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TECHSHOP |
| 8:15-9:00 |
![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 601: Braille—What It Is, Why You Should Care, How to Produce It, and What’s New] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Andrew Carey, Cimex Corp.; Q&A Panel: Yvan Magni, Bobst Group North America; Greg Baker, Wagner Die Supply; Ross Hutchison, UEI Group; Steve Brighton, Die-X; Geoff McQuillan, Newline Dies; Fernando Pires, Atlas Die</span><br>While braille is not yet mandated on all pharmaceutical packaging as it is in Europe, it is requested more and is a daily challenge for converters and the diemakers who supply them. Get a quick recap of the IADD’s current Can-Am Braille Standard, learn about different types of tooling to produce it, and discover the ramifications of the new European Directive DIN EN 15823. We will talk about adding braille on a folder gluer and also different types of embossing plates and phenolic counters that can be used on a diecutter, utilizing techniques from both Europe and North America. Our expert panel will address your specific questions and problems.]](info.gif) |
C601 Braille–What It Is, Why You Should Care, How to Produce It, and What’s New |
![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 602: Considerations for Diecutting Foam, Gaskets and Honeycomb (Part 1)] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Bob Wax, Associated Pacific Machinery</span><br>Learn the four elements of diecutting as they relate to materials that are not paper-based (except for envelopes): 1) Material - leather, foam, plastics, gaskets, composites, electronics, textiles; 2) Machines - from manual to systems; 3) Dies - forged, pre-hardened and ground, machined, etched and steel rule; 4) Cutting Surfaces - Urethane, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Nylon, fiberboard and steel. See also related Session 607.]](info.gif) |
C602 Considerations for Diecutting Foam, Gaskets and Honeycomb (Part 1) |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 603: New Decorative Opportunities for Finishing and Folding Cartons] body=[<span class='cap'>Panel: Dennis Drummond, Henkel Coatings; Kathrine Headrick, Laser Excel; Tim Cain, Breit Technologies, LLC</span><br>Learn more about new decorative opportunities including laser cutting, specialty UV coatings and the Cast and Cure™ process. Discover how to incorporate laser cutting into a variety of projects and get the most visual impact from your laser art. Learn how specialty UV coatings can serve an important role in off-line finishing projects and how they can replace more expensive film laminations or laminated visual effects. Become more educated on the Cast and Cure™ process—a low cost, sustainable decorative process integrating UV coating and casting film to create diffractive surface finishes.]](info.gif) |
C603 New Decorative Opportunities for Finishing and Folding Cartons |
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Session 604: Types of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Laser Cutting Systems] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Mike Adams, Adams Technologies</span><br>All computer-controlled laser cutting systems have four components: 1) Laser Source (sometimes called laser resonator); 2) Beam Delivery (the path the laser beam follows from the laser source to the work); 3) Movement (the method of moving the laser, the beam or the work piece) and 4) Controller (the computer that controls the laser and the movement). A system can incorporate various types of all these components; one system may use a flowing gas laser source, while another uses a sealed off laser source. All of these different types of components have advantages and disadvantages that make some configurations ideal for some applications and less than ideal for others.]](info.gif) |
C604 Types of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Laser Cutting Systems |
![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 605: What Corrugated Box Makers Want & Need From Their Suppliers] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Dave Doberstein, Interstate Container</span><br>Corrugated box manufacturers continually strive to increase machine performance through reduced set-up, better stripping, cleaner parts, faster speeds and a greater overall yield. This is the primary focus, but there is more. Find out what the box plants expect from their diemakers in explicit detail. Innovation, new technology, training and press side support are common additions to the original goals.]](info.gif) |
C605 What Corrugated Box Makers Want & Need From Their Suppliers |
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| 10:30-11:15 |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 606: Ancillary Equipment for Folding/Gluing] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Yvan Magni, Bobst Group; Machinery: Bobst EXPERTFOLD 110 A-2 CS Folder-Gluer</span><br>Explore ways to make the most of your in-line folding-gluing capabilities, including using existing equipment to its utmost potential, as well as adding new modules that will help expand box styles and markets. Considering today’s demands for customized folding and gluing in a competitive economic environment, options like embossing, braille (Accubraille), applying a window (Accuwin), inserting CDs, booklets, credit cards and other items at high speed are just some examples of packaging enhancements that can be performed in-line. Discover additional quality assurances that will allow a machine to run at maximum production speed without jeopardizing quality.]](info.gif) |
T606 Ancillary Equipment for Folding/Gluing |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 607: Considerations for Diecutting Foam, Gaskets and Honeycomb (Part 2)] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Bob Wax, Associated Pacific Machinery; Machinery: APM Diecutting Machine</span><br>This real-time, on-press session will demonstrate how the four elements interact and affect one another. See a demonstration of how the equipment, rule and cutting surface affect the cutting of foam, gaskets and honeycomb. See also related Session 602. ]](info.gif) |
T607 Considerations for Diecutting Foam, Gaskets and Honeycomb (Part 2) |
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Demos |
| 3:30-4:15 |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 608: “Do I Saw, Rout or Laser Cut?” Dieboard Converting Equipment Showcase (FREE Session)] body=[<span class='cap'>Moderator: Darrel Griffin, Stafford Cutting Dies; Representatives and Machinery from Adams Technologies and Gerber Innovations</span><br>In the beginning, diemakers had to hand saw dieboards in order to make dies, but today they have more options. Today there are routing and laser systems to convert boards into usable parts for diemaking, but one size does not fit all. Do you want to enter the laser world? If so, what type of system is a better fit for your operation? Or would you rather use a routing system? Attend this <strong>FREE</strong> session to see demonstrations of machines from each of the following sectors: routing systems, low wattage laser systems and high wattage laser systems along with rotary/flat laser combination systems.]](info.gif) |
| T608 “Do I Saw, Rout or Laser Cut?” Dieboard Converting Equipment Showcase |
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![hideselects=[on] offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Sentry Insurance Tailgate Party] body=[<span class='tit'> Join us in the Techshop from 4:00p - 5:00p for musical entertainment and one more look at some of the new products, processes and services on the playing field.</span><br><br>When picking up your badge at the on-site registration counter, you will receive a “game ticket” for the Sentry Insurance Tailgate Party. When this game ticketed is validated by Sentry and a number of other exhibitors, it entitles you to one free beverage.<br><br>]](info.gif) |
Sentry Insurance “Tailgate Party” |
| Exhibit Hall Closes at 5:00pm |
| ACTIVITIES
FOR THURSDAY, MAY 5 |
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| 8:15-9:00 |
![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 609: Challenge the Experts (Diecutting and Diemaking)] body=[<span class='cap'>Panel: Joe Adkison, Adko; Randy Norman, Preco; Craig Pepper, Pace Punches; Clint Medlock, Stafford Cutting Dies; Joe McDowell, CCM Die Supply</span><br>Back by popular demand: bring your diemaking or diecutting problems and our TechTeam™ experts will share information concerning material or substrate options, recommended type of press, recommended tooling, punches, rule, ejection material and special techniques. Don’t keep struggling with the same difficult cutting job every month. <strong>Bring samples of your problem materials</strong> and your questions, and challenge the experts. All of us are smarter than one of us—go home with solutions.]](info.gif) |
C609 Challenge the Experts (Diecutting and Diemaking) |
![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 610: Stump the Techs (Foil Stamping/Embossing)] body=[<span class='cap'>Panel: Brian Hill, Kurz Transfer Products; Kenny Noonan, ITW Foils; Rob McCann, Bobst Group North America</span><br>
Whether you work on a clamshell press or a larger platen press, this interactive session will explore various makeready solutions for difficult stamping and/or embossing jobs. A panel of industry technicians will discuss the best makeready and stamping/emboss-ing techniques for a variety of tough applications. From flat and combination stamping/embossing to difficult-to-stamp surfaces and working with stamping on inks, our technicians will evaluate and discuss actual jobs. What’s more, <strong>bring your own challenging jobs</strong> and our panel will provide solutions for your particular application.]](info.gif) |
C610 Stump the Techs (Foil Stamping/ Embossing) |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 611: Bevels, Coatings, Pointage—What Steel Rule Works Best with Different Materials] body=[<span class='cap'>Panel: Steve Young, Bohler; Jeff Graham, Sandvik; David Bialoglow, National Steel Rule</span><br>
When cutting different materials it helps to have a broader understanding of the many options available in steel rule. Ground vs. shaved edges aid—and sometimes hinder— different cutting processes. Steeper and longer bevels are available to get through tougher and/or thicker materials. Coatings will help with cutting, ejection or the longevity of a knife. Learn what is readily available in steel rule and why they are used for different applications.]](info.gif) |
C611 Bevels, Coatings, Pointage: What Steel Rule Works Best with Different Materials |
![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 612: How to Design & Fabricate Cost Effective, High Performance Stripping Tools] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Andrew Carey, Cimex Corp.; Q&A Panel: John Dickison and Rob McCann, Bobst Group North America; Greg Baker, Wagner Die Supply; Geoff McQuillan, Newline Dies; Fernando Pires, Atlas Die</span><br>Integrate a practical approach to tool design with a “toolbox” of proven techniques and practical ideas. Stripping remains one of the most challenging disciplines of platen diecutting, and while there is minimal time and often insufficient funds, there has to be a more effective way of solving this perennial problem. We’ll illustrate every element of making the best tooling, by analyzing the design and the layout; applying the 80/20 rule to technique selection; selecting the most effective approach for each type and shape of waste; explaining the key principles of how each stripping option works; demonstrating how to sparingly “mix & match” commercial components with standard options; utilizing standard tools, materials, and equipment to fabricate stripping tools and providing a comprehensive understanding of how stripping works.]](info.gif) |
C612 How to Design & Fabricate Cost Effective, High Performance Stripping Tools |
![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 613: Shelf-Ready Packaging, A Panel Discussion] body=[<span class='cap'>Panel: David Couture, Rock Tenn Corporation (Design & End User); Tom Sporleder, Printron Steel Rule Die (Diemaker)</span><br>Today’s demands on shelf-ready packaging have become the hot topic in corrugated point-of-purchase display cases. Learn how the difficulties from the end user have caused designers to rethink designs and tear away options. Educate yourself on the options of different types of rule available to the diemakers. What are the trials and tribulations the diemaker has discovered throughout this process? Learn how to increase the esthetics of corrugated shelf packaging and displays.]](info.gif) |
C613 Shelf-Ready Packaging, A Panel Discussion |
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| 10:30-11:15 |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 614: Methods to Fabricate the Most Effective Stripping Tools] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructors: John Dickison and Rob McCann, Bobst Group North America; Greg Baker, Wagner Die Supply; Machinery: Bobst EXPERTCUT 106 PER Diecutter</span><br>On-press stripping remains one of the most challenging, the most unpredictable, and the most technically difficult disciplines of high-speed diecutting. There is rarely enough time, there are never enough funds, and the schedule often precludes investing in technically innovative commercial stripping systems. How do we make effective stripping tooling in-house using standard tools, materials and equipment to guarantee on-press performance? How do we mix and match components and techniques to cost effectively utilize current technology? How do we evaluate all of the current and emerging stripping systems to know which is the best solution? This program will demonstrate the performance of a comprehensive range of commercially available stripping technology, in a side-by-side comparison, using identical designs and materials, to fully illustrate the power of each alternative approach. Learn how to combine the best of the best in terms of methods, techniques and technology, and how to make world-class and cost-effective stripping tooling in-house. Bring your questions and problems.]](info.gif) |
T614 Methods to Fabricate the Most Effective Stripping Tools |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 615: Matching Tooling to Material] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Randy Norman, Preco, Inc.; Machinery: Preco Flatbed Press and Rotary Converting Platform</span><br>Learn how to calculate the approximate tonnage needed to cut your material. Different types of tooling will be placed in the press so you can see firsthand the results of using the incorrect versus correct knife. See how different cutting mediums affect the finished parts, and get recommendations for what works best for your applications. Bring your difficult-to-cut materials and have a one-on-one discussion of possible solutions. See what happens when the die is not level, the knife is dull, the wrong rubber types are used and many more examples of what causes these daily headaches. ]](info.gif) |
T615 Matching Tooling to Material |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 616: Emboss/Diecut in One Pass - Tips and Tricks] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructors: Robert Weidhaas and Ken Wright, My Press Needs; Machinery: My Press Needs AutoClam Diecutting and Foil Stamping Press</span><br>See a live set-up and production run of a combination diecut and embossed pocket folder produced on a 21.5in. x 32in. clamshell press. See the makeready process for the full perimeter diecut and crease of a traditional pocket folder, as well as the makeready for the embossed panel within the pocket folder. Learn about the opportunities and limitations of embossing and diecutting in one pass, as well as tips and tricks on quick makeready and set-up, including proper techniques to perform a full perimeter diecut without pulling the lead edge steel rule.]](info.gif) |
T616 Emboss/Diecut in One Pass - Tips and Tricks |
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T617 Gaining Productivity and Efficiency with High-Speed Diecutting |
| Exhibit Hall Closes at 5:00pm |
| 6:30-10:00PM |
![hideselects=[on] offsety=[-200] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[IADD•FSEA Awards Banquet] body=[<span class='tit'>Tickets: $75 Each<br><br>IADD•FSEA Awards Banquet</span> - Renaissance Nashville Hotel Ballroom<br><br>6:30p - 7:30p Reception & FSEA Gold Leaf Award Winners Display<br><br> 7:30p - 10:00p Dinner & Awards Presentations<br><br><span class='tit'>Select quantity, then click UPDATE</span>]](info.gif) |
IADD•FSEA Awards Banquet |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 618: Impact of Digital Printing Technology on Finishing and Packaging (Co-Sponsored by Printing Industries of the South - PIAS) FREE Session] body=[<span class='cap'>Panel: Roy Oomen, Hewlett Packard; David Hutchison, Brightmarks; Mark Coalson, Transilwrap; Jeff Higgins, Colorstream Digital</span><br>This special <strong>FREE</strong> session will explore the impact of the digital printing world on finishing and packaging and how digital technology is working with decorative techniques to create specialty effects on cartons, labels and other packaging applications. Also learn specific recommendations for working with digitally printed sheets and specialty processes, such as foil stamping, embossing and coatings. Digitally printed sheets and film laminations will be discussed. What type of laminates work best with digital toners as well as inkjet inks, including UV inks? Learn what types of film laminates are available and suggested applications.]](info.gif) |
C618 Impact of Digital Printing Technology on Finishing and Packaging (Co-Sponsored by Printing Industries of the South - PIAS)
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 619: Fast Press Changeover: An Adaptive Process] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Kevin B. Carey, Die-Cutting Works</span><br>Generating consistent fast diecutting press changeover, high press speed and maximum yield, and producing consistent, exceptional quality diecut parts is the mission, the benchmark and the challenge for every converting operation. Whether using individuals or teams, implementing SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Die), Just-In-Time, 6 Sigma, 5S, and/or combinations of every discipline, the struggle has been to develop a simple, effective and easy-to-learn system of manufacturing which can guarantee predictable performance. The Adaptive Process is the most realistic, practical and effective method of getting the best results from existing personnel, available resources and old or new technology. If you are involved in diemaking or diecutting as a technician, a supervisor, a manager or a company owner, it is vital you do not miss this innovative transformation of the press changeover challenge.]](info.gif) |
C619 Fast Press Changeover: An Adaptive Process |
![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 620: Troubleshooting Problems in Rotary Diecutting Utilizing the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Diecutting] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Rich Putch, Dicar Inc.</span><br>Unfortunately, many of the corrugated finishing lines do not run nearly at optimum capacity. The TAPPI productivity surveys confirm this with nearly “flatline” results for the last 20 years; all this within a time frame where diemaking technology has evolved with laser cutters, waterjets and computerized rule processors. For success, the paper, tooling and machinery must work in harmony. If you’re not content with the ROI on your new equipment or the production metrics from your older equipment, this is a session you’ll definitely want to attend.]](info.gif) |
C620 Troubleshooting Problems in Rotary Diecutting: Utilizing the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Diecutting |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 621: A Guide to Optimal Makeready] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructors: Kevin B Carey, Die-Cutting Works; Rob McCann, Bobst Group North America; Machinery: Bobst EXPERTCUT 106 PER Diecutter<br>Machinery: Preco Four Post Hydraulic Die Cutting Press</span><br>From plates to patch-up, explore the best methods, the most effective techniques and the latest technology. The key to fast press changeover, to deliver optimal speed and yield and to reliably generate consistent diecut part quality, is a factor of our ability to produce a 100% kiss cut and stable cutting/converting impression. Time is short, waste allowance is minimal, runs are shorter and there is no margin for error. So what is the most effective approach … to press leveling; pressure balancing; press and steel rule die calibration; selecting between 8 methods of patch-up; choosing the correct type and hardness of cutting plate; and setting all of the platen stack support materials to reduce complexity, minimize variability and achieve a stable cutting impression with minimal knife edge damage? This innovative workshop provides all of the answers in a simple step-by-step approach to ensure you will gain maximum benefit from attending.]](info.gif) |
T621 A Guide to Optimal Makeready |
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T622 High-Speed Foil Fusing Technology |
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![offsety=[-250] cssbody=[regbdy1] cssheader=[reghd1] header=[Session 623: Cutting and Processing Opportunities Involving Flatbed & Rotary Converting Platforms] body=[<span class='cap'>Instructor: Chris Walker, Preco, Inc.; Machinery: Preco Rotary Converting Platform (RCP)</span><br>Making parts, whether they’re for medical, electronic, automotive or other industrial applications, is a great way to use rotary converting. But what happens when, in the multi-layered building process, it just makes more sense to use a flatbed machine instead of rotary? Maybe it has to do with the final assembly thickness, or how the part needs to be delivered to the next equipment component on which it will be placed. Examine some of the flexibility requirements that can facilitate the making of a successful finished product, instead of breaking the bank, using up-to-date flatbed and rotary tooling capabilities.]](info.gif) |
T623 Cutting and Processing Opportunities Involving Flatbed & Rotary Converting Platforms |
| Exhibit Hall Closes at 2:30pm |