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Experimentation with Results

Session 5 of Fall Technical Conference 2024.

Tuesday, October 8

12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Milan Ballroom

Session details coming soon.

About This Session

Meet the team behind the conference print project as they discuss its components and the tools used for proofing and production.

Presentations & Speakers

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A Brief Overview of Statistics

Mark Samworth, Samworth Color Consulting

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About This Presentation: Mark recalls a friend stating “I never use statistics” as they proceeded to take multiple measurements from a press sheet. Upon taking their second measurement, their statement was incorrect. Once you measure/use more than a single measurement for anything, you have entered the world of statistics. Statistics is the set of tools that gives you the best chance to extract the truth from numerical data.

Science papers inundate us with terms like “mean,” “standard deviation,” “regression,” “correlation,” “statistical significance” and more. What do these terms mean and how can they help us to find the truth? Perhaps more importantly, can we learn about these tools without falling asleep half way through the lecture? Mark aims to provide a brief overview of statistics for everyday people in the flexo industry.

About Mark: Mark began his career with DuPont, where he held numerous positions in the areas of flexographic plates and electronic imaging. He joined Esko in 1997 and worked in numerous roles related to the development, marketing, and industry support of flexographic color and imaging products. He holds 11 patents in digital imaging—including FlexoCal, Hybrid Screening, Plate Cell Patterning, Concentric Screening, PressSync, and Equinox Expanded Color Gamut (ECG) technology.

Mark has authored numerous articles in the industry’s major trade publications and presented many papers at the industry’s major trade forums. He’s been voted “best speaker” at many FTA events. In May of 2011, at the age of 49, Mark was inducted as the 49th member of the FTA Hall of Fame.

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An Introduction to Experimental Design

Mark Mazur, FTA Hall of Fame Member

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About This Presentation: A properly designed experiment will save both time and money. Clearly outlining how data will be obtained and analyzed in crucial to any manufacturing process.

Join Mark for an introduction to the science of Experimental design (DOE). It will provide participants a brief background as to why DOE important and how it can enable them to improve their manufacturing.

About Mark: Mark R. Mazur received a BS in chemistry from the State University of New York at Albany in 1978, a Ph. D. in Physical Organic Chemistry from Yale University in 1982 and an MBA from Rutgers University in 1987. Mark worked for DuPont for 32 years. During his career at DuPont, he had a variety of assignments, including product management, proofing, electroless plating, solid modeling and business analysis. Mark is a frequent speaker at industry events. In 2002 he received the FTA President’s award, was co-chair of FORUM 2008 in Dallas, served as chair of the FIRST Committee, participated in the Excellence in Flexography Awards Competition and was the 2009 FTA Hall of Fame Inductee.

Bill Pope

2-D Bar Code Verification DOE

Bill Pope, Professor of Practice at Rochester Institute of Technology

Dina Vees, Associate Professor at California Polytechnic State University

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About This Presentation: This experiment explores the efficacy of 2D/QR barcode printing through variations in size, rotation angles, substrates, and contrast levels. The research investigates how altering these parameters affects barcode readability and robustness across different conditions. Results are verified with industry standard scoring using a barcode reader. The experiment emphasizes the importance of optimizing 2D/QR barcodes for diverse applications, considering both print-related factors and technological constraints.

About Dina: Dina Vees is an Associate Professor at Cal Poly with a multifaceted career spanning prepress, academia, and specialized research in color. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role, inspiring and educating future generations in the fields of Graphic Communication, Web Development, and Packaging.
With a career spanning over thirty years as a prepress specialist, Dina has honed expertise in ensuring the quality and precision of print materials before and after production. As a dedicated post-secondary educator, Dina is deeply passionate about fostering a dynamic learning environment where students can explore the intersection of design, technology, and practical application. Her commitment to lifelong learning is evident in her ongoing exploration of emerging trends, ensuring her teaching remains relevant and cutting-edge.

About Bill: A highly experienced graphic arts and packaging professional with a balanced mix of prepress and pressroom experiences in conventional and digital printing processes focused on developing and implementing process control methodologies to achieve process optimization, consistency, and predictability while maximizing productivity and throughput. A creative problem-solver able to evaluate existing and new technologies and processes and implement practical, cost-effective solutions. A strong focus on the print processes, color measurement, color management, and process control in support of all stakeholders in the value chain.