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FLEXOGRAPHIC PRINTING PROCESS TRAINING MODULES
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Provides basic overview of Flexographic printing process and components
of the narrow web press. Students will learn about various types
of printing, plate mounting and cylinders, tooling, inking systems,
inks and substrates. Outlines basic safety fundamentals, OSHA regulations and professional
practices that will help press operators take an active role in
the improvement of their working environment. Provides an introduction to inks, solvents and the procedures
for proper identification, handling and storage. Explains basic operations by following the substrate through the
four major areas of the press. Students will become proficient in
the key sections, controls and functions of a modern narrow web
Flexographic printing press. Focuses on the basics of setting up the narrow web press, including
developing a set-up plan, inspection and installation of appropriate
materials and tools, preparing for various printing options, and
confirming a checklist approval form. Although the overall process
may vary from machine to machine, this module will provide students
with the basic skills to set up any narrow web press. Details typical press run procedures, such as adding and monitoring
inks, performing inspections and quality checks, adjusting registration,
and preparing for the next job. Following this module, students
will be able to efficiently carry out typical press run procedures. Demonstrates correct and efficient clean up procedures to minimize
downtime between jobs and keep press in good working condition.
Students will become familiar with cleaning equipment, step-by-step
procedures, ink removal, labeling requirements, and preparation
of tooling for the next printing job. Provides a basic explanation of standard industry reporting such
as press reports, job history forms, ink and solvent forms, hold
tags, and others. Although individual company records kept may vary,
this module will provide an understanding of basic reporting requirements
and the importance of the information these reports provide. Discusses the characteristics of plates that are required to produce
high-quality print, as well as providing an in-depth look at the
steps used to produce photopolymer plates for Flexographic printing.
Students will gain skills in quality appraisal, improving plate
life, and troubleshooting problems with solvents. Introduces students to the basics of color theory, color separation
and process printing for flexography. Students will gain a fuller
understanding the methods used to produce a high-quality full color
product. Highlights key concepts and principles that allow press operator
to get the best possible printing results and maintain control in
all aspects of the process. All aspects of control will be covered,
including preparation, material components and classification, selection
and use of tooling, proper press side procedures, and steps in problem-solving
press problems. Reviews common quality assurance tests which are used to check print material and teaches the way each is conducted. Following this module, students will be able to test different properties of printed products to ensure a quality product with each press run. |