UV Printing for Sheetfed Offset, May 9-11, 2007 - Past

UV Printing for Sheetfed Offset, May 9-11, 2007
Pittsburgh, PA
UV curing of inks and coatings is growing with the increased demand for high gloss, satin, matte finishes, and the need to turn jobs quickly. Hybrid inks have accelerated the trend, since they allow printers to run hybrid inks and UV coatings in-line on the same press.
Attend PIA/GATFÇƒÙs new workshop, UV Printing for the Sheetfed Press, to reduce the learning curve when implementing hybrid technology and discover the optimum combinations of hybrid inks, paper, fountain solutions, rollers, and blankets. Three or more top industry leaders, all specialists in their field will provide expertise in their industry segment.
Like any other new press technology, the application of hybrid UV technology must be well understood in order to realize the expected productivity gains and consistent, problem-free performance. This workshopÇƒÓthe only one of its kindÇƒÓwill help you make a successful transition.
You Will Learn
Common problems associated with hybrid UV and how to avoid them
Critical changeover procedures when switching between hybrid and conventional
How the hybrid system works and the cost and performance differences from full UV
What gloss levels you should expect and how to measure them
Techniques to achieve special coating effects
Capital expenditures and equipment needed to run hybrid inks and UV coating in-line
Who Should Attend
Pressroom Supervisors
Production Managers
Press Operators
Sales and Technical Representatives of ink, UV equipment, and press suppliers
Hands-On Experience Using
Hybrid UV 6/c Press
Workshop Duration
This three-day program offers an inside look at how to optimize the use of hybrid inks and UV coating on your sheetfed presses. The workshop features press time on PIA/GATFÇƒÙs six-color 28-inch press with hybrid ink capability and aqueous and UV coating.
Registration Questions
If you have questions about workshop registration, please contact Kristen Stumpf, Registrar, by phone at (800) 910-4283 x716 or by email at kstumpf@piagatf.org