2014 TAPPI Troubleshooting "Flexos" and "Die Cutters" Sustain Board Caliper & Improve Printing Course
 
Event Details
2014 TAPPI Troubleshooting "Flexos" and "Die Cutters" Sustain Board Caliper & Improve Printing Course
05/13 - 05/15/2014
Appleton
United States

 

Are you looking to identify and address downtime issues? Do you need to develop a better understanding of machine calibration and how to maintain proper board caliper during the converting process? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then the TAPPI Troubleshooting “Flexos” and "Die Cutters” Sustain Board Caliper & Improve Printing Course is for you.
 
With this course you can expect to receive a complete presentation on efficient and cost-effective methods of box making. This is a direct, easy to understand presentation of the manufacturing process including ink management, effective setup techniques and machine calibration. When you complete this course, you will be armed with the know-how that can result in a lean manufacturing facility with a cost effective process.    

This popular course has been part of TAPPI’s Short Course offerings for more than 10 years. Over 150 students from 14 different countries have completed this course and some companies repeatedly send new students every time the course is offered.
 
Learning Outcomes
After successfully completing this course, you should be able to:
  1. Explain effective and proven "One Box” Set Up techniques
  2. Describe the Settings required to complete the “Time & Register” Process  
  3. Discuss and demonstrate in a workshop environment proper Centerlining Techniques
  4. Demonstrate an easy method to control Ink Management, Consistent Color and proper Wash up procedures.
  5. Describe proper methods of measuring “TIR (Total Indicator Runout) Settings for Pull Collars, Scoring & Slotter Heads.  
  6. Identify tools for effective waste reduction
  7. Simulate the presentation of technical and commercial contracts to printing plate and cutting die suppliers