Expanded Color Gamut
December 16-18, 2009
Location: The Sonoco Institute at Clemson University
Coordinator: Jay Sperry, sperry2@clemson.edu
Cost: Individual - $795, Group (3+) $750
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Event Overview
Clemson’s Sonoco Institute of Packaging Design and Graphics is the perfect place to come learn about the ins-and-outs of Expanded Color Gamut for package decoration. This seminar uses state-of-the-art software, color management, and production flexographic equipment to allow attendees to put their hands-on the ECG process workflow, while engaging with industry experts around this exciting and beneficial technology.
Hands-on Sessions:
- Defining Expanded Gamut Inks and Creating Standards
- Press Calibration and Characterization
- Selective Gamut Expansion and Spot Color Conversion
- Production Color Separation and Proofing
- Production Printing and Process Control Analysis
Presentations Topics Include:
- Why Expanded Color Gamut for Your Packaging
- Defining Expanded Gamut Inks and Process Limitations
- Color Tolerances, Process Control, and Managing Expectations
- Proofing Options and Considerations for Expanded Gamut
- Implementing Technology and the “Tipping Point”
Previous Presenters and Contributors:
- Mark Samworth, EskoArtworks
- Kevin Bourquin, Cyber Graphics
- John Fulcoly, Packaging CPR
- Kirk Franklin, Environmental Inks and Coatings
- Matthew Bernasconi, Opaltone
- Jay Sperry, Clemson University