Integrating Digital Post-Print Press in Corrugated Plants: Challenges and Solutions

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | 12:00pm ET 

Created with the support of AICC Education Investor HP

About This Webinar

As the corrugated industry continues to evolve, many converters are exploring the integration of digital post-print press technologies to meet the growing demand for high-quality, customized packaging solutions. However, this transition comes with its own set of challenges and considerations. In this webinar, we will delve into the practical aspects of integrating a digital post-print press into your corrugated production floor.

Our experienced panel of production managers will share their insights and strategies in the following key areas:

1. Production Floor Adaptations: What changes were necessary in the production floor layout, workflow, and processes to seamlessly incorporate the digital post-print press? We'll discuss the essential steps required to ensure optimal integration.
2. Integration with Conversion Steps: Explore how the HP PageWide C550 digital post-print press seamlessly integrates with the subsequent conversion steps, such as die-cutting, folding, and gluing. Learn best practices for maintaining efficiency and quality throughout the entire production process.
3. Operator Education and Training: Upskilling your workforce is crucial for successful adoption of new technologies. Our panelists will share their experiences and strategies for effectively educating and training operators to work on the digital post-print press, ensuring a smooth transition and maximizing productivity.
4. Color Management: Achieving consistent and accurate color reproduction is a critical aspect of high-quality packaging printing. We'll compare the color-matching process with the HP PageWide C550 digital press and the traditional flexographic printing process and share insights on how achieving consistent and accurate color reproduction is more streamlined with digital presses.
5. Setup and Changeover Optimization: Efficient setup and changeover processes are essential for maximizing productivity and minimizing downtime. Gain insights into streamlining these procedures for the digital post-print press, minimizing effort and maximizing output.

Whether you're considering integrating a digital post-print press or have already embarked on this journey, this webinar will provide valuable insights and practical strategies to help you navigate the challenges and unlock the full potential of this technology. Join us for an interactive session with industry experts, where you'll have the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and gain actionable insights to drive efficiency and profitability in your corrugated operations.

Registration

This webinar is available for FREE to AICC Members in good standing.

Moderated By

Brian Fellows, US & Canada Sales Manager, HP

Brian Fellows has been in the corrugated manufacturing, design, and testing field for over 30 years and prior to coming to HP he was the Vice-President of Sales and Director of Digital for Golden West Packaging Group. Currently, he is the US and Canada Sales Manager for the HP C550 Single-Pass Digital Press and in March of 2024 celebrated my one year anniversary with HP.

Hear From Industry Experts

Jesse Zito, Digital Program Manager, Sutherland Packaging

Joining the print industry in 2007, Jesse has developed expertise from front end to Senior Ops in facilities with Narrow web Flexo, Wide-format Litho, Digital, and Rotary capabilities on substrates including packaging board, corrugated, and BOPP. He’s overseen printing, scheduling, project management, as well as folding, stitching, foil stamping/embossing, and specialty gluing. This broad path of experience was paved by process and departmental-level growth during a period of repeat M&A activity. Jesse joined his teammates at Sutherland Packaging in 2018 during a pivotal time for the company and led the addition of a second HP Multi-pass press, a HP Single-pass C550, and an Elitron high-speed cutter.

Doug Hay, Divisional Manager-Corrugate Converting, Vanguard Companies

Doug has been working in the corrugated business for over 40 years. He started his career as a helper on a machine and has worked his way up over the years. He had done almost every job in a plant until he was promoted to Plant Manager at the age 38.

Doug came to Vanguard in 2019 and is still climbing the corporate ladder. Currently, he is Divisional Manager-Corrugate Converting, providing leadership to the production team  on the operating floor. He strives for compliance in safety, quality, waste and productivity. Doug played a crucial role in expanding the digital printing capabilities at Vanguard and oversaw the selection and implementation of the HP C500.