Anderson & Vreeland is expanding its team with the addition of Andy Knapp as a technical manager. Knapp will focus on photopolymer plate imaging technologies and flexography. This strategic hire is aimed at further strengthening the company’s field service capabilities and enhancing customer support.

The addition of Knapp to the Field Service team will ensure that customers can achieve the maximum potential from their flexographic printing equipment, materials, and resources. The company aims to provide personalized advice and support so that clients can fully utilize Anderson & Vreeland’s offerings to achieve excellent results in their printing processes.

“Andy Knapp is set to make a significant impact, and I couldn’t be happier to welcome him,” says Larry Dingman, director of Polymer Sales. “With over 15 years of diverse experience in the flexographic printing industry, from graphic prepress to print lab management, I am confident that Andy’s expertise will be invaluable in helping our customers optimize their plate production and overcome any challenges they may face.”

Knapp brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his new role. For example, his background includes roles in graphic prepress, platemaking, technical service, and print lab management. He is also well versed in numerous software solutions for graphic reproduction, image processing, automation, and workflow systems.  

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This diverse experience will be a significant asset to customers and internal teams in plate optimization and troubleshooting. Knapp has served as a former senior technical advisor for XSYS North America Corporation. Therefore, he is already well versed in all products, equipment and technologies offered by XSYS, a premier Anderson & Vreeland partner. As a company representative, Knapp has interfaced with industry and professional organizations. These include the Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) and Flexible Packaging Association.

Knapp says, “I’m excited to be joining such a robust and well-rounded team with an excellent reputation within the industry, and I’m looking forward to working with and serving our customers to the best of my abilities.”

Knapp holds an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in both Graphic Arts & Imaging Technology and Graphic Arts, Flexography Concentration. Outside of work, Knapp is a musician and spends much of his free time playing piano.