Flexographic Press Setup and Makeready Sheet

Captures flexographic press setup details, makeready settings, and the approved run condition to speed repeat jobs and support consistent press startup.

Job and Press Identification

• Job Number
• Job Name
• Press ID / Line
• Setup Date
• Operator Name

Plate, Anilox, and Tape Setup

• Plate Code / Plate Set ID
• Anilox Roll ID
• Anilox Volume
  Enter the volume in the plant's standard format, such as BCM or cm³/m².
• Tape Type
• Tape Thickness
  Enter the thickness in the plant's standard unit, such as mil or mm.

Impression and Registration Settings

• Impression Setting
  Record the approved impression setting or reference point used on press.
• Registration Status
• Registration Notes
• Print Density Target
  Optional target used to document the approved run condition.

Approved Run Condition

• Approved Run Condition
  Summarize the final approved setup condition, including key settings that should be repeated on future runs.
• Approved Press Speed
  Enter the approved speed in the plant's standard unit, such as feet per minute or meters per minute.
• Ink Viscosity
  Record viscosity only if it is used as part of the approved run condition.
• Mark as Repeat-Job Reference
  Check this if the setup should be used as the reference condition for future repeat jobs.

Verification and Submission

• Verified By
  Optional supervisor or lead verification name.
• Verification Date
• Additional Notes
  Use this field for exceptions, changeover notes, or other setup details that affect repeatability.