OEM discusses evolution of its Micro Piezo printhead technology 20 years after it was first developed. Recalling the conditions which led to the development of its Micro Piezo technology in the 1980s, Epson explains that most of its printers in the 1980s were serial...
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Samsung pushes mobile printing in South Africa
The OEM is aiming to improve mobile printing for its devices in the country. BizTech Africa reported that Samsung plans to promote three areas of mobile printing in South Africa to “make printing simpler” for users in the country. The three areas include the company’s...
US Bankruptcy Court to consider Kodak motion to sell businesses
Court decision could spell the end of Kodak’s bankruptcy should sale of OEM’s Personalised Imaging and Document Imaging businesses be approved. USA Today reports that Kodak could be close to breaking out of its 17-month bankruptcy if the US Bankruptcy Court allows it...
Focus on Europe concludes with day of discussions
The second day of the conference will see presentations on business inkjet, European remanufacturing and a host of other issues.
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Lexmark seeks review of Static Control “false advertising” ruling
The OEM is looking for a review of a ruling that the components supplier “had standing” to make claims of false advertising in light of the long-running patent suit over components.
Scottish comedian’s set complains about Epson ink prices
Danny Bhoy’s show, titled Dear Epson, is framed by a complaint letter he sent the OEM about the price of their ink. Bhoy, whose real name is Danni Chaudhry, is a Scottish-Indian stand-up comedian, and his latest standup tour, Dear Epson, relates to the complaint...
Rapid Refill enlists ecommerce specialists
The refill franchise will work with Classy Llama Studios to aid its customer service online. Classy Llama Studios will be Rapid Refill’s eCommerce Strategic Partner, with the franchise stating that the partnership between the two will “advance their world class local...
America Invents Act a “fundamental change” for US patenting
The new law means that the first person to file for a patent will be awarded it, whether or not they invented the idea first. The law, which came into affect on Saturday 16 March, was signed into law 18 months ago by US President Barack Obama, and radically changes...
Armor gives its view on threat of clones
The French manufacturer has likened the clones issue to the recent horsemeat scandal in Europe, noting that “transparency is everything” and “what is on the box should definitely be in the box”.
Comment ~ Issue 243 (18 Mar 2013)
A simple question Handling clone cartridges in the remanufacturing channel can cost as much as €10 per cartridge to collect and dispose of. The remanufacturing industry’s consensus is that either from an intellectual property or technical perspective these cartridges...