Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up routine gravure printing for routine print jobs.
It applies to individuals who prepare material, and monitor and run equipment and machinery, and apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems. Individuals may also provide leadership and guidance to members of their team.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Confirm routine job specifications | 1.1 Job requirements are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system 1.2 Set up is carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage 1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked |
2. Set up reels | 2.1 Unwind and rewind reels are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 2.2 Webbing procedures are carried out according to job specifications 2.3 Web-control system is set up and adjusted according to job specifications 2.4 Reels are spliced/joined according to job specifications 2.5 Printed web viewing devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 2.6 Folder and sheeter are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 2.7 Set off / marking prevention devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications |
3. Select and prepare inks and additives (basic) | 3.1 Inks, dyes or additives are selected according to job specifications and end-user requirements 3.2 Quality and suitability of inks, dyes or additives are checked and appropriate action is taken 3.3 Inks, dyes and additives are prepared according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, and manufacturer’s/supplier’s instructions with suitable precautions to minimise waste 3.4 Correct colour and weight/volume of ink are mixed and prepared to match requirements of the printing process and job specifications 3.5 Formulation of ink, colour match and approved colour are appropriately recorded 3.6 Inks, dyes and additives are appropriately labelled, handled and stored according to manufacturer’s/ supplier’s instructions to prevent damage and hazards to personnel and to prolong shelf life |
4. Set up machine for basic gravure printing | 4.1 Gravure cylinders are selected, installed, set up and adjusted according to job specifications 4.2 Impression roller is set up and adjusted according to job specifications 4.3 Inking system / doctor blade is set up and adjusted according to the gravure process and job specifications 4.4 Drying system is set up and adjusted according to job specifications |
5. Conduct proof run | 5.1 Material to be used for proof is organised correctly 5.2 Machine is operated according to manufacturer’s and enterprise procedures to produce a specified proof 5.3 Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures 5.4 Production does not commence without client OK or authority where appropriate 5.5 If necessary, results are interpreted and adjustments made according to product and machine specifications |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
correctly demonstrate all safety devices on the machine
set up a press on TWO occasions for basic gravure printing (if possible including at least one in-line process) according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures, conduct a proof run and adjust settings to ensure production speeds are attained.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
Job requirements
describe what to do if vital information is missing from the job ticket
explain materials required prior to set up
Cylinders
identify correct cylinders for each job
identify important considerations when handling gravure cylinders
describe what parts of the unit to check to ensure cylinder is installed correctly
Reel in-feed on the machine
list work health and safety (WHS) considerations of operating reel in-feed and delivery systems
identify how the material printing side is selected
describe the effect of low web tension on the print
identify other types of web-splices that could be used for the job
Delivery system on the machine
list risks linked with the rewind of the machine
explain the effect of excessive web tension at the rewind of the machine
Selection and preparation of inks and additives
explain environmental and WHS risks related to inks and additives
describe how ink suitability is matched to a particular job
describe what happens if the ink is too viscose
explain how an ink that is slightly light can be modified to meet the needs of the job
identify available methods to check for correct ink colour
identify who passes the colour prior to running the job
Machine set-up
identify necessary precautions when handling doctor blades
explain how machine specifications are determined for each individual job
list steps to ensure ink levels in the inking system are maintained at an appropriate level
outline how to determine if the inking system has been adjusted appropriately
Basic in-line processes
list steps to incorporate in-line process into the make ready
explain how equipment used in in-line processing is protected against damage during set-up
Proofing and adjustment
explain procedures to have the print approved
describe quality control measurements to apply to the proof to test against known standards
identify what to check on the initial print prior to running
explain how to determine settings adjustments
describe what process is used to plot success of the machine adjustment
outline how final results are recorded for future reference
Information sources
identify what machine manuals, safety and other documentation are relevant to this task and where they are kept.
Assessment Conditions
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the printing field of work and include access to:
special purpose tools, equipment and materials
a gravure printing machine with in line units.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.1, 2.1-2.7, 3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 3.6, 4.1-4.4, 5.5 | Recognises and interprets text to establish job requirements from information contained within relevant procedures and specifications |
Writing | 3.5, 5.4 | Enters routine data associated with production processes and enterprise procedures |
Oral Communication | 2.1-2.7, 3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 3.6, 4.1-4.4, 5.3-5.5 | Participates effectively in spoken interactions by using strategies to confirm, clarify or repair understanding |
Numeracy | 3.4 | Interprets and analyses a range of mathematical information used in familiar and routine tasks |
Navigate the world of work | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4, 3.6, 4.1-4.4, 5.2-5.5 | Recognises and follows explicit and implicit protocols and meets expectations associated with own role Complies with WHS, legislative requirements and follows organisational policies and procedures relevant to own role |
Interact with others | 2.1-2.7, 3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 3.6, 4.1-4.4, 5.3-5.5 | Cooperates with others as part of familiar routine activities, and contributes to specific activities requiring joint responsibility and accountability Understands what to communicate, with whom and how, in routine work situations |
Get the work done | 1.2, 1.3, 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4, 3.6, 4.1-4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.5 | Takes responsibility for planning and organising own workload, identifying ways of sequencing and combining elements for greater efficiency Plans, identifies and assembles resources required to complete tasks Responds to predictable problems and implements standard or logical solutions Follows routine procedures for using digital technology by reading data from electronic monitoring and control systems |
Sectors
Printing