individuals in the corrugated industry desiring extensive hands-on training in high-end graphics. Each day participants will make-ready different jobs with specific training elements built into each print job. Individuals will practice concepts to maximize print quality and productivity with the least number of steps. Participants will leave the class with a strong understanding of the fundamentals of flexographic print and be able to troubleshoot a variety of print related issues upon return to their respective facility. |
| What you Will Learn |
- Anilox roll specifications, purpose, and care
- Press basics for sheet handling
- Influence of impression on registration
- Measuring and adjusting pH and viscosity of inks
- Best use of print control targets
- Measuring and controlling dot gain
- Color theory and matching proofs to print
- Best practices for cleaning the press
- Stabilizing a corrugated press to achieve consitent quality print
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| Press Specifications |
| Training is conducted on a Bobst Flexo 160 outfitted with chambered blades and 2-roll inking system with reverse angle doctor blade. 4 waterbased print stations each equipped with hot air driers. Feeder equipped with high voltage electric arc sheet cleaner. |
| Training is dedicated to the understanding of the printing and converting processes and not to the function of the machine. When requested, classes can be conducted for the purpose of machine training. |
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