04.16.15
Flexographic Technical Association (FTA), in partnership with IDEAlliance, announced the launch of a new, interactive online course, “G7, Flexography and the Production Environment.” Designed for both production and non-production personnel within the flexographic printing industry, the course delivers a comprehensive overview of G7 methodology and outlines its proper implementation to enhance any flexographic workflow.
The eight-module course explores the following topics: Overview of G7 and FIRST (Flexographic Image Reproduction Specifications & Tolerances); calibration techniques to achieve repeatable results; optimization practices to identify the best possible combination of print variables; fingerprinting procedures to successfully match a contract proof; process control techniques to maintain stable press conditions, and reduce set-up time and waste; global standards that reference G7 or Near Neutral Calibration; procedures for matching standard proofs, versus custom datasets; how G7 provides efficiencies for both brand owner and printer; and next steps for G7 and FIRST certification. This self-paced course, narrated by Steve Smiley of SmileyColor & Associates, LLC and Joe Tuccitto, FTA, is $450 for FTA and IDEAlliance members and $900 for non-members.
The eight-module course explores the following topics: Overview of G7 and FIRST (Flexographic Image Reproduction Specifications & Tolerances); calibration techniques to achieve repeatable results; optimization practices to identify the best possible combination of print variables; fingerprinting procedures to successfully match a contract proof; process control techniques to maintain stable press conditions, and reduce set-up time and waste; global standards that reference G7 or Near Neutral Calibration; procedures for matching standard proofs, versus custom datasets; how G7 provides efficiencies for both brand owner and printer; and next steps for G7 and FIRST certification. This self-paced course, narrated by Steve Smiley of SmileyColor & Associates, LLC and Joe Tuccitto, FTA, is $450 for FTA and IDEAlliance members and $900 for non-members.