FIRST 7.0 Book

What's inside FIRST 7.0

FIRST 7.0 covers the technical knowledge, specifications and processes used throughout the flexographic workflow.

More than 400 pages of flexographic specifications, tolerances, procedures and reference material.

COMMUNICATION & IMPLEMENTATION

Press optimization
Fingerprinting
Process control
FIRST certification

DESIGN

Color management
Proofing
Typography
Bar codes
File preparation

PREPRESS

PDF/X
Trapping
Color separations
Calibration
Printing plates

PRINT

Print evaluation
Substrates
Inks
Anilox rolls
Plate packages
Press variables

MEASUREMENT & VERIFICATION

Bar-code verification
Process-control test elements
Spectrophotometers
Ink-room testing
Ink trapping

Put FIRST in the hands of more of your team.

Give employees access to the same flexographic specifications and technical concepts your organization relies on. FIRST 7.0 supports technical training, communication and process consistency across your operation.

Common terminology

Give your team a shared technical vocabulary across languages and departments.

Stronger training

Support onboarding and ongoing technical training with a trusted industry reference.

Consistent practices

Help reinforce the same specifications, processes and standards throughout your operation.

FIRST 7.0 en Español Is Now Available

Bring FIRST specifications, terminology and best practices to more of your production team — in Spanish.

FTA Member — $120
Nonmember — $180

Printed book • Produced on demand • Please allow 2–4 weeks for fulfillment.

In partnership with FTA Mexico

A practical reference for your production team.

Whether you’re onboarding employees, reinforcing FIRST practices or building a common technical vocabulary across your operation, FIRST 7.0 en Español gives Spanish-speaking employees a reference they can use on the job.

FTA and FTA Mexico have established a collaborative partnership focused on expanding access to flexographic education and technical resources throughout Mexico and Latin America. By combining FTA’s industry knowledge, educational resources and technical expertise with FTA Mexico’s regional experience and connection to Spanish-speaking professionals, the two organizations are working together to better serve the flexographic community. This partnership strengthens alignment between the organizations while creating new opportunities to share trusted industry information, support workforce development and advance flexography across the region.

Equipping a team?

For multi-copy or company orders, contact FTA to discuss your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FIRST 7.0 en Español a printed or digital publication?

This is only a printed version.

How long will my order take?

2-4 weeks

Who qualifies for member pricing?

FTA Member companies in good standing.

Where can the Spanish edition be purchased?

The Spanish edition is available for purchase from the FTA website and the FTA Mexico website.

What happens if I am located in Mexico or Latin America?

You will be directed to purchase from the FTA Mexico site.

Can I order multiple books for my facility or team?

Yes, you can purchase multiple books.

Is this the official Spanish edition of FIRST 7.0?

This is the official Spanish edition of FIRST 7.0 produced by FTA and translated by FTA Mexico.

Give more of your team access to FIRST.

FIRST 7.0 brings the official FIRST specifications, terminology and technical reference material to flexographic professionals.