The success of a printing task largely depends upon the efficiency and speed of its makeready. If done correctly, one can surely save paper as well as time. The Senior Partner of Goodmachine, an eminent Offset Machines Dealer, gives tips on improving the makeready, so as to attain higher levels of productivity in the pressroom. He says, “Each of the offset printing machines is unique in its own way, with most of them having automatic capabilities. However, one should always work out ways of improving the makeready times. To begin with, one may prepare a checklist of all the settings and adjustments that are required to be carried out. The list should also mention the order in which the tasks need to be done. One may opt for making a standard operating procedure and place it at a vantage point in the pressroom. Secondly, before starting out the job, one should make arrangements for keeping the required stuff handy, for instance, setting out the plates, checking the tools, and similar other tasks. Each pressman should be aware of the things required for the next scheduled task. Such initiatives will ensure that the press works seamlessly and unnecessary running around between the jobs is avoided.”
Speaking on the use of manpower, he says. “All the pressmen involved with the task should be engaged with some activity or the other. If there are people sitting idle, it only implies that the task has not been organized properly.”
He continues, “Each machine comes outfitted with its own type of settings. When the required settings have been achieved, it is advisable to record them for future use. This translates into massive savings of time and energy.”
He also says, “Another good idea is to provide the pressmen with a target which they need to achieve within a set period of time. This helps in motivating the pressmen to complete the task within the scheduled time. If they are unable to achieve the target, look into the matter, and see which improvements can be made to enhance the efficiency of the employees and the machine.”
The above-mentioned tips are not only simple to follow, but hold great relevance in the current scenario of a pressroom. Those who wish to install branded equipment may contact Goodmachine. This company offers Adast printing machine, Bobst die-cutting machine, Heidelberg equipment, Stahl folding systems, Komori printing units, and several other machines at attractive prices.
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