Detailed Manual Workflow - HP IndiChrome User Manual

Detailed Manual Workflow

Detailed Manual ink formulation method and production flow chart
70 Chapter 5 Additional IMS procedures
INK FORMULATION
Prepare the first can
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Determine the target color and substrate type
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Set IMS color mixing parameters
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Send/save the ink definition file to the press
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Mix the ink
Prepare the basic inks
Dispense the ingredients
Seal and shake the can
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Prepare the press for test printing
Transfer the ink definition file
Clean the ink system
Assign ink parameters to the target ink tank
Add imaging oil
Add ink
Perform flush
Calibrate the ink density sensor
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Print and compare the printed color to the expected color
Perform color adjustment
Select the sample print for comparison
Visually inspect the printed color
colors match?
No
Spectrophotometric comparison of
the printed color
colors match?
No. Improve color
with fix can
Prepare a fix can
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Mix the ink
Prepare the basic inks
Dispense the ingredients
Seal and shake the can
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Prepare the press for test printing
Add ink
Perform flush
Prepare the RIP for the digital print
Save the used custom ink
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Conclude
Yes
ink
formulation
Yes
PRODUCTION
Prepare additional cans
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Specify the can capacity
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Dispense the ingredients
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Seal and shake the can
Prepare the press for printing with
the custom ink
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Clean the ink system
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Assign ink parameters to the target ink
tank
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Change the OD spec value
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Calibrate the ink density sensor
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Perform color adjustment
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