Print Media Technology
Keeping the presses rolling for all kinds of printed materials needed by a wide range of customers.
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Why is this skill important?
The print media technology is responsible for all aspects in the production of printed materials, most often using traditional ink on paper, but also newer technologies like toner on paper.
This begins with planning and preparation, running the machines efficiently and effectively to ensure high quality and cleaning up once the run is complete.
You will need to understand the complex machinery involved, know the different types of paper, operate cutting equipment and even be able to mix custom inks if the customer wants them.
Could this skill be for you?
If you like:
- Using computers
- Being creative
You should also take a look at:
- Information and Communication Technology
The Challenge
Important elements of the challenge include:
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Using specialist equipment, a specified number of different products are printed on the sheet-fed offset presses.
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Under timed conditions, contestants will also produce a number of different products on a digital press.
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The printed product must be finished by contestants trimming, folding, and binding it with a paper cutter, folder, and simple binding machine to specified dimensions.
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Marks are awarded to those who check for consistent quality and who clean up after the print run is complete.
