Discussions at a World Trade Organisation (WTO) meeting might see tariffs on cartridges and other technology “cut to zero” worldwide.
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Photizo rewards company for MPS
The market intelligence firm named Green Office as a “leader in managed print services”. In a press release, Photizo Group noted that it had recognised South African company Green Office as a “leader” in MPS, with Green Office one of “13 independent channel partners”...
Remanufacturing set to “benefit hugely” from 3D printing
3D printing can be used to get difficult-to-find parts for older machines, making remanufacturing less time consuming and demanding in terms of labour, an article has said. Jason James, Co-founder and Chief Execuive of Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies, told The...
Mimaki USA releases new wide-format printer
The Mimaki TS300P is a 77-inch wide roll-to-roll machine, and is said to be a “dedicated transfer paper printer offering new levels of quality and productivity for digital textile printing” as well as “applications requiring transfer to hard surfaces”.
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IBISWorld updates procurement report as toner prices increase
Printer toner has reached a buyer power score of 3.3 out of 5, causing the market analyst to update its procurement report. Benzinga reported that a movement toward digital file storage and sharing, over printing, has reduced demand for toner. High specialisation of...
Taiwan brings 3D printing to schools
The country’s Ministry of Education will develop mobile 3D printing labs to visit schools. 3Ders reported on the announcement of the ‘Fab Trucks’ by the ministry, which stated that its plan would “promote 3D printing amongst its youth” and “solidify the country’s...
Latest settlement announced in Canon IP case
Printronic had previously settled with the OEM in the USITC variant of the year-long case in the USA.
Canon Virginia looks to diversify its workforce
The OEM’s US branch is looking to market its expertise in recycling, while work on its $100 million printer cartridge production line is already underway. Canon Virginia is hoping to recruit employees who know how to utilise the latest technology, Daily Press...
Ricoh launches new LED MFPs
The SP 3600DN and RICOH SP 3600SF/SP 3610SF printers include LED printing, mobile technology and flexible media handling functions. The LED technology can deliver prints at speeds of up to 31ppm, at a 1,200 x 1,200 dpi resolution.
Thailand clamps down on illegal refilling
An amendment to the country’s Trademark Act would make it “an offence to refill packaging or containers bearing registered trademarks”. Bangkok Post reported on the issues posed by counterfeiters in Thailand, who “often refill genuine packaging and containers with...