South Chapter Diecutting & Diemaking 101 Workshop


Friday, May 3, 2024
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
Category: Chapter

Program:  The workshop is designed for those who are new to diecutting and diemaking or have limited experience with it.

The course will cover:

  • Basics of the cutting die
  • The Makeready Process
  • Creasing Matrix, Phenolic Counters & Steel Counters
  • Diecutter Demo
  • Intro to Blanking and Stripping
  • Troubleshooting / Do’s and Don’ts 

Presenters: Anne Barrett, Carton Craft Supply Inc.; Sarah Farley, Ameritek, Inc.; Mark Gocklin, Keystone Folding Box Co.; Rick Ruckh, Serviform America and Jerome Wojciechowski, Carton Craft Supply Inc.

Program Audience: Entry level positions in diecutting and diemaking and students with a mechanical background.

Location: McGraphics, Inc. 601 Hagan St., Nashville, TN, USA

Registration Fees: $35 USD IADD Members; $45 USD Non-Members; High school students and students from technical colleges will receive complimentary registration.

Space is limited and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. (Limit of two registrants per company).