MARBACH ACADEMY. MORE KNOWLEDGE. MORE SKILLS.

MARBACH ACADEMY. MORE KNOWLEDGE. MORE SKILLS.

TABLE OF CONTENT. 3 TABLE OF CONTENT. INTRODUCTION. 4 Prologue. 6 Interesting facts. 8 Registration. 10 The Marbach Training Center. 12 PAPERBOARD. 14 Basic course. Die-cutting of paperboard. 16 Advanced course. Die-cutting and refining of paperboard. 18 Intensive course. Die-cutting of paperboard. 20 Effective blanking. 22 Compact course. Innovative technologies. 24 Special course. For paperboard manufacturers. 26 TOBACCO. 28 Intensive course. Die-cutting of cigarette packaging. 30 CORRUGATED BOARD. 32 Basic course. Die-cutting of corrugated board. 34 Advanced course. Die-cutting and refining of corrugated board. 36 Compact course. Innovative technologies. 38 SPECIALIZED TRAINING. 40 Individual trainings. 42

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INTRODUCTION. PROLOGUE. 7 PROLOGUE. MARBACH ACADEMY. MORE KNOWLEDGE. MORE SKILLS. Benefit from Marbach. And almost 100 years of experience. In the production of cutting-dies. For folding boxes. For corrugated board packaging. And cigarette packaging. In the application of cutting-dies. In die-cutting. In stripping. In blanking. And refining. That's what we are experts in. MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE. Under the motto "More knowledge. More skills." we share our experience. With all who want to optimize their die-cutting process. Aim for maximum performance in the production of their packaging. That expect tips and tricks that can be put into practice immediately. And last but not least, have all the same goal: to optimize the die-cutting process. To work efficiently and productively. To reduce costs. And to produce great packaging for success at the point of sale. IN THEORY AND PRACTICE. All Marbach trainings have one thing in common: they do not only provide theoretical knowledge. But always show the application in practice. Operated by trainers who have to know it: Application technicians and packaging technicians. All of them with decades of experience. In theory and practice. Read on the following pages what training courses we can provide you.

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INTRODUCTION. INTERESTING FACTS. 9 INTERESTING FACTS. HEILBRONN REGION. All training courses of the Marbach Academy take place at the Marbach headquarters in Heilbronn. Besides a good connection to the highway and public transport system, this location has a lot to offer. The Marbach company building is located not far from the Neckar river, close to the remains of an old Roman fort and only a 30 minutes walk from the city centre. Heilbronn is not only a well-known wine region, but also a region with history. Many castles and palaces are witnesses to this exciting time. TRAININGS. AND TEAMBUILDING. We do not only offer training courses. But more than that. Use training courses at Marbach as a teambuilding opportunity for your employees. If you wish, we can help you organize a suitable evening program. Whether it s a guided city tour, wine tasting, knights dinner or a visit to a traditional wine tavern. Discover the Heilbronn region. Write an email to academy@marbach.com ACCOMMODATION. For your accommodation we recommend the nearby Best Western Hotel Am Kastell. We have reserved a limited contingent for you up to 3 weeks before the start of the event. Please book your room there yourself using the keyword Marbach Academy. And in case of cancellation of your course, please remember to also cancel your hotel room. If you are looking for a different accommodation, we will be happy to send you a list of hotels in the area. IMPORTANT. SAFETY SHOE DUTY. Safety shoes are obligatory for all training courses. Just bring your own safety shoes. Or let us know your shoe size in advance in the registration form.

Karl Marbach GmbH & Co. KG Karl-Marbach-Straße 1 74080 Heilbronn Hannah Kübler +49 7131 918-490 academy@marbach.com www.marbach.com

INTRODUCTION. REGISTRATION. 11 REGISTRATION. Please register online at: www.marbach.com/trainings After we have received your registration, you will get a confirmation of receipt immediately. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we reserve the right to cancel the course. You will receive a confirmation of enrollment as soon as the minimum number of participants of the course has been reached, at the latest 3 weeks before the beginning of the course. REGISTRATION DEADLINE. Deadline for registration is 4 weeks prior to the start of the course. PAYMENT. The payment is made by invoice. The term of payment is 14 days after receipt of invoice. DISCOUNTS. In the case of more than one company participant in a training course, the price per individual is reduced by 10 %, in the case of at least 4 participants of a company by 20 %. LEGAL TERMS. For all bookings, the booking and cancellation conditions on this page apply. By registering for a training course at the Marbach Academy, you accept these as well as the general terms and conditions and the privacy policy of Karl Marbach GmbH & Co. KG. Both can be found on the Internet: www.marbach.com/terms_academy www.marbach.com/privacy. CANCELLATION. It is possible to cancel your registration free of charge up to 28 calendar days before the course begins. In case of later cancellation Marbach can charge 50 % of the course fee plus VAT. In case of cancellation less than 7 working days prior to the start of the course or if the participant fails to attend, Marbach may charge the full course fee. This does not apply if the cancelling company provides a substitute participant. Marbach reserves the right to cancel an event if the required minimum number of participants is not reached or if organisational or technical reasons make it impossible to conduct the training. PARTICIPATION CERTIFICATE. After participating in a Marbach training course, attendees will receive a certificate of participation. COURSE FEE. All prices quoted are net prices and do not include VAT. The prices include participation in the course, seminar materials and the catering during the day. Not included in the price are travel expenses, dinner and accommodation costs.

12 INTRODUCTION. TRAINING CENTER. WELCOME TO THE MARBACH ACADEMY! Since July 2017 we are operating a BRAUSSE 1060ER at Marbach. After numerous internal trainings, tests and the implementation of projects we are happy to be able to offer you training courses. The Marbach training courses are very practice-oriented. This allows you to immediately put the knowledge you have learned into practice during your daily work. We look forward to welcoming you to our training center soon. TECHNICAL DETAILS. MACHINE EQUIPMENT: Machine type: BRAUSSE 1060ER Construction year: 2017 Units: Sheet size: Speed: Equipment: Die-cutting. Stripping. Blanking. 1.060 x 750 mm 7.000 sheets/hour - Micrometer adjustment - Quicklock function

INTRODUCTION. TRAINING CENTER. 13 TRAINING LOCATION. All training courses are held in a separate building of the Marbach Academy. Only a few steps away: the modern production for cutting-dies, stripping and blanking tools. There, tools for the worldwide folding carton, cigarette and corrugated board industry are manufactured. DIE-CUTTER. BRAUSSE 1060ER. The training courses of the Marbach Academy take place on a die-cutter of the type BRAUSSE 1060ER. This machine is equipped with a die-cutting, stripping and blanking unit. Corrugated board up to 4 mm can also be processed on the BRAUSSE 1060ER. CLASSROOM. The training courses of the Marbach Academy not only provide participants with knowledge but also practical skills. The theoretical basics for the practical part of the training courses are taught in the classroom. QUALITY CONTROL. In the training room of the Marbach Academy there is a station where you can experience the use of quality control equipment for live packaging tests. The crease bend tester allows you to see how the creasing values of a cut can be checked safely, easily and quickly.

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PAPERBOARD. BASIC COURSE. 17 BASIC COURSE. DIE-CUTTING OF PAPERBOARD. COURSE REF. FS-01-E Theory content. Packaging and its production process. Value added chain. Paperboard qualities. The die-cutter. Die-cutting. Stripping. Blanking. Further processing. Marbach technologies. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Tool installation. Make-ready. Die-cutting. Stripping. Blanking. Description. In this course the participants will get a brief overview about the production process of packaging. From paperboard production to the die-cutter and cutting-dies to the final packaging. In theory and practice. Target group. For all beginners who want to know how paperboard packaging is made. And which process is behind the packaging production. After the training. You are familiar with the value added chain of packaging production. You know how die-cutting works. You have the theoretical and practical basics for starting your career in the packaging industry. Duration: 1 day English dates: on request 08:30-16:30 Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: FS-01-E Cost per participant: 650 Number of participants: 4-8 persons German dates: 12.04.2018 18.09.2018

PAPERBOARD. ADVANCED COURSE. 19 ADVANCED COURSE. DIE-CUTTING AND REFINING OF PAPERBOARD. COURSE REF. FS-02-E Theory content. Value added chain of packaging production. Short theoretical introduction. Die-cutter. Die-cutting. Stripping. Blanking. Dieboards. Rubbering. Refinement and embossing. Reverse cutting. Braille. Nicks. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Introduction tool package. Desired state. Make-ready of the tool package in the die-cutter. Challenges in practice. And solutions. Tips and tricks from practice. Description. In this course, participants receive a very practical training session on the subject of die-cutting. The theoretical part is deliberately kept short. In the practical training, the participants independently set up a complete order including embossing and reverse cutting under the guidance of the trainer. Target group. For all experienced machine operators who want to test and extend their knowledge and skills. This course serves as an opportunity to refresh existing knowledge and to further develop the participants' abilities. For improved performance and workflow optimization. An essential course to expand skills. After the training. Your skills are refreshed and deepened. You can set up embossing jobs quickly and efficiently. You know how to increase the quality of your blanks. Duration: 2 days English dates: 17.-18.05.2018 30.-31.08.2018 08:30-16:30 respectively Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: FS-02-E Cost per participant: 1.300 Number of participants: 4-8 persons Training is held in German or English. Please note different dates. German dates: 07.-08.06.2018 20.-21.09.2018 13.-14.12.2018

PAPERBOARD. INTENSIVE COURSE. 21 INTENSIVE COURSE. DIE-CUTTING OF PAPERBOARD. COURSE REF. FS-INT-E Theory content. The packaging. Refinement techniques. Material knowledge folding box board. Construction of a packaging / tool. The die-cutter. Die-cutting. Stripping. Blanking. Detailed knowledge. Manufacturing process laser. Rule types. Dieboard materials. Tolerances. Nicks. Rubbering. Dynamic stripping. Blanking with single or double knife. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Knifing. Rubbering. Nicks. Tool set up. Tool maintenance. Productivity. Die-cutting. Stripping. And blanking. With highspeed. Set-up and make-ready time reduction. Quality control. Tips and tricks. Description. In this course, participants receive an intensive and very practical training on the subject of die-cutting. In the training, the participants independently set-up various jobs under the supervision of the trainer and learn detailed background knowledge. Tips and tricks are discussed directly during tool setup. Target group. For all experienced machine operators who want to test their knowledge and skills and upgrade it to professional level. For maximum increase in performance and perfection of workflows. After the training. You know important details about die-cutting paperboard. You are familiar with tips and tricks to optimize your workflow. You increase your performance in packaging production. Duration: 4 days English date: 16.-20.07.2018 1st day 13:00-17:00 2nd-4th day 08:30-16:30 5th day 08:30-12:00 Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: FS-INT-E Cost per participant: 2.500 Number of participants: 4-8 persons Training is held in German or English. Please note different dates. German dates: 16.-20.04.2018 02.-06.07.2018 08.-12.10.2018

PAPERBOARD. EFFICIENT BLANKING. 23 EFFICIENT BLANKING. COURSE REF. FS-NT-E Theory content. Introduction to blanking. Design and function of blanking tools. Layout design. Optimization of nicks. The blanking process. Influence of paperboard quality and refinement technologies. Blanking with single and double knife. Blanking tools vs. sheet delivery in blanking section. Limits of mechanical blanking. Machine and tool requirements. Challenges for the machine operator. Tips and tricks for a smooth blanking process. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Productive blanking. marbablanker. lightblanker. nick-breaking. Blanking. Set-up. Production. Tips and tricks. Optimization of nicks. Conventional sheet delivery in blanking section vs. lightblanker-sheet delivery. Description. In this course, participants receive comprehensive information on the subject of blanking and can apply it directly on the die-cutter. With lots of tips and tricks for immediate implementation. Target group. For machine operators and work preparation staff who wish to acquire extensive knowledge and, above all, practical skills in the field of blanking. An indispensable course for all those who want to use their blanking unit optimally and efficiently. But it is also ideal for beginners to blanking. After the training. You are prepared for the optimal use of your blanking unit. You know what to consider when designing the layout. You can increase the efficiency of your blanking unit. Number of participants: 4-8 persons Training is held in German or English. Please note different dates. Duration: 2 days English dates: 14.-15.05.2018 27.-28.08.2018 08:30-16:30 respectively Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: FS-NT-E Cost per participant: 1.300 German dates: 04.-05.06.2018 10.-11.12.2018

PAPERBOARD. COMPACT COURSE. 25 COMPACT COURSE. INNOVATIVE PAPERBOARD TECHNOLOGIES. COURSE REF. FS-INNO-E Theory content. Die-Cutting. Basics of an efficient packaging production. Short material knowledge and effects of the material on the die-cutting process. Technologies. - Die-cutter. Digital zone levelling. mplaten cleaner. - Die-cutting process. mpower+. Steel counter plate. Nicks. Rubbering. Embossing. - Stripping process. marbastrip. masterstrip plate. - Blanking process. solidblanker. marbablanker. lightblanker. nickbreaking. - Special technologies: Reverse cutting. Braille. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Testing the technologies in practice. Identification of possible potentials. Description. In this course, participants learn everything about innovative die-cutting and embossing technologies for efficient packaging production. And with which tool technologies it can be achieved. With many tips and tricks for immediate use. Target group. For all production managers, die-cutting plant managers, technical managers as well as specialists and executives in the area of paperboard die-cutting. This is an indispensable course for all those who want to gain a quick and compact overview of the latest technologies for efficient packaging production. After the training. You have an overview about innovative technologies. You know which technologies are available for efficient die-cutting, stripping, blanking and embossing and how to use them optimally. You can increase your productivity in packaging production. Duration: 1 day English dates: 16.05.2018 29.08.2018 08:30-16:30 Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: FS-INNO-E Cost per participant: 700 Number of participants: 4-8 persons Training is held in German or English. Please note different dates. German dates: 06.06.2018 19.09.2018 12.12.2018

PAPERBOARD. SPECIAL COURSE. 27 SPECIAL COURSE. FOR PAPERBOARD MANUFACTURERS. COURSE REF. M-KHS-E Theory content. The die-cutting process and its components. Cutting-die. Dieboards. Rules. Rubbering. Counter plates. rillma. Steel counter plates. Stripping tool. Stripping with bottom pins. Dynamic stripping. masterstrip plate. Blanking tool. Blanking with single or double knife. Special technologies: Digital zone levelling. mpower+. Embossing. Braille. Reverse cutting. Quality control. Influence of paperboard material on die-cutting technologies. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Presentation of various tool packages. Setting up a tool package in the die-cutter. Die-cutting. Stripping. Blanking. Use of special techniques and their advantages. Visible directly on the machine. Quality control. Measure folding resistances. Recognizing causes of angel hair and other packaging defects. Bursted creasing. Description. In this course the participants will get an overview of the die-cutting process as well as important information about the topics of die-cutting, stripping, blanking and refining paperboard. Special attention will be paid to the influence of the carton in die-cutting during this training. With many practical tips and tricks. Target group. For sales, after-sales and technical development personnel at paperboardproducing companies. An indispensable course for those who want to gain a quick and compact overview of the die-cutting process. After the training. You have an overview of the die-cutting process. You know what happens during die-cutting and how the paperboard material influences the die-cutting result. You can better advise your customers to get the optimal results. Duration: 2 days Date: on request 08:30-16:30 respectively Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: M-KHS-E Cost per participant: 1.500 Number of participants: 4-8 persons Training takes place in German or English as required.

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TOBACCO. INTENSIVE COURSE. 31 INTENSIVE COURSE. DIE-CUTTING OF CIGARETTE PACKAGING. COURSE REF. Z-INT-E Theory content. Basics of die-cutting. - The die-cutting process. Nicks. Rubbering. - The stripping process. - The blanking process. - Special techniques. Creasing basics. - The creasing process. - Creases. Round corner. Hinge lid. Bevel edge. - Creasing parameters and their effects. - Quality control devices and their importance in the production of cigarette packaging. Challenges of foil-coated paperboard materials. Technologies for highest productivity. THIS TRAINING IS ONLY HELD IN ENGLISH. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Influencing factors on die-cutting and creasing process. Stripping. Blanking. Setting up high-tech duramar performance die-cutting tools and crease plate dies. Crease bend tester. Description. In this course, participants will receive hands-on training in the area of productivity in die-cutting and creasing cigarette packaging. In the theory section extensive basic information will be conveyed. This will be deepened in an intensive practical part. Target group. For all machine operators. In this course the participants will be taught theoretical and practical knowledge about die-cutting and creasing. An indispensable course for immediate increase in productivity and optimization of the packaging appearance. After the training. You will have expert knowledge on die-cutting and creasing. You will increase productivity in packaging production. You will be able to make the most of high-tech tools. Number of participants: 4-8 persons Duration: 4 days Dates: 03.-06.04.2018* 18.-22.06.2018 15.-19.10.2018 03.-07.12.2018 1st day 13:00-17:00 2nd-4th day 08:30-16:30 5th day 08:30-12:00 * 1st-4th day 08:30-16:30 Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref: Z-INT-E Cost per participant: 3.000

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CORRUGATED BOARD. BASIC COURSE. 35 BASIC COURSE. DIE-CUTTING OF CORRUGATED BOARD. COURSE REF. WP-01-E Theory content. Corrugated board packaging and its production process. Corrugated board qualities. Printing methods. The die-cutter. Die-cutting. Stripping. Blanking. Further processing. The final corrugated board packaging. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Basics tool manufacturng. Knifing. Rubbering. Nicks. Die-cutting. Stripping. Blanking. Description. In this course the participants will get a brief overview about the production process of corrugated board packaging. From corrugated board production to the die-cutter and cutting-dies to the final packaging. In theory and practice. Target group. For all beginners who want to know how corrugated board packaging is made. And which process is behind the packaging production. After the training. You are familiar with the value added chain of corrugated board packaging production. You know how a die-cut packaging is made. You have the theoretical and practical basics for starting your career in the packaging industry. Duration: 1 day English date: 04.09.2018 08:30-16:30 Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: WP-01-E Cost per participant: 650 Number of participants: 4-8 persons Training is held in German or English. Please note different dates. German dates: 20.03.2018 06.11.2018

CORRUGATED BOARD. ADVANCED COURSE. 37 ADVANCED COURSE. DIE-CUTTING AND REFINING OF CORRUGATED BOARD. COURSE REF. WP-02-E Theory content. Value added chain. Short theoretical introduction. Dieboards. Rubbering. Nicks. Embossing. Reverse cutting. Embossing types. Debossing. Embossing. Hotfoil stamping. Divided aluminum block. Memopin. Special technologies. pure edge. Reverse cutting. Different materials. Open flute. Double flute. Feasibility refinement of corrugated board. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Introduction tool package. Desired state. Make-ready of the tool package in the die-cutter. Use of special techniques and their advantages. Visible directly on the machine.tips and tricks from practice. Description. In this course, participants receive a very practical training session on the subject of die-cutting. The theoretical part is deliberately kept short. In the practical training, the participants independently set up a complete order including embossing and reverse cutting under the guidance of the trainer. Target group. For all experienced machine operators who want to test and extend their knowledge and skills. This course serves as an opportunity to refresh existing knowledge and to further develop the participants' abilities. An indispensable course for increasing performance and optimizing workflows. And for all those who want to produce high-quality packaging for the point of sale. After the training. Your skills are refreshed and deepened. You can set up embossing jobs quickly and efficiently. You know how to increase the quality of your corrugated board blanks. Duration: 2 days English dates: 03.-04.05.2018 06.-07.09.2018 08:30-16:30 respectively Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: WP-02-E Cost per participant: 1.300 Number of participants: 4-8 persons Training is held in German or English. Please note different dates. German dates: 22.-23.03.2018 08.-09.11.2018

CORRUGATED BOARD. COMPACT COURSE. 39 COMPACT COURSE. INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES CORRUGATED BOARD. COURSE REF. WP-INNO-E Theory content. Die-Cutting. Basics of an efficient packaging production. Short material knowledge and effects of the material on the die-cutting process. Die-cutter. Digital zone levelling. mplaten cleaner. Die-cutting process. Steel counter plate. Nicks. Rubbering. Embossing. Stripping process. marbastrip. masterstrip plate. Blanking process. Special technologies: reverse cutting. Achievable results. Practice content. Training on the die-cutter BRAUSSE 1060ER. Die-cutter. Safety instructions. Machine technology. Units. Testing the technologies in practice. Identification of possible potentials. Description. In this course, participants learn everything about innovative die-cutting and embossing technologies for efficient packaging production of corrugated board. And with which tool technologies it can be achieved. With many tips and tricks for immediate use. Target group. For all production managers, die-cutting plant managers, technical managers as well as specialists and executives in the area of corrugated board diecutting. This is an indispensable course for all those who want to gain a quick and compact overview of the latest technologies for efficient packaging production. After the training. You have an overview about innovative technologies in the area of corrugated board. You know which technologies are available for efficient die-cutting, stripping, blanking and embossing and how to use them optimally. You can increase your productivity in packaging production. Duration: 1 day English dates: 02.05.2018 05.09.2018 08:30-16:30 Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: WP-INNO-E Cost per participant: 700 Number of participants: 4-8 persons Training is held in German or English. Please note different dates. German dates: 21.03.2018 07.11.2018

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INDIVIDUAL. TRAININGS. 43 INDIVIDUAL TRAININGS. COURSE REF. M-IND-E The courses offered by the Marbach Academy make you want to learn more? Of course we also offer individual courses. Tailored to your needs. Just tell us what you need and we will put together your personal training course. About die-cutting. Stripping. Blanking. Embossing. Or other topics. Interested? Then please contact us at academy@marbach.com. Duration: on request Date: on request Location: Marbach Academy Heilbronn Course Ref.: M-IND-E Costs: on request

Marbach Group Karl Marbach GmbH & Co. KG Karl-Marbach-Straße 1 74080 Heilbronn Germany phone +49 7131 918-0 academy@marbach.com www.marbach.com PACKAGING. PERFORMANCE. YOU. (c) Marbach 2018 As of 06.03.2018