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Set up for specialised flexographic printing

Set up for specialised flexographic printing

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPRN513
State Code
AUP19
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
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
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up machines for specialised flexographic printing. It applies to individuals required to set up for specialised colour jobs and who have a good knowledge of substrates and press settings. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm non-routine job specifications
  • 1.1 Job requirements are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system
  • 1.2 Set up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time, with minimum wastage
  • 1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked
  • 1.4 Proofed job is checked for conformance with job specifications
2. Select and prepare inks and solvents for non-routine job
  • 2.1 Inks and solvents are selected according to job specifications and end-user requirements
  • 2.2 Quality and suitability of inks and solvents are checked and appropriate action is taken
  • 2.3 Inks and solvents are prepared according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, and manufacturer’s/supplier’s instructions with suitable precautions to minimise waste
  • 2.4 Correct colour and weight/volume of ink are mixed and viscosities checked and modified according to press requirements and non-routine job specifications
  • 2.5 Ink formula and approved colour draw downs are appropriately recorded
  • 2.6 Inks and solvents are appropriately labelled, handled and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s instructions and relevant hazardous liquids storage regulations
3. Set up machine for specialised flexographic printing
  • 3.1 Flexographic plate cylinders are installed and register adjustments centred
OR
  • 3.2 Sleeves are installed in press and register adjustments made
OR
  • 3.3 Plate mounting sheets are mounted on cylinders in press, and register adjustments made
  • 3.4 Plate cylinders are gauged up or pre-set to impression
  • 3.5 Anilox rollers are selected to suit individual colour and plate reproduction requirements for each unit
  • 3.6 Appropriate ink metering system is selected for each unit
  • 3.7 Inking system is set up and roller nips/blades are set correctly
  • 3.8 Ink circulation is maintained at correct level
  • 3.9 Viscosities are adjusted according to job specifications
  • 3.10 Air volume and drier temperatures are selected to suit inks, substrate, solvents, and according to job specifications
  • 3.11 Air volume is adjusted between colours to maximise drying and minimise air overspill
4. Conduct proof run
  • 4.1 Material to be used for proof is organised correctly
  • 4.2 Press is set up and operated according to WHS guidelines
  • 4.3 Print impressions are set to minimum kiss impression
  • 4.4 Web tensions are correctly set at unwind, between stations and rewind
  • 4.5 Print is checked for register
  • 4.6 Drying is checked as sufficient to key ink to the substrate
  • 4.7 Viscosities are adjusted to obtain the correct colour at proof speed
5. Organise proof inspection and/or testing
  • 5.1 Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures
  • 5.2 Production does not commence without client approval or authority where appropriate
6. Troubleshoot machinery and material problems
  • 6.1 Corrective or preventive action is recommended and implemented where appropriate
  • 6.2 Changes are communicated to relevant personnel in a logical and easily understood manner
  • 6.3 Changes are monitored to confirm improvement to production efficiency
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3208 ICPPR513C Set up for specialised flexographic printing Unit of competency