G7+™ Certifications

G7+ is an expanded specification that augments classic G7® with new logic, algorithms, and features, but with a similar overall appearance. G7+ is designed to work equally well with all printing technologies and offers increased value and effectiveness for a wider range of markets and applications while preserving the value of existing G7 workflows.
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Certified G7+ Expert

Benefits

  • Gain access to the industry's latest best practices for print calibration and color management.
  • Become an expert in optimizing color across all technologies, from traditional offset to textiles and industrial printing.
  • Professional credibility as an industry-leading print expert.

Eligibility

  • New candidates must complete G7+ Expert training and pass certification requirements.
  • Current G7 Experts can renew either as a G7 Expert or upgrade to the G7+ Expert Certification.
  • No prerequisites required for new candidates, though a strong understanding of print workflows is highly recommended.

Pricing

  • On-Demand: Member Price: $1,359.00; Non-Member Price: $1,699.00
  • Live Training: Member Price: $2,149.00; Non-Member Price: $2,719.00

Where to Learn

ON-Demand Training
Live Training

Certified G7+ Facility

Benefits

  • Achieve industry-recognized certifications based on leading printstandards designed for optimized print output.
  • Optimize color consistency on challenging substrates and across print technology, substrates, and print applications.
  • Demonstrate your facility as a leader in quality and consistency.
  • Improve profitability by reducing waste, rework, and customer complaints.

Eligibility

  • Facility certification is open to any print service provider, or graphic production company capable of producing G7 compliant print.
  • Facilities must complete G7 calibration procedures and prepare samples for evaluation.
  • A certified G7+ Expert, or G7 Expertis required to submit and support G7 Master Certification applications.
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Certified G7+ System

Benefits

  • Certify RIPs, DFEs, software, workflows, and hardware solutions capable of G7+ calibration.
  • Showcase your technology's ability to achieve leading quality standards across print, packaging, and graphic communications.
  • Boost marketability and trust among print buyers, brand owners, and print providers.
  • Supports easier calibration and verification for customers.

Eligibility

  • Meet or exceed established program requirements, including industry tolerances for excellence in the areas of print calibration according to the G7+ specification.
  • Systems must be capable of generating 4 color (CMYK) curves according to the G7+ specification.
  • Supports print producers and end users in G7+ print calibration and process control to achieve efficiencies in production and elevate print quality.

Pricing

  • G7+ Systems Certification: Member Price: $5,500.00; Non-Member Price: $7,500.00
  • Maintenance, per system: Member Price: $3,000.00; Non-Member Price: $4,000.00
G7+ System Certification
G7 System Certification