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Set up machine for basic rotary die cutting or embossing

Set up machine for basic rotary die cutting or embossing

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCBF227
State Code
AUP42
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up a machine for basic rotary die cutting or embossing.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare job
  • 1.1 Job specifications are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system
  • 1.2 Set-up is carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage
  • 1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked
2. Mount rotary cutting or embossing devices
  • 2.1 Appropriate cutting devices or dies are selected and secured to machine according to job specifications
  • 2.2 Cutting devices or dies are registered and proofed
  • 2.3 Cutting devices or dies are correctly mounted
3. Set up reel system
  • 3.1 Unwind and rewind reels are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 3.2 Webbing procedures are carried out according to job specifications
  • 3.3 Web control system is set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 3.4 Reels are spliced/joined according to job specifications
  • 3.5 Folder and sheeter are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
4. Set up sheet system
  • 4.1 Feeder and delivery systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 4.2 Sheet pick-up and transportation system is set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 4.3 Transfer systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 4.4 Substrate is removed from process according to job specifications
5. Set up machine for basic rotary cutting
  • 5.1 Rotary cutting devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 5.2 Cutting pressures are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 5.3 Counter knives/anvils are set in correct position
6. Set up in-line units for basic processes
  • 6.1 Minor in-line printing/converting/binding units are set up for basic processes and adjusted according to machine requirements and job specifications
  • 6.2 Assistance is given in set-up of major in-line printing/converting/binding units
7. Conduct sample run
  • 7.1 Material to be used for sample is organised correctly
  • 7.2 Machine is set up and operated to produce a specified sample according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 7.3 Sample is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures
  • 7.4 Results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements
  • 7.5 Adjustments are carried out according to product and machine specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3023 ICPCF227C Set up machine for basic rotary die cutting or embossing Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBP32 ICPCBF2270 Set up machine for basic rotary die cutting or embossing Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWB3 ICP20115 Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (General) Qualification