Online Training offers for printing technology

Basics for flexo printing

The training provides comprehensive knowledge of the basics of flexographic printing and the properties of the process technology. The participants receive an overview of the structure and operating principle of a flexographic printing press and learn about the technical processes on the individual machine modules. In addition to selecting the right consumables, we also address the typical tools for managing the printing process. Participants will also receive an introduction to machine operation, including the processes for production startup and job changeover. In addition, participants will receive an introduction to press operation and learn tips on how to correct typical printing errors and improve production and quality.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Basics of flexographic printing: repro, printing plates, sleeves, plate mounting,tapes, anilox rollers, colors and quality
• Structure and operating principle of a flexo printing press and its individual modules
• Selection of the right tools and consumables
• Troubleshooting of typical printing errors
• Introduction to machine operation

Training duration: 3 days, 2 to 3 hours each day

Operation of the W&H central operating panel (PROCONTROL)

In this online training you will learn how to operate the W&H central operater panel PROCONTROL for operating a W&H printing press with the various software options.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Printing unit
• TURBOCLEAN
• Winder
• Drying system
• Job handling

Training duration: 4 hours

Function and operation of the W&H non-stop winders

In this online training you will learn the basics regarding operation and adjustment of the W&H winding technology on your printing press with the different software options and panels.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Explanation of all operating panels and software options
• Basic functions of the winding and unwinding
• Material inputs
• Web tension control- Automatic reel change

Training duration: 3 hours

Function and operation of the W&H assistance and automation systems EASY SET and EASY REG

In this online training, you will learn the functions and operation of the W&H EASY SET and EASY REG assistance and automation systems for the automatic register setting of flexographic printing units.

In detail, we address the following topics:

EASY SET S & EASY REG S

• Detailed explanation of the operating principle
• Advantages and disadvantages of the system
• Mounting the EASY REG S label

EASY SET HD & EASY REG HD

• Detailed explanation of the operating principle
• Advantages and disadvantages of the system
• Care and maintenance of the system

Training duration: 2 hours

Maintenance of the ink supply

In this online training course, you will learn the basics of maintaining the inking units on your flexo printing press.

In detail, we cover the following topics:

• Basic operation of the inking units
• Calibrating the pump frequencies
• Alignment of the doctor blade chamber
• Installing and removing a pump
• Service functions of the manual control panel
• Training contents for download: Replacing a diaphragm

Training duration: 4 hours

Function and calibration of the color decks

In this online training, you will learn the basics regarding the function and calibration of the inking units of your press.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Operating principle and structure of the color deck
• Zero point adjustment and calibration procedure
• Service and test functions
• Routine care and maintenance

Training duration: 3 hours

Function and check of the solvent sensors (drying)

In this online training, you will learn the basics about how LEL sensors work and how to check them.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Operating principle
• Checking and monitoring
• Routine care and maintenance
• Service pages

Training duration: 2 hours

Operation and maintenance of the VISTAPORT

In this online training course, you will learn the basics of operating and maintaining the VISTAPORT fully automatic robot system for loading and unloading the W&H VISTAFLEX flexographic press.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Basic operation and structure of the VISTAPORT
• Service functions of the manual control panel
• Calibration of the axes
• Service pages

Training duration: 4 hours

Function and maintenance of the drive system

In this online training, you will learn the basics of web tension control and drive maintenance.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Basic operation and structure of the drive system
• Weighing in sensing rollers and dancer rollers
• Service and test functions
• Routine care and maintenance

Structure and handling of the W&H electrical plans

In this online training course, you will learn the basics of the W&H electrical plans.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Structure of the W&H circuit and electrical diagrams
• Parts identification with the help of component marking
• Cross references
• Voltage potentials

Training duration: 2 hours

Basics for gravure printing

The training provides comprehensive knowledge of the basics of gravure printing and the properties of the process technology.

In detail, we address the following topics:

Basics

• Overview of different printing processes (offset printing, flexographic printing, gravure printing)
• Structure and operating principle of a gravure printing press
• Color theory
• Measurement technology in gravure printing

Cylinder manufacturing for gravure printing:

• Cylinder manufacturing and processing
• Engraving technologies and their advantages and disadvantage

Printing inks for gravure printing:

• Measuring tools
• Components of ink
• Ink systems
• Corona pretreatment

Influencing variables for gravure printing:

• Doctor blades
• Impression roller
• Printing speed
• Temperature
• Web tension
• Sources of errors and their correction

Training duration: 6 hours

Operation of the central operating panel W&H PROCONTROL

In this online training you will learn how to operate the W&H central operater panel PROCONTROL for operating a W&H printing press with the various software options.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Printing unit
• TURBOCLEAN
• Winders
• Drying system
• Job handling

Training duration: 4 hours

Function and operation of the W&H non-stop winders

In this online training you will learn the basics regarding operation and adjustment of the W&H winding technology on your printing press with the different software options and panels.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Explanation of all operating panels and software options
• Basic functions of the winding and unwinding
• Material inputs
• Web tension control
• Automatic reel change

Training duration: 3 hours

Function and check of the solvent sensors (drying)

In this online training, you will learn the basics about how LEL sensors work and how to check them.

In detail, we address the following topics:

• Operating principle
• Checking and monitoring
• Routine care and maintenance
• Service pages

Training duration: 2 hours