MacDermid Graphics Solutions, Comexi Announce Schedule for Open House

ATLANTA, GAMacDermid Graphics Solutions and Comexi have partnered together for an unprecedented open house to be held at MacDermid’s headquarters in Atlanta, GA. Now, the schedule for the MacDermid Graphics Solutions Comexi open house has been announced.

The two day event will bring together industry leading suppliers to discuss and present on productivity enhancements in flexographic printing. MacDermid Graphics Solutions and Comexi will give product demonstrations and technical presentations along with the event sponsors—Apex, Esko, and Lohmann.

This event is free to attend, but registration is required by Friday March 3. To register, complete this online form, or contact Ashley Jackson at [email protected] or 404-852-3729.

The final schedule for the MacDermid Graphics Solutions Comexi open house, along with presentation descriptions and information about each presenter, is as follows:

Tuesday, March 14

  • 1 – 1:30 p.m.Welcome
  • 1:30 – 2:45 p.m.MacDermid Facility Tour: A review of MGS facility capabilities and structure; including solvent, thermal and liquid plate making, LUX lamination, and plate inspection and evaluation techniques/equipment. Presented by MacDermid Graphics Solutions technical personnel
  • 2:45 – 3 p.m.Break
  • 3 – 3:45 p.m.Productivity from a Plate Manufacturer’s Point of View: Being able to enhance productivity from a printing plate perspective can overlap into more areas than just plate making. This presentation will explore elements of plate making productivity, as well as key plate interactions throughout the print cycle that can present opportunities for productivity improvements. Presented by Ryan Vest, global director of innovation, MacDermid Graphics Solutions
  • 3:45 – 4:30 p.m.Latest Technologies on Flexo Presses: In a very competitive world, where flexo is growing, Comexi will show latest innovation developed. Our new developments are based on market requests, and give you solutions on shorts runs, automatization and added value printed solutions. Presented by Miquel Salvà, U.S. corporate sales director, Comexi
  • 4:30 – 5 p.m.Closing
  • 7 p.m.Dinner/Networking Event    

Wednesday March 15, 2017

8:30 – 9 a.m. – Breakfast

9 – 9:40 a.m.Expanded Gamut 2017: A Technology Update: This session will provide an overview of expanded gamut (EG) printing technology and give an update of how the technology is being adopted in the flexo industry. Presented by Mark Samworth, color product specialist, Esko

9:40 – 10:15 a.m.Enhanced Flexo Productivity through Consistent Ink Transfer: This session will examine the most consistent anilox ink transfer technology available in the market and provide solutions for minimizing change over time. Presented by Aaron Lessing, sales director flexo North America, Apex International

10:15 – 10:30 a.m. – Break

10:30 – 11:05 a.m.Get Even More Out of Flexo: Tapes & Productivity: Lohmann’s FLEXperts will provide key information on Lohmann’s DuploFLEX plate mounting tapes and the unique features that can boost productivity, improve consistency and optimize printers workflow. Presented by Adina Oree & Todd Cort, application/product development engineer, Lohmann

11:05 – 11:45 a.m.Driving Efficiencies in the Plate Room: This session will explain how new technologies are making the plate room more efficient while also improving consistency and quality. Presented by Rory Marsoun, VP business development, Flexo, Esko

11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Closing Remarks / Q&A / Discussion

12:30 – 2 p.m.Lunch

2 p.m.Depart