Virtual exhibition BUSINESS-INFORM 2017

BREAKING NEWS:
Egyptian Prime Minister Offers Patronage to Imaging Consumables Expo

Following the news last week that the Ministry of Trade and Industry was supporting the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—EMEA in Cairo, comes more news that the Egyptian Prime Minister has stepped in.

His Excellency Sherif Ismail wants the whole Egyptian cabinet to get behind the international event to be held at InterContinental Hotel CityStars Cairo in Egypt on March 22–23, 2018. “I welcome the international copier and printer industry to our beautiful country. Egypt is a good destination to do business.” The Egyptian Prime Minister has now offered the entire government’s official patronage of the event that is bringing participants from 55 countries, some as far away as China.

The RT Imaging Summit & Expo—EMEA (RTISE—EMEA), launched in Egypt in 2017, is the only dedicated copier and printer consumables event in the EMEA region. David Gibbons, Director of RT Media, expressed his delight at the Prime Minister’s support. ”The government’s endorsement and presence at the expo is guaranteed to attract media attention and wide exposure to the printing consumables industry in the Middle East, Africa and Europe.” He indicated the RTISE—EMEA in Cairo will provide a one-stop business platform for the imaging industry. “Despite economic declines and a slowdown in the demand for printing in some regions of the world, the economy and demand in many EMEA countries, especially Egypt, has been growing. This is why RT Media is returning to Egypt after our first successful event in 2017,” Gibbons added.

Following the first round of government support, event organizers saw a sharp increase in the number of registrations to the RTISE–EMEA 2018. “Pre-registrations are 224% higher and are coming from come from 55 countries—52% from Egypt, 20% from other African countries, 11% from Europe, 7% from the Middle East and 10% from other regions.”

Click the link and register now to win free accommodation: http://rtise2018.myevents.cn/getTicketInfo

For more information about the show, please visit: www.rtmworld.com/2d/events/rtise-emea-2018

For inquiries, please contact Rachel Chen at Rachel.Chen@RTMworld.com.

About RT Media

Recycling Times Media Corporation (RT Media) educates, informs and provides networking and business opportunities for the 2D and 3D printing industries. RT Media’s international team comprises of talent from Australia, America, Germany, Spain, Mexico, Hong Kong and China.

RT Media organizes the RemaxWorld Expo, the world's largest print consumables trade show event, held each year in Zhuhai, China—the world capital for the manufacturing of print consumables. RT Media also organizes the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—Americas and the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—EMEA. RT Media publishes regular inTouch TV News bulletins and monthly editions of the Recycling Times magazine for the global industry. These editions have been translated into Chinese, English, Spanish, Russian and Arabic languages.

In the 3D printing arena, RT Media organizes the popular iPrint 3D Expo. Additionally, RT Media was the first to publish a monthly Chinese magazine, focusing on the 3D printing industry, called 3D Printing World.

Media Contact:

Chris Yan

Chris.yan@rtmworld.com

+86 756 3959284

www.RTMworld.com/2D

World Imaging Virtual Conference Connects Global Players

Six (6) imaging industry experts from the USA, Germany, China and Japan have shared highly sought-after technical, legal and trends information related to toners, chips and printer cartridges.

The 2018 World Imaging Virtual Conference —organized by Recycling Times Media Corporation (RT Media) and Galliford Consulting & Marketing— was held online, allowing each presenter to be visible to the audience from their home location. Participants were also able to communicate with each of the speakers in real time.

Photo caption: Inside the RT Media studio. The host and technical staff manage the audio and video signal that is transmitted through the zoom.com technology to the 408 participants from 15 countries across the world who attended the six sessions.

Unlike previous summits, held in conjunction with the RemaxWorld Expo and the expos in the Americas and EMEA, RT Media created an online platform that transcended geographical boundaries. The virtual conference made it possible for participants to attend without travelling from their home or office.

Naohiro Naito, AT-SX Market Cluster Manager of Nippon Aerosil, stated that snowman shaped fumed silica particles better improve the flow and durability of toner in use. Snowman particles can be dispersed well onto the toner surface, to bring good durability and environmental stability to toner.

Speakers also shared their own opinions about the industry. Volker Kappius, CEO of Delacamp AG, said, “Considering the use of materials, remanufacturing is one of the most preferable alternatives because the geometrical form of the product is retained and its associated economic value is preserved.”

Attendees have told the organisers they highly appreciated the 2018 World Imaging Virtual Conference. RT Media collected suggestions from both participants and speakers in order to organize more valuable events in the future.

About RT Media

Recycling Times Media Corporation (RT Media) educates, informs and provides networking and business opportunities for the 2D and 3D printing industries. RT Media’s international team comprises of talent from Australia, America, Germany, Spain, Mexico, Hong Kong and China.

RT Media organizes the RemaxWorld Expo, the world's largest print consumables trade show event, held each year in Zhuhai, China—the world capital for the manufacturing of print consumables. RT Media also organizes the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—Americas and the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—EMEA. RT Media publishes regular inTouch TV News bulletins and monthly editions of the Recycling Times magazine for the global industry. These editions have been translated into Chinese, English, Spanish, Russian and Arabic languages.

In the 3D printing arena, RT Media organizes the popular iPrint 3D Expo. Additionally, RT Media was the first to publish a monthly Chinese magazine, focusing on the 3D printing industry, called 3D Printing World.

Media Contact:

Cecile Zheng

Cecile.Zheng@RTMworld.com

+86 756 3919273

www.RTMworld.com/2D

More Than 80 Exhibitors Confirmed for

RT Imaging Summit & Expo—EMEA 2018

According to the organizer Recycling Times Media Corporation (RT Media), more than 80 printer and copier consumables suppliers from Egypt, Dubai, Netherlands, Spain and China have already confirmed their involvement at the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—EMEA 2018 on March 22-23.

Being the only dedicated print consumables expo in the EMEA region, the expo will be held at InterContinental Hotel Citystars Cairo under the patronage of the Egyptian government through the Ministry of Trade & Industry. Exhibitors including Cartridge World, Imex and Katun will await the international buyers with their latest display of printer consumables, copier consumables, inkjet, services and components.

The expo received positive feedback from participants after its first appearance in 2017. This year, the two-day event will continue to providing a unique industry platform for attendees looking to network with sellers and solutions providers.

Register now to win free accommodation, please click http://rtise2018.myevents.cn/getTicketInfo

For more information about the show, please visit: www.rtmworld.com/2d/events/rtise-emea-2018

For inquiries, please contact Rachel Chen at Rachel.Chen@RTMworld.com.

About RT Media

Recycling Times Media Corporation (RT Media) educates, informs and provides networking and business opportunities for the 2D and 3D printing industries. RT Media’s international team comprises of talent from Australia, America, Germany, Spain, Mexico, Hong Kong and China.

RT Media organizes the RemaxWorld Expo, the world's largest print consumables trade show event, held each year in Zhuhai, China—the world capital for the manufacturing of print consumables. RT Media also organizes the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—Americas and the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—EMEA. RT Media publishes regular inTouch TV News bulletins and monthly editions of the Recycling Times magazine for the global industry. These editions have been translated into Chinese, English, Spanish, Russian and Arabic languages.

In the 3D printing arena, RT Media organizes the popular iPrint 3D Expo. Additionally, RT Media was the first to publish a monthly Chinese magazine, focusing on the 3D printing industry, called 3D Printing World.

Media Contact:

Chris Yan

Chris.yan@rtmworld.com

+86 756 3959284

www.RTMworld.com/2D

Leading Copier Consumables Supplier HYB to Attend RT Imaging Expo 2018

The HYB group is pleased to announce its participation at this year’s RT Imaging Expo-EMEA on March 22&23 in Cairo, Egypt, as well as the RT Imaging Expo-Americas on May 24-25 in Cancun, Mexico.

The HYB Group—a professional and experienced copier consumables manufacturer based in China—is one of the large exhibitors at both shows. With most players fighting over the low-end market, HYB earns its considerable market share by maintaining an exquisite balance between high product quality and competitive price.

Since 2004, HYB has developed 16 agencies around the world and serves more than 300 key customers in 56 countries. In EMEA market, HYB products are widely distributed by experienced agencies like MR TONER in South Arfica, Staples Trading in Ethiopia, and other 10 agencies around the area. In the LATAM market, HYB is working with key distributors like Ducoprint Group and ALHUM LTDA. to distribute its quality HYB products.

In China, HYB owns 3 factories equipped with 9 production lines to produce 350,000 copier toner kits and 120,000 compatible laser toner cartridge every month, as well as 8 automatic lines to produce 3,800 tons of toner per year. The R & D capabilities enables HYB to add the copier spare parts into its key product range, which now are part of its All-in-One solution providing to the distributors and dealers of copier products worldwide.

“To those distributors who mainly care about lower price, our product might not offer the short-term revenue they’re looking for,” says Vincent Chen, founder of HYB group. “However, our engineering team is always ready to answer the phone and assist our customers to solve problems. Attentive technical service and quality product are our key weapons to win customers,” he added.

In 2018, Dior International Trading Company, the sales company of HYB group will represent HYB to greet and receive visitors at the shows. Register now to meeting with HYB and more of other quality suppliers at the shows!

For more information about the show, please visit: www.RTMworld.com/2D

For inquiries, please contact Rachel Chen at Rachel.Chen@RTMworld.com.

About RT Media

Recycling Times Media Corporation (RT Media) educates, informs and provides networking and business opportunities for the 2D and 3D printing industries. RT Media’s international team comprises of talent from Australia,America, Germany, Spain,Mexico, Hong Kong and China.

RT Media organizes the RemaxWorld Expo, the world's largest print consumables trade show event, held each year in Zhuhai, China—the world capital for the manufacturing of print consumables. RT Media also organizes the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—Americas and the RT Imaging Summit & Expo—EMEA. RT Media publishes regular inTouch TV News bulletins and monthly editions of the Recycling Times magazine for the global industry. These editions have been translated into Chinese, English, Spanish, Russian and Arabic languages.

In the 3D printing arena, RT Media organizes the popular iPrint 3D Expo. Additionally, RT Media was the first to publish a monthly Chinese magazine, focusing on the 3D printing industry, called 3D Printing World.

Media Contact:

Chris Yan

Chris.yan@rtmworld.com

+86 756 3959284

Spanish Contact:

Karina Romera
Karina.romera@rtmworld.com

+52 3336300016

www.RTMworld.com/2D

Agenda Released for 2018 World Imaging Virtual Conference

(Zhuhai, China, November 29, 2017) The speaker agenda for the 2018 World Imaging Virtual Conference has just been released by the organizers – Recycling Times Media Corporation(RT Media) and Galliford Consulting & Marketing. The virtual conference on January 10-11, 2018 will bring together the brightest industry minds from around the world—online. 

The organizers have invited global industry elites from the USA, Europeand Asia to talk about the latest and most talked about imaging topics related to core technologies and trends. Being in January, it is the best time for the audience to network and discover what they need to create new strategies for 2018. According to the organizers, the speakers will communicate and exchange ideas with the audience online.

Participants can review the latest agenda of topics and speakers in the virtual conference. Participants will be able to get the most sought after information on the technical, legal and trends related to toners, chips and printer cartridges.

Get your “early bird” ticket now. Group tickets are also available with discounts. http://wivc2018.myevents.cn/getTicketInfo

For more information about the virtual conference, please visit https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/2018-wivc/

About RT Media

Recycling Times Media Corporation (RT Media) educates, informs and provides networking and business opportunities for the 2D and 3D printing industry. The RT Media international team comprises talent from Australia,America, Germany, Spain,Mexico, Hong Kong and China.

RT Media is the organizer of RemaxWorld Expo, the world's largest print consumables trade show event held each year in Zhuhai, China—the world capital city of print consumables manufacturing. RT Media also organizes the RT Imaging & Expo—Americasand the RT Imaging Expo—EMEA. RT Media publishes regular inTouch TV News bulletins and monthly editions of the Recycling Times magazine for the global industry with Chinese, English, Spanish and Russian editions.

In the 3D printing arena, RT Media organizes the world leading professional 3D printing trade shows: Inside 3D Printing Conference and Expo—Shanghai and iPrint 3D Expo. RT Media was also the first to publish a monthly Chinese magazine, focusing on the 3D printing industry, called 3D Printing World.

Media Contact:

Cecile Zheng

Tel: +86 756 3919273

E-mail:Cecile.Zheng@RTMworld.com

www.RTMworld.com/2D

BROTHER INTRODUCES A NEW PARTNER PROGRAM

New Brother Partner Program Aimed at Developing New Mobile-Printing Solutions

            According to Wirth Consulting, Brother International’s Brother Mobile Solutions group reports that it’s introduced a new mobile-printing development program, “THE NEXT” Partner Program, that’s designed to create new partnerships for advancing mobile printing. Designed to capitalize on the rapid expansion of the mobile workforce, the program is said to promote co-development of software and mobile-printing solutions.

THE NEXT Partner Program is an exclusive support system specifically designed for solutions VARs (value added resellers) and integrators “with a proven track record of expertise providing printing solutions to key vertical markets.” Brother identifies and select partners that can benefit from the enhanced product, technical, and sales support the Brother program is said to provide.

             According to Ravi Panjwani, vice president of Marketing and Product Management for Brother Mobile Solutions: “Brother has long been committed to its solution development and reseller partners. The Brother ‘at your side’ promise is the driving force behind THE NEXT partner program. We’re excited to be the first in the mobile hardware space to offer this type of robust and inclusive partnership program and believe it will help tap into the tremendous need and opportunity that exists for turnkey solutions for the mobile workforce.”

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/brother-introduces-a-new-partner-program/

RICOH PARTNERS WITH STRATASYS

Stratasys Partners with Ricoh for Distribution in New Zealand

            In a move to further strengthen its presence in New Zealand, Stratasys Asia Pacific, a subsidiary of Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS), has entered into a partnership with Ricoh New Zealand Ltd. (Ricoh New Zealand), a subsidiary of Ricoh Company, Ltd. Japan. The collaboration will cater to the demand for 3D printing solutions in the region. Financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed.

            Ricoh will be representing the entire Stratasys product line, in addition to the existing MakerBot line. The collaborations with Ricoh for the adoption of 3D printing solutions are likely to reap synergistic benefits going forward. Partnering Ricoh will be a positive for Stratasys.

Ricoh New Zealand’ experience in offering office imaging, production printing, IT services and document solutions will perfectly complement the robust manufacturing expertise of Stratasys’ 3D printing domain, helping the latter in innovative additive manufacturing initiatives. Therefore, it will help Stratasys gain competitive advantage over players like 3D Systems Corp.

            Zacks Equity Research, which first reported the news, believe that the collaboration will expand and enhance Stratasys’ additive manufacturing (AM) or 3D Printing Platform. Also, this association will enable Stratasys to attract new clients and strengthen its overall market position.

 “We are confident that this partnership will help us to better understand the local information technology and industrial automation landscape in New Zealand, thereby helping more companies optimize production capabilities and expand business opportunities.” said Shiry Saar, ANZ Manager for Stratasys.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/ricoh-partners-with-stratasys/

EPSON WINS FOUR AWARDS IN THE NINTH ANNUAL 2017 GOLDEN BRIDGE AWARDS

Epson received four awards in the 9th annual Golden Bridge Awards.

Its products dominated the “New Products and Services – Electronics” category, with the BrightLink Pro 1470Ui interactive laser display winning gold, and the WorkForce ES-300W and DS-780N scanners both winning silver. The WorkForce Enterprise WF-C20590 A3 multifunction printer (MFP) also earned gold in the “Innovations in Technology (All) – Electronics” category.

The coveted annual Golden Bridge Awards program encompasses the world’s best products, services, innovations, and leaders from every major industry in the world. Winners will be honored in San Francisco on Monday, Sept. 18, 2017 during the annual Red Carpet Golden Bridge Awards Ceremony.

             “From our world’s first interactive laser display and document scanners, to our first corporate high-speed inkjet line head printer, it’s an honor to be named a winner by Golden Bridge Awards and recognized by esteemed industry peers and leaders,” said Mark Mathews, commercial vice president of marketing, Epson America, Inc. “These awards are a testament to Epson’s continued commitment to innovation and to providing precise, exceptional business solutions for driving workgroup .

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/epson-wins-four-awards-in-the-ninth-annual-2017-golden-bridge-awards/

NEW WAY TO PRINT LUMINOUS HOLOGRAMS

Originally written and published by Elena Menshikova at news.ifmo.ru.

Nanoparticle Ink Lets Regular Inkjet Printers Produce Glowing Holograms

            Researchers at ITMO Universityhave unveiled a new approach to printing luminescent structures based on nanoparticle ink. The unique optical properties of the ink were achieved by means of europium-doped zirconia. Particles of this material were proven to be useful in manufacturing glowing holographic coatings with a high degree of protection. Notably, the developed approach enables the fabrication of custom holograms by means of a simple inkjet printer. The results of the research were published in RSC Nanoscale.

            The idea of Inkjet printing using functional nanoparticles has been gaining a lot of traction in recent years. Due to a number of advantages – lack of toxicity, high refraction index and high quantum yield  – luminescent nanoparticles are finding more applications in the fields of photonics, theranostics and bioimaging; they are used to produce biosensors, visualize cancer cells and in security printing technology. But to implement lab-made solutions on a bigger scale, a number of steps need to be taken to ensure proper functionality and stability during long-term storage of holograms.

The new ink developed by the scientists from ITMO University possesses characteristics that address precisely these issues. In a series of experiments the material was used for printing monolayers of luminescent-protected holograms and anti-counterfeiting objects with high stability and durability.

The authors note that the product is ready for practical application. The ink is compatible with currently-existing printhead types and can be used with existing manufacturing capabilities.

            “Europium-doped zirconium dioxide is a material that has been studied and used by researchers all over the world for decades. However, our research is novel in that it uses the material to protect the surface of rainbow holograms. To this end, we had to achieve certain features in the material. In particular, the nanoparticles contained in the ink must be close to identical in size. Strict requirements are also imposed by rheological parameters that determine the viscosity of the material – otherwise, the ink might not be suitable for inkjet printing. Our goal was to transform a material that was initially synthesized in a test tube into a stable colloid that could be printed and applied to any surface. Our study describes the exact process of creating such functional ink,” – comments Alexandr Vinogradov(pictured), co-author of the research and head of ITMO University’s Biochemistry Cluster.

            This is far from the first research into inkjet printing of luminescent optical nanostructures that has been done atITMO University. The study builds on previous work conducted as part of a bigger project funded by the Russian Science Foundation. Earlier, the scientists developed the world’s first method of printing holographic images using an inkjet printer. Back then, the team used ink based on titanium dioxide.

One of the most promising applications for the new ink is in the field of security printing –  such as polygraphic manufacture of bills, bonds and documents. Unlike the existing technologies, the new method makes it possible to create varied individual holograms on industrial scale – for instance, a specific pattern or a number sequence on a document that requires protection.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/new-way-to-print-luminous-holograms/

MONOCHROME DEVICES SHIPMENTS MARK GROWTH OF 19.1%

Worldwide Hardcopy Peripherals Shipments Continue to Show Modest Growth in the Second Quarter

As reported by IDC, the worldwide hardcopy peripherals (HCP) market grew 0.7% year over year with more than 23.3 million units shipped in the second quarter of 2017 (2Q17), according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Hardcopy Peripherals Tracker. Inkjet and laser unit shipments both expanded in the quarter, growing 2.9% and 1.7% year over year, respectively.

Notable highlights from the quarter include:

HP Inc. remained the top HCP company with 1.3% year-over-year shipment growth. Second-ranked Canon, third-ranked Epson, and fourth-ranked Brother also saw positive year-over-year growth, while fifth-ranked Samsung declined 5.7% year over year.

Monochrome laser 21-44 ppm devices recorded year-over-year growth of 19.1% in unit shipments. The double-digit expansion was helped by strong performances from the top companies, especially HP Inc. and Canon.

Brother enjoyed the largest year-over unit gain, increasing 4.6% to more than 1.7 million units shipped. This was largely due to its strong growth within the Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan) region where it changed its channel strategy to provide a wider range of products to its office automation channel partners.

HP Inc. enjoyed 1.3% year-over-year growth in global shipments with a particularly strong performance in Western Europe and Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan). HP’s growth was propelled by an online promotion event and the expansion of tier-three channels that had allowed it to capture the growth in demand from the significant increase of new businesses in the SMB segment.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/monochrome-devices-shipments-mark-growth-of-19-1/

SWIFTER ACCESS TO HP SMART DEVICE SERVICES

MPS Monitor SDS: immediate HP Smart Device Services access

            MPS Monitor has launched the immediate availability of a new SaaS version called MPS Monitor SDS, that enables HP Partners worldwide to take full advantage of the new HP Smart Devices Services platform in the easiest and cheapest way, without disrupting their own Managed Print Services current environment.

            MPS Monitor SDS provides access to all the HP Smart Device Services features and functions for free (up to 50 HP devices), or for a very low montly subscription (for more than 50 devices); it can be activated immediatly online, and does not require any change in the Partner operational infrastructure or organization.

The full announcement is below:

            MPS Monitor SDS is now available: the new SaaS solution gives immediate access to HP Smart Device Services

            HP Partners can activate online a new SaaS service that provides full HP Smart Device Services access, with dedicated offers starting from a free version

            MPS Monitor for HP Smart Device Services (MPS Monitor SDS) is now available to the HP Partners ecosystem worldwide. It offers a new, self-consistent SaaS  (Software-as-a-Service) solution that allows users to access all the functions of the HP SDS platform easily and immediately. It is specifically designed for HP Partners who wish to leverage immediately all the financial and operating advantages offered by HP Smart Device Services (SDS), but aren’t willing to adopt a new monitoring solution for their Managed Print Services environment.

The MPS Monitor SDS solution allows HP Partners to start providing HP SDS services to customers straight away. Partners will have exclusive access to the SaaS features provided by HP through a dedicated Portal and specific cost-effective subscriptions that are extremely easy and fast to activate. Using HP SDS SaaS features is simple and straightforward, and does not require specific skills or training.

            HP Partners of any size can access MPS Monitor SDS by choosing from 7 different subscriptions, starting from a free version that offers the complete range of SDS features on up to 50 HP printing devices.

For larger needs, HP Partners can choose the most appropriate option, starting from MPS Monitor SDS Mini, which can manage up to 200 devices at a cost of €99/month. It can be scaled up to 500, 1,000, 2,000 and 3,000 devices. Partners who manage more than 3,000 devices for their customers may request a customized quotation. Partners using MPS Monitor SDS can activate, cancel or modify their subscription online using the MPS Monitor SDS Portal.

MPS Monitor has been fully integrated with HP SDS services and with the HP JetAdvantage Management platform since April 2017. This integration is already active for over 220 customers and manages over 2,000 devices. It was made possible by the close partnership between HP and Oberon Service, Solution Developer and Partner of HP JetAdvantage, and sister company of MPS Monitor Srl.

            “Many HP Partners have already chosen MPS Monitor to provide the new HP SDS support services for the latest generations of HP printers. Thanks to SDS, they obtain significant savings whilst improving service levels”, says Nicola De Blasi, CEO of MPS Monitor Srl. “With this new SaaS version, all HP Partners can make the most of these advantages straight away, cost-effectively and without any negative impact on their business processes”.

            “MPS Monitor SDS allows us to meet the needs of the HP Partners who, although they want to offer SDS services to their customers using the necessary management software features, are not looking for a complete Managed Print Services platform”, underlines Giorgio Gesi, CEO of Oberon Service. “Thanks to our close collaboration with HP, we have been among the first to allow integration of MPS Monitor with HP JetAdvantage Management. The new version of MPS Monitor SDS highlights our ability to meet the specific needs of each partner and thus better serve the entire ecosystem of HP Partners”.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/swifter-access-to-hp-smart-device-services/

COLOR IMAGING WELCOMES A CONSULTANT ON EMEA REGION

Color Imaging (CI) has welcomed an industry veteran to expand its business in the EMEA region.

Dr. Sueling Wang, President of CI, and Mr. Reinhardt Jippa, JR Consulting, have agreed to join hands in expanding CI’s business in the EMEA region. Color Imaging hopes that Mr. Jippa’s joining of the company will ensure CI continue to supply its current customers in Europe with new color products such as compatible toner cartridges for copiers and MFP engines in particular.

Reinhardt has more than 25 years of experience in the consumables industry. Prior to this position, he gained experience on the aftermarket Toner and OPCs field handling Japanese products in the EMEA region.

The sales consultant also told RT Media, it is extremely important for the manufacturers to have an expert who knows how to find the best local distributor in the region where the company wants to develop its business, and that’s where he and his business come in.

On why he joined Color Imaging, Reinhardt commented, “I decided to join the toner manufacturer because I was interested in the fact that Color Imaging is focusing on developing high quality color products for copiers and MFP engines, instead of blindly following the cost-driven competitions on low cost laser products.”

Reinhardt mentioned that he is committed to be an active consultant and reliable interface between professional regional distributors and Color Imaging.

In the meantime, Ms. Kathy Tripp, the former Color Imaging sales representative for international sales has retired from her position with the company after 21 years of service.

Contact Reinhardt   jr@jrco.eu,

Cel.+49-172-6399942,

Tel.+49-6105-22855 or 703878,

Fax.+49-6105-279085

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/color-imaging-welcomes-a-consultant-on-emea-region/

PANTUM RELEASES NEW MFP SERIES

Pantum has released a new M7200 series multi-function-printer designed with friendly usability that will “fulfill your printing needs with less worries.”

The M7200 series has easy-to-use one-step installation and an extremely low paper jam rate. Its compact design saves space within the office and has a metal frame that increases reliability. Additionally, its added “silent mode” feature can create a comfortable and professional working environment.

As a scanner, the four-in-one can yield 24 A4 / 25 Letter ppm thanks to its high automatic-document-feeder (ADF). Besides, it can print, copy, scan and fax multiple-page documents in one machine without having to manually replace each page.

The machines is also highly productive in that it offers up to 33 page-per-month high printing speed and a 25,000-page monthly duty cycle. The cost-effective yet stylish printer has a highly effective automatic duplexing function for efficient office documentation.

Moreover, the new product lines boasts its connectivity. With an efficient 525MHz processor and 256 MB of memory, hard copies of documents can be scanned to the USB disk directly and conveniently saved. Furthermore, printing can be done from anywhere in the office with network, wireless and near field communication (NFC) connection.
The printer is also environmentally friendly and produces a lower carbon footprint as it has low level ozone emissions and toner wastage. Separate toner cartridge and drum design results in lower costs and reduced waste.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/pantum-releases-new-mfp-series/

BLACK TONER AND COMPONENTS FOR HP, SAMSUNG AND RICOH PRINTERS LAUNCHED

UniNet has introduced a series of toner and components for use in HP, Samsung and Ricoh printers.

According to UniNet, it has launched X Generation® Black Toner & components for use in HP Laserjet Pro M 12, HP MFP M 26, Samsung MultiXpress SL-M 5370, Samsung 4370 MFP, Ricoh Aficio SP 5310, Ricoh 5300, Ricoh MP 601 and Ricoh 501 SPF monochrome printer series.

The printing yields of the black toner cartridge used in above-mentioned HP, Samsung and Ricoh printers are 1,000 pages, 30,000 pages and 25,000 pages respectively.

UniNet also reveals that it can provide product solutions to serve the needs of remanufacturers of cartridges in above-mentioned printers.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/black-toner-and-components-for-hp-samsung-and-ricoh-printers-launched/

KATUN RELEASES COLOR TONER FOR KONICA MINOLTA MFPS

Katun Corporation, world’s leading suppliers to the office equipment industry, has introduced a high-quality, high-value color toner set for use in Konica Minolta machines.

According to Katun, the color toners produce high yields that match the original OEM. On the other hand, it ensures excellent color reproduction and image quality in the Konica Minolta C654/C754 series multi-function printers.

These products can be ordered by phone, fax, email and through the Katun online catalogue. Customers can access the online catalogue as well as customer service contact information at www.katun.com. Additionally, the website serves as a platform for registered customers to locate and order thousands of Katun products while viewing real-time information about their orders and accounts.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/katun-releases-color-toner-for-use-in-konica-minolta-mfps/

NEW PIGMENT INKS LAUNCHED FOR EPSON 4800 SERIES

Ourway Image Tech Co. has launched a series of new compatible pigment inks for use in EPN Stylus Pro 4800/ 4880/ 7600/ 9600/ 7800/ 9800/ 7880/ 9880/ 9908/ 7910/ 9910/ 7710/ 9710/ 11880C and EPN Colorshot T3200 series of printers.

According to Ourway, its new inks are branded as Kingjet, and sport eleven types of colors. The company claims the inks can produce intense and vibrant colors, and have long lasting performance. They are compatible with non-plugging nozzles and possess great anti-friction, light and water resistant ability. The inks have a long guarantee period, containing non-toxic substance and are comparable with OEM performance.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/new-pigment-inks-launched-for-epson-4800-series/

DEFENDANTS REQUEST RETRIAL IN CANON CASE

Aftermarket supplies businesses Color Imaging and General Plastic Industrial have urged the courts to provide them with a new trial because the jury ordered them to pay “grossly excessive damages” to Canon.

Color Imaging, Inc. (CI), based in Georgia USA, and General Plastic Industrial Co., Ltd. (GPI) of Taiwan filed the order with the US District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, Atlanta requesting an “alternative remittitur”—where the judge reduces the damages awarded by a jury—or a new trial.

It only took a jury a few hours back in June to return a guilty verdict where CI and GPI were found to have “willfully infringed Canon’s patent No. 7,647,012.” Canon was awarded the full measure of damages, however, Canon asked the court to enhance the damages award by up to three times, which is permitted under the law.

According to the court filings, copies of which have been supplied to RT Media, “a patentee may be awarded “reasonable royalty” damages for the infringer’s sales. The royalty rate for these damages is based on the results of “a hypothetical negotiation between the patentee and the infringer at a time before the infringing activity began.” CI and GPI argue, “Royalties, like lost profits, are compensatory damages, not punitive.”

The motion for a reduction in the damages or a new trial argues the jury agreed with Canon that the defendants owed it ,740,604 based on a royalty rate of for each empty bottle the defendants manufactured, even though GPI only sold its empty bottles for .59. The defendants claim the verdict reflects a royalty award that was 566% of GPI’s gross profit and over 334% of GPI’s revenues.

Their motion requests a new trial for reasonable royalty damages, if “Canon refuses to agree to a reduction (remittitur) to 4,207.80” which they consider to be reasonable royalty damages.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/defendants-request-retrial-in-canon-case/

HUGE COUNTERFEIT RAID IN GERMANY

Police have confiscated counterfeit toner cartridges worth €10 million (US.9 million) and apprehended a gang involved in worldwide trafficking in Hesse, Germany.

According to hessenschau.de customs officials in Frankfurt arrested 24 people allegedly involved in the German-Iranian gang that manufactured and sold counterfeit Kyocera toner cartridges.

Police raided 24 residential and business premises in the Rhein-Main and North Rhine-Westphalia districts. At the same time, a company was searched in the Netherlands.

The 24 suspects range in age between 29 and 72. Three have been allegedly identified as the main ring-leaders: a 34-year-old man from Gross-Umstadt and two 48- and 52-year-old men of no fixed address in Germany.

Crime investigators found more than €100,000 (US9,000) in cash as well as gold and valuables worth €40,000 (US,450).

A Frankfurt customs officer explained the gang had bought empty toner cartridges in Europe that were then exported to Chinaand Dubai to be filled and returned again to Germany. Some of the toner cartridges were also filled in a production facility in Frankfurt and Dieburg. A network of businesses in Germany and The Netherlands then distributed the products declaring them to be new, original products from Kyocera. Cash from sales then flowed back to accounts of the perpetrators in Dubai.

Hans-Jürgen Schmidt, a Customs Office spokesman said, “At the current time, the amount of damages is hard to estimate. We expect it to run into the double-digit million range.”

In order to transport the confiscated products more than 20 shipments were made by freight train and road haulage trucks.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/huge-counterfeit-raid-in-germany/

PELIKAN’S BUSINESS SELLS FOR MILLION

More details have emerged since RT Media broke the news about Malaysian-listed stationery group Pelikan which has been acquired by China’s Print-Rite.

The deal, worth US.98 million (RM30 million) sees Print-Rite pick up the Pelikan’s foreign printer consumable businesses in Germany,France, Czech Republic and China.

The declining volume and changes in the market have seen Pelikan suffer losses of about US.59 million in Europe as well as in China.

However the three subsidiary stationery businesses, Pelikan Hardcopy Production AG (PHP), Pelikan Hardcopy Distribution GmbH & Co. KG (PHD) and Pelikan France S.a.s, contributed US.65 million or 9.3% of the group’s revenue in the 2016 fiscal year.

Arnald Ho spoke exclusively to RT Media saying, “As you know, Pelikan was originally sold to the Malaysian parent company, but now Print-Rite has bought their global supplies business together with the two companies in Germany and France as well as a 30 year license to use the Pelikan brand for the hard copies supplies.”

According to theedgemarkets.com proceeds from the transaction will be used to cover the cost of staff terminations and plant closures, estimated to be US.26 million. The remaining will be used for working capital to wind-down operations of the disposed businesses.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/pelikans-business-sells-for-7-million/

 OEMS WIN AWARDS

Buyers Laboratory (BLI) has recognized the achievements of Canon, KYOCERA, Ricoh, RISO and Toshiba in its Summer 2017 Pick awards.

According to PRWeb, these awards are bestowed biannually to acknowledge the hardware and software accomplishments of the previous six months. PRWebproclaims, “Unique in the industry, the comprehensive tests assess a wide range of the most important features and performance factors for buyers.”

BLI recognized the following successes:

–          “Canon Winners Triumph with Productivity-Enhancing Features and Exceptional Reliability”

Joe Ellerman, U.S. Manager of Lab Operations for Keypoint Intelligence – Buyers Lab, commented, “Each of Canon’s Summer 2017 Pick winners exhibited outstanding reliability.”

–          “KYOCERA Earns Accolades for Reliability and Value Propositions”

George Mikolay, Associate Director of A3/Production for Keypoint Intelligence – Buyers Lab., stated “KYOCERA’s Summer 2017 Pick winners proved to be true workhorses, with exceptional reliability,”

–          “Ricoh Wins with Uptime and Fast Print and Scan Speeds” 

“Customers can expect minimal downtime with the MP 2555 Series,” said Ellerman.

–           “RISO Proves to be Ultra Reliable and an Excellent Value” 

Mikolay declared, “The RISO SF5130 is lightning fast and ultra-reliable,” he continued, “The device also offers supplies and ink costs per page that are among the lowest of duplicators tested to date.”

–           “Toshiba Touted for Reliability and Usability” 

“The Toshiba e-STUDIO4508A offers excellent reliability, as well as a feature set that is designed to enhance end-user productivity,” said Mikolay. “Users can program and access driver profiles to streamline frequently recurring print chores, while one-touch templates and the Simple Scan and Simple Copy menus make scan and copy job configuration a cinch.”

For more information on the specific awards given:

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2017/06/prweb14470236.htm

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/oems-win-awards/

 JADI TO SELL ITS PROPERTY

Malaysia-based toner manufacturer Jadi Imaging Holdings Bhd has decided to sell its freehold land as well as a detached factory-cum-three-storey office in Shah Alam.

According to klsescreener.com, the deal is predicted to be RM23 million (US.36 million). The company is said to have already entered into a sale and purchase agreement (SPA) with Tropical Fairyland Sdn Bhd.

Jadi claims that the money generated from the deal will be used for “bank borrowings repayment, working capital, estimated real property gain tax payable pursuant to the proposed disposal and defray estimated expenses relating to the proposed disposal.”

“The proposed disposal will enable Jadi Group to generate immediate cash flow and repay part of the group’s bank borrowings, which will reduce the gearing level of the group,” said Jadi Imaging.

The company also added, “This will also result in interest savings and provide financial flexibility to the group to secure additional borrowings should new investment opportunities arise.”

In addition to this, Jadi Imaging claims that the deal is expected to be completed by the fourth quarter of 2017.

Jadi Imaging shares remained at an unchanged closing price of 6.5 sen (0.02USD), with a market capitalization of RM 61.22 million (14.25 million USD).

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/jadi-to-sell-its-property/

 BROTHER PATENT DISPUTE SETTLED

Brother Industries. Ltd. announced the concluding settlement of a patent dispute with a distributor of toner and drum cartridges in Germany, after receiving substantial damage compensation.

The supplier had distributed a wide range of toner and drum cartridges that implemented patented technology of Brother, and had acknowledged it before the infringement action was filed.

The judgement issued in 2016 prohibits the distributor to offer, put on the market or use the toner and drum cartridges in dispute in Germany, or to import them into Germany or possess them in Germany for said purposes. Moreover, it established the obligation of the distributor to compensate damage and ordered it to disclose information.

After reimbursing costs and disclosed names of supplier and commercial customers and sales figures, Brother and the distributor have now arrived at an agreement on remaining claims.

“Brother is very pleased with this outcome.” Tadashi Ishiguro, Representative Director and Senior Managing Executive Officer of Brother, comments, “Once again, it shows that we have strong IP rights, the infringement of which does not pay. We will continue to take appropriate action against any such infringement whenever necessary.”

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/brother-patent-dispute-settled/

PRINT-RITE ACQUIRES PELIKAN’S CARTRIDGE BUSINESS

Print-Rite’s found CEO has given RT Media an exclusive scoop about the company’s 30 year deal with Pelikan.

Arnald Ho (pictured) said his well known cartridge manufacturing and remanufacturing brand for more than 35 years, has signed a license agreement with Pelikan, one of the world’s oldest and most loved stationery and art supplies brands.

Effective 30 June 2017 Print-Rite will have the exclusive rights to manufacture high quality, non-infringing cartridges using the Pelikan Brand.

From now on, Pelikan Hardcopy will transfer all current trading to two new companies, one in Germany and the other in France, both of which will trade as PRP Solutions. Since the strength of the Pelikan brand and its sales and customer service are critical components in the development of reliable business over the years, Print-Rite is committed to enhancing the service for new and existing customers.

Pelikan has a strong reputation in the European market as a supplier of high quality, IP safe aftermarket printer consumables and Print-Rite was considered the obvious and best partner in the industry able to maintain and enhance this reputation. Print-Rite has over 2,500 patents and operates with an emphasis on quality and non-infringing IP products at the highest level.

“This is a win-win for two highly reputable companies. Pelikan’s strong brand and network in Europe, will complement our strategy in Europe,” Arnald Ho told RT Media. “We expect to deliver more superior and reliable products with this powerful agreement,” he added.

Print-Rite has extensive resources and manufacturing facilities as well as a broad and growing product portfolio. Its focus on the hardcopy industry has been built over a 35-year history as a leading supplier to markets across the globe. Recently Print-Rite was awarded the distinction as one of the top 100 companies in China for innovation across all industries and sectors. For more information, please visit www.print-rite.com

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/print-rite-acquires-pelikans-cartridge-business/

 REPLACEMENT INK CARTRIDGES NOW LEGAL IN HOLLAND

A court in the Netherlands says the sale of replacement ink cartridges is permitted, even if the cartridges relate to an essential part of a patented invention.

The Court of Appeal at the Hague ruled in favor of Digital Revolution in a case brought on by HP.

According to Lexology, the court ruled the user of a printer “has an implied license to use the printer in a normal, well-functioning way, which includes the use of compatibles, provided that there is no protection for the cartridge itself.”

However, in practice, this ruling may have limited consequences, as the court also declared the result could be different if the consumer agrees to certain conditions at the time of purchasing the printer.

HP originally accused Digital Revolution of breaching its patent EP 2 170 617 (“EP 617”),  “because all elements of claims 1 and 2 were present in the cartridges offered by Digital Revolution.” This was rejected by the District Court of The Hague, because it found the claims to be invalid.

Lexology further noted, “In a later stage of the proceedings HP also argued indirect infringement of claim 7. This was also dismissed by the Court, because this additional claim was filed too late in the proceedings in violation of the principle of due process.” They continued, “In the appeal proceedings, HP again argued direct and indirect infringement. The appeal on the grounds of direct infringement was rejected by the Court of Appeal, because the Court found claims 2-6 and 13 of EP 617 to be invalid. “

Digital Revolution argued it does not offer or deliver cartridges to “anyone other than those authorized under the terms of Articles 55 to 60 (thus licensed) to apply the patented invention” as required by Article 73 DPA. The court agreed.

The case is expected to go before the Dutch Supreme Court.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/replacement-ink-cartridges-now-legal-in-holland/

 RICOH TO USE 100% RENEWABLE ENERGY BY 2019

Ricoh Asia Pacific has set the goal of being powered by 100% renewable energy in two years’ time.

According to the OEM, Ricoh Company, Ltd. announced the plan to become more environmentally friendly in April. The Singapore office for Ricoh Asia Pacific took the initiative by switching to 25% clean energy on the 20^th June. They predict to be powered by 50% clean energy this time next year, and expect this figure to rise to 100% by 2019.

Mr. Kazuhisa Goto, Managing Director of Ricoh Asia Pacific, explained Ricoh’s environmental decision, “As the regional headquarter in the Asia Pacific region, we recognized that business activities depended greatly on natural resources and the global eco systems. We also realized that environmental issues such as global warming and limited natural resources present both risks and opportunities for businesses, so it is important for us to strive for a balance on conservation activities with business sustainability to ensure the betterment of the environment.”

Ricoh is the first Japanese company to join the RE100, a group of significant companies that are committed to 100% renewable power. Ricoh Group as a whole is committed to using a minimum of 30% renewable energy by 2030 and 100% by 2050.

Mr. Goto elaborated, “Ricoh Asia Pacific wants to keep the momentum going as the leading regional headquarter. Given that our operation in this region are mainly the offices, it is not easy for us to find renewable sources without the need to install the solar panels. Despite so, we will continue to look out for prospective energy provider to power renewable source to other sales companies in this region in the near future.”

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/ricoh-to-use-100-renewable-energy-by-2019/

 CTI INKS USED FOR US STAMPS

The United States Postal Service (USPS) will be commemorating the solar eclipse by using Chromatic Technologies Inc. (CTI) inks on their stamps.

According to inkworldmagazine.com, the stamps will come equipped with a thermochromic ink that changes color when in contact with heat. The inks of CTI will allow users to alter the image of the solar eclipse through a simple touch of a thumb.

When the surface of the stamp is raised to 84°F. or higher, the lunar surface will appear. Similarly, when the temperature drops to 77°Fand below, it reverts back to the original dark image.

This technology has been exploited by companies such as MolsonCoors, Frito-Lay and Coca Cola since CTI’s inception in 1993. The thermochromic inks are uniquely formulated for use in screen printing, but CTI employs the same technology for use in flexographic, gravure and offset-printing processes. The thermochromic inks are available in multiple colors (and at various activation temperatures), and can also be adapted to change color when exposed to sunlight (photochromic inks).

The stamp marks the upcoming August 21 solar eclipse in the US.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/cti-inks-used-for-us-stamps/

 FREE PRINTER SERVICES AVAILABLE THROUGH INNOVATIVE PROGRAM

A global leading provider of printer cartridges and services has released an innovative program for businesses.

According to businesswire.com, Cartridge World has launched a “Why Buy a Printer?” program for businesses to buy the brand’s printer cartridges. The program also offers free business class printers and on-site printer services for the buyers of printer cartridges.

Besides, Cartridge World also claims that the performance of its toner cartridges is comparable to that of the original equipment manufacturer. The price of its toner cartridges is up to 30% cheaper than the OEM ones. Onsite and professional printer assessments from a local Cartridge World expert are also provided by the program.

In addition, customers can enjoy Cartridge World’s convenient online ordering and automated toner fulfillment service as well.

Mark Pinner, the CEO of Cartridge World North America said, “Whether a business is in need of a replacement printer, printer maintenance solution or additional scanning, faxing or copying abilities, Cartridge World is committed to meeting each customer’s office needs through our ‘Why Buy a Printer?’ program.”

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/free-printer-services-available-through-innovative-program/

CHINA’S ROLE IN THE BOOMING INKJET MARKET REVIEWED

Thanks to faster printing speeds and lower costs to print a page more players are getting into inkjet printing supplies across the globe.

The growing demand for the technology by consumers has been noted by Chinese manufacturers as well.

According to the orbisresearch.com, China shares the largest part of inkjet printer market for the past five years. This is, in part, due to the increasing manufacturing industry and the rise in companies outsourcing the manufacturing to the Asia Pacific superpower.

A report has just been released that examines this growth trend in inkjet supplies in China.

Released in April, “The Global and Chinese Inkjet Printer Industry 2012-2022 Market Research Report” provides a professional, in-depth study about the global inkjet printer market with a focus on the Chinese market. Details on the effects of the global demands on the market and directions are detailed in the report.

Obis Research expects the global inkjet printer industry to grow further through the forecast period of 2017-2022 with all key players in active pursuit. The report also provides key insights into for those who wish to broaden their spectrum in the market.

Further, the researchers claim key market players, who wish to gain maximum market share in the future, need to be kept updated on the latest developments of other competitors. To this end substantial statistics on the inkjet market are provided in the report.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/chinas-role-in-the-booming-inkjet-market-reviewed/

 CHINA DECLARES A NATIONAL BRAND DAY

Branding is such a hot issue in domestic and global business that the government in China has called for a National Day to urge its growing business sector to focus on it each year.
Various countries in the past have used their country as a brand, notably Japan, Germanyand the USA. Each country likes to promote “Made In …” branding to encourage its inhabitants to support the national products for economic reasons.
According to WorldsTopExports.com China exported US.119 trillion in 2016, 21.2% ending up in North America and 18.5% in Europe. The top 10 products the rest of the world wants from China include electrical machinery, computers and accessories, furniture, clothing, footwear and vehicles. Given China’s population of 1.4 billion people, the value of its 2016 exports translates to roughly US/lib/forExpo/virtex.php?lang=eng&eventId=7,500 for every resident in the country.
The printing consumables industry has also gained a strong foothold in China. Zhuhai, in southern China, has been named the printing consumables capital of the world with .65 billion of exports going to over 100 countries..
The Zhuhai brand, like the China brand, attracts thousands of businesses from around the globe to the more than 650 individual printing consumables companies located there. Many of these companies travel to events held around the world including PaperWorld in Germany, ITEX in USA and the RT Imaging Expos in Egypt and Mexico. An Egyptian visitor told RT Media today, “I gained around 20 new suppliers from the show in Cairo, mainly from China. Now I am making deals with some of them. In just two days RT Imaging Summit and Expo gave us a plate of gold.” Ayman Abdelbaset added, “Now I will visit China in 50 days, to follow up the great opportunities made during this expo.”
The Centre for Printing Consumables in Zhuhai reports 78.6% of ribbons, 68.4% aftermarket inkjet cartridges and 40.1% of aftermarket toner cartridges used in the world come from Zhuhai based companies.
Many of the individual printing consumables supplies companies in China area also busy going about developing their own brands as well. Four of them have floated their companies and allowed ordinary people, including Chinese, to be a part of their success as they grow domestically as well as internationally:

1. Print-Rite, the first company to start the supplies business in China 35 years ago floated its subsidiary Zhuhai Print-Rite New Materials Corporation Limited in September 2016.
2. Suzhou Goldengreen Technologies Ltd, the second largest OPC drum manufacturer in the world behind Canon reported in August 2016 that its public float at the Shenzhen Stock Exchange was oversubscribed 3,263 times.
3. According to Reuters Hubei Dinglong, which was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 2010 has a market capitalization just over CNY12 billion (USD1.8 billion) and is using the capital to roll up some of China’s better known, second-tier supplies companies and emerge as the region’s largest toner cartridge manufacturer.
4. Apex Technologies which owns the Ninestar and Pantum brands, acquired the well know US brand printer manufacturer Lexmark in 2016 and pushed the brand into the top 5 OEM global printing brands behind HP, Canon, Epson and Brother. In 2015, Apex also acquired Static Control Components, arguably the best known supplier of cartridge components in the world, which is also based in the United States.

Top brand marketing gurus say that successful brands rely on experience as being the leading key factor that determines who will follow them. Consumers leave brands where a poor experience has taken place, or move to a new brand where a better experience can occur. Taking the lead in proclaiming a National Brand Day reveals China is finding out quickly what it needs to do to its advantage.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/china-declares-a-national-brand-day/

 FOUR OUT OF FIVE TOP HARDCOPY BUSINESSES ACHIEVED GROWTH

The worldwide hardcopy peripherals (HCP) industry has risen 1.2% in comparison to last year. Both inkjet and laser unit shipments were pivotal factors triggering the year-over-year growth, increasing 2.2% and 2.1%, respectively.According to Business Wire, over 23.4 million units were shipped in the HCP market in the first quarter of 2017 which is almost 300,000 units more than in the same period of 2016. Hardcopy peripherals include single-function printers, multifunctional systems (MFPs), and single-function digital copiers (SF DC).

Four out of the five top HCP businesses had year-over-year positive shipment growth. Epson had the greatest improvement at 5.6%, in second was HP Inc. at 3.0%. This was followed by Canon Group and Brother who both had a 0.6% growth.

In addition to this, color inkjet 1-10ppm devices rose 89.2% in total unit shipments. The driving factor for this exponential growth was the improvement across all eight of IDC’s regional markets, ranging from 50.5% to 248.6%.

Moreover, Epson attained a 6.9% year-over-year progression in the inkjet sector. This was achieved primarily through the utilization of their five L series models that were introduced last year.

Furthermore, HP Inc. had great success in China. They accomplished this through the expansion of their tier-three channels which benefitted the developing new businesses in the SMB segment. In fact, HP Inc. managed to achieve a 3.0% year-over-year growth in global shipments.
IDC, the institution that acquired the statistics “is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology markets.”

 

 CANON GRANTED PATENT INJUNCTION IN GERMANY

District Court Düsseldorf has granted Canon a preliminary injunction for patent infringement in Germany, according to Canon.

The M & S Vertrieb Service OHG was issued for the offer and distribution of laser toner cartridges comprising a drum unit via Amazon.de under Amazon Standard Identification Number B00I9BN11C, B00HFN56UE, B00IHWSUCS, B06WVB3JRW, B00IHXOQFW and B01BGQLB0O. Those cartridges replace the cartridge models HP CF226A, HP CE255X, HP CF280A, HP CF280X, HP CF287A, HP CE505A and HP CE505X compatible with HP laser beam printers.

The preliminary injunction granted by the District Court Düsseldorf is not yet final. Canon can enforce the decision after service of the PI on the Defendants.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/canon-granted-patent-injunction-in-germany/

 HP TEAMS UP WITH JAPANESE COMPANIES

HP’s 3D printing business has announced partnerships with Japan-based companies Mutoh Industries Ltd and Ricoh Japan Corp.

According to the OEM, these partnerships have occurred only one week after HP broadcasted its commercial entry into the world’s largest manufacturing market.

Not only are Ricoh and Mutoh bringing a geographically valuable relationship to HP, they are also set to open a 3D Printing Reference and Experience Center in Tokyo. This will showcase the HP Jet Fusion 3D printing solutions and allow them to converse and connect with customers.

Being a technological and manufacturing superpower, Japan is responsible for 10% of global manufacturing. It also plays a huge role in the advancement of technology by being a large developer of innovative electronic products.

What’s more, Japanese businesses have recently embraced 3D printing as it is an ever-growing market. According to data from IDC, it saw more than 104 percent in revenue growth from 2015 to 2016. It is expected to reach US0 million in sales by 2020.

Richard Bailey, president of Asia Pacific and Japan at HP stated, “We are on the cusp of a transformation in manufacturing, enabled by new technologies such as 3D printing, artificial intelligence and robotics,” he followed on by saying “We are excited to introduce HP’s commercial 3D printing solution to reinvent manufacturing in Asia-Pacific, delivering much higher speeds and lower costs while enabling on-demand, low-volume production.”

Bailey declared, “HP is building a strong community of local resellers and materials partners as well as customer experience centers that will provide comprehensive support to help our customers leverage this transformation.”

 Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/hp-teams-up-with-japanese-companies/

 AFTERMARKET SNAPS BACK AT FAKE NEWS

A reputable toner manufacturing company based in Malaysia has come under attack from a US based news agency, and now it plans to fight back. Jadi Imaging says the agency has made erroneous accusations attacking its brand. “Jadi Imaging Technologies will not stand still and allow Tonernews.com to discredit it in such a wrongful way. It’s time to speak up and take action,” a Jadi spokesperson told RT Media.

Jadi added, “Even in 2017, the legitimate aftermarket industry is still being criticized for condoning acts of counterfeit products. Now Tonernews.com is making the same accusation about Jadi.”

Jadi told RT Media that the company’s trade practices and business ethics are very clear on three key points:

·                                Jadi’s toner does not breach any OEM patents;

·                                Jadi’s toner is sold under its own private label;

·                                Jadi’s toner is not sold under the pretense of being an OEM branded product.

“The 3^rd point is especially pivotal,” the company representative stated. “Counterfeiters intentionally sell their products in such a way that consumers believe they are purchasing genuine OEM branded products.”

“Jadi does not condone such actions and would like to emphasize that all parties take the initiative to honestly and truthfully understand the role of the legitimate aftermarket industry, which is present in many other sectors.”

Jadi Imaging is not the first aftermarket company to be affected by wrongful, damaging fake news published by TonerNews.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/aftermarket-snaps-back-at-fake-news/

 CHINESE AFTERMARKET REMANUFACTURER SEEKS USITC OPINION

Ninestar, the well-known Chinese cartridge remanufacturer, has approached the US International Trade Commission (USITC) seeking an opinion about having some of its products excluded from current GEOs.

GEOs, or General Exclusion Orders, are set up to stop infringing products from entering the country following an investigation into printer OEM complaints by the USITC.

A reply was filed by Ninestar on June 1 in response to Epson’s opposition in May to its April request for an advisory opinion.

According to legal documents dated April 26, provided to RT Media, Ninestar Image Tech Ltd., Ninestar Technology Company, Ltd., and Apex Microtech Ltd. (Ninestar) requested the Commission to “issue an advisory opinion that their remanufactured Epson ink cartridges are outside the scope of the GEO and the Cease and Desist Orders of the 565 and 946 Investigations.”

Epson moved quickly to file a response with the USITC on May 8. They urged the commission not to provide an advisory opinion proceeding to Ninestar. “Even if Ninestar’s submission were sufficient,” Epson argued even though they stated their petition was inadequate, “Ninestar and its affiliates have a proven track record of fraudulently violating this Commission’s exclusion and cease and desist orders, including specifically under the guise of importing remanufactured ink cartridges.”

In its most recent June 1 submission to the USITC, Ninestar reminds the commission of the Supreme Court’s May 30 decision which “affects the application of the first sale doctrine in the proposed advisory action and how it simplifies the issues and need for discovery in the proposed advisory action.”

Ninestar is now requesting the commission to take these additional matters into account. In response to Epson’s opposition, Ninestar wishes this new information to be added to their original request for an Advisory Opinion from the USITC.

In May, the Supreme Court of the U.S.issued a ruling that a product’s patent rights are exhausted after the first sale. Further, the ruling takes effect irrespective of where that the first sale was conducted.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/chinese-aftermarket-remanufacturer-seeks-usitc-opinion/

US COMMISSION AGREES TO ADVISE NINESTAR

The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has agreed to institute an advisory action regarding remanufactured cartridges based on a petition by Ninestar back in April this year.

This is in despite of a fiery request by Epson for the commission not to provide an advisory opinion. That request, on May 8, argued Ninestar’s petition was inadequate and reminded the commission “Ninestar and its affiliates have a proven track record of fraudulently violating this Commission’s exclusion and cease and desist orders, including specifically under the guise of importing remanufactured ink cartridges.”

Epson’s request appears to have been disregarded. In June 13 the USITC assigned the task of providing the advisory opinion to Ninestar to Administrative Law Judge Shaw (pictured).

RT Media has been advised ALJ Shaw could issue an initial advisory opinion within 3-6 months. But, the final timing could be extended as required.

Details:https://www.rtmworld.com/2d/news/us-commission-agrees-to-advise-ninestar/

ECOLABEL FOR PELIKAN’S CARTRIDGES EXTENDED