2-Day Certification Program
APR Technical Training Center, Glendale Heights, IL
As defined by the FTA:
Expert Flexo Press Operator (Level IV)
The "Expert Flexo Press Operator" is the ultimate position of achievement in the Flexographic printing industry. This achievement requires five years of experience as a lead press operator, who has mastered the core skills, as defined by the National Council for Skill Standards. They must understand the workflow characteristics of the printing process, comprehend the broad aspects of the industry, and the financial results of their actions. Labor laws, safety practices, and environmental regulations must be understood. Certification provided by NCSS.
The National Skill Standard Board was established after The U.S. Departments of Education and Labor joined together to develop voluntary skill standards, benchmarked to the highest standards of America's International Competitors.
The purpose of the Expert Flexo Press Operator Certification program is to review, test and certify "Expert Level" Flexo Press Operators in the Flexographic Industry. The exam was developed in conjunction with the FTA and assesses knowledge at an expert level of performance. It facilitates the ability of flexo printers to benchmark their operators knowledge against predefined industry standards across a full knowledge base of the processes involved to produce repeatable quality flexographic print.
APR is honored to be approved to proctor the examination and offers a two-day review courses designed to be taken just prior to taking the exam. All APR trainers have been Classified and Certified as "Expert Flexo Press Operators" by the NCSS.
DAY 1
- Introduction and Brief History of Flexo (Aniline) Printing Industry
- Basic Mathematical Skills
- Color Measurement and Management
- Flexographic Printing Plates
- PrePress Processes and Practices
- Inks
- The Delivery System
DAY 2
- Press Components and Settings
- Substrate Properties
- Die Cutting
- Preventative Maintenance
- Housekeeping
- Safety
- Examination
Pre-requisites: Requires a minimum of 5 years experience in multi-color press production and 2.5 years in a lead operating position.
Pricing:
$750.00 per person
Enrollment is limited to 8 participants. Your fee includes a review of skills for Level IV/NCSS in preparation for certification exam, FTA exam fees, one copy of Flexographic Image Reproduction Specifications & Tolerances (FIRST text) with CD-ROM and daily lunches and beverages. The schedule for each day is 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. On the second day, participants will start the exam by 1 p.m. and can expect to be finished by 3:30 p.m. or sooner.
This program is periodically offered at our facility in Glendale Heights, IL; however, we can also come to your facility.
In addition to the Basic Flexographer Certification training we also offer:
- Flexographic Certifications
- FTA Level I: Basic Flexographer Certification (2-Days)
- FTA Level II: Flexo Press Operator Certification (2-Days)
- FTA Level III: Accomplished Flexo Press Operator Certification (2-Days)
- FTA Level IV: Expert Flexo Press Operator Certification (2-Days)
Getting More Information
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If you would like more information about APR's Training Programs, please call 1 (800) 445-4017, or contact us at [email protected], or contact your local APR Salesman.