Run a Lean Machine – Learn Calibration Tools to Cut Costs and Waste

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The TAPPI Lean Manufacturing – Flexo and Die Cutters Course – offered May 24-26 in Norcross, Ga., focuses on two aspects of machine calibration that help our box plants manage costs and improve throughput:

1. Centerlining – Gives the plant the necessary tools to sustain board caliper in the converting process. It assures proper ECT numbers.

2. Time & Register Calibration – This is the calibration tool that Dick Target terms the "One-Box Set Up" calibration, which can certainly reduce plant waste.

View coverage about this course in the recent Corrugated Today magazine.

Industry veteran Dick Target of "On Target Consultants" leads the Course Schedule, which offers 1.5 CEUs.

Target's content also covers:

• Methods on how to Zero the Gear Train in the Press

• Proven, effective "One Box Set Up" techniques • Ink management for consistent color and proper wash-up procedures

• Measuring TIR (Total Indicator Runout) settings for pull collars, scoring and slotter heads

• Anilox roll care and maintenance schedules

• Implementing a successful Five-S Program (sort, set in order, shine, standardize and sustain)

• Identifying tools for effective waste reduction

• Simulating the presentation of technical and commercial contracts to printing plate and cutting die suppliers

• Calibrating machines to OEM specifications

• How tooling should be purchased and used in a cost-effective manner

Don't linger because this course will sell out at 25 seats. Register before April 29, 2011 to get a discounted rate.