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HP Opens Scottish Centre For Technology Renewal

Wed, 16 May 2012 10:52:12 +0100

HP has announced that it has opened a technology renewal centre in Erskine, Scotland, which will benefit government and enterprise customers.

It will allow consumers to acquire certified legacy HP products, while devices which have reached the end of their useful life can be recycled or refreshed.

The centre will play its role in improving HP's green credentials, as it takes in older IT equipment which would otherwise end up on a landfill site.

Jim O'Grady, director and global asset management at HP Financial Services, said: "Equipped to handle the strategic requirements of enterprises large and small, the Erskine facility will enable HP Financial Services to significantly expand the global capabilities, asset management and recycling services we provide our customers.

HP said that it expects more than 120 million PCs to be refurbished and reused over the next five years within the global secondary market alone.

The technology giant can refurbish and refill printer ink cartridges, which prevents these items from being thrown out and polluting the environment.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Xerox Named Managed Print Services Leader

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:21:57 +0100

Printer company Xerox has been named a Managed Print Services leader in a new report.

Forrester Research has given the toner cartridge firm the accreditation after it received the top vendor ranking with regard to market presence and the highest possible strategy score.

Report author Craig Le Clair, vice president and principal analyst at Forrester Research, said: "Xerox's market reach has been enhanced through integration with its ITO business, expansion to many partners in the small and medium-sized business (SMB) space, as well as partnering with global delivery."

Mr Le Clair added that the company boasts an extremely well-balanced offering, demonstrating strength across all of its categories, such as platform support and global deployments.

Earlier this month, Xerox announced that it will work with Boeing in order to deploy a managed print services strategy.

The two companies have agreed a six-year Enterprise Print Services contract, with Xerox set to consolidate printers and copiers among other devices.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Survey Suggests UK Workers Are Greener At Home

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:47:06 +0100

The green habits of British workers are abandoned when they leave their homes and travel to their office, research has suggested.

EnvironmentalExpert.com has reported on a national study that was commissioned as part of Green Office Week, which found that people are more likely to put unused printer paper in the bin at work and leave windows open while the heating is on.

The study also indicated that staff often do not use ink environmentally, with a quarter of workers printing when it is unnecessary.

As well as this, four out of ten employees forget to use their company's recycling bin, while eight out of ten divide recyclable goods from non-recyclables when they are at home.

Gregg Corbett, marketing director at Avery and founder of Green Office Week, recently highlighted that British companies are losing money due to their unsatisfactory environmental practices.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Epson Extends Deal With Man United

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:43:21 +0100

Ink company Epson has agreed a three-year contract with Manchester United to continue as the club's official office equipment supplier.

The ink and printer company views the affiliation as a key way of boosting its global visibility and business growth, with the deal set to run until the end of the 2014/15 season.

As part of the agreement, Epson will supply Manchester United with core office and front-of-house printing and imaging equipment.

Epson general manager of global communications Ian Cameron said: "This is an exciting partnership and we see it as an opportunity to strengthen connections with our customers around the world, particularly in emerging markets."

The company will also benefit from advertising rights and hospitality thanks to the deal.

This agreement comes shortly after Epson announced its first WorkForce printers, which are engineered to cater for small and medium-sized businesses.

Two of the first models in the series will be the Epson WorkForce WF-7011 colour A3 single function printer and the WorkForce WF-7511.

Internet-ink are also proud to sponsor premier league Everton footballer Tony Hibbert. One of the longest serving players with Everton FC. Internet-ink have sponsored Tony for the 2012-2013 premier league campaign.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Kodak Aiming For High Sales At Drupa 2012

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:07:22 +0100

Kodak has issued a statement of intent by claiming that visitors are attending the Drupa 2012 event in order to buy its ink products.

Speaking to the Democrat and Chronicle, Kodak co-president Philip Faraci said that the company has already made significant progress towards its sales goal for the event, which started on May 3rd and runs until May 16th.

"Visitors are not just coming to see what we have to offer, they are coming to buy. By day two, we were at 30 per cent of our Drupa sales goal - and by day four, we had reached more than 60 per cent," Mr Faraci commented.

Kodak is exhibiting a number of products at the event in a booth which is measured at 27,000 sq ft.

News of the company's progress at Drupa 2012 comes after it agreed a new partnership with Samsung.

The deal will see Samsung sell its own all-in-one inkjet models and utilise Kodak's proprietary ink technology.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Named As Sponsor Of Audubon Photography Awards

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:02:32 +0100

Printer ink company Epson has been confirmed as the official inkjet printer sponsor of Audubon Magazine's annual photography awards.

The contest features more than 10,000 photo entries on an annual basis, and Epson has involved itself in the competition to signal its commitment to providing photographers with the appliances they require, embracing their creativity.

Richard Day, group product manager of professional imaging at Epson America, said: "Epson's innovative, industry-leading printing technology enables photographers to showcase the true colour and intensity of their photographs."

In order to boost the quality of photo prints, Epson has released its Stylus Photo R3000 model, which boasts high capacity ink cartridges and AccuPhoto HD2 image technology, enabling better detail on photographs.

It is also not the first time Epson has sponsored such an event, as it was named as the official inkjet printer and paper partner for the 2012 Nature's Best Photography Windland Smith Rice International Awards Exhibition earlier this year.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson Stylus Photo 1500W Printer Achieves Prestigious Awards

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:06:47 +0100

The Epson Stylus Photo 1500W has been named the ‘Best Expert Photo Printer’ at the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) Awards 2012.

Mary McNulty, Head of PR at Epson Europe states: “We are honoured to be presented with the TIPA awards this year. At Epson, we continually look for new solutions and ways to enhance our product range.

The Epson Stylus Photo 1500W is a wireless, A3+ printer with an unbeatable combination of convenience and superior specifications for high-quality, glossy photo output. The Epson 1500W can print from almost anywhere thanks to its built-in Wi-Fi connectivity.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen

HP Unveils New Printing Products

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:13:17 +0100

HP has unveiled its latest portfolio of products, including the world's first mobile all-in-one printer.

The HP Officejet 150 Mobile All-In-One Printer is aimed at business professionals who require a compact and durable solution for their printing, scanning and copying needs.

Other products announced by the company include the HP Scanjet device, as well as four new LaserJet models.

Todd Bradley, executive vice president of printing and personal systems at HP, said: "The products we unveiled today are inspired by our customers, and confirm our passion to fuse form, function, style and reliability into great computers and printers."

Mr Bradley explained that HP is now well-positioned to deliver innovation in the future for customers all around the globe.

These remarks come after HP underlined its intent to stop counterfeiters in Kenya, after a number of fake ink products were found.

Over the past year, the company has interacted with officials in different African countries to dispose of nearly 15,000 illegal consumable products.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Firms Can Become Greener By Printing Carefully

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:25:14 +0100

Firms can boost their green credentials by putting more thought into their use of ink cartridges, one expert has advised.

Speaking to Fresh Business Thinking, Richard Costin, managing director of Banner Business Services, has encouraged workers to check how long their document is prior to printing to ensure they are only using the number of pages required.

Mr Costin also advised staff to change the settings of their printers to guarantee that pages print on both sides.

Another way that firms can become greener is by keeping electronic versions of data, as opposed to hard copies, while emails should be used to invite people to events instead of printed hand-outs.

It appears that more companies now want to lower the impact on the environment, as the Office Depot Small Business Index has found that 72 per cent of small businesses are hoping to lower their footprint by reducing waste.

As well as this, 61 per cent are planning to purchase energy-efficient products.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

HP Officejet Pro 8100 Praised By PC World

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:56:17 +0100

The HP Officejet Pro 8100 ePrinter has been commended in a recent review by PCWorld.com.

The website described the model as "classily styled" and praised its cheap ink cartridges, which could help to save businesses money in the long run.

It also lauded the printer's control panel, which features a small LCD screen that displays ink levels and notifies the user when they are out of paper.

PCWorld.com went on to describe the printer's output as "generally very good", noting: "Text looked sharp, though it tended toward charcoal gray instead of black.

"Monochrome graphics were attractive and had smooth transitions, though of the same overall charcoal cast."

Despite its critical acclaim, the model will face stiff competition in the market, especially after Samsung's ML-2955DW printer picked up positive comments from Trusted Reviews.

The device was deemed a "very fine printer" and was praised fror its connectivity and duplex functions.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ricoh Picks Up INGEDE Certification

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:51:25 +0100

Ink firm Ricoh has gained an accreditation from the International Association of the Deinking Industry (INGEDE).

The firm picked up the certification after it proved that toner from its digital colour printing press portfolio can be removed from paper during the recycling process.

As well as this, the ink specialist has announced that its printing activity at drupa 2012 will be carbon neutral due to the use of the Ricoh Carbon Balanced Printing Programme.

Graham Moore, business development director for Ricoh Europe's production printing business group, said: "Ricoh is at the forefront of providing the tools, services and certified products that make an environmentally responsible printing business easier to achieve than ever before."

His remarks come after the Office Depot Small Business Index found that 72 per cent of small businesses are looking to lower their carbon footprint by decreasing waste, whereas 61 per cent are planning to buy energy efficient products.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

UK Firms Losing Money Due To Poor Environmental Practices

Tue, 08 May 2012 09:07:58 +0100

British firms are losing money because of their sub-standard environmental practices, one specialist has claimed.

Many companies falsely believe that it is too expensive for them to stay green and reduce their energy costs, but Gregg Corbett, marketing director at Avery and founder of Green Office Week, believes that cash can be saved by being more mindful of energy use.

"The truth is, in a business with poor environmental practices, staff often leave personal computer monitors on, open windows when the heating is on and leave printers on overnight," Mr Corbett explained.

He also stated that the day-to-day actions of staff have a direct impact on an organisation's finances.

One firm that is aiming to boost its green credentials is Apex Acquisitions, which has introduced a new energy efficiency policy.

This move will see the recycling of ink cartridges encouraged across the business, while operating costs will also be reduced as part of the measure.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ricoh Announces New Pro L4000 Printers

Fri, 04 May 2012 11:57:27 +0100

Ricoh has announced its new Ricoh Pro L4000 (TM) series of printers, which use durable latex ink in a number of colours.

This type of ink has a low environmental impact because of its aqueous nature and is available in colours such as light cyan, light magneta and white. In addition, the devices feature jetting print head technology, enabling three different drop sizes to be used at one time.

Peter Williams, executive vice president of Ricoh Europe and head of Ricoh's production printing business group, said: "The Ricoh Group has been at the forefront of inkjet technology research and development for many years and now the time is right to launch an extremely competitive large format inkjet printer range."

News of Ricoh's new printers comes after Epson launched its WorkForce models.

These have been built to meet the requirements of small and medium-sized businesses, with the Epson WorkForce WF-7011 colour A3 single function printer and the WorkForce WF-7511 printers being the first to be released.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Oracle Plays Down Chances Of Settlement With HP

Fri, 04 May 2012 11:31:28 +0100

An attorney from Oracle has ruled out a settlement with HP in a lawsuit regarding the Itanium microprocessor.

Dan Wall, attorney for the firm, said that the sides will not come to an agreement, with ink giant HP looking for around $4 billion (£2.4 billion) in lost profit damages, reports Reuters.

The case comes after Oracle opted to stop supporting Itanium last year due to beliefs that it was approaching the end of its lifespan, which led to HP describing Oracle's decision as "anti-customer".

Both parties attempted to encourage Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge James Kleinberg to give them the victory ahead of a trial, but Mr Kleinberg refused and has now deemed the scenario "extremely challenging".

While the case remains unresolved, ZDNet has reported that HP may be looking to feature Autonomy's augmented-reality technology in its future devices.

A spokesperson from the firm told the news provider that there are "many opportunities" for the technology to be utilised.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Boeing To Work With Xerox To Boost Ink Use

Thu, 03 May 2012 08:38:12 +0100

Boeing will work with Xerox in order to deploy a managed print services strategy that will enable it to save on ink.

A six-year Enterprise Print Services contract has been agreed, which will see Xerox consolidate devices such as printers, copiers and fax machines in order to take into account energy efficiency and ink use.

Kevin Warren, president of US client operations at Xerox, said: "We responded with an MPS plan that serves their specific needs for advanced security, environmentally sensitive work strategies and simplified ways to manage both printed and digital information."

Mr Warren stated that Boeing was looking for a strategic partner in order to innovate their business processes and reduce their spending.

Dell is another company that has made efforts to help businesses with their ink management.

The firm has announced its Print Solutions Webinar Series, which aims to provide assistance with printing costs.

Experts offering guidance as part of the events include author and consultant James Gaskin, who will pinpoint how the cost of printer consumables can be reduced.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

OKI Europe Brings Out New Printers For SMEs

Wed, 02 May 2012 11:29:33 +0100

Ink company OKI Europe has announced that it is expanding its printer range for organisations, boosting its offering to one-man start-ups and small to medium sized businesses (SMBs).

It is bringing out a number of printer ink devices, including multi-function products (MFPs), which are capable of producing documents in A3 and A4.

Among the latest colour MFPs are the MC352dn, MC362dn and MC562dn, which feature a selection of software utilities with added functionality for control and workgroups.

Terry Laidlaw, OKI Europe's managing director, said: "In Europe, our success has been built on our exclusive focus on an unrivalled understanding of the SMB market. Today, this business opportunity is stronger than ever. "

OKI has also added two new printers to its mono MFP range, in the shape of the MB461 and MB471.

Furthermore, it has also unveiled three new single-function printers, with the C331dn, C511dn and C531dn able to print A4 in colour and at high speeds.

The origins of OKI date back to 1881, when Kibataro Oki founded Meikosha Ltd, after convincing Japan that it was about the enter the age of communications.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Experiment With Printer Paper Advises Expert

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:44:57 +0100

Contrasting results will come from using different quality printer paper, according to an expert.

Rick Maybury, writing for the tech section of the Daily Telegraph, was answering a reader's query after asking if there were any disadvantages to using cheaper paper.

The correspondent said that printer ink users should not be afraid to experiment with the different settings and paper that is available.

Users can choose paper of different thickness, while special photo sheets are available for printing items snapped on a digital camera.

"The point is if you are getting acceptable results on cheap paper then by all means continue to use it. Paper absorbency doesn't have any impact on ink consumption, but it can affect the sharpness of printed characters," he advised.

Mr Maybury went on to say that recycled printer ink cartridges have benefits in being cheaper than brand new versions.

He noted that these models are perfectly suited to machines where the print head is built into the ink cartridge, such as most HP devices.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Research Suggests Colour Printing Could Improve Learning

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:25:59 +0100

Printing has advanced significantly since its inception, with the number and variety of ink cartridges expanding across the globe.

While in previous years, printouts often suffered from poor detail and resolution, this has changed rapidly, as the quality of output has reached a higher level, with a range of different types of printer ink now available in the market.

In addition, alongside the introduction of computers and the internet, printing has become essential for many companies, while a number of students now word-process more work than they write.

The quality of handouts from organisations is also pivotal, as they must appear professional in order to leave a good impression on customers or investors.

With these factors in mind, a recent study from Xerox has proved particularly surprising, with the research finding that colour is often absent in classroom handouts.

The company discovered that seven in ten students within grades three-12 claimed that few or none of their printed worksheets include pictures, while 69 per cent stated that a minimal number of graphs or charts boasted colour.

Despite this, the students questioned noted that colour materials would be highly beneficial for their work, with 58 per cent noting that they would be able to learn more in science classes if materials were provided in colour.

The study was carried out online in the US on behalf of Xerox by Harris Interactive and the figures for age, sex, race, parental education and region were weighted in a bid to ensure that the overall sample was in line with America's overall population of eight to 18 year olds.

Leah Quesada, vice president of marketing at Enterprise Business Group, Xerox, suggested that, even with many budgets decreasing in the current economic climate, colour printing can be affordable.

"With the right tools in place, colour can be maximised in the classroom to the benefit of the students," Ms Quesada explained.

"There are affordable options like the new ColorQube 8900 Color Multifunction Printer, which creates documents inexpensively on a wide range of media, including recycled paper," she added.

Demonstrating the technology available in the printing market, Xerox has also introduced its Hybrid Colour Pricing Plan, which assesses the amount of colour used in a document and calculates the cost of the process.

Such measures are particularly important for companies in the current economic climate, as firms across the world will be looking to reduce operating costs in as many areas as possible, including printing.

Ryanair is one of the companies that has taken strides to lower its annual print spend. It has accomplished this by moving from A4 to the A5 format.

The airline requested its publisher Ink to reduce the costs of its 'Let's Go with Ryanair' magazine. While its volume has remained the same, the company has saved £412,000 by making the alteration.

Company representative Stephen McNamara said: "Ryanair and Ink have cut the page size of our award winning 'Let's Go with Ryanair' magazine in order to reduce its weight, as well as its paper and production costs, but we have sacrificed none of its 164 pages or its entertaining content."

The magazine will also double-up as an in-flight menu card, as well as offering articles on lifestyle, entertainment, destinations and travel.

Therefore, the move has yielded many benefits for Ryanair and indicates that people can save money on their printouts without actually lowering their volume.

Although the airline has focused primarily on changing the format of its paper, financial savings can also be made in other ways.

For example, companies can lower the cost of their printing by simply lowering their in-house font size, which will ensure that savings can be made without lowering output.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

How Is Technology Advancing In The Printing Industry

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:24:09 +0100

A number of industries across the world have been transformed in recent years as technology advances.

This is no different in the printing sector, where companies have now been given new systems to work with, enabling higher levels of efficiency for firms, better printer ink quality and improved security.

This was recently highlighted by HP, which showcased a number of its latest solutions at the JW Marriott in Surabaya, Indonesia, reports Demotix.

Among them were three new models of web-capable laser printers, the HP LaserJet Pro 100 color MFP M175, and HP LaserJet M275 Enterprise 600 M603DN.

The devices make up the firm's latest portfolio of solutions, which hope to provide new possibilities with regard to imaging and printing in the business sector.

Rita Panambunan, LaserJet / commercial enterprise solutions and channel director, Imaging & Printing Group HP Indonesia, told the news provider: "With the potential of the web and more complete mobility, the HP LaserJet Recent helping small and medium scale businesses to adapt more well to changes and market developments."

The LaserJet printers enable people to send photos via smartphones and have them printed out, offering added convenience for businesspeople and removing the need to be at a computer or laptop.

HP will also be showcasing some of its new products at its Print Your Future exhibition at drupa 2012 in Dusseldorf, Germany.

It will be displaying its new portfolio of digital printing solutions, workload solutions, business-development resources and financing options to assist print service providers. (PSPs).

Ten new digital printing systems will be showcased at the exhibition, including the HPindigo and HP Scitex ranges.

Christopher Morgan, senior vice president, Graphics Solutions Business at HP, said: "Our 'Print Your Future' theme reflects our promise to help PSP customers create a relevant and profitable future of print.

"Our strongest-ever drupa portfolio will benefit customers for the print jobs they do today, and those they want to do tomorrow."

Mr Morgan went on to say that the company is aiming to illustrate how printing is evolving, while demonstrating how companies can embrace the future and remain competitive.

In addition to unveiling some of its latest solutions, HP will also recognise the work of customers at drupe, as it is to announce the winners of its Print Excellence Awards programme.

Victors from the contest's 21 categories will be revealed, with the winning entries set to be exhibited at HP's stand at the event.

HP is not alone in its efforts to deliver new solutions to the market, as TechCentral has reported that Brother is looking to add to its product line this year.

The news provider has quoted Toshikazu Koike, global chairman and president of the company, as saying: "Our focus has always been to adapt to the changing nature of our market place and to our customers' demands, always putting our customers' first with our motto 'at your side'."

The firm has outlined aims to increase its overall sales from 492 billion yen (£374 million) last year to 750 billion yen in 2015.

Brother is active in 44 countries and employs roughly 30,000 people, and is aiming to develop enterprise markets based around new devices, including an ultra-fast enterprise class printer based on new line head technology.

It is also looking to release its B-Guard service, a piece of print management software for small and medium-sized businesses.

Chris Marshall, senior manager of the print and solutions division of Brother International Europe, said: "For the first time, we believe, we're making full print fleet management available to SMBs by making simple, cost effective solutions."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Customer Feedback March 2012

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:21:15 +0100

Customer Feedback March 2012

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Canon Malaysia Aiming For Increased Sales

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:07:34 +0100

Canon Malaysia has outlined its aim of achieving higher sales in the printer ink industry.

The firm is set to focus on the small office/home office and small and medium enterprises markets as part of its attempts to increase profits, with new models including a laser model and four inkjet devices.

Donny Ling, director of consumer system products division, said: "We are optimistic of achieving the sales target for Canon's new printers this year and further enhance the brand’s leadership in inkjet printer market."

Mr Ling explained that the company is also aiming to help transform Malaysia into a high-income country, while providing companies with the best equipment available.

Last month, Canon launched its cloud-friendly MX892 printer, which boasts a selection of connectivity options.

The device allows documents to be printed via the cloud and other portable devices, while automatic duplexing is also supported by the model, which could help firms to make savings on paper costs.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ricoh Reveals Net Loss For Fiscal Year

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:55:30 +0100

Printer company Ricoh has revealed that it fell into a net loss for the last fiscal year, marking the first time it has happened since the company was listed.

The combined effects of the disasters in Japan and Thailand were cited as reasons for it, with the ink company recording a net loss of 44.6 billion yen (£340 million), compared to a profit of 19.6 billion yen in the previous year, reports MarketWatch.

Ricoh has confirmed that, in an effort to improve sales, it will spend 11 billion yen to improve its printer toner production capacity at one of the plants of its subsidiaries in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.

It is expected that this new production stream will launch in June next year.

This news comes after HP signed a deal to launch a new manufacturing facility in Chongqing, China.

The factory aims to produce 60 million inkjet and laser printers every year, following three building stages, which are expected to be completed in two to three years.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Kodak And Samsung Announce New Partnership

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:50:33 +0100

Printer ink companies Kodak and Samsung have announced their involvement in a new partnership to sell printers in Europe.

As part of the agreement, Samsung will sell its own all-in-one inkjet models using Kodak's proprietary ink technology, with Mark Kurz, consumer group vice president at Kodak, noting that the deal is a collaboration between "two great brands".

"Samsung is able to leverage Kodak's leading technology and imaging science to launch its inkjet printer business. And Kodak is able to further grow its business. It's a win-win," Mr Kurz explained.

He added that the announcement illustrates the strength of Kodak's technology in the consumer inkjet market, as well as the advancements it has made to develop a competitive business.

Samsung recently picked up praise for its ML-2955DW printer, with Trusted Reviews commending it for its connectivity and duplex functions.

The site added that the model is a good option for either homes or offices.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Xerox Releases Q1 2012 Report

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:00:51 +0100

Xerox has released its first quarter 2012 earnings, which revealed a revenue increase of one per cent.

In the three month period, the ink giant's total revenue stood at $5.5 billion (£3.6 billion), while a growth in services was driven by a 13 per cent jump in business process outsourcing.

As well as this, installations of Xerox products rose by seven per cent in the first quarter.

Ursula Burns, Xerox chairman and chief executive officer, said: "Our first quarter results reflect the successful execution of our strategy: accelerate services, grow our install base of Xerox color products, and efficiently operate our business to deliver strong earnings."

Ms Burns also highlighted that services now accounts for over half of the company's total revenue.

Earlier this month, Xerox introduced its new ColourQube 8700/8900 Colour Multifunction Printers.

The devices make use of solid ink technology and are capable of producing high-quality prints such as brochures, flyers and presentations.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Kyocera Communications Collects San Diego Recycling Award

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:51:40 +0100

Kyocera Communications has been handed a recycling award from the City of San Diego's Environmental Services Department.

During 2011, the company recycled over 26,730 pounds of paper, plastic and electronic waste, enabling it to substantially lower its carbon footprint, reports Wireless News.

Eric Anderson, senior vice president and general manager of sales and marketing at Kyocera Communications, said: "We continue to find new ways to help our environment every year, such as further improving our recycling of materials and water."

As part of its efforts, the company recycled roughly 2,500 pounds of mixed paper, while beverage cans were also removed on a nightly basis and taken away for re-use.

It comes after the Nassau Guardian reported that Bahamas firm Custom Computers has now shipped 10 palates of used ink toners out of the country as part of its sustainability project.

These products will be recycled in the US by HP.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Lexmark Releases Mixed Results

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:04:44 +0100

Ink company Lexmark International has released a mixed quarterly report, with the printing and ink specialist seeing a year-on-year drop in revenue.

The company earned $992.5 million (£616 million) in sales during the time period, which represents a drop from the $1.03 billion that it generated in the same time frame 12 months ago.

Lexmark chief executive Paul Rooke said: "We were down on revenue from a year ago. Our core growth wasn’t enough to counter the legacy [printer] business, but we do expect growth overall in the second half of the year."

The company also estimates that its revenue will drop year-on-year by between seven and nine per cent in the second quarter.

Despite these latest mixed results, Lexmark performed strongly in the market last year and was acknowledged as a leader in the MPS market by IT market research organisation IDC.

It also picked up an honour in the 2012 Manufacturing Leadership 100 Awards.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP Aims To Stop Counterfeits

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:45:45 +0100

Printer company HP has stated its intent to stop counterfeiters in Kenya, who have been known to infringe copyright and distribute fake ink cartridges.

It made the comment as part of World Intellectual Property Day, which will take place tomorrow (April 26th) and aims to remind companies of the need to increase business cooperation in the country to protect trademarks.

In the past year, HP's interaction with officials in different African countries has led to the disposal of almost 150,000 illegal printing consumable products, such as ink cartridges.

Tina Rose, anti-counterfeit program manager for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Printing and Personal Systems Group, said: "The celebration of World IP Day is about ensuring greater awareness and defense of intellectual property in all its forms."

These comments come after 1,000 fake Lexmark products were discovered in warehouses in Turkey and Italy.

Counterfit versions of items from other companies were also found, and it is believed that the facilities were used as repackaging plants.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Is Taking Care Of Waste

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:57:33 +0100

Ink company HP is working hard to take care of its waste from ink cartridges, it has been claimed.

In an article for The Recycler, environmental writer Leon Kaye visited the company's printer cartridge shredding facility near Nashville, where it has shredded 39,000,000 cartridges since it opened in 2001.

Mr Kaye told the news provider: "The stacks of boxes full of reused printer cartridges do not lie: HP is doing more than only running a token feel-good recycling programme. The global technology giant is making money, too."

He went on to say that more companies should follow HP's example and take care of their waste, rather than shifting the responsibility to somewhere else.

As well as its recycling efforts, HP has been commended for its products, as PC Mag has given its LaserJet Pro 400 Colour Printer M451dw four out of five stars.

It cited the printer's "high quality output across the board" as one of its most appealing features.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson Launches WorkForce Printers

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:10:14 +0100

Epson has launched its new WorkForce printers, which have been engineered to meet the needs of small and medium-sized businesses.

The Epson WorkForce WF-7011 colour A3 single function printer and the WorkForce WF-7511 are the first two models in the series, with the latter being the company's first A3 inkjet all-in-one model.

The devices utilise high-capacity Epson 143 DURABrite Ultra pigment ink and have Ethernet and Wi-Fi functionality built into them.

Samba Moorthy, director of sales and marketing, said: "The Epson WorkForce A3 printers have been designed to provide our business customers a truly exhaustive set of imaging and printing capabilities with low running cost."

Ms Moorthy suggested that there is "virtually nothing" that the models cannot do.

However, Epson will have strong competition in the market, especially since Xerox launched its ColourQube 8700/8900 Colour Multifunction Printers.

The devices make use of solid ink technology to produce high quality prints, while their small size enables them to be easily fitted into offices.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Brother Changes Sales Executives

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:08:56 +0100

Printer ink manufacturer Brother has announced a change to its key personnel in an aim to boost its sales in integral vertical markets.

The printer and ink cartridge specialist has moved UK channel organisation head Andy Forsyth into the position of sales and marketing director, which was recently vacated by Phil Jones, who has now started his new role as deputy managing director and UK country head, reports ChannelWeb.

As well as this, head of business development Dave Peters has now been appointed as head of strategic development and will aim to identify drivers for long-term success and new markets.

In a further move, national sales manager Dylan Haworth will be accountable for all aspects of retail, online and reseller sales.

Elsewhere in the printing market, HP has signed an agreement to launch a new manufacturing facility in Chongqing, China.

The factory will aim to produce 60 million inkjet and laser printers every year once its three building stages are completed.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

HP Could Be Set To Incorporate Autonomy Technology Into Printers

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:32:14 +0100

HP may incorporate Autonomy's augmented-reality technology Aurasuma in its future printers.

The company is also exploring enterprise-targeted printer features that use the systems in order to push draft documents to staff who must evaluate their content before they are committed to paper, reports ZDNet.

Speaking to the news provider, a HP representative said: "HP sees many opportunities for Autonomy technology to be integrated across its product line."

The spokesperson continued by saying that the company has already launched joint products and is planning to introduce more, with the services set to be announced when they have been fully prepared and ready for customer use.

HP is not the only company in the sector that is looking to add innovative features to its products, as McAfee has confirmed that it is planning to include security software in Xerox printers.

The move follows a survey, which found that many employees are unaware of company policy when it comes to keeping technology secure.

Posted by Jonny McMaster.

Google Cloud Print Gets Update

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:58:56 +0100

Google's Cloud Print service has received an update, boosting the offering available to printer ink users.

The application was brought out in 2010 and enables smartphone and tablet users on the Android operating system to send jobs to a printer via the cloud.

In the latest version, support has been added for FedEx offices in the US, along with support for some of Canon's new printers.

Furthermore, if users have installed Chrome for Android Beta on their handheld and sign into their account, then they can select their device as a destination in the Cloud Print list.

The application will then send a PDF to the mobile which can then be opened up in the Chrome browser.

The Print to FedEx Office option will send the file to the company, with the user then being given a retrieval code. This can be entered in a Print & Go machine at a local FedEx Office store with the document being printed on demand.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

HP Plans To Build New Printer Manufacturing Factory

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:57:41 +0100

Ink company HP has signed an agreement to introduce a new manufacturing facility in Chongqing, China.

The factory is set to produce 60 million inkjet and laser printers annually, after its three building stages are completed over two to three years.

It is estimated that, by 2015, the facility will develop 40 million inkjet printers, 20 million laser printers and 150 million ink cartridges.

HP chief executive officer Meg Whitman took part in the signing agreement and the factory will be built by electronics specialist Foxconn, with the overall value of products manufactured in the facility predicted to range from $1.2 billion (£700 million) to $2.5 billion.

HP's products have come in for praise from many consumers an experts, with the company's Officejet Pro 8600 Plus e-All-in-One Printer picking up a four star rating from CNET.

The site's reviewer highlighted the device's ability to print professional-quality photos as one of its benefits.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Printers Set To Be Available In South Africa

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:53:26 +0100

Epson has announced a new partnership which will ensure that its products will be available in South Africa.

The firm has struck a deal with technology retailer Incredible Connection, meaning that ink cartridges and its business and consumer printers will be on sale across the nation from April 26th, reports Gadget.

Kelvin Reynolds, general manager for Epson South Africa, told the news provider: "Epson has recently expanded its range of consumer and business printers, which have seen impressive market share gains throughout Europe. We believe it is time to implement the same strategy locally."

The first products to be released in the market will include its compact colour printers and multifunctional business inkjet printers.

In recent weeks, Epson was also confirmed as the official printer and paper partner for the 2012 Nature's Best Photography Windland Smith Rice International Awards Exhibition.

Prints used in the event have been developed using the company's printers, including the Stylus Pro 9900.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Businesses Want To Use Ink In A More Sustainable Fashion

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:50:30 +0100

Small companies now want to use ink cartridges in greener ways, as more firms look to lower their impact on the environment, a study has suggested.

It was also found that 72 per cent of small businesses are looking to lower their carbon footprint by reducing waste, while 61 per cent are looking to buy energy-efficient products and 60 per cent are opting to buy recycled items, according to the Office Depot Small Business Index.

Ink was particularly put under the spotlight in the study, with 60 per cent of small companies wanting to make their ink and toner cartridges greener.

Yalmaz Saddiqui, chief green advocate at Office Depot, said: "Customers can look at purchasing energy-efficient lights and computers, remanufactured printer cartridges and a wide range of greener supplies that cost less than less-green alternatives."

The research follows the news that more than 600 schools, colleges and universities in America are currently taking part in RecyleMania.

The event will see institutions compete to reduce the quantity of waste they send to landfill.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

HP DeskJet 3050 eAll-in-One Provides Cheap Printing Solution

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:46:42 +0100

Printers are improving in quality every month, however, customers do not have to break the bank to invest in a new device.

The HP DeskJet 3050A e-All-in-One is now available for less than £50 and allows users to print, copy and scan at a high performance level.

Black and white documents can be printed at a respectable 5.5 pages-per-minute (ppm), while colour photos or other sheets can be produced at four ppm with 4,800x1,200 dpi.

The input tray is capable of holding 60 sheets, with the output tray catering for 25 pieces of paper, which will allow users to use their printer ink for producing large documents.

Home offices are catered for by wireless connectivity, which also means that Apple products such as the iPad and iPhone can be used to print off documents via AirPrint.

Furthermore, consumers with an eye on the environment will benefit from the device's ENERGY STAR rating, while it also ships with a one-year warranty.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Dell Announces Free Webinar Series To Advise Firms On Printing

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:56:16 +0100

Dell has announced a new Print Solutions Webinar Series, which aims to help businesses control their printer ink use and manage their printing to make savings.

A number of specialists in the market will help to provide assistance with regard to the expenses of printing and the changes which can be made to lower costs.

Among these is author and consultant James Gaskin, who will offer help on how companies can control the cost of their printer consumables, while advising on the models which provide the best savings.

One of the other specialists who will feature in the series is Aaron Goldberg, president at Content 4IT, who will cover subjects such as how long a printer should last.

Consumer rights organisation Which? also recently offered guidance to printer users, advising that it is beneficial for them to shop around for ink cartridges.

The group stressed that people can pay twice as much as they need to for a cartridge if they do not explore the market.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Drupa 2012 Set To Open Next Month

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:40:32 +0100

The Drupa 2012 exhibition will take place in Germany next month, where a number of printing technologies will be showcased.

Ink users will see the latest innovations unveiled at the show, with Heidelberg set to be the primary exhibitor at the event. Its full portfolio of solutions will be on display, covering around 67,800 sq ft.

Uwe Galm, the technical manager for the Drupa presentation at Heidelberg, said: "Building such complete and integrated print shops would normally take longer than half a year."

The Heidelberg team will consist of nearly 200 service engineers, booth builders, electricians and lighting audio engineers, while roughly 2,000 metric tonnes of material will be brought to the firm's booth.

In recent weeks, HP announced that it is to develop a new range of lightweight paper, entitled HP Paper Thin.

The firm has claimed that the paper will reduce the environmental effects of printing and storage by 22 per cent.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Konica Minolta Boost UK Print Business With New Managing Director

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:27:54 +0100

Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) has appointed a new managing director to help build its reputation as an expert in the printer ink industry.

Neil Dingley will step up to the role, replacing Yuki Kobayashi, who has returned to the firm's headquarters in Japan.

Mr Dingley has previously held roles as operations director and company secretary and worked closely with Mr Kobayashi for the past five years.

"Neil has proven he is capable of leading the UK operation from the front. I have every confidence that he will take the UK business to the next level in its successful journey," said Mr Kobayashi.

"Despite a challenging economic environment, we have seen growth of our business in new markets and are seeing our brand strengthen as a key player in the provision of managed print and document management solutions," added Mr Dingley.

Konica Minolta is an expert in printing business solutions and provides colour, mono, A4 and A3 multifunction devices.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Canon PIXMA MG8250 Inkjet Printer Wins Best Product 2012 Award

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:04:28 +0100

Canon has been praised after six of its devices picked up prizes which were given by the prestigious Technical Image Press Association (TIPA).

The Canon PIXMA MG8250 inkjet printer was among those which were recognised at the TIPA Awards event, honoured with Best Multifunction Photo Printer.

It received praise for its sleek design and enhanced connectivity, which allows users to connect via the new PIXMA Cloud Link and from wireless mobile devices.

It was lauded as a "very desirable tool for every photo enthusiast" and is capable of realising a maximum resolution of 9,600x2,400 dots per inch.

The PIXMA MG8250 also features a six-ink system, which makes it possible to print high quality photos measuring up at 10x15cm in just 20 seconds.

The other products which picked up prizes from the TIPA Awards were the EF8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM with interchangeable lens, the EOS-1D X digital SLR camera, the EOS Mark III digital SLR Camera, Powershot G1 X compact digital camera and EOS C300 digital cinema camera.

The other printing prize given out at the ceremony went to the Epson Stylus Photo 1500W, which was named Best Expert Photo Printer.

Pick A Tablet To Meet Your Printing Needs

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:15:28 +0100

Tablet devices are growing in popularity and will soon overtake sales of personal computers, according to reports.

As users want to replace their main computer, it is important to invest in a device which meets all of the consumer's needs, including printing.

One of the best tablets for printing from is the iPad, which makes use of Apple's AirPrint wireless technology.

This software is supported by most new printers, according to PC Advisor, and negates the need for a USB connection.

Only certain applications can be printed from, including Photos, iWork and Safari.

PC Advisor also noted that Google's Cloud Print service is a useful tool for tablet users, particularly those who are using Android-based systems.

This means that instead of sending data from a tablet to a printer, the information will be wired to Google's server first where it is then sent to the copier.

With the popularity of the cloud growing, wireless printing is becoming more and more popular, particularly among tablet and mobile phones users who need access to hard copies of documents on the run.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Xerox Helps WellPoint Save Money Through Green Office Initiative

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:29:43 +0100

Health benefits company WellPoint has partnered with Xerox in an effort to adopt greener business practices.

The Green Office Initiative has explored how ink is used and how documents are shared and updated across WellPoint's 90 office locations, providing the firm with new ways of acting environmentally efficient.

Andrew J. Lang, senior vice president of WellPoint, said: "WellPoint's Green Office Initiative has four over-arching goals: reduce waste, enhance recycling efforts, minimize creation of greenhouse gases and create an energy-efficient work environment."

Savings of $3 million (£1.8 million) have been gained through the work, with paper expenses dropping $280,000 from last year, while an estimated reduction of print-related energy use of 60 per cent has also been recorded.

HP is another company that has encouraged sustainable printing, as the firm held programmes in Milan, Prague and Marrakech at the end of March to educate companies on the advantages of green technology.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Sinn Fein MLA Racks Up Large Printing Bill

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:19:02 +0100

Sinn Fein MLA Pat Doherty has generated a printing bill of more than £16,000, after using a large number of ink cartridges in recent years.

A total of 185 cartridges were purchased by the West Tyrone member in the time period, as the bill for one year has reached £11,726, with his party conceding that the costs have to be reduced, reports the Belfast Telegraph.

The Irish News has listed the top 20 printer ink users in the country and Sinn Fein members are in nine of the spots.

Overall, Assembly members have spent almost £250,000 on printer toner in less than three years, with Sinn Fein using the most of the equipment.

The importance of exploring the cost of ink before selecting a printer was recently highlighted by PC Advisor, which has advised people to compare cartridge prices and longevity before committing to a model, while factors such as connectivity and paper loading are also important.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

North Wales Project Urges More Efficient Use Of Printers

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:47:03 +0100

A project in North Wales is aiming to encourage town councils to adopt more green measures.

The Strong Roots initiative is working alongside authorities in the region to persuade people to monitor their use of ink cartridges and save energy in other ways, including car sharing, reports DPWWest.

Rhodri Thomas, research development officer for Sustain Wales, which is supporting the scheme, told the news provider: "We want town and community councils to adopt sustainable development and actively support others in the community who are doing things."

Mr Thomas remarked that training has been delivered to 73 councillors from around 50 different councils at 14 training sessions throughout Wales.

A number of ink recycling initiatives have also been organised in the US, including Recyclemania, with more than 600 schools, colleges and universities taking part.

The programme began on March 31st and will last for eight weeks, with schools competing to decrease the amount of waste they send to landfill.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Canon USA Unveils New Large Format Printers

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:34:46 +0100

Canon USA has revealed four new 36-inch imagePROGRAF large format printers.

The iPF765 MFP, and iPF760 MFP devices are Energy Star-certified, featuring a sub ink tank system, which guarantees that printing is not interrupted.

Each of the devices also boasts a horizontal stacking basket for 24 inch x 36 inch plots, guaranteeing that prints will remain flat after they have been completed.

Sam Yoshida, vice-president and general manager of marketing and business at Imaging Solutions Group, Canon USA, said: "The update to the imagePROGRAF printers represents Canon's dedication to companies in the large format printing market."

Mr Yoshida went on to say that, thanks to the new flatbed stacking feature, users' productivity and efficiency has been enhanced.

News of Canon USA's latest models follows HP's announcement that it is to manufacturer a new range of lightweight paper, entitled HP Paper Thin.

The business has claimed that the paper will assist in reducing the environmental impact caused by paper storage by 22 per cent.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Its Best To Shop Around For Ink Cartridges

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:55:30 +0100

It is best for people who are looking for new ink cartridges to shop around, a specialist has urged.

This is especially important for people who purchase ink from the same brand as their printer, as consumer rights organisation Which? has found that people can end up paying up to twice as much for a cartridge, depending on where they buy from.

A representative from the group advised: "Using printer ink from a brand that's different from your printer - non-OEM (original equipment manufacturer) or third party - is an option, as these can sometimes work out cheaper."

The spokesperson also recommended that changing fonts and their size can have an impact on running costs.

In recent weeks, Peterborough Today reported that the benefits of environmentally-friendly ink and toner cartridges have been highlighted by the Speed creative agency.

The group has offered audits to local companies, advising them on how they can decrease their printing bill.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Xerox Launches New ColourQube 8700 And 8900 Printers

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:12:07 +0100

Xerox has launched its new ColourQube 8700 and ColourQube 8900 Colour Multifinction Printers, which utilise solid ink technology.

The Xerox devices can produce high-quality prints including sales brochures, flyers and presentations, while their compact size means that they can be easily fitted into office environments.

Shell Haffner, manager of Desktop Product Marketing at Xerox, said: "Xerox’s ColorQube MFPs provide hassle free, fast, quality colour printing – a simple and affordable approach to getting real work done."

The ink used in the printers can easily create professional and colourful marketing materials and a host of other documents on a range of media, including recycled paper.

The device also features a 7-inch touch screen, making it easy for people to program tasks such as printing, scanning and organising documents.

Cannon has also released a new printer, with the company's Pixma MX892 now available in the market.

It uses cloud technologies to enable a range of different connectivity options, while boasting two paper feeds, each of which offers a capacity of 150 sheets.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Internet Ink Proud To Sponsor Premier League Everton Footballer Tony Hibbert

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:59:54 +0100

Internet-ink are proud to sponsor premier league Everton footballer Tony Hibbert. One of the longest serving players with Everton FC. He remains a loyal Everton servant and marked the 10 year anniversary of his debut in March 2011.

Internet-ink like Tony Hibbert enjoy forging long lasting relationships with customers and provide high quality service, with ink cartridges, toner cartridges and pens.

Internet-ink have sponsored Tony for the remaining of the 2011-2012 premier league campaign and the following 2012-2013.

Ink Firm To Offset Emissions By Planting Trees

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:12:18 +0100

Recycling ink cartridges is well-known for being a positive environmental move and one printer in Springfield, USA, has also taken up the idea of 'greening up' its printing operations.

However, instead of recycling cartridges, Springfield-based firm 3G graphic solutions will plant around 5,000 trees to try and offset the emissions put out by the company.

The company which has around 90 employees and does around $6 million (£3.7 million) in business annually has planted hundreds of trees already with the hope of helping the environment.

Sales rep Tim McGhee told the Springfield News-Sun: "I hate to say it, but printing is one of the biggest offenders to the environment

"My life’s work in sales won’t be remembered. But long after I’m gone, those trees will be standing tall somewhere."

This April, 3G plans to plant 670 assorted types of pine trees bringing the total so far to 3,450 trees.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Workers Looking For Green Initiatives Like Cartridge Recycling

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:08:39 +0100

A survey has revealed that many workers who recycle ink or toner cartridges as part of being green at work would like their company to be more supportive of their efforts.

Commissioned as part of Avery Green Office Week, the survey found that over half of workers in the UK said they would be happier at work if bosses were more supportive of green initiatives.

A total of 41 per cent of office workers admitted to having found themselves in an awkward situation with a boss just for trying to implement green practices in the workplace.

On top of that, 40 per cent revealed that they would go so far as avoiding putting forward greener working initiatives for fear of being accused of 'nagging'.

In what should prove a worry for bosses, 60 per cent of office workers said they are influenced on whether or not to apply for a job on the basis of the company's environmental credentials.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Fake Ink Cartridges Discovered In Turkey And Italy

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:49:39 +0100

A swoop on warehouses in Turkey and Italy have uncovered tens of thousands of fake ink cartridges, including 1,000 fake Lexmark products.

The discovery was announced by Lexmark and as well as products adorned in their branding, there were also thousands more counterfeit printer cartridges masquerading under other printer brand names.

It is believed that the facility was being used as a repackaging plant which saw the building of complete counterfeit ink cartridges with reference to a number of different ink brands.

A spokesperson for the company said: "This raid was the culmination of an extensive investigation of a suspect who had previously been charged with trademark counterfeiting in the Turkish court system.

"Lexmark has recently taken action against manufacturers, distributors and resellers of these cartridges that violate Lexmark intellectual property."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Great Strides Forward In Printing

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:56:03 +0100

Every sector has its breakthrough moments that it can look back on and think how it changed the spectrum of the work involved in that industry.

Over recent months and years, the printing sector has certainly had its fair share of those to the point where technological developments are commonplace within printing.

Some may look on the main printing advancement of recent decades being a gradual shift which has taken printers from the size of a small room into some that aren't much bigger than your hand.

As impressive as these now are, especially when you add in apps and programmes governing connectivity as well as the onset of wireless printing, there are major scientific advancements being made in printing too.

First of all, take the example of the recent 'laser unprinter' which was unveiled at Cambridge University recently. Not only is this a fascinating foray into greener office practices but it could also have a practical use.

Essentially, researchers as the university managed to completely remove some of the toner from a printed piece of paper without damaging or tearing the sheet itself.

According to researchers, this 'unprining' technology could see toner-removing devices making much more of an appearance in offices around the country in the future, as well as homes.

Dr Julian M. Allwood from the university said: "What we need to do now is find someone to build a prototype. Thanks to low-energy laser scanners and laser-jet printers, the feasibility for reusing paper in the office is there."

The implications if this practice was to be put into production could be massive, the team claims and would range much further than savings companies money on paper costs.

They claim that by reducing the use of trees within the paper lifecycle, the process could save as much as an additional 50 to 80 per cent in carbon emissions over recycling.

The researchers posed the question of what would happen if paper was unprinted and reused rather than recycled. The answer they arrived at was by removing toner with a laser four steps could be removed from the paper production cycle.

These being forestry, pulping, paper making and disposal by incineration or landfill.

Dr Allwood added: "Material recovery through reusing eliminates the forestry step from the life cycle of paper and eradicates emissions arising from paper incineration or decomposition in landfill."

A significant move forward and undoubtedly one that will be remembered, as will the breakthrough made recently by researchers at Clemson University.

Their Bio Printer, which is essentially just a standard HP DeskJet 500, has actually managed to print living human cells.

Quite an incredible feat, with researchers managing to empty a normal ink cartridge of its contents before filling it with a mixture of both suspended cells and fluorescent matter.

This mixture is known as bio-ink and is then miraculously printed out onto the awaiting slides.

"We first had the idea for this method when we wanted to be able to visualize changes in the cytoskeleton arrangement due to applied forces on cells," said paper-author Dr Delphine Dean.

Once you add to these two advancements as well as the ever-growing presence of recyclable ink cartridges and the consumerisation of printing, these are a number of huge strides forward for the sector.

This consumerisation and increase of printing over the past few decades could cause some to argue that the sector has a responsibility to be as green and forward-moving as possible.

If the advancements can be built on, who knows what the printing industry could achieve not just for consumers and business, but for the wider world.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Recycling Of Ink Cartridges Continues To Grow

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:51:35 +0100

For a long time, the recycling of products was something done by a few but it seems that is now changing.

As the environment and climate change continue to dominate headlines and stay in people's thoughts, recycling is on the move.

Events are springing up around the world which are all aimed at making recycling not only accessible and easy to do but fun too, whether this is on a large scale or a small-town event.

During last year's ink cartridge recycling project, Homecoming, several Asian nations joined forces to help reuse thousands of ink cartridges but that was industrial, smaller more residential events can make just as much of a difference.

Take a recent event that was held in Texas, to coincide with a big baseball clash, for example.

This will have captured plenty of local interest with residents encouraged to recycle household items such as ink and toner cartridges as well as batteries at the game which saw the Texas Legends face the Iowa Energy at the Dr Pepper Center.

It was the brainchild of Quest Recycling services and it wasn't just recycling that was on the menu, there were plenty of events on the go to keep attendees happy prior to the game.

Zero, the company's robot mascot was present to encourage all the kids present to reduce, reuse and recycle the amount of ink and similar products they use.

On top of this, all the waste and carbon emitted during the game was offset by the planting of trees.

While the tone of the event may have been aimed at being fun and light hearted, the message behind it was a clear one, by encouraging youngsters and parents alike to recycle, the environment can benefit.

It's not just environment either, cutbacks in ink use can also leave family purse strings loosened up too.

The children were certainly the future at another event held in the US, which saw children encouraged to recycle the same sort of products in order to help try and finance an outdoor education trip.

A perfect way to prove how ink cartridge recycling can save money.

This event was held at Lace Elementary School in Illinois and saw pupils recycle the products prior to the school day in order to try and finance the trip, while also being educated in the ways of Mother Earth.

Fifth grade teacher Bob Johnson, told the Darien Patch that annually, the programme collects about 35 to 40 bags of cans, 100 to 120 pounds of batteries, four to five paper boxes of can tabs as well as 75-100 printer cartridges and 100-130 toner cartridges.

He added: "The experience gained by the children is that they know that they can make a difference and, second, that they have a better understanding of how and why we need to recycle."

Parent coordinator Kari Wagner added: “If I can teach kids how important recycling is, that’s what I get out of it.

"That they learn they need to take care of the planet."

It goes to show that not just large-scale industrial projects can make a big difference, small things and event such as these, when done regularly, can help change perceptions too.

They are even more powerful when used to educate younger minds and the next generation of printer and ink users.

If these sorts of events can keep springing up in communities then eventually all ink cartridges could be recycled. This would mean money saved and the environment helped.

Posted by Anya Hawke

Fremont School To Recycle Ink Cartridges

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:49:52 +0100

A school in Fremont, Seattle, is to hold an event this weekend which will see various products recycled and reused as well as raising funds.

The Irvington High School e-waste recycling event will place its focus on the amount of recycling that can be done when it comes to technological apparatus which includes ink cartridges as well as other products.

Other items sought by the school include computer monitors, TVs, laptops, desktops, scanners, keyboards, mice and printers as well as DVD and VCR players, CDs and DVDs, phones, microwaves, refrigerators and toasters.

The only products that won't be accepted are batteries and light bulbs with handler GreenCitizen set to reward the school for every monitor or computer collected as well as a portion of any resale profits.

Those attending, provided that they bring along five or more acceptable electronic devices, will be eligible to win an iPad2 for their troubles.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Ink Firm HP Releases New Lightweight Paper

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:21:51 +0100

Ink giant HP has announced that it is to manufacture a new range of lightweight paper, known as HP Paper Thin.

The company claim that the new range of paper will be enough to reduce the environmental impact caused by printing and paper storage by as much as 22 per cent.

Speaking at a sustainable printing event in Milan this week, Dave Lobato, environmental programme manager for HP's Imaging and Printing Group, told how the range would come to North America in spring and Europe at the end of 2012 or early 2013.

Mr Lobato said: "Some enterprise-class customers bring paper in by the pallet load, but around 45 per cent of that is stored, so this could significantly cut down on storage space."

He also claimed that plenty of enterprise-class firms often don't realise they spend, on average, $10 (£6.3) on paper for every $1 spent on printer-related energy over a three-year period.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Lace Schoolchildren Recycle Toner Cartridges

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:20:09 +0100

A number of schoolchildren in Lace, Illinois, have been recycling ink cartridges to not only help the environment but also to help pay for an outdoor education trip.

Pupils at Lace Elementary School have been busy recycling old batteries, cans, plastic bags and cartridges with one of the school's teachers claiming that every year masses of items are collected and re-used.

Fifth-grade teacher Bob Johnson told the Darien Patch that the schools collect 35 to 40 bags of cans, 100 to 120 pounds of batteries, 75 to 100 ink cartridges as well as 100 to 130 toner cartridges.

Mr Johnson told the newspaper: "The experience gained by the children is that they know that they can make a difference and, second, that they have a better understanding of how and why we need to recycle."

Every year, the program managed to raise around $150 (£94), which is the equivalent of one student's trip to Camp Timber-Lee.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Samsung ML2955DW Praised By Trusted Reviews

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 08:48:24 +0100

Ink giant Samsung has received praise for its ML-2955DW printer, with Trusted Reviews describing it as a "very fine printer".

In total, the printer fell just one star short of the perfect ten, but was praised for its connectivity and duplex functions, among other things, as well as being described as a good option for homes or offices.

The printer also comes with a "well-appointed" control panel which shows buttons for eco-mode and wireless printing setup as well as power and job cancel.

"Compact mono laser printers have a lot of use in small and home offices and Samsung is now a major player in the market," read a section of the report.

"The Samsung ML-2955DW has both cabled and wireless connections and duplex print to lift it above the entry-level."

The review also suggests that the printer has a reasonably low carbon footprint and that it can be acquired for the impressive price of just £121.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Giants Epson Aculaser C1750N Receives Good Review

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:30:11 +0100

In a review by carried out by expertreviews.co.uk, the Epson Aculaser C1750N proved that, as with ink cartridges, simplicity can often be better.

The printer was roundly praised within the article, specifically for how simple it is to operate and run. So impressive was its simplicity that it was even awarded the legendary five star standard.

According to the review, the only slight issues found when it came to the Epson Aculaser printer were that the paper tray was initially a little difficult to position and the dust cover and sheet feed felt slightly fragile.

A segment of the review read: "Considering its fairly quick speeds, low price and surprisingly low running costs, it’s the perfect compact colour laser for the small or home office, and it wins a well-deserved Budget Buy award."

The website worked out that if an owner were to print 67 mono and 33 colour pages a month on the Epson C1750N, the total cost of ownership over three years would come to just £325.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

PC Advisor Urges Ink Cartridges Thought Before Printer Purchases

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 09:14:52 +0100

PC Advisor has suggested that ink cartridge costs need to be considered when homes or offices look into buying a new ink printer.

In a joint video, produced with Kodak, the website suggests that ink cartridges prices and longevity as well as a host of other factors need to be looked at before investing in a new printer.

The video suggests that inkjet printers can be useful for printing a small number of mixed photos while it also recommends looking into issues like connectivity, memory and paper loading.

A segment of a report accompanying the video reads: "Remember, the price you pay to buy a printer will often represent only a small proportion of the total cost of ownership.

"So, be sure to check both the cost and page yield of replacement inks."

The website also recommends using a duplexer for double sided printing, especially in an office environment, as well as a document feeder.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Analysts Question Sense Of HP Merger

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 08:32:31 +0000

Analysts have questioned the decision of ink giant Hewlett Packard (HP) to merge its printer and PC divisions, which the company claims will save money and streamline it.

The company has claimed that the decisions will help to drive profitable growth and encouraged hardware sales for the entire company, although leading industry analysts have questioned whether significant costs can be made.

Despite claims that the merger will allow for further reinvestment, Garner Distinguished Analyst Mark Fabbi says he doesn't quite see where the big difference will be made.

"I don't see anything in today's announcement that will change the fact that HP is less than the sum of their parts," he said.

"Moving the deck chairs around isn't enough."

Instead, Mr Fabbi suggested that HP should be looking to lead discussions on IT as well as thinking about how best to use its software acquisitions from 2011.

According to market intelligence firm IDC, printer ink sales are expected to grow one per cent to two per cent in the next few years.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Green Building To Set The Standard For Environmental Offices

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 08:24:39 +0000

Most organisations looking to become greener in their operations will first look at increasing their use of recyclables like compatible ink cartridges but one group in Seattle looks set to take it quite a few steps further.

The Bullitt Foundation, an environmental non-profit group, is set to move into what is being described as a "living building" which will last for up to 250 years without requiring a water of electricity bill.

This is because the $30 million (£18.9 million) Bullitt Centre is entirely energy-efficient and will produce as much water and electricity as it uses.

The building's co-creator, Denis Hayes, told MSNBC: "Eighty-two percent of Americans, and more than half of humanity, now live in cities - none of which have been designed for sustainability."

The centre will use a third of the energy consumed by a similarly-sized office building and will generate electricity from solar power and water collection.

Mr Hayes added: "We are using the Bullitt Center to explore what is possible on the cutting edge of green."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Peterborough Firms Advised On Ink Savings

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 09:08:49 +0000

A number of companies across the Peterborough area have been showcased the benefits of using environmentally-friendly toner and ink cartridges.

With the help of the Speed creative agency, companies in the city have been offering audits to local companies on how best to reduce their overall printing bill thanks to a number of different techniques.

Speed only print on products from Forest Stewardship Council paper suppliers as well as only using vegetable oil-based inks in the hope of reducing cost and the effect on the environment.

According to Peterborough Today, the average employee in any given workplace uses around 10,000 sheets of paper every year with a large proportion of these pages being unintentional and deemed to be waste.

The newspaper also reported that Speed is currently working with a sizable company in the local area and has reduced their printing by 25 per cent.

The reduction of any costs, including printing costs, will be welcome for businesses still looking to streamline their operations amidst the economic uncertainty.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Tipped To Merge PC And Printing Divisions

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 09:06:19 +0000

Ink giant Hewlett Packard (HP) is to combine its PC and printing divisions, sources close to the company have told Reuters.

The move comes as part of a major internal overhaul with the intention of increasing combined hardware sales to customers.

As part of the move, the current printing division chief Vyomesh Joshi would reportedly step down with current PC division leader Todd Bradley in command of the new unit.

A segment of Reuters' report reads: "Chief executive officer [Meg] Whitman is looking to streamline the organization to make it easier for customers to buy the two products together, and to reinvest any savings into research and development."

This is according to the same source that suggests HP believes it to make more sense to integrate the two divisions and offer combined product deals.

HP is still the market leader in terms of PC sales but the growth of the division has suffered due to the take-up of mobile usage across the globe.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Named Official Partner Of Wildlife Photography Exhibition

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 09:20:33 +0000

Printer and ink cartridge retailer Epson has been named as the official inkjet printer and paper partner for this year's Nature's Best Photography Windland Smith Rice International Awards Exhibition.

Held on the second floor of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington, the event includes work from a host of award-winning photographers from one of the world's top nature photography competitions.

The prints that will be used in the event have been created using Epson's Stylus Pro 9900 alongside the Epson MicroPiezo TFP print head and its UltraChrome HDR ink cartridges.

Steve Freligh, Windland's awards director, said: "With the help of Epson, and the incredible image-makers in the field, we are able to display an extraordinary photographic journey from the wild to the walls of the Smithsonian.

"Using Epson's latest exhibition-quality printing technology, the images of wildlife and habitats are brought to life."

The exhibit will open on March 30th and run through to January 6th, 2013.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HPs Latest Printer Offering Received Well

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 09:11:48 +0000

The latest offering from printer and ink retailer Hewlett Packard (HP), the HP LaserJet Pro 400 Colour Printer M451dw, has been given four stars out of five by PC Mag.

According to the website, the printer has plenty to offer to potential buyers, with the main plus point being the printer's "high quality output across the board".

The review also commended the laser printing for having a paper handling function which is suitable for a small to medium size office as well as including both Ethernet and Wi-Fi.

There were some cons highlighted in the review as well though. These being that the printer seemed relatively slow when compared to the asking price.

It was also noted by the reviewer that the printing of text is not quite on the same quality level of as the printing of graphics and photos.

According to the website, the HP LaserJet printer retails for $549 (£346).

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Government Printing Contract Discussions Underway

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:22:37 +0000

The wheels have been set in motion for a discussion on whether more printing contracts should be awarded to private companies by the government in the US.

A decision is due to be made by October which could see almost double the amount of central state-government printing contracts given to private companies, in a bid to save money.

The outsourcing of contracts would see costs for products such as toner cartridges and paper picked up by the companies rather than the state while it could also keep the private sector flush with work.

Work at the state printer alone accounts for over $8 million in bulk print spending.

Jeffery Beardemphl, president and majority owner of Print NW in Lakewood, told the Bellingham Herald: "That’s a ton of work for people in the private sector.

"There’s just no way that they [the state printer] can do that as efficiently as the private sector. They just don't."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Researchers Manage To Print Cells From Ordinary HP Printer

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 08:58:08 +0000

Researchers from Clemson University in the US have managed to print actual human cells from an ordinary ink cartridge in what has been hailed as a huge scientific achievement.

The process begins with an ordinary off-the-shelf HP DeskJet 500, before researchers then empty a normal ink cartridge of its contents. It is then filled with a mixture of both suspended cells and fluorescent matter.

This solution is known as "bio-ink" and, using an ordinary word processor, the printer then outputs the cells onto slides.

Paper-author Dr Delphine Dean said: "We first had the idea for this method when we wanted to be able to visualize changes in the cytoskeleton arrangement due to applied forces on cells."

The researchers have put together a how-to guide as well as a video for the Journal of Visualized Experiments to further explain the technology.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Toner Cartridge Breakthrough Made By Cambridge University

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:15:50 +0000

Research from Cambridge University has found a new technology which could see toner removed from printed paper.

According to Dr Julian Allwood, leader of the Low Carbon Materials Processing Group at the University, it was shown that it was possible to remove printer toner from paper while also allowing that paper to then be reused.

He added that the technology could be seen across offices in the future with companies being able to save significant money on their paper and toner cartridge costs.

Dr Allwood said: "What we need to do now is find someone to build a prototype. Thanks to low-energy laser scanners and laser-jet printers, the feasibility for reusing paper in the office is there."

According to the study, along with saving forests from being used to produce new paper, the reuse of paper could help save an additional 50 to 80 per cent in carbon emissions over recycling.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Canon CLI-526 and Canon PGI-525 Compatibles Save You Money

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:54:45 +0000

Our latest compatible Canon PGI-525 and Canon CLI-526 series of ink cartridges contain much more high quality ink than original Canon ink cartridges, but at a fraction of the price.

Internet-ink compatible Canon printer ink is guaranteed to work flawlessly with your printers, exactly as if you had used Canon original printer ink. So why not give them a go in your Canon Pixma printer?

For even more of a saving, try our compatible Canon PGI-525 and CLI-526 multipacks!

Our compatible Canon PGI-525 and Canon CLI-526 ink cartridges are fully compatible with the following printers:

Canon Pixma iP4850 Canon Pixma IP4950 Canon Pixma iX6550 Canon Pixma MG4150
Canon Pixma MG5150 Canon Pixma MG5250 Canon Pixma MG5320 Canon Pixma MG5350
Canon Pixma MG6150 Canon Pixma MG6220 Canon Pixma MG6250 Canon Pixma MG8150
Canon Pixma MG8170 Canon Pixma MG8220 Canon Pixma MG8250 Canon Pixma MX715
Canon Pixma MX885 Canon Pixma MX895

Ink Cartridge Saga Drags On For Aengus O Snodaigh

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:20:27 +0000

Sinn Fein TD Aengus Ó Snodaigh has told RTE’s Morning Ireland that he has no plans to repay the €50,000 ink cartridge bill he ran up over the course of just two years.
Mr Ó Snodaigh had been at the centre of the ‘inkgate’ controversy after details were released about his bill, which was five times greater than the bill of any other TD.

According to Mr Ó Snodaigh, while the bill may have been excessive, it wasn’t a financial payment to him and it also wasn’t the case that the Oireachtas had requested the repayment of the bill.

Mr Ó Snodaigh said: “The Oireachtas has not yet sought from anybody who accessed cartridges in 2007 and 2008 any further payment. I’ve said all along that if the Oireachtas sought repayment from TDs who availed of the printer ink cartridges, I would consider that at that stage.

He has however, already repaid a €3,000 bill which arose from exceeding Oireachtas printer cartridge limits, it emerged two weeks ago.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Ink Manufacturer Brother Receives Ethical Award

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:05:14 +0000

Printer and ink producer Brother have been awarded 100% in the Ethical Company Index score, as well as top ratings for their environmental efforts. The Ethical Company Organisation has given Brother the 'Ethical Award' for these achievements.

Brother has been received the Ethical Award six years in row, and is added to their Queen's Award for sustainable business practices.

The Ethical Company Organisation creates the index and aims to provide clear information on companies for ethical shoppers.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Customer Feedback February 2012

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:29:48 +0000

Customer Feedback February 2012

We now have all our reviews at reviewcentre.com however we will publish a selection of our monthly customer feedback on internet-ink as well. Check out what you the customers are saying about the website and products.

What is there to day, easy to find the correct printer make and model, wide selection of cartages from branded to generic and BRILLIANT prices. It's buying ink, it shouldn't be hard and here it isn't! - qwertychris

I have used Internet-ink for several years now and always purchased compatible ink cartridges. I have used Canon, HP and Epson printers and have found the quality of these compatible inks to be superior to any other available and the price is just brilliant. On a recent purchase of my Epson SX235W I was quoted £45 for a full set of Epson cartridges - £6 more than the purchase price of the printer ! Why would you want to look anywhere else when the quality, service and value are all here. I would recommend Internet-ink to everyone (and have) as their best source of compatible cartridges where you can save a great deal of money and retain the quality you expect from your printer. - Radioray

I have tried other suppliers but always return to internet-ink, by far the best for value and service and quality. - Guest

I previously bought a compatable black ink catridge for my Dell P513w printer to see if it would fit and last as long. At first I was unsure as the cost is a third cheaper, and I was close to throwing the printer out as the cost of original DELL ink cartridges are outrageous!

However as I said I have already bought a compatible one for a third of the price with free delivery I have now gone ahead and bought another black & colour to keep as spares when the ones in my printer at the moment run out. Very pleased with compatable product and still going, my child are always using the printer with thier homework etc. All I can say is excellant compatable products and excellant fast free delivery, definately saved this website to my favourites list! - Guest

Having used this site before i am happy to renew my purchase. The ink was acceptable to my old printer and the results were good.The service (important to me) was excellent and the prices were reasonable. I am happy to recommend Internet-ink to all my friends and neighbours. Thank you - Whenrequired

Excellent delivery . easy to find site, other sites have never heard of my printer HP envy, this site had it all there.The ink seems to suit the printer,had no difficulties with the printer not recognising the ink, as yet. - brendabbj

Excellent service with quality compatable inks at a very competative price. What more do you need to feed the printer. I would recomend internet ink to anyone. - Grannyspadge

Excellent service with quality compatable inks at a very competative price. What more do you need to feed the printer. I would recomend internet ink to anyone. - neilane

Works for me: easy to use website, very good pricing for the HP compatible ink we use with returning user discount, prompt and free delivery. That's all I need so I will continue to return. - Guest

Have been using internet-ink for over 4 years now, and in that time only had two faulty cartridges which were promptly replaced with no fuss. The best compatibles I have used in over 10 years, I would recommend this product to any of my friends, especially at the exceptional low cost. - warrpbasec

Bought compatibles a few times from internet-ink and to date they have been flawless which is more than I could say about the competition. Never had a failure and the quality, speed of service and customer care is fantastic. I've tried the rest, these are the best, so don't delay and order today! - justintime2001

Simple ordering, great price and super quick delivery. Already recommending to friends. I'll be back - wilsost

Ordering was easy, plenty of updates on the status and fast delivery. The price is already unbeatable and they go further and offer discounts to returning customers. - chickendippers

Fast and very easy to order from ordered ink on monday night arrived here in N.Ireland on Thursday morning. first class. - Guest

To order from Internet Ink is quick and easy service is fast usually next day all according to when you order. The only thing as with all printer ink is that it can work out dearer than petrol. But buying from Internet Ink it makes a big difference plus you do get a discount. Great. - vicaralan

Excellent service, simple to order and fast delivery. No hesitation in recommending. - teambuckley123

Always delivered quickly and good price. Have purchased many times and will do again. - Josieb

Fantastic Service. Great selection and even better prices. Delivery is quick and most importantly ink quality is spot on. - Guest

The service is fantastic and the number of products available means they will have what you are looking for. We use compatibles and they are such great value for money and means I don't have to panic when the children want to print off their homework or project work or even when they just want to print pictures they have done.

I was so impressed that I told my mum about them and she has been getting her ink from the same company too. The delivery is amazing too and when I order from them online they have always arrived within two days... fingers crossed they still do! Thank you Internet Ink... Long may you continue. - amsogill

Canon Releases A Tonne Of New Inkjet Printers

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:37:08 +0000

Printer ink firm Canon have released a slew of new inkjet printers for both home and business users.

The Canon SELPHY CP810 is a small, stylish and portable compact photo printers, with a tilting LCD and interface anyone can use.

The Canon PIXMA MG4150 is a compact, stylish All-In-One with Auto Duplex Print and Wi-Fi, and has Canon's new easy access FastFront.

The Canon PIXMA MX375 is an All-In-One inkjet printer with fax, a built-in 30-sheet ADF, and full suite of software that's both versatile and affordable.

The Canon PIXMA MX435 is an inkjet All-in-One printer with built-in Wi-Fi and ADF, this stylish All-in-One fits perfectly in the home office with it’s quick print speeds.

The Canon PIXMA MX515 is a All-In-One with multifunctional capabilities can be enjoyed everywhere. Built in Wi-Fi, Ethernet and paper handling of the ADF and duplex printing make it ideal for the home office.

The Canon PIXMA MX715 has Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity making this stylish black All-In-One easy for everyone to share and print, scan, copy and fax from virtually anywhere in the home or office.

The Canon PIXMA MX885 is an Office All-In-One with Ethernet network and Wi-Fi built-in, this device also offers double sided printing, copying, faxing and scanning capabilities.

The Canon PIXMA MX895 inkjet All-in-One printer features network, Wi-Fi and PIXMA Cloud Link, while also offering double sided printing, copy, fax and scan capabilities. For greater economy, the PIXMA MX895 has 5 single PGI-525 and CLI-526 ink cartridges.

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Recycling Ink Cartridges Helps Civic Centre Secure LEED Award

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:02:47 +0000

West Hawai'i Civic Center has been awarded LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) silver status thanks, in part, to its ink cartridge recycling efforts.

The centre managed to achieve the award by passing criteria in six different performance standards. These are being a sustainable site, levels of water efficiency and energy and atmosphere.

Also materials and resources, indoor environmental quality and innovation and design were all tested.

As part of the award, employees at the company are also encouraged to recycle food scraps and green waste alongside technical materials like ink and toner cartridges.

Hawai‘i County Mayor Billy Kenoi said: "We are proud to receive this certification from USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council) as it shows that we are leading by example in our quest to reduce our carbon footprint and create a more environmentally friendly Hawaii Island."

LEED aims to verify environmental performance, occupant health, and financial return of buildings

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Reminder Issued On Toner Cartridge Savings In Schools

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 08:41:37 +0000

Litchfield Public Schools director of business operations Pat Buccitelli has given advice to a Board of Education panel on how schools in the area can reduce their printing costs.

According to the Register Citizen, the total cost of producing copies in schools within the Litchfield region is around $46,400 (£29,439) per year. Nearly $32,000 (£20,302) of that is as part of a four-year rental agreement of 2.9 million copies at one cent a copy.

A number of other printing reminders were set out which could help improve toner cartridge savings.

One of these was advising students to eliminate colour prints and printing one copy before photocopying that, rather than multiple prints.

According to the newspaper, board member John Bongiorno, commented: "Adding tech to this budget may affect a position. It may affect the way things are done, but we need to get off the flat line.

"All we’re trying to do is get caught up to the curve."

Posted by Johnny McMaster

HP Printer Offering Welcomed By CNET

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 09:02:16 +0000

Hewlett Packard's (HP) Officejet Pro 8600 Plus e-All-in-One Printer has received an impressive excellent, four star rating in a review on CNET.

CNET's editor's review suggests that the printer's key assets include the ability to print professional-quality photos and documents quickly with versatile connectivity options.

The reviewer also enjoyed several other strong features including an auto-duplexer, the ability to use cloud printing as well as a legal-size scanning bay.

An excerpt of CNET's review read: "If you can find a desk to accommodate its large size, the HP Officejet Pro 8600 Plus all-in-one printer serves up top-shelf output quality at rapid print speeds.

The review added that it was "suitable for offices, home users, and photo enthusiasts hunting for an upgrade".

The only slight blot on the printer's copybook, was that its touch screen requires "aggressive finger presses" in order to choose functions.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Ink Cartridge Scandal Persists In Australia

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:56:01 +0000

According to The Advertiser, public servants involved in the Australian ink cartridges scandal continued to receive 'kickbacks' for months after the alarm was raised.

Public servants were coerced into using taxpayers' money to buy excessive amounts of overpriced printer cartridges. In return they received electronic goods and shopping vouchers.

Since the investigation was launched, it has been confirmed that at least 41 government agencies spent around AUS$1 million (£672,757) on the ink cartridge products.

Finance minister Michael O'Brien commented: "Agencies were advised to be alert for purchases from particular companies, but the companies frequently changed their business names.

"Shared Services then undertook a company search based on common directors, which provided a thorough overview and led to stricter purchasing controls."

Ireland recently suffered an ink cartridge scandal, which many have dubbed 'inkgate', where some ministers went over their allotted ink cartridge expenses.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Ink Giant Canon Releases New Pixma MX892 Printer

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:24:04 +0000

Users of ink cartridges in home office environments are likely to be among those targeted by Canon cloud-friendly Canon Pixma MX892 printer.

The multifunction printer includes a variety of connectivity options which enables the printing of documents and images via the cloud and several other compatible portable devices.

It also supports automatic duplexing, ideal for business looking to make paper cost savings, while it also includes two paper feeds with a 150 sheet capacity each.

The paper feeds also include the option to load one tray with standard paper and the other with specialty paper so the user won't have to reload when changing between print jobs.

The MX892 will support the Apple AirPrint from the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch which will allow users to wirelessly print photos, email, web pages and documents without extra device drivers.

It will also include the Canon Easy-PhotoPrint (EPP) mobile app. This can be used with compatible Apple and Android smartphones and tablets.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Instaprint Looks To Take On Investment

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 08:51:51 +0000

The company behind Instaprint is looking to secure investment for what many feel is the latest in printer ink and printing advancements.

Breakfast, who own the product, are looking to raise $500,000 (£317,675) to bring what is currently a prototype onto the market fully and explore what potential it has.

Instaprint can be automatically set to print pictures put forward on social media and it simply uses geo-location tagging and hashtags in order to know exactly what to print.

The printer can be controlled online via phone or computer over a Wi-Fi network simply using an Instaprint.me account.

Currently, Breakfast has just $11,000 of the $500,000 required although there are still two months left to run on the product.

The product has already been used at events including store openings, product launches and even The Grammys and Lady Gaga concerts.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printer Ink Cartridge Savings To Be Encouraged By Adobe's LeanPrint

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 12:06:12 +0000

Adobe has announced a series of plug-ins which could help to make ink cartridges go some deal further.

The LeanPrint plug-ins are compatible with a number of major applications including Acrobat, Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. They will also work with browsers that fine-tune print jobs on laser, inkjet and networked printers.

While the details on exactly how the technology will work were a little sketchy, it noted that the basic idea involved squeezing more content on each piece of paper while reducing the toner used on toner heavy prints.

Raman Nagpal, senior director and general manager at Adobe's Print and Scan Business said: "With LeanPrint, we are bringing together our commitment to the environment and a deep understanding of the print industry to further drive down printing costs.

"Adobe is excited to launch LeanPrint with a like-minded company like Toshiba, who will help distribute this technology throughout North America."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ink Cartridges Scandal Begins To Re-emerge

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:14:52 +0000

A staffer to Australian Water Minister Paul Caica is to be investigated in relation to the 'cartridgegate' scandal in the country which gripped the country last year.

The unnamed employee is to be investigated after allegedly spending about $20,000 (£13,420)with a series of linked printer ink cartridges companies all selling overpriced toner cartridges to public servants.

In return these servants are alleged to have been offered personal benefits which included shopping vouchers and electronic goods such as iPods.

According to The Advertiser, the staffer has been recalled to the Environment and Heritage Department in order to avoid any further political embarrassment.

Opposition finance spokesman Rob Lucas told the newspaper: "If Mr Weatherill [current premier of South Australia] again fails to act, he will stand accused of a massive cover-up and of being more concerned about what embarrassing evidence might be revealed about the Cartridgegate scandal."

Investigations have already revealed that the firms involved targeted vulnerable public servants and harassed them with aggressive phone calls demanding sales.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

FujiFilm To Announce New Digital Inkjet Strategy At Ink Event

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:26:41 +0000

FujiFilm is to announce a new digital inkjet strategy at the upcoming drupa 2012 printing fair.

According to the company, it has made significant research and development investments in both inkjet printhead and digital printer ink technologies over recent times which has led to the new agenda.

FujiFilm has focused in on being the global leader in digital inkjet printing technology for the commercial, packaging and wide format market printing segments.

President and chief executive officer at FujiFilm, Shigetaka Komori, said: "FujiFilm is developing ink technologies with performance capabilities specifically tailored to different market applications, and will be using drupa 2012 as the launch platform for a brand new range of high performance inks called VIVIDIA.

"This range of state-of-the-art inks has been developed specifically to complement the company’s growing range of single pass digital inkjet presses."

Drupa 2012 will take place in Dusseldorf from May 3rd until May 6th.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Cartridges Bill Passed In New Jersey

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 08:52:34 +0000

A law has been passed in the state of New Jersey which requires ink cartridges to have an estimated page yield printed on their packaging.

Originally introduced in June 2010, the proposal called for manufacturers to improve their product labelling to help consumers make informed decisions with their money when it comes to printer and printer ink purchases.

Steve Pociask, who was involved with presenting information on the bill, said that manufacturers also need to be more forthcoming when it comes to the lifetime cost of both the printer and all the printing it is capable of doing.

Assemblyman Paul Moriarty pointed out during the bill's debate that there is often a cost comparison of printer ink to Dom Perignon champagne and Parisian perfumes.

While surprising, this is because of the perceived low volume of the ink cartridges.

While a positive development for consumers, The Recycler points out that historically some electronic companies have not looked favourably on similar mandates in the past.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Titan Lexmark Announces Strong 2011 Performance

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 16:47:19 +0000

Ink giant Lexmark has announced a strong performance over the course of 2011, despite the challenging economic environment felt around the world.

According to the company, its solid execution of strategic initiatives throughout 2011, greater productivity for business customers and a much improved managed print services (MPS) business have all contributed.

Lexmark was recently positioned a leader in the MPS market by IT market research and advisory firm IDC.

The company was also named a winner in the 2012 Manufacturing Leadership 100 Awards. This honours the top manufacturing executives and organizations for a number of their finer achievements.

Lexmark was recognized as a leader in the sustainability category of the awards for its Lexmark Cartridge Collection Program. It provides customers with an easy option to return and recycle used ink and toner cartridges.

Earlier this year, the Lexmark OfficeEdge Pro5500 was awarded an impressive 4.5 out of 5 stars by Melissa Riofrio at PC World. It was also placed at number one in the website's Top 10 Inkjet Multifunction Printer Category.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Inkgate Forces Repayment Of Ink Cartridges Expenses

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:27:22 +0000

The Irish 'inkgate' scandal has continued to rumble on with Sinn Fein TD Aengus O Snodaigh forced to repay a €3,000 bill he accumulated on ink cartridges.

Mr O Snodaigh's repaid a bill for €3,286.07 yesterday to the Oireachtas Commission which covers costs dating back two years where he exceeded registered printer ink cartridge limits.

However, he has refused to repay the €50,000 which is the total cost of the print cartridges he claimed in 2007-2008, because according to him the rules were not in force at the time.

In the Dail yesterday, Taoiseach Enda Kenny, attacked Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams, quipping: "I notice the deputy's interest in loans. I would think Deputy O Snodaigh and Deputy Adams might go to the Northern Bank and get a loan for the old toner cartridges."

Despite this, figures for 2011 actually show that the biggest spender on expensive printer cartridges was by Fine Gael.

It spent €41,407, closely followed by Labour (€34,463), Fianna Fail (€32,074), Independents/Socialist Party (€17,080) and finally Sinn Fein (€16,338).

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Cartridge Costs Matter Most In PC Advisor Survey

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:54:59 +0000

A PC advisor survey has shown that almost two thirds of readers consider the cost of replacement ink cartridges as the most pressing factor when it comes to buying a new printer.

When posted with the question: 'When buying a new printer, which factor is your main priority?', 59 per cent went with a response of 'price of replacement ink cartridges'.

The survey, carried out in association with Kodak, also found that 14 per cent cited the price of the printer as the most important aspect.

According to the website, this is generally only a sensible option if you are intending to purchase a printer as a short-term measure because ink cartridges costs can accumulate over time to a hefty amount.

Other factors raised in the survey by readers when choosing a printer are print quality (13 per cent), connectivity features (eight per cent) and ease of setup and use (six per cent).

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

New Toner Cartridge Technology Revealed For HP LaserJet Printers

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:02:53 +0000

A new series of toner cartridges have been unveiled specifically for HP LaserJet printers by International Laser Group (ILG).

Dubbed 'Vibrant Color System' the new products are the result of increased research and development over the last several years with ILG calling it a "[transcendence] to the next generation of colour cartridge".

The new system uses ILG's patented Leak Guard System as well as the Turbo Cleaning Blade in order to ensure the highest quality colour matching alongside a guard against messy leaks.

It also promises to offer a longer life for the transfer belt as well as less toner dusting.

ILG maintains that the technology will help to tackle "inconsistencies that have affected many compatible cartridges".

These include streaking, lines and colour print inconsistencies.

Currently, colour offerings currently account for over 55 per cent of ILG sales with the company stating that they believe this proves the quality and reliability of their technology.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Sinn Fein TD Comes Under Fire For Excessive Toner Cartridge Use

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 14:10:44 +0000

A Sinn Fein Teachtaí Dála (TD) has come under fire for ordering €50,000 worth of printer ink cartridges in just two years through his Dail office.

Aengus O Snodaigh is accused of going through over 400 toner cartridges at the taxpayer's expense over the course of 2007 and 2008.

He claims that the cartridges were used to print leaflets for his constituency.

However, the Dublin South Central TD has protested his innocence, claiming that he would never have run up such an excessive bill if he had known how much it was costing the public purse.

Mr O Snodaigh, described by colleagues as a prolific leafleteer, said: "I'm no freeloader. Part of my job as a public representative is to ensure that the public who elected me are informed about what's going on in the constituency."

There should have been a system in place according to Mr O Snodaigh in order to stop him racking up such a bill.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

What Has Printing Got In Store For 2012

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 13:55:29 +0000

As with all sectors and technologies, there is often a trend to look at what is going to be big in the upcoming year. However, a lot of the time, many of these lists can be a certain amount of guess work.

It can make a little more sense to wait for things to start moving again in the New Year before predicting what will be big over the remainder of the calendar year.

That's certainly the case within the printing world.

Obviously, many within the industry will have known about the huge potential for 3D printing to really take hold during 2012 and that has certainly been the case after it wowed many at a technology convention in the US earlier this year.

However, now that the dust has settled and the New Year celebrations are a firmly distant memory what better time to take a look at what has been announced thus far and what could snowball in 2012.

First of all, there is the exciting news that McAfee plans to integrate a great deal of its security software into Xerox printers.

The plans come amid fears that many employees within companies are not taking the threat of printer security seriously enough. This has led to the two companies teaming up to offer a range of measures.

In a survey released by the two companies, it was revealed that more than half of employees didn't always follow their organization's IT security policies while a further 21 per cent were unaware of what the policies were.

Just 13 per cent of employees said their company requires them to enter a password or pass code to access their printer, clearly a sign of a need for change.

In a further study of European and US enterprises by research firm Quocirca, it was revealed that just 15 per cent of respondents said they were concerned about losing data from printers.

In a similar development, Hewlett Packard (HP) has also announced a new feature that will be built within a certain number of its printer fleet.

That feature being a search function, with software provided by autonomy.

Frank Gillett, analyst at Forrester, told the Financial Times: "It would create an electronic document storage system that could be linked to an online HP service.

"The printer might even be able to say 'hey that looks like an insurance document and the last date of the insurance is coming up, do you want to renew?'"

As well as printers, this software could even be rolled out to mobile phones and remote devices, something which features heavily in the other predicted trend for 2012.

That trend, of course, being the ability to print wirelessly from a phone or connected laptop using 'the cloud'.

It has mainly been used via applications such as Google's Cloud Print and it means that you can easily download something in a document, on the way to work say, and then print it straight away in the office.

Alternatively, companies such as Apple, HP and Lexmark have all released similar apps and services to throw their hat into the remote printing ring.

When it comes to specific printer models, it's becoming clear that 2012 will see a rise in the benefit of cost-efficient printers.

This means that companies will have to focus on the cost of their ink cartridges and the price per page of the printers they put out.

In fact, this has become such a hot topic, that it is even set to be the subject of a discussion in US Assembly Chambers.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

HP 364 Ink Cartridge Discount Offer One Time Only

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:04:37 +0000

HP 364 ink cartridges are available with a massive 20% discount from Internet-ink. The HP 364 ink cartridge packs come in a variety with standard and XL ink cartridges available in black, cyan, magenta, yellow and photo black.

For a limited period there is 20% discount of HP 364 ink cartridge pack with massive savings available. Here at Internet-ink we are always trying to pass savings onto our customers and offer the best service possible. With massive savings accross all ink cartridges, toner cartridges and more Internet-ink has lots to offer.

This is a one time only offer, don't miss out.

John James

What Should You Think About When Buying A Printer

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:18:02 +0000

Over the last few years the printer ink market has flooded with a range of sophisticated machines. As a result the qyality of printers has accelerated – even basic ones nowadays can cater for a host of needs.

Prices have dropped too. It's perfectly possible to pick up a decent multi-function for £50 these days.

Generally speaking, there are two types of printer - laser and inkjet. You'll find that lasers tend to be more expensive, but that's because they're really designed for small firms and regular home users, thus they have better quality output.

When it comes to buying a printer, it's important not just to consider the price of the machine itself. A printer is a one-off purchase, but buying ink cartridges and toner cartridges and paper is something you'll be doing regularly.

You should also think about what you will actually need your printer for. For example: if it's just black-and-white prints, you're probably best off with a standard monochrome machine with a single toner cartridge.

If you're looking for, say, photolab quality prints, you'll need to up your budget a little and consider a more sophisticated investment.

The point is not to invest in a piece of kit that's full of whizzbang add-ons that sound really good – when in practice you won't use any of them.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Acts As Official Printing Company For 83rd Academy Awards

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:31:11 +0000

Ink giant Epson has continued its long association with the Academy Awards by acting as the official printing firm of the 83rd annual ceremony.

This year's awards ceremony took place on Sunday night, with Epson printers being deployed to swiftly print thousands of flawless, borderless and colour credentials for use in the ceremony.

Organisers of the event cited Epson's reliability and efficiency as the main reason behind their appointment with Jennifer Liao, product manager for Consumer Ink Jets at Epson America, Inc, saying that quality output was also key.

Ms Liao said: "Epson WorkForce printers are once again an integral part of the Academy Awards this year, printing the credentials with superior quality and blazing speeds.

"The expansive WorkForce line of printers and all-in-ones are designed to provide fast, reliable, and cost-effective prints with high-quality output."

Epson America Inc bills itself as a leading provider of an extensive range of printers, LCD projectors, scanners and point-of-service printers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

The Register Compiles Best Laser Printers For Under 100 Pound List

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:45:17 +0000

The hardware section of The Register has compiled its own list of mono laser printers which have a price tag of under £100.

It is aimed at consumers looking to lower the price of their printing and toner cartridge costs and among the list are a variety of brands, shapes and sizes all for under that £100 asking price.

An excerpt of the list reads: "Mono laser printers still produce better black text than any inkjet. If you want clean, pin-sharp characters on the page and don’t print colour, buy a laser."
Among the printers included in the list are the Canon i-Sensys LBP6000, the Samsung ML-1670 and the Brother HL-2130 and Brother HL-2250DN.

It is the HL-2130 which reviewers deemed as the best proposition, placing it at number one just in front of its Brother counterpart, the HL-2250DN.

The prices quoted in the review were based on standard SRPs although many will be available at more discounted prices.

PC Advisor Shows How To Print Via The Cloud

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:27:40 +0000

An article in PC Advisor has shed a great deal of light on how consumers can use their ink cartridges remotely with the use of the cloud.

Within the article, it suggests that those wishing to print photographs or document can do so with a cloud printing app, which can be used on laptops and smartphones.

The website also recommends the use of an all-in-one printer, stating that it can be ideally used in conjunction with a cloud app. For instance, when faced with the need to print a web page or email ticket when on the move.

According to PC Advisor: "All of these software apps and associated online services are incredibly simple to set-up, require no day-to-day maintenance once up-and-running and can be called upon in an instant to get your print tasks done in no time."

Applications such as the Kodak Pic Flick App can be used with all manner of smartphones including BlackBerry, iPhone and Android.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Customer Feedback January 2012

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:05:42 +0000

Customer Feedback January 2012

We now have all our reviews at reviewcentre.com however we will publish monthly customer feedback on internet-ink as well. Check out what you the customers are saying about the website and products.

Ticks all the boxes for me Cheaper than our local refiller (how does that work?) and arrives very, very quickly. Not had a dud one yet so no complaints at all. Feel quite comfortable recommending to others.

good value for money bought in the past, delivered on time, good quality printing from compatible cartridges. Have told four friends of cheapness and quality service from this site will tell more . will order again from same site many thanks and well done for a very good service internet-ink.co.uk

We were happy with the speed of selection at the website and the speed of correct delivery on time.The discount offered seems fair.

Great discounted price, easy straightforward ordering, delivered next day, perfect product. After recent retail nightmares such A DELIGHT thank you.

No problems, getting low on cartridges so place an order. Next day or day after what has been ordered is delivered. Best of all it is cheaper than what I would pay going to town, excluding the fuel and car parking fees.

being a printing of pictures person, this company is value for money, and very easy to use and buy, and i will refer this company to my friends and family. great i could not be happier.

Good value and speedy despatch and freepost recycle envelopes. Excellent service.

Also quality, always available and always on time. What more could you ask for. Thank you

I ordered 6 HP-equivalent cartridges one evening, got an email next afternoon saying items were picked and packed and mailed and received the order next morning in Aberdeen, Scotland. Cartridges came in individually sealed, vacuum packed plastic bags. And the icing on the cake .... order from Internet Ink again and use the voucher code to get 10% off!!

I have tried them all and find Internet-ink by far the best for value and speed, they are just un-matchable. The quality of the product is second to none.

Delivery has always been particularly swift, a bonus considering it is a free service. All orders have been fulfilled correctly, and the website is easy to use and functions well. I usually buy compatibles and find them of good quality - many of my prints are high resolution A4 colour images so quality is important. Although originals have slightly better quality, the price of the compatibles gives them the edge especially when using a lot of ink on a monthly basis. So overall, five stars all round and way ahead of the odd competitor I have previously used.

I have tried them all and find Internet-ink by far the best for value and speed, they are just un-matchable. The quality of the product is second to none.

A really simple, straight-forward and easy-to-use web site makes ordering a dream and this is followed by an immediate dispatch meaning you get your product in no time. However, what puts this company far ahead of the rest of the field is the first-rate quality of its compatible cartridges. They really are, in my opinion, as good as or better than HP's own, which cost twice as much.

Good website, easy to follow, very pleased with previous visit good experience, delivery very good and above all the ink is very good quality.

I always buy my ink from Internet-Ink, prices are always great, delivery always quick, and i've never had a problem with the compatible cartridges i get. The web site is easy to navigate, and the checkout is straight forward, giving various options on how to pay, including Paypal.

I've used Internet-ink for several years now and they have never let me down. In the past I've used their compatible inks which have been of excellent quality and value for money.

A good value and efficient service. Ink cartidges for this printer have always been compatible with a good supply of ink. I would always recommend epson inks from you.I don't know about other printer inks.

Great service as usual. I have given up running around different shops looking for replacement ink cartridges as it is so easy and reliable to buy from Internet Ink and have them delivered so quickly. Good selection and quality of products as well as secure ordering make it easy to shop online and the frequent discount offered is an added bonus.

After buying from Internet-ink.co.uk once and being totaly satisfied with the order process, cost and quality. Why should I go eneywhere else? Stick with what you know is good.

Saved me time,considered getting rid of my Epson Picture Mate because I could not get the Photo Cartridge T5846.Would have liked a cheaper compatible one. Pleased I got what I was looking for. Compatible Brother Cartridge amazing price,wait to see the quality.

First time have ordered from Internet-Ink. Will certainly return. Although ordered over the New Year holiday delivery was on time. Ordered Ink Cartridges the cost was less than half the price of that in retail stores. Dave.

Printers To Come With Security Software According To McAfee

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:36:05 +0000

In what is being billed as the latest and greatest ink development, McAfee is planning to include some its security software in Xerox printers.

The move comes from the two companies following a survey which revealed that many employees were unaware as to what company policy was with regard to technology security.

Released last week jointly by Xerox and McAfee, the survey found that more than half of employees didn't always adhere to their organisation's IT security policies with 21 per cent claiming to be unaware of what those policies were.

Although most modern printers and copiers now hold images of documents in their embedded hard drives, just six per cent of respondents considered these devices to pose a serious threat to their company's network infrastructure.

This development follows hot on the heels of another made by Hewlett Packard which recently announced it is to include Autonomy search software in many of its printers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Ink Cartridge Bill Poised To Be Debated In US

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:29:21 +0000

A new bill could be on the verge of sealing approval in the US relating just how transparent ink cartridge manufacturers are when it comes to their products and printing ink capabilities.

According to Paul Mulshine, in a blog for the Star Ledger, a bill is planned to go up for discussion in Assembly Chambers which would require sellers ink cartridges to state how many pages the ink cartridge in question can print openly.

Assemblyman Gary Chiusano is sponsoring the bill and he commented to Mulshine: "Some of these ink cartridges only print 200 pages."

It is these sorts of figures which have caused the bill to be made more prominent with Mr Chiusano adding that "there's so little ink in some of the damn things that the cost exceeds the ink's weight in gold."

According to Mulshine's report, the bill would make it illegal to sell a printer without information indicating the average cost per 1,000 printed pages for black text and also, if applicable, colour printing.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Ink Giant HP To Include Search Functions In Printers

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:22:19 +0000

Ink giant Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced plans to take printer technology to the next level by incorporating search technology into a series of printers and computers.

According to the Financial Times, the models will be embedded with software from Autonomy, which will bring the group into much more direct competition with companies such as Microsoft and Google.

The technology could become available to consumers later on this year with HP's Mike Lynch, saying how much freedom the company now has to experiment.

Mr Lynch, who sold Autonomy to HP and now runs its information management business, is quoted as saying: "What we have done with people from HP is give them assets and technology to do things with.

"We have the luxury of very high margins that allow them to be experimental. I think they are enjoying that."

In the future, Autonomy could offer HP additional tools in the field of mobile phone software and services.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Kodak Printer Given The Thumbs Up Despite Ink Cartridges Issues

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:39:38 +0000

The Kodak Hero 9.1 All-in-One has been given a good 'going over;' by Cnet, receiving an impressive three-and-a-half stars from the reviewer.

When it comes to positives, the review described the printer as being "a strong printer for home users" thanks to its low cost per printed page, its dual paper feed trays, functional touch screen and also very capable print speeds.

The only downsides that Cnet managed to discover was that the tricolour ink tank will cost a great deal more in refills over time than single colour ink cartridges.

Similarly, the 50-sheet paper output tray could prove a touch too small for home offices who may have high-volume print needs.

An excerpt from the review reads: "The Hero 9.1 is a suitable choice for shoppers who need a capable multifunction imaging device with acceptable performance, apps that bring workflow into the cloud, and dual paper feed trays."

The printer currently retails for around £157 ($250).

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Kodak Receives Court Approval to File For Bankruptcy

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:03:53 +0000

Ink brand Kodak said yesterday that it has received approval to continue its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.

The filing will grant Kodak $950 million in financing from Citigroup that will allow the company to continue operations as it restructures.

Kodak has been on hard times since digital photography and printing became more popular. Kodak, which has been around for more than 130 years, hasn't had a profitable year since 2007.

If the bankruptcy filing is completed, Kodak will be able to regroup and emerge within the next few years.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Xerox Reveals New Phaser 7800 Laser Printer

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:34:53 +0000

Ink titan Fuji Xerox has unleashed a brand new printer which, the company claim, will be able to revolutionise the way in which creative professionals create advertisements and marketing pieces.

The Fuji Xerox Phaser 7800 A3 colour laser printer now contains a number of improved quality tools as well as extensive media handling capabilities and a plethora of professional finishing options.

It is claimed that this can give superior results while also being easy to operate, and offering the ability to focus increased amounts of time on the creative process and less on technical accuracy.

David Borg, general manager at Fuji Xerox Printers Australia and New Zealand, said: "The colour range and accuracy, media handling capabilities and finishing options offered by the Phaser 7800 are simply without peer.

"The results this device can produce could traditionally only be achieved by outsourcing jobs to a print house."

The Xerox Phaser 7800 is available from March through authorised partners, starting at Starting at AU$6999 (£4,761).

Ink Users Set To Be On GreenCloud Nine

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:38:07 +0000

According to CBS Money Watch, the use of GreenCloud, a printer driver, could be the key for both homes and businesses to make substantial savings on printing and costs of ink cartridges.

GreenCloud is a device for Windows which can make it easier to dramatically reduce the amount you print, leading to ink cartridge, paper and energy savings.

According to the site, GreenCloud can display a new print preview window each time you print so that you can simply click on the pages you want to cut from the job rather than printing over the odds.

A section of CBS' article reads: "GreenCloud doesn't really deliver anything you couldn't do, with effort, already.

"But the program brings together so many options in a convenient form that you'd have to truly hate money and loathe trees not to see immediate benefits with GreenCloud."

It also enables users to enjoy an 'n-up' control which allows the printing of two or four pages on a single sheet in a much simpler fashion than normal.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson Releases New Printers For SMEs

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:48:50 +0000

A new range of printers designed by Epson have been released in order to help small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Middle East save even more on their printing and ink cartridges costs.

Three brand new all-in-one printers have been specifically designed and released by Epson in order to help smaller companies save both time and money while also being able to enjoy outstanding print quality.

The Epson Stylus Office BX305FW Plus, BX630FW and BX935FWD are all being billed as having efficient printing, scanning, copying and fax capabilities as well as including a greater range of connectivity choices.

Khalil El-Dalu, general manager at Epson Middle East, said: "The new all-in-one printers provide a level of flexibility and freedom that matches their time and money-saving capabilities, which are factors that will greatly appeal to the Middle East's small businesses."

Individual Epson DURABrite ink cartridges have also been suggested to save businesses money.

Federal Budget To Be Available In Ink And Online

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:31:04 +0000

For the first time ever, the Federal Budget in the US is due to appear in an online app while also being printed out for president Obama to deliver to the nation.

According to the Washington Post, from Monday morning when the president will release his administration's proposed spending plan, millions of smartphone users will be able to download it straight to their finger tips.

Users will be able to access both text and images in one of the budget's four volumes, as well as a 216-page book with the president’s budget message, his priorities and outlines of the spending plans for each federal agency.

Davita Vance-Cooks, the acting public printer, told the newspaper: "You’d be surprised how much public interest there is in the budget.

"It's not just Washington that’s interested. With all of the economic issues confronting us, the public cares a lot about this." President Obama is set to reveal his budget at 11.15 am next Monday.

Canon Pixma MG3120 Wireless Inkjet Photo All-In-One Reviewed

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:58:49 +0000

Ink cartridge pricing was found to be the main downfall for the Canon Pixma MG3120 Wireless Inkjet Photo All-In-One despite other parts of the printer's repertoire performing well in a review by PC World.

According to the site, the printer retails at a very reasonable $80 (£50) while it also offers paper-saving automatic duplex printing so it can produce a good printing quality, in a fast manner.

However, the website found that a four-color page (printed using an XL color ink cartridge and the XXL black cartridge) would cost a fairly pricey 13.8 cents.

What's more, the printer comes with a 180-page starter cartridge which didn't even make it through the testing review.

A section of PC World's review reads as follows "We've seen multitudes of inkjet printers, including Canon, left on the sidewalk because of their ridiculous ink prices.

"Despite the Canon Pixma MG3120's competence in multiple areas, its high ink cartridges prices make it difficult to recommend."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Toner Cartridges Are Samsung ML 2955DW Printer Downfall

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:49:56 +0000

A review of the Samsung ML-2955DW by PC World has returned a mixed review on the printer, claiming that it has a very low purchase price but that it needs "extremely expensive" toner cartridges.

The review accepts that the Samsung laser printer comes with a very agreeable purchase price of just $150 (£95) which will certainly appeal to a wide number of consumers although the cost of toner could prove difficult to stomach.

According to PC World, the printer comes with a standard starter-size toner cartridge with a 1000-page yield. After this, replacements include a MLT-D103 1500-page cartridge for $63 (£39), which the review claims is steep compared with other monochrome lasers.

The finale of the review reads: "The toner costs over time will be dear. If you plan to print more than a few dozen pages per week, move up a hundred dollars or so in purchase price to buy a machine with cheaper consumables."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ink Advancements Are No Gamble For Casino

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:42:52 +0000

A more novel use of ink cartridges has been seen in Nisqually Red Wind Casino in Washington state with thanks to the launch of the new EpiCentral print system.

The system offers casinos the ability to dish out instant promotions and rewards to customers playing the slots based on play and history patterns while they have been at the casino.

It is intended to act as a replacement for the old method of sending loyal players promotions and rewards in the mail once they have already left the casino.

Bart Shuldman, chairman and chief executive officer of printer manufacturer Transact, told Hartford Business: "Our machine is turning the slot machine into an attended transaction when right now it is a non-attended transaction.

"One extra minute of play is like a million dollars to the casino."

While the custom ink printer is geared toward the casino market, TransAct is said to be considering offering the technology to other customers such as retailers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Olympics Ink Deal Causes Anger In The UK

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:37:08 +0000

A printer ink deal signed ahead of the London 2012 Olympic Games has been met with uproar after it the contract was given to American firm Weldon, Williams & Lick.

The contract will see the company print the bulk of the tickets that will be used for the Games and is said to be the UK's biggest single ticket requirement for a sporting event.

However, the move has drawn criticism from certain quarters in the UK, not just because of the perceived shun towards British industry but also because the tickets will need to be freighted 4,500 miles to reach Britain.

Lawrence Webb, Ukip's candidate for London mayor, said: "This is a kick in the guts to British firms who would have been desperate to secure such a lucrative contract but it looks like they did not even get the opportunity to bid.

"There seems to be a track record in this country of not putting British businesses first."

Around 8.8 million tickets for the Olympics as well as two million for the Paralympics have gone on sale to the public in Britain in the past year.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Expert Pens Insights On Recycled Ink Cartridges Benefits

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:32:30 +0000

Ink expert and writer Joel Arnold has penned a number of insights as to the benefits available for companies who use recycled ink cartridges as part of their business operations.

Writing in the Ecopreneurist, Mr Arnold suggested that there are a number of benefits for companies who use recycled ink materials, not just for the company itself but for the environment also.

Among the benefits listed by Mr Arnold for buying recycled cartridges are a decrease in expense when compared to buying new cartridges each time.

According to Mr Arnold: "Recycled ink cartridges generally cost up to 70 percent less than name-brand new ink cartridges."

As well as cheaper prices, recycled ink cartridges are also much better for the environment while they also have a longer life span than those if a brand new variety.

In addition Mr Arnold suggests that many companies who sell recycled ink now offer guarantees on their products while also ensuring that a wide variety of products are available.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ink Cartridge Recycling Scheme Helps Secure Samsung Contract

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:33:06 +0000

Samsung has been awarded a contract with the State of California which will see it provide new printing services as well as a recycling system which can be used for ink and toner cartridges.

State agencies in the region will be using the printers and related services for the next three to five years after the company developed a programme which focused on cost-savings and energy-efficient features.

Samsung beat off stiff competition, winning against 14 competing bids, to secure the contract which is mandatory for State Agencies and will provide a real boost to the printer giant.

Tim Baxter, president of Samsung Electronics America, said: "At Samsung, we pride ourselves on developing products and solutions that enhance their usability and performance.

"We feel very fortunate to be able to work with NWN to help deliver on our mutual promise of environmental and fiscal responsibility to the State of California."

The contract is available to all local governments, public educational institutions and special districts throughout California.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP Ink Dispute To Go To Court In India

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:20:11 +0000

Raipur-based sub-distributor, Priyanka Computer Services, is set to take on ink giant Hewlett-Packard (HP) over a set of expired inkjet cartridges worth Rs 8 lakh (£10,291).

According to Computer Reseller News, several emails were exchanged between Priyanka and HP listing the details of the cartridges including expiry dates as well as the names of distributors they were sourced from.

While HP claim to be open and transparent when it comes to ink cartridges and state it always includes an expiry date, Priyanka claim this wasn't made clear in invoices, leaving them in trouble.

Kishore Makhija, chief executive officer at Priyanka, told the website: "We have tried our best to redress the matter with HP. However, despite several interactions with them in-person and over email, they have failed to provide a solution."

Mr Makhija also accused the local area sales manager at HP for wrongfully transferring rate-contracts.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Guardian Announces Printer Competition

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:43:44 +0000

The Guardian, has announced a competition which allows readers to win a printer worth £200 made by Kodak.

As well as the printer, known as the Hero 9.1, the winner of the competition will also be rewarded with an introductory paper and ink set. According to the newspaper, the printer is one of the most intelligent printers on the market.

The Guardian also states that the printer is one of the most cost-effective to run while claiming that the smart machine will make a big change to the way printing is approached in the home.

Open to UK residents only, the competition offers readers the chance to win, provided they can fill in the missing gap in the following sentence.

"Kodak printers have the lowest ___ replacement costs of any printer on the market". The answer, of course, will be chosen by Kodak.

Posted by Anya Hawke.

PC World Offers Advice On Printer Ink Issues

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:33:27 +0000

An article written by printer ink and printer experts PC World has shed light on what exactly consumers should be ensuring when it comes to picking their next workgroup printer if they wish to pick out a strong product.

The volume and variety involved with the latest generation of printers is something that can cause confusion among many consumers and businesses, but provided the following issues are considered, many issues can be avoided.

First off all, the website advises that consumers match the printer with the appropriate task and volume required while also ensuring that compatibility is checked in terms of Mac, Windows and Linux.

Also, questioning whether colour printing is absolutely essential is another good idea as well as deciding on exactly what type of ink is necessary. For example Laser Toner, LED, InkJet or Solid Ink.

Finally, ensuring a strong balance between volume and versatility is recommended as is researching the balance between cost and reliability.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP 507A CE400A Toner Cartridges Now Available

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:13:47 +0000

Newly available and added to the ever growing HP toner cartridges are the HP 507A toner cartridge series. Also know as the CE400A, CE401A, CE402A and CE403A.

These high quality toners developed using HP technology allow printing at the highest level and quality. Part of the HP enterprise range of printers featuring the HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 M551dn HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 M551n and the HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 M551xh printers.

These HP 507A toners come at an affordable price as well and with saver bundle packs to save even more money you can find these 507A toners at internet-ink.co.uk with may more high quality HP products.

Doug Livermore

University Aims To Cut Down On Ink Cartridges Costs

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:12:58 +0000

Students at Tennessee University in the US are to be the subject of a new scheme which aims to cut down on the amount of toner and ink cartridges that are used.

A new printing system has been introduced which will put an end to free printing on campus, with students now needing to swipe student cards to release jobs as well as to pay for the job.

A Pharos Uniprint system has now been installed with students, faculty and staff all being given a 250-300 printer ink page quota every semester. Charges will be accumulated once that quota is exceeded with students printing over the allowed quota being charged via their Eagle card.

Student Sarah Williams told The Oracle: "I've started bringing my iPad to class to download PowerPoints and take notes from that, but there are professors who don't allow iPads or laptops.

"I understand Tech wanting to go green, but not at the cost of making the lives of broke college kids more difficult."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Lexmark Announces Poor 2011 Results

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:08:34 +0000

Ink giant Lexmark has announced disappointing results both in terms of the final quarter of 2011 and the whole year's performance.

Many have claimed that the company is still coming to terms with the pains of switching its inkjet business in order to focus on businesses rather than consumers.

This is reiterated in Lexmark's future plans which involved looking to better align both its sales and marketing resources in an attempt to focus on business customers.

Lexmark chief executive officer Paul Rooke said: "As we have exited consumer inkjet, we are moving this technology upstream, and as we do that, we're shedding some of the less-performing areas of the business."

The company did manage to see positives in its managed print services offering in which it deals with a variety of printing services for its companies.

Mr Rooke revealed that the company had a 100 per cent contract renewal rate among its global Fortune 500 clients across the year, while also winning 23 new contracts from Fortune 500 clients over the past two years.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

BBC To Host Lively Ink Cartridges Debate

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:55:42 +0000

The BBC is on the lookout for people who would be willing to take part in a televised discussion on ink cartridges.

Computeractive has been asked to put feelers out for the BBC in the hope that consumers will be willing to step up to the plate and discuss the hot topic of printer ink cartridge prices.

A full schedule of topics has not been unveiled as yet although the corporation has stated that a number of angles will be explored. This could mean lively discussions aplenty on durability, cost per page and reliability of various ink cartridges.

Those interested in airing their views on the subject will need to be available for filming at the BBC's studios in Stratford, London, on February 7th. Anyone interested in being involved in the project have been asked to get in touch with Lyndsay Rowan at the BBC.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Firm Canon Announces New Philippines Base

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:53:34 +0000

Heavyweight ink firm Canon has announced that it is to begin manufacturing printers out of a new Philippines base, located in the province of Batangas.

Canon, which also manufacturer ink cartridges, will use the new base for the production of laser printers as well as accessories that will make for the creation of a globally optimized production system.

According to the company, the printer market has performed well, with competitively priced models playing a central role. This increased demand has created a pressing need for Canon to secure necessary production capacity.

It is anticipated that the new plant will have access to a steady supply of human resources, including many which are capable of communicating in English as well as making the location well suited for manufacturing.

The plant is expected to undergo construction in April 2012 with operations getting underway in April the following year. It is estimated that the plant will create around 5,000 new jobs by 2014.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Ink Firm HP Helps Storybook Efficiency

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:08:32 +0000

Ink giant Hewlett-Packard (HP) has seen its products used by a New York-based online photo products boutique in order to create a new storybook product.

According to HP, Pinhole Press has used its HP Indigo in order to help meet demand for personalised keepsakes and has done ever since November.

The Storybook is the company's first photobook which allows customers to personalise each page with text and also choose their own layouts in order to make it fully personal to them.

Alon Bar-Shany, vice president and general manager, Indigo division, HP, said: "Pinhole Press has successfully combined innovative web-to-print layouts, binding expertise, high-quality HP Indigo printer ink digital printing, and premium Mohawk papers to create a new product that makes an emotional connection with consumers."

A notable Storybook customer was Martha Stewart, who created a series of Storybooks featuring pictures of her new granddaughter.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ink Cartridge Savings Encouraged In Blog

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:24 +0000

A blog written for Consumer Search's website has shed light on what printer ink consumers need to look out for if they are to avoid paying over the odds for ink cartridges.

The blog suggests that it is not simply a question of dividing the cost of the cartridge by the number of pages that it can print. In fact, what consumers should be doing is thinking more about what they print.

The blog also suggests that it is worth keeping in mind that the ink cartridges which printers come with are not always filled to the brim and are not as good value as the standard brand new cartridges that you would buy normally.

The blog reads: "Regardless of the claims of number of pages per toner cartridge, by reducing the resolution of the printing and saving high resolution for publishing your final draft, you can increase the number of pages that the ink will yield."

According to the blog, the most reliable information about page-per-toner-cartridge is provided with those from Hewlett-Packard and Samsung.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Pen Clearance Sale Now On! Limited Stock!

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:30:16 +0000

This February Internet-ink is hosting a massive stock clearance sale with reductions on some of our pens. This is a limited offer and these pens have to go!

Our pen clearance page is separated into pen types, so you can view our sale items by Fountain Pens, Ballpoint Pens, Rollerball Pens, Pencils, and Accessories. With a massive range of clearance products such as Parker, Waterman, Porsche, Faber Castell, Sheaffer and many more, we are sure you're going to find a pen in our massive one off clearance event, NOW ON!

It's first come first served, so click here to visit our Pen Clearance page now!

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Convenient And Quick Printing A Top Tech Trend For 2012

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:21:38 +0000

Convenient and quick ink printing will be a top tech trend in 2012, according to PC Advisor which said that the latest printer models hitting shelves this year will all suit people's fast-paced lifestyles today.

It highlighted options from HP, Epson and Canon which come with 'touch and go' printing capacity and enable people to simply set a job up and then go about their other business while the printer completes the task.

As smartphones and tablets become ever more popular both among personal and business users, a lot of the technology emerging in the coming months is geared at making it easier to print from such gadgets.

"One of the most exciting innovations is the capacity for printing on the go from a smartphone, laptop or tablet device using Google Cloud Print-enabled apps that include popular online tools including Gmail and Google Docs," the tech news provider stated.

Earlier this week, it was reported that HP has announced a new range of printers with a Wireless Direct feature which makes it easier to print from a wireless device.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Green Printing Can Lead To Substantial Cost Savings

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:18:57 +0000

Green printing can lead to substantial cost savings if implemented properly, it has been claimed. According to Ramnath Iyer, chief technology officer at CRISIL, such initiatives are a vital part of any green IT strategy.

"Green printing can bring value directly to the organisation and its adoption will only increase in coming years as it would be among the most talked about initiatives within green IT," he told Express Computer Online.

The key to implementing a good green printing strategy is to start simple, such as by introducing a network printer rather than having one for every team within an office.

That way it is easier to keep track of what is being printed. Ink cartridges recycling programmes are another great way to make printing a bit more environmentally friendly.

Putting up signs discouraging waste printing is another effective method which can result in workplaces saving paper and printer ink.

A study by Xerox recently highlighted that the average office worker prints 10,000 pages per year and wastes 1,410 pages.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Makes iPad Printing Easier

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:46:41 +0000

Ink company HP has announced a new range of printers which aim to make printing from an iPad simpler.

The Wireless Direct feature on the printers means that users can make the process of printing from a wireless device even easier as people don't even need to know the name of the local wireless network, reports Ars Technica.

Instead, Wireless Direct-enabled inkjet printers broadcast their own SSID allowing any iOS devices or Wi-Fi enabled computers to connect directly.

"Users can choose "HP-Print-4f-LaserJet" as their network, for instance, and as far as your iPhone is concerned, it is connected to a Wi-Fi network with an AirPrint-compatible printer," the news provider stated.

The development could prove to be a very shrewd move from HP with an increasing number of people owning smartphones and tablet devices rather than traditional laptops and PCs.

With a number of new devices including the Kindle Fire set to hit shelves this year, this trend is only likely to increase.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Unveils New LaserJet Pro Colour Laser Printers

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:36:25 +0000

HP have recently unveils two new laser printers for their HP LaserJet Pro Colour range: The HP LaserJet Pro 300 and HP LaserJet Pro 400. Both laser printers take the HP 305a and HP 305x toner cartridges.

The HP LaserJet Pro 300 Colour M375 can increase productivity with print, scan, copy and fax functionality, and allows businesses to produce high-quality colour prints with the easy-to-use 3.5-inch colour touchscreen.

The HP LaserJet Pro 400 Color M451 multifunction printer provides small and medium businesses, and home offices with vibrant colour prints and fast print speeds, with duplexing and HP Web Jetadmin technologies.

The new HP LaserJet Pro Colour printers are idea for small businesses to increase their productivity with one multi-function device.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

New Sherpa Pen Shell Range

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:40:01 +0000

Tired of holding your Sharpie, Pilot pen, uni-ball pen or Accent highlighter. Why not add a touch of spice to your highlighter. The Sherpa is unique in its shape and design and holds a variety of disposable pens and marker. Sherpa offer many different styles for you to enjoy including honeycomb, checkers, black, candy and many more.

Each Sherpa comes with a Sharpie marker and is designed with an innovative cap to keep the colour of your marker or pen bold and fresh every time. Sherpa is constructed from tough but lightweight aluminium that is 134mm long and approx 15mm in diameter.

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John James

Australian Ink Firm Achieves Green Accreditation

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:25:51 +0000

A Darwin-based printer company has shown that it's not just recyclable ink cartridges which can help aid ink's impact on the environment after winning an award for its green credentials.

Coleman's Printing has become the most environmentally friendly printer in the Northern Territory, thanks to four years of tracking its environmental practices and, as such, has achieved a level two certification from Sustainable Green Print.

The company has, so far, recycled enough paper to save more than 4,000 trees in the past 18 months while it has also reduced the amount of landfill waste it creates by a massive 50 per cent.

Coleman's printing manager Tony Coleman, told NT News: "By recycling paper, we are also reducing the amount of oil used in the paper manufacturing process, and as a result of our initiatives we have saved enough fuel to travel around the world 14 times."

Coleman's is one of just 30 printers in Australia to receive the accreditation.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

File Sharing Site Gets Onboard With 3D Printing

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:14:38 +0000

Peer to peer sharing site The Pirate Bay has jumped on board the newest ink craze of 3D printing by hosting a page dedicated to digital 3D mock-ups available for users to print physical objects.

According to the site, the technology will be the next big thing in copying and printing, allowing users to manufacture spare parts for their vehicles and, in a number of years, download and print out sneakers.

Currently, 3D printers for the home or small office are available from a number of companies although Charles King, principal analyst at Pund-IT, believes the venture may prove short-sighted for the site.

Mr King told TechNewsWorld: "I believe [The Pirate Bay] may have mistaken a package of powdered magic mushrooms for their usual chai latte. "At this point, I believe the investment cost in equipment and materials would require an industrial-scale operation."

3D printing is the process of creating three-dimensional objects from files using a materials printer, and special printer ink.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Consumers Using Their Ink Cartridges For Leisure

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:12:51 +0000

According to a poll from PC Advisor, the vast majority of consumers use their printers and ink cartridges for leisure purposes rather than in a professional capacity.

Within the survey, when respondents were asked who in their household uses the home printer the most, 60 per cent of respondents selected said themselves or their partner for leisure purposes.

Other options available for selection for the included 'Me or my partner - for work'; 'Kids - for leisure'; 'Kids - for homework/college'; and 'Other family/friends'. Another revelation to come out of the poll, sponsored by Kodak, was that in most households adults hold the keys to the printer.

A report on PC Advisor's website read: "Modern inkjet printers are becoming less expensive to run. That combined with remote printing features such as Google Cloud Print, or vendor specific services such as Kodak's Email Print Service, make printing snaps a casual, fun thing to do."

Just three percent of respondents chose 'Kids - for leisure' and a further three per cent selected 'Other family/friends'.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Newport City Council Cuts Down In Ink Cartridges Expenditure

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:32:13 +0000

Newport City Council (NCC) has announced that, thanks to a series of measures, it has managed to cut its ink cartridges and print-related costs by 25 per cent, equivalent to a hefty £90,000.

The printer ink savings comes as part of a wider IT infrastructure overhaul that the NCC has undergone with around 3,000 NCC staff now able to print and collect documents, scan to email or even network to any device across the council's 50 sites.

Mark Neilson, the NCC's head of customer and information services, is quoted by Sourcing Focus as saying: "NCC employees can now print from any supported location. A more flexible working environment is just what we need for our increasingly agile workforce.

"We have significantly reduced the administration costs of processing invoices and ordering ink consumables for our printers."

The NCC is also said to be launching a mobile print solution with Xerox with a view to a wider roll out.

Posted by Anya Hawke.

Printer Ink Impact Set To Grow In Dubai During 2012

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:57:39 +0000

The printing and printer ink industry is expected to grow by around five per cent this year in Dubai according to the Printing and Publishing Group (PPG).

According to the group, the growth comes as a result of technological advancements and a huge contribution of finances by the UAE's printing industry.

The PPG and the Dubai International Print Awards have been determined to enhance the quality standards of the print industry in the area for some time.

Ahmad Bin Hassan Al Shaikh, chairman of the PPG, said: "Despite the unprecedented financial challenges faced by all sectors, the current market situation and data indicate a promising future for the printing industry.

"PPG and the Dubai International Print Awards offer a very unique platform which brings forward printers from the GCC, Levant, Asia, North and South Africa."

The group is preparing itself for the Dubai International Print Awards 2012 with will be held on February 8th at the Grand Hyatt, Dubai.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Printer Ink Plays A Leading Role In New Movie

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:39:12 +0000

Sony Pictures has told of how they used the latest trend in printers and printer ink to help create their upcoming film, The Pirates! Band of Misfits.

Speaking to Fox News, the company's key animator, Ian Whitlock, told how animators at the company used 3D printers to create the mouths for a number of characters within the film.

The news provider was told how the technology, which is the toast of the printing world currently, was used in order to make several different mouths for the 'Pirate Captain' as well as other characters.

Mr Whitlock said: "We built about 8,000 mouths. For the Pirate Captain model, we made 257 separate mouths. For someone like Charles Darwin, we probably had about 130 mouths."

Rich Brown, senior editor at cnet.com, told Fox: "The layers build up in liquid form. The material solidifies as it prints out each layer, and the end result is a 3D object in real life

The Pirates! Band of Misfits is set to be released in US cinemas on March 30th.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Technology Change Blamed For Ink Cartridges Surplus

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:19:37 +0000

A change in technology has been blamed for a $35,000 (£22,447) excess in stockpiled ink cartridges and toner cartridges, according to the Clarion Ledger.

Hinds County District Four Supervisor Phil Fisher was undergoing a fairly routine evaluation, consisting largely of desktop printers, fax machines and copiers when he found the huge surplus of printer ink and toners.

The discovery clearly alarmed Mr Fisher, given that the county's contract for master copying machines already provides such materials anyway.

A conversion in 2008 from an electronic-based system of scanning instead of copying and email rather than faxing has been blamed for the oversight.

Mr Fisher told the newspaper: "It had been bought and just squirreled away. "They've been sticking it in closets for years, and nobody's said anything. It's absurd for taxpayers to be paying for this."

The county is set to sell on the toner and ink cartridges surplus in an attempt to gain back some of the initial outlay in procuring the items.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Printer Ink History To Be Celebrated In America

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:48:08 +0000

Printer Ink history is set to take centre stage in the tri-state area next week with the president of the Printing Industries of America (PIA) set to visit and take part in a number of celebrations to mark International Printing Week.

Michael Makin will begin the week's frolics by addressing the local Ohio and Northern Kentucky PIA group at the Kenwood Country Club before then taking a tour of Newport-based printer Multi-Craft, which has existed for over 55 years.

Multi-Craft has been a member of PIA ever since the company was founded in 1955 and company president Deborah Simpson told Fox 19 that the visit of Mr Makin was an honour.

Ms Simpson said: "As a company with a rich history of its own, it is an honour to celebrate that of the entire print industry and host one of its great modern industry leaders."

PIA provides research, training, economic insight, cost-savings and advocacy to its member printer ink companies, who employ nearly a million people.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Do You Really Need To Replace Your Ink Cartridges Question Answered

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:18:37 +0000

Tech review website PCWorld have posted an article about the age old question of whether to replace your ink cartridges when your printer says, or until they run dry.

PCWorld said "Probably. Chances are that doing so won't hurt the printer. But follow that advice at your own risk. Before you take this gamble, consider the possible price of having to replace your printer against the definite price of spending more money on printer ink in the long run."

If the printer refuses to work without a new or original cartridge, but you can see that there is still ink inside, you can try a 'printer reset'. You can find some interesting videos on Internet-inks YouTube channel, that may help you with your quest.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Share Printer Ink Query Response Issued By Computer Website

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:32:34 +0000

A response has been issued to a question asked in Computer Active's help section relating to whether two PCs can use one printer and share its ink or toner cartridges.

Responding to the question from a puzzled reader, an expert from the website suggested that a print-serve style gadget could be the answer to printers' prayers.

Such a device would allow any computer on the same network as the printer to recognise it, send jobs to it and potentially save money spent on printer ink because of the more efficient setup.

The response on the website reads: "A device such as the Network USB Hub is particularly convenient when the computers aren’t situated close together but if the computers aren’t networked, it is of no use. In that case, a simple USB switch will do the job."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Man And Ink Cartridges Combine To Form Perfect Machine

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:18:42 +0000

A true petrol-head has gone to great lengths, and great ink cartridges expense, to replace a Ford Mustang he had to sell in order to purchase an engagement ring.

Jonathan Brand managed to print off hundreds of sheets of paper on a wide format printer all with various parts of the car embossed upon them before painstakingly gluing them together to form what is an impressive replica of the famous car.

Mr Brand managed to complete the testing project using a 3D model created on his computer and a large-format printer. What is arguably more impressive is that the model wasn't created based on anything other than memory.

Technology website Human Invent noted: "Given the large amount of printed paper involved, and the cost of ink cartridges, we’re wondering whether Brand could have actually bought his original Ford Mustang back again?"

The finished piece of art is called One Piece at a Time, a nod to Johnny Cash's song about a Detroit worker who steals Cadillac parts and then assembles them piece by piece. Arguably an easier feat than what Mr Brand completed.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Releases New Point Of Sale Printer

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:55:39 +0000

Ink heavyweight Epson has introduced a brand new point of sale (POS) printer at the National Retail Federation (NRF) Annual Convention and Expo.

Epson is already a leading supplier in the area of value-added point of sale solutions, and took the chance at the event to introduce its new compact TM-H2000 multifunction POS printer.

According to the company, the new model is designed for retailers who are on the lookout for high-speed printing, check processing as well as endorsement.

It also comes with a two year limited warranty and is ENERGY STAR-qualified so it is ideally suited for high-volume retailers looking to increase speeds and lower costs while maintaining quality.

Mike Helm, director of sales for Epson's business systems division, said: "Epson is committed to bringing retailers a wide variety of reliable printing solutions.

"The TM-H2000 has been designed to offer a cost-effective alternative to thermal, while delivering all the functionality that high-volume retailers need."

Epson's new model is capable of printing at up to 260mm per second and uses ink cartridges.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Ink Cartridges To Be Used Remotely With New Mobile Printer

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:53:00 +0000

Users of Zebra Technologies' latest printer could be set to use their ink cartridges in more of a mobile fashion, according to a statement from the company.

Zebra has announced the release of its QLn220 mobile printer at the latest National Retail Federation (NRF) Annual Convention and Expo and, with it, claimed that it can offer business users greater printing options and flexibility.

The printer is capable of printing two inch labels for such printing areas as shelf-edge, price and return labelling where a smaller, more compact format is preferred.

According to the company, the QLn220 adds to Zebra's breadth of products which, going forward, will allow retailers to streamline operations and improve customers' end experience.

Scott Lane, product manager at Zebra Technologies, said: "We will continue to provide the most innovative features necessary to meet the changing needs of our customer base.

"Later in 2012, the QLn will offer new wireless radio technology, 802.11n, increasing overall efficiency and productivity for our customers."

Zebra also chose the NRF event to demonstrate a wide array of other solutions for the retail industry using printer ink cartridges.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Latest Printing Trend Impresses Ink Cartridges Experts

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:12:59 +0000

The latest ink cartridges trend, 3D printers have been reported to be making a real stir in the latest Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, according to a report in Manufacturing Digital.

A report on the website suggests that real advancements made in rapid prototyping as well as in extrusion technology has meant that the products are now edging their way into the mainstream.

The products are also becoming much cheaper and more affordable to purchase, another reason why it is predicted the products will find their way into homes and offices across the world as opposed to just tempting technology experts.

Abe Reichental, president and chief executive officer at 3D Systems, told the website: "It's a real honour to be a finalist in this year's "Best of CES" awards.

“Our 3D cloud printing makes it easy to make it real, starting today, whether or not you own our Cube 3D printer.

Two models of ink printer particularly impressed at the show, 3D Systems' Cube and Makerbot Industries' Replicator

HP Announces New Range Of HP LaserJet Pro Printers

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:08:54 +0000

Ink and printer giant Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced a new range of energy efficient laser jet printers which are targeted at small offices and small to medium sized businesses (SMBs).

HP launched around a dozen odd printers in Gujarat, including the HP LaserJet Pro P1108, which is being billed as the world's most energy efficient printer thanks to its built-in printer driver.

According to the country manager, LaserJet Enterprise Solutions HP India, Mandeep Gupta, revealed that the company also has plans to enhance engagement with channel partners in tier II and tier III cities across India.

The Economic Times quotes Mr Gupta as saying: "Gujarat is an important market for us and we offer industry's largest portfolio of printing solutions with innovative products for the customers."

According to the newspaper, HP already empowers its channel partners through training and incentive-led initiatives which is set to grow with its planned expansion.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Customer Feedback December 2011

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:07:09 +0000

Customer Feedback December 2011

We now have all our reviews at reviewcentre.com however we will publish monthly customer feedback on internet-ink as well. Check out what you the customers are saying about the website and products.

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Saved me time,considered getting rid of my Epson Picture Mate because I could not get the Photo Cartridge T5846.Would have liked a cheaper compatible one. Pleased I got what I was looking for. Compatible Brother Cartridge amazing price,wait to see the quality.

You always hear scare stories about compatible inks - and HP make a big play about only using their own products or you invalidate their warranties. With Internet Ink it's not necessary. Quality is at least as good as HP and the volume of ink is usually at least double, even triple - oh and the price? About a third of HP. As a returning customer I get a discount on advertised prices as well! Turnround time from order to delivery is also fast. The website is also very clear with OEM and equivalent.

First time have ordered from Internet-Ink. Will certainly return. Although ordered over the New Year holiday delivery was on time. Ordered Ink Cartridges the cost was less than half the price of that in retail stores. Dave.

Dependable service & great quality product. I like the free postage & also that you show prices with VAT added. And I like the repeat custom 10% incentive. Thank you, I need look nowhere else!

It was very easy to find the ink cartridges that were suitable for my printer on this website, in comparison to other sites, where you can spend ages trying to find the right compatible ink cartridges. This made he process so much easier and relaxing. I got next day delivery without having to pay extra or expecting it, and was extremely happy with the quality of the ink in comparison to some other compatible inks that i have tried. I'm definitely going to be carrying on buying my ink from this site from now on. Its even better that you get discount for buying more bundles. I go through a lot of ink being a student and this discount makes i a lot less painful to have to buy so much ink. I have already started recommending this site to other people because of the quality and ease of the purchase.

After paying through the nose for cartriges for my Epson R340 I discovered your site. Not sure of the quality I placed an order which came within 3 days and the inks are great and excellent value and they appear to last longer than originals. Not sure about the fastness of inks as have only just used them, but on photo quality prints are equal to original inks. I have now ordered a new compatible drum for my Brother Laser and if it is as good a quality I will most certainly recommend you to others.

Great service, great ink, great web site.

Being very hesitate to order anything on line, was expecting issues with ordering ink cartridges. I had decided to explore the internet because of the cost of cartridges in high street shops. Found internet-ink and thought that the offers available good value for money. Really easy website for me to find my printer and the cartridges available. very pleased with the cost and really pleased to find the order delivered within two days. Emails sent regarding my purchase and order and very clear what to do if did not receive. will use the company agsin and have already recomended to family and friends.

Internet-ink is THE best site to buy your ink cartridges from. Have tried several others but they beat the others hands down. The cartridges are delivered in record time. Have ordered in the afternoon and they are on my door-mat the following morning, superb. Usually order the compatible cartridges after the original ones run out and they are as good, if not better, than the OEM ones. The price makes printing at home a sensible option, even if using original cartridges. Can't recommend them highly enough. I always pass on their web-site to my friends & family. Keep up the good work.

I have changed printers twice since I started using Internet Ink and each time customer services have exchanged my unused inks very generously and fast without quibble. I like the regular discount too. Thank you.

I ordered on 23/12/2011 and it was delivered 24/12/2011 that was some going over a holiday period. Well pleased with the ink cartridges more ink in than Epson and a cleaning additive as well, the results are as good as Epsom cartridges. I have spent so much time and money with other cartridges that did not work, the printer coming up with error

PC Advisor Reviews Canon i-SENSYS LBP-7010C

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:28:40 +0000

Technology review website PC Advisor have reviewed the new Canon i-SENSYS LBP-7010C laser printer, giving it 3.5/5 stars offering "surprisingly strong image quality for those prepared to wait, and pay."

"The Canon i-SENSYS LBP-7010C printer is very much a no-frills model to look at" states the review website. With no text display and only two buttons. However, the review goes on to say that the printer offers strong capabilities exactly where they’re needed. Print quality is impressive, and the price tag is low for a laser printer.

While the printer itself has a compact footprint, the paper tray of the Canon printer has to be slotted into the front, increasing its footprint on your desk.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Stylus Photo 1500W Unveiled By Epson For March Release

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:21:31 +0000

Epson has introduced a new wide format A3 photo printer called the Epson Stylus Photo 1500W. The 1500W can print many different media: glossy paper, plain paper, envelopes, iron-on transfers as well as CDs and DVDs. The device supports paper sizes from 4x6 inch photos to panoramic and A3+ sizes.

The Epson Stylus Photo 1500W uses Epson's Claria dye-based ink in six colors for vivid and long-lasting photos with a glossy finish. Coupled with a high resolution up to 5760 x 1440 dpi and a small droplet size of 1.5 pl results in high-quality prints with fine detail and smooth gradation of tones.

The 1500W has built-in Wi-Fi connection so you can quickly and easily print from laptops, desktops or mobile devices like iPhones and iPads through the Epson iPrint application.

The Epson Stylus Photo 1500W is available from March 2012 and costs €299.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Epson Announces New Artisan 1430 Wide-format Printer At CES

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:40:53 +0000

Epson have unveiled a new wide-format photo printer at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The Artisan 1430 can print on a variety of paper sizes up to 13x19 inches.

The Epson Artisan 1430 has built-in wireless 802.11n that allows multiple users to use the wide-format printer, including printing web pages, documents and photos on-the-go with the Epson Connect app from a smartphone, iPhone, iPad, or other mobile device.

The Artisan 1430 inkjet printer uses six ink colours. According to Epson, MicroPiezo print head technology ensures sharp, accurate ink placement, while optimising print speeds. The 1430 also lets you print images and text directly onto inkjet-printable CDs and DVDs.

Posted by Anya Hawke.

Epson Donates 1 Million Peso For Typhoon Relief Efforts

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:49:04 +0000

Printer ink company Epson announced that they would donate 1 million Peso (approximately 23,800 US Dollars) to assist Filipino families affected by typhoon Sendong.

On December 16, the typhoon struck the southern coastal cities of Cagayan de Oro and Iligan, causing nearly one thousand people to lose their lives.

The printer company extends its condolences to the affected families, and Epson hopes its donation will aid the speedy recovery of the areas damaged by the disaster.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

HP Criticised By Security Company

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:22:18 +0000

Internet and computer security firm Sophos has suggested that ink and printer firm Hewlett Packard (HP) could have made it easier for users to find a list of LaserJet printers affected by a recent flaw.

HP were forced to release a firmware update a number of weeks ago in order to fix the flaw which could have potentially exposed customers' confidential data to attackers.

However, Sophos says that the company could have moved quicker and made it easier for companies and users to find out which printers may have been affected.

Graham Cluley, senior technology consultant at Sophos, wrote in the company's blog: "It would have been nice if it had been a little easier to find, or linked to from HP's press release (announcing the fix)."

According to CRN's website, the list is readily available for users and were said to be unhappy at the accusation made by Sophos.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Brother Releases Four New Printers Based Around Efficiency And Speed

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:25:48 +0000

Heavyweight ink and printer firm, Brother, has announced it has added four new digital colour units with a heavy focus on speed and efficiency, something which users will be pleased to hear.

The new units offer a category-leading colour print speed of up to 19 pages per minute and also offer good networking capabilities and Brother’s own LED print technology. It is hoped that these technologies will appeal to businesses working with time constraints.

The models will go on sale shortly and are being dubbed a smart choice for business owners keen on convenience and affordability. Three of the new units will also be compatible with Brother’s iPrint&Scan downloadable printing app.

Steven Feldstein, director of marketing, laser products and scanners at Brother, said: “These new units offer significant value in both time and money with faster color printing, savings gained by printing in-house and overall reliability."

Brother is one of the leading printing companies in the world.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

New Samsung Wireless Printers Offers News Opportunities For Ink Cartridge Users

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:05:29 +0000

Printer users may now not need their printer to be hooked up to anything other than a smartphone when they wish to see their documents or web pages in ink thanks to a development from Samsung Electronics.

According to a report in the Korea Herald, the wireless model of both printer series ML-2160 and SCX-3400 are now installed with Wi-Fi Direct so that smartphones and tablets may now be used to print as opposed to a computer with a physical link.

Samsung officials said that by downloading Samsung mobile printing applications from either Android or Apple's mobile application stores, people will be able to print files saved on such as devices.

A Samsung official is quoted by the newspaper as saying: "This is not the first time a printer which such function is being newly released, however, the connection process between a smart device and the printer has seen improvements, becoming more convenient than before."

The set-up time for the process will take just two minutes with printers available in white, sepia and blue.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Experts Claim Mobile Is The Way To Go For Ink Industry

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:27:42 +0000

According to a report in the Computer Reseller News, many of the printing sector's top officials have predicted a rise in opportunities for mobile printing solutions which could potentially be great news for users of ink cartridges.

This desire and appetite for portable and mobile printing devices goes hand in hand with a similar need in other areas of modern business such as communication and networking.

According to executives and officials asked in the article, this appetite could and should be being dealt with by the printing industry and because of the possibilities available.

Nitin Hiranandani, director of Laserjet Enterprise Solutions at HP, told the website: "With potential growth at a compound annual growth rate of 15 percent, we see a clear utility of mobile printers and scanners to capture customer information for processing applications and providing quotes or receipts to clients on the spot."

The report states that mobile printing is enjoying an uptake in telecoms, education, event management, advertising, pharma, travel as well as law.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson Has Workforce Pro WP-4014DN Printer Reviewed

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:07:13 +0000

Printer and ink manufacturer Epson has seen its Workforce Pro WP-4014DN perform well in a recent review, being awarded a nine out of ten as an overall score.

Appearing in TrustedReviews.com, the printer recorded the positive score thanks to a wide range of impressive traits including solid key features, a good design and efficient use of ink cartridges.

As well as being deemed robust enough for office duties, the printer was also praised for incorporating dual paper trays, high capacity ink cartridges as well as fast print capabilities.

Despite being the basic, entry model, the printer scored well in all categories and this will please the company which is moving into the office inkjet market in a big way.

The review reads: "The four cartridges are available in three different capacities, which is unusual, with the highest capacity version good for 3,400 pages between changes – well into laser capacity levels." Incuding the T7031 and T7011.

Epson is one of the largest manufacturers of printers and ink in the world.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Ink Giant HP Quells Fears Over Printer Security

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:48:28 +0000

Despite fears over printer safety, ink cartridge and printer manufacturer Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced it has built a new firmware update in order to shore up printer security.

Fears had been highlighted by researchers that remote hackers could potentially access HP printers and do damage which could lead to printer fires. This was dubbed as sensationalist by HP but now it appears it has moved to tighten things up.

The printing giant claims it is now communicating this update proactively to both its customers and partners but suggests that no customer has reported unauthorised access to any of its printing devices, let alone any fires.

HP also moved to reiterate its recommendation to follow best practices for securing devices by using tools such as firewall and also disabling remote firmware uploads on exposed printers.

The update is available for download on HP's website for any consumers concerned about security.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Printer Review Site Suggests Best Use For Toner Ink And Printers

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:44:34 +0000

Printing website and all-round ink cartridge hub, Best Printer Reviews, has made a number of suggestions for companies looking to explore their printing options in the New Year, keeping cost in mind.

The website has suggested that for many companies, printers have been essential pieces of kit - but with so much choice in the market it can difficult to make a wise decision.

A statement from the company states that many companies will now be looking to the two main printer classes when deciding how to utilise their ink. These two classes are inkjet and laserjet but within those two there are still many different printer options.

The company suggests that among the most popular companies and models are HP laserjet, HP laserjet pro, Canon printer pixma, Canon 9000, HP p2055dn, HP laserjet p2035n, HP laserjet pro p1606dn and the Canon pixma pro9000, which take a variety of ink and toner cartridges.

The website provides printer reviews and information as well as updates on a weekly basis from the world of consumer and small business printers. For all ink cartridges and toner cartridges check out internet-ink.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Banner Printing Device Takes Off At Schiphol Airport

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:36:22 +0000

An ingenious banner printing device has been installed at Schiphol airport, Amsterdam, which allows those waiting for loved ones to put their welcome home messages in ink.

The machine allows users to dictate what they wish to print on their banner via a touchscreen interface and it will certainly help those waiting for commuters to stand out in the crowd.

According to Minuteman Press, the new machine is certainly proving popular as it is producing around 50 banners every day with users viewing it as a welcome alternative to more traditional formats which include bed sheets and paint.

According to the website, "This is one example of how professional banner printing is far superior to home-made methods, giving a professional finish and a high quality, durable product."

The technology could take off in other airports because of the purported popularity of having instant access to high quality, affordable printing at the touch of a button.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Lexmark 100XL Compatibles Ink Cartridges Now Available

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:06:42 +0000

January savings mean that customer are looking for alternative compatible ink cartridges. Internet ink has a wide range of ink cartridges covering brands such as Epson , HP , Lexmark and Dell with others available.

The Lexmark 100 and 100XL accompanied by the 105XL and 108XL are available at internet-ink in the original and compatible cartridges.

With new printers and ink cartridges been added everyday and highly competitive prices Internet ink offer a further 10% discount to returning customers saving more money on their ink cartridges.

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New Year Tips For Saving Cash On Ink Cartridges

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:20:29 +0000

When businesses return after the festive break it is likely that they will be wanting to start 2012 as they mean to go on and try and be more cost efficient.

One way to achieve this is by looking at their printing and assessing where they can make savings on ink cartridges or toner cartridges.

Opting for cheaper recycled paper when printing internal documents is one way to cut down on costs without lowering standards and means that pricier high quality paper is kept for client-facing materials.

Similarly, encourage staff to think before they print and consider whether a document can be read online or emailed to someone rather than printed out and posted.

Another top money saving tip is to match printing needs to the right copier, for example consider whether you need coloured or simply black ink for a certain job and then send to the relevant printer.

Finally, businesses are advised to shop for products in bulk such as ink cartridges and toner so they know they are getting the best deal. Check out internet-ink.co.uk for low prices on ink cartridges and toner cartridges.

Posted by Jamie Foster

The Future Of Printers

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 10:44:00 +0000

Next year will see some big changes in the world of ink printers, according to industry experts.

Convenience will be key in 2012, a report from PC World states, with printers being able to adapt to any device people may be using, be it smartphone, tablet or PC.

"The year 2012 will bring more options for mobile printing via a wireless connection to a local device, and for cloud printing - using email as the backbone for printing documents to a local or remote printer with its own email address (and an internet connection)," the news provider stated.

Another key trend will be greater choice, with Canon, Epson and Kodak all planning new ranges for the new year, showing off a host of new features.

Finally, printing apps will be big in 2012, with HP already paving the way in 2012 with its ePrint feature and apps for printing off film tickets and maps.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Pledges To Sort Out LaserJet Hacking Issue

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:28:09 +0000

Printer giant HP has released a fix to prevent its LaserJet printers being susceptible to hacking.

The company's new firmware update will prevent hackers from taking over a printing device, however, it won't help if the printer has already been compromised by cyber criminals.

Last month, researchers at Columbia University suggested that the devices could be hacked, compromising personal information.

HP issued a statement stressing that no customer had reported unauthorised access to their device, although it did admit there was a flaw.

"HP has identified a potential security vulnerability with some HP LaserJet printers ... if placed on a public internet without a firewall. In a private network, some printers may be vulnerable if a malicious effort is made to modify the firmware of the device by a trusted party on the network,'' the company's statement read.

HP recommends placing printers behind a firewall to protect them from remote hackers.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Dell Study Highlights Business Cost Savings

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:25:37 +0000

Printer manufacturer Dell has long claimed that its printer range can help companies save money, and now a study from Hansa Research suggests just that.

The study, which was reported by Money Life, highlighted that Dell printers boast a number of efficiencies which will save businesses both time and money and allow them to optimise the cost of their operation.

Commenting on the findings, Shishir Singh, director of product marketing, Dell India, said: "Our laser printers help SMBs maximise their investment and achieve exceptional long term value, with feature rich products at affordable purchase prices and low total cost of printing."

In terms of which Dell printers offer companies the best savings, the study found that the 1130 was the overall high scorer in terms of speed, paper maximum output capacity and maximum duty per cycle.

The Dell 1130N laser printer scored highest, amongst competing models of other companies in terms of paper maximum output capacity.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printer Ink Heavyweight HP Labelled Market Leader

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:23:12 +0000

Manufacturer of printers and ink cartridges, Hewlett Packard (HP), has been shortlisted by industry analyst firm IDC has named HP a market leader.

A statement from HP revealed that IDC had completed its multivendor assessment study and highlighted that HP continues to maintain market leadership with high scores in strategic direction and offering capabilities.

The study looked favourably on HP's market leadership which had been gained as a result of a comprehensive strategy to deliver a unified experience across the office, onsite production and external printing arenas.

Bruce Dahlgren, senior vice president of the managed enterprise solutions, imaging and printing group at HP, said: "Looking ahead, market leadership will be defined by the ability to provide a consultative partnership focused on simplifying the most complex business processes and managing a larger print infrastructure."

The study praised HP's broad portfolio which has been enriched with industry solutions and features such as HP ePrint, the Open Extensibility Platform and FutureSmart firmware.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Toner Cartridge Purchases Can Rack Up Interest Advises Money Group

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:20:54 +0000

Companies and consumers looking to invest in toner cartridges or even entire printing setups over the Christmas and New Year period should not forget the interest that will be due.

That's the advice from Moneyfacts.co.uk in and around Christmas time which has claimed that interest can often sneak up on people once the purchase has gone through.

However to avoid a bleak New Year, consumers should always make sure they can afford both the product itself and the added interest if they plan on putting it on a credit card.

Rachel Springall, spokeswoman from Moneyfacts.co.uk, said: "Customers who spend on credit over the Christmas period need to ensure they are aware of the interest they can incur from their purchases.

"Shoppers could utilise one of the many cashback cards in the market."

Moneyfacts Group aims to provide accurate, independent financial information in an accessible format through financial releases and independent price comparison.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Toner Cartridge Savers Increases Its Recycling Programme

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:27:10 +0000

A payday loan company based in London which has long since been an advocate of recycling paper and toner cartridges has teamed up with a recycling company to continue the scheme.

Payday Express has teamed up with a recycling company so that the recycling programme can be ramped up to make more savings. Now, staff at the company will be able to recycle thin card, plastic, metal cans, and glass.

Staff are said to be impressed by how easy it is to be more environmentally responsible which shows that the new partnership with improved facilities certainly has the legs to succeed.

Payday Express administrator, Kristina Winch, said: "We have gone from strength to strength as a company in the way we have changed how our staff are encouraged to think about the environment.

"This new set-up will help us all play a bigger part in our ongoing efforts to protect the environment."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ink Cartridges Savings Added To With Digital Communication

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:44:48 +0000

Companies are increasingly managing to make additional savings on top of those available through recyclable ink cartridges by moving towards online marketing and digital communication.

That's the view of Raz Godelnik, co-founder of Eco-Libris, who believes that the advent of digital audience communication coupled with a desire to save money by printing fewer documents is leading to more energy-efficient workplaces.

This, according to Mr Godelnik, is saving companies money and adding to their energy efficiency which can only be good for them and the environment.

Mr Godelnik said: "There are a couple of companies that are also switching from other promotional materials to digital content - meaning that they don't have to print documents and they're saving a lot of printer paper this way."

Eco-Libris, founded in 2007, is a green company working to promote sustainability in the book industry in the digital age by promoting the adoption of green practices.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

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Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:30:39 +0000

Investigator Brought In For Australian Toner Scandal

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:41:32 +0000

The Primary Industries Department in Australia has taken on a private investigator in order to get to the bottom of the toner cartridge scandal in the country.

Currently, in the scandal that has gripped Australia, 41 government agencies have become embroiled in the mire over the purchase of printer ink cartridges at heavily-inflated prices in exchange for gifts from companies.

A recent State Parliamentary Committee heard that Primary Industries staff have already identified 134 invoices from suspected suppliers over a four year period. It is believed that the investigator is a former police officer.

Opposition frontbencher Rob Lucas wasn't convinced, telling ABC News: "The body that should be conducting an investigation isn't a collection of private investigators.

"It should be the Auditor-General who should be conducting a comprehensive independent inquiry."

The news website reports that almost $1 million was paid to suspected suppliers for toner and ink products over the course of the scandal.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Printer Paper Type Is Just As Important As Ink Cartridges Quality

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:44:28 +0000

A blog written for the technology section of the Monsters and Critics site has suggested print quality depends on paper selection as well as the quality of the ink cartridges.

The blog suggests that the correct sort of printer paper is essential for the printer you use. So in terms of laser jet and ink jet printers it is important that the right paper is chosen if users want the highest quality printing jobs.

Torsten Neumann of German computer magazine Chip told the blog that there are issues to bear in mind with either type of printer so users should keep information in mind.

Mr Neumann told the blog: "Laser printers tend to have a problem with thicker paper graded at more than 160 grams per square metre. And paper with a plastic layer can melt in a laser printer and gum up the feed tray."

The blog also suggested a use of different standards of paper depending on how important the cause was i.e. archiving forms or printing ads.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Christmas Post

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:27:33 +0000

Christmas is one of the busiest periods of the year for both Internet-ink and Royal Mail.

We will be taking orders all the way through the Christmas period, but for your parcel to be guaranteed to arrive before Christmas it is recommended you place your order before these dates:

20th December - First Class Delivery
22nd December - Special Delivery

Customers can still purchase all our products throughout Christmas and Royal Mail services will be back to normal from the 3rd January 2012.

We apologise for any delays during this period and will endeavour to get your parcel to you as soon as we can. Your order will still be dealt with and dispatched in the quickest time possible over the Christmas period.

Internet-ink

Kodak Printers Revolutionise Printer Ink Cartridge Practice

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:29:10 +0000

A printing company in Edmonton, Canada, has invested in a new printing device which will revolutionise their printer and ink cartridge use.

DeJong Printing Ltd has invested in a brand new KODAK NEXPRESS SX2700 Digital Production Color Press following the handing over of the company to Henk DeJong from his father.

Mr DeJong was faced with a conundrum when it came to the future of the business and the purchase of the new printer will help to drive the company forward.

It is hoped that the new printer will help printers drive more jobs per shift and more profit per page by consistently as well as more reliably producing market-leading image quality.

Mr DeJong said: "We tossed ideas back and forth, and eventually we decided that in addition to our traditional services, we needed to be able to produce the best digital printing in town."

The printer include a long-sheet option which allows printers to print six-page brochures or three-up letters.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Cnet Sneaks A Peak Behind Ink Cartridges Recycling Scheme

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:23:45 +0000

CNET Asia has been offered a sneak preview behind the scenes of a new recyclable ink cartridge scheme in Singapore known as Project Homecoming.

The news provider went behind the scenes of the new operation which involves the recycling of ink cartridges after collection at 13 national libraries from across the country.

It is hoped that not only will the scheme see scores of ink cartridges recycled and a significant amount of investment put back into the environment, it will also raise awareness among Singapore as to the benefits of recycling.

Within the visit, CNET reports that reporters saw the complete recycling process including procurement, the disassembly of used printer ink cartridges, the extradition of useful material and new products made from the recovered material.

The scheme is being driven largely by support from Brother, Canon, Dell and Epson however previously, CNET has raised doubts as to whether there are enough benefits to cartridge users.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Savings Urged To Complement Ink Cartridges Budgets

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 09:44:27 +0000

The Baldwin-Whitehall School District's directory of technology has given a speech to the school's board in which he recommended measures designed to save $84,000 a year in ink cartridges and other printing costs.

Tim Winner suggested that substantial savings could be made if the board were to enter a new, five-year printing/copying agreement with ComDoc. Among the improvements cited in the proposed contract is equipment better sized to meet volume needs.

On top of this, the addition of another black and white printer/copier the school as well as the ability for all new devices to scan images in high resolution and in colour would both help add to the savings available.

According to Baldwin-Whitehall Patch, Mr Winner believes that such measures will see a reduction of $7,000 in the monthly printing costs. With Mr Winner planning to re-address the board before January, he could have a good chance of convincing the board that the changes would work.

The board will decided whether to accept the changes at a later date.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Disappearance Of Ink Named Top Printing Gripe

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 09:37:13 +0000

A survey carried out by PC Advisor has found that ink running out too quickly is the main gripe of 68 per cent of printer users.

According to the website, its survey suggests that there is now a growing awareness among users that due care and attention needs to be given to selecting the adequate ink cartridges and printing plans.

The website recommends that users think long-term about what printing needs they have to ensure that they don't end up paying over the odds during the course of their printer's lifetime.

Results from the survey could encourage users to ensure that they check the manufacturers' page yield estimate prior to purchasing the item if they wish to make savings on printer ink in the long run.

The second most common problem that users highlighted with their printer was having issues with printing from their computer while ten per cent were unhappy with the print sharpness produced by their home inkjet printers.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Epson Launches New Aculaser Laser Printers For Businesses

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:34:12 +0000

Epson have released a large range of new Aculaser Laser printers, specifically aimed at businesses:

The Epson Aculaser MX14 and MX14NF are compact mono all-in-one printers designed for reliable desktop printing, scanning and copying.

The Epson Aculaser CX17, CX17NF, and CX17WF are all highly efficient, compact colour all-in-one printers for demanding, budget-conscious small businesses.

The Epson Aculaser CX29DNF is a fast and efficient colour 4-in-1 laser printer with duplex produces high-quality results and comes network-ready with optional extras for specific needs.

The Epson Aculaser CX37DN, CX37DNF, CX37DTN, and CX37DTNF is a range of high performance, network-ready business colour A4 multifunction laser printers with duplex, designed for medium-to-large workgroups.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Toner Cartridge Complaint Dealt With By Computer Active

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 09:24:09 +0000

Technology magazine Computer Active has responded to a query from a customers relating to how full toner cartridges are when they come with new printers.

The complaint came from Mike James and related to a printer he purchased which the seller stated would print around 2,000 pages. However, Mr James found that the toner had, in fact, ran out around halfway through that figure.

Mr James believes he will need to spend around £200 to fully restore his toner cartridge after the company told him it was written on the box that the printer only contained enough toner to enable setup.

However, the magazine suggested that the seller is correct in this and if it was written on the box then Mr James can have no complaints. Their advice was that customers should ensure they read the product information thoroughly.

Responding to the complaint, the magazine wrote: "This is standard practice. Don’t assume anything when buying a product. Sometimes it is best to ask a shop assistant for advice."

If customers are given the wrong information, they are able to get legal redress under the Consumer Protection Regulations 2008.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Ink Sales Boosted By Printer Popularity

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 09:17:54 +0000

Levels of ink cartridges use in India are likely to have risen dramatically over the third quarter of 2011 with the combined serial inkjet and page printer, copier and multifunction product market totalling 666,859 units.

The revelation came after research from Gartner, with researchers predicting that a growth in business activities within a variety of sectors is one of the main reasons behind the growth.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, it seems many companies looking to increase their printing options have opted for the largest companies in the printing world. HP, Canon, Epson and Samsung dominated sales in the period in question.

Gartner's research analyst, Amrita Choudhury, said: "Business activities in the banking, financial services and insurance, manufacturing, IT and IT-enabled services sectors, and notably the government sector, lead to a growth of peripheral devices like printers and multi-functional devices."

HP dominated the segment with a 46.2 per cent market share while Canon and Epson enjoyed market shares of 28.6 per cent and 11.1 per cent, respectively.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

New Update Announced To Test Ink Cartridges

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:43:06 +0000

The SpencerLab Digital Color Laboratory has announced a new update to its SpencerLab Printer Test Suite which will help users of ink cartridges gain a better insight into the quality of their printing.

Intended primarily for paper and ink suppliers, SpencerLab's print Quality analysis is an important aspect when it comes to printer quality benchmarking. The update has been unveiled as printing technologies continue to evolve, print speeds increase and the amount of choice expands.

Bearing in mind that durability has become a key concern among many manufacturers, the new update now offers a number of test files within its durability sphere.

Catherine Fiasconaro, director of the laboratory and vice president of operations, said: "As the industry continues to expand, so does the need to address arising concerns. This version 4.4 release provides our licensees with files for measurement and assessment of print durability."

In total, the SpencerLab Printer Test Suite consists of over three gigabytes of data as well as more than 90 test files.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Wireless Device To Allow Apple Users To See Documents In Ink

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:41:10 +0000

Connectivity solutions provider Lantronix has announced a wireless printing device which ensures that Apple iOS users will finally be able to see their mobile documents in printer ink.

The device, known as the xPrintServer, will allow users of iPads, iPhones and iPod touches to print wirelessly from their device to virtually any networked printer. Ever since the devices were released, many users have problems with connecting to compatible printing devices.

However, the new device, around the same size as an iPhone, will remedy that problem. It contains an iOS native print menu and doesn't require any additional applications, software downloads, or printer drivers.

Kurt Busch, president and chief executive officer for Lantronix, said: "The xPrintServer embodies our goal of leveraging Lantronix technology to serve the needs of today's growing markets.

"The proliferation of iPads and iPhones in the corporate world has yielded a potentially tremendous opportunity for providing an easy printing solution for enterprise-class printers."

The manufacturer's suggested retail price for the product is around £96.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

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Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:26:13 +0000

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Gelcoat, fibreglass and grp can all be repaired by our mobile specialist Sean who can visit your yacht or boat at any Solent marina including Lymington and Southampton. He also covers Weymouth & Poole.

He offers mobile repairs for minor damaged areas, stress cracking and loose fitments.

New Epson WorkForce All-in-one A3 Ink Printers

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:27:43 +0000

Epson has recently released three more additions to their growing WorkForce printer series. The new A3+ printers are designed with the needs of both small businesses and home office users in mind. Ideal for users such as graphic designers, architects and engineers, and represents the perfect blend of affordability, reliability and speed.

The Epson WorkForce WF-7015 is Epson’s first networked A3+ printer, and can print high-quality colour documents at up to A3+ size as well as double-sided A4 documents. Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity come as standard, featuring enhanced wireless security with WPA2 encryption.

The Epson WorkForce WF-7515 combines both A3+ printing and A3 copying, scanning and faxing in one device. The high-capacity 250 sheet paper tray for less frequent refilling and a 30 sheet Automatic Document Feeder for multiple page scanning, copying and faxing at up to A3.

The Epson WorkForce WF-7525 is a fully functional A3 all-in-one like the WF-7515, but also adds a duplex to this mix and helps make the most of limited resources.

With Epson's new WorkForce printers you can see savings of up to 50 percent on cost per page compared to competitive lasers. You can print up to approximately 1,000 pages, with Epson’s individual T1301 XL Stag ink cartridges.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Epson Releases ME Office 535 Small-in-one Printer

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:14:17 +0000

Printer and ink cartridge manufacturer Epson has announced the release of what it has dubbed the 'world's smallest all-in one printer'.

Epson's ME Office 535 aims to intertwine an environmentally friendly design with the low cost per page of the Epson ME Office range. That range has been specifically designed to offer higher performance and lower running costs, something this latest printer will be hoping to continue.

Cunningly nicknamed the 'small-in-one', Epson's new printer will use Epson DURABrite ultra pigment ink in order to help produce ultra-sharp text. This will keep it within the same paramaeters as printers which offer laser quality and grayscale graphic prints.

Mr Samba Moorthy, division head of sales and marketing for Epson India, told the Hindustan Times: "We are confident that no matter what our customers' business printing needs are, there is now a perfect Epson inkjet for them to reduce their running costs."

Compared to its predecessor, the Epson ME Office 535 uses 19 per cent fewer components, is 39 per cent smaller in size as well as being 24 per cent smaller in footprint.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

CNET Compiles Printer Review To Help Add To Printer Ink Savings

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:01:43 +0000

IT writer Jacqueline Seng, from CNET Asia, has compiled her own review of the best all-in-one (AIO) printers on the market in the hope that readers can save money on efficiency when it comes to printing and ink cartridges use.

Specially within the review, Ms Seng highlighted the positive and negative points for three printers, the Epson ME Office 535, the Canon Pixma MG2170 and the HP Deskjet 3070A.

Within the review Ms Seng looked at five key areas for her analysis. These being long term costs, power consumption, ink cartridges, special features and warranty length.

Ms Seng wrote in her review: "These AIOs can print, scan and copy - while taking up less space on your table. If you live in a city, where space is generally limited, a more compact printer may be ideal for households and small office/home office."

The review concluded that the HP printer had features usually found on more expensive models. However users who opted for the Epson could find their printer more economical in the long run.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP Release Counterfeit Toner Cartridge Prevention Tool

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 09:57:20 +0000

Printing giant Hewlett-Packard (HP) has announced a new technology which allows users to identify counterfeit or fake toner and ink cartridges.

The technology is designed to help customers easily notice fake ink and toner and works by letting users scan the security label on the packages which would then enable them to verify their authenticity.

In a statement released by the company, HP claimed that the new tool features a quick response code on both HP ink and toner cartridge security labels which can be scanned quickly and easily to ensure quality.

Bernard Chiang , part of HP's Imaging and Printing Group, said: "The new HP Mobile Authentication tool features an innovative technology that will better protect customers from fraudulent printing supplies."

Counterfeit ink and toner cartridges are a massive problem to both the industry and to users because they detract from company profits and leave consumers with a sub-standard product.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Major Ink Cartridge User Wins Printing Award

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 09:45:26 +0000

Printing firm and mass-user of ink cartridges, Jacob North Companies, has been awarded the prestigious Great Printer Certification to keep it among the big players of the Midwest printing industry.

The award, bestowed on the company by Printing Industry Midwest (PIM), tests printers on two main areas in order for them to receive it. Those areas are, firstly, a safety and environmental audit which examines companies' environmental efficiency in its operation.

Second, companies are required to ensure that they have two 'above compliance' projects which show that the company doesn't just do the minimum required. The company's vice president, Chad Pinkman, stated that the award would do wonders for his company.

Paul Gutkowski, PIM's director of safety and environmental services, said: "Many printers attribute their successful Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) visits with no citations to their Great Printer Certification status. OSHA inspectors know that the Great Printer logo represents 'above and beyond compliance'."

Other printer ink companies in the region to receive the award include Advanced Web, Ambassador Press and Bang Printing.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ukrainian App Adds To Printing Ease

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:04:07 +0000

Ukrainian printing firm and big user of toner cartridges, Readdle, has announced the launch of a new app which offers the opportunity to print all manner of documents wirelessly.

Printer Pro 3 will enable the printing of documents, email attachments, web pages and photos straight from the iPhone or iPad. The app offers the chance for users to print from their nearest ink cartridge printer wherever they may be, offering increased simplicity in the printing process.

The package features a revamped interface for ease of use while application users can easily configure relevant printers using the new featured Printer Setup Wizard.

Igor Zhadanov, Readdle's chief executive officer, said: "Printing from the iPhone or iPad directly to a printer is hardly a new concept in the world of apps. However, most printer setups require much effort to work properly with iOS devices."

"Printer Pro application is our take to make mobile printing simple."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Kodak Ink Cartridge Use Grows In The Commercial Department

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:00:40 +0000

Executives in the graphic communications department at Kodak have claimed that the growth of its commercial business, thanks to strong ink cartridge use and technology, has belied the gloom around the rest of the company.

Speaking at a recent media event, Greg Gresock, director of marketing for Digital Printers and Presses, said that Kodak's digital presses, printer heads and Stream inkjet technology are increasingly seeing more use.

Their use has specifically rocketed when it comes to traditional printing jobs such as high-speed direct mail runs, formerly done by offset printing. According to Print Week, Mr Gresock highlighted the Nexpress Photo Platform had made a big impact.

According to Print Week, Mr Gresock said: "The growth engine around Kodak is printing, especially digital print. When you look at the total number of pages that are being produced today, about 1 per cent of that production is being done digitally."

The company recently announced a new app for users to print remotely via the cloud.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Kodak Adds To Ink Cartridge Savings With New App

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:58:14 +0000

Following the release of iOS devices, Kodak has finally released its Document Cloud Printing app for Android devices.

The package aims to allow cloud printing to all Kodak all-in-one printers using via Google Cloud Print. This will hopefully increase efficiency of printing for both individuals and businesses.

As well as being compatible with a wide range of documents, the app also enables to the use of a wide range of different sites such as Google Docs, Dropbox and Evernote.

Susan Tousi, general manager of Inkjet Systems and vice president of Kodak, said: "In today’s mobile society, it’s important that we provide solutions that enable people to print what they want, when they want to, from wherever they are in the world.

“The launch of the Kodak Document Print app is one more way we are making mobile printing simple and accessible."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

NASA Uses 3D Printing Technology

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:40:16 +0000

Along with recyclable ink cartridges, 3D printing is arguably one of the biggest things to happen to the print industry recently, and now NASA has begun to use the technology to create spare parts for space journeys.

NASA has recently selected a US firm's proposal to build a 3D printer for the space station and in theory the new technology could enable the manufacture of spare parts or tools on the fly, as it were.

Made in Space, came out of Singularity University which is a school for start-ups aimed at solving the world's biggest problems and the company's chief technology officer told of his belief in the project.

Jason Dunn, also co-founder of the company, said: "When a tool breaks, at the very worst the space-station crew calls Houston and says, 'Send us a CAD (computer-aided design) file of that tool,' and they'll be able to 3D-print it."

The development is the latest step forward for the printer technology which is growing all the time.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Tech Writer Pens Advice On Printers And Ink Cartridges

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:37:57 +0000

Rob Clymo, writer at PC Advisor, has offered a number of tips on how to save money when buying both printers and printer ink cartridges in a recent article.

Many people and businesses find it difficult to know what to opt for when it comes to printing as they seek efficiency and reliability at a low cost and Mr Clymo has set out a number of key issues to be aware of.

He suggests that first of all, money matters when it comes to printing as this is the main thing most people keep in mind when purchasing. He then also suggests having a list of features which correlate to what exactly you will want the printer to do.

Once these two have been considered, any extra features and technologies can also be thought about before finally settling on one.

Mr Clymo writes: "Getting the right ink printer is much easier than you might think, just as long as you put together a list of requirements beforehand."

PC Advisor is one of the most trusted websites when it comes to computer and printer advice.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printing Firm Vital In Creating YouTube Hit

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:05:42 +0000

A printing firm has claimed that it was its used ink cartridges and printing technology that was used to create characters from internet-hit Back to the Start.

The animation has had over two million YouTube hits and was also named as one of the top commercials of the year by AdWeek in a recent poll and Stratasys has said its Dimension 3D Printing made it possible.

Praised by all quarters, the advert tells the story of a farmer who gradually becomes more sustainable in his work practices and Bob Thorne, senior visual effects supervisor for the video's visual effects, told of his views.

Mr Thorne said: "The beauty of using the Dimension 3D Printer for this project was that we could produce exact replicas of the animatic drawings, rather than guessing about sizes and details as we might have done with hand-sculpted models."

Back to the Start has won praise from creative arts leaders, sustainability experts and pop culture gurus for its fresh, engaging approach.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Companies Urged To Continue Toner Cartridge Savings In The New Year

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:14:51 +0000

Companies currently struggling with short term funds have been advised to stay strong and maintain focus when cost-cutting this Christmas, a reminder of the need to consider savings available with toner cartridges.

Often printing costs can spiral out of control for small firms, leaving holes in cash flow and long term finance plans but the main feeling to come out of a recent Hilton-Baird forum was that small firms need to 'hang tight'.

The forum as well as discussing financial issues facing business, also encouraged small firms to tighten their belts and think about what continued savings can be made of which printer ink can definitely be considered one.

Alex Hilton-Baird, chief executive officer of the Hilton-Baird Group, said: "During this particularly challenging period we urge all businesses to ensure that their cash flow is as strong as possible.

"Ultimately, by planning ahead, businesses can ensure that they maintain a healthy cash flow and are best placed to enjoy a fruitful and successful New Year."

The Hilton-Baird Group is one of the UK's leading business finance groups.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Xerox Releases New DocuPrint 3105 Printer To Help Small Firms Printer Ink Savings

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:12:06 +0000

Fuji Xerox has announced the release of a new printer which will help small to medium sized businesses (SMBs) add to the savings available through recyclable ink cartridges.

The DocuPrint 3105 helps produce high quality images in both A3 and A4 while it also offers high-speed printing capabilities to help companies streamline their printing process.

Fuji Xerox also claims that it offers the lowest power consumption in its class while it also includes boasts 'Toner Save' technology to help reduce toner consumption for SMBs and drive down costs.

David Borg, general manager of Fuji Xerox Printers Australia and New Zealand, said: "SMB customers are often forced to choose between affordability and performance. Fuji Xerox Printers has addressed the needs of this market with the DocuPrint 3105, offering SMBs enterprise-class A3 and A4 monochrome print functionality in a value-for-money solution."

The printer offers 1200 x 1200 image quality and also boasts image enhancement processing technology.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Palm Beach Post Writer Offers Printing Advice

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:18:04 +0000

A technology writer from Palm Beach Post has offered a number of handy hints and tips on how printer users can save money on their ink cartridges.

Writing in the newspaper, Bill Husted set out five tips he felt would save users money when it came to printing and buying printer cartridges. His first tip was for users to ignore the warning message relating low ink supplies, claiming that cartridges can still be half full when the message appears.

He also recommended being frugal with printing, using the print preview before sending a document to print and checking for mistakes before hitting print. His final piece of advice was for users to consider investing in a laser printer.

Husted wrote: "Take a look at your own desk at home and –– just a guess here –– you'll find plenty of paper. Then walk through a modern business office. It probably took a quarter acre of southern pine for the paper mill to produce all the paper you see."

Husted said that he and other experts have predicted a paperless society eventually.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

London-based Studio Announces Use Of Little Printer

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:15:58 +0000

A London-based design studio has announced it is to use a small, web-enabled printer alongside ink cartridges to produce what it describes as ‘mini-newspapers’.

BERG Ltd will use the printer to create such newspapers which will bring users news, puzzles as well as gossip from friends all via subscriptions from smartphones. Little

Printer uses a compact, inkless printer as well as a zero-configuration wireless web connection. The studio hopes to combine graphic design with strong connectivity in order to help make their products as strong as possible with strong design at the heart of everything they do.

A statement from BERG reads: “Because publications are created in our cloud on the web, not in your front room, we can offer more services for your Little Printer without the need for updates or a replacement product.

Pre-orders for the printer will open in 2012 when it will initially be launched as a beta product.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Winter Is The Time For Ink Savings

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:02:10 +0000

The winter months are a great time for businesses to reduce their carbon output, according to Hugh Jones, managing director of advisory services at Carbon Trust, which could include savings made through recyclable ink cartridges.

Speaking at the Property Week CRC webinar recently, Mr Jones said that companies should look to make as much savings as possible when it comes to energy output and that winter is as good a time as any.

Many firms find that winter is a tough time for all manner of bills and Mr Jones urged businesses to consider what savings they can make over the colder months.

Mr Jones said: "In terms of short-term actions, this really is an excellent opportunity to look at quick wins - particularly around behavioural change and aspects of energy efficiency. Those can be acted upon over the winter at a time when bills are higher."

The Carbon Trust is a not-for-profit company providing specialist support to help business and the public sector boost business returns by cutting carbon emissions.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printing Giants Join To Encourage Responsible Ink Use

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:59:32 +0000

Five of the largest printing powerhouses in the world, Brother, Canon, Dell, Epson and Lexmark, have joined forces to create Singapore's first-ever toner and ink cartridges recycling initiative, Project Homecoming.

The initiative is aimed at encouraging both community awareness and also environmental responsibility among the Singapore people. This will be carried out by introducing convenient cartridge recycling as well as increased education.

With support from the National Environment Agency and the National Library Board, the initiative could have a big effect on the levels of energy savings made by printers in the country.

Andrew Koh, lead spokesperson for Project Homecoming, said: "We aim to bring greater convenience to the public who are keen on making a personal contribution to recycling efforts across the island, and are proud to be working together as a team to jointly fund and promote the culture of recycling in Singapore."

It is hoped that should the venture prove a success, then similar ink cartridges initiatives could be carried out around the world.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Customer Feedback November 2011

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:12:40 +0000

Customer Feedback November 2011

We now have all our reviews at reviewcentre.com however we will publish monthly customer feedback on internet-ink as well. Check out what you the customers are saying about the website and products.

Have over the years dealt with this company and have classed them with a 5 star rating. I have 4 printers and having bought a new one, which is new out, this compnay keeps up with the trend and supplies the replaceable ink for this printer. I am needing a full set of ink for 2 of my printer and without hesitation, logged on and purchased them from this company. Thank you for the service given over the years.

Having tried a few previous sources I came across interner-ink by chance and am delighted I did. The quality of the ink is superior to other companies and they do what the web site says. Highly recommended.

I highly recomend this site to buy your inks ... ive tried 2 or 3 others months ago but the service - quality & service at Internet Ink is awesome ... just bought some more and will be back again for more , happy customer :).

How can I say it? The prices here were less than anywhere else I looked. The website was well designed and quite clear. not a work of art, but properly functional. Not only this, I could get a clear price, and when checking out, there was a free postage option as well.

Been using this service for a couple of years now just bought a new printer and the ink is half price for more ink excellent service.

Website is excellent, well laid out and very easy to find the right ink for your printer. Prices are extremely good, the cheapest that I can find around plus you get 10% off every order after your first order.

The ink cartridges are just as good as epson and contain much more ink.The prices are unbeatable and delivery is so very quick. I do not go anywhere else for ink.

I've bought cartridges for three different printers from Internet Ink over the years and have never had a problem, they usually arrive before I expect them AND I get a discount on my next order - just the kind of reliability I need.

Over the years, after having tried other suppliers, I find that none of them remotely compare with the standard of service and delivery supplied by Internet-Ink. I submitted my order on Thursday evening and it arrived on Saturday. Brilliant service. This is the third time I have purchased goods from Internet-Ink and will continue to do so in future.Great value for money.

Very simply, the cartridges are always quick to arrive, no frills packaging and work first time. Price is competitive and ordering easy.

Have used this company regularly and found the product to be first class for all work including professional photograph reproduction at Pro Gloss level. The service has always been extremely prompt with some next day deliveries if ordered early enough. The emails sent are clear and helpful and I have no hesitation in recommending Internet-ink for their efficient courteous and reliable service at all times.

I've always been pleased to experience an efficient and reliable service and I've been able to rely on this several times when I have ordered rather late for my own purposes. Over several years, I've found no problems with the inks compared to original manufacturer's; on the contrary, I've felt I could actually afford to use my photo printer without fearing the cost. Excellent!

I found the web-site user friendly and found the products I wanted quickly. The order literally came to me the next working day - far quicker than I was expecting. Product exactly as described. I will be recommending to family and friends.

Would recommend your prompt and excellent service to anyone family or friends. I have used your service a few times now and will continue to do so n the future. Keep up the good work Regards Des Haynes.

Delivered within 36 hrs of ordering. Good value made even better by easy to use loyalty discount. Excellent service.

Having now got around to using the cartridges purchased earlier in the year, they are excellent. Colour reproduction on my Photosmart printer is as good as HP original cartridges. Have now ordered more.

First time Ive used any Internet service to buy ink. Wish Id found this firm years ago! Ive now printed out some 10x8 pics of my Granddaughters wedding . . looking Great!!!! Excellent service too, paid the extra for 'next day' spot on! Would recomend to anyone looking for printer refills . . Thanks For The Service Next Order will be for more gloss paper . . . Regards John Carlisle.

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Dell 3130CN Printer Toner Cartridges Available

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:04:34 +0000

The Dell 3130CN printer is a high quality home and office printer made using Dell technology. Here at Internet-ink there is original and compatible toner cartridges in both standard and high capacity depending on your printing needs. The 3130CN printer produces professional quality documents and manintains the speed needed with up to 25ppm in colour and 30ppm in black. The Dell Colour Laser Printer 3130cn gives you the best of both worlds: fast, high-quality black and white printing and clear, vibrant colour printing.

John James

Brother Adds To Ink Based Energy Savings

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:03:00 +0000

Ink company Brother has released a series of printers aimed at adding to the efficiency savings already available with printer ink cartridges through a variety of green features.

Known as the Brother compact MFC series, features within the new arm of the Brother family include a multi-task option, the chance to save paper with automatic duplex printing and the availability for connections to multiple users with a wireless network.

This will not only streamline the printing process itself, it will also improve the levels of efficiency and waste when it comes to equipment costs and outlay.

Ms Kelly Wilson, brand and marketing manager at Brother International Australia, claims that the printers are designed to be as efficient as possible for homes and offices alike.

Ms Wilson said: "With the innovative Web Connect Cloud Printing function introduced in selected models of this series, Brother is constantly improving and introducing new technology into our products to enable consumers to experience convenience and efficiency anywhere."

The company also carries out Brother Earth, which is Brother’s commitment to play a part in building a society with better sustainable development.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Dry Ink Created By US Researchers

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:15:29 +0000

A revolutionary new 'dry ink' has been invented by researchers from the American Chemical Society (ACS) which is being hailed as a real step forward in improving the efficiency of ink cartridges.

According to the ACS, the new ink will produce high-quality, sharp colour images at a more economical rate. This will then lead to a cut in electricity by up to 30 per cent and reduces the amount of emissions produced.

Not only have the society released the printer ink but they have also released a video which aims to show the process they underwent.

ACS president Nancy B. Jackson, Ph.D, said: "The Prized Science videos strive to give people with no special scientific knowledge the chance to discover the chemistry behind the American Chemical Society's national awards and see how it improves and transforms our daily lives."

The new type of dry ink has the appearance of a powder but is said to be just as professional when it comes to printing as traditional inks.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Christmas Gift Ideas

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:30:30 +0000

Christmas is an extremely busy time for everyone and Christmas shopping is one of the main chores before Christmas even begins.

Internet-ink.co.uk is here to help, with a selection of our products from little stocking fillers, pens and writing equipment, journals, gadgets and gifts and paper for printing all those Christmas cards and letters, you can get them delivered to your door all from the same place. Sounds too easy?! well it's really that easy.

Check out our Christmas Gift Ideas Store for your help Christmas shopping. You even get a chance to win a fabulous prize wth every order worth £2500.

John James

Brother Welcomes New Ink Experts To The Family

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:03:26 +0000

Heavyweight printing firm Brother has announced a number of additions to its team in order to help its progression as a top manufacturer of printers and ink cartridges.

As part of a reshuffle, the firm has taken on Cathy Ellis and Rick Wallis who between them have over 42 years within the printing industry in a variety of roles and companies.

It is hoped that the reshuffle will allow Brother to capitalise on future products and continue at the top of the print game.

Phil Jones, sales and marketing director for Brother UK, said: "The expansion of our sales team and the creation of the new job roles means that we can continue to exploit profitable areas of the print market by targeting key customer groups taken from our industry insight and expertise."

Between them, the two new recruits have previously worked at Lexmark and Dell.

Posted by Anya Hawke.

Ink Heavyweights HP Dampen Fire Fears

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:48:53 +0000

Hewlett Packard (HP), the well-renowned printer and ink cartridge manufacturer, has been forced to dampen fears that its printers could be set on fire remotely by hackers.

Researchers from Columbia University in New York have claimed that they had discovered a flaw in one of the company's older printers which caused it to overheat. However HP has moved quickly to deny the notion.

The company has stated that there is no chance that the printers could essentially be blown up by hackers, causing a danger to users of the printers.

In a statement, the company said: "There has been sensational and inaccurate reporting regarding a potential security vulnerability with some HP LaserJet printers.

"No customer has reported unauthorised access. Speculation regarding potential for devices to catch fire due to a firmware change is false."

It had been suggested that HP printers made before 2009 may have been targeted as they didn't verify firmware updates.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Brother Launches Printers And New Augmented Reality Service

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:33:55 +0000

Printer and ink cartridge manufacturer Brother has announced a series of printers which will be released into the market during a launch at The Armani Ballroom in Dubai.

Yuji Furukawa, representative director and senior managing executive officer at Brother, was the guest of honour at the evening's event and was also flanked by other senior members of the company.

The event saw the launch of a variety of A3 and A4 printers including the MFC -J6510DW (A3), MFC-J6910DW (A3), MFC–J430W (A4), MFC–J625DW (A4) and the MFC–J825DW (A4).

As well as launching these products, Brother also used the event to announce Brother AR, the company's upcoming augmented reality (AR) service.

Mr Furukawa said: "As a famous saying goes, 'You don't just sell a machine, but a concept.' Brother, with its rich experience and pioneering history, could not have achieved all this success without our partners and the millions of Brother end-users, who are not only from this region but from across the world."

The new AR application is specially designed so customers can experience printers at a more interactive level.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Sawgrass Releases New Ink Technology For Epson WorkForce Printers

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:05:49 +0000

A world leader in the development of profitable solutions for digitally printed consumer products has unveiled its own SubliJet IQ sublimation ink system to help add to efficiency savings available with recyclable toner cartridges.

Sawgrass Technologies Consumer Division has unveiled the system to be used with the Epson WorkForce 1100 printer and it allows user to expand business offerings and make more money with sublimation printing.

As well as being the industry's first entry-level, wide format, sublimation printing solution, the new system also allows many products to be manufactured easily including plaques, awards and promotional products.

Mike McEvoy, director of marketing communications for Sawgrass Technologies, said: "With its low-cost CMYK configuration, bulk ink system, and media handling up to 13-by-19 inches, the WorkForce 1100 SubliJet IQ provides customers with a very affordable wide-format desktop solution."

The product is to be backed-up by Sawgrass' comprehensive PartnersPlus support programme which offers assistance through a variety of means.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Canon Aims To Help University Increase Efficiency

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:50:45 +0000

An assessment carried out by printer and ink cartridges developer Canon has found that setting printers to duplex mode can make massive inroads into helping the environment.

An assessment carried out by Canon on printers at Arizona State University (ASU) during 2011 found that the environmental savings from duplex printing saved over 725 trees. On top of this it also managed to save 2.34 million litres of water and lowered carbon emissions by more than 74 metric tons.

ASU currently has a partnership with Canon which aims to help the university achieve a Sustainable Digital University standard.

Ray Jensen, associate vice president of University Business Services at ASU, said: "We are grateful to have the support of the Canon team to help move ASU closer to our 2025 carbon-neutrality goal. In one year, we were able to take 584 printers offline across ASU, and increase the number of devices supporting duplex printing."

To help ASU achieve this, the Canon team regularly conducts site evaluations and makes efficient equipment recommendations.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Remote Printing Options A Breath Of Fresh Air To App Users

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:55:18 +0000

Customer-printing innovator EFI has announced a deal with mobile app creators Breezy which could lead to an increased number of app users printing remotely via EFI's PrintMe technology.

PrintMe offers users the chance to print remotely when away from the home or office and adds to the efficiency and cost-savings that many firms already achieve by using recyclable ink cartridges.

Now users of BlackBerry and iPhone smartphones as well as iPads will be able to print and fax documents from their devices to mobile printers across the U.S.

Jared Hansen, Breezy's chief executive, said: "We're very pleased to be partnering with EFI, a well known leader in the printing industry.

"As the professional world continues to move towards mobile devices, this relationship enhances our suite of mobile printing applications by improving the size and reach of the Breezy Partner Network."

Breezy is an Oakland-based firm which was started back in 2010 and is focused on productivity software for users of mobile devices.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Indian Print Forum Sees Reaffirmed Commitment To The Printing Industry

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:53:03 +0000

The All India Print-tech Professionals Forum (AIPPF) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting manufacturers of printers and print products such as ink cartridges at a recent seminar in Kolkata.

In the seminar, held jointly with Dainippon Ink and Chemicals, the AIPPF stated that it was to extend advisory services, technical assistance and staff development within company workforces across the country.

This is planned to take place by way of awareness programmes on modern technology for technicians within many of the nation's printing establishments.

AIPPF president Sukamal Adhikari is quoted by the Times of India as saying: "The Indian printing industry has grown over the years and has contributed substantially to the economy. With the growth rate at 12.5 per cent per annum, it makes a significant contribution to trade, commerce and industry."

The AIPPF is currently making efforts to collaborate with the Indian government's training programmes through the public private partnership model.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Announces Extra-efficient LaserJet Printers

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:40:06 +0000

Printing giant HP has announced a range of monochrome and colour LaserJet single function and all-in-one printers which will aim to add to the efficiency already achievable by using recyclable ink cartridges.

The new printers are fitted with HP Smart Web Printing technology which will see a reduction in paper wastage by more accurate scaling between web and print documents. As well as this technology, the new printers also have a higher print speed than previous printers for greater efficiency.

The printers are aimed at both small office home office (SOHO) environments as well as offices of small to medium sized businesses (SMBs).

Nitin Hiranandani, director of HP LaserJet Enterprise Solutions, told India Info Online: “Our new range of monochrome and colour LaserJet printers embodies HP’s commitment to innovation and a greener environment. These are affordable, space and cost-saving devices that are specifically designed for SOHOs and SMB customers.

The new printers were announced by Hewlett Packard India today.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Government Agencies Found To Be Overpaying For Toner Cartridges

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:44:56 +0000

Government departments and agencies in Australia have been discovered to be paying way over the odds for toner cartridges over the past three years, ABC News reports.

Australia’s Corruption and Crime Commission (CCC) found that several local government agencies have contributed to a total of $415,000 in overpay for the past three years. It is believed that public officers were given gifts from a company who sold the cartridges.

It is believed that agents selling the toner would use aggressive practices and offer gifts to encourage agencies to buy more than what was needed.

While the report did not name specific companies, government agencies or individuals as the practice was so widespread but a report has been carried out to investigate.

Seven recommendations have been provided by the CCC which will aim to advise government agencies on how to tighten up their gift and procurement policies so that nothing like this happens in future.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

RYA Boat Training Courses

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:40:27 +0000

The RYA powerboat training course scheme offers a structured stepping stone for the very beginner to the budding professional skipper. Each of the following courses can be run with up to 3 students per instructor, so we offer a discount on the single prices below for groups of 3.

Course Title Difficulty Price

RYA Powerboat Level 1 Course		£129
RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course		£249
RYA Powerboat Intermediate Course		£269
RYA Powerboat Advanced Course		£299
RYA PWC JetSki Course		£199

The RYA motor cruising training course scheme offers a structured stepping stone for the very beginner to the budding professional skipper. Many of the following courses can be run with up to 3 students per instructor, so we offer a discount on the single prices below for groups of 3.

Course Title Difficulty Price

RYA Motor Cruising Helmsman		£495
RYA Motor Cruising Day Skipper		£870
RYA Motor Cruising Coastal Skipper		£1200
RYA Motor Cruising Yachtmaster Prep		£1200

The RYA offers several theory courses that will assist your daily boating life including dealing with emergency situations via the first aid & sea survival courses.

By improving your navigation skills you will make longer passages a joy not a burden. Do remember that most boating is for fun, so a high skill level gives you that confidence to enjoy your time at sea.

We feel that the RYA VHF radio course is an absolute must for all but the very occasional boat users. Our Lymington classroom is the finest VHF teaching space in the UK, a bold boast, so come a see.

Course Title Difficulty Price

RYA VHF Radio		£129
RYA Sea Survival		£249
RYA First Aid		£269
RYA Day Skipper Theory		£299
RYA Coastal Skipper Theory		£199
RYA Yacht Master Theory		£199

Printer Hardware Centralisation Can Boost Efficiency

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 09:06:21 +0000

The benefits that organisations can realise by centralising their printer hardware and toner cartridges is being explored as part of a new scheme at Colorado State University.

At present, students print more than 60,000 documents per day, which is a lot of ink cartridges, but a new system that is being considered could see an opt-in centralised system being run on campus, the Rocky Mountain Collegian.

Each college would no longer function independently and people would no longer need to visit computer labs to print, instead using specialised printer ink kiosks around campus.

A per-page fee has also been proposed in order to reduce the number of excessive print jobs being performed, which is hoped to reduce both printer ink and paper costs.

David Thilmany, representative for the College of Liberal Arts on the College Information Technology Administrators Council, which is pursuing the change, has reassured students that the changes will be gradual.

He said: "On the technical end of things, it’s definitely possible to work towards that end, if that’s what students want to do."

Tim Tierney, councillor and chair of the Beacon Hill-Cyrville information technology subcommittee, recently told the Ottawa Citizen that new software has been keeping track of the council's print efficiency and is designed to drive down the authority's impact on the environment.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Printer Ink Can Make A Thoughtful Christmas Gift

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:23:26 +0000

A leading columnist has picked out printer ink as an unusual but thoughtful gift that people should consider giving this Christmas.

Heather Larson, writing for Fox Business, has suggested that those who have recently lost their jobs might be less interested in traditional luxury item gifts.

Instead, she suggested that buying them practical aides that could help them in their search for work might be a more thoughtful gift this Christmas.

She highlighted printer ink, software and computer access as crucial tools that many of those who have recently been made redundant cannot afford.

Other ideas Ms Larson highlights include membership in a trade or community organisation like the chamber of commerce that could help the recipient to network and make new contacts in their field of work.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Cloud Software Could Make Printer Use Easier

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:21:13 +0000

A new piece of cloud software could make it easier for printer ink users to connect their hardware with a computer network, an expert has suggested.

MoneyWatch's Dave Johnson, writing for CBS, has claimed that printers have remained one of those technologies that have remained complicated and difficult for many people to use.

He highlighted problems dealing with cables, toner and remembering to refill ink cartridges as minor compared to the major barrier he identifies – networking.

Mr Johnson describes setting up printers as one of the last "black magics" of the IT industry but that the growth of software such as Google's Clod Print means that it has become far easier to hook up a number of different machines to the printer.

He said: "They can print using the Print button on the Cloud Print site -- just click it and upload the document or file they want to print."

CTV News recently suggested that other aspects that could inform buyers decisions on which printers to buy could be the efficiency of ink cartridges, as these are a major factor in running costs and ease of use.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Efficient Printers Announced To Compliment Ink Cartridge Savings

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:19:18 +0000

A leading 3D printing company has announced it is to demonstrate its latest series of efficient printing products, to compliment existing recyclable ink cartridges, at a forthcoming event in Frankfurt.

EuroMold 2011 will see TierTime Beijing unveil a number of cutting-edge 3d printers as well as its new slicing software, 'Model Wizard'. The printers will be available for business and commercial use while the company will also introduce promotions for the devices.

Despite TierTime being a well-rewned firm within China, this will be the first time they have appeared at EuroMold and they will be looking to make a big impression with their products.

Joseph Guo, director of international sales and marketing at TierTime, said: "Euromold is the best opportunity for Tiertime to show Tiertime's commitment to easing the adoption barrier of 3D printing for all industries."

TierTime is specialised not only in manufacturing rapid prototyping machines but also 3D printers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Cartridges Sales Boosted In The UK

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:04:18 +0000

The amount of ink cartridges recycling in the UK will have enjoyed a major boost over the past quarter thanks to increased printer sales.

Statistics from IT research firm Context have shown that sales of printers in the UK grew six per cent in the third quarter of 2011 in comparison to the same period in the year before.

The rise is in contrast to the decline in printer sales witnessed across other parts of Europe. HP remained top of the tree, being the leading vendor in the quarter and accounted for 44.4 per cent of total inkjet and laser printers sold across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Jeremy Davies, co-founder and chief executive at Context, said: "In western Europe, the effects of the economic slowdown were felt by those countries most affected, especially Greece, where printer sales fell 35.1 per cent in Q3 2011 compared with last year, with sales down 6.1 per cent in Spain."

Canon was the second-biggest supplier, with a 21.4 per cent market share of unit sales, up from 19.1 per cent a year ago.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Two Samsung Printers Add To Environmental Benefits Of Ink Cartridge Recycling

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:01:33 +0000

Offices and individuals looking to add to environmental savings made when recycling ink cartridges should consider investing in two Samsung printers after they performed well in environmental tests.

Samsung's ML-2955DW and SCX-4729FW printer models were awarded 4.5 environmental ratings for performance by the independent Buyers Laboratory Inc (BLI).

The devices were given the award partly because they future double-sided printing capabilities as well as a Toner Save setting which helps reduce the amount of toner cartridges required.

As well as this feature, the products are also equipped with an Eco Mode function in order to reduce paper consumption.

Dion Smith, general manager of Samsung's UK print division, said: "The results from these BLI tests prove Samsung’s ability to develop cutting-edge technologies that minimise impact on the environment.

"Eco-friendly function, quality and design are a key part of our product development process in order to deliver devices that are better for consumers, businesses and the planet."

BLI is the leading independent office-equipment testing lab and it publishes comprehensive and accurate test reports based around hands-on testing.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Samsung Announces Printer Efficiency Measures To Complement Potential Ink Savings

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:38:51 +0000

Printer company Samsung has announced two new printer models will be targeted at small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in order to help add to savings made possible by recycling ink cartridges.

The SCX-4729FD multi-functional mono laser printer and the ML-2955ND mono laser printer will both be targeted at SMEs with the aim of increasing efficiency and cutting costs.

This will be achieved via increased printing speed, faster CPUs and higher memory allowances while SME owners will still be able to use cheaper, recycled cartridges.

General manager of the IT sales group at Samsung Gulf Electronics, Raj Varma, told AMEinfo.com: "Samsung recognizes the unique needs of small and medium business users in the Gulf and is committed to providing the most cost-efficient and eco-friendly business solutions on the market."

Both printers also include a Samsung Eco Button and an Eco Driver that allow for last minute changes to cartridge use and avoid wastage.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

New Ink Allows For Non-porous Printing

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:59:27 +0000

A new form of ink that enables printing to take place on non-porous surfaces has been incorporated into new Wolke thermal inkjet printers.

The solvent-based ink is reported to offer extensive quality even when it comes to printing small characters and will be made available exclusively through Sunala for the UK's pharmaceutical market.

Sunala is able to offer a special traversing unit which, coupled with the ink's integration with Wolke’s top selling m600 advanced thermal inkjet printer, means that the ink can be put to truly effective use.

The m600 printer features a HP ink cartridge system which contains both the ink and the print head meaning that the key elements of the printing system are replaced at the same time.

Alan Turner, Sunala's managing director, said: "We are very excited by this latest development in the continuing success of the Wolke m600 thermal inkjet printer.

"Pharmaceutical manufacturers can now enjoy the benefits of mess free high quality codes for their blister packs."

The Wolke m600 can operate up to four print heads, each with a print height of 12.7mm, giving a possible total height of 50.8mm.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Inkjet And Laser Printers Bbenefit Different User Types

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:36:06 +0000

Printer ink shoppers trying to choose between inkjet and laser printers have a number of different features they need to take into account, it has been claimed.

PC Advisor has highlighted the fact that most people replacing their existing hardware will need to choose between these two major models.

It highlighted the fact that the most suitable choice will depend on the type of print job that will be most commonly performed, as each of these two types has major benefits.

Inkjet printers are the obvious choice for those buyers looking to produce colour documents that include images and prioritising flexibility.

In contrast, laser printers are better for large volume print jobs dealing with documents that typically contain a lot of text.

Earlier this month, HP announced that it was launching a new range of printers that are designed to appeal to people looking to buy Christmas gifts this season.

Its HP Envy 110 e-All-in-One printer and HP Officejet Pro Series have been designed for the home office user and boast a combination of both of these printer types.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Releases Colorio E820 Portable Printer

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:27:40 +0000

A new portable printer released by Epson could interest printer ink shoppers looking to transport their hardware with them.

Marine Goy, writing for Digital Versus, has claimed that the Epson Colorio E820 is a novel approach to printer design that could intrigue those who have to produce documents on the move.

She said that the device "looks like a cross between a BBC Micro and a microwave oven" but makes up for its retro appearance with functionality.

The device is compatible with both the Mac OS X and PC computers and is also able to accept documents through USB, xD and MS Pro without needing to be connected with a computer.

It comes with a handle, remote control and portable wireless keyboard allowing it to be transported easily and measures 23.5cm x 15.8cm x 19.2cm.

HP recently announced that it is launching a range of new printers and ink cartridges for customers in the run up to Christmas.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Cost Of Ink Cartridges Key Consideration When Printer Shopping

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:18:33 +0000

Those struggling to choose a new printer should consider a number of important factors, including the cost per page – which is partly determined by the price of ink cartridges.

Marine Goy, writing for Digital Versus, has highlighted some of the key things prospective buyers should watch out for when shopping for this type of hardware.

She said that other key elements include the speed of printing, which should be checked for both black and white and colour print jobs, and the quality of the documents.

The hardware and design of the printer are also important and buyers should check the features that the device comes with, the connectivity options and whether there are extras such as memory card readers of built-in memory.

HP recently announced the launch of a range of new hardware options for Christmas, including its new ENVy110 e-All-in-One printer, which features HP ePrint technology, and the HP Officejet Pro e-All-in-One 8600 Series.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP Launches New Envy 110 And Officejet 8600 Series Of Printers For Christmas

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:09:39 +0000

Printer ink company HP has announced the launch of a range of printers and printer ink for customers looking to buy gifts this Christmas.

Its new releases have been designed to look stylish in almost any home and a range are available that are suited to almost any taste or budget.

Among the top pieces of hardware due to be released is the HP Envy 110 e-All-in-One printer, which has been designed to be a sleek and fashionable addition to any room.

"The web-connected printer includes HP ePrint technology, which enables users to print from virtually anywhere," the company claimed.

For business users, there is also the release of the HP Officejet Pro e-All-in-One 8600 Series, which is designed for both commercial organisations and home office use.

The hardware and its ink cartridges are designed to provide professional-quality colour images at a much lower cost than laser printers.

Canon has also released a number of new models for the festive season, including the Pixma inkjet printers, which promise to provide flexibility to end users.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Digitisation To Affect Printer Ink Industry

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:17:24 +0000

The printer ink industry is likely to be changed by digitisation, it has been suggested.

Dr Mark Bohan, vice-president of technology and research at the Printing Industries of America, said the way in which information is communicated is changing.

"Certain products are going to move from printing to other areas and that's fine. It may well be the most effective way of doing it and we have no problem with what's going on," he stated.

Dr Bohan suggested that new printing opportunities will be created through the merging of content, including colour and data.

"There are many studies that have shown that a combination of the multimedia and the print provides a much better return on your investment," he said.

According to the British Printing Industries Federation, the UK ink cartridges industry enjoyed a more profitable quarter between July and September 2011.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

17 New Canon Printers Offer Flexibility To End Users

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:39:36 +0000

Canon's new range of Pixma inkjet printers offer a great deal of flexibility to end users, it has been claimed.

Writing for the Sun Daily, Chan Soo Wah explained that the 17-strong range offers solutions for consumers and businesses of all sizes.

He explained that printer ink manufacturer Canon has designed the new imageClass multifunction printers "with printing convenience, cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency in mind". The printers have a range of energy-efficient features which can help keep costs low, Mr Chan noted.

On-demand fixing technology, all-in-one toner cartridge and many additional software suites are also on offer, delivering high-performance scanning, copying and printing for business owners, he said.

"The energy-efficient i-SENSYS MF3010 offers best features and price points, while the MF5980dw incorporates Canon’s SEND technology as well as the Canon UFR II LT which accelerates document processing and printing," Mr Chan added.

"Meanwhile, the eight new Pixma printers launched include the Pixma all-in-one E500 ink-save model, the ultra-sleek and user-friendly AIO MG8270, MG6270, MG5370 and MG4170, and the competitively-priced Pixma MG3170, MG2170 and 0 iP4970 models."

One of the most attractive features of the printer range is a 'quiet' mode, which softens operating noises to deliver a more pleasant working environment, he said.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ink Cartridge Efficiency Helps Guide Printer Choices

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:12:46 +0000

Businesses may be able to save money by thinking about ink cartridge efficiency, it has been suggested.

According to CTV News, companies should recognise that some printers cost much more to use than others – and ink cartridges normally account for much of the cost. The news provider explained that speed of printing, quality and ink consumption "varies wildly" from printer to printer.

As such, businesses should establish before they invest what their main priority is. If they are cost focused, ink cartridges efficiency is sure to be one of the principle concerns.

"Aside from how much ink your machine uses, testers say it's also handy to get a printer that has a network connection," CTV News stated. This means office workers can print from across the room or even from another floor within the same building.

In a recent study conducted by PC Advisor, 49 per cent of home office workers said they favour inkjet printers over the various alternatives.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Canon PGI-29 Ink Series For Pixma Pro-1 Now Available

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:25:33 +0000

The Canon PGI-29 printer ink cartridges are now available at Internet-ink! The Canon PGI-29 is a series of 12 individual ink cartridges that are compatible with the Canon Pixma Pro-1 inkjet printer.

The Canon PGI-29 series combines the 12 ink cartridges to expand the available colour gamut to produce full high-quality, amazingly accurate production photo prints. The Canon PGI29 series features a new Chroma Optimiser for perfectly uniform glossiness and crisp, sharp blacks.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Printer Ink Reviews: Kodak HERO 9 1 Offers Wide Connectivity

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 09:53:14 +0000

The best feature of the Kodak HERO 9.1 All-in-One printer is its wide range of connectivity, ink cartridge users have been told.

Reviewing the manufacturer's latest release, Cartridge News explained that customers can connect to the printer via a USB device, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Google Cloud Print, Kodak E-mail Print, Pic Flick and PictBridge.

Memory cards can also be used to connect to the Kodak HERO 9.1 All-in-One, the news provider explained.

"While it may not be a saviour, the Kodak HERO 9.1 is an inkjet all-in-one that prints, scans, copies and faxes," Cartridge News said.

"There's also auto-duplexing, a 30-sheet ADF, and a 4.3" colour LCD touchscreen for hands-on operation."

The news provider suggested that the inkjet printer is "an affordable option" for the majority of homes and small businesses.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Software Pilot Aims To Reduce Paper And Ink Consumption

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:15:38 +0000

New technology developments in the printer ink sector are helping end users to reduce their impact on the environment, it has been claimed.

Councillor Tim Tierney, chair of the Beacon Hill-Cyrville council's information technology subcommittee, explained that new software is helping to increase print efficiency.

It can help public bodies track city reports, documentation presented at meetings and voting records, he told the Ottawa Citizen.

This means the amount of paper being printed by local authorities can be reduced, and they will spend less on ink cartridges as a result.

"What we're really trying to do is move city council into the next century. The days of pad and paper are going to hopefully be behind us," Mr Tierney stated.

He explained that the technology subcommittee would be running a pilot scheme to test the application of the new software.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Nearly Half Of Home Office Workers Prefer Inkjet Printers

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 09:10:52 +0000

Nearly half of people who work from home prefer inkjet printers, according to a new poll.

PC Advisor asked its readers which type of printing device they would prefer to use in their home office – with 49 per cent of respondents going for the inkjet ink. The second most popular printer was the laser printer, with 31 per cent of the votes.

Some 14 per cent of respondents said they have both inkjet and laser printers in their home workspace. Just two per cent of respondents said they do not have a printer at home for work use – highlighting how important printers are to working life.

PC Advisor said the fact inkjet printers emerged as the most popular home printing device wasn't all that surprising. The magazine highlighted how versatile inkjets are – allowing households and small firms to print a large variety of content.

While there is a perception that inkjets carry high ink cartridges costs, PC Advisor said this isn't the case with top-quality equipment. "Good-quality modern inkjets enjoy lower ink costs and better efficiencies," it said.

"Some even have discrete toner cartridges - so if one runs out you don't have to replace them all."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

HP Photosmart Plus B210a Review

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:27:12 +0000

Reviews website TrustedReviews has reviewed the popular HP Photosmart Plus B210a all-in-one inkjet printer, saying that "It has many of the features you would only expect in a more pricey machine".

The B210a is completely encased in black with a 89mm touchscreen prominent on its front. The screen is quick and accurate, with the ability to download web applications to enhance your productivity.

Like the rest of the current HP Photosmart B Series printers, the HP B210a uses four HP 364 ink cartridges, that are simple to install into the printer's head carrier.

HP rates the Photosmart Plus B210a at 8.4ppm printing black and 7.5ppm printing colour. TrustedReviews states that the "colour graphics are intense and arresting, showing very few signs of dot patterns or banding."

Posted by Anya Hawke.

Brits To Shop Online For Ink Cartridges This Year

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 09:25:42 +0000

Many Brits will be heading online to shop for printer ink and toner cartridges this year, new research suggests.

According to comparison website Kelkoo, more than 25 per cent of seasonal shopping will take place online this Christmas, Internet Retailing reported.

Its study found that Britons will spend more on gifts than those in other European countries, spending an average of £437 per household.

Overall, UK shoppers will spend more than £13 billion online in total, as they head online to search for Xmas pressies, gadgets and ink cartridges.

Chris Simpson, chief marketing officer at Kelkoo, was quoted as saying: “In spite of public spending cuts across the UK and the rest of Europe, the research suggests that overall household budgets will grow by one per cent this Christmas in the UK compared to last year and online spending will continue to thrive, playing a key role in propping up overall retail growth."

According to Nathan Emberton from ComputerHope.com, consumers can expect to see dozens of new printers and ink cartridges coming onto the market over the coming years, such as 3D printers.

"While most consumers don't need a 3D printer, the concept of a printer capable of printing a physical object always amazes me," Mr Emberton stated.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP At Top In Guide To Greener Eelectronics

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:48:22 +0000

Ink cartridges and printer manufacturer HP has positioned top of November's Guide to Greener Electronics, maintained by Greenpeace. The Greenpeace guide now takes into account energy use, conflict minerals, and green products.

Although HP ranks low on e-waste recycling, its sustainability efforts have helped it rise to the top of the 'green' electronic company charts.

Also in Novembers guide for green electronics, printer ink firm Dell saw the biggest gain, moving eight positions to second place - behind HP. Partly due to Dell's plan to reduce its overall emissions by 2015. HP and Dell pushed Nokia out of first place, a position it has been in since 2008.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Tips For Buying Ink Cartridges Online

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:30:23 +0000

Printers can be cheap – it's just the ink cartridges that can prove expensive.

That's why it's a great idea to purchase your toner cartridges or ink cartridges online.

It makes perfect sense – you're bound to save money when compared to shopping on the high street and you don't have to stand around in frustrating queues, ordering your ink cartridges from the comfort of home.

But do a search on Google for ink cartridges and you hit a minefield. It can be difficult to find exactly what you're looking for, so here's some tips for buying ink and toner online.

Compare
Don't just buy ink cartridges from the first place you come to – take a look around the world wide web. You'll find plenty of cheap deals on toner cartridges if you're prepared to dig a little deeper than usual.

Trust
Make sure you buy your products from a reputable website – there's a lot of dodgy site out there on the web. Trust your instincts – you'll know a genuine site when you see one, and it's likely to feature top brands, like Dell, Hewlett-Packard, Epson and Canon.

Promo codes
Voucher codes are everywhere these days – there are bound to be some for printer ink purchases. Get hold of a discount code and save yourself a pretty penny.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Dell Compatible 21 22 23 24 Ink Cartridges Available At Internet-ink

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:21:03 +0000

The new Dell series 21, 22, 23 and 24 compatible ink cartridges are now available at Internet-ink. The Dell compatibles offer an alternative to using the Dell original ink cartridges offering saving whilst maintaining quality.

The new dell cartridges are:

Dell 21 Compatible Black Ink Cartridge
Dell 21 Compatible Colour Ink Cartridge

Dell 22 Compatible High Capacity Colour Ink Cartridge
Dell 22 Compatible High Capacity Black Ink Cartridge

Dell 23 Compatible High Capacity Colour Ink Cartridge
Dell 23 Compatible High Capacity Black Ink Cartridge

Dell 24 Compatible Black High Capacity Ink Cartridge
Dell 24 Compatible Colour High Capacity Ink Cartridge

Here at Internet-ink we continue to offer the best of the original and compatible ink cartridges on offer. Keep an eye on the website for all our new offers and don't forget our 10% discount on all future ink cartridge orders with every order.

Fax Still Popular Among UK Small Firms

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:24:42 +0000

New research shows the fax machine is still popular among the UK's small business community, just like other traditional office staples such as printers and ink and toner cartridges.

Research by chip maker Intel found that the fax machine – which came to prominence in the early 1980s – is used on a daily basis by 40.5 per cent of IT users.

The study suggests while there are a plethora of technologies that allow firms to send documents quickly and electronically, many of them aren't being put in use by small firms.

Despite the perceived popularity of tablets, Intel's survey found they are currently used for work purposes by just 1.4 per cent of IT users. A laptop is used by 36.4 per cent and a smartphone by 16.2 per cent of IT users.

If it's easy to send a fax or print a document using ink cartridges, perhaps it's a case of 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' for the UK's small businesses.

But Intel said small companies were put off adopting new technologies such as tablets and cloud computing because of a lack of financial and human resources.

Graham Palmer, managing director of Intel UK, said: "It's clear that as SMEs tighten their purse strings, buying new technologies falls to the bottom of the list of priorities.

"Yet, it's important that IT decision makers weigh the advantages, such as the increased efficiency and flexibility delivered by mobile devices, against the cost."

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP Deskjet 3050A All-in-one Printer Review

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:46:01 +0000

Technology review website CNet says that although the HP Deskjet 3050A is limited by its two-cartridge design, the 3050A is built for productivity and wireless networking, as well as connectivity with HPs ePrint remote printing service.

"The Deskjet 3050A's natural, flowing curvature appears to draw inspiration from the aesthetic principles of mid-20th-century furniture designers." CNet reviewer Justin Yu states. The HP Deskjet 3050A also features a pop-up 2 inch LCD screen from which the user can control all the functionality of the printer.

The HP Deskjet 3050A is slightly faster than the average competition in its budget price range, but print quality suffers as a result of the single colour HP 301 ink cartridge.

Justin Yu concludes with "If you're shopping for an attractive printer for light use around the office or in your home, the HP Deskjet 3050A delivers acceptable quality prints and the convenience of mobile printing using ePrint."

Posted by Anya Hawke

Ink Cartridges Recycling Set To Rise In Oz

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:38:41 +0000

The number of printer ink cartridges recycled in Australia is set to rise next year following the implementation of a new green scheme.

The Sydney Morning Herald reports that the National Television and Computer Product Stewardship Scheme will signal the end of electronic and related products – such as toner cartridges – being sent to landfill.

In 2007 and 2008, around 17 million televisions and computers in Australia reached the end of their useful life, with no formal scheme in place for their recycling.

Under the scheme, free collection points will be set up across the country, making it easy for the public to take along their printer and ink cartridges for recycling.

Leading printer ink manufacturers are supporting the initiative, too.

One such scheme that has already been running for eight years is C4PA, which has already recycled more than 16 million printer ink cartridges.

Lexmark International's marketing manager for Australia and New Zealand, Stephen Bell, told the newspaper: ''The C4PA scheme has been fantastic for our industry.

''It's given us a consistent brand to engage the market with and we've built up a really broad collection network, which is a key component of its success.''

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printers And Ink Should See Kodak Return To Growth

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:05:30 +0000

Kodak's move into the printer and ink cartridges industry could help the manufacturer return to former glories, it has been suggested.

Concerns have been raised over the financial health of the 131-year-old firm, which continued to lose money during the third quarter of the year.

Falling digital camera and film sales saw the firm lose $222 million (£138.7 million) between July and September 2011, causing cash reserves to fall to $862 million.

However, as Ben Dobbin, writing for the Associated Press, explained, there is positivity in the Kodak camp based upon the firm's growing ink and printing arm.

"Since 2005, Kodak has poured hundreds of millions into new lines of inkjet printers that are finally on the verge of turning a profit," he noted.

"Home photo printers, high-speed commercial inkjet presses, workflow software and packaging are viewed as Kodak's new core."

Mr Dobbin explained that revenues from these businesses rose by a combined 13 per cent in the quarter, fuelled by 44 per cent growth in home printers and ink.

"The four businesses remain a bright spot in the company's long and painful drive to recast itself into a reliably profitable player in the turbulent digital-imaging arena," he added.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Designjet L26500 Prints Ink And Laminates At Same Time

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:03:11 +0000

A new HP printer allows users to conduct printing and lamination jobs at the same time, it has been claimed.

Duston Noble, founder of Dallas-based Wrap Experts - and a beta tester of the HP Designjet L26500 Printer – described the printer unit as " a breath of fresh air".

"It allows us to laminate immediately, installing at the same time, and do reprints in real time, increasing our productivity considerably," he explained.

"We want to have the best equipment that makes our job easier and faster, so we love the fact that we can print and laminate jobs all in the same hour if we need to."

The HP Designjet L26500 Printer series can print on a broad range of materials, including eco-solvent compatible media and low-cost uncoated options.

According to the manufacturer, the new device produces 1,200-dpi output with outdoor display permanence of up to three years unlaminated or five years laminated.

The result for end-users is high-quality, long-lasting prints they can be proud of. The HP printer uses HP 792 printer ink cartridges.

Printer ink also dries inside the unit, boosting productivity for double-sided print jobs, and allowing immediate finishing or use.

Posted by Jamie Foster

HP Launches Two New Designjet Inkjet Printers

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 10:46:32 +0000

Printer ink manufacturer HP has introduced two new printers capable of handling a broader range of indoor and outdoor signage applications.

According to the firm, the new units – the HP Designjet L28500 and HP Designjet L26500 – offer better durability than eco-solvent inks.

HP's 104-inch-wide Designjet L28500 Printer delivers speeds up to 70 per cent faster than the HP Designjet L25500.

While the 61-inch HP Designjet L26500 is ideal for customers entering the growing soft-signage market, the manufacturer claimed.

Both systems feature new HP 792 Latex Designjet Inks, which produce rich blacks and glossy results on banners and self-adhesive vinyl.

They offer double-sided printing capabilities with less user intervention and more accurate, automated registration, ink cartridge users will be interested to learn.

HP said its Latex Inks provide a "consistent, reliable performance" across a variety of substrates.

"With about 9,000 HP Latex Ink systems installed worldwide, HP is offering a superior alternative to eco-solvent solutions that delivers the versatility and ease of use our customers demand while lowering their impact on the environment," said Santiago Morera, vice-president and general manager in HP's large-format printing business.

"By allowing customers to cost-effectively print a wide array of new applications and providing the training required to succeed, our updated HP Latex portfolio helps PSPs differentiate their businesses and seize new growth opportunities."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Canon A Leading Managed Print Services Provider

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:50:46 +0000

Ink cartridge manufacturer Canon has been placed in the 2011 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed Print Services.

The ink cartridges firm was named as an industry leader based upon the strength of its managed print services program.

Canon delivers custom document management solutions incorporating the design, technology and support needs of customers around the world.

Placement in the Leader Quadrant reflects the firm's 'ability to execute' and 'completeness of vision' within the global managed print services space.

Junichi Yoshitake, senior vice-president and general manager of the Canon Imaging Systems Group, said the firm was "honoured" to be named as a printing industry leader by Gartner.

"Canon's managed print services offering leverages our robust hardware and solutions portfolio to deliver a comprehensive output management solution," he stated.

With enterprises and government customers seeking to maximise efficiencies and focus on their core areas of expertise, this can be a major asset, Mr Yoshitake added.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printing Industry Expands During Q3

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:49:05 +0000

The UK printing industry enjoyed a more profitable quarter between July and September 2011, boosted by increased service demand.

According to the British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF), greater sales volumes delivered increased profits for the sector.

However, margins were squeezed by rising costs, with higher paper and ink cartridges prices continuing to apply pressure on the industry.

BPIF public affairs advisor Andy Brown said profit improvements were volume-driven during the third quarter of the year.

"But because of the erosions in margin, should those volumes drop the industry will be in a more difficult position than it has been for a long time," he stated.

BPIF research and information manager Kyle Jardine said the third quarter was the fifth out of the past six quarters in which growth has been registered.

"Prospects appear brighter still between now and Christmas, with two-fifths of our survey respondents predicting a pick-up in trade in the final three months of the year, easily offsetting those expecting further slowing," he stated.

Mr Jardine said the fourth quarter is normally a busier period for the printing industry, which may see demand for ink and printer cartridges increase.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

New Printers And Ink Cartridges Continuing To Emerge

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:04:23 +0000

Businesses can expect to see dozens of new printers and ink cartridges reaching the market over the coming years, it has been suggested.

Nathan Emberton, from ComputerHope.com, said the future is bright for the printing industry, as manufacturers continue to innovate.

He explained that 3D printers are currently in development, those which are capable of building third dimensional objects using layering.

"While most consumers don't need a 3D printer, the concept of a printer capable of printing a physical object always amazes me," Mr Emberton stated.

"Earlier this year, a plane was actually made only using objects that were printed from a printer."

He expressed hope that more printers along the lines of the Dell Wasabi Ultramobile will be launched. This unit uses a zero ink technology by printing to ZINK paper.

"This technology works like the original Polaroid cameras by heating up ZINK paper to produce a high-quality picture," Mr Emberton explained.

"In addition to stand-alone printers using this technology, digital cameras such as the Polaroid PoGo also have this technology integrated into the camera."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Firms Can Balance Ink Cartridges And The Environment

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:01:30 +0000

When businesses invest in printers and ink cartridges, the environment may not be their foremost concern.

But according to Dr Mark Bohan, vice-president of technology and research at the Printing Industries of America, buyers will soon be able to balance their printing needs with their carbon footprint.

This is because manufacturers are working on technology which looks to reduce chemistry and power consumption, he explained.

"Last year, we awarded an InterTech [technology award] for a plate processor that had been developed to minimise the impact of the chemistry that is used during printing," Dr Bohan said.

"There are lots of other technologies [such as] the H-UV from Komori this year - a technology that uses specific printer inks and curing technology and significantly reduces power consumption."

User can get a very similar effect to ultraviolet using printing that can be retrofitted, he said.

The PDF/VT could have have a big impact on the ink cartridges and digital print industry.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Customer Feedback October 2011

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:10:46 +0000

Customer Feedback October 2011

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New Canon PG540 And CL541 Ink Cartridges For MG2150 And MG3150

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:46:46 +0000

Now available at Internet-ink is the new original Canon PG-540 and Canon CL-541 printer ink series. Compatible with the new Canon Pixma MG2150 and Canon Pixma MG3150 inkjet printers, the PG540 and CL541 cartridge use ChromeLife 100 ink technology to produce perfect high quality results every time, on any type of paper.

The original Canon PG-540 is a black printer ink cartridge that is also available in a high capacity version, the Canon PG-540XL, which contains over three times as much ink as the standard capacity cartridges. The three-colour Canon CL-541 also has an XL version, the Canon CL-541XL.

The Canon Pixma MG2150 and Canon Pixma MG3150 are compact, stylish all-in-one inkjet printers that offer wi-fi as standard - allowing you to easily print throughout the home or office. The Canon Pixma compact all-in-one printers are ideal for everyday printing, scanning and copying.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Buyers Urged To Select The Right Printer And Ink Cartridges

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:59:50 +0000

Businesses should think carefully about their choice of printer and ink cartridges, as they bid to keep costs to a minimum, it has been suggested.

Writing for eva-news.com, Herbert Mendez said customers should consider the cost of ink cartridges before they select a particular model, as this is where the costs can quickly mount.

He explained that many customers look at the cost in terms of volume per ink, but this is not necessarily the best measure.

"The facts could be deceptive for the reason it does not genuinely let you know how few pages ink cartridges can create," Mr Mendez stated.

He noted that certain printers and cartridges are more efficient with ink than others, and this is what buyers should be looking at if they are on a tight budget.

"You should look in the page yield of each and every printer ink cartridge," Mr Mendez stated.

According to ComputerHope.com, customers must always conduct research before buying a printer online.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Epson Launches Four New WorkForce Printers Ideal For The Home Office

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 11:31:21 +0000

With an increasing number of workers choosing to set up office in their home, there is higher demand for devices such as printers which are suitable for both home and business use – a market which Epson is aiming to tackle with its latest range.

The four new multi-functional devices in the Epson WorkForce line are all suitable for a number of business tasks, but are compact enough to suit a home office.

The Epson WorkForce 845 is suited to a high printing volume, while the 645 is described as great at double-sided printing.

The Epson WorkForce 545 comes with a small LCD screen to make viewing and printing photos easier and finally the 435 is the most basic model but still offers a wide range of features, including WiFi connectivity.

All of the printers in the Workforce range use Epson DURABrite Ultra Ink which helps to resist smudging, fading, and bleeding.

Alison Maitland and Peter Thomson, from Cass Business School and Henley Business School, recently said that homeworking could become a major part of people's lives and help workers achieve a better work-life balance.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

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Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:55:40 +0000

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T1301 T1302 T1303 T1304 Compatible Ink Cartridges Coming Soon

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:25:40 +0000

With the continuing success of the new Epson ranges of the T1281 - T1284 and the T1291 - T1294 ink cartridges. Internet-ink will soon be able to offer our customers the compatible T1301 - T1304 ink cartridges. The T1301 T1302 T1303 and T1304 inks are the Extra High capacity ranges in this Epson ink cartridge series available on the Epson Stylus Office BX625FWD, Epson Stylus SX620FW Epson Stylus Office BX525WD and Epson Stylus SX525WD printers.

Internet-ink are continuing to offer customers the widest range of choice at the best possible prices with all products at www.internet-ink.co.uk.

Keep an eye out for more price news on all ink cartridges, toner cartridges, pens and more...

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Samsung Dell Firmware Update Warning On Compatible Toner Cartridges

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:59:26 +0000

It is understood by static control that Samsung have released a firmware update for printers to prevent the use of compatible toner cartridges in some of their printers and some of the Dell complient versions.

Customers are advised to test their compatible toners and should not accept the update on the printer in order to use the compatible toner cartridges.

1. Uninstall the printer drivers/software for the machine in question.
2. Re-install the printer driver/software with disconnected internet connection and ignore the prompt when the upgrade is offered again.

If this action doesn't work or you are having problems with the compatible Samsung or Dell toners then please don't hesitiate to contact our customer service department. This update on complies to customers who use the comptible toner cartridge, for those who use the original toner cartridge on the Samsung or Dell printers then the advice doesn't apply.

John Simmons

Research Ink Cartridges Products Before Buying Online

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:05:30 +0000

Carrying out research before buying a printer online is advisable, according to ComputerHope.com.

The website stated that at the moment two types of printing options are popular for printer ink users, including Wi-Fi and cloud-based technology.

According to the company, there are numerous systems available for people to use in order to produce documents from remote devices, such as tablets, smart phones and digital cameras.

However, ComputerHope.com's Nathan Emberton said that people should read some online reviews before purchasing a new ink cartridges product.

"Doing a Google search for 'printer reviews' will pull up hundreds of sites that specialise in reviewing all types of printers. Many of these sites will allow you to specify your price range, manufacturer, and type of printer to find exactly what you're looking for," he advised.

Recently, EFI stated that Fiery-driven printer ink products from Canon, Konica Minolta, Ricoh and Xerox will all support printing from Apple iPads and iPhones featuring the newly announced iOS 5.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

HP Receives Favourable ITC Review Over Ink Cartridges Infringements

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 08:58:19 +0000

HP has announced that it has obtained a favourable review by the US International Trade Commission (ITC) regarding the sale of patent-infringing ink cartridges.

The printer ink firm saw the ITC uphold its Initial Determination ruling from June 2011, which also found additional infringements.

According to HP, the ITC agreed that Asia Pacific Microsystems is a contributory infringer of HP ink cartridge patents.

Furthermore, MicroJet Technology and PTC Holdings have also been found to be direct infringers of the printer ink firm with the manufacturing and selling of fake products.

"HP is pleased with the outcome on these matters and the ITC’s enforcement of intellectual property rights," said Vyomesh Joshi, executive vice president in imaging and printing group at HP.

Earlier this year, HP announced that Ghanaian law enforcement officials confiscated nearly 1,100 illegal items following a highly coordinated raid.

Following the strike the authorities retrieved a total of 125 finished fake HP ink cartridges and 670 ready-for-sale laser print cartridges.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Kodak Hero 9 1 Inkjet Printer Review

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 10:07:54 +0100

The Kodak Hero 9.1 inkjet is the ink cartridges company's new top of the range, home printer. It features double-sided printing, a large colour touchscreen, a separate photo paper tray and wireless networking support.

Tech news website CNet state that the Kodak Hero 9.1 "has a premium feel aesthetic, that is further enhanced by this model's 4.3-inch touchscreen." Setting up the printer is easy with this screen, and includes a full QWERTY keyboard.

The Kodak Hero 9.1 is Google Cloud Printing ready, so you won't even have to connect it to a PC to print. You can also print straight from USB and memory cards.

Being an All-in-one, the Kodak Hero 9.1 also features scanning and copying functionality. This is done by feeding the document into the printer, and can copy both sides of the document automatically.

Although full of features, the Kodak Hero 9.1 "was certainly not the fastest model around" according to CNet. "It took one minute and 58 seconds to complete our ten-page black-and-white text documen".

The Kodak Hero 9.1 uses just two cartridges: the Kodak 10B Black ink cartridge and combined Kodak 10C Colour ink cartridge. The Kodak printer ink works out very cheap to run over the longer term, with monochrome pages at 1.5p, and colour pages at around 3p each. And will be even less if you buy compatibles!

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Reprograph Invests In Kodak Printer Ink Systems

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:59:47 +0100

The Kodak unified workflow solutions have enabled Reprograph to carve out a niche with its document production processes.

The Croatian-based company invested in Kodak's PRINERGY CONNECT Workflow software and the company's INSITE Storefront System.

According to Reprograph, since the introduction of the technology it has been able to reduce production costs, gain efficiencies, avoid costly reprints and eliminate errors both in terms of finance and time.

"The graphic arts industry is continuously changing and redirecting its focus from quantity to value-added rules," said Tomislav Ilic, owner of Reprograph.

"Kodak PRINERGY CONNECT Workflow had a very big, immediate impact on our business," he added.

Recently, Canadian-based commercial printer Emerson Clarke invested in the latest Kodak ink cartridges technology to deliver a competitive advantage to its company.

The firm invested in a NEXPRESS SX3300 Press to provide high-quality, fast and accurate documents for its customers, which it could not previously do without the new printer ink technology.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Konica Minolta Wins Bedford Council's Print Contract

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 10:20:20 +0100

Bedford Borough Council has selected Konica Minolta to provide it with a high-quality in-house print management system.

The ink cartridges company is expected to help the local authority deal with its high-volume service that produces over 500,000 colour prints every month.

"As part of our modernisation agenda, our objective was to provide a more efficient service, reduce our costs and produce high quality results for all our requirements," said Councillor Shan Hunt, portfolio holder for revenues and benefits, customer services and ICT.

Jonathan Wilson, marketing development manager at Konica Minolta, added that the contract highlighted the growing success of the printer ink firm in providing cost-effective print management systems for consumers.

Meanwhile, Konica Minolta recently entered a strategic partnership with KIP and launched two new monochrome wide-format print devices.

The company claims its KIP 700m and 7100 machines provide efficient document scanning, copying and printing capabilities for consumers, and there is also a colour upgrade available for both.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Lexmark Launches Enterprise-class Print Release Solution

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 08:56:31 +0100

Lexmark has launched a new enterprise-class Print Release solution that can be hosted in the cloud via a Software as a Service (SaaS) model.

The ink cartridges firm stated that the latest technology will give companies the opportunity to deploy and manage their print services efficiently.

On top of this, the software supports printing from mobile devices and allows firms to track print jobs submitted from these machines.

"Tablets, smartphones and cloud-based technology are rapidly changing the way enterprises are managing their technology assets, and Lexmark's latest enhancements to its Print Release solution enables IT professionals to continue enhancing their output strategies," said Marty Canning, president of imaging solutions and services at Lexmark.

Meanwhile, Lexmark recently acquired Netherlands-based Pallas Athena to expand its global portfolio.

The company hopes the new partnership will build upon, and strengthen, its end-to-end managed print services.

Furthermore, the Dutch company will become part of Perceptive Software – a stand-alone business unit within Lexmark.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

New Lexmark 150 and 150XL Ink Cartridges Now Available

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:42:58 +0100

Compatible with Lexmark's new flagship printer series, the Lexmark Pro715 and Lexmark Pro915, the Lexmark 150 printer ink cartridges series are individual inks that provide vivid colour in pin-point printing accuracy using new Vizix 2.0 print technology.

Available in standard and high capacity versions. The standard capacity Lexmark 150 ink cartridges allow up to 200 prints per cartridge while the Lexmark 150XL high capacity ink cartridges allow up to 750 pages.

Here at Internet-ink.co.uk we are always trying to update our product ranges and printers, so keep an eye on our website and newsfeeds for the latest additions and offers.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

How To Get The Best Deal On Toner Cartridges

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:42:22 +0100

...The answer is simple. Shop at Internet-ink today. With an massive selection of original and compatible toner cartridges available from great brands such as HP, Samsung, Epson, Canon, Lexmark and many more to choose from you can't go wrong.

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HP Ink Cartridges App Available For AEC Industry

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:13:24 +0100

Ink cartridges company HP has announced a new mobile ink cartridges application to make it easier for design professionals to produce large-format printing while on the move.

The company claims that its HP ePrint & Share software is a tool that will allow those in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry to produce documents on the cloud efficiently.

According to HP, the technology has been designed for iOS-based devices including iPhones, iPads or iPod touches.

"AEC design professionals are highly mobile, constantly moving between the office, the job site and offices of partners and clients, said Santiago Morera, vice president, HP Designjet Large-Format Solutions.

"The new HP ePrint & Share mobile application allows designers to view, print and share the designs that are critical to their business, wherever they may be.

Recently HP released three new additions to its Scitex wide-format graphics ink cartridges portfolio.

Included in the latest range of machines are the HP Scitex FB7600 Industrial Press, the HP Scitex XP5500 Industrial Printer and HP Scitex XP2500 Industrial Printer.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

New Canon PIXMA PRO-1 Ink Printer Perfect For Photographers

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 09:54:45 +0100

Printer ink firm Canon has released a new device for its flagship PIXMA Pro series.

The Canon PIXMA PRO-1, which is the world's first A3 printer to feature 12 separate inks, is now available to consumers in the UK.

Furthermore, the product features an EOS-inspired design and is ideal for professional and amateur photographers.

The new machine also includes an Optimum Image Generating system that analyses pictures and precisely calculates the volume of ink droplets required for individual prints.

Meanwhile, Canon launched its new uniFLOW version 5.1 printer ink system designed to support document production from smartphone and tablet machines.

The company claims that the programme can make it easier for staff in companies to print and scan onto Canon's multifunction printers.

Nikki Paine, uniFLOW marketing manager at Canon, said: "Recent research found that over half of workers using smartphones can't print from their device, but want to.

"With uniFLOW v5.1, organisations can offer their staff flexible ways of working, including mobile printing."

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Kyocera Mita Launches New FS-1135MFP and FS-1035MFP Monochrome Printers

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 10:28:23 +0100

Kyocera Mita has unveiled two new black and white devices for its monochrome ink cartridges range of products.

The firm's new machines join the ECOSYS line of environmentally-friendly printers designed to provide consistent-high quality images while meeting Energy Star guidelines for power efficiency.

According to Kyocera Mita, the ECOSYS FS-1135MFP and FS-1035MFP/DP products offer a fast efficient solution for small and medium-sized business users as well as lowering operating costs.

On top of this, both devices can support a variety of management tools including PRESCRIBE, KMnet Admin as well as PDF Direct print job capabilities.

Earlier this year, Kyocera Mita expanded its multifunction printer (MFPs) ink range with its FS-C2626MFP and FS-C2526MFP colour machines and two black and white devices.

"As our customers are looking to do more with less, we're proud to offer the FS-C2626MFP and FS-C2526MFP colour MFPs and FS-3640MFP and FS-3540MFP monochrome MFPs as highly efficient productivity tools," said Danielle Wolowitz, director in product marketing at Kyocera Mita.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Konica Minolta Expands Its Bizhub Family Of Printer Ink Products

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 09:42:22 +0100

The Konica Minolta bizhub family has been extended with the introduction of the PRO C6000L full colour print system.

According to the ink cartridges firm, this latest product delivers the professional reliability and high quality of its predecessors.

On top of this, the PRO C6000L can produce colour and monochrome documents at a rate of 60 pages per minute without compromising colour quality.

Kevin Kern, senior vice-president in marketing at Konica Minolta, said: "Our newest production print system addresses the rising needs to expand capabilities without increasing overall spending so print professionals can continue to count on Konica Minolta for all their production printing requirements."

Meanwhile, Konica Minolta recently partnered up with KIP to launch two new monochrome wide-format printer ink devices.

The company claims its KIP 700m and 7100 products offer users fast and accurate document scanning, copying and printing services.

On top of this, there is also a colour upgrade available for both products.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Southampton RYA Boat Training Courses

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:47:39 +0100

Solent Charters Sea School received the keys to it`s new offices and training rooms in Southampton today. Being situated in Ocean village marina gives us the perfect teaching area with the protected Southampton Water close by and the exciting Solent just around the corner.
So why not take a RYA Power Boat training course at our new sea school in Southampton,

HP Launches Its Latest Scitex Wide-format Printer Ink Products

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:23:56 +0100

HP has unveiled new additions to its Scitex wide-format graphics portfolio.

The ink cartridges manufacturer claims its new line of products can offer print service providers (PSPs) higher productivity, efficiency and versatility in their short run jobs.

Included in the latest range of machines are the HP Scitex FB7600 Industrial Press, the HP Scitex XP5500 Industrial Printer and HP Scitex XP2500 Industrial Printer.

Xavier Gracia, general manager in Scitex wide-format solutions at the firm, said: "As the leader in industrial wide-format graphics, HP is helping customers transition from analogue to digital printing and take advantage of higher value pages to further grow their businesses."

He added that with the latest innovations, customers can go after these pages with the confidence HP's solutions will deliver the productivity they require.

Recently, HP announced that it plans to launch a pilot subscription service, HP Instant Ink, which delivers replacement ink cartridges to users at home or at work.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Dell Unveils Its OpenManage Printer Manager Software

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 09:03:19 +0100

Dell has expanded its ink cartridges solutions technology with its OpenManage Printer Manager.

According to the company, its latest software can help simplify the printer networks of consumers.

Paul-Henri Ferrand, vice president and general manager of Dell Global Software & Peripherals, said: "At the end of the day, our job is to help our customers and their employees be more productive in their jobs.

"Printer tools such as Dell OpenManage Printer Manager enable this productivity and efficiency by helping businesses streamline document workflows."

The company highlighted that the latest system can help reduce equipment costs and significantly speed up printer ink processes in various organisations.

Recently, Dell stated that it is important for firms to have an efficient end-to-end solution in place for their IT strategies.

Paul Bell, public and large enterprise president at the company, added that there is a big demand in consumers wanting to utilise innovative virtual software systems in their organisations.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Emerson Clarke Increases Its Printer Ink Workflows With Kodak Devices

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:29:29 +0100

Commercial ink cartridges user Emerson Clarke has become the first Canadian firm to install a Kodak NEXPRESS SX3300 Press to deliver it a competitive advantage.

Beforehand, the Calgary-based company claimed that it had to pass on jobs to other businesses in the area.

However, after installing the ink cartridges product, which is equipped with Kodak's unique Print Genius image processing technology, the company saw an increase in its productivity and quality.

Len Knight, operations manager of Emerson Clarke, said: "The first and biggest reason we chose the NEXPRESS Press over a competitor’s product is the quality.

"The quality that it prints on various substrates far surpasses what the competition can do," he added.

Recently, the Fineline Printing Group, which specialises in providing services to the healthcare, higher education and manufacturing sectors, also installed a Kodak NEXPRESS SX3300 Digital Production Colour Ink Cartridges Press.

The company's president, Richard Miller, stated that the device was the perfect addition to "enhance our digital printing capabilities".

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Lexmark Acquires Pallas Athena To Extend Its Global MPS O

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:26:35 +0100

Printer ink firm Lexmark has acquired Netherlands-based Pallas Athena to expand its global portfolio.

In a cash deal, the Dutch company will become part of Perceptive Software - a stand-alone business unit within Lexmark.

Pallas Athena is a leading provider of business process solutions (BPM) and the ink cartridges firm hopes this partnership will build upon, and strengthen, its end-to-end managed print services (MPS).

Paul Rooke, chairman and chief executive of Lexmark, said: "This investment in the BPM market demonstrates Lexmark's continued focus on strategic acquisitions of technologies that strengthen our unique portfolio of leading end-to-end fleet management and business process solutions."

He hopes this new partnership will be attractive to the firm's global enterprise customers and can help expand its MPS offering and Perceptive Software.

Meanwhile, Lexmark recently announced its new MapQuest SmartSolution to make it easier for people to print directions, traffic information and points of interest directly from its all-in-one touch screen printers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Konica Minolta And KIP Launch Two New Printer Ink Products

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:00:28 +0100

Konica Minolta has launched two new monochrome wide-format printer ink devices in partnership with KIP.

The firms claims the KIP 700m and 7100 products can offer users fast and accurate document scanning, copying and printing services.

Jonathan Wilson, market development manager for Konica Minolta, said: "With these new wide format printing devices from KIP we are able to offer our customers a holistic solution to their document imaging needs."

On top of this, consumers can benefit from an upgrade to make sure both devices provide them with colour scan, copy and print options.

Grainer Hill, marketing manager of KIP, added that the company was delighted to be partnering Konica Minolta to help extend and strengthen its coverage throughout the UK in different sectors.

Konica Minolta recently launched its bizhub PRESS C70hc printer ink product, designed to provide high-speed, high-Chroma output and multifunctional print services to a variety of users, from graphic arts companies through to commercial printers.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson Expands The Availability Of Its Printer Solutions From Office Depot

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 09:33:31 +0100

Office Depot has announced the availability of Epson's WorkForce Pro Line of business-class printing solutions from its stores.

The company revealed that the WorkForce Pro WP-4540 and WorkForce Pro WP-4530 all-in-one printer ink devices can now be purchased by consumers.

"Office Depot is very excited to be expanding our successful line of Epson home office printers and small business ink jet solutions," said Randy Wick, vice-president of technology merchandising for Office Depot.

"With the new WorkForce Pro series, we are able to offer our customers professional-grade printers that deliver top-notch productivity, cost-efficiency and speed."

Recently, Epson stated that three of its printer ink devices were recognised in the 2011 Japanese Good Design Awards for their lifestyle enriching design.

The firm's multifunction Stylus Office BX625FWD, its inkjet Stylus Photo R3000 and the Stylus Photo PX830FWD multifunction inkjet product all received honours at the ceremony for being easy-to-use and having high-capacity ink cartridges.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ink Cartridges Printers Enabled To Work With Apple iOS 5 Devices

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 09:06:08 +0100

EFI has stated that a range of its Fiery-driven printer ink products will support printing from Apple iPads and iPhones featuring the newly announced iOS 5.

The company stated that machines from Canon, Konica Minolta, Kyocera, Ricoh and Xerox with its technology will benefit from the direct mobile printing feature.

Furthermore, EFI claims its Fiery controllers will make it easier for people to remain productive while using their favourite Apple mobile devices.

John Henze, vice president of Fiery marketing at EFI, said: "We first introduced printing support for mobile devices with Apple iOS 4.2 in late 2010, and we remain committed to extending the utility of our products and adding value to our customers’ existing printing infrastructure.

Recently, Staples honoured the ink cartridges innovator EFI with the Best Category Management – Business Services Award.

The accolade was given to the company for its powerful EFI Digital StoreFront web-to-print platform and its EFI Fiery technology.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

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Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:55:00 +0100

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New Samsung ML-29955DW Toner Laser Printer Efficient And Versatile

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:14:51 +0100

Ink company Samsung has released its newest addition to its mono-laser printer ink range.

The company claims the Samsung ML-2955DW laser printer will provide an efficient and versatile solution for small business users.

On top of this, the latest product can print up to 28 pages per minute and boasts strong eco-credentials.

General manager at Samsung's Print Division Dion Smith said: "Samsung recognises that many single and small business users require high functionality and performance but are facing increasing pressure to reduce operating costs."

He added that the product also delivers users high-levels of productivity, performance and functionality.

Recently, Samsung stated that the firm's Samsung CLX-3185FW laser printer has beaten alternative machines which use inkjet cartridges in testing.

The company commissioned Buyers Laboratory to compare the device's performance against three similar products in colour density, gloss, impact of highlighter overwriting, water fastness and drying time.

Mr Smith added: "We know that more and more people are now working from home and we want to highlight that laser printers can provide better quality for their home office."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Kodak Enhances Its Innovative Picture Kiosk Software

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 08:52:14 +0100

Ink cartridges compabt Kodak has announced that it has made enhancements to its Picture Kiosk software.

The new technology will allow printer ink consumers to use images from their own, and friends', shared photo albums from Facebook, Google Picasa and Kodak Gallery to create innovative and interesting personalised documents.

According to Kodak, the latest software will allow people to enrich the stories their pictures tell by creating printer ink projects for personal greetings, calendars, photo cards and prints.

Nick Zongrone, general manager in retail systems solution and permanent in print at Kodak, said: "Providing easy access to the broad base of images stored on social networks through the Kodak Picture Kiosk allows consumers to do more than just share images; it lets them create something memorable and permanent in print."

The printer ink firm recently released its Spotless Flexographic Solution software to help cut ink costs and improve production efficiency for users.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

US Department Of VA To Benefit From Xerox Technology

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 11:25:00 +0100

A Xerox company, ACS, will help the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) make it easier to convert its paper-based processing system into an electronic one.

The ink cartridges firm's subsidiary claims it will make it easier and faster for veterans to file claims and receive benefits.

It is expected that by using Xerox technology, under a $54 million (£34 million) three-year contract, the new system will significantly reduce backlogs and process files more efficiently.

Joseph Doherty, executive vice president and chief operating officer in ACS government solutions, said: "The VA has the honourable mission of providing important benefits to veterans. Our role is to provide services and technology that simplify and speed up access to these benefits.

"When government agencies re-engineer their processes, it has an immediate, positive impact on the people they serve.

Recently, the US Department of Defense awarded Xerox a five-year contract to reduce the costs and improve the printer ink technology in its offices.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ink Firm Lexmark Launches A New Service To Help The Healthcare Sector

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 11:11:03 +0100

Printer ink firm Lexmark has launched a new service to help those working in the healthcare sector.

The firm's Patient Admissions and Registration Solution has been designed to simplify processes in a paper-intensive area.

According to Lexmark, the latest product lets healthcare providers electronically capture, route and organise patient documents accurately and securely.

On top of this, the technology and printer ink provider claims its new innovation can "streamline document-driven routines" in any health organisation.

Meanwhile, Xerox recently released its seventh annual Path to Paperless Survey, which revealed that many mortgage lenders are managing to keep their printer ink costs down.

The company revealed that around 70 per cent of mortgage professionals now deliver disclosures and other documents to consumers electronically.

Keith Plaski, principal at radius financial group, said: "Xerox has the industry experience and technical expertise to change the way we do business with borrowers and to increase our operational efficiency.

"They helped us meet our goal to not just survive the mortgage crisis, but also to come out stronger than ever."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Printer Magazine Subscriptions Will Equal More Ink Cartridges

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:19:12 +0100

Ink Cartridges manufacturer HP have announced a new technology that enables users to schedule automatic digital content delivery straight to a HP Web-connected printer. This will then use your own ink cartridges to print these documents out in full photo colour.

This new subscription service allows HP ink cartridges users to choose the magazines they want, the publisher will then schedule an automatic delivery of that publication to your HP printer. Printing the entire magazine out on your photo paper with your ink cartridges may be less economically sound than popping down the shops to buy a glossy copy - time will tell.

HP are also providing their ink cartridges customers with an automated service that purchases your next ink cartridges when your old ones are empty.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

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Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:37:42 +0100

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The Xerox WorkCentre 6015 MFP Laser Printer Product Can Significantly Help SMBs

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 11:48:38 +0100

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) could benefit from a new Xerox multifunction printer (MFP) ink product.

The company claims that the Xerox WorkCentre 6015 MFP is its first Wi-Fi enabled device, and it can add extra productivity to the office.

On top of this, the latest machine combines print, copy, scan, fax and digital workflow capabilities in a compact chassis that has been designed to fit in any workplace, maximising space and convenience.

According to Xerox, its MFP product benefits from print speeds as fast as 12 pages per minute (ppm) for colour documents and 15 ppm for black and white titles.

Meanwhile, Xerox recently stated that SMBs and entrepreneurs could also like its mobile print app, PrintBack, which it claims works with all its MFPs.

The company added that it lets users access their Mac or PC-connected printer through Google Android or Apple-IOS devices to print documents in or out of the office reliably and effortlessly.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Lexmark Launches 3 MapQuest SmartSolutions Printer Apps

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 09:12:29 +0100

Lexmark has released three new MapQuest SmartSolutions to make it easier to print directions and traffic information from its all-in-one (AIO) touch screen printer ink machines.

The company claims that benefits of the products include finding and printing map directions to almost anywhere in the world directly from one of its AIO printers.

On top of this, the firm's MapQuest Traffic solution allows users to view and print traffic conditions before setting off on a journey.

Furthermore, there is a "Concierge" service that lets people look for restaurants and attractions nearby, all from one device.

Lexmark claims these latest innovations can save users money, and they do not even have to turn on a PC to benefit from the software systems.

Recently, Lexmark launched its new Basecamp SmartSolution, which grants company users the ability to view and print data from its online project management tool by using its AIO touch screen printer ink cartridges products.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Brother Wins PC Pro Excellence Best Printer Manufacturer Award

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:47:07 +0100

Brother has been named the best printer manufacturer at the PC Pro Excellence Awards.

The printer ink firm was honoured with the accolade for the quality of its products and print quality.

Furthermore, Brother won both the laser and inkjet categories after it was evaluated for value for money, reliability and speed.

Phil Jones, sales and marketing director for Brother, told uspmagazine.com: "Achieving best printer vendor status in the UK with PC Pro is a fantastic accreditation for Brother and a testament to our dedicated team and consistently evolving range of products."

He added that the company's focus is to continue to improve its offerings and products for consumers in the future.

Recently, Brother announced that on a like-for-like basis its overall turnover in the last 12 months was 4.7 per cent up on last year's figures.

On top of this, the ink cartridge manufacturer's pre-tax profits climbed from £7.86 million to £8.5 million.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ink Cartridges Inventor Chester Carlson Inducted Into Hall Of Fame

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 09:21:33 +0100

Chester Carlson, the inventor of xerography, has been inducted into the Paper Industry International Hall of Fame.

The man who revolutionised the ink cartridge industry in the 20th century for his process of plain paper copying was selected to join the exclusive club on October 6th. Mr Carlson patented the innovative copying concept in 1937 before forming a licensing agreement in 1947 with the Haloid Corporation, which later became Xerox.

It was in 1959 when the world's first plain paper copier, the Xerox 914, was launched onto the market. Fortune magazine stated that the 914 copier was "the most successful product ever marketed in America".

Meanwhile, Xerox recently released two new Digital Colour Presses designed to increase the monthly document productivity in various organisations. The firm claims its 770 and 700i printer ink products also take advantage of the company's Automated Colour Quality Suite to ensure image resolutions are of a consistently high standard.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP To Showcase Printer Ink Solutions At UK Roadshow

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 10:09:20 +0100

Printer ink firm HP will showcase a host of its new technology innovations at a series of roadshows around the UK.

The company has announced that it will be demonstrating the print capabilities of its HP DesignJet L25500 printer and its Scitex LX820 and LX850 products at different venues across Britain.

According to HP, its branded truck will make eight stops between November 15th and December 2nd to showcase its technology.

HP will kick-off the roadshow at Sandown Park, in Esher, Surrey and will then head to the West Midlands, Edinburgh, Manchester, London, Belfast, Dublin and will finish off at Curvaheen Park Stadium in Cork.

Recently, HP released a speed upgrade for its T200 Inkjet Web Press at the Graphic Expo tradeshow.

Jan Riecher, vice president and general manger in graphic solutions business at HP, said: "As the graphics market shifts from analogue to digital printing, we are helping print service providers grow their businesses with new capabilities, enabling them to expand into new application areas and improve delivery times for high-volume digital printing."

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Kodak To Display Printing Systems At Ifra Expo 2011

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 09:29:40 +0100

Kodak will showcase a range of its printer ink systems for the newspaper sector at the Ifra Expo 2011 later this month.

The event, held in Vienna, Austria, will take place between October 10th and 12th, with Kodak being situated in hall B at stands 570 and 580.

According to Kodak, its latest CTP innovations like its Intelligent Prepress Manager is ideal for producing documents fast for organisations, especially on its GENERATION NEWS Platesetter.

On top of this, the company will showcase its KODAK PROSPER S20 Imprinting System, which it claims provides users with high-quality and water-resistant printer ink substrates.

Kodak recently displayed both its TRACELESS system and DESIGN2LAUNCH Brand Manager at the Direct Marketing Association 2011 conference and exhibition.

Robert Colangelo, vice president in business solutions and services at the firm, added that the latest devices will make it easier to produce documents securely for organisations.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

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Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:22:29 +0100

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Epson Ink Cartridge Scam Nets Pair 1 Million USD

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:43:01 +0100

During a two-year period, Christian Dunca and Vladut Larion bought Epson ink cartridges from Best Buy and Target stores in Georgiam USA. When they got home, they would remove the name-brand cartridges and re-sell them on eBay.

Then, the suspects would “Refill the box with an empty cartridge or an off-brand cartridge, something cheaper, Gwinnett Police Department spokesman Cpl. Jake Smith said. The pair had “all kinds of box cutters, shrink wrap guns, glues for repackaging and all these boxes to make it look professional."

The suspects allegedly returned the Epson printer ink cartridge boxes to stores in Florida and New York for full cash refunds. Police estimate the scheme netted the men about $1 million, “and the loss to these retail outlets is about a half a million, Smith said.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Kodak Showcases Printer Ink Solutions And Software At DMA11

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:48:50 +0100

Kodak has showcased a wide range of printer ink solutions and services at the Direct Marketing Association 2011 (DMA:11) conference and exhibition.

Visitors at the event could see the firm's new TRACELESS System, which uses invisible ink as a security measure to help brand owners protect their products.

Robert Colangelo, vice president in business solutions and services at Kodak, said: "In today’s competitive worldwide market place, many leading companies have discovered that products can fall prey to copying and gray market activities. Consequently, brand owners need to protect their brands from unauthorised use or reproduction."

On top of this, Kodak also showcased its DESIGN2LAUNCH Brand Manager technology that lets users benefit from a centralised document production solution.

Recently, Kodak unveiled its RECIPE COLOUR Profiler software at Pack Expo 2011. The firm's latest innovation has been created to let users more accurately predict what colours will look like when they come off the press.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Dell To Offer Efficient End-to-end Solutions For Printer Ink Users

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 09:25:13 +0100

Ensuring that customers have efficient end-to-end solutions in place for their IT strategies is important, according to Dell.

The computer and printer ink developer noted that consumers are looking for effective and reliable solutions in an ever-changing technological landscape.

According to Dell, following recent customer feedback it is committed to ensuring that businesses benefit from the best systems available.

Paul Bell, public and large enterprise president at Dell, added: "Our listening channels have collected feedback from our customers and we’ve learned that from safely embracing consumerisation to breaking through virtualisation ceilings, there is a demand to discover how to most efficiently unlock innovation in the virtual era.

Recently, the printer ink firm Dell unveiled its Corporate Responsibility report for 2011, stating that its focus is on building sustainable communities and protecting the planet.

According to the company, it claims that one of its goals is to deliver the highest quality and most energy-efficient products for users with the least impact on the environment.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Avery Dennison Increases Its Printer Ink Output By 50 Percent With HP Machines

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 09:22:34 +0100

Avery Dennison, the global manufacturer, has claimed that it has almost doubled its document production capacities in the last 12 months.

According to the firm, the success is down to its investment in HP Indigo digital presses that have provided it with consistent, high-quality imaging capabilities.

The company added that the HP printer ink devices can also help make productions more cost-effective and accurate.

Chairman, president and chief executive at Avery Dennison Dean A Scarborough added: "Digital printing has created new options for labelling and packaging, and through our strong collaborative relationship with HP we have been able to offer converters and brand owners new ways to make brands stand out in an increasingly crowded retail marketplace and increase operating efficiency."

HP has recently released its AirPrint technology that allows users to produce documents from their iPad, iPhone and iPod touch devices on a variety of its LaserJet printer ink machines.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Kodak Launches Its SPOTLESS Flexographic Printer Ink Solution

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 09:37:10 +0100

A new printer ink system from Kodak could help those in the flexographic trade service improve their product packaging.

The firm's SPOTLESS Flexographic Solution is aimed at providing high-quality appearance packages, cut costs and increase production efficiency while reducing colour spot usage, it has been claimed.

According to Kodak, this latest initiative is an ideal companion for the award-winning FLEXCEL NX System to provide greater printing stability.

Emma Schlotthauer, packaging marketing manager in prepress solutions at Kodak, said: "Users enjoy the production benefits of replacing more spot colours with four-colour process printing than previously possible with flexography

"In fact, in many cases customers are considering the new solution a viable alternative to the complex practice of extended colour gamut printing with more than four process colours," she added.

Recently, Kodak released its DESIGN2LAUNCH Brand Manager, created to provide users with a centralised digital workflow for their printer ink services in the future.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Xerox Wins Printer Ink Service Contract With US Department Of Defense

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 09:35:14 +0100

The US Department of Defense has chosen Xerox printer ink services and technology to help reduce its production costs.

According to Xerox, it has been awarded the $103 million (£66 million), five-year contract to improve the efficiency of the department's workflow and document production.

On top of this, the printer ink firm will manage the in-house printing system for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Document Services.

Sherman Parker, vice president of the public sector of global document services at Xerox, said: "Innovation from Xerox will enable DLA Document Services to reduce costs, unleash new capabilities and more effectively serve the Department of Defense."

Recently, Xerox stated that its latest DocuShare enterprise content management system can significantly help improve the workflow in various organisations.

The firm claims its 6.6 software can help reduce costs and make document productions even easier for companies of all shapes and sizes, whose printer ink needs may differ greatly.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Domino To Launch Its new Inkjet System At LabelExpo Europe

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 08:43:27 +0100

Ink cartridges expert Domino has announced that it will be premiering its innovative new inkjet printer system at LabelExpo Europe this week.

Domino's K600i single colour piezo inkjet system operates with a single inkjet module covering the whole web.

The product is, according to Domino, a solution which operates at double the speed of its nearest competitors, at 50 to 75 metres per minute.

One of the key features of the K600i is the removal of the need for daily maintenance and cleaning whilst also reducing the risk of ink nozzle blockages by automatically capping the head whenever it is not in use.

Domino announced earlier in the year that the K600i will also be able to be integrated into existing presses.

Philip Easton, director of Domino’s Digital Printing Solutions, said that the product was designed to address the requests it received from clients, and he feels it is ready to do so.

"Demand has been increasing for labelling applications including variable data – from simple stock control, promotional games, anti-counterfeit data through to complete printing of labels for brand owners," he added.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Canon USA Launches Countrywide Ink Cartridge Recycling Campaign

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:51:58 +0100

Canon has furthered its bid to be seen as an environmentally responsible company as it launched a nationwide ink cartridge recycling programme today, in partnership with FedEx, Sims Recycling Solutions and Close the Door.

Those using Canon PIXMA printers will now be able to drop off genuine Canon cartridges at any one of over 1,600 FedEx Print and Ship Centers across the US.

The empty ink cartridges will eventually reach Close the Loop, which specialises in removing components of ink cartridges to be used in other products.

The latest move is part of Canon's Generation Green initiative, which Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, imaging technologies and communications, said was a reaction to consumers becoming more aware of the environmental responsibilities everyone has.

"Environmental responsibility and awareness have always been a top priority for Canon, and recycling is one of the simplest yet most beneficial aspects of this," he added.

Canon's Generation Green initiative is designed to educate customers and consumers of the environmental and potentially cost-cutting benefits of ventures such as this.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Kodak Traceless Ad Printer Ink Service To Protect Manufacturers

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:35:05 +0100

Kodak has announced details of its Traceless Ad system, which it says will protect manufacturers from losing out to grey market activity.

The Kodak Traceless Ad system will utilise invisible printer ink and a proprietary detection system to print serial numbers on products, allowing brands to trace them to ensure they do not end up being reproduced or on sale though unofficial channels.

Dr Myra T Olm, Kodak's director of brand protection research and product development, said that this system would allow manufacturers to "aggressively" ward off grey market activities.

“Grey market activities disrupt manufacturers’ distribution channels and create artificially lowered prices, supply chain demand issues and unauthorised sales, she added.

The invisible ink used will be compatible with most solvent-based printers which take standard ink cartridges. Markings will be visible only via Kodak’s proprietary viewers, readers or scanners and will not be visible under any sort of UV light or other detection system.

Kodak recently also announced a cost-cutting Recipe Colour system, which allows companies to accurately predict what colours will look like when they come off the press.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Kodak Showcases Its Recipe Colour Profiler Ink Solution At Pack Expo 2011

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:03:50 +0100

Kodak has showcased its RECIPE COLOUR Profiler software solution and other devices at Pack Expo 2011.

The company unveiled the printer ink technology at the event in Las Vegas that allows companies to more accurately predict what colours will look like when they come off the press.

On top of this, Kodak claims its technology can reduce costs and improve production efficiency when used on its APPROVAL NX Digital Colour Imaging System.

Dr John Anderson, packaging segment director of marketing at Kodak, said: "There is a lot of pressure on brand owners and packaging professionals to stand out today with innovation and impact, but at the same time, they need to protect their brand from unauthorised use or reproduction."

He added that the company can provide users with a full suite of solutions to raise the bar on their packaging quality and improve their efficiency.

Kodak recently displayed its CREO Colour Servers on Konica Minolta bizhub printer ink products at Graph Expo 2011.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Canon Printer Ink Technology To Be Fitted With Oracle Software

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:38:21 +0100

Canon has teamed up with Oracle to integrate the firm's software into its imaging technologies.

According to the printer ink firm, it will combine Oracle's database, middleware and Java ME capabilities into its multifunction office systems.

On top of this, Canon IT Solutions plans to start delivering printers and copiers including image RUNNER ADVANCE technology connected with Enterprise Resource Planning applications from Oracle in 2012.

The company added that the latest developments will help businesses increase their workflow efficiencies and document processes.

Recently, Canon released its uniFLOW 5.1 single platform technology designed to manage print and scanning jobs sent from mobile devices in organisations to provide them with the most cost effective system.

Nikki Paine, uniFLOW marketing manager at the printer ink firm, said: "Recent research found that over half of workers using smartphones can't print from their device, but want to.

"With uniFLOW v5.1, organisations can offer their staff flexible ways of working, including mobile printing."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Print Samsung Reveals The Biggest Bugbears In UK Offices

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 11:22:27 +0100

Print Samsung has revealed that the irritating habits of colleagues account for half of the UK's top ten office bugbears.

The electrical manufacturer's research also revealed that over two-thirds of workers get riled about slow IT systems and over two-fifths get frustrated with printer ink jams.

However, 45 per cent of staff stated that they believe printers are essential in their office and will be around in 20 years time.

But many employees also get frustrated with their colleagues for either talking too loud on their mobile phones, leaving the printer tray empty or even having an annoying ringtone.

Dion Smith, general manager at Print Samsung UK, commented: "As we celebrate a very successful 20 years in printing, it’s really encouraging to see that almost half of the respondents think that printers will continue to be an office essential over the next two decades, cementing the printer's ubiquitous status within the modern workplace."

Recently, Lexmark research revealed that British workers were improving their green credentials by printing less than they did a year ago.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Artefact Announces Prototype Concept For SWYP Printer

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 11:14:00 +0100

Artefact has released an innovative concept to alter the way people use printer ink products in the future.

The Seattle-based design firm claims that the SWYP (See What You Print) system could be the printer of the future with its touchscreen interface.

According to Artefact, this product is only a prototype, but it would seamlessly connect to cameras, PCs, phones and tablets.

Following this, the device would then reveal on the screen what documents can be printed, which users can tap to select, before cropping the images with their finger and hitting the print button.

"The design of SWYP shows that even familiar devices that have stagnated in terms of innovation can still be dramatically improved by making them simple and delightful to use," said Rob Girling, co-founder and principal of Artefact.

Xerox recently released its DocuShare 6.6 system designed to give users greater control of their printer ink productions and costs.

Posted by Barry Ahsmore.

Discount Offer on all Pens Pencils Stationery and Ink Last Few Days

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 10:02:26 +0100

If you haven't already seen or taken advantage of our 'Back To School' offer it's available for only a few more days. Stock up on your ink cartridges , pens , pencils and accesories. Use the SUM10 discount code in the checkout to save on these items. For futher info check out the special offer page at Internet-ink.

New Parker Pen Gift Sets Now Available!

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:19:57 +0100

12 brand new Parker Pen gift sets have been made available at Internet-ink! Including the most popular Parker pen ranges; such as Parker IM, Urban, Frontier and Jotter.

Although still a while away, it doesn't hurt to start thinking about what thoughtful gifts you can give you loved ones this year, our special Parker Pen Gift Sets all come in either a presentation or a hangsell box (which is easily wrappable!) Why not treat your friends and loved ones today with a quality writing pen that will last.

Visit our Parker Pen Gift Set page for more details.

Canon Releases New uniFLOW Mobile Printer Ink System

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:16:42 +0100

Canon has released its uniFLOW version 5.1 single platform system designed to manage print and scanning processes that support mobile devices.

The printer ink firm's latest technology means it will make it easier for people to produce documents on its multifunctional devices, from smartphones to tablets.

According to Canon, the product can make the corporate print platform in organisations more efficient, cost effective and secure for remote technology users.

Nikki Paine, uniFLOW marketing manager at Canon, said: "Recent research found that over half of workers using smartphones can't print from their device, but want to.

"With uniFLOW v5.1, organisations can offer their staff flexible ways of working, including mobile printing."

Canon recently launched two new laser printer ink devices with its i-SENSYS LBP7680Cx and LBP7660Cdn products which take the Canon 718 toner cartridges.

The company noted that this latest series of machines have been built on an architecture consistent with the firm's imageRUNNER ADVANCE platform to improve managed print documents in enterprises.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Westcoast To Distribute Dell Printer Ink Products

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 09:20:55 +0100

Westcoast has sealed a deal to distribute Dell Printers' products to business consumers in the UK.

Dave McNally, head of imaging sales for Dell, noted that this partnership is only the second of its kind for the printer ink company.

According to Dell, the new link up has kicked off this month and will allow Westcoast to distribute a full range of ink and toner cartridge supplies and more.

Mr McNally told channelweb.co.uk: "We believe we are making significant strides in offering complete coverage to resellers across the UK. Westcoast demonstrated all the right credentials and plans that will enable us to grow our business."

Recently, Dell noted that during the second quarter of 2011, its services revenue was up six per cent on the first quarter of this year, and up 11 per cent from 12 months ago.

Brian Gladden, chief financial officer at the firm, added that developing higher-value solutions and services has helped drive its profitability.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Ghanaian Law Enforcement Has Seized Over 1000 Fake HP Ink Cartridges

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 08:59:37 +0100

HP has stated that Ghanaian law enforcement officers seized a significant amount of counterfeit ink cartridges during raids in May this year.

Following the operations, the authorities confiscated a total of 125 fake inkjet and 970 ready-to-use-for-sale counterfeit HP laser print cartridges.

The company noted that it expects there will be anti-counterfeit actions taken against those responsible for the illegal activity, from intelligence gathered through the raids.

General manager in the imaging and printing group at HP Africa Amr Hassan said: "People who buy counterfeit print cartridges and other fake merchandise believe mistakenly that they're receiving original products, and they deserve the high quality and performance for which they're paying."

Recently, HP stated that in the last four years, it has assisted in the seizure of almost nine million pieces of fake printing supplies in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

The company added that it works closely with local and global law enforcement forces to detect and remove illegal counterfeiting operations.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printer Ink Firm HP Named A Leader In Document Output Sector

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 09:18:13 +0100

Hewlett-Packard (HP) has been named as a leader in the document output sector for customer communications, according to a report by Forrester Research.

The firm's Forrester Wave Document Output For Customer Communications Management survey revealed that the printer ink firm achieved top scores in the Current Offering and Market Presence for HP's Exstream 8.0.

According to the report, HP's technology can provide consumers with high-volume applications to increase their workflow.

Avi Greenfield, product manager at HP, said: "HP Exstream’s placement as a leader in the Forrester Wave report is substantiation that our strategy and focus on meeting customer needs is working."

Recently, HP announced that it will be introducing several new printer ink innovations, collaborations, apps and solutions to its product portfolio for small and medium-sized businesses.

Vyomesh Joshi, executive vice president in imaging and printing, added that the company wants to build on its previous success and expand its growth in this market.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

New Ricoh Aficio Printer Ink Device Fits In With The Firms MDS Strategy

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 09:07:10 +0100

The new Aficio SP 4310N monochrome laser printer from Ricoh fits in with its managed document services (MDS) strategy.

This is according to the company, which claims the black and white machine will produce cost-effective prints for users and help reduce energy usage in firms.

On top of this, the latest device includes a Toner Saving Mode, designed to increase ink cartridge yields for users.

Furthermore, the SP 4310N is ENERGY STAR compliant and also comes with an optional Automatic Duplexing system that allows consumers to produce two-sided prints.

Recently, EFI announced that its Fiery E-41A server is available for Ricoh's Pro C651 EX, C751 EX and C751 colour printer ink solutions.

The firm claims the latest technology can provide users with superior printer ink quality and ease of use on the devices.

John Henze, vice president of Fiery marketing at EFI, said: "Together with the powerful features of the new Ricoh Pro line-up, customers with varying degrees of digital print experience can take advantage of Fiery technology to produce eye-catching documents with ease.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson To Launch Three LabelWorks Printer Ink Devices

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:52:49 +0100

Epson is set to launch three new printer ink devices, designed to tackle the labelling needs of various organisations.

The firm noted that its latest LabelWorks LW-300 product is ideal for producing office labels, while the LW-400 is lightweight and designed for mobile use for any environment.

On top of this, there is the LW-900P, which has been created to connect to PCs or Macs and provide a high-quality desktop device for organisations.

Business development manager at Epson Neil Wilson said: "To help our customers get more labels for their money, our label makers minimise the margins of each label to prevent tape wastage."

The company also noted that all three devices will be available on the market from October 1st 2011.

Recently, Epson announced that it would be expanding its mobile and cloud printing services for consumers with smartphones and tablet products under its Epson Connect initiative, which is being launched this autumn.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Xerox iGen Series Press And Toner Devices Perfect For Packaging Firms

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 08:52:38 +0100

Xerox claims that packaging firms could speed up their document production times with its latest iGen presses and toner cartridges.

The ink and printer manufacturer stated that its new series of devices can also help companies reduce their printing costs.

On top of this, Xerox noted that its iGen range products are also compliant with the US Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) guidelines for producing packaging for dry foods.

"FDA compliance is a significant advancement for Xerox and should open a new market for printers creating limited quantities of customised packages," said Joel Bienvenu, research manager in production prints at the International Data Corporation.

He added that the iGen4 printer ink presses can also improve the print quality and colour vibrancy of documents for manufacturers.

Xerox recently announced that its colour 800/1000 presses and its 700i and 700 machines will be powered by the latest EFI Fiery technology with the firm's EX Print Servers.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Customer Feedback August 2011

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:44:52 +0100

Customer Feedback August 2011

We now have all our reviews at review centre.com however we will publish monthly customer feedback on internet-ink as well. Check out what you the customers are saying about the website and products.

There is absolutely nothing negative about using internet-ink. The goods are excellent and so is the service.Well done! I keep coming back!!!!

Very easy site to navigate around,always on time.Real value for money.

I have used this Company for some years now and have always been satisfied with both quality and delivery. Unlike other compatible inks the colours are the same as the originals. Please keep up the service.

Internet-ink was recommended to me and I continue to come back to the web site because I have found their products excellent value and their discount for returning customers is a real bonus.They come highly recommended from me.

Prices even cheaper than eight months ago. I keep coming back to buy from you - that should say enough!!

Just as it said on the website with price, delivery and ongoing communication. No issues or concerns, just what I wanted.

Excellent service all around. It arrived on time and the website is very user-friendly. Confirmation via email was instant. Highly recommended.

Great for quality and value for money. Easy to understand and use the website. Fantastic service - quality products - great prices!What more could I ask for?

Fantastic I ordered some ink on a Friday lunchtime , the following day the postman popped them through my letterbox, how fantastic was that ? I would certainly recommend internet ink to all my friends . thank you.

Kodak Displays Its IC-307 Ink Controllers At Graph Expo 2011

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:48:39 +0100

Kodak has displayed its newest CREO Colour Servers on Konica Minolta bizhub printer ink devices at Graph Expo 2011.

The firm showcased its IC-307 controllers on the machines at the tradeshow to highlight the efficiency of the latest software.

According to Kodak, the newest systems can significantly improve the overall productivity and performance in printer ink devices.

Konica Minolta also praised the efficiency of the IC-307 servers at the event.

Chris O'Connor, vice president in the global business group at Kodak, added: "The advantages delivered by the IC-307 demonstrate how customers can use the benefits of digital printing to increase their earning potential.

Recently, Kodak's printer ink devices were given industry recognition with three Combined Must See 'em and Encore Awards at Graph Expo 2011.

The firm's PROPSER S20 Imprinting System, PROPSER S10 Imprinting System and TRILLIAN SP Thermal Plates were honoured with the accolades at the tradeshow event.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Ricoh Unveils Its New ProTM C751 Series Printer Ink Range

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:46:12 +0100

Printer ink firm Ricoh has unveiled its new range of ProTM C751 Series digital print presses at Stationers' Hall for the UK market.

The company claims its latest devices can provide users with best-in-class ink resolutions and accurate documents through its innovative VCSEL (Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser) technology.

On top of this, Ricoh noted that there are three models available in its new printer ink production printer range, including the Pro C651EX and ProC751EX scanner machines and the Pro C751 printer only product.

Stephen Palmer, production print director at Ricoh, said: "Adding the Pro C751 Series expands our ability to meet the needs of the important light production sector, helping clients to achieve their business development goals and manage operational efficiency."

He stated that the latest technology can offer many businesses benefits within the fast-changing printer ink marketplace.

Recently, Ricoh's Process Efficiency Index revealed that almost a third of UK companies still lose important documents during the production process and a fifth do not have an audit trail facility.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Kodak Releases Improved Ink Workflow Software

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:41:24 +0100

Kodak has released a variety of new ink software designed to improve the document workflow in various businesses.

The firm believes its new PRIN ERGY EVO Workflow Systems and COLOURFLOW Software can provide users with a reliable service.

Furthermore, Kodak states that the two products can improve document production times, increase efficiency and drive profitability for organisations.

"We recognise that our customers make a significant investment to maximise the efficiencies of their prepress workflows, and we want to deliver the best return possible on that investment," said Steve Miller, global category manager at Kodak.

Recently, the ink and technology manufacturer released its new version of the VERSAMARK Printing System, which it believes can significantly improve document production times in organisations.

Isidre Rosello, general manager in digital printing solutions at the firm, stated that the latest device can also provide users with improved colour functions, as well as helping them grow their businesses.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Epson Toner Cartridges At Internet Ink

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 16:39:13 +0100

Epson toner cartridges are available at Internet-ink, with both the original toners and the compatible versions available. With a massive selection on high quality toners for the Aculaser, EPL and Action Laser toner cartridges you wouldn't want to miss out.

Internet-ink have been working with Epson toner cartridges for over 10 years and have in that time created and developed a range of Epson toners at the best price for the consumer with quality toners. You can search by the toner or printer in order to find the right cartridge for you and your printer.

Check out the Epson toner cartridge range at Internet-ink.co.uk and see how much you could save.

Pete Tobin

Samsung CLX-3185FW Outperform Inkjet Cartridges Alternatives

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 10:05:09 +0100

Samsung's UK Print Division has announced that the firm's CLX-3185FW laser printer has beaten alternative machines which use inkjet cartridges in testing.

The firm commissioned the independent Buyers Laboratory Inc (BLI) to compare the performance of three inkjet printers against the CLX-3185FW's newer technology and rate the printers on colour density, gloss, impact of highlighter overwriting, water fastness and drying time.

In a statement to USP magazine, Dion Smith, general manager at Samsung UK Print Division, said: "We know that more and more people are now working from home and we want to highlight that laser printers can provide better quality for their home office."

She added that businesses "can't afford not to use laser printers" and should look to upgrading their hardware.

Earlier this week, it was announced that three of Xerox printer ink presses will include the latest EFI Fiery System 10 technology. The models included are the Xerox 800/1000 and 700i and 700 digital colour machines.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Edible Ink Secret To Soon-to-be-launched 3D Food Printers

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 10:00:30 +0100

Printer technology has rapidly leapt forward in recent years – as the development of the 3D food printer demonstrates.

The device, produced by US startup firm Essential Dynamics uses edible printer inks in order to create tasty morsels through the gadget.

Company founder Jamil Yosefzai commented: "As time passes, 3D food printing will go from novelty…to utility…to indispensability."

The Essential Dynamics product is set to launch in the near future, with a $1,000 (£635) price tag initially – but scientists from Cornell Creative Machines Lab (CCML) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are also battling to bring the technology to life.

Hod Lipson, head of the CCML lab, told fastcompany.com: "It's a huge 'design space,' and the combination of tastes and textures, geometries and colours that can be achieved is enormous."

Last week, HP unveiled 13 new products at the Printing Conference in Shanghai – one of which was a multi-function printer capable of scanning 3D images.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

UK Workers Printing Less Documents This Year

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 08:45:40 +0100

British workers are printing less business documents than 12 months ago in a bid to be more environmentally friendly.

This is according to research by printer ink firm Lexmark, which found that 73 per cent of respondents to its poll stated they made less paper copies of emails this year than they did in 2010.

Meanwhile, a further 53 per cent stated that they had cut back on printing general company and marketing documents.

However, in some cases the green message was ignored, with over 60 per cent admitting they forgot to change their machines to the duplex setting, which is more environmentally friendly and cost efficient as it prints on both sides.

Gary Bourland, country general manager for Lexmark, added: "It is heartening to see from this poll that over the past year people have been more environmentally conscious and are now printing less in their everyday tasks."

Lexmark recently released its T650 Series scanner, which it claims improves the efficiency of a number of its printer ink devices as an add-on feature.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Printer Ink Company HP Develop Web Printers

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:51:42 +0100

Technology firm HP is planning to make greater use of cloud-based technologies in ink printers, prompting the world's largest technology firm to write the next chapter in the e-printer market.

Unlike conventional printers, HP's web-connected models will be fully connected to the web, complete with their own email addresses that users can access from anywhere in the world to send documents for printing.

"The conventional printer market is mature and has low margins because of price wars, but this is a new business model," said Vyomesh Joshi, executive vice-president for the imaging and printing group of HP. Mr Joshi said global web-connected printer sales are expected to reach 50 million units by 2012, up from an expected 20 million this year.

HP is introducing the e-print home and Biz mobile applications serving mobile handsets operating on Google's Android system, Apple's iOS and Symbian.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

HP Launches Ink Cartridge App

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 08:47:10 +0100

HP has launched a new app with a built-in scanning feature in a bid to prevent consumers buying fake ink cartridges.

The new eSupplies app, available on iOS devices, will help people prevent printer damage through use of counterfeit products.

According to cnet.com, HP claims that 58 per cent of customers in China who purchase the bogus products do so unknowingly, but this can be prevented when they use the new application.

It has a built-in QR code scanner, which is able to identify whether the ink cartridge is authentic.

Furthermore, it can help tell the customer which cartridge will be suitable for their printer and offers an option to purchase online.

These cartridges may come in useful for the new range of printers launched this week by HP.

Five of the best free iPhone printing apps were recently highlighted by PC Advisor. It recommended HP ePrint Home & Biz, Canon Easy PhotoPrint and the Epson iPrint, among others.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Solent Jet Ski Safari Hire

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 08:11:49 +0100

Jet Ski Hire In The Solent

Solent Charters are happy to announce the introduction our "Tom & Jerry", a pair of Sea Doo jet ski bikes that will add to their range of rib speedboats and flybridge motor yachts based on the English south coast in the Solent.
Groups of up to 10 guests can enjoy a rib speedboat and jet ski hire experience with RYA qualified instructor on hand to train and ensure safe use of the equipment.

Kodak Unveil New Printer Range

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 11:20:44 +0100

Kodak has unveiled a new range of printers that are compatible with Google Cloud PrintReady.

The four all-in-one printers, Hero 5.1, Hero 7.1, Hero 9.1 and Office Hero 6.1 allow users to print documents and photos from anywhere in the world using any device connected to the internet, without the need of a PC or drivers.

Users will also be able to use Kodak Email PrintReady to send printing jobs and receive prints from third parties.

The new printers come complete with Kodak's proprietary pigment-based printer ink that is longer lasting than regular ink cartridges and is smudge, water and fade resistant.

Moreover, the printers feature Kodak's Smart Sensor technology, which predicts the time it will take to complete a job and automatically identifies paper, size and amount.

The Hero 5.1, Hero 7.1 and Hero 9.1 all have a print resolution of 9600 optimised dpi, while the Hero 6.1 prints at 4800 optimised dpi. The 7.1 and 9.1 both feature touch screen technology, while the Office Hero 6.1 comes with automatic copying, scanning, faxing and two-sided printing.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Launches Small-in-one Printer

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:25:07 +0100

Epson has unveiled a new, small, all-in-one printer aimed at space-conscious consumers.

The so-called "small-in-one" Epson Stylus NX430 printer measures in at just 15.4 inches by 11.8 inches by 5.7 inches and weighs nine pounds.

Epson's new miniature offering is significantly smaller than other AIO printers and comes with fully integrated wireless connectivity, which allows users to print directly from their network.

The NX430 also supports cloud printing and comes with a 2.5-inch LCD screen and smart touch panel for selecting and printing photos. The printer features a separate colour ink cartridge that is smear and smudge-resistant.

Kristi Lanzit, Epson's product manager of consumer ink jets, said: "Consumers will be amazed with the compact size and powerful performance of the Epson Stylus NX430.

"The name small-in-one says it all; no other printer offers such great performance in a small size - guaranteed."

Kodak has also recently unveiled a range of printers that feature smudge-free ink - the Hero range, which is compatible with Google Cloud PrintReady.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Google Cloud Print Allows Wireless Printing To Epson Machines

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 16:01:48 +0100

Google Cloud Print will soon be compatible with Epson printer ink devices, according to the office supplies giant.

It said that its major new models will work with the application from autumn 2011, allowing people on the move to print out documents at any time and from anywhere in the world.

Those using Gmail and Google Docs for mobile will be able to access the wireless solution, while Chromebook users will also be able to churn out documents without the need to install any drivers or have any cables plugged in.

Ian Cameron, general manager of global communications at Epson, said: "Epson is all about providing customers with the maximum possible value. Combining Epson's state-of-the-art printers for enterprise and the home together with the options offered by Google Cloud Print, liberates busy Epson customers by allowing them to print whenever and from wherever they want."

According to Google, cloud printing has "tremendous benefits" to end users and for the industry as a whole, and is going to become the norm in the coming years.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Announces AirPrint Compatibility

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 14:04:59 +0100

Epson has announced that printer ink users will soon be able to churn out documents from their Apple devices over a wireless connection.

It said that AirPrint will be supported on most major models of the firm's inkjet printers from later this month. This will mean that people using an iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch can connect to an Epson machine and send emails or documents for printing.

Ian Cameron, general manager of global communications at the company, said: "We're delighted users of Epson's AirPrint-enabled printers will now be able to print directly from their iOS devices. With AirPrint, no software or setup is required, so documents, photos and emails can be quickly and easily printed to any AirPrint-enabled Epson printer."

AirPrint can be used on the original iPad, iPad 2, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and iPod Touch third generation, providing the devices are running iOS 4.2 or later. Apple added that AirPrint works with Safari, Mail, Photos, iWork, PDFs in iBooks and other third-party applications.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Toner Cartridges Should Be Considered For Home Computing

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 14:39:06 +0100

Brits with a home computing setup have been told to consider a combination of toner cartridges and laser printers if they are looking to save money.

A letter to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette asked what the best ways were of cutting down on ink usage and expense.

The reply stated that a monochrome option was one choice to reduce the amount of money spent on ink, although the toner unit will need to be replaced once in a while.

"If you do use colour at home, my recommendation is to have two printers. Get a colour all-in-one for scanning and colour printing and the laser for everything else. This is what I have done for years, and it works great," advised the publication's expert.

They added that a laser printer is capable of saving home technology fans money, while also making the process of document production hassle-free.

Recently, HP released its smallest multifunction LaserJet Pro 100, which is capable of printing, scanning and copying information from one machine.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Larger Ink Cartridges Make Epson New WorkForce Series More Efficient

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 10:04:07 +0100

Epson has launched three new printer ink devices aimed at speeding up production times and cutting costs for small businesses.

The Epson WorkCentre WP-4530 all-in-one and the WorkCentre WP-4020 ink jet printer can benefit firms with their extra-large capacity ink cartridges.

According to the manufacturer, this new innovation can help save companies up to 50 per cent on their printer ink costs and they can deliver fast single and double-sided documents.

Rodrigo Catalan, senior product manager at Epson, added: "All three models offer low running cost for high print volume needs, perform at twice the speed of leading inkjet printers and boast easy-to-operate features for producing high quality documents."

Epson recently launched a new package with its award-winning 17-inch Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy printer ink device, which it claims will provide users with a complete document processing solution with high colour fidelity, smooth tonal transitions and extraordinary longevity.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Lexmark Launches Its New Printer Ink Basecamp SmartSolution

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 08:52:10 +0100

Companies looking to make the printer ink environment in their offices more efficient could be interested in the Basecamp SmartSolution from Lexmark.

Tony Lomax, product marketing manager at the firm, told PCadvisor.co.uk that the new technology could significantly help organisations, especially those with field-based employees.

According to Lexmark, the device allows people to directly view and print documents from one of its all-in-one touchscreen machines without being connected to a computer.

Mr Lomax said: "It is a collaborative tool which enables employees to have direct access to shared workflow, all from our industry-leading, web-enabled, touch screen all-in-one inkjet devices."

Recently, Toshiba selected Lexmark's Fleet Manager 2.0 software to deliver the enhanced managed print services at its offices.

The company claims the latest innovative technology will help optimise various areas of its business, while simultaneously reducing costs and improving productivity by providing a network of locally attached devices to help manage their services.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Printer Ink firm Xerox Upgrades Its FreeFlow VI Suite

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:27:15 +0100

Companies wanting to make their printer ink processes more efficient could benefit from new upgrades for the Xerox FreeFlow Variable Information (VI) Suite.

According to the firm, businesses using the new system can significantly find it easier to create, design and personalise prints for their organisation.

Furthermore, Xerox claims FreeFlow VI allows companies to cut down production times, save on costs and reduce their carbon footprint.

On top of this, the system can be used on a number of printer ink environments, making it simple for firms to produce documents from detailed balance sheets through to marketing posters and more.

Recently, north-east based Potts Print installed the Xerox 4112 Enterprise Printing System into its site at Cramlington, Northumberland.

Ian White, technical services director at the firm, added: "Since working with Xerox, the demand for digital print and direct mail work has increased so much that in the space of six months we’ve had to recruit three new staff members."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Cenveo Invests In A HP Indigo W7200 Digital Printer Ink Press

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:25:43 +0100

Cenveo has announced it has invested in a HP Indigo W7200 Digital Press in order to improve its printer ink environment and develop its document production processes.

The company believes that the new device will upgrade its short-run publishing capabilities in the future.

John Riecher, vice-president in graphics business solutions at HP, said: "An organisation like Cenveo, with its years of expertise in digital colour printing, knows what it wants when it comes to installing an offset-quality digital press that can deliver results.

"The HP Indigo W7200 brings more value to the publishers and marketers Cenveo serves," he added.

Recently, HP announced that in the last 12 months its commercial printer ink unit sales increased by seven per cent.

Leo Apotheker, president and chief executive at the company, noted that HP is taking bold transformative steps to improve its position in the information economy and will ensure long-term shareholder values at the company and enhance products for its consumers.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

New Epson PX730WD And Epson PX830FWD Printers

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:21:21 +0100

Epson's latest printer range sees the introduction of the latest in the PX series printers with the lauch of the Epson PX730WD and the Epson PX830FWD . The new printers are ideal for photo and delivering lab qulaity photos form the comfort of your own home. Ideal for office or home use the Epson Stylus PX730WD and PX830FWD combine printing, scanning, copying and faxing. The ink cartridges for the new printers include the T0791 and the T0801 series inks.

John James

HP VirtualSystem For VMware Can Improve IT And Printer Ink Environments

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:43:44 +0100

HP has announced the launch of its VirtualSystem for VMware, which it claims will significantly improve infrastructure and workload speeds for companies.

The printer ink and technology manufacturer believes that this system for cloud computing users can make it easier for businesses to store and access documents and information.

According to HP, this virtualisation technology makes it simpler for users to identify system errors and improve the management in various areas of their organisation from consulting and planning through to workflow deployment and support services

Paul Miller, vice-president of systems and solutions at HP, said: "Virtualisation has become mainstream for clients, but there are obstacles to broad deployment.

"With HP VirtualSystem for VMware, clients can simplify and scale their virtualisation deployments to provide a clear path to the cloud."

Recently, Cenveo announced that it has invested in a HP Indigo W7200 Digital Press in order to make its printer ink environment more efficient and cost effective.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Jet Mail Services Installs Three Konica Minolta C8000 Printer Ink Devices

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:08:34 +0100

Jet Mail Services has expanded its printer ink portfolio and significantly improved its overall productivity after installing three Konica Minolta bizhub Press C8000 digital devices.

The company decided to invest in the latest products from the toner cartridge firm because it was looking for new applications to develop its document processing capabilities.

Since the three machines were installed in July this year, Jet Mail Services has not only taken on new clients but noted a significant improvement in the quality of its output.

"Speed and quality are our leading competitive differentiators and the Konica Minolta digital presses can manage the high volumes and deliver the high-quality output that our customers have come to expect," Ed Kohler, president of the firm, said.

Recently, Konica Minolta's bizhub Press C8000 digital print production system received the Exceptional 5-Star rating from the Business Equipment Research and Test Laboratories for its speed, efficiency and image quality.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Firm Canon Launches Two Wireless AIO PIXMA Products

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:21:27 +0100

Printer ink firm Canon has introduced two new cost-effective and energy-efficient devices to its PIXMA series.

According to the firm, its PIXMA MG8220 and PIXMA MG6220 All-In-One (AIO) models are perfect for any avid photo printer.

On top of this, the devices allow people to produce scanned, copied and printed documents at an affordable price.

Canon also noted that users can send their images directly to one of its PIXMA products straight from their smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop once they have downloaded the company's Easy-PhotoPrint app.

Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager at the organisation, said: "We feel the upgrades made for these two PIXMA AIO models provide consumers with a host of new features without forgoing our high-quality output."

Canon recently noted that its imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5000 series multifunction printers received the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers' Common Criteria Certification for conforming to its 2600.1 security standard.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

New SCX 4729FD Mono Laser Printer Launched By Samsung

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:09:02 +0100

Samsung's latest range of printer ink products can improve office production capabilities with eco-friendly devices, it has been claimed.

According to the company, the Samsung SCX-4729FD printer can provide small businesses with fast print speeds and a sleek design, as well as significantly revolutionising their office's performance.

On top of this, the firm has released three wireless devices with the SCX-4729FW, ML-2955ND and the ML-2955DW, which have a built-in duplexing system and are extremely quiet.

Samsung noted that its new models have an eco-mode that can help companies reduce their ink and toner cartridges use.

Peter Richardson, manager of printer ink marketing at the organisation, said: "Samsung develops printers that provide consumers with ease-of-use while still maintaining style and versatility that benefit home and small business owners, and continue to position Samsung as a leader in the printer industry."

Recently, Samsung released its Mobile Print application that is available to iPhone users and designed to sync with the firm's various printer ink devices and models.

Xerox DocuShare Can Improve Schools Printer Ink Systems

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:55:40 +0100

Xerox's DocuShare system has helped numerous educational establishments improve the efficiency of their printer ink environments, it has been claimed.

According to Xerox, many schools have improved such digital processes as student enrolment, payroll and data storage after installing the device.

On top of this, the technology has helped administrators at various institutions save money and time with their document productions.

David Smith, vice-president in DocuShare at Xerox said: "Educators are being stretched thinner than ever before – and there’s just not enough time to get everything done efficiently.

"DocuShare simplifies important day-to-day activities, improves compliance requirements and reduces costs so educators can concentrate on student readiness."

Recently, research by IDC revealed that many organisations can reduce their printer ink expenses by around 30 per cent if they make changes in five key areas.

These include alterations in the way firms store data, run administration, environmental sustainability, the IT service desk and their organisational productivity.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Taws Printers Invests In Two Ricoh Ink Devices

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:35:44 +0100

Taws Printers has completed its investment in two printer ink products from Ricoh to help strengthen its document production processes.

The firm has bought a Ricoh Pro C901S Graphic Arts Edition colour press and a pro 907EX black-and-white device to boost its digital operations

Vish Patel, owner of Taws Printers, added: "We have been closely monitoring Ricoh's progress in the professional print sector and believe the company has an understanding of the digital print requirements an existing litho print supplier needs."

Professional print solutions marketing manager at Ricoh, Karen Lawrence, said that the firm has worked for a number of years with Taws Printers to deliver efficient presses to improve the company's document workflows.

Ricoh's customer sustainability programme recently won the top prize in the European Foundation for Quality Management's (EFQM) Sustainability Good Practice Competition.

According to the EFQM judging panel, it received the honour for its excellent ethical mindset, clear values and high standards in improving printer ink environments.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Kodak And IDEAlliance To Provide Printer Ink Service Webinars

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 09:03:18 +0100

Kodak and IDEAlliance have teamed up to provide online webinars to help printer ink providers improve their business efficiency.

The six session series entitled "From Print Service to Solution Provider" will be hosted for free on IdeasOnline.

According to Kodak, industry professionals and experts will demonstrate how firms can capitalise on their printer ink operations, processes and increase their overall return on investment.

The first webinar was on Thursday (August 18th) and they will run through to December 8th.

Judy Pribe, vice-president of Kodak's business solutions and services unit, said: "Kodak is committed to working with its customers to ensure success on every level.

"This webinar series will provide an ideal forum to interact with customers and show them how to leverage today’s digital technologies to increase productivity and foster business growth."

Recently, Kodak revealed that in its second quarter business results for 2011, consumer and commercial inkjet packages and solutions increased by 22 per cent.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson 790 Printer Ink Cartridges Review

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:28:17 +0100

The Epson 790 is part of the Epson Photo series printers using the T007 and T008 ink cartridges. With an array of colours the Epson 790 printer prints vibrant colourful prints and sharp, clean black and white prints.

Due to the large workload of this printer it has a tendency to block the jets occasionally with a general cleaning cartridge needed to unblock the print heads in order to continue printing.

The Epson Stylus 790 is on off a number of Epson photo series printers taking this type of cartridge including the Epson 825, Epson 890 , Epson 915.

Overall the Epson Stlus Photo 790 is a smart printer offering photolab style prints and fast internet and text printing.

New Faber Castell Loom Series Available At Internet-ink

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:15:15 +0100

A brand new series of Faber-Castell pens is now available at Internet-ink! We stock all 6 colours of the Faber-Castell Loom range of pens - all available in pencil, ballpoint pen, and rollerball pen varieties. Colour available are Metallic Silver, Metallic Blue, Metallic Purple, Metallic Orange, Piano Black, and Piano White.

The new Faber-Castell Loom pen series includes both luminous colours and puristic elegance. The Loom series is characterised by its conical shape and high-contrast matt and gloss effects. The Loom 'Metallic' series adds some colourful luminosity to your writing pad or desk, while the Loom 'Piano' series has a classical elegance with shafts of pure white or black.

The Faber-Castell Loom series is compatible with the Faber-Castell ink and pencil refills also available here at Internet-ink.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Firms Can Save On Their Energy Costs By Turning Printer Ink Devices Off

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:56:09 +0100

Companies looking to save money on their energy consumption could improve their efficiency by making changes to their printer ink environment.

This is according to Business Cost Consultants, which claims that small alterations such as turning off inkjet and laser printers, PC monitors, photocopiers and scanners in the evening can significantly reduce the amount of electricity being wasted in offices.

On top of this, the company noted that informing and teaching the workforce about these eco-friendly techniques will help ensure energy savings can be made.

Donald Maclean, managing director at Business Cost Consultants, said: "Staff should also be encouraged to print double-sided to reduce wastage and use email as much as possible to reduce the need to print."

Recently, Which? noted that businesses should not pay for extra features on printer ink devices that they will not use.

However, Katie Waller, senior researcher at the firm, noted that one system that is useful is auto duplexing. This technology helps people to save on paper costs by automatically printing on both sides of sheets.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

New Sheaffer Intensity Pen Range On Sale

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:49:58 +0100

Now available at Internet-ink is the new Sheaffer Intensity pen range, which are also part of the massive Sheaffer sale!

The Sheaffer Intensity pen range is a distinctive range of slim all-metal pens with some unusual and polished quality finishes. Available as fountain pen, rollerball or ballpoint, all Sheaffer Intensity pens are presented in Sheaffer presentation giftboxes. Sheaffer pens are compatible with our large range of Sheaffer refills, ink, and accesories.

Xerox To Provide Cisco with managed Printer Ink Services And Solutions

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:02:18 +0100

Xerox will manage the printer operations for the Cisco workforce to improve the firm's document production solutions.

The printer ink company will service over 460 of Cisco's offices in a bid to reduce the company's costs and improve its print environment by 20 per cent.

According to Xerox, it will install its enterprise print services, which is a cloud-based platform, into the Cisco's production system that will allow employees to securely send documents to any machine from any device, anytime and anywhere.

Sheila Jordan, vice-president in communication and collaboration in IT at Cisco, said: "The new print environment will help employees make cost effective and environmentally sensitive printing decisions on a daily basis, and give them access to printed documents when they travel to another office, or even to a hotel."

Recently, Xerox appointed Martin Boyle as the general manger for its operations in Scotland and Ireland, where he will lead the company's direct and indirect sales teams.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Cheap High Capacity Brother LC1280 XL Compatible Inks Available

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:26:17 +0100

Extra High Capacity compatible Brother ink cartridges are now available for the LC1280 XL printer ink range. These LC1280XL compatible inks are designed to work flawlessly with the Brother MFC-J6510SE and Brother MFC-J6710DW and produce perfect prints everytime.

The new compatible LC1280 XL printer ink series includes the following cartridges:

Brother LC1280 XL Black Compatible Ink Cartridge
Brother LC1280 XL Cyan Compatible Ink Cartridge
Brother LC1280 XL Magenta Compatible Ink Cartridge
Brother LC1280 XL Yellow Compatible Ink Cartridge

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

New Compatible Brother LC1240 High Capacity Printer Inks Now Available

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:10:40 +0100

Just in, we now have available high quality, high capacity compatible Brother LC1240 series printer ink cartridges. This set of 4 new compatible printer cartridges are designed to work flawlessly with a select range of Brother MFC series printers, including the Brother MFC-J6510DE and the Brother MFC-J6910DW inkjet printers.

Our new Brother compatible LC1240 series printer inks print up to twice the amount pages as the original Brother LC1240 ink cartridges (600 pages compared to 1200 pages). Not only have our compatible inks got more ink, they are also cheaper, meaning you get amazing value for money!

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Epson launches Its Stylus Pro 3880 Printer Ink Bundle

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 09:08:52 +0100

Epson has released its Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition, which has been designed specifically for artists and photographers.

The firm's latest bundle includes the award-winning 17-inch printer ink device and six Epson Signature Worthy papers, which it claims are perfect for people wanting to create spectacular looking prints.

According to Epson, the printer ink package will provide users with the finest colour fidelity, tonal transitions, extraordinary longevity and black density.

Richard Day, product manager at the firm, noted: "Epson's Signature Worthy collection was created to work in harmony with Epson Stylus Pro printers and ink, and pairing the papers with the award-winning Epson Stylus Pro 3880 gives professionals a unique solution."

Recentl, Epson released its PayFirst Solutions bundle, which includes the ReadyPrint T20 and TM-T70 printers, as part of its wireless point-of-service (POS) package.

According to the company, its POS devices are easy to use and deliver fast, reliable and superior mobile production speeds when compared to other machines on the market.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Ink Cartridge Firms Epson Stylus Photo R3000 Printer Wins EISA Honour

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:59:33 +0100

Ink cartridge manufacturer and electronic firm Epson has been awarded the honour of 'European Printer 2011/12' at the European Imaging and Sound Association's (EISA) annual ceremony.

The company received the accolade for its Epson Stylus Photo R3000 printer product for its professional image quality, high-capacity inks and fast production speeds.

According to the EISA judging panel, the device is ideal for both professional photographers and advanced amateurs wanting documents produced to a high-resolution finish.

Katrina Timmis, channel manager at Epson, said: "The Epson Stylus Photo R3000 was launched after listening to customers’ feedback, and incorporated features such as high capacity ink cartridges and improved fine art paper feed as requested.

"This award is testimony to our success and expertise in producing high-quality professional products," she added.

Epson recently released two new all-in-one printer models with its Artisan 837 and Artisan 730 wireless devices, which it claims offers people high-quality prints, fast speeds and a reliable service.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer Ink Firm Ricoh Wins Oekom Research Prime Status

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:56:37 +0100

Printer ink firm Ricoh has been awarded 'Prime' status by oekom research for its product reusability and recycling work.

The company was honoured with the accolade after implementing an ambitious programme to reduce the energy consumption of its devices and trying to extend the life of its products.

On top of this, Ricoh has stated that by 2050, it aims to reduce its environmental impact by 87.5 per cent when compared to its levels in 2000.

The head of corporate social responsibility at Ricoh, James Deacon, added: "We are delighted to be independently recognised by oekom research for our activities, and pledge to further our commitment to society and the environment.

Recently, the ink manufacturer Ricoh released a new A4 desktop printer, which it claims is highly productive, reliable and affordable.

The firm's Aficio SP 4310N is a black-and-white device designed specifically for small offices and workgroups in large organisations.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

France Affiches Expands Its Printer Ink Services With New HP Products

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:41:15 +0100

France Affiches, a specialist in large format graphics, has invested in a new printer ink product from HP.

The company has bought the HP Scitex XP5100 printer as part of a new business programme.

Chief executive of France Affiches, Angelina Fontana, added: "The speed of the HP Scitex XP5100 Printer increases our capacity, while its versatility enables us to extend our applications offering to customers seeking a broader service from one supplier."

Recently, the ink cartridge company HP announced that during the first quarter of 2011, it sold around three million printer ink product units in India.

Vyomesh Joshi, executive vice president in imaging and printing group at HP, added that the innovation of web-connected and cloud printing has helped push this sales growth and by the end of 2011 it hopes over 20 million units will be sold.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Canon Pixma MP499 Printer Ink Product Perfect For The Home Office

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:16:01 +0100

Canon ink customers looking for a new printer could like the firm's new Canon Pixma MP499 device.

According to Canon, its latest multifunction printer is perfect for scanning and copying documents.

The company noted that the device provides people with fast production speeds, high-quality and efficiency. On top of this, users can benefit from its wireless connectivity for sharing the printer ink device on an office network.

Recently, Canon teamed up with EFI to provide customers with a new mobile solution that allows people to send prints directly from their Apple iPad, iPhone and iPod touch devices to the firm's imageRUNNER office systems.

Sam Yoshida, vice president and general manager at Canon, added: "The combination of Canon’s imageRUNNER ADVANCE technology with EFI’s direct mobile print solution creates an easy, intuitive way for Apple device users to automatically discover a Fiery-based printer on their Wi-Fi network and print with the touch of one button."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Epson BX300F Ink Cartridges Printer Review

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:13:13 +0100

The Epson Stylus Office BX300F printer uses the Epson T0711 - T0714 ink cartridge series with the T0715 saver packs available. The BX300F is an all-in-one efficient machine that can print, copy and fax and is ideal for any type of office and home use.

The ink cartridges for this printer are affordable and long lastings with both originals and compatible inks available depending on the customers preference. The originals use Epson DURABrite ink which is highly durable and resistant to fading , smudges and water.

The Epson BX300F is energy efficient and uses less power than a quarter of a standard light bulbs energy. With its sleek and compact design the BX300F with the T0715 ink cartridges is more than value for money.

John James

Brother Launches Its DCP-J125 Printer Ink Series

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:56:22 +0100

Ink cartridge customers looking for a printer that can provide them with cheap, reliable running costs could like the Brother DCP-J125 injet printer.

According to Cliff Joseph, a technology specialist at PC Advisor, the machine is sturdy and can look good in any bedroom, home or office.

He noted that the DCP-J125 also has a built-in scanner and copier and can be connected to via USB cables or wirelessly.

On top of this, Brother estimates that the model can print up to 33 pages per minute for mono documents and 27 pages per minute for colour files.

Recently, Brother released its HL-2250DN laser printer, which the company claims is easy to use, produces good quality text prints and looks good in any office.

The company added that the product is available for around £100 and can print documents at a rate of 20 pages per minute in both colour and black and white.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Firm Dell Can Help Firms Cut Back On Administrative Costs

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:31:06 +0100

Printer ink customers looking for a way to cut down on their administrative costs could be interested in a new partnership between Dell and ikaSystems.

The deal has been designed to provide businesses with services to help reduce their operational costs by using cloud-based technology.

On top of this, the firms claim the latest innovation can help streamline company processes and make organisations more efficient.

Tim Quigley, executive director at Dell, added: "We found ikaSystems to provide the best offering to help payers easily and cost-effectively reduce administrative costs, streamline operations and meet regulations, and we are pleased to work together to serve our customers."

Dell recently released its 1350cnw compact laser printer, which it claims is easy to use and can provide firms with fast document production times.

On top of this, the company noted it does not cost a fortune to buy and can give people high-quality prints.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Xerox Launches Its New 7142 MFP Printer Ink Device

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:37:18 +0100

Xerox's latest wide format printer ink device could provide customers with the perfect document production they have been looking for.

According to Xerox, its 7142 multifunctional printer (MFP) delivers detail-rich image quality for copying, scanning and printing.

On top of this, the company believes the latest device could be perfect for architects engineers, construction companies, commercial print shops and more to deliver affordable colour technical documents.

"The Xerox 7142 joins an extensive range of Xerox wide format devices that are available from an increasing number of Xerox resellers across Europe," said Howard Witt, wide format manager at Xerox.

He added that the latest printer ink system is extremely easy to use and can produce great results for users.

Recently, north east firm Potts Print noted that it had improved its digital printer ink business after installing the Xerox 4112 Enterprise Printing System and Xerox 700 Digital Colour Press at its site in Cramlington, Northumberland.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP Officejet 7500A Is Perfect Printer Ink Product

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:48:19 +0100

Ink customers looking for a new printer could be interested in HP's latest Officejet 7500A printer device.

The firm noted that its new multifunction product is a compact all-in-one printer that allows people to scan, copy and print at fast speeds.

On top of this, HP claims it is easy to use with its touch screen controls. The company added that users can connect to the device either wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable.

Niall Magennis, a technology specialist, told Reviews.cnet.co.uk: "The HP Officejet 7500A can not only handle larger paper sizes, but also produces good results at affordable prices, even when working with standard A4 sheets. All in all, it sets a new benchmark for affordable, medium-format, multi-function printers."

HP recently released the Officejet 100 printer ink product, which it believes is ideal for small office users and mobile workers.

The company added people can also print from either Bluetooth connections or directly from USB cables.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Invests In Green Ink Cartridge Production Processes

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:41:25 +0100

Hewlett-Packard (HP) has started research into how to make ink cartridge production more sustainable and viable in the future.

According to HP, during the recycling process of ink cartridges, the separation of plastics is the most significant stage.

Since HP started recycling products in 2005, it has produced over one billion ink cartridges up until July 2011.

Annuka Dickens, head of environmental management at HP, told The Times of India: "HP now manufactures 3.5 products every second. But we realise bigger does not always mean better."

HP recently released its smallest colour multifunction printer with its LaserJet Pro 100, which allows people to copy, scan and print documents all from one place.

The firm stated that the device is environmentally friendly and can deliver energy savings for customers through its HP Auto-Off and Instant-on Technology.

On top of this, computer users can connect to the printer wirelessly or via Ethernet.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Epson Launches Two New Artisan Printer Ink Products

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:43:10 +0100

Epson's latest printer ink products could be perfect for photo and technology enthusiasts, it has been claimed.

According to the firm, the Epson Artisan 837 and Artisan 730 wireless all-in-one printers can provide consumers with fast, reliable and high-quality prints.

The company added that people can produce documents in under ten seconds and the machines allow them to print, scan and share images directly from their Apple iPhone, tablet or other mobile devices.

Gregg Brunnick, group product manager at Epson, stated: "Whether printing elegant invitations, newsletters, portraits, or colouring book pages for the kids, the Artisan 837 and 730 deliver premium quality results every time."

"The latest series of Artisan models also offer a range of on-the-go printing capabilities and convenience," he added.

Recently, Epson released its PowerLite 1221 and PowerLite 1261W projectors, which it claims could be perfect for technology enthusiasts looking to showcase bright and true-to-life colour presentations.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Increase In Cyber Crime Attacks According To Ink Cartridge Firm HP

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 08:56:36 +0100

Hewlett-Packard (HP), the ink cartridge manufacturer and computer maker, has revealed that cyber attacks are a growing threat to businesses and government organisations.

The firm's second annual Cost of Cyber Crime Study, conducted by the Ponemon Institute, revealed that the average cost of threats against companies has increased by 56 per cent since last year.

Tom Reilly, vice president and general manager in enterprise security at HP, said: "Instances of cybercrime have continued to increase in both frequency and sophistication, with the potential impact to an organisation’s financial health becoming more substantial."

He added that the most affected firms are those that have reduced their security and risk management technologies.

Ink cartridge company HP recently released its latest multifunction laser printer range with its LaserJet Pro 100 colour multifunctional product, M175nw, which it claims is perfect for small and medium-sized businesses.

The firm noted its latest product can help improve print, copy and scanning capabilities for various companies.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Epson Releases New WorkCentre Pro Inkjet Printer Range

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:33:06 +0100

As part of a new approach to its business range, Epson has developed a large selection of new single and multi-function printers specifically designed to offer high quality output, durability and cost and energy efficiency to small and medium-sized businesses.

The WorkForce Pro WP-4015 DN and WP-4025 DW are single-function printers; while the Epson WorkForce Pro WP-4515 DN, WP-4525 DNF, WP-4535 DWF, and WP-4545 DTWF are a series of multi-function printers offering laser-like looks and performance, combined with great reliability and up to 50 percent lower cost per page than competitive lasers.

The Epson WorkCentre Pro series features a print resolution of 4800x1200dpi - much higher than comparative lasers for clearer text and sharper images. These products will be available in September 2011.

Posted by Anya Hawke.

Two New Samsung Laser Printers Can Help Business Productivity

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 10:16:50 +0100

Businesses looking to improve their printer ink systems could find that Samsung's latest range could significantly help them.

The firm's ML-4510ND and ML-5015ND printer series have been designed to provide small and medium-sized enterprises with eco-friendly, quick and high-quality image production solutions.

Samsung claims its latest machines can print up to 48 pages per minute and starts jobs within 7.5 seconds of a document being sent to it.

General manager in Samsung's UK Print Division Dion Smith said: "Our latest line of business printers deliver increased page speeds, greater energy efficiency and enhanced anti-jam technology to provide a hassle-free experience. As we move further into the second half of the year we will continue to raise the bar for B2B print devices."

Printer ink producer Samsung recently unveiled its NC220 monitor that allows companies to connect all their computing devices to one virtualised central sever, which it claims offers firms the opportunity to conserve and reduce energy costs by using a flexible cloud service.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Kodak Claims To Improve Printer Ink Systems With New Scanner Solution

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 08:37:43 +0100

Companies looking to improve their printer ink systems could consider adding one of Kodak's latest scanners into their home offices this year.

The firm's i5800 device can significantly speed up document processes for individuals, small businesses and even medium-sized organisations.

Kodak claims the latest product can help cut production costs while improving the workflow in various print rooms and offices.

Budd Webster, business director in scanners and document imaging at Kodak, added: "By enabling users of the i5800 Scanner to unleash advanced imaging features at rated speed, businesses meet real-time demands without compromising the accuracy of data extraction."

Last month, Kodak released its Scanmate i920 device to help support its printer ink customers improve their workflow and image production processes.

The firm noted it is a perfect device for businesses of all sizes to integrate into their offices and gives them an affordable way to organise, share and access documents of all types.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Ink Firm Lexmark Releases Scanner Technology For Printer Products

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 08:35:32 +0100

Ink firm Lexmark has launched a new scanner which can be added on to a range of its printer ink products.

The company noted its T650 scanner series can transform normal printing devices into powerful and robust multifunction products.

Lexmark highlighted its new innovative technology could be very useful for small firms and large businesses looking for ways to improve their printer ink devices and processes.

Furthermore, the T650 integrates a 10.2-inch sophisticated touch screen and is easy to attach to various Lexmark printers.

It was announced recently that Lexmark would be creating a new mobile print application to be used on the Cisco Cius, a tablet which has been specifically designed for enterprises.

This will mean that workers on the go can print documents from machines that are connected to their employers' and Lexmark's corporate environments.

On top of this, both Cisco and Lexmark believe this innovative technology will make mobile document production easier for employees.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Xerox Launches New WorkCentre 5300 Monochrome Printer Product Series

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:03:09 +0100

Xerox has launched its latest range of multifunction printer (MFP) ink devices that make producing black and white documents easy, fast and secure.

According to the company, its new WorkCentre 5300 Series MFPs are perfect for helping small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) simplify their everyday workflow processes.

On top of this, the latest models can reduce the amount of time companies spend performing printing tasks, cut energy output and save money.

Recently, Xerox announced that its new DocuColour 8080 digital press is perfect for handling a range of jobs from producing documents such as direct mail right through to booklets.

It added that the firm's latest productivity apps and low gloss dry ink have also helped the machine become more efficient for SMBs.

Kevin O'Donnell, graphic communications marketing manager at Xerox, said: "Our focus is to help customers produce more jobs, reduce costs and grow their business. The DocuColour 8080 was built with this in mind."

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Customer Feedback July 2011

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:29:29 +0100

Customer Feedback July 2011

We now have all our reviews at review centre.com however we will publish monthly customer feedback on internet-ink as well. Check out what you the cutomers are saying about the website and products.

"I always buy my ink here :)" This website is ace. The products are great, I buy the compatible ink cartridges and i'm happy with the quality and the quantity of the ink in the cartridges. Basic postal is free, and you don't get much for free these days so that always makes me smile (perhaps i'm easily pleased?!) I love the 10% discount! One thing I don't like is the woman who pops up on the bottom of the screen at the start and talks to you. I find this really iritating. But that really is my only problem with the whole company and website.

"Great Value for Money" I live in rural France where it is really difficult to get hold of 'cheap' ink cartridges, all anyone stocks are the brand named variety at a ridiculous, expensive price. So I love this site, I always buy the compatible cartridges and find them excellent - and there is no hassle about them being posted to France and I can pay via paypal.... what more is there to add.

" excellent, easy to order products and generally browsing. " This is my first visit to your site after spending a lot of time on others, i found the product i wanted quite easily and was able to place my order without the usual difficulty. I do not often shop on line, but would most certainly do this again at your site. Price wise, I can also say this is fantastic, often i pay twice the amount and i found your prices excellent. i have a small business just starting out and it is important to source very competitively all products such as stationary and so i will be a regular customer of yours.

"The best I've found" I've been using Internet-Ink for the last couple of years and they have never let me down. I always use the compatibles and the prices are the best around. Delivery has never been late, and in fact it usually arrives before I expect it. I refuse to pay the exhorbitant prices for original manufacturer inks and apart from the odd one, the results are just as good. The only problems I have had have been down to the printer trying to refuse to accept other cartridges. Don't mind them saying thatn only theirs produce the best results, but surely it's anti-competitive to try to stop you using equivalents. Gripe over, but thanks to Internet-Ink I'm very happy with the running costs of my printers.

"Fantastic " Have bought from this company before and always had a great service and price, once or twice had to buy from high street retailer and the supermarket because I wasn't organised enough to order in advance and couldn't wait a couple of days. Won't be doing that again. This is the best price for genuine cartridges. Have nothing negative to say- just buy your cartridges here!!

"Buy your cartridges here" Great site, great service, prompt delivery - all very good!! "Highly recommended service and goods" Excellent service, competitive prices (plus a regular discount for returning customers), speedy delivery and good quality.

"Well the first time is always nerve wracking!" but hey it went ok - so I'm doing it again! I use this site because I can order the cartridges I want [with some sites you have to buy a set] the price is great, quality the first time was very good [cheaper cartridges sometimes haven't even worked] & I can pay with PAYPAL! whole experience is easy!

AndoramaPix To Use Ink Firm Kodak Photo Book Paper

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:55:08 +0100

AndoramaPix.com will use ink firm Kodak's photo book paper to print its range of publications on.

The company's e-surface printer paper is thinner than other standard consumer sheets and is ideal for photos, album covers, postcards and more, it has been claimed.

Kodak noted that its latest innovation is perfect for printer ink customers wanting to reproduce pictures and images to a high quality with long-lasting prints.

Herman Klein, director of AdoramaPix.com, said: "It's important to us that our customers receive books with true photo quality, with bright saturated colours and excellent flesh tones, and that last a lifetime.

"Nothing on the market today matches it," he added.

Recently, ink firm Kodak's creative production software allows people to print personalised images from calendars, through to collages, books and more.

The firm noted that this new technology is perfect for improving picture quality and gives users the opportunity to have vibrant colours and richer details on their documents.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

NHS Trust Ink Cartridge Recycling Scheme Set Up For Save The Children

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:52:42 +0100

An ink cartridge recycling scheme has been set up by the Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHS Trust) to raise funds for Save the Children.

The initiative was started on Monday (August 1st) with boxes being set up around the NHS Trust's headquarters, and the charity will receive £1 for every recyclable ink cartridge that is returned.

Money raised will be used to help vulnerable children in the UK and worldwide, and it will also reduce the amount of waste the NHS Trust sends to landfill sites.

Scott Darby, energy and environment officer at the NHS Trust, said: "Not only are we recycling and reducing waste but we’re also helping alleviate child poverty. This project has been led by members of staff and it’s down to their enthusiasm that we’ve taken part in this project."

Recently, residents in South Gloucestershire have been told that it will be easier for them to recycle products, like ink cartridges, because three centres across the district will be open for longer, as part of the council's Sort IT! campaign.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Sheaffer Pen Sale

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:45:20 +0100

With the new ink , pen and stationery offer in full flow, we are looking at ranges of Sheaffer pens. Offering you massive savings for high quality pens with Sheaffer rollerballs, Sheaffer Fountain pens and for the starter or advanced writer the highly sort after Sheaffer Caligraphy sets and pens.

Check out the Sheaffer Sale Now On. We also stock a massive stock of pens from Parker , Waterman , Cross and many more...check out internet-ink pens.

John James

Kyocera Mita Wins 2 BLI Printer Ink Product Awards

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:55:16 +0100

Kyocera Mita has won the Buyers Laboratory (BLI) Summer 2011 Picks award in two categories for its printer ink products.

The firm's FS-C5250DN model won the honour of best critical colour printer and its FS-C2126MFP+ took the top prize in the multifunction section.

Both devices were selected after BLI analysts and editors spent months evaluating different machines in areas such as reliability, image quality, ease of use and the cost of ownership.

Steve Mitchell, product manager at Kyocera Mita, said: "Reliability in the real world is one of the key selling points of the Kyocera range, so we are delighted that BLI has singled out this feature as a compelling benefit of both the FS-C5250DN and FS-C2126MFP+."

Recently, Kyocera Mita released a range of colour and multifunction printers which it claims can help companies reduce their carbon footprints, improve their workflow and productivity.

According to the firm, there are also new, advanced business applications to improve the efficiency of its FS-C2626MFP and FS-3540MFP black and white printer ink products.

Published by Barry Ashmore

Back To School Special Offer Ink Pen And Accessories

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:55:24 +0100

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Ricoh Launches Its Latest Aficio SP 4310N Printer Ink Product

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:04:37 +0100

Ricoh has launched a new reliable and affordable black and white A4 desktop printer ink product.

The Ricoh Aficio SP 4310N printer has been designed for small offices and large companies.

It claims the new device can print up to 36 pages per minute after a warm-up time of less than 19 seconds.

Robert Brown, product marketing manager at Ricoh, said: "The Aficio SP 4310N offers high productivity at an affordable price, making it a great investment for a cost-conscious small office. Its low total cost of ownership is due to an attractive purchase price, long life of consumables, and minimal energy consumption."

Recently, Infosource revealed that Ricoh's share of the production print market leaped from 22.1 per cent to 33.1 per cent in the first quarter of 2011.

The printer ink firm claims this success comes down to having a wide variety of products like the Pro C900 combined with the company's high-quality service ethics and its Business Driver Programme.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Xerox Sponsored Report Reveals Firms Can Cut Back On Printer Ink Costs

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 08:48:45 +0100

Xerox-sponsored research has found that many firms could significantly reduce their printer ink costs by freeing up money from other IT projects.

The firm's report highlighted that a number of areas including organisational productivity, environmental sustainability and storage can all be altered to improve printing efficiency.

Amanda Abernethy, director and general manager in global document outsourcing at Xerox, said: "With a still challenging economy, an ever faster pace of change in business and growing global competitiveness, enterprises need to compete by concentrating on what they do best."

Recently, Croydon-based print firm Real Digital International stated that it has installed five new Xerox iGen 4 EXP ink Presses into its offices.

The company added that since it installed the machines it has seen a 35 per cent increase in turnover during the first half of 2011.

On top of this, the firm noted it can now produce faster prints and documents for clients because of the devices.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Canon Expands Its imageCLASS Printer Ink Range With 7 New Devices

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:51:10 +0100

Canon has expanded its imageCLASS laser multifunction printer ink product line up with seven new devices.

The company noted it will launch four machines that support wireless connectivity for the imageCLASS range, including the MF8380Cdw model.

Furthermore, Canon stated that these devices will help increase productivity in any home or small office.

Jim Rosetta, vice president and general manager in Canon's Imaging Systems Group, said: "Canon's goal is to provide a variety of options to our customers that incorporate many advanced technologies found in Canon's high-end commercial copiers, but meet the functionality, price and design needs of home and business users

Recently, printer ink firm Canon teamed up with EFI to develop technology for the mobile printing sector.

The first step the firms will take is to add EFI software to Canon's imageRUNNER range to improve their productivity and efficiency by allowing users to print off the machines directly from their Apple iPad, iPhone and iPod.

Published by Johnny McMaster

Ink Firm Ricoh Grows In Popularity In The Production Printing Market

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:03:07 +0100

Ink firm Ricoh has improved its position in the production printing market, according to figures from Infosource.

The firm's report revealed that Ricoh's share of this sector has leaped from 22.2 per cent to 33.1 per cent in the first quarter of 2011.

Stephen Palmer, production print director at Ricoh, said: "Print service providers in the commercial and corporate sectors have confirmed Ricoh as their brand of choice.

"The Ricoh Pro C900, combined with our service ethic and Ricoh Business Driver Programme, proved to be an ideal asset in the print room."

Recently, ink firm Ricoh won the European Foundation for Quality Management's (EFQM) Sustainability Good Practice Competition for its customer focussed Sustainability Optimisation Programme.

The EFQM awarded Ricoh with the honour because of the firm's ethical mindset, clear values, high standards and organisational behaviour in providing the best product for their consumers and clients while ensuring that their products were as innovative and eco-friendly as possible.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Ink Firm Kodak And Contex Team Up To Improve Workflow Solutions

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 09:27:06 +0100

Ink firm Kodak has teamed up with Contex to make it easier for consumers to control document workflows within their business or home offices.

The partnership will allow organisations to unify their large scale and standard print and scanning jobs using Kodak's Capture Pro Software.

Brian Bagan, director of business development in document imaging at Kodak, said: "This compatibility enables an essential link for streamlining content from diverse sources into a single, unified database.

"This solution demonstrates the broad capabilities of Kodak Capture Pro Software."

Phil Magenheim, president at Contex added that this latest partnership will go a long way to help bridge the divide of managing large and small documents in a single workflow.

Recently, ink firm Kodak released its Ngenuity 9000 series scanners, which it claims will benefit consumers from faster levels of productivity and better image quality.

The company added the latest range of devices will significantly improve processing times for businesses, making complex jobs simple.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Konica Minolta to showcase printer ink devices at MMP 2011

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 08:39:57 +0100

Konica Minolta will showcase a range of its printer ink technologies at the Minuteman Press International World Expo 2011.

The event at Caesar's Palace, in Las Vegas, will run from July 26th until July 29th.

During the four-day exhibition people will be able to view a variety of devices from Konica Minolta, including its bizhub Press C8000 printer ink series, the bizhub Press C7000, the bizhub Pro 1200 devices and more.

Kevin Kern, senior vice president in marketing at Konica Minolta, said: "Attendees from around the globe will learn why their fellow Minuteman Press franchise owners count on Konica Minolta to deliver cutting-edge innovation in the areas of reliability, quality, and productivity, and raise the bar in the production print industry."

Recently, Konica Minolta's C6000 digital printer ink system was named the Best Production Cut-Sheet Colour Printer of the Year 2011 by the European Digital Press Association for its fast document production speeds.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Printer Ink Firm Konica Minolta Launches Its New Bizhub 25 MFP

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 09:23:18 +0100

Printer ink firm Konica Minolta has launched its bizhub 25 monochrome multifunctional product (MFP).

The company's latest device will allow users to print, copy, fax and scan all from one system.

Furthermore, Konica Minolta claims that its bizhub 25 MFP can produce documents at speeds of 25 pages per minute.

Kevin Kern, senior vice president in marketing at Konica Minolta, said: "The customer-driven bizhub 25 offers busy workgroups the productivity and flexibility they need from their desktop MFP, in a more cost-efficient and streamlined document management solution

He added that consumers can rely on its printer ink product to deliver fast, high-quality monochrome output with a variety of enhanced features.

Recently, Konica Minolta won a Buyers Laboratory (BLI) Summer 2011 Pick award for its PageScope Enterprise Suite 2.1 for providing users with an "outstanding" printer ink management system.

Jamie Bsales, senior product editor for solutions at BLI, added: "PageScope Enterprise Suite offers all this functionality and more in an integrated suite that is surprisingly easy to deploy and use.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Real Digital International Installs 5 Xerox iGen4 Printer Ink Devices

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 08:47:29 +0100

Real Digital International has expanded its production capabilities after installing five Xerox iGen4 EXP printer ink devices in its office.

The Croydon-based firm noted it has seen a 35 per cent increase in turnover during the first half of 2011, and the Xerox products have provided existing clients with high-quality prints and attracted new customers as well.

Furthermore, the company added that the ink devices have speeded up the production process, which it claims gives them a competitive advantage in the digital print market.

Martyn Train, general manager in graphic communications at Xerox, said: "Real Digital International is growing its business and delighting even more of its customers with the high-volume digital printing and image quality that’s virtually indistinguishable from offset that the Xerox iGen4 EXP presses deliver day after day."

Recently, Xerox announced that it would be providing Lloyds Banking Group with communication and marketing services through its printer ink products and other innovative technology.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Consolidated Graphics Install 5 New Ricoh C901 Printer Ink Devices

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 09:41:03 +0100

Consolidated Graphics has installed five new Ricoh Pro C901 Graphic Arts Edition colour printer ink systems.

The company noted that the devices will provide superior quality prints and faster turnaround times to meet customer demands and needs.

Brian Balow, vice president in production sales at Ricoh, said: "The Ricoh Pro C901 Graphic Arts Edition provides customers with exceptional colour quality, extensive finishing options, and complete end-to-end workflow solutions."

Ric Davis, executive vice president of purchasing and operations at Consolidated Graphics, added that the latest products offer consumers a wide range of choice when it comes to printing and can produce documents at a rate of 90 pages-per-minute.

Recently, Ricoh launched three new light production digital printer ink presses that are ideal for a variety of small and large firms.

The company's ProTM C651EX, Pro C751EX and Pro C751 products can print at fast rates and provide organisations with clear, high-quality finished documents.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Lexmark Ink Cartridge Counterfeiters Convicted In Turkey And Greece

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 09:34:14 +0100

Ink cartridge manufacturer Lexmark has announced that following two recent convictions regarding counterfeiting and trademark offences in Greece and Turkey the incidents have highlighted the company's zero tolerance approach against those who commit patent violations.

The organisation noted that it will take a firm stance against any individual or business that attempts to defraud Lexmark customers.

An investigation in Turkey led to the conviction and sentencing of people for counterfeiting laser printer ink cartridges.

On top of this, two retail establishments and a wholesaler in Greece were found guilty for selling fake inkjet cartridges to consumers in the country.

Recently, Hewlett-Packard (HP) received a favourable ruling from the US International Trade Commission (ITC) regarding the importation and sale of patent-infringing inkjet cartridges.

Andy Binder, director of inkjet and web solutions market development at HP, said: "HP is pleased with the outcome on these matters and the ITC’s pursuit of legal enforcement against practices that violate intellectual property rights."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Kyocera Mita Expands Its MFP Printer Ink Range

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 09:29:42 +0100

Kyocera Mita has expanded its range of multifunctional printer (MFP) ink devices.

The firm released its new FS-C2626 MFP and FS-C2526MFP products, which it claims can print 28 pages per minute.

On top of this, it launched two black and white MFPs including its FS-3640 and FS-3540 models.

Danielle Wolowitz, director in product marketing at Kyocera Mita, said: "Kyocera is focused on delivering document imaging devices that improve productivity at the lowest operational cost possible.

"As our customers are looking to do more with less, we're proud to offer the FS-C2626MFP and FS-C2526MFP colour MFPs and FS-3640MFP and FS-3540MFP monochrome MFPs as highly efficient productivity tools."

Recently, printer ink firm Kyocera Mita expanded its A4 workgroup MFP range of products for its consumer line up.

The company claims its latest FS-3040MFP and FS-3140MFP are excellent value for any small and medium-sized businesses looking to reduce their power consumption, improve production times and save money.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Konica Minolta Printers Pass INGEDE Ink Tests With Flying Colours

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 08:37:12 +0100

Test results from the International Deinking Industry Association (INGEDE) have revealed that five Konica Minolta printers are eco-friendly.

The key process in today's paper recycling procedure is called deinking, which measures how easy it is to remove toner and ink from recovered documents.

Results from INGEDE's tests revealed that Konica Minolta's bizhub Pro C6000, C7000 and its Press C6000, C7000 and C8000 devices showed excellent deinking properties.

Pauline Brooks, UK manager in production print, said: "A top test result like this is very hard to achieve. Most technologies are struggling to get it.

"The second positive assessment within a year confirms our commitment to protect the environment," she added.

Recently, ink firm Konica Minolta recognised the success of its business partners in its indirect sales channel at its annual New Direction conference.

The company gave its Blue Ribbon Award to Balreed Digitec, which it claims achieved significant revenue growth over the last 12 months through unit sales and performance targets.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Canon And EFI Partner Up To Develop Mobile Printer Ink Solutions

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 08:45:11 +0100

Canon and EFI have announced that they will be working together to develop mobile printer ink technologies.

The firms' first steps will be to develop a print solution integrating EFI's Fiery-based imagePass and colourPass controllers into Canon's imageRunner advanced range of devices.

This will then allow consumers to use EFI's mobile print technology to produce documents on the imageRunner machines directly from their iPads, iPhones and iPod touch products.

Sam Yoshida, vice president and general manager at Canon, said: "The combination of Canon’s imageRunner advance technology with EFI’s direct mobile print solution creates an easy, intuitive way for Apple device users to automatically discover a Fiery-based printer on their Wi-Fi network and print with the touch of one button.

Recently, Laserfiche launched its iPhone app which allows people to easily upload pictures and photos onto printer ink devices.

The new technology also lets consumers copy, move, rename, print, email and delete documents from the palm of their hands.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

HP Printer Ink Users Told Of New Deal For Company

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 08:38:34 +0100

Businesses who are keen to use HP ink cartridges may want to make note of a new agreement that the firm has announced.

The printing giant has revealed that it has been chosen by SCHOTT so that it can carry out technology infrastructure management services with the company.

HP already has experience working with SCHOTT, as it has provided technology strategies for the firm dating as far back as 2004.

Upon revealing the new partnership, Andreas Beeres, vice president corporate information technology for SCHOTT, said: "In addition to our long-standing relationship, HP's global reach as well as the team's deep technology and manufacturing industry understanding will help us create a 'one-IT' technology strategy within SCHOTT."

Recently, a study conducted by QualityLogic and commissioned by HP showed the appeal of products from company to businesses.

It was found that original HP toner cartridges did not have any failings in any problem categories researched, while an average of 41.7 per cent of non-HP cartridges hit issues when tested in the same areas.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Canon Printer Ink UniFLOW Technology Wins BLI Summer Pick Award

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 10:37:42 +0100

Canon's uniFLOW Serverless Secure printer ink technology has been credited with a Buyers Laboratory Inc. (BLI) Summer 2011 Pick award.

The BLI stated that it gave Canon the accolade for its "outstanding document security solution" for companies wanting to increase and improve their printer ink services.

Jamie Bsales, senior product editor for solutions at BLI, said: "Advanced document security solutions that enable secure printing have generally been out of reach for small businesses due to their cost and complexity.

"Not so with Canon uniFLOW Serverless Secure Print. It offers an affordable, easy-to-deploy solution that puts secure print features within reach of all Canon customers.

Recently, Canon showcased a range of its digital imaging, printer ink products and solutions at the International Society for Technology in Education.

The company displayed its SELPHY CP800 and PIXMA iP4820 photo printers, its LV-8320 multimedia projector range and its imageFORMULA scanner devices to demonstrate how the technology can help empower students in the classroom and assist with the administrative needs in school offices.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Dont Pay Extra For Printer Ink Features That Wont Get Used

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:41:29 +0100

Brits should not to pay for extra features that they won't use on their printer ink devices, according to Which?

The company noted that it does come down to personal preference, but when it comes to considering buying a new printer, people should think about how often they are going to use the product.

Katie Waller, senior researcher at Which? said: "Don't pay for features you won't use - so if you don't need a fax machine, or if you don't need Wi-Fi and you're happy to just connect it directly with a cable, don't get one with all the additional features because you will pay extra for those."

She added that it is advisable not to buy a printer that is extremely cheap either, because people usually end up paying more for ink in the long run.

Recently, Which? stated that Brits can save money and be more energy efficient with their printer ink devices by using the machines draft or fast modes to speed up production times and use less ink.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Ink Firm Xerox To Deliver Printing And Marketing Services For Lloyds

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:00:37 +0100

Computer and ink firm Xerox will help to deliver cost-effective customer communications and marketing services for Lloyds Banking Group.

The new deal will mean that Xerox works with the bank to design, print and deliver high-quality materials to UK consumers.

Xerox will print a majority of Lloyds' documents, which will help cut down on production costs and speed up the process.

Alan Charnley, managing director of Xerox, said: "With this agreement, the bank joins a growing list of international companies that are turning to Xerox to help lead this important aspect of their businesses while uncovering savings in a place many companies fail to look – the document supply chain."

Recently, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) won the Green IT Awards' Public Sector Project of the Year honour.

This accolade came after the DWP teamed up with Xerox and replaced many of its old single-function printer ink devices with multi-function products and cut electricity consumption by 63 per cent.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Kyocera Mita Expands TASKalfa Printer Ink Devices With EFI Software

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 09:11:38 +0100

A new partnership with EFI will let Kyocera Mita expand its award-winning line of TASKalfa colour printer ink devices.

The new deal will mean that Kyocera's products will integrate EFI's Fiery enabled document output technology to help speed up printing and production times.

Ryuzo Morita, executive officer and senior general manager in the corporate strategy and planning division at Kyocera Mita, said: "Our commitment to colour has given Kyocera Mita the opportunity to provide businesses globally with the very best combination of performance, ultra-reliability and superior document imaging solutions.

"Our partnership with EFI has enabled us to build upon our success."

Toby Weiss, senior vice president at EFI, added that its Fiery technology will help improve the digital printer ink quality from the devices.

Recently, Kyocera Mita launched a new TASKalfa range with 11 more products, which it claims will work effectively and efficiently for any small or large businesses.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

New Canon and Samsung Toner Cartridges Now Available

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 10:34:46 +0100

Three new series of Canon and Samsung toner cartridge have been added this week, ideal for users of laser printers.

The Samsung ML-1660 is a small, convenient laser printer with an ultra-compact design that takes the Samsung MLT-D1042S toner cartridge.

The Canon 725 is a black toner cartridge designed for monochrome i-SENSYS laser printers, such as the Canon i-SENSYS LBP6000. The inexpensive Canon 725 toner cartridge is ideal for a home office.

The Canon 724 toner cartridge series comes in both standard and high capacity versions, so you can make your choice depending on your printer usage. Designed to work flawlessly with the Canon i-SENSYS LBP6750dn, the Canon 724 and Canon 724H are black toner cartridges that have integrated toner and drums for a simple, easy to use product.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Epson R Series Ink Cartridges Available

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 16:50:16 +0100

New and improved Epson's well established R series range of printers. Ideal for home and office use the Epson R Series printers come in various formats form standard printers , multifunction printers and the popular A3+ printers. Ideal for graphical and high quality the photo printing the R series maintains speed whilst being easy and practical to use product colourful and vibrant prints.

With a varying amount of Epson ink cartridges starting from £0.99 compatible and originals we stock them all. Check out the R series inks for your printer today.

Pete Tobin

Spanish Newspaper Service Uses Kodak Versamark Printer Ink Devices

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 08:46:07 +0100

A new digital newspaper service in Spain will use two Kodak Versamark VL4200 printer ink devices to create titles in the future.

Acierta Transpromo & Billing Solutions (Acierta) has joined up with PressPrint to produce publications in a Madrid office.

The new business has received interest from several international newspapers wanting to use Acierta and PressPrint's services to enter the Spanish market.

Benjamin Caro, managing director at Acierta, said: "The two companies offer an integrated service that includes customisation and the capturing of subscribers.

“And because we have incorporated a second Kodak Versamark VL4200 System into our infrastructure, we now have two powerful printing systems that can produce around 12,000 copies a night.

Recently, Kodak announced the latest version of its Professional Digital printer ink software, the DP2v14, which can help speed up workflow, improve image quality and productivity for businesses and it can be used on a number of devices including the Nexpress Digital production Colour Press.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Kyocera Mita Printer Ink Device Can Cut Energy Consumption By 70 Percent

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 08:31:28 +0100

Printer ink firm Kyocera Mita has announced that its KVL-G3 Series LED-UV curing system can significantly help firms reduce their power consumption when producing labels.

The company claims that its latest product can help speed up the printing process for businesses, but also reduce the amount of electricity being used by 70 per cent.

Its new device uses LEDs to speed up the ink drying process and is extremely easy to use, the company claims.

Recently, Kyocera Mita unveiled its latest range of mid and high-speed TASKalfa multifunction laser printer devices, which it believes is ideal for supporting optimised, managed document services.

Rachel Dean, product manager at the firm, said: "We have taken the very best of Kyocera Mita's advanced document technology and applied it in a common design across all products from the high end down to the mid-range, and across colour and mono devices."

She added the guiding principle behind the development of its new range is "high performance and flexibility".

Posted by Jamie Foster

Canon iX6550 Provides Users With Perfect Printer Ink Images

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:52:38 +0100

People looking for a printer ink product for their home office could be interested in the Canon Pixma iX6550 device.

The firm's new technology is available for around £160 and provides people with fast production speeds, A3 printing capability and high-quality ink resolution.

On top of this, the device uses five Canon CLI-526 ink cartridges to give people documents with vivid colours and tones.

Niall Magennis, technology expert at Reviews.cnet.co.uk, said: "If you need A3 printouts then the Canon Pixma iX6550 is a pretty decent option mainly due to its fairly speedy output and the high quality results it produces."

Recently, Canon announced that it would be integrating its Nuance eCopy PDF Pro Office software with its imageFormula multifunction scanner products.

Jim Rosetta, vice president and general manager in imaging solutions at the company, claims this will help small businesses and home office workers produce documents at a fast rate that is accurate and cost effective.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Thieves Steal Ink Cartridges In Falkirk

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 08:53:19 +0100

Thieves have stolen hundreds of pounds worth of ink cartridges from a lorry parked in Denny, Falkirk. The HGV was left in Winchester Avenue when the ink and toner cartridges were taken from the back of the wagon.

Police said that the event took place between 21:00 BST on Friday July 1st, and 07:00 BST on Sunday July 3rd. A spokeswoman for Central Scotland Police, said: "The cartridges were aimed for the Italian market and may have distinct Italian writing on them.

“The name of the cartridges are JR-KPI, JR-KBI, JR-KTCI and JR-KTYI. We urge anyone who may have been offered them for sale to come forward."

Recently, two former employees of Office Depot made millions from an online black market ring supplying people with ink and toner cartridges. The pair's illegal activity came to an end during a heist in April last year, after security cameras saw them taking the products, but at their trial last month the prosecution said that they had been selling these devices on eBay for a period of five years.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Kodak Ink Plates Help Improve Print Quality At Imball Center

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 09:01:25 +0100

The Imball Center is using printer ink firm Kodak's Flexcel NX Digital Flexographic plates made by Flexograf to produce outstanding quality packaging and documents.

It upgraded its old Kodak Thermoflex Platesetter in 2010 and since then customers have seen a massive improvement and enhancement in production and quality.

The Flexcel NX System allows firms to provide more consistent and reliable prints, according to Kodak.

Alberto Bramanti, chief executive at Flexograf, said: "Jobs can be repeated with consistent print quality, from one print run to the next. The flat-top dots are more durable in printing and during cleaning.

"Our print customers particularly appreciate the reliability and consistency of the Flexcel NX Plates," he added.

Recently, Mercury Print Productions installed Kodak's latest Prosper 5000XL printer ink press in its office.

The company hopes that this latest device will help boost productivity, efficiency and be cost-effective while creating its documents and prints.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Lexmark Launches Mobile App For Printer Ink Devices

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:45:43 +0100

Business users could benefit from a Lexmark tablet with a built in Mobile Print Application.

The firm's Cisco Cius has been created specifically to help workers on the move and the latest innovation will make it easy for people to print to network-connected devices and multifunction products.

Lexmark claims its Mobile Print Application will be able to support and produce standard file formats, such as pdf, jpeg and tiff.

Furthermore, the latest technology is expected to allow users to print from other manufacturers' devices, as well as Lexmark products.

Recently, Kodak launched its Pic Flick App, which allows people to connect wirelessly to any All-in-One printer so they can produce their photos from their Android phone or tablet.

Susan Tousi, general manager in inkjet systems at Kodak, said: "We will continue to deliver smart printing solutions that provide exceptional ink value and high quality output for the home and home office.

"Kodak is committed to make printing easy and more accessible in today’s mobile and connected world."

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Printer Ink Firm Konica Minolta Honours Partner At New Direction Event

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 08:40:42 +0100

Printer ink firm Konica Minolta has rewarded the success of its partners at a New Direction conference. The firm's annual series awards for partners in its indirect sales channel were honoured at the event.

Konica Minolta also outlined its new business transformation strategy to deliver optimised print services. At the ceremony, the firm's top Blue Ribbon Award went to partner Balreed Digitec.

Mark Lloyd, indirect sales director at Konica Minolta, said: "We are pleased to be able to recognise the outstanding contribution made by all our channel partners in the last financial year. I am delighted that Balreed has been awarded the top accolade, the Blue Ribbon Award, for the second year running."

Recently, Konica Minolta received the Best Production Cut-Sheet Colour Printer of the Year 2011 award from the European Digital Press Association. The company was given the honour for the efficiency and productivity of its bizhub Pro C6000 digital printer ink system.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Longer Lasting Ink Cartridges And Upgrades Available For HP Scitex XP2300

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 08:37:04 +0100

Ink cartridge customers can get more value for money while using the HP Scitex XP2300 if they upgrade the printing press.

This is according to HP, which claims that the machine can produce up to 180 square metres of output from a single-litre ink cartridge.

The improvements mean that Scitex users can also reduce printing times and the latest developments improve the overall picture quality.

Yariv Avisar, vice president and general manager in Scitex large-format solutions at HP, said: "The upgrade package allows our customers to create a competitive advantage with more a productive, cost-effective ultra violet solution that also reduces the impact of printing on the environment."

Recently, ink cartridge manufacturer HP released its latest multifunction laser printer designed for small and medium-sized businesses (SMB).

HP claims its LaserJet Pro 100 colour MFP M175nw can provide SMBs with professional-quality printing, copying and scanning capabilities, that are also time and cost-effective machines.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

New Dell Laser Printers And Dell 2150 Toner Cartridges

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 15:43:31 +0100

New to Internet-ink are the original Dell 2150 series toner cartridges, specifically designed to work flawlessly with the Dell 2150 and Dell 2155 laser printers.

The Dell 2150cn and Dell 2155cdn are network capable colour laser printers designed for small workgroups that need an affordable, high quality colour laser printer.

Other new Dell laser printers now available on the site include the Dell 5230dn, Dell 5350dn, and the Dell 3335dn.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

HP CE255A Toner For The LaserJet P3015 Available

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 10:59:28 +0100

The HP CE255A are available at Internet ink with both the HP original and our own CE255A compatible toner in stock. The 55A toner works with the HP laserJet P3015 toner printer series and prints quality images and documents being also easy to use and install. With Fantastic savings to be made on the HP CE255A toner that also comes with FREE UK delivery, this toner is just one of many HP toners with fantastic offers available at Internet-ink.co.uk

John James

Xerox Launches Its DocuColour 8080 Printer Ink Device

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 08:51:37 +0100

Companies looking for a productive printer ink device could like Xerox's latest addition to its DocuColour range.

The firm's new DocuColour 8080 device can print documents at a rate of 80 pages per minute and is ideal for creating direct mail, booklets and marketing material, the company claims.

Xerox added that it has installed its Automated Colour Quality Suite into its new system, which is designed to improve production tasks and minimise user involvement.

Eric Armour, president in the graphic communications business group at Xerox, said: "Our focus is to help customers produce more jobs, reduce costs and grow their business. The DocuColour 8080 was built with this in mind."

Recently, Essex-based printers William Pollard & Co installed a Xerox iGen4 Press and Xerox FreeFlow system to speed up the document production process and cut manufacturing costs.

Dennis Mason, deputy managing director at the firm, noted that the new printer ink device will save the business over £50,000 per annum.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

HP Launches Its New LaserJet Printer Ink Device

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 11:18:40 +0100

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could benefit from HP's latest multifunction printer (MFP) ink device.

The firm's HP LaserJet Pro 100 colour MFP M175nw product provides users with professional-print quality, as well as copy and scanning capabilities.

HP claims that its latest LaserJet Pro device will save SMEs both time and money while producing their documents with its advanced technology.

Heidrun Gross, product manager in the imaging and printing group at HP, said: "With its vivid colour output, small footprint and low power consumption, the HP LaserJet Pro 100 colour MFP M175nw will become a trusted and valuable business tool.

Recently, the printer ink firm noted that it was investing $20 million (£12million) into an entrepreneur programme to make companies more aware of cost-saving methods and products.

The organisation added that its HP ProLiant ML110 G7 server will help many small businesses manage their web messaging, files and print production processes more effectively.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Canon Expands Its imageRunner Advance Printer Ink Range

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 11:27:45 +0100

People looking for a new printer ink device could be interested in the new Canon imageRunner Advance C2025i device.

The firm's latest product can copy and print up 22 pages per minute to help users improve their productivity, according to the company.

Canon added that its device is an extension of the imageRunner Advance platform which was launched in October 2009 and has achieved sales of more than 100,000 units.

Paul Rowntree, European product marketing director at Canon, said: "With the launch of the C2025i we can now provide an even broader range of print speeds, increased security and mailbox functionality to customers looking for quality A3 colour multifunctional devices."

Recently, Canon and Oce announced that they would combine their printing operations in Switzerland.

This comes after Canon bought outstanding shares in Oce during 2010 in order to create a number one presence in the printer ink industry over the next few years.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Neopost USA Adds A New Innovative Printer Ink System To Its Offices

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 13:28:13 +0100

Neopost USA has installed a new full colour printer ink device to improve its mailing service.

The company announced that its Neopost AS-950C and Hasler HJ950C product will print envelops, postcards, mailers and more in a variety of colours.

On top of this, the firm noted its latest device is powered by Memjet technology which will help provide faster workflow speeds and produce better printer ink images.

Carl Amacker, senior vice president in US marketing at the company, said: "The Neopost AS-950C and Hasler HJ950C full colour mail printer separates itself from competitive solutions with an intriguing value proposition.

"It has three times the speed and one-third of the per-page print costs of alternative toner-based print systems with wider media flexibility," he added.

Recently, printer ink firm Kodak released its Versamark VL2000 device which it claims will help cut costs, speed up production times and provide clear, crisp images when producing direct mail, marketing materials and other various documents.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Kodak Launches New Improvements For Its Versamark Printer Ink Range

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 10:22:54 +0100

Kodak has announced it will be enhancing its Versamark VL-Series printer ink range to improve consumer productivity.

The company noted that it will be making changes to increase print quality, reliability and operator maintenance.

Furthermore, Kodak noted that its new innovations will provide consumers with a more consistent ink dot-size variation, longer-lasting cartridges and improved technical services.

Vince Ferraro, vice president of marketing in digital print solutions at Kodak, said: "The VL-Series is a workhorse that has helped many of our customers expand into new higher value applications with affordable colour output.

"We will continue to innovate and expand our Versamark product category to be in front of the changing market needs for our customers and their customers.

Recently, Mercury Print Productions installed one of Kodak's Prosper 5000XL printer ink devices which it hopes will increase the company's document production capabilities while creating its range of books, brochures and magazines.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Epson Compatible T1281 Fox Printer Inks Now On Sale

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 10:11:57 +0100

Just released, the new Epson T1281 (fox series) compatible printer inks have a higher ink capacity than original T1281 inks (13ml compared to 3.5ml) and are much more environmentally friendly. For even better value, try out Epson T1285 compatible ink 4 pack.

Our new Epson compatible Fox ink cartridges have over THREE times the amount of ink as the Epson original T1281 series. Not only have our compatible inks got more ink, they are also cheaper, meaning you get amazing value for money.

Posted by Anya Hawke.

Internet-ink Launches Canon CLI-526 and PGI-525 Compatible Inks

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 10:03:15 +0100

We at Internet-ink have just launched our new compatible Canon PGI-525 black and CLI-526 colour ink cartridges. Our high quality remanufactured ink cartridge not only saves you money, but also helps the environment!

Our compatible PGI-525 and CLI-526 inks are guaranteed to work as well as original Canon inks, while being great value for money. Our compatible CLI-526 3 pack and CLI-526 5 pack provide even better value for money, giving you a great saving over buying inks separately.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

New Compatible Epson T1291 Apple Ink Cartridges Now Available

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 09:37:53 +0100

Starting this month, we have Epson compatible T1291 series ink cartridges available! Also known as the Epson Apple series, these new compatible cartridges are designed to work flawlessly with a wide range of Epson Stylus Office and Epson Stylus SX inkjet printers (please check your printer specifications for compatibility).

Our new Epson compatible Apple ink cartridges have over twice the amount of ink as the Epson original T1291 series (15ml compared to 7ml). Not only have our compatible inks got more ink, they are also cheaper, meaning you get amazing value for money.

Posted by Freyja Sheperd.

Lexmark Printer Ink Systems Help Control Document Workflow

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:34:33 +0100

Lexmark has launched a new service that allows financial institutions to control their printer ink services and document workflows more efficiently.

The firm's Branch Capture Solution (BCS) will create a more economical and cost-effective method for controlling accounts and printing, it claims.

This new software was developed after the company's recent survey revealed that financial institutions wanted more satisfaction from their IT spending.

Furthermore, the CBS will make it easier for companies to track where information and documents have been sent to as it leaves an electronic audit trail once data has been transferred from one department to another.

Recently, Lexmark announced that 20,000 of its E, T and C series workgroup printer ink devices would be deployed to the US Department of Veterans Affairs after signing a new contract.

Marty Canning, executive vice president and president of imaging solutions and services at Lexmark, said: "Lexmark's wide range of laser printers deployed across these locations will help support the critical care services that are delivered to our military veterans and their families."

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Ink Cartridge Maker Ricoh Wins EFQM Sustainability Award

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:04:52 +0100

Ricoh, the ink cartridge and printer manufacturer, has won a sustainability award from the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM).

The company was honoured with the EFQM's Sustainability Good Practice Competition accolade for its customer focused optimisation programme.

Furthermore, Ricoh's initiative helps companies to become more carbon neutral in all aspects of their business operations including their printer ink services.

EFQM awarded Ricoh with the honour after it received the most online votes from the public and the support of an independent judging panel.

James Deacon, head of corporate responsibility at Ricoh, said: "Winning the EFQM award recognises Ricoh’s commitment to pairing environmental impact reduction with sensible, cost-effective document processes."

Recently, the ink cartridge manufacturer's Process Efficiency Index revealed that businesses in the UK and Europe could be losing out on a potential profit increase of £41 billion a year.

This is due to inefficient printer ink and document processing methods being used by companies.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Briggs Equipment Invests In 5 Xerox Printer Ink Products

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 13:58:01 +0100

Briggs Equipment, the material handling firm, has announced it will install five Xerox ColourQube 9200 printer ink devices in its offices.

The organisation hopes that the multifunction products will help cut the cost of its colour printing and reduce the firm's environmental impact.

Staffordshire-based Briggs Equipment chose Xerox's ColourQube 9200 devices because of the company's reputation and reliability.

Tony Whitehouse, print mailroom operator at Briggs Equipment, said: "The Xerox ColourQube printers have enabled us to produce a whole range of documents more effectively and efficiently.

"The cost savings offered by the Xerox ColourQube devices currently stand at over £3,000 per year," he added.

Recently, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) won the honour of Public Sector Project of the Year 2011 at the Green IT Awards for its partnership with Xerox.

Since last year the DWP has replaced over 30,000 single-function printers with less than 8,200 multi-function printer ink devices from Xerox improving its efficiency and productivity.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Kodak Launches New App For Its Printer Ink Devices

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 13:51:17 +0100

Kodak has launched a mobile phone app that allows consumers to send and print photos to their All-in-One printer ink devices.

The firm's latest technology allows Android OS users to download the Kodak Pic Flick app for free, which lets them send images wirelessly to printer ink devices.

On top of this, Kodak stated that it is committed to making printing easier for all its consumers in this mobile connected world.

Susan Tousi, general manager in inkjet systems and vice president at Eastman Kodak, said: "We will continue to deliver smart printing solutions that provide exceptional ink value and high-quality output for the home and home office."

Recently, printer ink firm Epson announced that it was launching its iPrint app to enable iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch customers to wirelessly send their photos to their All-in-One devices.

The firm added that this service will be free and allows consumers to print documents while they are on the go.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Duggal To Add Two Kodak Printer Media To Its Portfolio

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 09:04:13 +0100

Two of Kodak's high quality printer papers will be available from Duggal Visual Solutions (Duggal) as part of its media portfolio.

The Kodak Professional Endura EP Media and Kodak Professional UV-Curable Display Film-Plus products will be available from Duggal because of their exceptionally high-quality print production capabilities.

On top of this, Duggal showcased images and prints created using the print media at a recent tradeshow.

Michael Duggal, chief executive of the firm, said: "The new Endura EP paper from Kodak allows our Indigo prints to have a near-photographic quality. It's perfect for our photo books.

"Also, for our quality-conscious clientele, we found the new UV-Curable Display Film-Plus is the perfect solution for high-quality UV backlit prints.

Recently, Kodak's Nexpress SX Digital Production Press was given the Hot Picks award at the PrintEx11 event in Australia.

The firm was selected by Print21 for the honour because of its innovative technology.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Hesston Prestige Printing Installs Ink Device From Konica Minolta

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 08:59:06 +0100

Hesston Prestige Printing (Hesston) has integrated ink firm Konica Minolta's bizhub Press C7000 Colour Digital device into its production department.

The expansion of Hesston's printing operations has seen it create documents quicker than the firm used to, saving it both time and money.

On top of this, the company has developed its portfolio of documents because of the high-quality finish that the Konica Minolta device produces.

Norman Critchfield, managing partner at Hesston, said: "With the addition of the bizhub Press C7000 to our product portfolio, we are now able to offer more printing capabilities, to new and existing customers, and also improve the overall productivity of our business operations with a faster and lower cost digital press."

Recently, ink firm Konica Minolta announced it would be launching its SL1000 Digital Film Scanner, which it claims is easy for businesses to use and helps them reproduce prints and documents faster than its old range of devices.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Kyocera Mita Launches A New Range Of Printer Ink Products

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:31:43 +0100

Kyocera Mita has launched a new range of its medium and high-speed printer ink devices.

The firm's new TASKalfa editions will provide organisations with comprehensive printing solutions that will improve their document production capabilities, the company claims.

Furthermore, Kyocera Mita stated the devices can print pages at a rate of up to 80 pages per minute.

Rachel Dean, product manager at the firm, said: "We have taken the very best of Kyocera Mita’s advanced document technology and applied it in a common design across all products from the high end down to the mid-range, and across colour and mono devices."

Recently, Kyocera Mita released four new A4 multifunction printer ink devices which it claims will be effective for small and medium-sized businesses.

The latest products include the FS-3550MFP and the FS-2526MFP which it believes will transform the productivity of many companies delivering high-quality documents at a fast rate and that are cost-effective.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Customer Feedback June 2011

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:25:06 +0100

Customer Feedback June 2011

We now have all our reviews at the Review Centre however we will publish monthly customer feedback on internet-ink as well. Check out what you the cutomers are saying about the website and products.

I have ordered from Internet Ink several times and always found their service to be top class. They deliver fast and on time, and the customer service is perfect. My loyalty discount is super, and they are great value for money - cheaper than the high street by miles.

I have bought replacement cartridges for my HP C5180 from Internet-Ink, and they are cheaper than most of their competitors. They offer good quality products and a fast and reliable delivery service. They also give you a discount code for you to save more money on your next order!!

That's service. I wont be looking for another supplier unless I stumble across a BOGOF offer, and then I would still have to way it up seriously. Cant say better than that!!!

Always a pleasure to do business with. We produce a monthly magazine and we have a varied assortment of 6 printers both A4 and A3 format and we use nothing but ink from this website, never had a cartridge failure and always extremely good quality results. The website is a joy to use as it is so easy to find the correct ink for each particular printer and the prices are second to none. I can't recommend them highly enough.

I have been purchasing inks from your website for quite some time now and i can honestly say that i haven't found anywhere that gives the service and price that you do. I would certainly reccomend you to all my family, friends and business colleagues.

My new cartridge was delivered very quickly and I have to say I was very impressed at the how well they were packed. I fitted the new cartridge and then I printed out a few pictures and some pages of text, fully expecting to see a slightly poorer quality than I was used to, but no, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the print quality was every bit as good as the original Dell cartridges.

Having bought ink and paper from you in the past I have found your web-site easy to use even though I forgot my log-in details.As always your produce is of good quality and your prices very competitive.

I have always purchased very expensive Ink Cartridges for my HP All in One printer from PC World. This is now the second time I have ordered from Internet-Ink.co.uk. Delivery fast and Free. The products work very well and cost a fraction of the price of original HP cartridges from PC World. In fact I cannot tell the difference in the print quality from original HP cartridges. All in all very happy and I would highly recommend.

I've bought from Internet Ink many times. I always find what I want, I always get what I ordered, it always come quickly, and it never costs very much. What more could you want?

Ordered a refilled cartridge on-line from internet-ink. Delivered the next day. Works great and one third the price of the supplier I used last time. Recommended.

Have tried other compatibles but for value and quality have returned to internet-inks once more.

Im so pleased with the price and delivery of my cartridges internet ink beats everyone hands down all the time! Will be telling all my friends to use them.

I have used Internet Ink as my home and main business supplier of ink cartridges for several years. I have always found them to be friendly, helpful and always supply top quality goods. This week I placed an order on the 15th and it was received today, the 16th, first class delivery, as promised by the progress email I received shortly after placing my order. I recommend them to all my friends and have no hesitation in recommending them to any prospective customer.

Recycle Your Ink Cartridges Helping Cancer Research

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 15:27:55 +0100

We all want to recycle and help the environment and Internet-ink is no different. We recycle as many ink cartridges as we can and with the donations we receive we help Cancer Research. If you ink cartridge comes with a white plastic bag then we recycle that cartridge.

Just pop your used original cartridge into the white bag and send it FREEPOST back to use, by doing this you are helping both the environment and a good cause at Cancer Research.

You can also see what cartridges we recycle by going to www.cashforcartridges.co.uk.

John James

Executives At Ink Firm Konica Minolta In Influential Industry List

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 09:04:13 +0100

Printer ink firm Konica Minolta's executives and dealer partners have been named among the 40 most Influential People in the Imaging Industry.

They were selected by online publication The Week in Imaging for their commitment to improving printer ink solutions for consumers and businesses.

Those selected for the list included Rick Taylor, chief operating officer in the firm's US business solutions department, Kevin Kern senior vice president in marketing and Terry Newsom president at partnering firm Pacific Office Automation.

Scott Cullen, publisher and editor of The Week in Imaging, said: "Those names came up again and again while we were soliciting nominations because they have each made a difference and continue to make a difference within their organisations and the imaging industry as a whole."

Recently, Konica Minolta won the Best Production Cut-Sheet Colour Printer of the Year 2011 award at the European Digital Press Association for its Pro C6000 digital printer ink device.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Kodak Printer Ink Device Wins Hot Pick Award At PrintEx11

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:59:41 +0100

One of the Kodak printer ink devices has been honoured with a Hot Pick award at PrintEx11 in Australia.

The firm's Kodak Nexpress SX Digital Production Colour Press was selected by Print21, an Australian and New Zealand online journal, for the honour.

Furthermore, the award was given to Kodak in recognition of it being a leader in creating innovative printer ink devices.

Adrian Flemming, managing director of Kodak Australia, said: "The Kodak Nexpress family of presses helps customers drive more jobs per shift and more profit per page, by consistently and reliably producing market-leading image quality from job to job and day to day."

Recently, Kodak announced that it was launching a new Trade-In and recycling programme for its electrical and printer ink devices as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability.

The company added that this new scheme will prevent many products finishing up at landfill sites and means consumers can get rid of their old systems for cash.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Printer Ink Firm Oce To Sell Canon imageFormula Devices

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 08:37:47 +0100

Oce has announced that it will begin selling printer ink firm Canon's imageForumla multifunction scanners.

The new partnership will mean that the two printer ink firms can offer the selection of 17 devices to a wider audience of business and home consumers.

Furthermore, Canon noted that the devices are easy to use and can capture and reproduce images at a rate of 15 pages per minute.

Jim Rosetta, vice president and general manager in the imaging systems group at Canon, said: "Canon is pleased to offer the imageForumla document scanners to Oce customers seeking to improve costs, efficiencies, management, security and compliance related to capturing, storing and sharing information."

Recently, the two firms showcased their latest printer ink devices at the Oce Printing Systems Summit in Poing, Germany.

This allowed customers to see Canon's new imagePress C7010VPS series and Oce's Prismasync technology which have been designed to give businesses quick and cost-effective production solutions.

Colourfast Uses Konica Minolta Device To Produce Printer Projects

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 08:34:06 +0100

Printer ink devices from Konica Minolta have helped Colourfast deliver its major production projects.

Konica Minolta's bizhub Press C8000 has played a critical part in producing the Essex-based printer's array of publications.

Colourfast produces reports for annual general meeting and prospectus documents and stated it believes that using the new printer ink devices has improved speed, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Pauline Brooks, graphics art product manager at Konica Minolta, said: "Colourfast has benefited from the Konica Minolta approach to customer intimacy, a key factor in providing outstanding services.

"Through our policy of customer intimacy Konica Minolta understands what customers want and need from production class solutions."

Recently, Konica Minolta's bizhub Press 8000 was awarded with an exceptional five-star rating from the Business Equipment Research and Test Laboratories (BERTL)

The firm's device was given the certification by BERTL for providing excellent printer ink solutions, delivering fast production speeds and generating high-quality images.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

HP Printer Ink Solutions Can Help SMBs Become More Productive

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:33:37 +0100

Hewlett-Packard (HP), the printer ink and technology manufacturer, has announced a range of solutions to help drive and grow small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

This includes the introduction of the HP ProLiant DL120 G7 server which it claims will alter the IT infrastructure within SMBs making it easier to access web, messaging and print operations.

The firm believes that this will help boost SMB productivity and efficiency in a number of different areas.

Furthermore, HP hopes that by strengthening online networks within companies it will give them greater control over their services.

Recently, printer ink firm HP announced that it had signed an agreement to acquire all the assets of Printelligent.

Vyomesh Joshi, executive vice president in imaging and printing at HP, said: "As a market leader in managed print services, this acquisition puts us even further ahead by strengthening our ability to deliver services and solutions through our channel partners to SMB customers."

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Xerox And DWPs Printer Ink Project Wins Honour At The Green IT Awards

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:31:25 +0100

Printer ink firm Xerox and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has won the Public Sector Project of the Year for 2011.

The honour was given to the two firms at the Green IT Awards following an initiative to make the DWP's printer efficiency more sustainable.

During the project Xerox replaced over 30,000 single-function printer ink devices with less than 8,200 multi-function products that could print, copy, fax and scan all from one place.

This initiative has helped the DWP cut its electricity consumption by 63 per cent in just over one year.

Julie Hesselgrove, director and general manager in global document outsourcing at Xerox, said: "Part of this initiative has involved introducing a sustainable print service through which Xerox has streamlined the department’s print environment, provided cost-savings and met sustainability objectives, so DWP can continue to focus on transforming its services for UK citizens."

Recently, Xerox announced it would help BT to cut the printing and office costs at Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council as part of a five-year deal.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Lexmark Scores Top Deal With US Car Company

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 11:04:18 +0100

US car parts distributor and maintenance organisation TBC Corporation will now implement Lexmark’s printers and consumables into its office and store environments on a three-year contract.

Lexmark states that this deal will improve and optimise the company’s printing environment and reduce print output costs. TBC has more than 800 outlets and stores across the United States, and through analysis of these locations, Lexmark aims to streamline its consumable use and identify which printers should be used in each location.

Steve Smith, chief information office of TBC Corporation, stated that "Printing work orders and customer invoices in our stores is a critical part of our retail operations.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Lexmark C780n Printer Toner Cartridges Available

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 16:17:16 +0100

Lexmark C780n Printer Toner Cartridges are now available at Internet-ink. For all your Lexmark printer toners with the C780 series laser printers, including the C780n , C780DN , C780X , C780DTN.

The Lexmark C780 series includes an array of toners to suit everyone's pallet, using Lexmarks high quality technology with the lexmark return program on the original toners. Also available on the C780 printer are special bundle packs on both the high capacity and the standard capacity toners to save you even more money, don't delay buy your toners today.

Pete Mitchell

Get A Samsung Laser Printer For Under 30 Pounds

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 09:20:45 +0100

Inkjet printers are ideal for high quality photos, but if you mostly print black-and-white text documents, nothing beats a laser for value for money.

Newegg has the Samsung ML-2525 laser printer for $44.99 (less than £30), now a perfect choice for any home office that prints a lot of text documents, but hates the high price of inkjet printer ink.

The Samsung ML-2525 is your basic personal printer, one that comes with a 250-sheet paper tray, an 80-sheet output tray, a 1,500-page toner cartridge, and a USB interface. The wireless version, the ML-2525W is also available.

Speaking of toner cartridges, you can pick up a MLT-D1052S compatible version for as little as £40.39 (ex VAT). That's not bad, though if you print high volumes, you might want to look towards the original high capacity Samsung MLT-D1052L.

Posted by Anya Hawke.

Office Depot Staff Face Court For Black Market Printer Ink Ring

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 08:48:21 +0100

Two former employees of Office Depot made millions from an online black market office ring supplying people with ink cartridges and printer ink.

According to prosecutors in Seattle, the two staff members set up the scheme selling products on eBay over the last five years.

The pair's illegal activity finally came to an end during a heist in April 2010, when security cameras caught them taking ink cartridges from the Office Depot warehouse.

Furthermore, the two men have been charge with seven counts of trafficking of stolen goods.

Recently, HP won a case against MicroJet Technology and Asia Pacific Microsystems for infringements against its ink cartridge copyrights.

The US International Trade Commission (ITC) ruled that there was an offence against HP's patent on the devices.

Andy Binder, director of inkjet and web solutions in printing at HP, said: "HP is pleased with the outcome on these matters and the ITC’s pursuit of legal enforcement against practices that violate intellectual property rights."

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Kodak Launches Its Latest Professional Printer Ink System

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 08:33:43 +0100

Kodak has announced the launch of its latest software solution that is a database-driven, digital-imaging production system that provides labs with input, optimization, and output operations and workflows.

The company noted the Professional Digital Print Production Software Version 14, which still uses the DP2 system, will significantly help firms create innovative designs and pictures.

According to Kodak, its new device will speed up workflow times and improve image quality for many businesses.

Christopher Van Zandt, vice president and general manager in paper and output systems at Kodak, said: "Each year, we work with our customers, as well as analyse industry trends, to incorporate key enhancements into DP2 that allow professional labs to concentrate on their core business, while increasing their level of service and overall offerings."

Recently, Kodak customers won awards at the In-Print 2011 competition for the quality of their documents produced on the firm's printer ink devices.

In this year's event, 12 gold medals were awarded to Kodak consumers, which was more than any other brand in the tournament.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer Firm HP Extends Its LeaseWeb Technology

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 08:33:31 +0100

Printer ink and computer firm Hewlett-Packard (HP) announced that it has expanded its internet hosting data centres in Europe.

The company noted that LeaseWeb has integrated HP's ProLiant server technology into its offices in Holland, Germany and Belgium as well as its Virginia facility.

According to HP, the latest initiative will help businesses grow and increase their overall production.

Con Zwinkels, managing director at LeaseWeb, said: "As our business expands, so does our need to keep pace with user demands, as well as offer new services, while providing a fast, powerful and secure hosting environment."

He added that the latest technology will help increase application performance and speed up operational efficiency.

Recently, the printer ink firm released new all-in-one software to help ensure that all IT devices within firms meet a high-performance benchmark.

HP added that its latest initiative will make all aspects of production more efficient and allow businesses to prioritise their workload.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Ink Firm Xerox And BT To Help Sandwell Council Reduce Printing Costs

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:51:15 +0100

Printer ink firm Xerox will help BT to reduce Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council's office costs in a multi-million pound agreement.

The two firms want to cut the local authority's print services by up to 30 per cent in a five-year deal.

On top of this, the initiative from Xerox and BT will provide the council with a strategy, plan and programme on how to become more efficient in reducing costs.

Amanda Abernethy, director and general manager in global document outsourcing at Xerox UK, said: "Working in partnership with BT, we will focus on streamlining the council’s print environment to meet its cost-saving targets and environmental agenda, so Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council can focus on its business of improving and transforming frontline services for citizens."

Recently, Xerox teamed up with grocery retailer Morrisons to improve the company's print and marketing resources making it easier for customers to receive and understand promotional information.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Canon And Oce To Merge Printer Ink Businesses In Switzerland

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:43:54 +0100

Printer ink firms Canon and Oce have announced they will join their print divisions together in Switzerland.

The merger follows the completion of Canon's acquisition of Oce, which was accepted in March 2010.

To facilitate the move, the companies have reached an agreement for Oce to sell 100 per cent of its Swiss department to Canon Europe for €15.9 million (£14 million).

The companies noted: "A combined operation in Switzerland is better placed to generate sales, taking into account the significant indirect business and fierce competition in the local market place. The combined Canon and Oce operation creates the largest printing presence in Switzerland."

Recently, the Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8300 device was awarded the accolade of Best Photographic Printer of the Year 2011 by the European Digital Press Association.

Yuichi Miyano, director of large format solutions at Canon Europe, said the company was delighted to win the honour for its device and will strive to provide the best quality document production for professional users.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Kodak Printer Ink Customers Win InPrint 2011 Awards

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:40:50 +0100

Kodak printer ink customers have taken home over 20 awards for their document production quality at the In-Print 2011 competition.

Consumers using Kodak's Nexpress Digital Production Presses and Kodak Prepress and Workflow Solutions created the stunning pieces, winning 12 gold awards.

In the digital category for print production, the University of Oklahoma (OU) Printing Service won three golds and a bronze medal for its high-quality documents.

John Sarantakos, administrator at OU Printing Services, said: "Everything we produce at OU Printing Services utilises a Kodak Solution at one time or another, whether the work is produced on offset or digital presses.

"On all our digital pieces, the Kodak Nexpress Press gave us colour quality and evenness of coverage that made them stand out."

Recently, Kodak won two gold medals at the Poligrafia trade show in Poland for its Prosper S5 Imprinting System and the Digital Flexographic System for their designs, innovation and document production quality.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Kodak Printer Ink Technology Helps Miller Newsprint Ltd Win Award

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 08:41:02 +0100

The Sunday Times won the title of best Digitally Printed Newspaper of the Year after Miller Newsprint started using Kodak printer ink technology.

At the 2011 Newspaper Awards in London, the firm was given the recognition for its production quality.

After Miller Newsprint invested in Kodak Versamark Printing Systems it claims it has helped attract more customers to its publications.

Malcolm Miller, chief executive of the Miller Group, said: "When we first made the investment we had to overcome some negative perceptions regarding the quality of print.

"The award goes to show just how good that quality is and why our customers were right to choose us to help them grow their business in such challenging times.

Recently, printer ink supplier Kodak set up a partnership with VMware to launch the Virtual Operating Environment which they claim enables firms to be more efficient with their document production.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer Ink Firm Canon Named As A Genuinely Green Company

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 08:34:53 +0100

Printer ink firm Canon has been named one of the "Ten Companies That Are Genuinely Green".

Canon were noted that the company had set up some wide ranging environmental initiatives, including an Environmental Planning Centre and Promotion Centre that led to it being named in the list.

Furthermore, the rankings recognise firms that have implemented projects globally to deliver eco-friendly technology and reduce emissions and pollution levels.

Bunji Yano, senior director and general manager in corporate communications at Canon US, said: "At Canon, our business is driven by the goal of fostering a sustainable environment while delivering world-class digital imaging technologies.

"This recognition further validates our commitment to the environment and preserving the planet as a whole."

Recently, Canon's imagePROGRAF printer ink device won the European Digital Press Association award for Best Photographic Printer of the Year 2011 for its production capabilities, speed and quality of its documents.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

HP To Provide USAF With Printer Ink Devices

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 08:28:49 +0100

Hewlett-Packard (HP) will provide the US Air Force (USAF) with printer ink and multifunction devices.

The firm has agreed a contract with USAF where it will install all its devices and toner cartridge refills as part of a four-year care pack in technical support.

USAF added that it chose HP to meet its needs for modernising its printer ink fleet to help lower its operational costs and become more environmentally friendly.

Vyomesh Joshi, executive vice president in the imaging and printing group at HP, said: "HP is thrilled to build on our 20-year history of providing the USAF with secure solutions that improve productivity, increase efficiency and reduce cost."

Recently, Lexmark and Office Depot set up a programme that will run from June 26th until July 9th where they will donate a printer ink device to the armed forces for every all-in-one product that is sold.

It is the second year that the firms have run the project for Operation Homefront and hope to donate over 4,000 printers through the initiative.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Kornit Digital To Launch Its Latest Printer Ink Device In China

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 10:46:23 +0100

Kornit Digital will launch its latest ink and printer technology at the Shanghai Tex 2011 Event, China, next week.

The company's Avalanche industrial Direct-To-Garment printer will be unveiled to visitors at the show from June 14th until the 17th.

Furthermore, the firm claims this latest device will provide businesses with innovative and robust printer ink solutions at a fast pace.

Sarel Ashkenazi, vice president in marketing and business development at Kornit Digital, said: "We at Kornit are committed to constantly seeking to improve our products and to adapt to the growing demands of the textile printing market.

"With the Avalanche, Kornit Digital exclusively meets a growing market need for fast turnaround, high profitability and low printing costs."

Recently, the company showcased its ink technology at the Federation of European Screen Printers Association tradeshow in Hamburg, Germany.

The firm added that it has become popular on the continent with many businesses using its devices to produce their textile prints.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Brothers A3 Printer Ink Device Popular Among Small Businesses

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 10:41:57 +0100

Brother's all-in-one A3 device has become a popular choice among businesses in the multifunction printer market, the company claims.

The firm noted that following the launch of its inkjet printer its uptake has grown across the European continent.

On top of this, Brother claims the device brings affordable and effective printing solutions for companies.

Phil Jones, sales and marketing director at Brother, said: "We identified a gap in the market for a cost-effective A3 solution which has allowed us to successfully introduce our all-in-one inkjet machines.

"This success has been strengthened by our careful strategy of supporting ambitious small businesses, who appreciate the importance of effective technology."

Recently, Brother's monochrome laser printer HL-2270DW was awarded the winter 2011 winner for Small Office and Home Office honour from the Buyers Laboratory Inc.

The firm won the title for its device's quality printing solutions, cost-effectiveness and ability to provide optimum results for users.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Ricoh UK Launches 3 New Printer Ink Devices

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 08:52:47 +0100

Ricoh UK has announced that it will bring out three new digital colour printer ink devices for the commercial market.

The firm has created the ProTM C651EX and Pro C751EX, which are scanners as well as printers, and the Pro C751, which only produces documents.

Its latest devices will fit into many businesses print rooms and provide a cost-effective option for firms with medium and short-run document production services, Ricoh UK claims.

Stephen Palmer, production print director at the company, said: "Adding the Pro C751 series expands our ability to meet the needs of the important light production sector, helping clients to achieve their business development goals and manage operational efficiency."

Recently, Ricoh UK completed five sales for its printer ink devices at the Northprint tradeshow, which netted the firm over £500,000.

Karen Lawrence, professional print solutions marketing manager at the firm, noted that the investment from its latest customers only endorses the company's commitment to providing the best services to businesses across the country.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Kodak Starts Printer Ink Recycling Programme In The US

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 08:43:01 +0100

Kodak has announced its new Trade-In and Recycling Programme in the US, which allows customers to dispose of their electronic products, including printer ink devices, digital cameras and more.

The latest initiative from the company allows consumers to use the programme to trade-in their old technology for cash.

Pradeep Jotwani, president in the consumer digital imaging group and chief marketing officer at Eastman Kodak Company, said: "Sustainability is an essential business driver for Kodak and an important part of our product development process."

"Our Trade-In and Recycling programme is another example of Kodak’s ongoing commitment to sustainability in our operations, and to helping consumers be more sustainable in their own lives."

Recently, Duke University in the US launched a recycling programme for its faculty staff to dispose of their printer ink devices and toner cartridges.

Tonya Higgs, a staff assistant in the Procurement Services at the institution, noted that it's free and easy to do and can stop millions of products ever reaching landfill sites.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Customer Feedback May 2011

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:23:07 +0100

Customer Feedback May 2011

We now have all our reviews at review centre.com however we will publish monthly customer feedback on internet-ink as well. Check out what you the cutomers are saying about the website and products.

I have been using internet-ink products for several years for both Epson & Canon printers. I have had no problems and my printed photographs are produced to a very good quality. I particularly like the quick delivery and the ease of ordering.

i have just bought 10 ink cartridges for my epson printer at a cost of £15.99,to buy the same cartridges off epson would cost approximatley £100.00.Well done internet-ink you are the consumers friend for ink cartridges.

I have been using internet-ink for some time and have always been pleased with service, goods and quality. I have recommended the company to friends and strangers looking at ink products in stores.

first class service bang on time, nothing complicated to order just click and order , well done i will b back

Fantastically quick delivery & very good quality replacement ink's, we use the printer A LOT! and this saves us a fortune on ink with the higher capacity of inks and there is absolutely no loss of quality, unlike some other inks we have tried from other sites!

Quite simply, a very efficient company...never had any problems in terms of ordering and delivery....very good prices too! Would recommend this site to anyone...the more people that use it the better as it is top notch, so order and keep this company going. Like everything from the easy to use ordering process...to the quick delivery! As soon as i saw the site and prices, i didnt even hesitate to make an order!

1st class service,delivered 2 days after ordering!!

I have dealt with company for sometime and have always had excellent service and good value for money. I will continue to use them and commend them to family and friends.

I have been buying ink from this website for a long time now, I never go anywhere else because I have never been able to find quality ink at these prices elsewhere. The quality is exceptional, the price is fantastic and the fast delivery, good packaging and problem free service is outstanding. I always recommend this site to all my friends, especially students. I can even get good quality photos from this ink. - Anne Clarke

I Have used a number of providers and have found that internet-inks has a larger range of inks, good prices and timely deliveries. Important considerations since need the surplies for business purposes. Inks needed for both written reports and photographs, so use large volume of inks for 3 differing printers.

I was doubtful about ordering compatible inks, but printing fine, and delivered within 2 days.

We regularly buy our printer ink from Abitech - have done for a year or two. Generally we are happy to wait a few days for the delivery. However yesterday we ran out of ink in the middle of a big project. We placed the order at mid-day - rang customer service to say it was desperate - it arrived in the morning post today (Saturday). Thank you so much for your excellent response to our problem.

We have been using this company for over a year and the service is excellent. Compatable cartridges are just as good, if not better, that the original ones purchesed with the printer. You don't need expensive paper to produce first class results for both text and pictures.

Excellent website - products easy to find. Can't be beaten on price. Excellent delivery - actually came before I expected. I can't think of a single negative thing to say.

recommended this site to my son and I use it all the time as I am a crafter and use a lot of ink. don't know a better site than this! just wish I could remember my password for it lol!ink is cheap and when I get to the checkout I then get another 10% off how's that for service keep it up Internet inks!
- curlytop10158

For once a website that is easy to navigate and then just as easy to pay at checkout. Keep the good work going, the world needs more straight forward sites like this one.

Printer Ink Businesses Told To Make Minor Air Conditioning Changes To Become Greener

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 11:02:04 +0100

Businesses using printer ink solutions have been told to make minor amends to how they use their air conditioning system in order to become greener.

Paul Edwards, chair of the British Council for Offices' Environmental Sustainability Group and head of sustainability at Hammerson, said that many run the devices at unnecessarily low temperatures, which costs a lot of money.

"Air conditioning is a major consumer of energy. If you can look at the temperatures you're controlling, ask yourself if you really need to control the room to 20 or 22 degrees C. Can you ramp it up to 24 degrees C? It's comfortable – people can operate at 24 degrees C perfectly fine," he advised.

Mr Edwards went on to say that just a two or three-degree difference can "greatly reduce your energy consumption".

His words came after Lloyds TSB found that 91 per cent of British firms including ink cartridge firms have taken some steps in order to become more sustainable.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Outsourcing Firm BSS Invest In Xerox Printer Ink Technology

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 09:56:40 +0100

British outsourcing firm bss has invested in Xerox's printer technology which has become popular amongst its clients.

Bss is using the Xerox Colour 1000 Press to produce its booklets and mailing pieces and has seen a number of its customers opting to use this new type of digital printer.

Peter Calderbank, chief executive at bss, said: "With more than 35 years of experience in the sector, we know that our clients are continually looking for ways to reduce printing, storage and management costs, whilst working to improve their environmental performance."

He added that since it started using the new Xerox technology it has helped strengthen the firm's printing services.

Martin Boyle, sales operations manager for Scotland and Ireland at Xerox UK, noted that the company's Colour 1000 Press is a cost-effective and efficient device for any business.

Recently, Xerox released a new printer ink device to its range of commercial products with the introduction of the Colour 800 Press that can produce up to 80 pages per minute.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer Ink Technology From Canon Wins EDP Award

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 09:40:35 +0100

Canon has won an award for its printer ink technology from the European Digital Press Association (EDP).

The company's Canon imagePrograf iPF8300 won the EDP's Best Photographic Printer of the Year 2011 accolade at the Federation of European Screen Printers Association's (FESPA) ceremony.

Furthermore, the EDP noted that Canon's printer ink device gives users plenty of options when they come to producing documents.

Gill Mussell, product manager in large format printers at Canon, said: "The innovative digital imaging and ink technologies in this printer deliver large format prints of outstanding quality and with the broadest available colour gamut, allowing professional users to take full advantage of the growing business opportunities in large format."

She added the company was delighted to win the EDF award.

Recently, a garden at the Royal Horticultural Society's (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show won a first for its design, which incorporated large format prints produced by a CanonPrograf iPF9100 device.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Ink Firm Xerox Acquires Printer Solutions Company NewFieldIT

Fri, 27 May 2011 10:03:17 +0100

Ink and office supplies manufacturer Xerox has announced that it has acquired a UK-based printing solutions and software provider.

The company has bought NewFieldIT in a bid to expand its market position in the area of Managed Print Services (MPS).

Furthermore, Xerox claims that its latest acquisition will help the organisation provide a range of customers with new printer ink solutions.

Stephen Cronin, president in global document outsourcing at Xerox, said: "This will accelerate the return on the MPS investment for all our clients, helping boost business growth as they reinvest the costs savings into other areas of the business."

Recently, the company received multiple awards from the International Association of the Deinking Industry (INGEDE).

Xerox's iGen Press and its Digital Colour 800/1000 printers were honoured with good deinkability certificates after the devices scored more than 90 out of 100 in the evaluation categories which included luminosity, colour, cleanliness, ink elimination and filtrate darkening.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Kodak And VMware Team Up to Improve Printer Ink Technology

Thu, 26 May 2011 08:42:02 +0100

Kodak and VMware have announced that they have produced a Virtual Operating Environment (VOE) service that will make using printer ink technology easier and more efficient.

The partnership claims that the new virtual servers will help businesses manage their IT sectors with greater control and speed while saving on costs.

Furthermore, the companies noted that using the new technology with products like the Kodak Prinergy Connect workflow and the Kodak Insite Prepress Portal System can help simplify the way printer ink devices are used within firms.

Jon Bracken, general manager of unified workflow solutions business solutions and the services group at Kodak, said: "We’re confident the Kodak Virtual Operating Environment option can help printers further reduce their capital and operating costs without affecting the level of service they provide their customers."

Recently, Kodak's printer ink technology won two gold models at the Poligrafia trade show in Poland because of its devices' functionality and innovation.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Lexmark To Donate Printer Ink Technology To Operation Homefront

Wed, 25 May 2011 08:41:20 +0100

Lexmark and Office Depot have launched a programme designed to give military families the opportunity to stay in touch with loved ones on the frontline.

The project will provide Operation Homefront with a new printer from Lexmark every time one of its all-in-one printer ink products is bought in store or online.

Beginning from today and running through to June 4th, and again from June 26th until July 9th the two companies hope to donate 4,000 printers to Operation Homefront.

Marty Canning, president of imaging solutions and services at Lexmark, said the company is proud to align with Office Depot for the second year in a row to support this project.

Recently, printer ink firm Hewlett-Packard worked alongside DoSomething.org to encourage students to think of positive effects their school can have on the environment.

The project involved over 2,500 educational establishments over a ten-week campaign that involved setting up recycling programmes to try and reduce carbon footprints within the academic institutions.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Ricoh Brings In Over Half A Million Pounds From Printer Ink Deals Made At Northprint

Wed, 25 May 2011 08:32:50 +0100

Printer ink firm Ricoh UK completed five sales during the Northprint 2011 tradeshow that brought it in over £500,000.

The deals saw companies including DDL Group, Horizon Digital Media and Platinum Print invest in colour presses from the firm.

Furthermore, Ricoh's Pro C901 Graphic Arts Edition device was a popular choice among customers wanting to use the company's printer ink products.

Stephen Palmer, head of production print at Ricoh UK, said: "To have achieved in excess of £500,000 worth of business at Northprint is a testament to the impact our technology is now having on the market, and to all the hard work and dedication of the Ricoh UK team."

Recently, Leeds-based international law firm Eversheds invested in Ricoh's latest printer ink technology and will use it to produce its communication documents and mail.

This new deal extended the partnership between the two firms as Eversheds has used Ricoh devices for the last four and a half years.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Ink Ink Ink Crazy Prices With Ink And Toner Cartridges Available At Internet Ink

Tue, 24 May 2011 12:17:48 +0100

With the summer getting off to a bang so are Internet ink with lots of new printers , ink and toner cartridges available to save you lots of money. Don't forget to use your 10% ink cartridge discount code available with every purchase made.

New inks available include the new range of Epson inks in combination with the FAST selling high quality T0711 - T0715 inks we have the Epson T1590 - T1599 and Epson T1571 - T1579 ink cartridge series we stock both original ink and compatible ink with nearly all our available ranges to try and offer savings and saver pack where ever possible.

Other new inks include the HP 301 Ink Cartridges with high quality prints and massive savings and Brother LC1280 XL Ink Cartridges , Brother LC1240 Ink Cartridges and lots more ink.

With updates , information , news feeds and social networks we are trying to make to make sure you have all the available information to make you choice on printers and ink the right one. check out internet-ink today.

John James

Epson Launches Stylus Pro R3000 Printer Ink Device For Photographers

Tue, 24 May 2011 10:11:39 +0100

Epson has launched a new printer ink device it hopes will impress photographers and consumers when producing their professional or family pictures.

The company's Stylus Photo R3000 has been designed to provide users with bold prints and clear colours.

Furthermore, the latest device also has Epson's K3 ink with its Vivid Magenta set, which it claims can offer customers more dramatic blues and violets. The Stylus Photo R3000 uses the Turtle Ink series, including the T1571, T1572, T1573, T1574, T1575, T1576, T1577, T1578, and T1579.

Samba Moorthy, senior general manager in sales and marketing at Epson India, said: "The Epson Stylus Photo R3000 is designed to top its class of A3 capable professional photo printers.

"We are very confident that photographers will be impressed by its advanced features and high performance.

On top of this, the company stated that its latest printer ink offering benefits from wireless connectivity.

Recently, Epson released its WorkForce 365 device, which it claims can print, fax, copy and scan with an easy-to-use control panel technology.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Konica Minolta Printer Ink Device Receives BERTL 5 Star Sating

Tue, 24 May 2011 08:33:47 +0100

Konica Minolta has received an exceptional five star rating from the Business Equipment Research and Test Laboratories (BERTL) for one of its printer ink devices.

The firm's bizhub PRESS C8000 was awarded the status after intensive testing by BERTL.

Before being honoured with the accolade, Koinca Mionlta's product was scrutinised in the areas of finishing, media handling, printing, image quality and features.

Pauline Brooks, group product manager for the production print division at the firm, said: "The Konica Minolta approach to customer intimacy is key in providing outstanding equipment, only through customer intimacy can we truly understand what our customers want and need from production class equipment."

She added that the new rating is an excellent endorsement for their printer ink technology.

Recently, Konica Minolta launched the bizhub C25 colour all-in-one printer designed specifically for small businesses and workgroups.

The device can produce documents at a speed of 25 pages per minute in both black and white and colour.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

New HP 301 Compatible Ink Cartridges Now Available!

Mon, 23 May 2011 16:31:06 +0100

New in, and available only to Internet-ink customers, our compatible HP 301XL Black and HP 301XL Colour ink cartridges are now available!

Featuring more ink than both original standard and high capacity HP 301 inks, our 301XL cartridges are greater value for money. Ideal for heavy printer users and people who simply want high quality ink for less. For even more of a saving, why not check out our HP 301 XL Compatible Twin Pack, combining both HP301 black and colour inks for even better value.

Compatible with a wide range of HP Deskjet inkjet printers, the HP 301 compatible printer ink cartridges will save you money!

Epson SX Series Printers Flying The Flag

Mon, 23 May 2011 15:50:27 +0100

The new range of Epson Stylus SX printers have been a massive hit with users across the world. The SX range offers a selection of all in one , wireless printers ideal for home and office use. With various printing speeds dependant on quality the SX printers don't disappoint.

The Epson SX range generally uses the Epson T0711-T0715 inks and the T0891-T0895 ink cartridges, which are stocked in both original and compatible ranges at Internet-ink, looking for a new printer this summer try out the Epson SX series with Internet-inks cartridges producing vibrant colourful or clean and crisp black prints everytime.

John James

Xerox Ink Devices Receive Certification From INGEDE

Mon, 23 May 2011 09:39:14 +0100

Xerox has received certification from the International Association of the Deinking Industry (INGEDE) for a range of its printer ink technology.

The company got the 'good de-inkability' award for its Xerox iGen4 Press, 700 Digital Colour Press and Colour 800/1000 devices.

Furthermore, the printer ink firm was given the INGEDE rating after it evaluated five key areas of the products, including luminosity, colour, cleanliness, ink elimination and filtrate darkening.

On top of this, to achieve the good de-inkability status the printer ink technology systems needed to score more than 90 out of 100 in its categories.

Recently, Xerox released its ColourQube 9300 series which it claims offers users fast print speeds of up to 55 pages per minute and simple to use features on the devices .

Robert Palmer, director of infotrends digital peripherals consulting services at the company, said: "The new Xerox ColorQube MFPs deliver the cost savings businesses have come to expect from solid ink technology."

Posted by Jamie Foster

Kyocera Expands Its TASKalfa Printer Ink Series

Mon, 23 May 2011 08:37:37 +0100

Kyocera Mita America has expanded its award-winning TASKalfa printer ink technology introducing 11 new colour and black and white devices.

The company claims it has strengthened its multifunctional product (MFP) series to help businesses improve their workflow and printing capabilities.

Furthermore, the firm claims that the new TASKalfa devices deliver an easy-to-use technology to any companies' office.

Danielle Wolowitz, director of product marketing at Kyocera Mita America, said: "Our TASKalfa MFPs continue to raise the bar, delivering superior value, ultra-reliability, vibrant print quality and low total cost of ownership that is expected from Kyocera."

She added that the MFPs have been designed so that the users are in command of their productivity and efficiency when printing documents.

Recently, Kyocera won accolades for its printer ink technology at the Pick of the Year awards ceremony.

The firm was honoured with the 2011 Monochrome Printer Line of the Year credential by Buyers Laboratory Inc for its reliability and superb delivery value.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Customer Feedback April 2011

Fri, 20 May 2011 10:24:25 +0100

Customer Feedback April 2011

We now have all our reviews at review centre.com however we will publish monthly customer feedback on internet-ink as well. Check out what you the cutomers are saying about the website and products.

Hi goods arrived on Thursday, very good service and my first from your company. i will be back and i have told a ink supplier in high st limerick Ireland to get in touch with your company, again keep up the good work. Jack Quin..... i liked the ink, and the price, and the service.i liked everything.

I have ordered several sets of compatible Ink Cartridges for over a number of years and have never had a problem with the cartridges for my Epson Printers or the delivery service. They have usually arrived within a couple of days and have given good quality printing.

Excellent value for money and delivery overseas on time to boot - can't ask for much more. This supplier is a must for clone ink cartridges and would recommend this site to anyone.

Have dealt with Internet Ink when buying ink cartridges now for a couple of years and have had first rate service every time. The goods are usually sourced, packed and dispatched within a couple of hours of the order being placed. Excellent! C Palmer

Every Time I need to get ink for my printer I always buy from Internet Ink. As a student I spend about 22 pounds on ink and they last me a whole trimester or more. Its the best site for inks. I recommended it to everyone with a printer. 10/10

This website is easy to use, the cost of there compatible ink is exceptional,the quality of the product is at least as good as the original (HP) and the cartridges contain about three times more ink than does the equivalent HP. What more could you ask for!
I have been used to HP cartridges running out at quick intervals, but these seem to just go on and on.

I cannot praise Internet Ink enough. They were recommended to me by a colleague and provide good quality compatible ink cartridges at a very competitive price. Cartridges function very well in my Brother printer with no problems at all. Delivery excellent and goods arrived very quickly. I would have no hesitation in recommending Internet Ink to anyone.

Easy site to negotiate,quality products,good prices and efficient service. Have recommended it to quite a few friends.No complaints -rare in this day.

Fantastic website - so easy to use and navigate around. Superb prices for ink cartridges and a fantastic 10% discount given to buyers after their first purchase. As a student I recommend this company constantly!

Brilliant service always on time cheapest genuine inks I've found - website could really do with a way to re-order previous orders instead of copying and pasting the model number into there google search.. just a bit long winded.
However it works and my inks keep turning up :)

My order arrived so quickly and the service that was provided was straightforward and comprehensive.

1st class service in every respect!!!

Excellent website, good selection, last longer than OEM inks, deliver on time - no fuss. As Kate Middleton might say, "When will my Prints arrive?" Well Kate, no inks, no prints - and mine always arrive next day!

Customer service is brilliant by phone or email. The care staff know their stuff and you're not kept hanging around for ages listening to annoying music. The products have never let me down and the delivery is always very prompt. A great company to deal with.

Great web page easy to view products,very good prices for good quality ink, great service and fast delivery as usual. most certainly use again as I have done this time and have already recommended Internet-Ink to my friends.

I have and will only by my ink from internet-ink.co.uk i run a home based card making business and i get great value for my money and it prints out really good quality and i only buy the compatibles i have no problem finding the inks i want ordering,paying etc is so easy to do i would recommend this site to anyone and have done i have never had a complaint from any customer about quality i am really pleased every time with the products and quick delivery thank you keepsake 3d cards.

It has always been a pleasure to trade with Internet-Ink.co.uk, I have never had any problems with finding what I need or in finding my way around the website. If there has been any questions regarding my requirements I have phoned and have had excellent customer service. I am happy to continue my trading relationship with this company.

Products always well-priced. Parcels arrive when they should and are well-packed. Never any problem! Been buying printer ink from them for a number of years, for several different printers without incident. Communication always prompt and sensible.

I found the website very easy to navigate. The toner cartridges are just as good as the leading brands - without the heft price tag. My cartridge arrived very quickly and I know I can order one week and it will have arrived by the following week. The payment was safe and secure. I liked being able to browse by cartridge type, rather than having to put in my printer make and model.

We thank you as always for your custom and support as we value your service and recommendations to friends , work and family.

Internet-ink

Ricoh Receives IEEE Certification For Aficio Printer Ink Devices

Fri, 20 May 2011 08:41:24 +0100

Ricoh has received the Common Criteria certification conforming to the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 2600.1 specifications for a range of its printer ink devices.

The company's series of multifunction printers, including the Aficio MP2851, MP3351, MP4001 MP5001 were all given the new credential.

Furthermore, Ricoh's devices were given the accolades after the evaluation process took into consideration the products' design, manufacturing and delivery processes.

Helen Berentzen, office solutions marketing manager at Ricoh UK, said: "The Common Criteria certification conforming to IEEE2600.1 recognises Ricoh’s ongoing commitment to secure information management in the office, for general office use up to highly confidential materials for legal or government use."

Recently, Ricoh was recognised by the FTSE4Good Index for the eighth consecutive year for its approach to environmental management and was given the best practice label.

On top of this, the printer ink firm noted its corporate social responsibility role runs deep in the company, striving for the best standard for its customers.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

E Ink And Epson Develop New eReader Tablet

Thu, 19 May 2011 10:15:48 +0100

Printer firm Epson and E Ink have announced the development of a new high-resolution ePaper Document Reader.

The companies claim that the tablet is lightweight, energy efficient and has a paper-like display that can hold vast amounts of data.

Furthermore, Epson noted that its high-speed controller platform was an ideal choice for E Ink to develop the new technology on.

Scott Liu, chairman at E Ink, said that the adoption of eReaders has continued to develop worldwide and the latest devices can help meet consumer needs.

Torao Yajima, managing director at Epson, said: "We developed this device specifically to meet the high data demands of business and academia."

Recently, the printer ink firm announced that it would be integrating an automatic download service to its devices.

Epson claims that when using a printer on a Linux PC it will be even easier to use its product allowing consumers to produce documents quicker.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Lexmark Announces X950 and C950 Laser Printers For Large And Medium Sized Firms

Thu, 19 May 2011 10:12:42 +0100

Lexmark has announced four new smart printer ink devices deigned to help medium and large sized business. The company claims its latest multifunction product (MFP) range will help companies reduce costs and time when printing on a large scale.

Furthermore, Lexmark noted the X950 colour multifunction product series and C950de colour printer are capable of printing on sheet sizes from 12.6inches up to 48inches.

Marty Canning, executive vice president and president of imaging solutions and services at Lexmark, said: "The new products announced today, along with our other award-winning colour offerings, are notable additions to an extremely broad and high-performing printer and MFP product line and will help to ensure our competitiveness in the colour workgroup printing market."

Recently, the printer ink firm announced that it has developed a new technology to speed up how people address business envelopes. Lexmark claims that companies can add postal destinations to a document in a click of a button using its Envelope Wizard SmartSolution.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Ink Producer Dell And Partner SAP To Help Firms With Cloud Computing

Wed, 18 May 2011 08:57:19 +0100

Dell, the ink and computer company, has expanded its relationship with SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing) to improve cloud computing for business customers.

The partnership will see new Dell products using SAP In-Memory Computing technology to speed the transferring of company information for organisations.

Furthermore, Dell claims using the latest solution will help corporate IT departments move to cloud computing quickly, cost-effectively and with added flexibility.

Steve Schuckenbrock, president at Dell services, said: "The expansion of our current collaboration with SAP demonstrates our mutual resolve to help customers solve real business problems.

"We are proud to align with SAP to bring organisations new offerings utilising cloud and in-memory computing technologies that increase efficiencies and boost performance."

Recently, the ink firm expanded its range of solutions to give companies more space in their data centre storage.

On top of this, Dell noted that the new range will help small and medium sized businesses deal with larger quantities of computer data.

Posted by Jamie Foster

HP Ink And Printer Technology Help Boost Its Profits

Wed, 18 May 2011 08:55:05 +0100

Hewlett-Packard (HP) has released its second quarter financial results that show gains in its entire printer ink technology categories, and overall an increased company net revenue of three per cent.

Furthermore, HP revealed that in all of its imaging and printing group sales profits grew by five per cent over the year.

On top of this, it claims that with new innovation and technology, such as the ePrint platform it has helped grow HP's commercial hardware transactions.

Cathie Lesjak, executive vice president and chief financial officer at HP, said: "In the second quarter, we saw continued strength in the enterprise with combined revenue from our commercial businesses up eight per cent year over year."

Recently, ahead of HP's financial results the company announced a new range of HP Designjet ePrinters created for mobile workers.

Furthermore, the firm claims that the new devices allow professionals to print large-formatted images simply and improve content-sharing.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Lexmark Introduce Ink Technology Making Addressing Envelopes Easier

Wed, 18 May 2011 08:52:45 +0100

Ink and printer manufacturer, Lexmark, has announced its new Envelope Wizard SmartSolution technology that allows small business to quickly address envelopes by the touch of a button.

The new solution can be used on a number of Lexmark's web connected all-in-one (AIO) printers, which it claims will help companies in the future.

Furthermore, Lexmark states that this new technology can save time for businesses by speeding up their printing solutions and will help reduce waste in the office.

On top of this, users can programme their address into the devices and with one press can choose where the mail is going, pick the envelope size and then print it.

Recently, Lexmark introduced a new range of colour laser multifunction products for businesses to improve their printing software and needs.

Marty Canning, executive vice president and president of imaging solutions and services at the company, noted the devices would strengthen the firm's position in this area of the printing software market.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Kodak Printer Ink Technology Wins 2 Gold Medals At Poligrafia Event

Wed, 18 May 2011 08:49:36 +0100

Kodak has won two awards in the Poznan International Fair (PIF) Gold Medal Competition for its printer ink technology at the 2011 Poligrafia exhibition in Poland.

The company took the two honours for the KODAK PROSPER S5 Imprinting System and the KODAK FLEXCEL NX Digital Flexographic System.

Furthermore, Kodak was awarded with the brace of medals for the modern design innovation and functionality of the devices.

Swapan Chaudhuri, managing director of Kodak Poland, said: "Poligrafia was a major success for Kodak. Only nine Gold Medals were awarded at this year's show, so to walk away with two prizes was a special honour and a great endorsement for the company's commitment to research and development."

Recently, the printer ink firm showcased a wide range of its products at the INFO*FLEX 2011 exhibition, where consumers could view Kodak's variety of printing and packaging solutions.

Furthermore, the company noted its latest devices can help improve quality and lower costs to users.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Epson Showcase Printer Ink Devices At 2011 National Stationary Show

Tue, 17 May 2011 11:15:10 +0100

Businesses looking for a new printer that provides them with extra ink cartridge capacity could be interested in the Epson Stylus R2000 which takes the T1590 series of ink cartridges, including all Epson Kingfisher inks (T1590, T1591, T1592, T1593, T1594, T1597, T1598, and T1599 ink cartridges).

The 2011 National Stationary Show is taking place in New York and is running from May 15th until May 18th, with consumers having the opportunity to sample the new printer ink technology.

Furthermore, Epson's latest device can provide customers with up to 50 per cent more prints with its new larger ink cartridges, according to the company.

Richard Day, senior product manager in professional imaging at Epson, said: "The Epson Stylus Photo R2000 is a powerful tool for creative professionals, allowing them to design with confidence knowing that this printer can handle their creative vision."

He added that the new technology provides a high-quality finish no matter what it is printing, whether it is a simple photo through to invitations or a complete set of cards.

Recently, Epson won three awards in the printer and scanner categories at the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) ceremony.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Ricoh UK Showcase Printer Ink Solutions At Coventry Event

Tue, 17 May 2011 08:44:20 +0100

Ricoh UK recently exhibited its latest range of laser printer ink technology and its new Click service at the CRN Partner Connect event.

The trade show took place at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry, where it offered visitors the opportunity to view the company's latest printer ink solutions.

Sarah Sweet, distribution and IT reseller channel marketing manager at Ricoh UK, said: "We are looking forward to working together to identify our customers' most pressing needs, especially in the current economic climate, to ensure that we are presenting the best solutions available to our customers."

She added that the event was a great opportunity for the company to showcase the firm's wide range of printer ink solutions.

Recently, the organisation announced that a new man would be taking the helm at Ricoh UK with the businesses chief operating officer, Philip Keoghan, taking the role of chief executive.

Mr Keoghan replaces David Mills who is now an executive vice president in operations at Ricoh Europe.

Posted by Jamie Foster

HP Expands Its Printer Ink Technology For Construction Professionals

Mon, 16 May 2011 09:18:50 +0100

Hewlett-Packard (HP) has announced it will expand its range of printer ink technology to help clients in the architecture, construction and engineering sectors.

The company plans to increase its portfolio of Designjet ePrinters to make large-format printing for professionals easier.

Furthermore, HP claims that its new Designjet T1300 and Designjet T790 ePrinter models have been tailored to match customers' needs with people being able to connect the devices to laptops via a USB connection.

Santiago Morera, vice president and general manager in Designjet large-format solutions at HP, said: "Today, HP is dramatically simplifying the large-format printing experience by enabling our customers to print and upload their personal content to and from the web in an instant and access their files where the job takes them.

Recently, the firm announced that it would be introducing wireless PC accessories to its devices, including the HP Wi-Fi Mobile Mouse and the Links-5 connector that helps free up USB space on various computer products.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Kodak to Showcase Printer Ink Solutions In Mexico City Event

Fri, 13 May 2011 09:55:33 +0100

People attending the Expografica event in Mexico City will be able to see Kodak's latest solutions for printer ink, packaging and publishing technology.

Furthermore, the show will run from May 17th until the 20th and over 16,000 visitors are expected to walk through the doors at the Centro Banamex.

On top of this, Kodak will showcase its range of PROSPER S5 Imprinting Systems, which it claims gives customers high-speed printing services while using web devices.

Carlos Dominguez, general manager at Kodak de Mexico, said: "This show is a great venue for us to meet with a large number of customers at once, discuss their needs, fully exploring with them our robust portfolio of hardware, software, service, and support."

He added that the company is committed to providing users with high-class printing, publishing and imaging solutions.

Recently, the printer ink firm released its All-in-One device aimed at home office workers which it claims gives them a first-class service with low cost and longer lasting ink technology.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Brothers Ink Cartridge Recycling Saves 2000 Acres Of Rainforest

Fri, 13 May 2011 09:49:36 +0100

An ink and toner recycling scheme set up by Brother less than two years ago has helped save over 2,000 acres of rainforest.

The Brother Earth charity has helped protect over 80,000 mature trees and 380,000 saplings in conjunction with the Cool Earth organisation.

Furthermore, the printer firm noted that for every four drums of toner cartridge and eight ink cartridges that are recycled it saves a tree in the Peruvian Amazon.

Phil Jones, sales and marketing director, said: "The environment has been at the heart of what we do at Brother for nearly 15 years.

"The Brother Earth initiative is a clear reflection of this focus, and we are the only printer manufacturer to be involved in such a scheme."

Recently, printer ink firm Ricoh announced that since it set up a recycling programme in 2008 the company currently collects back 85 per cent of the toner cartridges it sells.

Furthermore, general manager of service operations Lee Choon Heng told Thestar.com.my that if it had not set up the scheme tonnes of old products would have ended up at land fill sites.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Printer Ink firm Dell To Expand Services To Business Users

Thu, 12 May 2011 08:30:55 +0100

Dell, the printer ink and IT solutions provider, has announced that it is expanding its services to partners to help drive business growth.

The new programme will give the company's premier partners the opportunity to benefit from extra rewards, certification and training in various divisions of business from the financial side through to marketing assistance.

Greg Davis, vice president and general manager at Dell Global Commercial Channels, said: "For those partners who are investing in Dell, we are enhancing incentives and benefits to better position them for success, and we are able to do that thanks to the success our partners have enabled PartnerDirect to achieve."

Furthermore, PartnerDirect's new composition will help companies using Dell solutions for their long-term business success.

Recently, the printer ink firm helped the University of Plymouth create a high performance computer using Dell technology, which is capable of making one billion calculations per second to further physics research.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Ink Firm Canon Announce Retirement Its US Life Science Divisions CE

Wed, 11 May 2011 08:34:19 +0100

Ink, camera and printer manufacturer Canon has announced the retirement of its chief executive of US Life Science.

Takayoshi Hanagata will leave the company on July 31st and will also step down as chairman of the Virginia division and the industrial resources technologies department.

Mr Hanagata joined the firm's US region back in 2003 and became Canon Virginia chair in January 2010.

Joe Adachi, president and chief executive of Canon US, told Virginiabusiness.com: "The expansion and growth of Canon Virginia under Mr. Hanagata's leadership has been remarkable."

He added that growth in the last eight years in producing high-quality and world class devices has made the department a key centre in the US region.

Recently, the printer and ink manufacturer announced that Nocson Collaborations has released a new software solution called EasyConnect to be used with Canon's imageFORMULA DR-Series scanner line.

The firms hope the partnership will make capturing and indexing images simpler for consumers using cloud computing solutions.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Printer Firm Dell Expand Its IT Storage And Networking Portfolio

Wed, 11 May 2011 08:31:36 +0100

Computer and printer firm Dell has expanded it networking and storage range of devices on off to small and medium business owners.

Furthermore, the company claims its new products will help firms benefit from a higher performing and flexible IT system.

Dell's new PowerConnect M8024-k Ethernet blade will help streamline business networks and reduce their operating costs, the manufacturer stated.

Dario Zamarian, vice president and general manager at Dell Networking, said: "With ever-increasing user demands, enterprises are looking to manage growth by scaling bandwidth and delivering more virtualised services."

He added that the new technology provides companies with a seamless scalability and a much more efficient system.

Recently, Dell announced that it had stopped over 68 million kilograms of its electrical products, including computers, printers, monitors and accessories from going to landfill sites in the last year.

Furthermore, it recorded an increase of 16 per cent in its recycling programme, and wants to reduce one billion pounds worth of e-waste by 2014.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Cowes Week Yacht Charter

Tue, 10 May 2011 10:06:43 +0100

Cowes Week yacht charter prices and dates have now been confirmed by SolentCharters.com and are available to both private and corporate clients. With full day yacht charters for any day of the Cowes Week event costing as little as £1299 for a day on a flybridge motor yacht with skipper , crew and fuel included early booking is recommended.

A lunchtime berth has been secured with the Cowes Yacht Haven marina so getting to the heart of the action will not be a problem.

Please contact Matthew at Solentcharters.com on 01590 682878 to enquiry about your day at this most prestigious event.

New Printer Pro App Launched By Readdle

Mon, 09 May 2011 08:53:36 +0100

Technology manufacturer Readdle has released its newest version of the Printer Pro application that allows users to print documents directly from their iOS devices.

The new Printer Pro 1.5 gives iPad and iPhone users an improved service and variety of methods to enable customers to print documents in seconds, the company claims.

Igor Zhadanov, chief executive of Readdle, said: "Printer Pro delivers the most complete printing solution to the iOS users in a simple and elegant way."

He added that recently iOS products have replaced organisers, laptops, scanning and fax machines to provide people with high-quality and reliable print services.

Recently, the application manufacturer announced the release of Terra 1.2, which is a new model of the firm's free internet browser for the iPad.

Alex Tyagulsky from the company noted that before the introduction of the new service Terra users have spent over 500,000 minutes browsing the web, and with the new service the company expects this number to increase.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Printer Firm Kodak Discusses The Importance Of Innovative IT

Mon, 09 May 2011 08:43:45 +0100

Printer firm Kodak attended the InformationWeek's Government IT (Information Technology) Leadership Forum 2011, Washington DC, to discus the importance of using innovative computer solutions that can be implemented in various agencies and departments.

At the event Kodak wanted to highlight the benefits of using up to date document capture products to give more accurate and reliable data to users.

Furthermore, it highlighted that the company's varying software can provide customers with better ways to manage their IT in the future.

Mark Neff, director of marketing for the US and Canada in document imaging at Kodak's Business Solutions and Services Group, said: "More than ever, the public sector is charged with streamlining best practices to lower operating costs and achieve greater efficiency across their information and document management practices."

Recently, the company demonstrated the use of its PRINERGY Workflow device and EFI Fiery Controllers, which it claims offers customers high levels of production and efficiency in their printing.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Printer Firm HP Wins IT Outsourcing Contract For The County Of San Diego

Fri, 06 May 2011 08:39:20 +0100

Printer ink firm Hewlett-Packard (HP) announced it has been chosen by the county of San Diego, California, to manage a $700million (£426.3 million) Information Technology (IT) Outsourcing contract.

The company's mission is to provide the area with sustainable, efficient and effective IT provisions to better serve residents and employees.

HP's new contract will make it the prime provider for IT and telecommunications services within San Diego.

Dennis Stolkey, senior vice president and general manager of US public sector at HP Enterprise Services, said: "Local governments work hard to provide taxpayers with timely and convenient delivery of government services while being faced with significant pressures from aging technology."

He added the new contract will help improve business transparency, accuracy and productivity with the area.

Recently, the printer firm launched the HP Strategic IT Advisory Services scheme that has been designed to help chief information officers ensure their computer technology is sufficient to allow their firms to grow and become profitable.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Kyocera Mita Win Printer Line Of The Year Award From BLI

Thu, 05 May 2011 08:57:02 +0100

Kyocera Mita America has been honoured with the 2011 Monochrome Printer Line of the Year award by Buyers Laboratory Inc (BLI) for its printer ink technology.

The company's devices were tested by the BLI last year with all of its monochrome printer range receiving the highly recommended rating, and four products won pick of the year awards.

Peter Hendrick, vice president of marketing at Kyocera Mita America, said: "We're honoured to have received BLI's Printer Line of the Year award for our monochrome printers, and this recognition reaffirms our mission to deliver high value total document imaging solutions to our customers all over the world."

He added that Kyocera aims to offer consumer best-in-class products at affordable prices to deal with today's business needs.

Recently, the firm's UK team signed up with the Danwood Group to expand the supply of Kyocera's print ecology brand across Europe.

Furthermore, the new partnership will see the company's product being offered to a wider client base to continue the manufacturer's worldwide growth.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Kodak Printer Ink Device Will Revolutionise Direct Mail Market

Thu, 05 May 2011 08:54:52 +0100

New printer ink technology from Kodak is being used to revolutionise the Direct Mail Market by the Howard Hunt Group.

The marketing service provider has installed a Kodak PROPSER 5000XL Press machine at its site in Dartford, Kent.

Furthermore, the company claims that using Kodak's inkjet technology will help it deliver a wide range of services, including digital and direct mail.

Lucy Edwards, assistant managing director at Howard Hunt Group, said: "Because we believe that Kodak Stream Technology will revolutionise direct mail, adding a PROSPER Press is a strategic move for our company

She added that with high speed and increased volume capabilities the new press will allow clients to work more effectively in the future.

Recently, Kodak announced its extension of its All-in-One (AiO) Inkjet printer technology, which has been designed to target the home office market.

Furthermore, the firm claims the ESP Office 2170 AiO device can provide people with high-quality and affordable printing services.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Lexmarks VP To Take Part In 39th J P Morgan Conference

Thu, 05 May 2011 08:48:41 +0100

The executive vice president and chief financial officer of printer ink firm Lexmark will take part in a prestigious media and telecom event later this month.

John Gamble will participate in the J P Morgan 39th Annual Technology, Media and Telecom Conference on May 17th in Boston.

Furthermore, Lexmark's representative will talk about the company's initiatives using its software and printing technology that have helped provide solutions for businesses of all sizes.

Mr Gamble's appearance is scheduled to begin at 8:40 AM EDT and can be accessed via Lexmark's investor relations site, where it will be replayed.

Recently, the printer ink firm announced the results of its annual stakeholder vote, which saw Paul Rooke elected to serve as the class one member of the board of directors for two years.

On top of this, Ralph Gomory, Jared Cohon, Edward Coleman and Sandra Helton were elected to the board for three years as class two members.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Ricohs Printer Ink To Be Used In Producing Art Book By John Cleese

Wed, 04 May 2011 08:40:25 +0100

Ricoh UK is involved in an artistic project, which will use its printer ink technology to produce a book supported by comedian John Cleese.

The Ricoh Pro C901 Graphic Arts Edition colour press was chosen to print the photography in a book, which documents the process of sculptor Johnathon Wylder creating a collection of his works.

Furthermore, the publication titled JW2, that features text written by John Cleese after he interviewed Wylder, will see all profits going to charity Mencap.

Stephen Palmer, production print director at Ricoh UK, said: "For the Ricoh Pro C901 Graphic Arts Edition to be identified as the press of choice for such a prestigious artistic and photographic project confirms the performance of this highly versatile system."

He added that the printer can use a variety of paper grades and with its ink will create a stand-out and eye-catching book.

Recently, Ricoh was recognised by the FTSE4Good Index for the eighth consecutive year for its environmental management approach.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Epson Release New Ink Cartridge Range

Wed, 04 May 2011 08:35:22 +0100

Epson has released its newest range of ink cartridges designed to give consumers better value for money.

The manufacturer claims that its UltraChrome Hi-Gloss2 pigment ink cartridges give consumers 50 per cent higher capacity than its previous models.

Furthermore, Epson said that people can benefit from long-lasting prints that are durable and achieve an ultra-glossy finish for photos.

Neil Wilson, business manager at Epson UK, said: "The printhead delivers a variable droplet size down to 1.5pl, resulting in high precision and smooth gradations.

"It also has an ink mixing function to prevent ink settling in the cartridges, making colour reproduction as accurate as possible."

On top of this, the new ink cartridges work in the firm's american R2000 printer range, which benefits from Wi-Fi connectivity.

Recently, the ink cartridge manufacturer announced that it would be offering courses to professionals and amateurs throughout 2011, for them to learn how to get the best from their printing and digital imaging.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Printer Firm Brother Promotes Safer Working For Electricians

Tue, 03 May 2011 10:53:48 +0100

Printer firm Brother has promoted safer working habits for electricians, with three professionals winning an electrical tester.

The device, which is worth £1,200, will allow them to test electric installations faster and with greater ease.

Furthermore, the professionals have become the last three entrants to win the Megger multifunction device, after Brother launched the scheme to improve safety awareness for electricians.

Mike Kelly, head of identification for Brother, said: "We’re committed to helping all our customers, including professional electricians, work efficiently and safely.

"The Megger testers, together with our electronic labeller PT7600VP, provide electricians with an effective and robust kit.

Winners of the scheme included electricians from Lancashire, Cheshire and Kent.

Recently, the printer firm was awarded The Queen's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development, following its commitment to reducing waste and conserving energy.

Furthermore, Brother said that it started its first sustainability initiatives in 1994, and since then the concept has spread through its business and its community and charity work.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Ink Cartridge Firm Ricoh UK Announces Philip Keoghan As New CE

Tue, 03 May 2011 10:51:10 +0100

Ink cartridge and printer manufacturer Ricoh UK has announced that Philip Keoghan, the firm's chief operating officer, has become its new chief executive.

The appointment will see Mr Keoghan replace David Mills, who has now become executive vice president of the firm's European operations.

Prior to working at Ricoh, Mr Keoghan was UK president for IKON office solutions.

He said: "I am fully committed to ensuring that our customers continue to see us as a trusted partner delivering strong business value and I look forward to developing new growth opportunities including IT services."

Recently, Ricoh was recognised for the eighth consecutive year by the FTSE4Good Index, with its environmental management plan awarded best practice status.

The index measured the company's performance against similar firms over 23 markets around the world before making its decision.

Director and deputy president at the ink cartridge producer, Takashi Nakamura, said being recognised again sends out a positive message to investors and stakeholders about Ricoh's corporate responsibility to encouraging sustainable business practice.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Epson Extends Availability Of Stylus Pro Printers In US

Tue, 03 May 2011 10:47:47 +0100

Epson has extended its availability of the Stylus Pro printers to a wider market in the US.

The firm's Stylus Pro 7700 and Stylus Pro 9700, which it claims offers professionals a broad range of tasks, will now be available from authorised Epson resellers.

Reed Hecht, product manager at Epson America, said: "The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and Pro 9700 give customers an incredible combination of speed, brilliant colour, reliable performance, and image quality that's superior to most other printers being used by corporate graphics and signage professionals today."

He added that the expansion is good news not just for the company, but for resellers and their customers.

Recently, Epson released the WorkForce 635 all-in-one device, targeted at the home-office user, which social media consultant Mirna Bird uses to run its business effectively.

The company claims that with high speeds, copying, printing, scanning and faxing capability, it offers everything a small firm needs to run an office's document production efficiently.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer Firm Dell Reveals Application For Cloud Computing Users

Tue, 03 May 2011 08:48:25 +0100

Computer and printer maker Dell has launched its new Software as a Service (SaaS) for enterprises taking advantage of cloud computing.

The technology from Dell Boomi gives firms the opportunity to start using the new SaaS applications to help with migration to cloud technology and improve large-scale data management.

Rick Nucci, founder and chief technical officer of Dell Boomi, said: "Customers want to integrate the new with the old, reaping the benefits of the cloud without having to rip and replace what they already have.

"The new features in AtomSphere Spring 11 were designed with mid- to large-size businesses in mind to simplify their path to the cloud."

He added that enterprises are looking for the most efficient and flexible ways to move to cloud technology without affecting their old applications.

Recently, the printer firm revealed that the company plans to increase its ink cartridge and electronic recycling by 2014, and highlighted that during 2011 it aims to up its eco-friendly commitment by 16 per cent.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Kodak To Display Printer Products At EFI Connect

Tue, 03 May 2011 08:44:30 +0100

Kodak will display some of its print service products at the Electronics for Imaging (EFI) Connect users' conference.

It will give customers the opportunity to learn how to connect between EFI Fiery Controllers and Kodak PRINERGY Workflow in order to create a single printing infrastructure.

The printer ink firm claims the benefits of combining the two products helps to cut operational costs and boosts production performance.

Barry Quart, general manager in business solutions and service for Americas region at Kodak, said: "Centralised production control by a single workflow helps our customers to increase production efficiencies and minimize errors.

"This technology demonstration with Fiery Controllers represents another step in PRINERGY Workflow’s evolution as a true unified workflow solution," he added.

Furthermore, vice president of fiery marketing at EFI John Henze noted that with a record number of print industry leaders coming to the event, it is an ideal opportunity to reveal the technology.

Recently, Kodak showcased a comprehensive range of its services aimed at manufacturers and marketers at the Customer Engagement Technology World show in San Francisco.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Cloud Service From Ink Firm HP Nominated For A WebbyAward

Tue, 03 May 2011 08:30:05 +0100

Computer and ink firm HP has announced that its MagCloud, web-based content publishing, service has been nominated for a WebbyAward.

Nominees for the 15th annual award ceremony were whittled down from a field of over 10,000 entrants, with MagCloud being put forward in the Webby People's Voice category.

The MagCloud system was developed to allow consumers the ability to publish a magazine, business portfolio or brochure for free in a print and digital format.

Andrew Bolwell, chief MagClouder at HP, said: "This nomination recognizes the exciting and innovative self service publishing model MagCloud has developed, which delivers unprecedented flexibility, choice and quality."

Voting is now open to the general public and is hosted on the Webby site through to April 28th.

Recently, HP announced the ePrint service application for the iPhone, which is now available from the app store.

The new device allows users to connect from their mobile phone remotely without having to connect to a printer but still use the services.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

New Printers From Lexmark Aimed At Medium Sized Firms

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 08:39:15 +0100

Lexmark, the ink cartridge and printer manufacturer, has introduced two new multifunction products (MFPs) targeted at medium-sized businesses.

The new colour laser printers the X548de and X548dte deliver high quality, time saving and intelligent solutions for firms to enhance their productivity the company claim.

Furthermore, the new Lexmark range come with a 7-inch colour touch screen, with pre-loaded applications, and firms can gain rewards by sending in their empty ink cartridges to be recycled by Lexmark.

Marty Canning, president of imaging and solutions and executive vice president at Lexmark, said: "We are committed to driving innovative, disruptive A4 technology with smart devices, customizable with industry-leading software and tailored solutions, to make our business customers more productive."

He added that the new MFPs strengthen the company's portfolio and position in a strategic area of the market for the firm.

Recently, Lexmark celebrated its 20th anniversary after being formed as a separate organisation from IBM.

Since then the company has grown into a global firm, and in recognition of its birthday company employees have committed themselves to 20 years worth (175,200 hours) of volunteer service in 2011.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer Firm Brother Wins Queen's Sustainable Development Award

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:24:59 +0100

Printer ink firm Brother has won a Queen's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development.

The company received the accolade for its commitment to improve sustainable business practices.

These efforts involved the company's commitment to energy conservation, waste management and developing its wide range of networks within the community, including its charitable bodies.

Phil Jones, sales and marketing director at Brother, said: "It's a huge honour to be one of the very few companies that achieve this award for sustainability, and testament to the great work being done every day by the company and its staff."

He added that the firm's first initiatives started in 1994 and the sustainable principles have become ingrained in the company.

Recently, the printer firm released the HL-2130 device, which has been specifically designed to target the UK's small businesses and entrepreneurs.

The company claim that the small printer is efficient, cost-effective and has a simple set-up with USB connectivity

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Webinars From Kodak To Help Firms Improve Marketing Performance

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 08:51:50 +0100

Printer and ink firm Kodak has designed a series of webinars designed to help firms make the transition from print service providers (PSP) to marketing service providers (MSP).

The series has been developed to bring together industry experts and Kodak's specialist staff discussing development trends facing firms in 2011.

Serge Grichmanoff, director of marketing sciences at Kodak MarketMover MSP Solutions, said: "As a business owner, managing the change from PSP to MSP can be challenging, especially when your trusted marketing campaigns start to underperform."

He noted that using the webinars will teach companies how to revitalise campaigns and make them lucrative once more.

Recently, Kodak expanded its All-in-One (AiO) inkjet printer range for the home office, introducing the ESP Office 2170 AiO device.

The firm claim that the new product offers high-quality and affordable printing that is energy efficient and cost-effective.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Canon wins printer award at TIPA

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 08:53:55 +0100

Canon has won four awards at the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) ceremony, including best multifunction photo printer.

The company won accolades for its products released in Europe during 2010, which were judged by TIPA's panel that discussed everything from design to overall product quality.

Furthermore, Canon's PIXMA MG8150 received printing praise, but the company also won awards in three other categories, including best DSLR entry, superzoom camera and professional lens.

Steve Marshall, consumer imaging product marketing manager at Canon Europe said: "The TIPA awards are well known for independently acknowledging the very best imaging products, and we're pleased to be so strongly represented across such a broad range of categories."

He added that the accolades demonstrates the quality that is available from Canon across all its ranges.

Recently, Canon and Oke launched their imagePRESS C7010VP, introducing a device designed to deliver a high-quality and efficient digital printing solution for consumers.

Johnny McMaster

Martin Homlish To Join Ink Firm HP As Its Chief Marketing Officer

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 09:03:22 +0100

Printer ink firm Hewlett-Packard (HP) has announced that Martin Homlish will be joining the company as its chief marketing officer.

Mr Homlish will be responsible for marketing across the whole of the organisation and will appointed to its executive council.

Furthermore, he will become part of the HP team after spending ten years at SAP AG, and prior to that 15 years at Sony Corporation in a variety of roles, including head of marketing services and president of its media solutions company.

Leo Apotheker, president and chief executive at HP, said: "He will help us position our products, services and value proposition to customers as they navigate the new connected world."

He added that Mr Homlish is a world-class marketing executive, and will help drive HP and its message forward in the future.

Recently, the ink firm announced that Thomas Hogan would be leaving the company as an executive vice president, but will continue to work until the end of May when Jan Zadak replaces him in the Enterprise Business Sales and Marketing department.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Dell Sets 16 Percent Recycling Targets For 2011

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 09:01:21 +0100

Ink cartridge producer Dell has announced that it will recycle 150 million pounds of its electronic products during 2011, rather than sending them to landfills.

This is a 16 per cent increase on its commitments from 2010 with a goal to recycle one billion pounds worth of devices by 2014.

Furthermore, Dell Reconnect in the US joined with Goodwill Industries in 2004, making it easier for people to recycle their unwanted electrical appliances including computers, printer and ink cartridges.

Mike Watson, director of Dell's Take Back programme, said: "As we strive to reach our one billion-pound target by 2014, we're focused on educating people and creating awareness on the benefits of computer recycling and how Dell makes it easy to do so."

He added that the company's recycling record was second to none.

Recently, the firm announced plans to open a research and development centre at Silicon Valley.

The new facility will help support the expansion of Dell's networking design, storage development and cloud computing services.

Posted by Jamie Foster

HP Printers And Ink To Be On Display In May

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 08:59:25 +0100

Printer ink company HP will showcase a range of its printer and ink products at the PrintEX11 and co-located Visual Impact Image Expo (VIIE) trade shows at Darling Harbour next month.

The two technology events will run from May 4th to 6th and will highlight the effectiveness of HP's Latex Ink Technology.

Shane Lucas, director of graphic arts South Pacific at HP, told wideformatonline.com: "The co-location of these trade shows enables HP to have a strong presence through our dedicated HP Application Gallery at VIIE and through our channel partners at PrintEx11."

He added that there will also be a range of Scitex flatbed printers on display, which will demonstrate the versatility of its HP Indigo range.

Recently, the company announced that it plans to build a state of the art software innovation centre at Moffett Towers in Sunnyvale, California.

The new development will bring together different areas of the firm's various departments in the area.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Canon Gives Out Help Guides To Improve Document Security

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 08:53:13 +0100

Printer and ink firm Canon has launched its first hardening guides advising customers on how to get the best security configuration for its imageRUNNER ADVANCE series.

The help guides come as part of Canon's strategy to help companies and consumers reduce the risk of exposure for their document security.

Furthermore, the firm claim that organisations must have a secure printing strategy in place and these manuals can help lower the risk of threats and data leakage.

Quentyn Taylor, director of information security at Canon Europe, said: "Organisations need to understand the risk they potentially expose themselves to by leaving MFDs (multifunctional devices) unprotected, as well as the positive impact on security MFDs can provide."

Recently, the printer firm announced that its imaging platform would allow users to directly connect to its services from cloud technology for the first time.

The company said it would give offices the opportunity to create and control workflows more effectively.

Posted by Jamie Foster

HP Sales And Marketing Vice President To Leave

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 08:51:35 +0100

Computer, ink and printer firm Hewlett-Packard (HP) has announced that its executive vice president in Enterprise Business Sales and Marketing is leaving the company.

Thomas Hogan had been at the head of a number of the firm's major achievements, including building a world-class sales university, launching the Instant-On Enterprise designed to improve connectivity for businesses, and the transforming of HP's multiyear sales profitability.

He joined the firm in 2006 and helped drive the company's software portfolio and helped triple revenues.

Ann Livermore, executive vice president at HP Enterprise Business, said: "We thank Tom for his pioneering work in the sales and marketing transformation.

Mr Hogan will stay on until the end of May, and will be replaced by managing director for HP Europe, the Middle East and Africa Jan Zadak.

Ms Livermore added: "Jan brings to this role strong leadership skills, solid business acumen and a passion for client success."

Recently, the printer ink firm announced that Brian Humphries was appointed to lead the company's strategy for improving its revenue opportunities.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Ink Firm Dell To Help Improve US SMEs Data Storage Servers

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:08:21 +0100

Computer and ink maker Dell is to help small and medium-sized businesses in the US to simplify their server and data storage infrastructures.

The company claim that its new PowerEdge T110 II and PowerEdge R210 II, allow businesses to improve their data sharing, protection and management ability.

Furthermore, the new products offer power-saving options for customers and help lower costs with quicker performance and deployment options.

Tony Parkinson, executive director of global enterprise services and solutions at Dell, said: "One question we understandably get from small and midsize customers when they’re confronting the task of managing their data is whether to keep it on-premise or in the cloud."

He added that the new products are perfect for firms wanting to lay their data foundation in their companies.

Recently, Dell's Desktop Virtualisation Solutions created new hardware that helps ease design and implementation plans when working on the internet, allowing firms to do more with their IT infrastructure.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

New Printer From Brother Aimed At British Entrepreneurs

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:05:15 +0100

Brother, the printer and ink maker, is adding the Brother HL-2130 to its mono laser series designed to support entrepreneurs.

The new laser printer has been made to target the UK's 3.6 million small firms offering a high-quality product for an affordable price, the company claim.

Furthermore, Brother noted with its compact design it can fit into any small office and has a simple set-up and USB connectivity.

Phil Jones, sales and marketing manager at the firm, said: "Micro businesses need equipment that is reliable and easy to run so we've designed this machine with these users in mind.

"By making improvements to the model we've also been able to reduce the price, making it an even more cost effective purchase for fledgling entrepreneurs."

On top of this, the Brother HL2130 comes with Energy Star accreditation for its low carbon impact.

Recently, the printer and ink producer was awarded the 100/100 rating for its environmental work by the Ethical Company Organisation.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Ricoh Awarded Best Practice Status

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:27:24 +0100

Ink cartridge producer Ricoh UK has been recognised by the FTSE4Good Index for the eighth consecutive year.

The company's environmental management approach was awarded the best practice status, it also received an accolade for all of its operations working under an eco-friendly system.

Furthermore, the index objectively measured the company against its criteria in over 23 markets before giving Ricoh the status.

Takashi Nakamura, director and deputy president at Ricoh, said: "Ricoh’s corporate social responsibility strategy runs deep in our company. It is quite simply the way we do business."

He added that the award is an honour, and that it sends out a message to customers and stakeholders that lets them know Ricoh is a trusted and efficient business.

Recently, the ink cartridge maker was named as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute.

It was the third year in a row that the firm was honoured for brining innovative ideas for customers and going beyond the legal minimums to help the public.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Clients Unhappy As Oracle Halts Using HP Server Technology

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 08:38:01 +0100

Ink and printer firm Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced concerns from partners and clients voicing their displeasure at Oracle, which has decided to end its Itanium processor development with the company.

Oracle was developing hardware using HP integrity systems, which customers have invested billions in using the software.

HP has noted that Oracle's decision to halt future development will cost people millions of dollars in lost productivity and stifle the industry.

Martin Fink, senior vice president and general manager in business critical systems at HP, said: "We believe in fair and spirited competition and the customer's right to choose the best technology for their organisations.

"In their most recent quarterly earnings, Oracle missed their hardware revenue target on Sun servers."

He noted that Oracle should not be using the business tactics it has adopted.

Recently, the ink printer firm announced it was offering customers and enterprises new applications to deliver greater flexibility and speed at home and in their office.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Firms Can Be Energy Efficient Using Remanufactured Toner Cartridges

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 08:35:24 +0100

People wanting to make their offices greener could benefit from recycling, and using remanufactured toner cartridges.

According to A Billion Acts Of Green, as Earth Day 2011 approaches there are a variety of methods people can undertake to have a healthier environment at work.

Furthermore, Earth Day, which takes place on April 22nd, will give people the opportunity to become more energy-efficient in the office, the environmental campaign group claim.

The company hope that by the 2012 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, people and businesses will record their work-related green activities on its website.

On top of this, the organisation has advised people to switch to energy-efficient lighting, recycle everything possible and use remanufactured toner cartridges to become more energy efficient.

Recently, students at the University of Hertfordshire set up a recycling charity for toner cartridges as part of a final year project.

The money it raises will go to Age UK's Warmth campaign.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Canon Announce New Service To Allow Ink Printing On Cloud Services

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 08:31:23 +0100

Camera, printer and ink producer Canon has announced its new imaging platform to connect users directly to cloud computing services.

The imageRUNNER ADVANCE will offer greater connectivity to Canon customers' office systems.

Furthermore, it will give firms the ability to scan and store documents on Microsoft SharePoint Online or Google Docs, which are accessible from any PC, mobile or smart phone.

Trevor Dodsworth, head of product marketing, business imaging group at Canon UK and Ireland, said: "For the first time, Canon customers can scan and save to, and print directly from the market's leading cloud services."

He added that it is only by listening to customers that the company can deliver solutions to improve printing and computing services for them.

Recently, the company launched its new imagePRESS C7010 VPS series in Barcelona.

It claims that the new portfolio offers improved efficiency and reduces costs with increased productivity in digital colour press technology for customers and firms.

Posted by Jamie Foster

HP Unveil New Mobile Workstations

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 08:47:40 +0100

Printer and ink producer HP has announced a new line-up of mobile workstations designed for power-computing and content-creation customers.

The HP Z210 Workstation has been unveiled as the company's continued investment in the mobile desktop market.

Furthermore, it builds on the environmentally friendly and reliable FORGE"#8221 framework, which the HP EliteBook series has at its heart.

Efrain Rovira, director of mobile workstations in the notebook business unit at HP, said: "The new EliteBook mobile workstations announced today combine innovative design with trusted, workstation-class technology to fuel creativity.

"As the fastest growing segment of the workstation market, mobile workstations continue to provide value to our most demanding design, animation and engineering customers."

Recently, the printer and ink manufacturer unveiled two new inkjet devices designed to help professionals in the office and on the go.

The new HP printers allow customers to print high-quality documents fast and easily while increasing efficiency and being energy-efficient.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

More People Should Be Allowed To Work From Home

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 08:36:05 +0100

More should be done by "enlightened organisations" to allow people to use their printer ink while working from home, according to an industry expert.

Shirley Borrett, development director at the Telework Association, said that employers have the notion that only carers and parents deserve to be able to work flexibly.

"But what about all those people that don't have children? They still deserve a life. They might have other interests or hobbies; they might ride horses or train for an Olympic sport or do almost anything," she added.

Ms Borrett went on to say that if working from home is not going to be detrimental to the team or the organisation then there is no reason why it should not be available to everyone.

Recently, the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development said that the government should extend the right to request flexible working to everybody at the earliest opportunity.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Kodak Unveil New ESP Office 2170 All-in-One Printer

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:04:15 +0100

Kodak, the camera, printer and ink producer, has released its new All-in-One (AiO) portfolio for the home office sector.

The KODAK ESP Office 2170 AiO Printer provides high-quality services, which are cost-effective for small businesses.

Furthermore, the new device features Wi-Fi connectivity and enables printing from iPhone, iPod touch and Blackberry handsets.

Susan Tousi, general manager, inkjet systems and vice president of Eastman Kodak Company, said: "Our new ESP Office 2170 Printer delivers print, copy, scan and fax capabilities in a compact design for the home office, and provides versatility, connectivity and high-quality to meet professionals' business printing needs."

Ms Tousi added that the Office 2170 AiO provides home office users with a simple to use product that has smart enterprise solutions.

Recently, the printer and ink company was ranked in the top 20 most reputable companies in the US, by the Reputation Institute.

It was placed 18th following a survey which over 30,000 consumers responded to.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Ink Producer HP Launch Printing App For iPhone

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 08:31:17 +0100

Ink and printer maker Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced an ePrint service app for the iPhone.

The new product is available for customers to buy from the App Store, which will allow customers to print from any HP devices within their network directly from their mobiles.

Bruce Dahlgren, senior vice president, managed enterprise solutions in the imaging and printing group at HP, said: "We are committed to anticipating our customer needs and delivering innovative solutions like HP ePrint Enterprise for our enterprise customers that need simple, secure mobile access to printing."

He added that by 2014 over a thousand firms will operate using mobile printing services, proving that mobility is a way of life in business.

Furthermore, iPhone users will be able to print and send information from the app to FedEx and Hilton Worldwide devices.

On top of this, the ink cartridge manufacturer HP announced that its technology would support printing directly from Google Cloud services through smartphones and laptops.Posted by

Canzil Ahmed

Konica Minolta Offering Free Inspection On Some Printers

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:30:25 +0100

Printer and ink cartridge manufacturer Konica Minolta is offering free inspection and modification on some customers' machines in case of an overheating problem.

The company has identified that in extreme cases only, some of its products need checking that the electric wiring is up to the company's standard.

So far, only one case is known to have happened where a device has overheated, but Konica Minolta said customer safety is of fundamental importance.

The company has outlined that the A4 colour printer's Magicolour 4750DN and Magicolour 3730DN, which were purchased between June 2010 and March 2011, that do not have a green and black sticker on its serial plate will be eligible for the free inspection.

If a printer has a sticker, then the company has assured customers that the device will not react in any way, and will be unaffected by overheating.

Recently, the printer ink company was named the Best Feature Rich A4 Colour MFP in the Business Equipment Research and Test Laboratories 2010 awards.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Printer Ink Firm Brother Runs Competition To Improve Office Management

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:57:47 +0100

Brother, the technology and printer ink firm, ran a business office labelling competition which attracted over 5,000 entries and has been won by Kate Kirman from Tamworth.

Ms Kirman, who works at the King Edward school in Staffordshire, won £500 worth of shoe shopping vouchers in a campaign to get office workers organised.

Mike Kelly, head of identification at Brother UK, said: "We put the campaign together with the aim of helping busy office managers to save time on daily tasks through quick organising tips and tricks. It also highlights how handy our labelling machines can be when it comes to keeping things in order."

Furthermore, the competition will be run every month until June 2011.

Recently, the printer ink company launched its Pride of Tameside Business Awards, which celebrates the success of hardworking firms during the current economic climate.

Any company in Tameside can enter, and the winners will be announced on May 20th.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Ink Manufacturer Epson Offer Four Courses On Printing And Imaging

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:44:34 +0100

Epson, the ink, printer and computer maker, is offering professionals and amateurs the chance to learn from experts about how to get the most from their printing and digital imaging.

The four Epson Print Academy classes are being run in conjunction with Aspect2i throughout 2011.

Following on from the company's success in recent years the classes will be hosted at the Epson headquarters in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, starting in April.

The first class will be run by Paul Gallagher, an expert in black and white printing, and will cover topics including Photoshop, scanning and mastering devices.

Mike McNamee, editor of Professional Imagemaker magazine, will run the second class, with editor of the Photographer Jonathan Briggs taking charge of the third class on confidence in colour.

Then in the fourth lesson John Humphrey and Sue Bishop will deliver a seminar on fine art photography, what it means and how to take the perfect picture using light and depth to help.

Recently, Epson released the PLQ-22/22M passport printer, which it claims offers lower noise levels and cheaper costs for customers.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer And Technology Firm Dell Invest 1 Billion USD In Cloud Technology

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:43:50 +0100

Computer and printer manufacturer Dell has announced it will invest $1 billion (£600 million) in cloud-based technology services to help drive and innovate customers in the virtual era.

The money will provide solutions and information to help customers using the new technology gain the most benefits.

Steve Schuckenbrock, president of Dell Service, said: "Technology advances, delivery methods and the move to disruptive IT models like cloud are changing the fundamental way businesses operate.

"With this transformational shift, businesses are gaining benefits in terms of speed to market and organisational and computer flexibility."

He wants to see the investment support and further organisations using cloud computing.

On top of this, Dell will build a number of efficient data centres, which will help all firms access cloud technologies and how to use them.

Recently, the technology and printer firm announced it would be supporting Sheffield Hallam University's efforts to improve its virtual storage capacity and become more energy efficient.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer And Ink Producer HP Named Innovator Of The Year

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:39:50 +0100

Hewlett Packard (HP), the printer and ink producer, has been named Innovator of the Year by Xplor International.

The company received the award for its HP Exstream Interactive Document Technology that allows businesses to value their communications quickly and efficiently.

Once consumers have completed a self-assessment questionnaire regarding their business workloads the new service provides people with metrics and ways they can improve their business efficiency.

Scott Draeger, manager of Exstream Product Strategy in the Imaging and Printing Group at HP, said: "Our goal is to offer our customers innovative answers to complex questions, simplifying customer communications and providing business tools that drive growth.

Recently, HP launched its new range of inkjet printers, designed for the office and mobile workers, which it claims will provide high-quality service to customers.

Furthermore, it noted that as more people will be working on the go its Officejet Pro 8000 range will increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption in their products.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Ink and Toner Cartridges LaserCare Achieves HP OPS Status

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 10:04:23 +0100

Ink-O-Dem, the ink and toner cartridge refiller, has announced plans to partner with the Independent College Bookstore Association (ICBA) in the US.

The ICBA stores represent a market of $1.5 billion (£900 million) and the new deal will see it provide eco-friendly refilling services to all its college institution members.

Marty Duncan, programme manger at ICBA, said: "Ink-O-Dem's Cartridge Refilling System is quickly gaining traction in the university bookstore marketplace for good reason - it has no peer.

"ICBA is always striving to offer the best value to our member stores, so Ink-O-Dem is a natural addition to our programs."

Furthermore, the new service is designed to offer students, staff and alumni convenient, cheap and high-quality ink.

Frank Honold of Ink-O-Dem said he is excited about the new partnership and the benefits it can bring to people across the US.

Recently, Ink-O-Dem announced it had joined 30 Ace Hardware stores, which would be offering environmentally-friendly ink services in the Chicago area.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Toner Company Kyocera Partner With Danwood

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 10:39:07 +0100

Ink and toner cartridge manufacturer Kyocera Mita has announced a partnership with the Danwood Group.

The new deal will see Danwood Group offering customers a range of Kyocera products under its new Print Ecology brand.

This will include a range of Kyocera's low waste, economically-friendly printers while combining services with the image document provider's expertise.

Graham Cox, sales and marketing director at Kyocera Mita UK, said: "Kyocera Mita UK has just celebrated its third successive year of record sales, an achievement that we attribute to the increasing awareness of the benefits of technology that is designed for both environmental and economic sustainability."

He added the new partnership will allow the company to expand in the UK.

Recently, the ink and toner cartridge maker released four new mid-speed printers, which it claims offers consumers and organisations economical services and easy installation.

Furthermore, the ECOSYS range has been designed to fit in any office or home space with its compact size.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

HP Announces New Printer For Workers On The Go

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 10:29:57 +0100

Ink and printer manufacturer Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced new printing solutions, which it claims can help all business customers.

The new HP Officejet Pro 8000 Enterprise Printer and Officejet 100 mobile device will give customers and mobile professionals the opportunity to produce high-quality work on the move, or in the office.

Stephen Nigro, senior vice president in the imaging and printing group at HP, said: "The mobile workforce and trends in telecommuting have altered the business landscape and technology requirements in recent years, and customer expectations have never been higher when it comes to printing."

He added that the new HP range will allow customers to print documents with a high-quality ink finish in a reliable and fast manner.

Furthermore, the new HPs enable consumers to produce colour documents cheaper than the old laser printers could, while also using less energy.

Recently, the company announced that people could print from their internet-enabled devices using smartphone applications.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Toner Cartridge Manufacturer Ricoh To Relocate Headquarters

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:38:01 +0100

Laser printer and toner cartridge manufacturer Ricoh Company has announced a shuffle up in its printer production resources and a relocation of its offices.

The firm has created Ricoh Production Print Solutions (RPPS), which now includes InfoPrint Solutions and the company's marketing and planning assets from Japan, in order to focus its efforts in a competitive market.

Shiro Kondo, president and chief executive officer at Ricoh Company, said: "The decision to locate the headquarters of RPPS in the US is an indication of how important this market is for future success."

He expects the ink and toner cartridge company to see the benefits of expansion in the coming months and years.

Furthermore, RPPS will be located in West Caldwell, New Jersey.

Recently, the company released its new range of commercial and corporate printers in the UK, with three digital choices that the company claim offers consumers flexibility and easy to upgrade options.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Ink And Toner Cartridges Recycled To Fund College Scholarship

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:33:10 +0100

Recycling ink and toner cartridges and other small electronic items at Broward College is providing the funds for educational scholarships.

After starting the project the education provider has recycled over 171,000 items, which has raised nearly $3,000 (£1,800) for its new type of award.

The first Broward College Foundation award, funded through Terracycle, was the Michelle A Lawless Environmental Science Scholarship, which was given out during the spring semester.

Jarrod Hersch, a member on the Terracycle programme committee, said: "I am pleased at the response. We have exceeded our collection goals and this year our goal is to keep 200,000 items out of the waste stream."

Furthermore, Sara Lopez became the first student to receive the funding, and said she wants to study environmental science because everyone has a responsibility to look after and sustain the world.

Recently, toner cartridge manufacturer Kyocera Mita UK unveiled its Greener Partner Programme, which encourages companies to be as eco-friendly as possible in their distribution and service delivery.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Lexmark Ink Cartridges Available At Internet Ink

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:59:36 +0100

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3D Printers On Display At Hannover Messe Exhibition

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 08:55:41 +0100

Objet Geometries LTD, the leading 3D printer manufacturer, will showcase a growing range of products at the Hannover Messe exhibition between April 4th and 8th.

In addition to its 3D printers the company has new prototype parts and products designed to provide accuracy and high-quality finishes for company designs.

Eric Bredin, European marketing manager for Objet Geometries, said: "With Objet technology, designers can better communicate their product's visual and functional properties to customers, decision makers and focus groups early on in the product development stage, enabling significant savings to be made in both development time and costs."

Furthermore, the company said that the inkjet-based technology develops its final printed products after photopolymer material is shaped using UV light, which allows businesses to see their designs in 3D with high accuracy.

Recently, Voxeljet unveiled its new 3D printing software, the VX4000, which the company thinks will become popular internationally. On top of this it operates at a speed three times faster than its standard devices.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Printer Company HP Reveal 2010 Cyber Security Threats

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 08:40:09 +0100

Printer, ink and computer company Hewlett Packard (HP) has published its 2010 Top Cyber Secuirty Risks Report, highlighting that cybercrime attacks can lead to financial and data loss.

The company's report revealed that there were more attacks in 2010, but the number of hackers discovering new PC security vulnerabilities in computers and networks was stable.

Mike Dausin, manager, for advanced security intelligence at HP, said: "We've discovered that rather than investing resources to uncover new exploits, attackers are focused on current, unpatched vulnerabilities in web applications, social networking sites and web 2.0 interfaces."

In HP's new report, from its Digital Vaccine Lab, it found an increase of web toolkits, which were the most popular choice of hackers in conducting attacks on businesses and individuals.

Computer security experts Norton announced many computer users do not think about cybercrime unless they become a victim of an attack.

Furthermore, the company added that if people are affected by an electronic attack not many people know what to do when it happens.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Ink Cartridge Manufacturer Xaar Wants Customer Insight For The Future

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 08:45:33 +0100

Xaar, an independent supplier and world leader in inkjet print heads and ink cartridges, has invited customers to look at new ways to save money on printing at the Federation of European Screen Printers Associations (FESPA) Digital convention in Hamburg.

Taking place between May 24 and 27th, Xaar is encouraging people to learn about the development of inkjet printing in its Va Va Voom of Inkjet showcase, but also help the company build on its success for the future.

Mark Alexander, director of marketing at the company, said: "Xaar technology, and particularly the latest Xaar 1001 and Xaar Proton printheads, lie at the heart of the industry's most innovative printers."

He added that is why he wants people to attend FESPA, in order for them to participate in the Voice of Customer programme to help shape the next generation of inkjet printing services provided by Xaar.

Recently, the ink cartridge firm saw its revenues grow by one-third to £54.7 million during 2010, much of its growth coming from the P3 print head in the ceramic tile sector.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Printer Manufacturer HP Announces Google Cloud Printing Application

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 08:40:58 +0100

Hewlett Packard (HP), the computer and ink manufacturer, has announced a new service that allows customers to print directly from one of their devices by using a web-based Google Cloud application from any computer or smart phone.

This software allows customers to link up to any HP ePrint-enabled device through the internet, eliminating the need for a print driver or PC connection.

Stephen Nigro, senior vice president in the imaging and printing group at HP, said: "Making it easy for our customers to print where and how they want is a top priority for HP."

He added: "With HP ePrint and cloud-aware printers, you get the best experience printing via Google Cloud Print."

Users simply add the unique email address of their printer to their Google account, which then allows them to print easily.

Recently, HP revealed new products at the Unlocking Your Energy event, in San Francisco, where it unveiled its EcoSmart devices and ink services that they claim can help reduce a customer's cost through their printing.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Free Photo Paper With All Orders Over 15 Pounds On Internet Ink For April

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 09:12:51 +0100

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Quality Ink Images For Alpha Media From Heidelberg Printing Press

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 09:11:39 +0100

Alpha Media Solutions, the Bradford-based printer, has invested £200,000 on the latest offset lithographic colour management system that provides high-quality ink finishes.

The Prinect Inpress from Heidelberg allows consumers the control to automatically change and integrate colours into the press at any speed, with productivity or ink quality being affected.

Simon Rose, sales and marketing director at Alpha Media Solutions, said: "As a company, we are continually looking at ways that we can add value and improve our service to suit our clients' needs for both colour management and quality control."

He added by investing in the Inpress it means that the principles to provide the best ink finish can be upheld to the highest level as well as making the process more cost effective.

Furthermore, Heidelberg guarantee that there is reliable colour throughout the workflow printing process.

Recently, Hampton Printing, the South Wales company, became the first UK firm to achieve ISO 12647-2 colour control certification via Heidelberg's accreditation scheme.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Ink And Printer Manufacturer Lexmark Investing In STEM

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:42:20 +0100

As part of the 20th birthday celebrations at Lexmark, the ink and printer manufacturer, this week announced an education initiative to promote science and maths achievement.

Lexmark plan to make nearly $1.7 million (£1 million) worth of investments that will advance science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education in the US.

Paul Rooke, president and chief executive officer (CEO) at Lexmark, said: "Not only are we committed to recognising educators and enriching the lives of students in the areas of STEM, we are focused on building the pipeline of future engineers and innovators that enable companies like Lexmark to succeed in today's competitive and fast-moving technology marketplace."

Furthermore, the ink and printer maker informed local community leaders that it plans to contribute up to $1 million to the University of Kentucky to support STEM efforts in the Commonwealth.

Paul Rooke became the CEO at Lexmark in October last year when he replaced Paul Curlander, who, when he retires from the company's board next month, will leave Rooke leading it into its third decade of business.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Toner Cartridge Recycling Competition For Companies

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:39:22 +0100

The world's leading ink and toner cartridge refiller will celebrate Earth Day by giving businesses the opportunity to win $10,000 (£6,000) in its Go Green, Win Green sweepstake.

Cartridge World is sponsoring the cash giveaway on April 22nd, encouraging consumers to share how they have gone green in their home or office.

Participants can register online from April 1st, to have a chance to win.

Tom Fricke, chief executive officer at Cartridge World, said: "We are excited about the 'Go Green, Win Green' sweepstakes.

"It encourages consumers and businesses to get involved on Earth Day and to demonstrate how easy it can be to be environmentally responsible."

He added that every year more than 350 million ink and toner cartridges get discarded in landfills, however by refilling them people can save money and help protect the environment.

Posted by Jamie Foster

HP Printer Services Designed To Reduce Energy Use And Costs

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 08:59:58 +0100

Printer manufacturer Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced new products and services from its research labs to help customers reduce their energy use.

Unveiling its EcoSmart portfolio at the Unlocking Your Energy event in San Francisco, HP claimed that its new range can reduce costs by 30 per cent and energy use by 80 per cent.

Engelina Jaspers, vice president of environmental sustainability at HP, said: "The fastest and easiest way to reduce environmental impact, save money and boost productivity is to make the most of the energy we use today."

She added that the EcoSmart portfolio allows customers to deliver a seamless experience wanting to reduce energy usage when using its printer range and staying connected to the world.

Furthermore, HP said its new software delivers firms' real-time printing performance and gives them an opportunity to reduce their environmental impact.

Recently the technology, PC and printer producer unveiled plans to move into the cloud computing market.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Printer Manufacturer Lexmark Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 08:56:50 +0100

Ink cartridge, printer and global technology leader Lexmark is celebrating its 20-year anniversary.

Throughout this week Lexmark employees around the world are commemorating the company's birthday and reflecting on its contribution to the printing and imaging market over the last two decades.

Furthermore, in recognition of Lexmark's anniversary, its staff have committed to doing 20 years worth or 175,200 hours of volunteer service in 2011.

Paul Rooke, president and chief executive officer at Lexmark, said: "Our customer intimacy and industry-leading technology, coupled with the dedication and commitment of our employees, has driven our success and will be key to our future."

He added that expanding Lexmark's technology will continue to serve the future well in the coming years.

The ink cartridge manufacturer was originally founded as a split-off from International Business Machines (IBM), where its employees outlined an ambitious goal to become a global technology.

Recently, Lexmark's Genesis S815 4-in-1 printer received a Red Dot Award for its excellent design quality.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Olympics Forces Rib Charter Cancellations

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 21:54:41 +0100

The London Olympic sailing events have forced many boat charter companies to cancel charters and cruises due to the restricted access to Weymouth Bay & Portland Harbour.
A well known Solent boat charter company has had to cancel it`s usual summer schedule of charters from Lymington to Weymouth now that details of the Olympic restrictions have been announced. Solent Charters says that the lost business will be difficult to replace and with lower charters sales expected in the Solent in 2012 due to the Olympic games taking the publics attention and funds many businesses will not survive.

Students Setup Ink And Toner Cartridge Recycling Charity

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 08:53:11 +0100

Students at the University of Hertfordshire have launched a charity asking for firms to donate their ink and toner cartridges from office printers for recycling.

The Think Ink team was set-up by a group of final year students as part of an assignment in small business and entrepreneurship.

All firms need to do is put their used ink and toner cartridges in a collection box at their offices, which Think Ink will pick up and take back to the university's storage unit.

After this a recycling company will pick up the ink cartridges, paying a small fee for each donation. Money raised will then go towards Age UK's The Warmth Campaign, which aims to prevent winter deaths among elderly people.

Charlotte Gatehouse of Think Ink told Welwyn Hatfield Times: "The Think Ink team give businesses the opportunity to take part in a long term charity scheme which is easy, environmentally friendly and free."

Furthermore, the university's Raise and Give Society will be taking over the project in April.

Recently, ink and toner cartridge recycling has been part of a community project in Kent to fund repairs for the Herne Bay pier.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Kyocera Launches Programme To Improve Toner Cartridge Recycling

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 09:10:55 +0100

Electronics, printer and toner cartridge manufacturer Kyocera Mita UK Ltd has launched its Green Partner Programme to promote sustainability through its distribution, reseller and service dealers.

The programme has been designed to accommodate different organisations that are at various levels of environmental performance, enabling firms with advanced green policies to fast-track their accreditation and support those who are developing energy-efficient methods.

Tracey Rawling Church, director of brand and reputation at Kyocera Mita UK Ltd, said: "The Green Partner Programme will formalise the achievements of our partners in the field of sustainability, giving customers increased confidence in the claims being made."

She added that it was an important element to the company's commitment to greening its entire supply chain.

The printer supplier said that to achieve Green Partner status, firms need to demonstrate that they have policies in place covering sustainability, sourcing and recycling of Kyocera's toner cartridges return service.

Recently, Kyocera Mita launched four new mid-speed ECOSYS MFP printers providing environmentally-friendly services for businesses.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Longer Lasting Toner Cartridge Technology In The New Xerox Printer Range

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 11:32:13 +0000

Xerox, the printer and toner cartridge manufacturer, has released its two new black and white printers designed for busy offices.

The Phaser 4600 and Phaser 4620 offer advanced features and print speeds of up to 52 and 62 pages per minute, the company claims.

Malcolm Glynn, marketing manager at Xerox UK, said: "In today's fast-paced office environment, no one has time to wait for their documents to print.

"These two new printers are ready to keep up with any busy office or workgroup," he added.

Furthermore, the printers use split fuser and toner cartridge technology to let consumers get the most out of their printer ink before replacing them.

Both Phaser printers are ultra quiet and have a built-in wireless capability, advanced security features and various printing capabilities on a wide range of media.

Mr Glynn also noted that the new products will retail for around £700.

Recently, the manufacturer launched a website called Open Xerox, which allows customers to try out the firm's technology research projects.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Next Generation Of Samsung Ink Printers Released

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 10:36:38 +0000

The ink, printer and electronics manufacturer Samsung has released Ubiquitech's EASY and VDMS devices of its NX Multifunction printer.

Samsung has developed its eXtensible Open Architecture platform which provides users with customised solutions for their printers to meet individual business needs.

Dion Smith, general manager of the electronics print division at Samsung, said: "Samsung printers are now deployed in over 100,000 businesses across Europe and our partnership with Ubiquitech will continue to accelerate this growth while driving our customers' printing costs down and providing them greater transparency and control over their printers."

He said the Ubiquitech EASY and VDMS are the next generation of print and copy systems for companies producing documents.

Furthermore, the new technology allows organisations to control costs proactively by managing the way printing is done by their employees.

Recently, Samsung released its range of duplex printers for small and medium-sized enterprises, which offer faster output, eco-friendly and low cost printing for companies.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Free Printer Service Monitors Paper and Toner Cartridge Consumption

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 11:13:18 +0000

The Printer Dashboard cloud service has been released to help computer users know the paper, ink and toner cartridge consumption of their printer.

ThinPrint, a provider of print management services, launched the free web-based monitoring product which gives people an overview of their printer environment.

Charlotte Kunzell, chief operating officer at ThinPrint, said: "With this free service, users avoid printer downtime, calculate usage and costs of individual models and can thus take measures to significantly reduce overall costs."

On top of this the service allows users to order paper and toner cartridges directly at the click of a mouse when required.

Ms Kunzell added that Printer Dashboard delivers information that enables users to make sound business decisions and lets them reduce the IT cost of printing in any organisation.

Recently, the company announced its cloud service solution providing any computer user that authenticates a standard machine, via smartcard, Blackberry or QR barcode can access cheaper printing with enhanced security.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Canon Printer And Ink Technology To Go On Display

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 09:39:12 +0000

Ink cartridge, camera and toner cartridge manufacturer Canon will display its award-winning imageFORMULA scanning and multifunction products at the 2011 Independent Community Bankers of America National Convention and Techworld, in San Diego.

At the event Canon will display a number of its latest products ranging from new scanners to multifunction printers.

The CanonCLASS MF5880dn printer is fitted with cost-effective savings tools and new ink technology to help businesses and banks limit how much they can produce, copy or scan.

Jim Rosetta, vice president and general manager of the imaging systems group at Canon USA, said: "With Canon's line of imageFORMULA and imageCLASS products, we seek to provide community bankers with more streamlined and secure workflows to better meet the needs of their customers."

Furthermore, the leading provider of industrial imaging solutions claims its products can print up to 35 pages per minute with impeccable ink quality.

Canon recently unveiled the DreamLabo 5000, a large format business inkjet printer that the company says can revitalise the photo printing market.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Brother Releases Printer With High Yield Toner Cartridges

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 09:36:00 +0000

People with small or home-based businesses may be interested by the multifunctional new printer and ink device from Brother, according to one expert.

The new MFC-9970CDW Multifunction is designed for small businesses and its retail price reflects this at $800 (£488), says Murray Hill at Montrealgazzette.com

Users can expect high yield from Brother's toner cartridges, which can produce around 3,500 copies in colour and 6,000 in black.

Mr Hill said: "The paper capacity is 300 sheets, but you can add another drawer to increase capacity to 800 sheets.

"Print speed is 30 pages per minute in either black or colour and the print resolution is 2,400 by 600 dpi. That's plenty for any business document."

On top of this the MFC-9970CDW can copy, scan, laser print and fax either through a USB connection, Ethernet cable or wirelessly.

Recently, Brother expanded its e-commerce availability as TonerGreen can now sell its laser ink and toner cartridges to provide customers with greater online savings.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Epsons Printer Ink Helps Bring 100 Faces Of London To Life

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 09:29:26 +0000

The printer ink and cartridge manufacturer Epson is supporting a project which will display over 100 portraits of ordinary Londoners to highlight the diversity of the UK's capital city.

Culminating in a heritage book of photographs taken by Milan Svanderlik, the 100 faces of London was inspired by a mix of the city's traditions, culture, habits and faiths.

Mr Svanderlik, said: "Not one of the sitters, any of whom might have been seen in the capital's streets, parks or theatre foyers, could have been accurately described as an 'ordinary Londoner'; they all proved to be quite extraordinary personalities."

Epson helped bring the photographs to life supporting the printing stage of the heritage book project with the Epson Stylus Pro 3880.

By using the professional A2+ with UltraChrome K3 Vivid Magenta printer inks, Mr Svanderlik produced the high-quality and long lasting prints for all 100 of the portraits for the production.

Recently, the ink cartridge manufacturer was named a Sustainability Leader in the SAM Yearbook 2011 and awarded Silver Class status.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

HP Launches Its Fastest Printing Press With New Ink Technology

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:46:38 +0000

Ink, printer and computer maker Hewlett-Packard (HP) has released its newest, fastest and most commercially productive digital colour press.

The HP T400 Colour Inkjet Web Press can print up to 5,200 full-colour letter size pages per minute, which is 44 per cent more productive than its closet competitor, HP stated.

HP revealed the new press at the offices of O'Neil Data Systems in Los Angeles.

Christopher Morgan, senior vice president in graphics solutions business at HP, said: "With more than 25 installations worldwide, our inkjet web press systems are changing the business dynamics of applications, such as publishing, transpromo and direct mail."

The expert added that the HP T400 offers high-quality imaging with updated printer ink technology and the new HP A10 print heads, which provide high ink quality, reliability, speed and productivity.

HP has also just released a range of business laptops, which provide customers with 32 hours of battery life in its EliteBook 8460p.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Kodaks All In One Printer Good Value For Ink Cartridges

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:41:30 +0000

Ink cartridge and camera developer Kodak has released the ESP C310, which is a low-cost, all-in-one printer suitable for use with smartphones, according to one expert.

Costing less than £100 the C310 lets people print wirelessly from their PC or iOS Apple device and is also fitted with low-cost ink cartridges to save even more money, says Kenneth Butler at Laptopmag.com

Mr Butler said: "The $99 (£61) Kodak ESP C310 is a good choice as a starter printer/copier/scanner for students or other shoppers on a budget."

Furthermore, the Kodak printer uses only one Kodak 30 Black and a single Kodak 30 Colour cartridge that bundles in several different inks.

This reduces the price of the machines as most others do not include several inks in one cartridge.

Recently, the ink cartridge manufacturer marked the release of the Kodak proper S20 imprinting system, which is the latest model offering to meet the commercial needs of businesses, newspapers and magazines.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Global Ink Cartridge Manufacturer To Unveil New Products

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 09:36:54 +0000

The global toner cartridge and printer specialists, Konica Minolta, will be unveiling its new 2011 range to help businesses in the printing and imaging markets.

At the On Demand conference in Washington DC later this month the company will showcase its award-winning Bizhub Press C8000/C7000 series that has become famous for its fast speed and high-quality ink colour.

Konica Minolta will also reveal its newest high chroma digital press to the existing series, which the company hopes will expand on the former success.

Kevin Kern, senior vice president in marketing at Konica Minolta said: "Our customers want strategic, cutting-edge partners that help them successfully navigate through competitive graphic communications markets.

"They are able to count on Konica Minolta to provide them with the right technology, the right workflow, and the right business development tools to be successful," he added.

Furthermore, the company will display many of its already successful products from toner cartridges and other hardware right through to digital business strategies.

Recently, the laser printer manufacture notched up a total of 1,300 digital presses in Australian businesses after it installed 11 machines at legal document firm Law in Order.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Red Dot Award For Toner Cartridge Producer Lexmarks Printer

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 09:21:20 +0000

Toner cartridge and ink producer Lexmark has released its new Genesis S815 4-in-1 printer, which has received the Red Dot award for design quality.

The ink manufacturer's new product won the internationally recognised award in the Computer and Information Technology category.

Steve Purdy, country general manager at Lexmark UK, said: "Recognition by the expert jury shows that Genesis is an outstanding product, not only in regards to its innovative technology but also its leading edge design."

Furthermore, the Genesis S815 is a four-in-one inkjet printer which can copy, scan, fax and email all at the touch of a button.

Lexmark also claim it can scan documents quicker than any other product on the market today.

During the contest at the Red Dot awards, which has run since 1955, a panel of experts judged the Genesis on a number of criteria from innovation and functionality to quality and durability.

Recently, the toner cartridges manufacturer appointed two new board members before its Red Dot success with Paul Rooke becoming the new chairman and Sandra L Helton as a new director.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

New Brother HL 2270DW Receives Good Review From ZDnet

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 16:49:20 +0000

As an alternative to expensive to run inkjet printers, supplementing a printer setup with a black-and-white laser printer can cut costs in home offices that print lots of text-only documents. According to ZDNet UK, although the Brother HL-2270DW is not without its shortcomings, including poor graphic document output, the HL-2270DW balances out with speedy text printing and simple 802.11g wireless for under £150.

The Brother HL-2270DW includes 32MB of internal memory, allowing you to send more documents to the printer and speed up your printing process. Most monochrome laser printers don't come with a lot of fancy features, but the HL-2270W includes three networking options: USB, Ethernet and 802.11g Wi-Fi. The printer is widely compatible with different OS's.

The printer performed well in ZDnet's text tests with samples on standard paper producing evenly dark text with clear fonts all the way down to 2-point Times New Roman. The graphics tests were not as good though, with abrupt gradient steps that took the form of a severe chequered pattern appeared.

Finally, ZDNet UK's review stated that the Brother HL-2270DW would make the most sense as a secondary, text-only printer to save money on paper and ink in the long run, but graphics-heavy printing should be saved for a robust inkjet printer.

ZDNet UK gave the Brother HL-2270DW a score of 7 out of 10

Posted by Sarah Hawke.

Japan Earthquake Effecting Ink Cartridge Companies

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 14:57:34 +0000

Recent global occurrence in Japan with reports of the well publicised earthquake and tsunami. Well known global corporations such as Canon , Epson and Kyocera have been affected with factories or buildings suffering structural damage due to the quake. The consequences as such have caused problems with the manufacture and sales of ink and toner cartridges production at these facilities and offices.

Kyocera had some minor infrastructural problems relating to the uncertainty of electricity supply or logistics at some facilities, but are due to continue production , Canon has a also lost some of it's factories for weeks maybe months and Epson has halted it's Exhibition in Tokyo.

The clean up operation is ongoing in Japan with daily new threats and problems happening throughout the country.

John Spencer

New Commercial Printing Range For UK From Ink Cartridge Maker Ricoh

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 09:01:26 +0000

Ricoh, the printer and ink cartridges producer, is expanding its range of commercial and corporate print servers in the UK.

Three new digital choices will be offered to customers, which will provide flexibility and easy to upgrade options for companies and their print operations, according to Ricoh.

Stephen Palmer, production print director of Ricoh UK, said: "The needs of print service providers continually change as demands on their services change. Our expanded range of print servers means we can now offer providers the solution that meets their individual requirements."

Furthermore, the new Creo C-81 will provide owners with SMS and email updates on print production, a synchronised paper library and enhancements to improve its ink colour collection.

Mr Palmer also added that the Fiery E-41 and E-81 will provide consumers with new features to improve print quality and save businesses time in the production process.

Recently, Ricoh released a number of new initiatives using printer and ink software at the Legal IT show in London highlighting to businesses its products' efficiency in printing.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Ink Cartridges Producer Xerox Unveils Waterless Inkjet System

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 08:32:55 +0000

Ink cartridges and printer manufacturer Xerox is introducing the world's first high-speed waterless inkjet system.

Xerox announced that the new product will provide vivid image quality on low-cost paper for those wanting to produce high-volume to an excellent standard.

Eric Armour, president of Xerox Graphic Communications Business Group, said: "Xerox's Production Inkjet System cuts through the barriers – cost, quality and reliability – that stood in the way of producing massive numbers of custom print jobs."

Furthermore, the company developed the granulated and resin-based ink, which will serve the high-speed production market. The key benefit is the elimination of water that means no ink soaks through printed paper.

Mr Armour added that the new printer ink technology will save money, produce jobs on demand and reduce waste.

Recently, Xerox released its Phaser range specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises, which have small high-capacity toner cartridges to save on storage space and waste.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Ink And Toner Cartridges All Welcome In Electrical Recycling

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:15:44 +0000

Ink and toner cartridges will be welcomed by residents recycling as part of the 2011 Great American Cleanup this week.

Volunteers will be helping the non-profit Keep America Beautiful group, which is a national campaign clearing up all unwanted electrical goods, from televisions and computers, to ink cartridges.

One particular group, Keep Newnan Beautiful (KNB), will host their event on March 19th, with volunteers picking up supplies from the local city hall, reported the Times-Herald.

Carol Duffey, director of KNB, said: "The Great American Cleanup provides a wonderful opportunity to inspire civic engagement that addresses the very real challenges of our times."

She added that there will be an electronic recycling truck running from 8:30 am till 1pm local time and is hoping for a large turnout with anyone welcome to join in from the community.

Recently, East Kent Stationers asked people not to throw away ink cartridges in a community effort to raise money for the Herne Bay Pier trust.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Ink Cartridge And Printer Manufacturer Dell To Expand UK Distribution

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 08:40:22 +0000

Ink cartridge manufacturer Dell is expanding its printer distribution in the UK following a deal with Midwich.

The vendor said it decided on the move following feedback from resellers that advised Dell to strengthen its UK network.

Dave McNally, head of imaging sales EMEA at Dell, said: "Midwich is a prominent UK distributor and the company's decision to offer our printer line-up is a great endorsement of our credentials."

He added that Dell is looking forward to bringing its printer and ink technology to more businesses in the UK following the deal.

Furthermore, Midwich joins Micro P in distributing Dell's range of technologies.

Shares in Dell rose nearly 12 per cent higher than last year recently after the PC-maker announced its profits nearly trebled in the fourth quarter to $927 million (£573 million).

Brian Gladden, chief financial officer at Dell, put the rise in share prices down to the focussed hard work in expanding the companies higher margin business.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Ink Cartridges Maker HP Dismisses PC Sell-off Rumours

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 08:57:57 +0000

Ink cartridges maker Hewlett-Packard (HP) has rubbished rumours it is planning to sell its PC division.

A report in the Commercial Times, a Chinese business newspaper based in Taiwan, suggested HP was tabling deals with Lenovo, Foxconn and Samsung for the sale, V3.co.uk reports.

The newspaper said HP was eyeing up a deal with Samsung because it thought it would pay more for market share.

But the toner cartridges firm has issued a statement denying the claims.

"Irresponsible reporting by Taiwan's Commercial Times, suggesting that HP might sell its PC business, should be dismissed as market rumour and speculation," said Bill Wohl, HP's senior vice-president and chief communications officer.

"HP runs the world's largest PC business and it is core to HP's strategy for the connected world."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink And Toner Cartridges Boosted By Strong Printer Sales

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 08:48:33 +0000

Sales of ink cartridges and toner cartridges have been boosted by the highest increase in growth for the printer and copier market since the recession.

Data from market research firm IDC shows that during the last three months of 2010 the market grew by seven per cent in comparison to 2009 and the highest since 2007, the Inquirer reported.

In particular, multifunction printers, which use ink cartridges, increased their market share to 67 per cent and inkjet printers remained the industry leader, with 24.5 million units being shipped in the last three months of 2010.

"After experiencing one of the most difficult economic periods in recent memory, the worst is over. It's time for the market to return to normal," said Phuong Hang, IDC's program manager.

This month it was reported that sales of printer, copier and multifunction machines have grown by ten per cent in India – more good news for the sale of ink cartridges.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Corporate Rib Charters For Team Building

Sat, 12 Mar 2011 08:12:15 +0000

A Solent rib adventure is the perfect corporate event your business needs to either reward your staff or help encourage and create a team building feeling.
Our business rib charters from Lymington on the English Solent are a great way of getting out of the office and bring all your employees together.
With corporate rib charters aimed all all size of company and starting from as little as £275 for 11 guests they are a very affordable way of getting your businesses most important assets working together.

Dell 2150cdn Offers Easy Access To Toner Cartridges

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:38:19 +0000

Users of the Dell 2150cdn printer will find the toner cartridges easy to change, a review of the machine says.

Macworld's appraisal of the colour laser printer says it looks like a "business bargain", especially for firms looking to undertake low to moderate output volumes.

Thanks to an easy-access side panel, users will have no trouble swapping out used toner cartridges for new ones, and the printer front folds down, making it easy to clear frustrating paper jams.

The 2150cdn can handle 250 sheets of paper in its cassette, has a 150-sheet output bin, offers double-sided printing, and is easy to use via an LCD display.

However, the machine doesn't perform fantastically in speed tests, producing 13.7 pages of plain text document per minute on a Mac and 15.1 pages per minute on a PC.

Recently, a contributor to a web technology forum said Dell toner cartridges are best bought online.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

US Trucker In Ink Cartridges Spill

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 08:28:52 +0000

A US trucker had an unfortunate accident this week - sending a lorry-load of colour ink cartridges spilling over the highway.

Commuters in Peadbody, Massachusetts, were no doubt a little surprised to see the wash of colour as gallons of the magenta, yellow and cyan ink covered both carriageways on Route 128, the Daily Mail reports.

The accident happened when the driver lost control of the vehicle as he tried to negotiate a turn off the highway – smashing two of his trailers into the guardrail.

Luckily the man escaped with only minor injuries.

He had been transporting 16,000lbs of ink cartridges to a firm in Maine when it overturned yesterday morning.

Emergency services attended the scene, where it took several hours to get the lorry back on its wheels and the ink was cleared by using sand to soak it up.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Boost For Indian Ink Cartridges Market

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 08:33:03 +0000

The sale of ink cartridges in India are sure to have been boosted by the news that sales of printer, copier and multifunction machines has grown in the country by ten per cent.

According to research from analysis firm Gartner, the growth was recorded in the last three months of 2010 – with the combined segment market in India totalling over 680,000 units for the same period, Business Standard reports.

Of the big toner cartridges firms, Canon posted the most impressive results – recording a growth in market share of 20 per cent. Hewlett-Packard (HP), which leads the market with a 46 per cent share, only grew by one per cent.

HP recently released new printing technology it says can reduce customers' energy output.

Amrita Choudhury, research analyst at Gartner, said spending from small businesses had driven the growth.

"With the growth in IT sector and overall consumer confidence, there has been a spur in IT spending including the small and midsize business and government sectors. Hence most print vendors reported good growth," she was quoted by the news provider as saying.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink And Toner Cartridges Still Relevant To The Office

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 08:29:55 +0000

Good news for businesses and individuals looking to buy ink cartridges and toner cartridges – they're as relevant to the office as they've ever been.

That's because neither feature on a list of the modern office equipment that is facing extinction in 2011.

According to Real Business, the list, put together by Pixmania-pro and based on historical and current sales data, reveals that CDs, memory sticks and Rolodexes (those rotating file devices) are the top three endangered bits of equipment for this year.

Personal diaries and calculators round off the top five, and desk phones, waste paper bins, shredders and mobile water coolers complete the top ten.

It looks as though smartphones, servers and more environmentally-friendly business methods are driving the demise of these once-common office items.

But no such troubles for the humble ink cartridge – it looks as though it'll go from strength to strength, and especially for home workers.

According to Stefan Zachary, founder of Zachary Design, garages "left, right and centre" are being converted into home offices – which could bring about a rise in the sale of ink cartridges.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Canon Turns To Ink To Revitalise The Photo Market

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:46:18 +0000

Canon is banking on inkjet printers to revitalise the photo printing market.

According to ProPrint, the firm is hoping the release of the DreamLabo 5000, a massive production inkjet printer, will help it secure top position in the digital photography sector and offer a concrete alternative to silver halide technology.

The DreamLabo 5000 can produce up to 20-page A4 photo albums in 72 seconds or 40 102x152mm photo prints in one minute, and is aimed at production firms and on-demand printers.

It also uses Canon's inkjet nozzle engineering technology – FINE – to aid the printing of photos and text for photo albums, photo books and calendars.

"The market for photo books is strong and continues to grow rapidly," said Gareth Thomas, development manager for digital imaging at Canon Australia.

"With consumers demanding high-quality printed images, Canon has extended its renowned inkjet technology to create a commercial printer that raises the standard of image quality for the photo book industry."

Canon recently released new wide format printers at the Wedding & Portrait Photographer International Convention in Las Vegas.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Office Workers Urged To Not Let The Ink Cartridges Pile Up

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:40:12 +0000

Having a stack of ink cartridges, paper, stationery and half-empty cups of tea strewn around the office won't for a productive day make – you need to be more organised if you want to be truly efficient, one website has said.

According to needofficespace.com, the first task you need to complete in order to get things ship-shape is simply to have a good old sort.

Group your office bits and bobs – like ink and toner cartridges, pens and pencils – into piles, and get rid of the stuff you definitely don't need, like those half-empty cups and food wrappers.

"Once that's done you can start putting things in places where they should be," the website says.

When it comes to documents, simply file them in alphabetical or date order; that way you know exactly where you need to go when you next want to find something.

And finally, a golden rule: don't let old habits die hard. Once you've cleared the desk, keep it that way.

"You'll only end up in the same situation further down the line and regret it," the website says.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printer Used To Create Human Kidney Model

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:35:35 +0000

A scientist substituted ink cartridges for human cells and organic material to 'print out' a human kidney model on stage at a US technology show.

Surgeon Anthony Atala created the model at the Technology, Entertainment, Design (TED) conference in the California city of Long Beach, PressTV reports.

Mr Atala, from Wake Forest University, produced the model by taking a 3D image of a kidney that needs replacing, then using a tiny tissue sample to 'seed' a computerised process, using a printer to build the organ layer-by-layer.

"It's like baking a cake," he said.

It is thought the technology could one day be used to print organs for use in humans, but it is currently in a primitive stage and that could still be some way off.

Recently, scientists used a modified printer to develop a machine that can print skin - that could one day be used to provide grafts and treat soldiers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Samsung Launches New SMB Laser Printers

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:30:11 +0000

Samsung has unveiled a new range of duplex printers it says will help small and medium-sized businesses simplify their workplace and make better use of toner cartridges.

The mono laser multifunctions SCX-4833FD and SCX-5737FW, and the ML-3310ND and ML-3710ND mono printers feature added security, fast output and secure printing, the firm said.

Samsung's Secure Pull Printing system, which allows users to print to any device on their network but ensures that only the specified user can collect the document, is a key part of the SCX-4833FD and SCX-5737FW machines.

The tool is particularly useful for the education, financial, government and healthcare industries where confidential documents are often produced.

A large colour touchscreen and a barcode font feature make up the Samsung SCX-5737FW laser printer. The touch screen means users can quickly scan document barcodes without needing a separate program to create the code.

Dion Smith, general manager, Samsung UK Print Division, said: "In our latest line of business printers we have introduced Secure Pull Printing, WiFi, Touch screens, Eco Mode and Dual Core Processors."

Samsung recently launched a social media census to find out what people are using sites like Facebook and Twitter for right now.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Toner Cartridges Used To Rebuild Kent Pier

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 08:48:02 +0000

Toner cartridges have been used as part of a community project to repair a pier in Kent that was once the second largest in the world.

The Herne Bay Pier Trust, which was set up two years ago to rebuild the structure, is working with a local consumables company to encourage businesses to donate their empty toner cartridges, thisiskent.co.uk reports.

Trust deputy chairman Andrea Leach told the newspaper: "It is a great way to recycle ink jet and laser toner and cartridges from businesses and save them from going into landfill."

According to the trust, the development of the first stage of the pier, in 1831, sparked the town into life by creating a viable fishing industry.

Recently, it was reported that toner cartridges could be part of a project to rebuild roads in New Zealand. Researchers want to add toner to make bitumen, as a substitute for oil.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

How To Deal With An Ink Cartridges Spillage

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 08:44:43 +0000

Ink cartridges are simple enough little things – you stick them in the printer and they help to produce your documents. All well and good, most of the time.

Yes, most of the time – because as we all know, it doesn't always work out that way.

We've all probably had to swap an ink cartridge at some point or another, and while it doesn't happen often, they can sometimes leak, either inside the printer, or on the floor.

But if that happens, there's no point in crying over spilled ink, says Melissa Riofrio, writing for PCWorld.co.nz.

Ms Riofrio says that if you do spill ink on fabric or carpet, don't panic. Get some soap and water and brush the stain, making sure you do it in a motion so that the ink does not go deeper into the fabric.

The writer stresses that cleaning solutions should only be used with caution.
"Handle ink cartridges carefully, especially if they're refills, and during insertion and removal," she said. "If you're spill-prone, protect the area with newspaper or paper towels.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Stock Up On Ink Cartridges As Home Working Is More Popular

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 08:52:10 +0000

It may be time to get a bulk order in for your ink cartridges – because you may be inspired by current research that suggests more and more people are thinking about working from home in the UK.

A survey of more than 1,000 people by Swinton Home Insurance found that 37 per cent of people expect to be working from home within the year.

Some 22 per cent of respondents said they would ideally like to work from home, as they feel it offers a better lifestyle for them.

Recently, Martin Lyne, director of small and medium-enterprise marketing at T-Mobile, said the concept of flexibility is becoming more important in the way smaller firms operate.

He said a recent survey T-Mobile carried out showed that half of small business leaders no longer believe in the traditional nine-to-five working day.

"With small businesses often running a tight ship in terms of finances and expenditure, and in light of the past few years with plenty of change happening, it's considered hugely important to be flexible enough to scale up or down, according to the situation," he said.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

3D Printing Set To Become The Norm

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 08:45:16 +0000

Using a printer to produce a dizzying range of goods – like cars, instruments and even food – is no longer the stuff of science fiction, it has been claimed.

According to Chris Brown, writing for the Winnipeg Free Press, the technology – which uses modelling software to build up plastic replicas of designs – has the potential to play a key role in the production of products for the jewellery, dentistry, auto parts manufacturing, medical applications and aerospace industries.

But, perhaps more importantly, 3D printers could soon be making their way into our homes in the not too far distant future.

"Three-dimensional printers will soon be able to take our ideas composed on a laptop and reproduce them in plastic right on our desktops," Mr Brown writes.

The writer envisages a time when he'll be able to use a 3D printer to resolve all manner of household problems – like when you drop the remote control and the little plastic door that covers the back of the batteries gets lost or broken, for example.

"I can already see myself going to the manufacturer's website and downloading the 3D printing files to my computer and printing out a new battery door panel."

The same idea could be applied to losing the house key, he also suggests – simply print out a new one.

Recently, researchers in the US modified a standard inkjet and put human cells in it, instead of standard ink. They hope to one day be able to use the device to 'print' skin – and it could be used to treat wounded soldiers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Cartridges Maker Epson Ups Its ENERGY STAR Requirements

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 09:10:27 +0000

The Epson says it has "responded rapidly" to new requirements for the international ENERGY STAR programme.

ENERGY STAR standard recognises and promotes energy-efficient products, like computers and ink cartridges, in order to reduce energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions.

Office equipment products that meet certain standards carry the well-known ENERGY STAR logo.

But before 2011, manufacturers were able to self-declare compliance to the standard. However, this has now changed and products require verification testing by recognised laboratories of the US Environmental Protection Agency.

Epson says its new all-in-one inkjet, due for release later this year, is the first product to be certified since the new requirement came into effect at the start of the year.

The firm said: "Epson has thus sought to continuously improve the energy efficiency of its products during use and supply customers with products that satisfy ENERGY STAR requirements."

Recently, Epson's Workforce60 printers were used to print press passes for the Oscars ceremony.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Cartridges Maker Brother Celebrates Ethical Success

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 09:07:05 +0000

If you buy Brother ink cartridges you really will be helping to do your bit to help the environment, animal welfare and human rights, as the firm has been recognised for its ethical policies for the fifth year running.

The toner cartridges firm received a 100 out of 100 rating for its environmental credentials by The Ethical Company Organisation in its Good Shopping Guide.

Comparing hundreds of companies' ethical and corporate social responsibility records, the guide accords in relation to up to 15 different ethical criteria under the general headings of environment, animals and people.

Brother said its success is proof that its impact on the environment remains a top priority. The company is now accredited as an 'Ethical Company'.

Recently, Brother announced the success of its ink cartridges recycling scheme, through which it says a tree in the Peruvian Amazon is protected for every eight donated.

Brother's headquarters in Manchester has also recently achieved zero landfill status.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Toner Cartridges Could Be Used To Build New Zealand Roads

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:35:22 +0000

Toner cartridges could be used to lay roads in New Zealand under an innovative new recycling project taking place in the country.

Three firms are investigating whether waste toner recovered from recycled cartridges could be used as a replacement for oil, which is used to make bitumen and polymer modified bitumen (PMB), both materials which are used in road-laying and repairs, the New Zealand Herald reports.

If it proves successful, it could mean diverting 15 tonnes of waste toner ever year from landfill and into roads, significantly cut the volume of oil imported into the country, and be very cost-effective.

Croxley Stationery, Ricoh and Downing are the companies involved.

"Early testing has seen the successful inclusion of waste toner, left over from photocopiers and other devices in both bitumen and PMB," Ricoh New Zealand managing director Mike Pollok told the newspaper.

Other toner cartridges firms will be invited to join the project if it is successful, potentially resulting in New Zealand achieving 100 per cent recycling of its toner waste.

Last year, discarded toner cartridges were used to make a bike path in Australia.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printer Ink Maker Lexmark Announces Board Changes

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:32:32 +0000

Ink cartridges maker Lexmark has welcomed two new members to its board of directors.

The toner cartridges manufacturer has appointed Paul Rooke as chairman of the board and Sandra L Helton as a new director.

Mr Rooke will succeed Paul J Curlander, who has 20 years' service with Lexmark.

Ms Helton has experience in the telecoms industry; for eight years she was executive vice president and chief financial officer of Telephone and Data Systems.

"We are delighted that Ms. Helton is joining the Lexmark Board of Directors," said Jean-Paul L Montupet, presiding director of Lexmark.

"Her experience in managing and counselling global businesses will greatly benefit Lexmark."

The firm recently teamed up with AccuWeather to release a weather forecast tool for its printers. Lexmark is targeting the tool – which offers location-based seven-day forecasts – at small and medium-sized businesses whom it believes will benefit from such a product.

It can be used with Lexmark's web-connected all-in-one printers.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP Technology Makes Your Ink Cartridges Go The Extra Mile

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 08:55:38 +0000

New Hewlett-Packard (HP) printing technology can significantly reduce consumers' energy output, it has been claimed.

According to ITVAR News Network, HP has launched a range of laser jet machines that have a sophisticated on/off feature.

Many modern printers go into a sleep mode when left idle for a certain length of time, but this new function from HP means the printer is only on when it is in use. It is completely switched off otherwise.

A printer with such a tool can "intelligently sense" activities that will spark it into life – like when a user connects a USB drive or a fax is sent in.

And this does not affect the machine's performance, the website says, offering a first-page printing speed of 8.5 seconds, even when coming out of off mode.

Recently, HP unveiled a new app for the ePrint enterprise and HP ePrint Mobile Print Location products at a trade show.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Cartridges Ensure Oscars Run Smoothly

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 08:51:00 +0000

Ink cartridges have proved instrumental in ensuring this year's Oscars ceremony ran smoothly, Epson says.

The firm is celebrating its 12th successive year of involvement with the world-famous film awards, which were held at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood yesterday evening (Sunday February 27th).

This year, a set of Epson WorkForce 60 printers, which use individual ink cartridges, were used to produce thousands of colour 'credentials' – the passes that journalists and other media figures use to access certain areas of the theatre.

Epson said this illustrates the world-leading quality of its WorkForce range. The printers use individual ink cartridges so that when a colour cartridge runs out, that is the only one that needs to be replaced.

"We are excited that Epson WorkForce printers are once again an integral part of the Academy Awards this year, printing the credentials with superior quality and blazing speeds," said Jennifer Liao, product manager, Consumer Ink Jets, Epson America.

It was a successful year for British filmmaking at this year's event, with Colin Firth winning Best Actor for his performance of King George VI in The King's Speech while the picture itself was named Best Film.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Brother Announces Success Of Ink Cartridges Scheme

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 09:18:31 +0000

For every eight ink cartridges customers donate via printer firm Brother's recycling scheme, a tree is protected in the Peruvian Amazon, the firm says.

Brother has made the claim after recently announcing that its headquarters in Manchester has successfully achieved zero landfill status.

It says that after working with a waste management firm it has ensured that all the waste produced at its Audenshaw site is sent for recycling or processing.

In eight years, Brother has recycled more than 1,200 tonnes of waste and any source of waste at its office, be it paper, cardboard, or electronic equipment, is now disposed of properly.

"Diverting 100 per cent of waste from landfill is a rare achievement, and we'd like to thank all our staff for their efforts in helping us to reach this goal," Brother said.

Recently, Epson said more people were recycling ink cartridges through its recycling programme.

"The volume of inkjet and toner cartridges returned has increased in 2010 against 2009, as both consumers and businesses take advantage of recycling schemes," said the firm's Peter Figoni.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Xerox Launches SME Printers

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 09:02:17 +0000

Xerox's Phaser 6010, Phaser 6500 and WorkCentre 6505 machines can produce graphics that are the same as those found in professional brochures, it claims.

The Phaser 6010 has a print speed of 12 pages per minute (ppm) for colour prints and 15 ppm for black and white, and is one of the smallest on the market, perfect for small offices short on space.

With print speeds of 24 ppm in both colour and black and white, the Phaser 6500 and the WorkCentre 6505 can both handle up to 500 sheets of paper at a time, meaning jobs can get done faster.

Small, high-capacity ink cartridges also save on storage space and produce up to 80 per cent less waste than other devices.

"These new colour products give SMBs [small and medium-sized businesses] an affordable and easy way to create the same impactful colour documents as larger enterprises," said Carl Bothner, vice president and general manager, Indirect Channels Business Group, Xerox.

According to technology firm Ultraspeed, firms will increasingly look to adopt green technology in the workplace, as employees begin to expect environmentally-friendly initiatives from their employers.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Brother LC1240 And LC1280XL Ink Cartridges Now Available

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 12:09:38 +0000

Internet-ink have just added both the Brother Original LC-1240 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridges and the Brother Original LC-1280XL High Capacity Ink Cartridges. Both ranges have four seperate ink cartridges for black, cyan, magenta, and yellow.

Both the standard capacity LC1240 series and the LC1280XL series are compatible with the new Brother A3 multifunction printers, including the Brother MFC-J6910DW, Brother MFC-J6710DW, and Brother MFC-J6510DW inkjet printers.

All of the new Brother MFC-series inkjet printers use individual inks to help keep costs down, allowing you to replace only the cartridge that is empty.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen.

Epson Says UK Ink Cartridge Recycling On The Up

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 09:02:30 +0000

Recycling ink cartridges in the UK is becoming more popular, Epson has said.

Firms, home workers and even individuals that may use printers only moderately, are increasingly looking at ways to become more environmentally friendly. Recycling ink cartridges and toner cartridges could be a great place to start.

Epson UK's customer services manager, Peter Figoni, said the firm had recorded a rise in people using its ink and toner cartridges recycling scheme.

"The volume of inkjet and toner cartridges returned has increased in 2010 against 2009, as both consumers and businesses take advantage of recycling schemes," he said.

What's more, reducing waste can also save firms money.

Sam Jarvis, head of communications at Waste Watch, recently said a focus on green initiatives is part of the "new business agenda".

"Businesses are persuaded by the financial savings they could make by reducing waste," Mr Jarvis said.

"At the same time, businesses are increasingly making the environment one of the key factors, as well as looking at how much money and profit they make – they're looking at how they treat their staff and how they treat the planet.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Toner Cartridges Help University Cut Printing Costs

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 09:09:48 +0000

Using recycled toner cartridges has helped an Australian university save around £1 million after it implemented eco-friendly printing solutions.

The University of New South Wales (UNSW), which has nearly 40,000 students, integrated its print and mail operations into one single centre, called P3, FutureGov Asia Pacific reports.

In an effort to lower the carbon footprint of the school, the university has started to use recycled toner cartridges, completely recycled paper and environmentally-friendly printers.

UNSW's collective student population produce, on average, a staggering 668,000 printed documents every day.

Jenny Denman, head of UNSW's facilities management, told FutureGov Asia Pacific: "P3 was designed according to workflow: starting from receipt of jobs, to digitisation of hardcopy, printing to any connected printers, then followed by finishing and binding."

Recently, technology firm Ultraspeed said environmentally-friendly office equipment in the workplace is set to become more widespread, as employees will increasingly demand it of their managers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

CV Howlers Revealed

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:45:47 +0000

Before you load up the ink cartridges in your printer to produce the latest version of your CV, you might want to stop and give it a quick once-over.

That's because despite the plethora of advice available about successful CV writing, many people are still committing cardinal, obvious and just downright bizarre errors.

According to a survey of more than 700 employers by Careerbuilder.co.uk, one applicant listed a supernatural being for one of his references – namely, God, the Telegraph reported.

Another made a similarly proud claim – that he was direct descendant of the Vikings – while one said he had experience of being a master of time and the universe.

One ditched the idea of using a printer to produce a formal CV by submitting one on a page ripped out of an exercise book.

And one brave, and refreshingly honest, soul, simply wrote: "I want a job".

Aside from these strange anomalies, employers said they did not like CVs that ran longer than three pages, those that were littered with misspellings, ones with large blocks of text and those lacking a cover letter.

But "communication skills", "problem-solving" "computer software skills" were all popular phrases.

"You want to stack the deck in your favour when writing a CV," Tony Roy, president of CareerBuilder EMEA, was quoted by the newspaper as saying.

"Make sure to highlight key accomplishments with quantifiable results, so employers can see how you put your skills into action. It's also important to remember that employers often use electronic devices to screen and rank CVs."

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Always Take The Weather With You With A Printer

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:42:32 +0000

It's probably the last place you'd go to see what the weather's going to be like next Tuesday – but a new tool that offers daily and weekly forecasts direct from a printer, that uses ink cartridges, could be the next big thing.

This week, Lexmark announced it had teamed up with online weather service AccuWeather.com to develop the latest addition to its SmartSolution app range.

Lexmark believes that given many small and medium-sized businesses count on a local weather forecast when planning the day, the tool will come in useful and save them time and money.

For use with Lexmark's web-connected all-in-one printers, including its flagship Genesis machine, users who download the tool set their location and access real-time weather updates by touching the AccuWeather icon on their machine.

Users can also print out a seven-day forecast to post up on the wall at firms so all employees can see it. The weather location can also be changed – useful for business travellers planning ahead.

According to a recent survey by Lexmark, office workers value the computer as their most stylish piece of equipment.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Inkjet Printers Inspire Skin Printing Machine

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:20:01 +0000

Printers, which use ink cartridges, have inspired scientists to develop a modified machine to 'print' skin that could one day be used to treat wounded soldiers.

CNN reports that researchers at the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine in the US came up with the idea after realising the true potential of the standard inkjet.

"We started out by taking a typical desktop inkjet cartridge. Instead of ink we use cells, which are placed in the cartridge," Dr Anthony Atala, director of the institute, told the news provider.

The 'bio-printer', which is expected to take another five years of development, could eventually be used to rebuild damaged skin.

Scientists took an everyday printer and added a three-dimensional "elevator" that adds new skin cells to damaged tissue.

The process involves using a small sample of skin from a patient and replicating it into larger quantities in a lab.

"Once we make those new cells, the next step is to put the cells in the printer, on a cartridge, and print on the patient," Dr Atala told CNN.

"It's like a flat-bed scanner that moves back and forth and put cells on you."

Recently, a tactile printer was used to produce images that the blind can 'see'. US scientists have developed a program which creates profile pictures akin to the ones seen on social networking sites, printed in such a way that blind people can interpret them.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Canon Toner Cartridges Available

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 13:01:03 +0000

Canon Toner Cartridges are on the increase at internet-ink with a variety of high quality original and compatible toners to choose from, we are sure you'll find the right toner for you. Recent updates on the toner cartergories includes the:

Canon 701 Toner Cartridges
Canon 703 Toner Cartridges
Canon 706 Toner Cartridges
Canon 707 Toner Cartridges
Canon 708 Toner Cartridges
Canon 710 Toner Cartridges
Canon 711 Toner Cartridges

with further updates on all toners and ink being done consatntly everyday if we don't stock the ink or printer for you then let us know and we can see if it's available from Epson ,Hp , Canon , Brother , Samsung and more, keep a look out on our pages to keep you up to date.

Demand For Environmentally Friendly Office Equipment

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 08:47:18 +0000

Environmentally-friendly office equipment, such as green printers that use toner cartridges, is set to become more popular in the workplace.

Though the recession may have dented people's commitment to going green, perceived as "an expensive proposition in hard times", according to technology firm Ultraspeed, employees are ready to embrace a more environmental approach to equipment and consumables, like ink cartridges.

"I think that the majority of people are conscious of being green in their personal life and this will inevitably fall over into their work lives as people demand more from their employers," said the firm's chief technology officer, Michael Shanks.

However, businesses thinking of immediately replacing their existing equipment with greener products may be doing more harm than good.

"One thing to bear in mind is the entire environmental impact a product has over its lifetime," Mr Shanks said.

"A lot of the damage to the environment is produced in the manufacturing of the product, so switching equipment before it has served its full potential and swapping for environmental equipment may have a converse effect resulting in an increased environmental impact."

Recently, Ethical IT said that UK firms that recycle their equipment no longer in working use are playing a part in helping developing countries.

"We very much focus on UK recycling because then we've got a pretty good idea that it's not going to end up somewhere in the Third World polluting beaches," said Andrew Boddington, the company's marketing director.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

New York Residents Used Printer To Make Fake Cash

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 08:38:55 +0000

A gang of New York twenty-somethings have been accused of using a printer that uses ink cartridges to make fake $10 and $20 dollar bills to pay for food at restaurants.

Four people – 20-year-old Anthony Paris, 24-year-old Kristy Guilds, 20-year-old Jeremy Rowe, and 20-year-old Mitch McQuaid – from the city of Oswego in the state, have been charged with conspiracy to make and pass off counterfeit bills, the Associated Press reports.

It is alleged that in June last year, the group took a Canon Pixma printer from the city of Buffalo to a residence in Oswego.

There, they used the machine to print the fake cash, spending one note at a McDonalds restaurant and trying to spend others at two other venues.

Counterfeit ink cartridges are a massive problem, particularly in the US. According to the Imaging Supplies Coalition, one out of 20 brand-name ink cartridges sold in the country are fake, reports About.com.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

New Kodak 30 Ink Cartridges

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 10:25:07 +0000

Kodak have just brought out the new range of Kodak 30 ink cartridges to go with it's new range of Kodak ESP series printer. Kodak ink cartridges use Kodak's pigment based ink technology and the new Kodak 30 ink range is compatible with the Kodak ESP C310 Kodak ESP C110 and
Kodak ESP C315 printers.

The various Kodak 30 inks are available in Kodak 30 Original Colour , Kodak 30 Original Black , Kodak 30 XL Original Black and the Kodak 30 Original Ink Cartridge Combo Pack for more savings, check out and buy your Kodak inks today at Internet-ink.co.uk .

John Spencer

Reducing Waste Saves Firms Money

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 08:49:41 +0000

Firms thinking of introducing green initiatives in the workplace, such as the waste paper from unwanted documents produced from office printers, which use ink cartridges, have been reminded about the financial benefits of doing so.

"Businesses are persuaded by the financial savings they could make by reducing waste," said Sam Jarvis, head of communications at Waste Watch, an environmental charity based in the UK.

This week, members of the Departments for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Business, Innovation and Skills, and Energy and Climate Change met with business leaders for the inaugural Green Economy Council event.

It is working to develop ways in which government and industry can come together to oversee a smooth transition to a low-carbon economy.

But Mr Jarvis said that reducing waste is not just about the money it can save firms.

"At the same time, businesses are increasingly making the environment one of the key factors, as well as looking at how much money and profit they make – they're looking at how they treat their staff and how they treat the planet," he said.

"That's increasingly becoming part of the new business agenda

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Check out how you can help save money and recycle

Online Shopping One Of The Innovations Of The Decade

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 08:41:17 +0000

Online shopping, which people often use to buy ink cartridges, has been voted the second most important innovation of the decade by Britons.

Home broadband came out on top as the best innovation of the last ten years, consultancy The Foundation found in its Innovation Index, which asked respondents to name the products and services they felt contributed the most and least to their lives.

The top two were followed by Google, chip and pin technology and digital cameras.

While online comparison sites, community recycling, health labelling on foods, low-cost air travel and GPS and satnav made up the last five.

Those surveyed said usefulness (66 per cent) and time-saving (55 per cent) were the main reasons why they preferred these products and services. Perhaps surprisingly, cost savings were less important (40 per cent).

"Good innovation is understanding what people want to do, and finding bold new ways for them to do it better," Charlie Dawson, partner at The Foundation, said.

According to comparison website Kelkoo.co.uk, online shopping in the UK was worth £44 billion last year. Check out the online shopping for your ink cartridges.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

HP To Unveil New ePrint App

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 09:29:53 +0000

Hewlett-Packard (HP) will unveil a new app for the ePrint Enterprise and HP ePrint Mobile Print Location products at a trade show this month, it has been reported.

ePrint allows users to print from a device, such as an iPhone or BlackBerry to a web-enabled printer – which uses ink cartridges – through email.

At the Mobile World Congress event, held in Barcelona, HP will showcase its webOS application for the ePrint tools, iewy.com reports.

The app offers a new user interface that makes it easier to print emails, reports, and well, just about any type of document to ePrint mobile locations – which can be found at places like hotels and airports.

"When, where and how work is conducted is changing," the website quoted HP as saying.

"The shift is being driven in large part by increasingly sophisticated mobile devices that tap into cloud services, giving people the power of communication and computing where business can happen."

The Mobile World Congress is the "must attend" annual meet of the mobile industry, attracting over 50,000 people from 200 countries.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Recycling IT In The UK Helps Developing Countries

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 09:27:20 +0000

UK firms that recycle their IT tools – like printers and ink cartridges – will be playing their part in helping the growth of developing countries.

According to the firm Ethical IT, recycling IT that is no longer in working use helps to play a part in strengthening the ecosystems of developing countries.

"We very much focus on UK recycling because then we've got a pretty good idea that it's not going to end up somewhere in the Third World polluting beaches," Andrew Boddington, the company's marketing director, said.

Recently, the European Parliament announced a plan to implement tighter rules for the European Union's increasing output of electronic and electrical equipment.

While Mr Boddington said some firms were reluctant to recycle their old IT due to security issues, he said firms like Ethical IT ensure that they do "various levels of data wiping".

"So yes, data security is an issue, but it's an issue we can very easily address," he said.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Home Office Organisation Tips

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 09:25:06 +0000

For those that work from home, organisation is often a problem. There's always the issue of room and storage – where to keep the printer, its ink cartridges, and other assorted consumables?

When space is at a premium, getting the organisation right is key to a successful working day – it can help home workers boost productivity and keep on top of deadlines.

For those in need of a little guidance, help is at hand.

According to the Seattle Times, there are some simple tips you can follow to make working from home easier.

The newspaper recommends splitting your working space into three areas – the Work Centre, the Reference Centre, and the Supply Centre.

Keep your computer and the office tools you use the most in the Work Centre – this will be the hub of your output. The Resource Centre is for reference materials – so keep your manuals and books here. And use the Supply Centre to house your office supplies, like toner cartridges and paper.

The key to it all is to "position your equipment by frequency of use," the newspaper says. So if you use your printer every day, as you probably do, make sure it's within easy reach. The same goes for your other machines – prioritise.

Adhering to these simple tips could make the working day that little bit more bearable.

According to the official Labour Force Survey, in 2009 691,000 British workers did so from home.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Network Your Printer To Make The Most Out Of Your Ink

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 09:08:36 +0000

Unlocking the full potential of printers which use ink cartridges is the key to making the most of the devices.

Many modern printers offer a variety of uses to their owners - it's just case of learning what yours can do for you.

Trouble-shooter Jay Dougherty explained on Newsfactor.com how multiple people could access a printer wirelessly.

A student wrote in to ask Mr Dougherty how to make his printer available to his housemates and was advised that the process is simple.

In the Devices and Printers panel of Windows, there is an option to share the printer, making it accessible to other users within wireless range.

"To share a printer independent of whether your PC is on, you'll need a printer that's designed as a network printer, and you'll need to hook that printer up to your wireless router," Mr Dougherty added.

Wireless access to printers allows users to print documents remotely, without the need for any physical connection with the computer.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen

Samsung Expands Laser Printer Range

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:49:18 +0000

Samsung has announced a dramatic overhaul of its printer range as it tries to get businesses spending more on toner cartridges.

The firm has introduced two new lines of networked duplex printers designed specifically for the office.

Samsung's colour laser devices, namely the SCX-4835FR, SCX-5639FR and wireless SCX-5739FW, all incorporate improved security so that they can be used to print sensitive documents without any reservations.

The company has also introduced three monochrome laser printers - the ML-3312ND, ML-3712ND and ML-3712DW - all of which offer an excellent document turnaround and more economical output.

Ken Colby, Samsung's director of printer marketing, said: "Samsung is anticipating the needs of our business customers as they continue to increase expectations for safer, more intuitive print options."

He added that anti-jam technology, which is included as standard, was a top priority for the firm.

Samsung recently launched a social media census to find out what people are using sites like Facebook and Twitter for right now.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Dell Ink Cartridges Best Bought Online

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 09:58:04 +0000

Consumers would be better off buying Dell ink cartridges online, a commentator has stated.

A contributor to the forum at Kahuki.com said that while it is well-known that such ink cartridges are very reliable given the quality of the printing technology used in them, they can be a little expensive.

That's why buying printer ink cartridges online is a great idea - they are often cheaper than those found on the high street, plus consumers have a fuller range of products to browse and choose from.

"You may find dell printing supplies a bit pricy but it may judicious to look for Dell cartridges and you can get [the] upper-most out of these products," the contributor, bryan79, said.

He added that given the plethora of online stores out there, it is vital shoppers do a little research before committing to a purchase.

Dell is expected to release its financial results for the last three months of 2010 later today, according to the Associated Press.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Xerox Offers A Glimpse Into Printings Future

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 08:39:34 +0000

Xerox has revealed details of how its inkjet printers - that use ink cartridges - will look in the future.

At the Hunkeler Innovationdays show, held in Switzerland, Xerox showcased its latest bit of new waterless technology, which does not yet have a name, PrintWeek reports.

The multi-colour printer uses resin-based ink that means the machine doesn't have to use water, which helps to produce more vibrant colours.

With a print speed of up to 152m a minute and a printing width of 52cm, the as-yet-unnamed machine looks very promising indeed.

"Print providers can now confidently shift their focus from the production process to selling applications that drive business," Eric Armour, president of Xerox Graphic Communications Business Group, was quoted by PrintWeek as saying at the trade show.

So is the flurry of recent printer advancements to be taken seriously? According to engineering firm Filton, machines like 3D printers are increasingly being used to make a range of different products.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Office Love Contract Not Welcomed By Workers

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 08:36:42 +0000

Workers who strike up a romance with a co-worker amongst the ink cartridges in the office printer room will not be too happy about the idea of their boss forcing a 'love contract' on them.

Some 44 per cent of respondents to a YouGov survey said they would be "outraged" if they had to disclose a relationship with a colleague.

One local authority - Fenland District Council - had planned to introduce a policy under which employees who develop a close relationship with a co-worker would have to tell their manager about it in writing.

Over a fifth of respondents (22 per cent) said they would be disappointed if the idea were implemented and feel it bad for morale.

But 23 per cent backed the proposal, highlighting the tension that can occur in the workplace when colleagues break up.

Amy Paxton, senior employment consultant at Croner, which commissioned the survey, said: "From a basic human rights point of view, unless an office relationship is having a negative impact on the employee’s ability to perform their day-to-day tasks, in accordance with their contract of employment, there would be a strong argument for saying that their relationship has absolutely nothing to do with their employer."

According to a recent survey of businesses by Lexmark, the most popular pieces of office equipment are desktop computers and laptops.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Recycling Ink Cartridges Perfectly Possible

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:11:59 +0000

When those old ink cartridges you've been using finally run out, it might be tempting to simply throw them in the bin.

In fact, the reason toner cartridges often get sent straight to the dump may be because people just don't even realise they can be recycled.

Plus, do so and you'd be doing your environment a great disservice.

According to the Lancaster Eagle Gazette, the "possibilities are endless when it comes to finding items that can be recycled or resold".

Carol Philips, a waste co-ordinator, told the newspaper that the perception that only items like plastic bottles and old newspapers can be recycled should be dispelled.

"Going green and the increased cost of disposal has made more people want to recycle," she said.

"Some people get creative; I always encourage people who have items they don't need, like paint or old CDs, to call their local schools because art classes and theatre groups always need that type of stuff."

According to the ASP Business Directory, nearly all of a cartridge's components can be recycled.

Check out Internet-inks Ink Cartridge Recycling scheme.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Samsung Launches Social Media Census

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:51:59 +0000

Ink cartridges maker Samsung has launched an innovative way of collating information about the diverse makeup of the UK.

Samsung's 'social census' project will encourage people to submit photos of a moment that represents their 'present' via social networking sites.

Called the Now Project and inspired by the 2011 national census, the images will eventually make a visual census of the UK.

Some famous figures, including TV presenter Tim Lovejoy, stylist Fred Butler and graphic designer Michael Johnson, have offered photos of themselves to kick-start the project.

Commenting on the social census, Michael Johnson said: "Capturing what 'now' is, will always have relevance.

"A social media census is a fascinating way to delve into the nation’s interpretations of what is valuable to them now."

Samsung has timed the census to link-up with the release of its Wave 11 handset.

This month, Samsung appointed Nick White, formerly of Fujifilm, as head of its digital imaging division.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Canon Release New Ink Cartridge Printers

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 11:23:12 +0000

Canon have delveloped a new range of all in one printers to add the already succesfull pixma MX range of printers. The New printers include the Canon Pixma MX410 , Canon Pixma MX420 and the Canon Pixma MX885 . All the printers are due to be released in March 2011 and have the ink cartridges already available at internet-ink. Don't forget all future orders get our 10% ink cartridge discount to help you save even more money. We stock both the original and compatible ink cartridges for the Canon MX series as well as many other brands of ink cartridges.

Printer Problems Solved With Augmented Reality

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:50:38 +0000

Paper jams and problems replacing printer ink cartridges can be a time-consuming chore.

With the instructions that came with your beloved printer at the bottom of the recycling pile, it can be difficult to remember which combination of buttons to push when whipping out an empty ink cartridge.

Fortunately, Metaio has created a brilliant, high-tech solution to the age old printer cartridge replacement problem.

Its new augmented reality app allows you to point a trusty smartphone camera at your printer and hey presto a tutorial starts running, which shows you exactly how to get at those empty printer ink cartridges.

Commenting on the new technology, Venture Beat said: "The printer demo is significant for a couple of reasons: the application of mobile AR to a service and maintenance scenario, and the sophisticated technology used."

Recently, clarionledger.com contributor Earnest Hart claimed that wireless printing still needs some tinkering if it is to become widely used.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

3D Printers To Become The Norm In Manufacturing

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:36:12 +0000

There has been a lot of talk about 3D printers of late and it seems that the technology is very close to making it into the mainstream.

Wave goodbye to traditional office documents printed with humble printer ink, the Economist claims that one British engineering firm, Filton, is already printing aircraft components using the new technology and the company hopes that one day it will be able to print an entire plane wing.

"Far-fetched as this may seem, many other people are using three-dimensional printing technology to create similarly remarkable things," the magazine claimed.

It added that it was already possible to print medical implants, jewellery, customised football boots and mobile phone cases.

Speaking to the news provider, 3D printing expert Terry Wohlers claimed that the technology was no longer exclusively used for prototypes.

"The machines are increasingly being used to make final products too," he added.

Recently, CNN reported that Cornell University's French Culinary Institute in Manhattan had created a fully functioning food printer.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Brother Launches UK Art And Design Competition

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 09:13:10 +0000

Ink cartridges maker Brother has launched a new national art and design competition for the UK's students.

Entrants are being invited to design a typical college or university campus layout that shows the different departments and their printing, copying, and scanning needs.

The winner of the Higher Education Competition will receive £1,000 to put toward their tuition fees plus a multi-function laser printer for their college or university, with the winning design featuring in the centre pages of Brother's Higher and Further Education guide.

Brother says entered designs must include a reception or office space, a lecturers' office, a library or resource centre, an IT room, a graphics room and a room of the entrant's choice.

Open to students over the age of 18 years in part or full time education, the final date for entries is 17:00 on Friday May 6th 2011.

This month, Brother announced three new additions to is A3 printer range. The MFC-J6910DW, MFC-J6710DW and MFC-J6510DW - offer fast print speeds, the firm says.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Lexmark Settles With Firms Over Toner Cartridges Patents

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 09:02:42 +0000

Lexmark has reached settlements with ten of the 24 US firms it sued over alleged patent violations of replacement toner cartridges.

The firm had claimed that the manufacture, importation and sale by the relevant companies for various devices infringed its patent rights.

Financial terms of the settlements have not been disclosed.

The 'Settling Parties' are: Alpha Image Tech, E-Toner Mart Inc, Nano Pacific Corp, Ninestar Image Co, Ninestar Image International Ltd, Ninestar Technology Co, Print-Rite Holdings Ltd, Seine Image International Co, Union Technology International (M.C.O.) Co and Ziprint Image Corp.

"While the Settling Parties did not admit any wrongdoing, they have confirmed their ongoing commitment to respect intellectual property rights by resolving the litigation amicably," Lexmark said in a statement.

Lexmark's 2010 sales were driven by sales of its laser printers, the firm said when it posted its financial results recently. The firm made more than half a billion dollars in net cash, with more than $150 million (£92.5 million) generated in the last three months of the year.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Samsung Appoints New Digital Imaging Chief

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 08:42:55 +0000

Ink cartridges maker Samsung has welcomed a new member to its digital imaging division.

The toner cartridges firm has appointed Nick White as head of the division, which oversees compact cameras, compact system cameras and camcorders.

Mr White joins Samsung from Fujifilm, where he was general sales manager of its counterpart division.

He will be responsible for growing the Samsung brand and enhancing its market-leading position.

"Nick brings with him a wealth of experience of the imaging industry at a UK and international level," said Andy Griffiths, vice president of consumer electronics, Samsung UK.

"His reputation in the photographic industry means he is well-suited to head up our digital imaging division and I look forward to working with him closely as we grow our business with our existing and potential customer base."

Samsung recently unveiled a series of new printers that it said would help schools and colleges reduce toner cartridges and paper costs.

The firm showcased the ML-3710ND for small workgroups and the SCX-4833FD for larger workgroups, at BETT 2011, the education technology trade show held in London last month.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Large Ink Cartridges Boost Brothers New A3 Range

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:49:09 +0000

Extra-large ink cartridges are a key addition to Brother's new A3 printer range.

The firm says the three models - the MFC-J6910DW, MFC-J6710DW and MFC-J6510DW - offer faster print speeds and a wide range of cheap printing options.

In addition to full A3 print, copy, scan and fax capabilities, print speeds are increased by three times thanks to a new generation print head – churning out 12 images per minute for mono (ten images per minute for colour).

The machines use extra-large ink cartridges that, Brother says, will deliver up to 2,400 pages.

"A3 printers are becoming an essential tool in many professional industries, such as architecture, where companies need to produce professional, cost-effective designs and plans in-house," said Phil Jones, sales and marketing director for Brother.

"Our new range of A3 printers has been designed to cater for these requirements in one efficient machine, with high quality print technology and useful features such as A3 duplex and A4 booklet print."

Recently, printer expert Stephen Baker told the New York Times that despite the rise of smartphones and other sophisticated devices, sales of printer ink still remain solid.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Survey Shows Office Workers Embarrassed About Their Fax Machines

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 08:39:59 +0000

Toner cartridges maker Lexmark's survey of 450 European home and office workers reveals that a fondness for fax machines and printers is being overtaken by a penchant for desktop computers and laptops.

Of those surveyed about office equipment style and design, 72 per cent said they considered the "most stylish" piece of equipment on their desk to be their computer.

Older office devices haven't quite stood the test of time, with faxes and printers chosen as the least stylish.

One in four even admitted they would hide their fax from other people, embarrassed by its size or outmoded design.

And when it comes to design, two-fifths of office workers prefer black-coloured equipment, followed by 25 per cent who would opt for white.

Two thirds said they would pay more for equipment if it looked sleek and stylish.

"We're entering a new era of style on the desktop where sleek looks and design meet advanced technology," said Steve Purdy, country general manager at Lexmark UK.

Lexmark recently released its Genesis printer, heralded as a major new device for the printer market.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Aussie Liberals Are Big Printer Ink Spenders

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 09:38:40 +0000

Australian Liberals appear to be huge fans of printing after they spent almost $300,000 (£189,000) in three weeks on toner cartridges and printer ink.

According to news.co.au, a freedom of information request has put the spending under the spotlight.

Following the announcement that a spending cap could be placed on office supplies, a move that was proposed in September 2009, opposition members spent a whopping $267,288 on printer cartridge toner.

One Liberal MP, Don Randall, ordered $25,414.68 worth of printer ink alone. Meanwhile, deputy speaker Peter Slipper spent $19,280.83, reports the news provider.

The incumbent party - despite only having a small majority - spent half the amount on printer ink and toner cartridges in the same period - parting with just $127,488.

Recently, the New York Times claimed that printer ink sales have not been hit by the growing popularity of smartphones.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Printer ink Sales Not Hit By Rise In Smartphone Use

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:40:46 +0000

The proliferation of smartphones and other portable computing devices has not had a significant impact on the amount of printer ink that people are buying.

According to printer industry expert Stephen Baker, ink sales have weathered the technological revolution well.

Speaking to the New York Times, Mr Baker said that the "amount of printing has not changed".

Mr Baker, who is vice-president of US printing specialist NPD, added: "Ink volume sales are stable. We've seen no drop-off in sales."

However, he did claim that the things people are printing certainly has changed.

He told the news provider that modern printers - and their printer ink - are being used to make hard copies of theatre tickets, downloaded recipes and even photographs.

Mr Baker said that this shift in behaviour was down to changes on the web - such as online shopping and social networking - as well as the ability to access the internet from practically anywhere.

According to Kelkoo.co.uk, online spending in the UK rose dramatically in 2010.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Epson Stylus PX710W Named Best Printer By PC Advisor

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 08:41:50 +0000

Separate ink cartridges tanks have helped Epson's Stylus Photo PX710W to be named Best Printer at the PC Advisor Awards 2011.

Voted for by the magazine's editors and expert contributors, all products nominated for the awards – which cover hardware, software and readers' choices – have had to face the rigours of PC Advisor's test centre.

Described as a "great multifunction printer", the PX710W was praised for its six separate ink cartridges tanks, which makes them cheaper to replace, an efficient CD tray and photo-print quality documents.

Despite some concerns with its copying capabilities and its user interface, the PC Advisor team remained "hugely impressed with this talented home printing lab".

Epson's Stylus Pro 3880 was runner up in the category, followed by Kyocera's FS-C535ODN and Oki's C110.

LogMeIn Ignition was named Best Phone App, with Angry Birds runner up, and PC Advisor readers named Amazon's Kindle 3 as Gadget of the Year.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Data Suggests Buying Ink Cartridges Online Part Of Rise In UK Spending

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 08:55:04 +0000

Brits who purchased printer ink cartridges on the web contributed to a significant rise in UK online spending in 2010, new data shows. In fact, the UK led the way for European ecommerce spending, figures from comparison website Kelkoo.co.uk show.

Toner cartridges purchasers helped the UK spend more than any other European country shopping online – accounting for 30 per cent of total sales last year. Online retailing is now one of the fastest growing markets in the UK, jumping from a value of £14 billion in 2003 to £44 billion last year – a rise of 214 per cent.

On average, UK web-savvy shoppers spent an average of £1,284 each and purchased 41 items, more than the European average of £908 on 25 items.

Richard Stables, the chief executive officer of Kelkoo, said: "Over the last five years internet retailing has improved substantially thanks to the use of affordable 'always-on' internet connections, simple and secure payment systems, and the growth of mobile-based retail sites.

"All of these factors helped to attract an additional 5 million new online shoppers across Europe last year, and should help online retail sales to continue to thrive."

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Its All About Direction When Fixing A Printer Paper Jam

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:57:11 +0000

After finding out you've run out of ink cartridges, one of the most frustrating experiences for a printer user is the dreaded paper jam. New and more sophisticated printers are being released all the time, yet the perennial paper jam is still a recurring problem.

And while there is plenty of advice online, much of it comes from dubious sources that also suggest a good way to preserve toner cartridges is to pack them away for weeks on end with a wet sponge. So it's good to hear some advice coming from a rather more legitimate source – the New York Times' Gadgetwise blog, no less.

The newspaper's J.D. Biersdorfer suggests that one way to solve the problem is to pull the paper out by hand, but only if it is in the direction it would normally feed through. Pulling it out any which way isn't advised, as this could damage the printer's internal rollers and apparatus.

And if the paper can't be manually removed, have a look at the printer's access trays and doors – you might be able to remove trapped paper this way, Mr Biersdorfer says. "If you are using a laser printer, removing the toner cartridge may also reveal an additional spot to remove a jammed print job," he wrote.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Lexmark Firmware Update Warning On Compatible Cartridges

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 16:01:31 +0000

It is understood Lexmark have released a firmware update for printers to prevent the use of compatible cartridges in the printer. This update does not apply to older versions of the Lexmark printers, however all new printers in the new Lexmark range come with preloaded updates.

The printers involved include the:

Lexmark Platinum Pro 905
Lexmark Prestige Pro 805
Lexmark Prospect Pro 205
Lexmark Prevail Pro 705
Lexmark Interpret S405
Lexmark Interact S605
Lexmark Intuition S505
Lexmark Impact S305
Lexmark Impact S308
Lexmark Interpret S408
Lexmark Intuition S508

Customers are advised to test their compatible inks and should not accept the update on the printer in order to use the compatible cartridges.

1. Uninstall the printer drivers/software for the machine in question.
2. Re-install the printer driver/software with disconnected internet connection and ignore the prompt when the upgrade is offered again.

If this action doesn't work then please don't hesitiate to contact our customer service department.

John Simmons

Inkjets � The Future Of Solar Power

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:29:59 +0000

Inkjet printers have been earmarked for something rather more noble than printing out vases and cars – the future of solar energy.

Just like an inkjet printer squirts ink onto paper when you print something out, scientists think there's no reason why they can't be used to print silicon – which is fundamental to the creation of solar panels, TechNewsDaily reports.

In fact, using inkjet technology to make solar panels could mean a new generation of thinner, and more productive, cells is created.

Because inkjet technology is contact-less – the printer does not touch paper when it prints out – is also a good thing.

It is thought inkjets could eventually replace the current way to manufacture solar cells – screen printing, which is becoming outmoded.

"Inkjet is very good at putting down patterned material – anything that has a specific layout," Maikel van Hest, a scientist at the National Centre for Photovoltaics at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in the US, told the website's Adam Hadhazy.

Recently, a discussion on book publishing, hosted by Kodak, pinpointed inkjets as a way to drive down costs in the industry.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Brother Acquires Naming Rights To Worlds Largest Planetarium

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:20:46 +0000

Ink and toner cartridges maker Brother announced it has acquired the naming rights of a new planetarium dome in Japan. The dome, at Nagoya City Science Museum, will be called Brother Earth, the firm announced, and is scheduled to open in March this year. The name is the slogan of Brother's environmental projects.

Measuring 35m in diameter, the planetarium dome, which creates a realistic view of the night sky, is the largest on the world, the company said.

"Brother takes the planetarium as a special place which inspires children, the next generation, to have interest and better understanding about space science and technology," the firm said. "The name of Brother Earth holds a great expectation to convey the Brother Group's corporate attitude and important messages that our beautiful planet is irreplaceable, widely to the public."

Recently, seven Brother printers won prestigious design awards.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Kodak Finds Inkjet Printing Will Have Significant Impact On Book Publishing

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 08:55:45 +0000

Ink cartridges maker Kodak's recent roundtable discussion on the future of book publishing found delegates discussing the role of the inkjet printer in the industry.

Hosted by Kodak, the discussion was held at the New York Public Library, US, and attended by key figures from the book and printing spheres.

The roundtable surmised that the book market will remain flat over the next three years, but that digital technologies will drive content creation, delivery and production.

Among the fruits of the talk, high-speed inkjet printing was described as having a significant impact on book manufacturing, in fact, "the biggest development in publishing in the past 50 years", according to one attendee.

This is because it will allow for more and shorter production runs, which will save on waste and other costs.

"Given the sea changes taking place in every facet of the book publishing market, the time was right to hear from a panel of experts about trends, issues, opportunities and predictions," said Chris Verlander, director of book segment marketing at Kodak.

"While acknowledging both excitement and anxiety about the transformation taking place, there was optimism from the panellists about the benefits and advantages that digital technologies bring to the book market in today's cross-platform publishing world."

Recently, inkjets were touted as the future of solar panel manufacturing.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Solent Boat Fishing Charters

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:34:16 +0000

SouthSea Rib Boat & Motor Yacht Charters is teaming up with a highly experienced sea fishing boat charter trip company based with Lymington Yacht Haven marina to offer sea fishing charters in and around the English Solent. With their custom built boat, excellent tackle and vast local knowledge they are the sea fishing experts in the area.

Review Says Brothers HL-5340D Printer Is Great For The Busy Office

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 08:40:26 +0000

If you're busy at work and find that your current printer is getting through the ink cartridges like there's no tomorrow but not producing as many documents as you like, it may be time to consider a new one.

If that's the case, you'll be interested to know that the Brother HL-5340D machine has been described as a printer more than capable of handling the pace.

Website Computacenter reviewed the award-winning laser printer recently, saying it's "ideal for the office".

Packed with great features to enable fast printing and save costs at work, like 30 pages per minute, double-sided printing, cost-effecting toner cartridges and a 250-sheet paper tray, the HL-5340D is a "workhorse of a printer".

"The HL-5340D is a great, day-to-day workhorse of a printer for the home or small office and offers reliable printing at low-cost, from a machine which has a purchase price a good deal lower than some of its rivals," the review said.

Recently, Brother launched a new series of all-in-one printers. The MFC-7360n, the MFC-7460dn and the MFC-7860dw all use high capacity replacement toner cartridges.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Report Says Hackers Now Targeting Office Printers

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 08:30:11 +0000

In the past, one of the main concerns when using a printer at work used to be whether you had enough ink cartridges to finish the job you're on, or that always frustrating moment when the paper gets jammed inside.

But now if you buy a printer for the office – especially a modern one with email capacity and what-not, you've a rather more serious problem on your hands: hacking.

According to The Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) Security Review, new research demonstrates how cyber criminals are able to exploit printers to gain access to a company's computer network.

Deral Heiland, an independent security consultant, says it is exactly the plethora of enticing features printers now offer – sending email, browsing the web – that is making them a target for hackers.

"These devices have gone from being standard, simple printers that got on the network to the point where they are totally integrated in the business environment," he told MIT's Security Review. "And that heavy integration is what makes them a premium target."

There is a program called "Praeda" – which is Latin for plunder – that takes advantage of common security lapses to gain access to company printers from outside the network.

Mr Heiland explained that since some printer manufacturers do not make it compulsory for users to set up a new password to access their device, a default password is used instead.

But that default password can easily be found – it will be in most online printer manuals. Once the program enters a network in this way, it can steal more passwords, accessing more devices, and so on, and so on.

So when you next fire up the office printer – don't make checking the toner cartridge level your first job, change your password!

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Revamped Canon 701 Toner Cartridges

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 09:17:47 +0000

New upgraded and revamped the Canon 701 Toner Cartridges. Available at Internet-ink. The Canon 701 Toner is compatible with the Canon i-SENSYS MF-8180C and Canon LaserShot LBP-5200.This is part of the new range and revamping of the Canon Toner Cartridge Series.

With a whole host of Inks and Toners available with special offers on all inks it would be crazy to look anyway else check out www.internet-ink.co.uk today.

Large-format Printers Great For Schools

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 08:59:30 +0000

Schools that want to develop interesting teaching materials using colour ink cartridges may want to think about getting hold of a large-format printer.

According to the blog If It Prints, I'll Let You Know, a large-format printer is exactly the kind of machine that would enable a school to create interesting support materials for use in its classes.

And as the days of old-fashioned equipment are starting to disappear, more pupils are "now familiar with attractive and colourful images with the help of big printers," the blog says.

If you're looking to buy a large-format printer with ink and toner cartridges, you may be interested in Hewlett-Packard's new machine, the 7500A Wide Format e-All-in-One.

According to ComputerWorld, the printer can print documents on pages up to 13 by 19in and can copy and scan from either its flatbed or document feeder.

"The printer's four individual ink cartridges are easy to install," the website also said.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Brother Reaches Out To Shoe Lovers

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 08:51:22 +0000

After a hard day shooting around the office, dealing with emails, adding ink cartridges to the printer and doing the weekly sandwich run, you're going to want to put your feet up.

But why not do it in style?

Printer ink maker Brother is offering its "label-loving" customers – in both senses of the word, you'll see – the chance to win one of three £500 vouchers to spend on a pair of luxury, designer label shoes in its latest competition.

The toner cartridges manufacturer will give away three vouchers each month, from January to March, to promote its range of label printers – "label loving", geddit?

"Ranging from portable, handheld models for everyday use to network desktop printers that can support all office users, all our label printers are compact, easy to use and produce durable, long-lasting labels," Brother said.

So, fancy winning a pair of £500 designer label shoes? Just head to Brother's website, submit your details and answer a very simple question and you'll be well on your way.

Recently, two of Brother's printers popped up in the Johnny Depp film The Tourist.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP Confirms US Toner Cartridges Shortage

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 08:36:15 +0000

Hewlett-Packard (HP) has said it is trying to deal with a shortage of some stocks of its toner cartridges, it has been reported.

The firm confirmed that its store of toner cartridges for its laser jet P1102W and laser jet M1212 printers, which are low-end monochrome printers, are running low, CRN.com reported.

Retailers have been struggling to get hold of the CE285A black cartridges for several months, the website said.

HP claimed that the shortage is due to "tremendous demand" for the P1102W and M1212 machines.

"We are working quickly to meet the growing market demand for this product and minimize the impact to our channel partners and customers," George Brasher, HP's vice president of laser jet supplies, was quoted by CNet.com as saying in an email.

But this shortage of cartridges doesn't appear to have affected the UK. This month, charities and voluntary organisations in Ripon received a donation of £4,000 worth of HP ink cartridges.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

High Capacity Replacement Toner Cartridges Part Of Brothers New Laser Range

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 09:49:14 +0000

High capacity replacement toner cartridges are part of Brother's new series of laser all-in-one printers.

The MFC-7000 series, which is made up of the MFC-7360n, the MFC-7460dn and the MFC-7860dw, is designed for use in small businesses, small offices and home offices, PrinterComparison.com reports.

Brother claims the series is its first to offer both duplex printing and wireless connectivity for under about £190.

With a compact design, the machines have networking capabilities, quick print speeds and high capacity replacement toner cartridges, PrinterComparison.com says.

The MFC-7360n, tagged as an entry-level machine, has print speeds of up to 24 pages per minute (PPM), with 32MB of memory.

An update on the 7360n, the MFC-7460dn has print speeds of up to 27 PPM and automatic duplexing.

The MFC-7860dw is the flagship of the range, complete with wireless capability and Brother's iPrint&Scan application.

All will be released in March this year.

This month, seven Brother printers won international awards for their design at the iF-International Forum Design Hannover, in Germany.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Ripon Charities In Ink Cartridges Heaven

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 09:01:23 +0000

Charities and volunteer groups in Ripon will be able to rely on a regular flow of office supplies for some time to come - after receiving £4,000 worth of ink cartridges from a local firm.

Ripon's Mayor, David Elsy, recently visited the distribution centre of Wolseley, a heating and plumbing products supplier, when he received the donation of new HP ink cartridges.

The cartridges had been collected from Wolseley branches across the Ripon area.

"It was a pleasure to accept these printer cartridges on behalf of charity and voluntary organisations in the area," the mayor told the Ripon Gazette.

"I will be offering them to appropriate offices in the Ripon area and I'm sure they will be very welcome."

Charities without a computer in their offices may be interested to hear about a new government scheme to launch affordable PCs.

There are plans to unveil £98 computers to encourage people who do not have one to go out and buy one.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Google Software Allows Users To Print From Anywhere

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 08:40:15 +0000

Search engine specialist Google has released a beta version of a print-from-anywhere service, which the company said it was working on last year.

Google's cloud printing system is designed to give smartphone users access to instant printers without the need for printer drivers to be installed on their handsets.

The new service was originally limited to beta testers, but it has now been made available to anyone with an Android smartphone running OS version 2.1, or an Apple iPhone running iOS 3 or above.

Speaking to PC Pro, Tyler Odean, from Google's cloud print team, said: "Imagine printing an important document from your smartphone on the way to work and finding the printout waiting for you when you walk in the door."

However, PC Pro's Nicole Kobie doubted the importance of the new cloud printing system.

"It's not entirely clear how useful the system could be, as the PC the printer is linked to must be left on and the user logged in," she said.

Recently, clarionledger.com's Earnest Hart claimed that wireless printing with an iPhone is an "outright chore".

Posted by Jamie Foster

Food Printer Makes A4 Food A Reality

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 08:37:08 +0000

A new 3D food printer has been developed that can churn out culinary delights in an instant.

The cutting-edge technology forgoes traditional printer ink cartridges in favour of syringes filled with liquidised foodstuffs - including raw ingredients.

Developed by scientists at Cornell University's French Culinary Institute, in Manhattan, the printer is already up and running and researchers believe that within the next five years, the 3D food printer could be found in people's kitchens alongside their microwaves, blenders and coffee frothers.

Speaking to CNN Money, David Arnold, director of culinary technology at the French Culinary Institute, said: "One of the main things I hope this machine will let us do is create new textures that we couldn't get otherwise."

"In terms of making icing or decorations, this thing can perform amazingly well," he added.

Recently, technology blog If It Prints, I'll Let You Know claimed that 3D printers can boost productivity in the workplace - this might not be the case if they are used to instantly create biscuits, however.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

HP Takes ePrint Into The YouTube Comedy Club

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:56:42 +0000

Toner cartridges maker Hewlett-Packard will use its ePrint technology as part of a new live comedy event.

The firm has announced HP ePrint Live, which it calls a "crowd-sourced live event and video series" that will be broadcast live on YouTube.

Hosted by comic Rob Riggle, with actors from the famous UCB Theatre, viewers will be encouraged to send in ideas for jokes and improvisations via ePrint technology.

The ideas sent in will be printed out from printers placed on stage, from which Riggle and the actors will perform skits live over the course of a two-hour show.

The project is an attempt to show how ePrint can be used in an accessible way, Tariq Hassan, vice-president of Worldwide Marketing and Communications, Imaging and Printing at HP, said.

"HP ePrint Live exposes YouTube viewers to a new technology by making it the central communications tool for an original, fun and engaging online event."

It should all go well - as long as ePrint works! Recently, PCWorld trialled ePrint, and found that on the whole it worked, although in some cases documents didn't print at all. Fingers crossed for the live show, Rob!

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

HPs ePrint Put To The Test

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:44:16 +0000

Printing can be a bit of a cumbersome process. After you've filled the printer with paper and ink cartridges, you need to connect the machine to a computer in order to print your documents. This means you're stuck in one place if you want to print.

But Hewlett-Packard's ePrint claims to have changed all that, offering its users the ability to print from, well, just about anywhere with its ePrint-enabled printers.

That means, theoretically, you can use your iPhone to print a document out in another part of the country and it's especially useful if you're on the go, or away from the office.

But does it really work?

According to PCWorld.com, yes - well, sort of.

Its staff spent a full 24 hours using ePrint, and described the results as ranging from "perfect to puzzling".

Setting up two ePrint-enabled machines (an Envy and a Photosmart), PCWorld staff, with iPhones, Androids and BlackBerrys in hand, sent simple email messages to the printers at set intervals over the 24-hour period.

And on the whole, ePrint works, PCWorld says. "To HP's credit, most successful jobs took just one or two minutes to print; the longest took 30 minutes. But not all were successful."

The Photosmart, for example, recorded an 80 per cent success rate – only 37 out of 46 print jobs were successful.

"In our tests, ePrint worked most of the time, but bigger and smaller kinks could thwart your ePrint efforts," PCWorld said.

Unfortunately PCWorld's mainly positive results weren't felt by Earnest Hart, who reviewed wireless printing for clarionledger.com recently.

"Printing from my iPhone was just an outright chore. In the end, I decided that there was nothing worth printing on my iPhone anyway and just gave up," he said.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Purpose Key To Long-lasting Ink Cartridges

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 08:43:01 +0000

If you find your ink cartridges often run out sooner than you expect, don't blame the cartridge's poor performance - it might be because you're lacking purpose.

And with toner cartridges not being the cheapest products on the market, it's important to make sure you get the best out of the ones that you do buy.

According to technology blog If It Prints, I'll Let You Know, by defining your printing purpose you can cut down on wasted ink. Let's say you're printing a large user manual out for the new computer you've bought - do you really need to do a job lot? Consider what bits you don't need and just don't print them. You'll save time and ink in the process.

And if some of the manual is in colour, why not print it out in black and white? Do you really need the full-colour cover, for example?

If you still find you're using up a lot of ink, you might want to open a window - or turn the central heating up. According to the blog, temperature can have a significant impact on the quality of your cartridges.

"Having temperatures that are just right, not too cold nor too hot, can make your ink cartridges perform better and last longer," it said.

Looking for a new printer? Lexmark has just released Genesis, recently described by the Telegraph as the coolest device since the MacBook.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

98 Pound PC Scheme To Help Brits Hit The Web

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 09:00:03 +0000

A new government initiative has been launched to offer an affordable PC to the 9.2 million adults in the UK who do not have broadband access.

Customers who purchase the proposed £98 PC - which is being overseen by "digital champion" Martha Lane Fox - may also want to purchase a printer with ink and toner cartridges to help them set up their own business.

According to Jonathan Bowers, communications director at managed hosting firm UK Fast, a cheap computer could very well incentivise people to buy a computer, and it may even inspire them to become entrepreneurial.

"It'll certainly be a boost for some people who don't have a computer at the moment to go out and get one," he said.

After getting access to the web, Mr Bowers said people may then be encouraged to think about going into business for themselves, given "how easy it is to run an online business and be successful at it".

"It'll certainly bring to the awareness of people who don't spend much time on the internet the wealth of businesses that are online at the moment, and inspire them that it's possible to set it up."

The £98 PC scheme is part of the Race Online 2012 project, which aims to enable everyone in the UK to have access to the web.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

HP Appoints New Communications Chief

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:53:01 +0000

Ink cartridges maker Hewlett-Packard has named Bill Wohl as its senior vice-president and chief communications officer.

Mr Wohl joins the toner cartridges maker with more than 25 years' experience in public relations, working as a senior executive for 12 years at business management firm SAP AG, where he worked on mergers and acquisitions and oversaw new product launches.

He was also volunteer fire-fighter in his spare time for 25 years.

The new role has been newly created by HP, and will see Mr Wohl manage and coordinate communications across the company.

"Bill is a consummate professional who will lead the effort to articulate my vision and broader strategy for HP," said Leo Apotheker, HP president and chief executive.

"He will help drive our entire business forward by conveying the value and the richness of HP, and the shared vision for our products and services."

HP possesses the largest worldwide market share for printers, with 44 per cent, according to research firm IDC.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Lexmark Genesis Coolest Device Since The MacBook

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:50:56 +0000

Lexmark's all-in-one inkjet, Genesis, is worth more than its weight in gold, it has been claimed. The firm launched the printer for the UK market this week, priced at £399.

Reviewing the much-vaunted machine, the Daily Telegraph's Techbyte section praised the Genesis, saying its price is justified by its impressive capability, not just its stylish design.

The machine, which uses single ink cartridges to speed up printing jobs, trumps recent business devices like the MacBook air, the review says.

Genesis has a unique selling point: it stands vertically. This means when you want to feed paper in, you simply need to lift the loading case forwards, making it easier to do complicated scanning and printing jobs.

Also, Lexmark's "document to digital" claim – that users can scan documents in about three seconds – is quite correct, the review says. And its ink cartridge facility means you will find the Genesis cheaper to run than some other printers on the market.

"Individual colour and black ink tanks, combined with well-priced refill cartridges mean the Lexmark Genesis is economical to run. It has automatic two-sided printing options to save you paper, too," the review said.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Lexmark Launches Genesis In The UK

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 09:36:23 +0000

Lexmark's vaunted Genesis printer – which uses separate ink cartridges to offer greater print speeds – is now available to buy in the UK.

The latest addition to Lexmark's range of web-connected, all-in-one (AIO) inkjets, Genesis is targeted at home offices, small businesses and professionals.

As well as offering print, scan and copy facilities, Lexmark Genesis has a built-in camera with a ten-megapixel sensor. Users can see instant previews of photographs on the machine's colour touch screen.

The touch screen also offers access to the web – users can visit Facebook and Twitter when they visit Lexmark's cloud-based SmartSolutions site.

Users can also scan a page "from document to digital" in a matter of seconds, thanks to Lexmark's Flash Scan technology.

"From its unique, sleek upright design to the broad range of SmartSolutions, the Lexmark Genesis is truly an innovative, one-of-a-kind product in today's AIO market," said Paul Rooke, Lexmark's president and chief executive officer.

Reviewing the machine, which is on sale for £399, at Trusted Reviews, David Gilbert said it was "one of the most striking devices" he saw when he visited technology trade show CES.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Brother Printers Win Seven Product Design Awards

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 08:50:15 +0000

Seven of toner cartridges maker Brother's printers have scooped international design awards.

Products including Brother's A4 Colour Laser All-in-One Printer were awarded with the iF Product Design Award, judged by the iF-International Forum Design Hannover, in Germany.

The awards began in 1953, selecting the best product designs from all over the world. The products that win receive a global repute, Brother said.

Three basic design concepts - clean, elegant and intelligent - were used to judge the range of printers.

The ink cartridges firm has received 27 iF awards in total and this is the fourth consecutive year it has been named a winner.

"This design approach established quality products and it is a great honour that such products were highly recognised by global experts and received the internationally renowned award," Brother said.

Recently, two Brother printers were used in the Johnny Depp film The Tourist. Paul Bettany's character John Acheson can be seen printing out documents in one scene.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Samsung Devices Help Schools Cut Toner Cartridges Costs

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:21:47 +0000

Samsung says its new portfolio of printers will help schools and colleges reduce the costs associated with buying toner cartridges and paper and minimise print waste.

The firm says over half of all document costs go towards buying paper and toner.

Samsung unveiled the new devices, the ML-3710ND for small workgroups and the SCX-4833FD for larger workgroups, at BETT 2011, the education technology trade show held in London this month.

Both printers use print technology to deliver classroom cost benefits and quick and easy printing.

In addition Samsung has launched a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) tool that enables schools and colleges to see how much they could save if they switch to Samsung printers.

"Samsung is dedicated to delivering exceptional A4 and A3, printers and multifunctional devices for the education sector," said Dion Smith, general manager of Samsung UK's print division.

"We also understand that schools and colleges are under more pressure than ever to spend their IT budgets wisely. As a result we're particularly excited about the TCO tool as it enables our valued education customers to identify clear cost savings that can be made through aligning your investments to the typical usage experienced amongst students, staff and administrators."

Samsung recently added to its range of wireless printers with the introduction of the CLP-325W and the CLX-3185FW.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Small Businesses Would Pay To Simplify Tax FPB Says

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 08:53:24 +0000

Over half of business owners, that may use ink cartridges in the workplace, are so frustrated by the UK's intricate tax laws they would willingly pay for them to be simplified.

Some 57 per cent of owners surveyed by the Forum of Private Business (FPB) said they would happily pay more tax in exchange for a clearer system, as long as it led to greater rewards.

Half would pay more under a simplified system if that system had rules that cut down on their competitors' tax avoidance – often carried out by large firms which have the resources to exploit geographic loopholes.

Some 45 per cent would even tolerate a higher tax bill as part of a simplified system if there was a reduction in red tape.

The government created the Office for Tax Simplification last summer; it is working on proposals to simplify tax ahead of the Budget in March.

"The cost of complying with Britain's hugely complex tax system is such that, if simplification and profitability result, most businesses believe a little more tax would be a price worth paying," said FPB chief executive Phil Orford.

"Clearly, if the government is serious about stimulating small business growth, streamlining tax administration must be a priority.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

3D Printers Boost Office Productivity

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 08:49:43 +0000

Using a 3D printer can boost productivity in the workplace, it has been claimed.

While the technology is still in its infancy, new 3D machines are starting to appear on the market. At the recent Las Vegas trade show CES, several printers were unveiled, including the Thing-O-Matic, which can produce small 3D models.

The cost, though, may put off some firms from adopting them. 3D printers are currently on sale for around £1,000. But according to the technology blog If It Prints, I'll Let You Know, the initial outlay for a 3D device will be easily recouped through the efficiency it brings.

According to the blog, there are several ways 3D printers can improve workplace efficiency.

Engineering and architecture firms, for example, can use 3D printers to build their scale models and prototypes of future projects. This means models no longer have to be made manually, freeing up a portion of work time that can be directed to other tasks.

Secondly, flexibility can be improved. If there's a problem with a design, a 3D printer can quickly alter it, the blog says.

Finally, if a firm is looking to jazz-up its marketing strategy, a 3D printer can be used to make scale models to show to potential clients. "You can be assured that your projects will push through and that you can complete them ahead of time," the blog says.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printers Could Pose Data Security Threat

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 08:47:44 +0000

Office printers are being overlooked as a potential data security threat, it has been claimed.

While most firms, for example, might print out an employee form containing personal information when a new worker starts their first day, what they don't always realise is that if the printer they've used has a hard drive it will record a copy of that information.

That means somebody within the organisation could potentially access it and, if it ever gets thrown out, it could be available to anybody.

Talking to amednews.com, Larry Kovnat, product security manager for Xerox, said firms need to remember that printers with hard drives are digital, just like PCs.

"The reasons why they wouldn't just throw out a PC, they have to treat copiers the same way," he told the website.

Mr Kovnat said it's important, therefore, to check if your printer has a hard drive. It's unlikely, admittedly, that a single-function machine would have one, but it's more likely a multifunction does and even more so for central printers, that control and manage several computers' print jobs.

He said a simple way to check is simply to search online for the make and model of the machine.

According to ABI Research, spending on network and data security will nearly double by 2016.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Wireless Printing Requires Tinkering

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 09:56:50 +0000

It may be vaunted as state-of-the-art technology, but trying to print wirelessly from an iPhone has left one man "worn out" after a "outright chore".

Writing for clarionledger.com, Earnest Hart said that after he bought an Epson Artisan 835 he was looking forward to trying out the machine's Wi-Fi capability, and particularly wanted to print from his smartphone.

While the signs at first seemed promising, Mr Hart writes that wireless printing from a mobile can be achieved, but it involves an awful lot of hassle.

Detailing his "trial and error" process, Mr Hart explained the hurdles he had to overcome, including adding the printer to a Wi-Fi network, downloading a mobile printing app, setting up an IMAP email account and enjoying a string of error and 'not verified' messages.

"Wireless printing sounds good in concept, but the reality is a different story, depending on your setup and type of equipment," he wrote.

So while it does work, it might take you all day.

"Printing from my iPhone was just an outright chore. In the end, I decided that there was nothing worth printing on my iPhone anyway and just gave up."

A recent survey of businesses by Lexmark recently that the majority of European office workers have wireless in the workplace but do not get the best out of it. Seven out of ten staff surveyed said they still use cables to link up with their printers.

Judging from Mr Hart's experience, that isn't all that surprising...

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Individual Ink Cartridges Printer Unveiled By Epson

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 09:52:04 +0000

Epson's new Stylus machine uses individual ink cartridges to make it its most advanced 13-inch device to date, the firm has said.

Designed for photographers and artists, the Stylus Photo R3000 also features magenta printer ink technology to deliver "gallery quality" wide-format, black and white and colour prints.

A pigment ink set enables users to choose from a wide choice of colours to add depth to their creations, and high-capacity individual ink cartridges help users conserve ink.

"The Epson Stylus Photo R3000 represents the next generation of 13-inch professional printers with its advanced features and design," said Richard Day, senior product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America.

"We've integrated new productivity features that will have a big impact on design workflows, including superior media handling, wireless connectivity, larger ink cartridges, and auto-switching black inks."

Recently, Epson launched the WorkForce 840 and WorkForce 60 printers, which it said were the fastest double-sided printers in the world.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Bosses Office Excess Revealed

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 08:45:21 +0000

Most bosses' offices are pretty bog-standard, perhaps with a desk, chair, computer, printer and, if they're lucky, some room to keep spare ink cartridges.

But a new survey of employees shows that 31 per cent of workers think the boss has an extravagant office, with some unusual items cropping up.

Workers questioned by office design company Maris Interiors revealed the most common office excess is artwork (17 per cent).

One business surveyed has a Picasso, while one hotel boss gazes up at an original Andy Warhol every day.

For five per cent, the boss had plenty of gym equipment in their office, from weights, treadmills and even exercise bikes.

One boss took luxury a step further with an en-suite sauna and one bank chief enjoyed a rooftop garden equipped with a hot tub.

"We're quite surprised by some of these findings," Maris Interiors chairman Michael Howard said.

"I'm not sure I'd want to have a meeting with someone and all the time be picturing them in the hot tub! Or maybe they hold their meetings in the hot tub?"

Of course, one shouldn't take such employee surveys too seriously. Judging by office terminology research commissioned by HR firm Reabur, 14 per cent of employees thought "time off in lieu" meant time spent in the loo, while nine per cent thought "blue sky thinking" meant working outside in the car park.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

3D Printer Lights Up CES

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 09:02:43 +0000

It has been compared to a science fiction device or a piece of flat-pack from IKEA, but the Thing-O-Matic is being heralded as the world's first affordable 3D printer (well, sort of).

The Thing-O-Matic printer lit up (literally) this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, becoming one of the trade show's key talking points.

Designed by MakerBot Industries, the Thing-O-Matic looks like a quaint, antiquated device, but contains some impressive technology.

Essentially a green-glowing box with processors and wires inside, the printer connects easily up to your computer via USB, CNET UK reports. Using MakerBot's modelling software, the Thing-O-Matic will then print out your creations – in 3D.

But before you go getting any big ideas, like printing a 3D car or a house, take note: the printer can only print out objects that are up to six by six by seven inches, so you'll have to make your projects a little smaller.

Which leaves us with the price. It costs nearly £800, which according to untinkable.biz makes it affordable, but some may disagree...

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Introducing Memjet: The Fastest And Cheapest Printer

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 08:47:37 +0000

The makers of a new printer claim the machine fires out so much printer ink at such a speed that it is the fastest and cheapest printer on the market.

According to technology blog If It Prints, I'll Let You Know, it's all in the way the Memjet does its printing jobs.

The Memjet performs faster than a typical inkjet because its print head is as wide as the page it is printing on. Couple that with 70,000 microscopic chutes that eject ink all at once and you have one of the most efficient devices out there.

And while the printer may be fairly expensive when it goes on sale (the blog suggests around £350 as a starting price), users will benefit from cheaper ink – at about 3p per page, compared to 7p per page in laser or inkjets.

Memjet uses micro-electronic mechanical systems, or MEMS – which use page-wide heads and tiny nozzles. Similar technology has already been used in products like Nintendo Wii remotes and iPhones.

Another innovative printer recently has been the Eco Printer. It uses special ink that can be permanently erased when a UV light is passed over it, meaning users can reuse the same piece of paper time and time again.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

SMBs Unprepared For Disasters

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 08:38:50 +0000

Small and medium businesses (SMBs), that may use ink and toner cartridges, are unprepared to deal with natural disasters, and the data loss that can result.

Symantec's 2011 SMB Disaster Preparedness Survey also reveals that SMBs that fail to put in adequate measures to deal with such disasters could lose customers, money, and even go out of business.

The firm's survey of over 1,000 companies in 23 countries shows that half do not have a plan in place. 41 per cent of those said it never occurred to them to implement a procedure while 40 per cent said that "disaster preparedness" isn't a priority for them.

Symantec says these figures are surprising given the number of SMBs that are at risk. 65 per cent of respondents to its survey live in places susceptible to natural disasters and over the last 12 months, the typical SMB underwent six computer outages.

"According to the research findings, SMBs still haven't recognised the tremendous impact a disaster can have on their businesses. Despite warnings, it seems like many still think it can't happen to them," said Bernard Laroche, senior director, SMB product marketing, Symantec.

"Disasters happen and SMBs cannot afford to risk losing their information or - more importantly - their customers' critical information.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Brother Printers Star In New Johnny Depp Film

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:53:51 +0000

If you managed to drag your eyes away from A-list stars Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie, you may have noticed that their new film The Tourist features an interesting cameo appearance - by two Brother printers.

Apparently if you look hard enough you'll be able to spot both the HL-4040CN and MFC-7440N printers pop up in the recent blockbuster, the firm says.

The machines can be seen during a scene set in a Scotland Yard office, filmed in Venice, Italy.

The Tourist stars Depp as Frank, an American tourist, and Jolie as Elise, who is being tracked by the police.

But don't worry if you think the printers just happened to be there while the cameras were rolling – there's a money shot: the HL-4040CN gets a chance to whir into action when Paul Bettany, who plays police inspector John Acheson, prints out an "important" document in his race to catch the outlaw couple.

It wasn't accidental - Brother Italy was approached by the film's production company to supply the laser printers on order to give the scene a realistic look.

Printers seem to be gaining a new found celebrity status. Lady Gaga recently rolled up to the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas to promote a new Polaroid mobile printer. Whatever next?

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

The Printer That Lets You Use The Same Paper Again And Again

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 08:56:33 +0000

Here's an idea: how about a printer that lets you erase the ink on documents after you've printed them, making the paper clean, clear and ready to use again?

That's the idea behind the Eco Printer, designed by Sharsha Lee for Liteon Technology. It has recently been named the winning entry in Red Dot's 2010 Design Concept award.

Here's how it works: the printer uses a special ink, made up of photographic materials. The trick is that the ink is erased when ultra violet light is passed over it – meaning documents can be printed for the short-term, used, scanned with UV, and be ready for use again. Theoretically you'd only ever need to use one piece of paper.

Sounds useful? Perhaps. A scrape underneath the surface reveals the idea may not be as good as it seems, though.

As tech website Wired points out: "Paper is useful because of what you do to it after the ink has been laid down." The advantage paper has over a computer screen is that you can write on it, make amendments, tear bits off. That's the usefulness of paper.

But the UV light won't erase pencil or pen marks, meaning you'd have to keep the paper completely free of blemishes other than the special ink.

"If you're forced to keep the paper in pristine condition, then you may as well use an iPad," Wired said.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Guinea Pig Freed From Printer

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 08:42:39 +0000

Strange as it may sound, a guinea pig got itself stuck in amongst printer ink cartridges this week.

A deer stuck in fencing, yes, a cat up a tree – we've all heard of that, but a guinea pig stuck in a printer? Well, it happened.

According to the New Zealand Herald, the little creature's owner turned up at a fire station in the north-eastern city of Gisborne carrying a printer with the furry beast tangled up inside.

"It wasn't injured or anything - it had just wriggled inside and got stuck," station officer Pat Hogan told the newspaper.

But the guinea pig's easy means of entry did not make for an altogether smooth rescue process – it took fire fighters half an hour to free the animal.

"We had to take the case off to get it out but when we started cutting the back off the printer it just shot out all by itself. The noise must have frightened it," Mr Hogan told the newspaper.

"It was one of the most unusual requests the station had ever had," the newspaper said.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson To Showcase New Printers At Tech Exhibition

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 09:05:11 +0000

Epson will unveil its new range of printers, scanners and projectors at an international education technology tradeshow later this month.

BETT UK, the largest event of its kind in the world, is targeted at all levels of people involved in education, from headteachers to IT coordinators.

Epson will offer live demonstrations of its 13 new projector models, which allow images to be projected onto a range of flat surfaces and desktops, without the need for additional screens.

Additionally, the devices feature a range of light settings, allowing teachers to leave classroom lights on so students can take notes.

"We're excited about revealing our latest projectors at the BETT UK exhibition, "said Graeme Davidson, market development manager, Epson UK.

"Showing teachers and education specialists our products first hand and demonstrating the innovative features will allow them to experience just how Epson products can help in the classroom."

BETT UK will be held at the Olympia in London from Wednesday January 12th to Friday January 15th.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Some 140000 Attend CES 2011

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 08:58:58 +0000

This year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) – featuring sophisticated printers, ink and toner cartridges – welcomed over 140,000 people, the event's organisers have said, as the event wraps up today.

CES, held this year in Las Vegas, is the technology industry's premier trade show, showcasing some of the most up-to-date designs and products from firms all over the world.

Organisers the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) said the 2011 show set several new records, including 30,000 international attendees and keynote speeches from 21 top chief executive officers, including Steve Ballmer of Microsoft and Boo-Keun Yoon of Samsung.

Some of the hottest new trends to emerge from the expo included the launch of over 80 tablet devices, the unveiling of wireless 4G, smart appliances, and electric vehicles. Ford unveiled its first electric car, the Focus Electric, at the show.

"The 2011 International CES was a phenomenal worldwide event that spanned global industries including technology, automotive and entertainment markets," said Gary Shapiro, president and chief executive officer, CEA.

"This global technology gathering featured more innovation, more news, more social media buzz and more international attendance than any other show in CES history."

The CEA said that since January 3rd, over 158,000 CES-related tweets have been sent through the microblogging site Twitter.

CES was even graced with the presence of Lady Gaga, who launched a range of Polaroid products, including a mobile printer and a pair of sunglasses with a built-in camera.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Lady Gaga Unveils�A New Printer

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 09:14:47 +0000

If you were asked to name the most unlikely person to unveil a new printer at a geeky trade show, who would be the first name on your lips?

Lady Gaga, right?

Well, the most famous woman in pop duly turned up at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas – the hottest tech expo on the planet – to unveil her new collaboration with Polaroid this week.

Sadly, the meat dress was nowhere to be seen.

Gaga showcased several new gadgets, all being promoted under the "Grey Label by Haus of Gaga" moniker, PCWorld reported.

The GL10 is a mobile photo printer which can link up via Bluetooth with any supporting mobile phone, with, curiously, the exception of the iPhone. It will enable users to print from their phones, on the go, wherever they are.

"I suppose many of you here are nerdy enough to carry around a mobile printer with you," PCWorld quoted Gaga as telling the crowd. "I know I will."

The other devices included a pair of sunglasses with built-in cameras and a Polaroid camera which can record photos digitally.

What next for Gaga? Promoting the recycling of printer ink cartridges? Releasing a concept album about printers? A dress made out of toner? Who knows!

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Online Ink Cartridge Shopping Increased Over Christmas

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:48:45 +0000

Ink cartridges purchasers contributed to a ten per cent rise in online shopping this Christmas, new research shows.

A whopping 86 per cent of UK shoppers took to their computers on Christmas and Boxing Day in 2010, up on 2009 figures, results from eDigitalResearch show.

The research also found that shopping via smartphones is getting more popular, with 22 per cent of online consumers accessing the internet with their iPhones, Galaxys and BlackBerrys.

As the snow hit the UK's shopping streets over the festive period, 30 per cent of online shoppers hit the web to hunt for Boxing Day bargains, with 62 per cent shopping for sale items and discounted products across both days.

"It is unsurprising that internet use over this festive period increased," Chris Russell, founding director at eDigitalResearch, said.

"Given the imminent January VAT hike and unpredictable weather conditions this year, retailers began 'after Christmas' sales earlier online than in stores, enticing shoppers to log on and shop for discounts."

The research firm said online shopping should increase further this year, as internet use and mobile shopping becomes more and more popular.

Auction house eBay has given smartphone shoppers the nickname 'moppers'.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Brother Invites Firms To Share Advice With Top Business Brains

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:41:17 +0000

Printer ink maker Brother is inviting the UK's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to submit questions to some of Britain's top business figures, with the chance to win £5,000.

Teaming up with online business support firm Smarta, the Business Ambitions project is designed to help SMEs and entrepreneurs get the "inside track" on business development.

Brother is organising a series of question-and-answer sessions with six representatives from UK business, and is giving small business owners the chance to ask their own burning questions.

All firms need to do is submit a question to Smarta and they will be in with a chance to secure two hours mentoring from one of the business boffins.

And the firm that shares the best advice stands to win a technology makeover worth up to £5,000 – "a fantastic opportunity to get your business in the best shape possible for the year ahead", Brother said.

Brother recently completed a tour of its UK resellers, offering advice and practical guidance to firms across the country.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Lexmark 100 and 100XL Compatibles Ink Cartridges

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 16:17:36 +0000

With the VAT rise customers are being urged to look at the alternative compatible ink cartridges. Internet ink has a wide range of ink cartridges covering brands such as Epson , HP , Lexmark and Dell with others available.

New VAT increases has seen the cost of raw materials sky rocket to make ink and the cartridges, which has in turn seen prices of the original ink increase.

The Lexmark 100 and 100XL accompanied by the 105XL and 108XL are available at internet-ink in the original and compatible cartridges.

With new printers and ink cartridges been added everyday and highly competitive prices Internet ink offer a further 10% discount to returning customers saving more money on their ink cartridges.

Jon Stockes

Lexmarks Genesis Impresses At CES

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 09:03:24 +0000

The Lexmark Genesis, which isn't out in the UK yet, was previewed by David Gilbert at Trusted Reviews, who got a sneak peek of the machine at CES, the world's largest consumer technology trade show.

Calling it "one of the most striking devices" he saw at the expo, Mr Gilbert was suitably impressed by the Genesis.

Genesis uses Flash Scan technology that gives users instant previews of documents, features a versatile touchscreen interface, and offers extremely fast scanning thanks to its 10 megapixel image sensor.

"The speed of the 'scanning' really was impressive and is something which really makes the Genesis stand out from other printers," Mr Gilbert said.

Web-connected, the printer enables users to email at the click of a button, using "one-touch" tools.

Additionally, the use of individual ink cartridges means it will not be necessary to change the entire set of ink cartridges, even if only one colour is depleted. Users just change the one they need to change, Mr Gilbert said.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Epson To Debut New Projectors At Trade Show

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 08:50:35 +0000

Ink cartridges maker Epson will unveil a new range of projectors at the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) tradeshow this year. The firm has been the market leader for projectors since 2001. At the show, Epson will release details about new products for the education sector, including "exciting" new classroom tools.

Visitors to Epson's stand at will be able to view a series of demonstrations that showcase how the products can be used in working environments. There will also be sections devoted to home cinema, gaming and the firm's new 3LCD Reflective technology.

"This is the sixth consecutive year Epson has exhibited at ISE and we are very much looking forward to presenting our latest range of projectors and technologies, including some exciting new models and innovative features," Valerie Riffaud-Cangelosi, business manager for projectors at Epson Europe, said.

ISE takes place in Amsterdam between February 1st and February 3rd 2011. Epson recently reduced the cost of some of its scanners, saying the drop in price represented a saving of up to 22 per cent.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Epson Launches Worlds Fastest Double-sided Printers

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 08:46:52 +0000

Epson's new WorkForce 840 and WorkForce 60 printers are the fastest double-sided printers in the world, the firm says. Designed for small offices, the machines also come with extra-high capacity ink cartridges for increased productivity.

The 840 has print speeds of 15 black pages per minute (PPM) and 9.3 colour PPM, can hold a full ream of paper at one time, and comes equipped with high capacity ink cartridges capable of printing up to 1,000 sheets. Epson's 60 machine has a PPM speed of 15 for black documents, 7.1 PPM for colour, and can handle 250 sheets at a time.

"The WorkForce 840 and WorkForce 60 models were developed with the business user in mind, and expands Epson's already robust line of business ink jet printers and all-in-ones," said Rodrigo Catalan, product manager, Epson America.

"We understand that small and home-based offices with high print volume needs require a fast, reliable, and easy-to-operate printing solution that is cost-effective and produces top-quality output, and these models deliver on all fronts."

Epson recently added the Stylus Office B42WD, which uses quick-drying printer ink, to its business printer range.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Samsung Adds To Wireless Printer Range

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 08:47:54 +0000

Printer ink maker Samsung has added a new range of wireless printers to its home office and small business portfolio. According to pcmag.com, the firm has launched the single-function CLP-325W and the multi-function CLX-3185FW.

Both machines utilise Samsung's Polymerized Chemical Toner, which, the firm says, mean prints are higher-resolution, higher-gloss and more durable than documents produced using standard toner.

Print speed for both devices stands at up to 17 pages per minute (PPM) for black, four PPM for colour, and both feature one-touch wi-fi facilities - enabling users to print wirelessly with ease. The now standard, copy, scan, fax and print capabilities are also included, pcmag.com said.

Recently, Samsung announced the appointment of a new managed print services (MPS) sales manager, Gary Smith, to bolsters its UK print division. Mr Smith will drive sales of Samsung's MPs division in the UK and Ireland.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Epson Updates Its Stylus Range With The B42WD

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:58:57 +0000

Printer ink maker Epson has added another model to its business-targeted Stylus inkjet range, it has been announced. According to Yahoo News, the Epson Stylus Office B42WD uses quick-drying inks and a new printing system that means users only have to replace used colour cartridges, rather than the entire set.

Epson is aiming the B42WD at medium-sized businesses who will benefit from its low printing costs in comparison to other laser office printers. Able to manage up to 250 sheets of paper, the B42WD has a built-in wi-fi connection and can print up t 15 black and seven colour "business quality" prints.

"The B42WD is ideal for small businesses wanting fast, fuss-free printing," Epson UK inkjets product manager Simon Hanly was quoted by Yahoo as saying. "It offers laser-like quality and inkjet affordability for professional results that won't bust the budget."

The machine is set to go on sale on Febraury 1st.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HPs Envy Sets The Bar For Wireless Printing

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:51:49 +0000

HP's ePrint-enabled machines make the printing process easy and functional, one reviewer has said.

Discussing the firm's sophisticated HP Envy device, Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson, writing for the Herald Sun, said that the increasing emergence of wireless technology is making printing a relatively hassle-free process.

HP has now introduced capabilities on many of its machines for AirPrint, the Apple-designed app that allows users to print from their iPad or iPhone – and it is making wireless printing "a dream", according to Dudley-Nicholson.

"Users unwrap it, insert two ink cartridges, power it up and follow instructions on a 3.45-inch touchscreen," she wrote. There's none of the faffing about that can come with older, more traditional models.

The AirPrint app means all users have to do is find the document, photo or email they wish to print and head to the print menu, selecting the printer.

"It's simple, prompt and avoids the hassle of syncing, selecting and connecting files and devices," Dudley-Nicholson wrote.

Posted by Nicole Stevens.

Firms Baffled By Over 60 Definitions For Cloud Computing

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:48:45 +0000

It may be understandable that firms that use ink cartridges don't fully understand what cloud computing is – as was recently claimed – one expert has heard over 60 attempts at defining the technology.

Recently, Clodagh Murphy, director at Eclipse said firms are put off adopting the cloud because they simply do not know enough about it.

"I have heard over 60 definitions of what the cloud actually means from various people this year," Dr John Bates, chief technology officer of Progress Software, said.

According to research from the Centre for Economics and Business Research, £148.7 billion could be generated by 2015 if European firms take on cloud computing.

"Cloud computing is simply a natural evolution of virtualisation, service-oriented architecture and utility computing," Mr Bates continued.

Only when cloud technology is fully deployed in the enterprise space in 2011 will organisations start to witness the cost-saving benefits.

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

Businesses Look To 2011 With Optimism

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 15:13:59 +0000

UK mid-cap businesses that may use ink and toner cartridges are looking forward to a successful new year, a survey has found.

The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills' report – 'Results from the 2010 Finance Survey of Mid-Cap Businesses' – reveals that 58 per cent of mid-caps are expecting an increase in turnover in 2011, with 93 per cent of those looking for finance managing to obtain it, an improvement on 2009's figure of 82 per cent.

Despite making up just 0.5 per cent of enterprises in the UK, mid-cap firms make an important contribution to UK employment, covering 21 per cent of jobs and generating almost 20 per cent of total turnover.

"Mid-caps are an essential aspect of our economy, employing over a fifth of our workforce and helping boost growth," minister for business and enterprise Mark Prisk said.

"It is pleasing to see they are recovering well from the recession and are facing fewer problems with access to finance," he added.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Cloud Computing Firms Just Don't Get It

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 09:04:33 +0000

Businesses that may use printer ink are being put off adopting the much-vaunted cloud computing simply because they don't understand it.

The cloud is the internet – meaning firms can store large amounts of their data on the web rather than in physical servers or computers.

This month, research from The Centre for Economics and Business Research revealed that €177.3 billion (£148.7 billion) will be generated every year up until 2015, if companies in the five largest economies in Europe stay on track to adopt cloud computing.

Clodagh Murphy, director at Eclipse Internet, said it is not the initial cost that is keeping firms away, since this is actually quite small.

"What puts businesses off is that they don't fully understand it," she said.

Small businesses especially are concentrating more on growth and economic survival in the current climate, meaning new technology won't be paramount on their list of priorities, Murphy explained.

"My advice is to find someone who you trust that can give you good advice. From there you are in a much better position to embrace the technology."

Posted by Johnny McMaster

New Xerox Technology Puts Millions Of Documents At Your Fingertips

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 10:35:53 +0000

Printer ink maker Xerox has designed technology that allows users to find, open, sort, move and review thousands of documents at the touch of a finger and sort through millions of documents in a matter of hours.

The firm's prototype 'smart document' review system enables users to gather around a touch-sensitive digital display and sort documents just by moving their fingers across the screen.

It is similar to an iPhone touch screen but, at more than 150 times larger, is perfect for several people working together.

Xerox believes the new technology will help improve the document review process, one of the biggest challenges in the insurance, pharmaceutical, medical, financial and legal industries.

"When you consider the vast number of documents involved in litigation, patent searching, government security and intelligence analyst reports, it's easy to understand how some review efforts involve millions of documents," said Caroline Privault, project leader at the research centre.

"We believe that a tool like this will have a major impact on the cost, accuracy and speed of document review."

Xerox recently signed an agreement with the UK government to provide document management services across its departments.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Samsung Bolsters UK Print Division

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 10:26:17 +0000

Printer ink maker Samsung has bolstered its UK print division with the appointment of a new managed print services sales manager.

Gary Smith will join Samsung's team in the wake of the firm's recent progression to the number one spot in the UK A4 Multifunction Laser Market.

With over ten years experience in the IT industry, Mr Smith joins from Konica Minolta Business Solutions.

At Samsung he will have responsibility for driving sales of Samsung's managed print service (MPS) in the UK and Ireland.

"With significant experience in the print and IT solutions industry, Gary's background makes him an invaluable addition to our organisation," Dion Smith, general manager of Samsung UK's print division, said.

"We're confident that he will help us capitalise on the popularity that Samsung MPS is currently experiencing and drive our brand towards being the market leader in this space."

Samsung recently released a series of new monochrome laser printers.

The ML-1860, ML-1865 and ML-1865W offer users a host of one-touch features to make printing and scanning flexible and easy.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Epson WorkForce635 The Ideal Family Printer

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 09:09:02 +0000

Epson's WorkForce635 printer, which uses fade, smudge- and water-resistant ink cartridges, has been praised for its suitability for family members who work from home.

The all-in-one machine was featured on US television network CBS' daytime show "The Talk".

Its resident tech expert, the aptly named Dr Gadget, said the device's printing, scanning, copying and faxing capabilities "do it all faster and better than the competition".

"With so many entrepreneur moms and dads running a business or consulting from home in this economy, it's a practical addition to 'The Talk' segment about choosing the right gifts for busy families," Dr Gadget said

According to Epson, the 635 offers the world's fastest printing speeds and print quality. If features built in Wi-Fi, double sided printing options, and a 250-sheet paper tray.

Epson recently released a printing app for iPhone users. PrintJinni for Epson, allows users of the smartphone, iPod Touch and iPad to print Microsoft Word, PDF and JPEG documents from their email accounts to any Epson wireless all-in-one.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Savvy Printer Ink Shoppers Spend �153 Million On Christmas Day

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 08:52:26 +0000

While most people were curled up on the sofa watching Doctor Who this Christmas Day, the savviest shoppers were hitting the web to scour the best printer ink and toner deals – spending an estimated £150 million in the process.

According to the Interactive Media in Retail Group (IMRG), 4.8 million people were expected to hit the online stores on the big day and could even break the £150 million barrier.

Boxing Day will be even busier – IMRG estimates that shoppers will part with £300 million for the first time.

The value and convenience of online shopping – high street retail has taken a hit due to the bad weather – and a rush to spend before the January VAT rise to 20 per cent will help online shopping perform strongly over the festive break, the IMRG said.

David Smith, managing director of the firm, commented: "Christmas Day has become a busy online shopping day in recent years, as people with an eye for value look to take advantage of the 24/7 nature of online retail.

"With many people not being able to get out to the high street sales due to the wide-ranging impact of the snow, online could see a real boost over the next few weeks."

According to Visa, yesterday (Thursday 23rd December) was Europe's busiest shopping day, with the merchant expecting to have processed approximately 38 million transactions worth €2 billion (£1.6 billion).

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Over 80 Percent Of Staff To Work From Home Over Christmas

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:43:31 +0000

UK office workers will need to stock up on printer ink and make sure their printer is fully functioning for Christmas - as a new survey reveals more than 80 per cent of staff will work from home during the festive period.

Broadband firm Demon's survey of over 550 of its customers reveals that more than eight out of ten UK office workers expect to work from at some point over the break. And more than one in six expect to check their emails on Christmas Day, the survey, reported in the Scotsman, shows.

Demon said the report's figures show a 15 per cent increase on last year. Matt Cantwell, head of Demon, told the newspaper: "As a nation we're no longer restricted by set working hours and are often the most productive when working whenever and wherever suits us best.

"It's also clear that we're increasingly dependent on technology to support our preference for flexible working. With winter illness and snow chaos, remote working is no longer a 'nice to have', but a necessity."

He added that advanced technology, like smartphones and high-speed internet, were allowing people to be more flexible regarding their working arrangements.

According to the Office for National Statistics, 3.1 million people are regular home-based workers.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Brother Rewards Its Star Reseller

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:40:40 +0000

Printer ink maker Brother has awarded one of its resellers a prize of £10,000 as part of its Big Ambition UK roadshow. The firm hit the road in October, calling at 18 of its reseller destinations across the country, offering tips on how to boost sales and revenue at the end of the year.

Brother also showcased its new colour laser range and hosted practical advice sessions. "It proved a huge success and a fantastic fun way to demonstrate to our channel partners that they’re always at the centre of our sales and marketing strategy and that we consider their hard work extremely valuable," the company said. It awarded the cash prize to 32-year-old Kellie Russell after she entered its prize draw.

Recently, two of Brother's colour laser printers were praised in recent reviews. Chris Brennan said the MFC-9465CDN printer had a "very good" print quality, while Simon Williams accorded the DCP-7045N multifunction printer with good print speeds.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Brother Printers Garner Positive Reviews

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 11:42:41 +0000

Two of printer ink maker Brother's colour laser printers have been praised in recent reviews.

The Brother MFC-9465CDN printer was found to have a "very good" print quality by Chris Brennan in a review for MacUser magazine. Awarding the device four stars out of a possible five, Mr Brennan said it was a well-designed compact machine particularly suited to offices. Its documents offer clear text and smooth images, Mr Brennan said.

The DCP-7045N multifunction printer was reviewed by Simon Williams, who has written for the Times on the Trusted Reviews website. He said it was an affordable machine, with good speeds and good quality text prints.

Recently, Brother embarked on a tour of its resellers throughout the UK, calling at 18 destinations throughout the country.

It offered its sales teams advice on its product ranges, tips on how to increase sales and launched its new colour laser printer range.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Recycling Ink Cartridges Offers Considerable Eco Benefits

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 08:41:09 +0000

Recycling toner cartridges reduces the carbon footprint of that cartridge by up to 60 per cent, a new report from Lexmark shows.

The firm released the findings in its Life Cycle Assessment study, which examined the eco impact of toner cartridges that are thrown away, Trade Arabia reported.

In order to reduce waste and help the environment, Lexmark advises its customers to only print what they need, use double-sided prints, and use paperless tools, like scan to email. High yield ink and toner cartridges also help reduce waste.

"Lexmark has made it a priority to educate its customers on what steps they can take to implement responsible printing practices, such as printing less and recycling, to reduce the negative impact to the environment," said Mohammed Addarrat, general manager of Lexmark International Middle East, the news provider reported.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Xerox Signs Agreement With UK Government

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 09:01:34 +0000

Printer ink maker Xerox has signed a memorandum of understanding with the UK government to provide document management services in order to achieve savings and make efficiency gains.

The agreement comes after a period of negotiation inaugurated by Conservative MP Francis Maude and led by the Cabinet Office's Efficiency and Reform Group.

Xerox will also provide business process outsourcing as part of the agreement, the firm said, working with departments like the Department for Work and Pensions.

"We're keen to continue playing a central role in the transformation of public services, which make a real difference to the lives of people in the UK every day," Alan Charnley, managing director of Xerox UK and Ireland, said.

"We value our relationship with UK government and are committed to working collaboratively to help transform the way government works by providing enhanced services to UK citizens at a lower cost."

Recently, a post on the Spectator magazine's Coffee House blog sais some MPs feel the decision to make them responsible for buying ink cartridges - instead of the House of Commons placing bulk orders - is unreasonable.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Improve Your Password Security When Buying Printer Ink Online

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 08:57:21 +0000

People who regularly buy their printer ink online have been reminded of the importance of strong password security to protect their personal information.

Simon Heron, an internet security analyst at Redscan, said many users' private information is breached online simply because they use obvious passwords, and use them across multiple accounts.

Once you've got that simple password you've got the crown jewels - all their accounts that they're using that for," he said.

Recently, some well-known websites including Twitter, Yahoo! and LinkedIn asked their users to change their passwords after a hacker attack on Gawker Media.

It was revealed Gawker's users' most popular password was '123456'.

According to Imperva, the top 20 most commonly used passwords include, brilliantly, 'password', 'iloveyou', 'rockyou', 'babygirl', 'Qwerty' and 'monkey'.

"I don't think they take it seriously enough," Mr Heron said.

"Passwords are hard, and it's not the greatest thing we could do, but unfortunately it is the only way we currently have of authenticating people. Unfortunately, the person who is hurt most is the person who uses the weakest password.

Posted by Nicole Stevens.

Internet Ink Rib Charter Give Away Week 6 and 7 Winner

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 12:16:24 +0000

Congratulations to our Sixth and Seventh weekly winner of our FREE rib charter giveaway:

Mrs Carolyn Rachael of Swindon

and

Mr Tom Bedford of Oxford

They have just won a whole rib boat charter day for them and 10 friends and family worth over £495.00 and a additional pub lunch for all on the trip.

For your chance to win just place an order with Internet-Ink and each week a customer will be drawn at random to receive a rib charter day gift voucher for 11 people.

Don't miss out on your chance to win this massive competition thanks to SouthSea Charters, tell your friends and families remember all you have to do is make an order online and your name will be entered into the draw for this week. Don't delay enter today!!!!!!!Remember Only 1 Week Left.

week 1 winner: Mr R Sellers , Clitheroe, Lancs
week 2 winner: Mr John Richardson of Elstead, Surrey
week 3 winner: Mr Russel Kirby, Hove
week 4 winner: Mr Paul Foskett, Reading
week 5 winner: Mr David Kember, Hampshire
week 6 winner: Mrs Carolyn Rachael, Swindon
week 7 winner: Mr Tom Bedford, Oxford

Firms Now View IT As Cost-cutting Tool

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 08:43:12 +0000

Businesses that buy ink and toner cartridges for use on their premises no longer view IT as an unnecessary expense that could easily be cut during difficult times.

According to Gerry McLaughlin of ITContractor.com, firms now view IT as a cost-cutting tool.

Speaking about how well the IT jobs market fared during the recession, Mr McLaughlin, said IT "sat out" much of the global downturn, with IT salaries and contract rates going relatively untroubled throughout the period.

There has been a "sea change" in firms' perception of IT, Mr McLaughlin feels.

"Whereas previously it was seen as a cost that could easily be cut when times are hard in order to protect the bottom line, it is now seen as an enabler of cost-cutting in the business."

This month (December 17th), the Centre for Economics and Business Research said that IT will be at the forefront of business recovery over the coming years, creating 93,000 new jobs by 2015.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

MPs Buying Their Own Ink Cartridges Silly

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 16:24:05 +0000

The idea that MPs should buy their own printer ink cartridges instead of allowing the House of Commons to place bulk orders doesn't make a lot of sense, a Spectator journalist has said.

Writing about the reformed expenses regulations for the magazine's Coffee House blog, James Forsyth said many politicians' "grumbles" about the new expenses regime do seem "reasonable".

These include all MPs having to purchase their own printer consumables rather than the House buying job lots and bulk orders, which could include a discount.

However, responding to the blog piece, one contributor, Michael, said that if the House of Commons issued a contract for bulk buying of print cartridges, they would be likely to cost £100 each or more.

"And they'd only work with one printer," he added.

"The Civil Service is not known for sane purchasing."

In February, Mr Forsyth wrote, the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) will release all MP expenses' requests that have been refused, which is concerning many MPs.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Xerox Cuts UK Firms Print Costs By 15 Percent

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 09:05:17 +0000

UK businesses looking into managed print services to provide their toner cartridges and printers may be interested in hearing about Xerox's progress in the managed print field. According to the company, it has helped Selex Galileo, a provider of defence electronics systems, save 15 per cent of its print costs over two years.

Selex signed on for Xerox's Enterprise Print Services in November 2008 and is now extending its contract with the firm. Xerox's service will manage all of Selex's office functions and print rooms to make sure its document output meets budget targets and security policies.

Nick Cramer, head of indirect procurement and systems at Selex Galileo, said:"Xerox is a valued partner which has worked with us and our suppliers to make a positive difference to the way we do business.

"Whilst Xerox focuses on streamlining our print environment to meet our cost-saving targets, customer service goals and security measures, we can stay focused on delivering state-of-the-art technology to our customers around the world."

Recently, Research firm Quocirca named Xerox a market leader for its provision of managed print services.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

HPs Envy Printer Great Christmas Gift

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 08:59:44 +0000

Those looking to buy a printer and ink cartridges this Christmas will be interested to hear that the HP Envy, Hewlett-Packard's wireless, web-connected printer, has been recommended as a great Xmas gift.

According to Gabrielle Pantera, writing for Hollywood Today, the compact all-in-one "redefines the way we print, copy and scan". With the Envy, users are able to print from the web without the aid of a PC by using one-touch apps.

Users can print remotely, Ms Pantera said, by using the device's touch screen and simply joining the Envy up to a Wi-Fi network. The printer is then assigned to a private email address, enabling users to email photos, images, text documents and PDF files to the printer's address and print them.

Ms Pantera also recommends choosing high-capacity ink cartridges for frequent printing. According to HP, the Envy is also the world's first PVC-free printer.

Recently, Steve Tilley, writing for the Toronto Sun, said printers need no longer be thought of as boring presents, adding that HP's Photosmart Plus e-All-in-One printer is "sleek n' sexy".

Posted by Nicole Stevens.

Samsung Launches One-touch Laser Printers

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 11:08:15 +0000

Printer ink supplier Samsung has launched three new monochrome laser printers.

The firm said its ML-1860, ML-1865 and ML-1865W devices offer users an "intuitive" printing experience thanks to the use of several one-touch features.

They also incorporate a number of environmentally-friendly tools, making them ideal for personal, home office and small office customers, Samsung said.

The ML-1860 and ML-1865 include the Samsung Print Screen button, which enables users to print out exactly what they see on their PC screen at the touch of a button – saving paper and toner.

Similarly, the ML-1865W is a wireless model that includes a one-touch setting to make the set-up of a wireless connection smooth and functional.

Users can also select, drag and drop specific content from webpages, transfer it to a blank webpage, then either save or print using Samsung's AnyWeb Print tool. This enables customers to print just what they really need, instead of printing several unnecessary documents.

"Samsung understands that consumers don't want to wait for their prints or waste paper and toner," said Anne-Marie McGarry, the firm's product marketing manager.

"That is why this range of easy to use one-touch devices not only allows consumers to easily print what they want, when they want, they can also save paper and toner."

Recently, Samsung announced that people who buy one of its Galaxy Tab devices before Christmas will receive with it an entertainment package worth £200.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printer Ink Responsible For Swedish Pink Snow Panic

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 10:01:10 +0000

Residents in Stockholm made worried calls to city authorities about after spotting pink snow across parts of Sweden's capital yesterday (December 15th), but they needn't have worried – it was made from harmless old printer ink.

According to the German Press Agency, the pink snow was actually put out by a running club, the Stockholm Hash House Harriers, to mark sections of a trail for an upcoming race. Initially, there were concerns that the pink colour could mean rat poison, but it was found that the substance was actually made from printer ink and watercolour paints.

The local environment agency said that while the snow was not dangerous, people should not try to taste it, the news provider reported.

Describing itself as a "drinking club with a running problem", the Stockholm Hash House Harriers is one of many chapters of the 'hash' movement that was apparently started by expats in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in 1938.

The 'hash' in the club's title refers not to marijuana but a type of hare and hounds race, in which flour or paper is laid to mark boundaries – with beer presumably being involved at some point.

Posted by Nicole Stevens.

Office Misconceptions Revealed

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 09:08:17 +0000

A typical day in the office might involve a request to stock up on printer ink or re-order printer paper – all common and understandable terms, certainly.

But, according to research by HR consultancy Reabur, when it comes to terminology like "in lieu", "annual leave" and "blue sky thinking", some office workers are thoroughly confused.

The firm's survey of 1,103 employees throughout the UK reveals glaring lapses when it comes to the most basic of terms in the office lexicon.

Some 14 per cent of respondents thought the phrase "time off in lieu" actually meant time spent in the loo, while four per cent thought it meant a holiday in a place called Lieu. Forgivable, perhaps – it does sound like a quaint French seaside town.

For 13 per cent of those surveyed, "annual leave" – which the majority of office workers are certainly fully aware of – means time off for a whole year. Six per cent thought it meant time off for training.

The phrase "blue sky thinking", trumpeted by David Brents up and down the land, meant working outside for nine per cent of respondents.

Bizarrely, almost one in five of those surveyed, 19 per cent, thought "flexi-time" meant some kind of office aerobics. And four per cent said it was a type of watch.

Perhaps we'd better leave it there.

Recently, Lexmark released the results of a survey which suggested many office workers aren't utilising wireless printing in the workplace. Seven out of ten staff have access to wireless technology, yet still use a cable to link their PC to a printer.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Bracknall Teenagers Want Toner Cartridges To Fund Nepal Trip

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 08:41:43 +0000

Two teenage boys are calling for donations of toner cartridges to help them raise enough cash for a once in a lifetime trip to Nepal.

Peter Batt and Dean Harfield, both from Bracknall in Berkshire, want to join their fellow pupils at Edgbarrow School when they go to the South Asian country for an expedition next year, getbracknell.co.uk reported.

However, at age 14, the lads are too young to take on formal employment to garner the £3,595 they need to fund the trip.

"Our age is our biggest issue when it comes to raising money. We are only 14 and our newspaper rounds will not get us even close to our target. Most of the time health and safety regulations are in the way of us getting a proper job," Peter told the newspaper.

In addition to toner cartridges, the boys will also collect unwanted CDs, mobile phones and DVDs, all of which can be recycled for cash.

Recently, a cheerleader from California, US, attempted to raise money to attend a cheerleading day in London on New Year's Day by collecting ink cartridges.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

How To Cancel A Print Job Without Wasting Paper

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 09:06:58 +0000

We've all been there. You find the online manual for your television you've been looking for, then send it to print. But wait! You quickly realise you only wanted the first couple of pages, and the printer's started shooting out the whole 100-page document!

A frustrating experience, I think we all agree, and a real waste of printer ink and paper. However, help is at hand. According to macworld.com, you have two options: One of which is to cancel the job from the printer or your computer.

To cancel from the printer, the website explained, either hit the 'cancel job' button or drag the paper out of the printer (being careful not to damage the machine, of course). In fact, this might be the best way to do it if you want to save paper, because sometimes a print job says it has cancelled but the paper continues to stream out.

"Removing the paper from the printer's input tray (or turning the printer off) won’t cancel the print job, but it will pause the printing, giving you time to take other steps to delete the mistake either from the unit or from your Mac," the website said.

Indeed, it might be a good time to start conserving printer paper. Recently, PrintWeek reported that printing firms could be set to pay considerably more for their paper next year, with a possible knock-on effect on the customer.

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

Ink and Toner Cartridges Worth 200k Stolen From Milton Keynes

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 09:00:35 +0000

Thieves have stolen ink and toner cartridges valued at close to £200,000 from an office supply store in Milton Keynes. Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses of the incident, which happened last Friday night (December 10th), AboutMyArea.co.uk reported.

It happened between 18:00 GMT and 19:45 GMT at a site in Darin Court, in the Crownhill area of the town. The last member of staff to leave for the weekend recalls seeing three men parked up in a large box van, the news provider said.

Most of the cartridges taken were Hewlett-Packard products.

As well as appealing for anyone who may have seen the burglary, police also want to speak to anyone who may have been offered "unusually cheap" cartridges or toners over the last few days, the news provider said.

Recently, a US man, Marque Gumbs, was accused of stealing nearly $4 million (£2.5 million) in toner cartridges from his employer. The 32-year-old was an administrative worker at Memorial-Sloan Kettering Hospital when he ordered toner cartridges through the hospital, selling them on in order to fund a luxury lifestyle.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Paper Prices Could Rise Sharply Next Year

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 09:03:11 +0000

Printer ink firms could be set to pay considerably more for their paper next year.

According to PrintWeek, European paper mills are gearing up to implement double-digit price hikes in the new year – including a possible £50 per tonne increase for coated mechanical papers.

The proposed increases will be effective from January 1st 2011, and will only be "firm" until the end of March. An anonymous industry source told PrintWeek he had received letters from UPM that inferred the price increases would go ahead.

"The picture on price increases is complicated but most of the activity is focused on publication grades where, depending on the term of the agreement being renegotiated and the particular grade, increases vary from eight to 25 per cent," UPM general manager Will Oldham told the printing industry news service.

He added: "The price increases are out of kilter with the economy and mean that we can't budget for the magazines. The mills are blind to that and think that the market can withstand it."

In March this year, PrintWeek reported that mills would increase paper prices in the region of between eight and 12 per cent from April.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Britons Confused By Their Cameras

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:59:38 +0000

We Brits may be able to load ink cartridges into our printers and perform a simple change to our computer's network preferences, but when it comes to digital cameras it's quite another story.

New research from Samsung shows that more than a third (37 per cent) of Britons under-use their cameras because of confusion over functionality, more so than mobiles or laptops.

Some 24 per cent of people say they feel worried when their camera throws up a display they don't recognise and 13 per cent admit they are so unsure of how to work their camera they simply pass it to someone else for them to take the photos.

Furthermore, when it comes to key camera functions, many Brits are unaware of them.

Some 27 per cent of respondents to Samsung Digital Imaging's survey don't know about built-in flash functions, 35 per cent are unaware of the delete function and 48 per cent don't know the red eye reduction options many cameras have.

It's not a great time of year to be un-savvy when it comes to camera functions, either – the firm's research shows that 74 per cent of people plan to take lots of festive photos. And when one in ten accidentally manage to delete the photos that they do take, perhaps it's time we wised up!

Commenting on the research, Damien Demolder, editor of Amateur Photographer magazine, said: "Technology has really leapt forward in the last few years – perhaps in photography more than in any other area of electronics. But the results of this survey show that despite this, photographs may not be as good as they could be!"

Recently, Samsung launched what it said was the world's smallest laser printer, the Samsung SCX-3201.

Posted by Nicole Stevens.

Xerox Named Market Leader In MPS

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 10:22:58 +0000

Xerox has been named a market leader for its provision of managed print services (MPS). Research firm Quocirca named Xerox in its MPS Comes of Age report. For the second consecutive year, it awarded Xerox a leading position.

The report looks at the "changing landscape" of MPS throughout Europe, highlighting Xerox's ability to deliver to businesses of all sizes. It points out that since 2001, 100 per cent of Xerox's large business MPS clients have renewed, and continue to renew, their contracts.

Next year, Quocirca forecasts Xerox to increase its market lead by combing its ACS outsourcing services with its traditional offerings.

"Xerox's continued leadership position reflects the fact that larger enterprises are increasingly looking for innovation and business-process improvement as well as cost savings, said Louella Fernandes, principal analyst at Quocirca.

Recently, Xerox announced it will spend $25 million (£15 million) to expand its toner cartridges plant in New York.

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

Xerox Will Invest 25m To Expand Its New York Toner Cartridges Plant

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:59:48 +0000

Xerox will respond to the increasing worldwide demand for toner cartridges by investing $25 million (£15 million) in order to expand its New York emulsion aggregation (EA) toner plant.

The firm said it will increase its capacity to produce EA toner by 50 per cent. Opened in 2007 at a cost of $60 million, the Rochester site contains over 20 miles of pipe and tanks that produce billions of toner particles.

EA toner was developed by Xerox to produce sharper images using less toner per page. It is different to traditional toner in that it is chemically grown, meaning the shape, size and structure of the particles can be precisely controlled.

Construction will begin this month and is expected to be completed by the end of next year. Ten jobs will be created by the development.

"As one of the world’s largest producers of toner, we have looked at several alternatives on how and where to expand our manufacturing capacity," said Wim Appelo, president of the Xerox Global Business and Services Group.

"We chose to upgrade our existing facility not only because it makes the most economic sense but also because we benefit from the strong local technological expertise and the opportunity to invest in job growth in the US."

Recently, Xerox announced the appointment of Robert J Keegan, the former chief executive officer of Goodyear tyres, to its board.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Launches Free Apple Mobile Printing App

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:56:27 +0000

Mobile Apple users will be able to print directly from their devices to any Epson wireless all-in-one with a new smartphone app.

The printer ink maker has teamed up with Thinxtream to develop PrintJinni for Epson, which allows users of the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad to print Microsoft Word, PDF and JPEG documents from their email accounts to any Epson wireless all-in-one.

Epson said PrintJinni is different to other mobile printing apps in that documents printed from an Apple device will maintain their original formatting. Additionally, the app has been adapted to especially suit the iPad's larger screen size and utilise the device's rotational capabilities.

"Whether you're printing a document at home or a presentation for an important meeting, PrintJinni for Epson allows you to preview and print to any http://www.internet-ink.co.uk/printer-ink-cartridges near your Apple device," said Gregg Brunnick, group product manager, Consumer Ink Jets, Epson America.

Recently, Epson announced it has signed a global sponsorship deal with Manchester United to supply the football club with its technology and consumables products.

Posted by Nicole Stevens.

Sales Of Printers Up During Third Quarter

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:49:48 +0000

Sales of printers have picked up, figures from the third fiscal quarter (Q3) have shown.

According to research firm IDC, over 31 million devices were sold during Q3 2010, the second consecutive period of double-digit annual growth, itp.net reported.

Compared to the same period last year, total market shipments increased by 13 per cent.

Sales of monochrome laser multifunction printers (MFPs) continue to outperform colour laser MFPs, at 38 per cent to 21 per cent respectively, the website reported IDC research as showing.

Central Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa are also becoming stronger markets, now accounting for 13 per cent of the global market.

"Early indications show that the market is rebounding after the decline seen in 2009 and 2008 as some degree of consumer confidence returns and businesses are now looking to invest in their printing and imaging," Phuong Hang, programme manager for IDC's worldwide quarterly hardcopy peripherals tracker, was quoted by the website as saying.

The report also showed that HP possesses the biggest worldwide market share, with 44 per cent, followed by Canon (17 per cent), then Epson (14 per cent).

Recently, Xerox announced it will respond to the increasing demand for toner cartridges by expanding its New York production plant at a cost of $25 million (£15 million).

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Lexmark 100XL 105XL And 108XL Now Available

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 15:30:00 +0000

With the increasing demand for Lemark 100 , Lexmark 105 and Lexmark 108 ink cartridges . Internet-ink.co.uk has added the new compatible Lexmark cartridges to the site. With Christmas coming up and consumers looking to save and get some bargins, they can look no further than the new Lexmark compatible XL range at internet ink.

The new arrivals include Lexmark 100 XL Compatible Black Ink Cartridge , Lexmark 100 XL Compatible Cyan Ink Cartridge , Lexmark 100 XL Compatible Magenta Ink Cartridge , Lexmark 100 XL Compatible Yellow Ink Cartridge and the Lexmark 105 XL Compatible Black Ink Cartridge.

Other new Lexmark cartridges that have been added include the Lexmark 108 XL Compatible Black Ink Cartridge , Lexmark 108 XL Compatible Cyan Ink Cartridge , Lexmark 108 XL Compatible Magenta Ink Cartridge and the Lexmark 108 XL Compatible Yellow Ink Cartridge.

Internet inks lexmark XL 100, 105 and 108 compatible inks are half the price of many compatible cartridge sellers in the market and our original inks are one of the best value for money cartridges on the market, so check out the Lexmark range with so many cartridges to choose from we are sure you'll find yourself a bargin this winter.

Hewlard Packard

Traditional Printing Inspires New 2 Pound Coin

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 08:47:38 +0000

In the days before fancy wireless printers, large format machines and ink cartridges, documents and other ephemera were produced by much more primitive means - usually a simple printing block.

In recognition of this, The Royal Mint has released a new £2 coin that is inspired by the printing process that was used to produce the King James Bible, which celebrates its 400th birthday next year.

According to PrintWeek, the coin features the quote "In the beginning was the Word", with the text duplicated - one copy reversed, to represent the printing block, the other indented, to represent the printed text.

The King James Bible has a rich and dramatic history, the Royal Mint said. It was borne out of Puritan concern, around 1604, that some parts of the then current bible's translations were inaccurate.

Consequently King James agreed to the creation of a new bible, and the tome was born. "Scholars praise it for its majestic style and poetic rhythms. The most printed book ever, it is still the third most widely sold bible by number of copies," the Royal Mint said.

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

Printer Error Blamed For US Banknote Calamity

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 09:48:30 +0000

A printer is to blame for the production of flawed US banknotes, it has been reported.

According to the BBC, CNBC said that a problem in the printing process meant that up to 30 per cent of new $100 notes, worth $110 billion (£69 billion) and scheduled to go into circulation in February next year, were produced with a blank patch on them.

Consequently the US has had to stockpile all of the notes, as the flawed ones are mixed in with the sound ones. Officials are now working on a way to remove and destroy the damaged bills, the news provider said.

They are hoping to devise a mechanical sorting process, as removing them by hand would take up to 30 years. "We are confident that a very high proportion of the notes will be fit for circulation," the news provider quoted Treasury Department spokeswoman Darlene Anderson as saying.

Recently, an Australian telecoms firm, Telstra, committed a slightly lower-level blunder when it sent out 220,000 letters to the wrong addresses. However, in that case it was found the printer was not to blame.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Managed Print Services Could Stop Employee Theft

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 09:10:43 +0000

Adopting managed print services could control corporate theft, one expert has said.

Edward Crowley, writing for mpsinsights.com, highlighted the recent case of Marque Gumbs, a former employee at Memorial-Sloan Kettering Hospital in New York, who has been accused of stealing almost $4 million (£2.5 million) in toner cartridges from his employer. Gumbs ordered the cartridges through the hospital, reselling them to fuel a luxury lifestyle of property and flash cars.

According to Crowley, while managed print services - available from providers like Hewlett-Packard and Lexmark - are known help firms save money and improve productivity, they could also be useful in keeping a lid on worker theft.

"The reality is that the unmanaged nature of printing invites employee theft," Crowley wrote. While the Gumbs case is admittedly unusual, smaller-scale theft takes place all the time, whether its employees printing personal documents at work or taking an ink cartridge home with them.

"Since the cost of imaging (printing, copying and faxing) documents is highly decentralised, without some type of managed print services program to centrally monitor asset deployment and usage, the potential for shrinkage is dramatic," Crowley wrote.

Given the "highly-unmanaged, high-risk" nature of document production in the work place, businesses may find a managed print service very valuable indeed.

Posted by Nicole Stevens.

Internet Ink Rib Charter Give Away Week 6 and 7 Winner

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 12:47:17 +0000

First Laser Printer With Chinese Property Rights Goes Into Production

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 09:20:12 +0000

China's first laser printer with independent intellectual property rights has gone into mass production. According to People's Daily Online, printer firm SEINE, based in Gaungdong, in southern China, is behind the printer.

It means the country is now the world's fourth with the necessary technology and rights to manufacture laser printers. Called "Bentu" (which means "constant progress"), the printer has a strong focus on low energy and toner consumption.

It is made from eco-friendly material and, compared to other similar devices, claims to costs 40 per cent less for toner cartridges and use 11 per cent less waste toner during and after the printing process. Environmental efforts in China are very popular.

According to environmentalpictures.blogspot.com, recycling in the country is "second nature", with Beijing housing the world's largest recycling facility. By this year, the city planned to see its recycling rate go up from ten per cent to 80 per cent, the blog said.

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

Bonus Trumps Promotion As Top Christmas Gift

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 09:12:13 +0000

Managers at firms across the UK, who will no doubt be stocking up on ink cartridges, toner cartridges and other printer consumables for the busy Christmas period, would prefer a cash bonus rather than a promotion for their Christmas present from their employer.

From a survey of 3,300 managers the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), close to half (48 per cent) said a bonus would be the "ideal" Christmas present from their employer, with only one in ten choosing a promotion. One in six (16 per cent) opted for more training and development and 12 per cent wanted more staff. Just 11 per cent said they would like to see an increased budget.

Penny de Valk, chief executive of the ILM, said: "Financial security is clearly top of mind for workers this Christmas, with most thinking more about their wallets than their long-term career progression right now. "Where possible, organisations looking to thank staff for their hard work can rest assured that some sort of seasonal bonus will be particularly well received this year.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Online Printer Ink Shoppers Warned Over Xmas Cyber Scams

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 08:54:15 +0000

With online shopping blooming this Christmas, many people will be buying printers as gifts -and probably throwing in a few ink cartridges too - via the web. But while so-called 'armchair shopping' is popular with those looking for the best deals, it is not without its pitfalls.

Internet security firm Panda Security has issued shoppers advice to ensure they do not fall victim to online fraud. It's important to run up to date and reliable anti-malware software, making sure all security updates are installed.

While it may be tempting to use a search engine, like Google, to search for deals, Panda suggests going directly to a retailer you are familiar with (such as Internet-ink!) - this will reduce the chance of getting caught in a scam. Be alert to the online world. Online criminals can be clever in their methods, often using fake adverts and creating false shopping baskets.

"If you are not sure about a particular site, a quick look in your favourite search engine for site reviews should indicate whether or not you should purchase from that site," the security firm said. Review sites you can use include the reviewcentre.com. Finally, users should install current software updates for their operating system – like Firefox – so they don't get unknowingly infected with malware.

Recently, the Centre for Retail Research forecasted that UK households will spend more than one-fifth (22 per cent) of their Christmas budget online this year, totalling £11.5 billion over the festive season.

Check out are Christmas Gift Guide for ideas this holiday season!

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Memory Cards Flash Memory and Micro SD New Now Available

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 12:32:38 +0000

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Ryan Nielsen

Brothers New DCP-J715W Printer Gets Black To Basics

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 09:36:26 +0000

While most new printer releases are accompanied by blurb trumping their cool multi-coloured design, one of Brother's new multi-function (MFP) devices has been praised – for being designed entirely in black.

According to the Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation, Brother's new DCP-J715W MFP resonates with the "timeless beauty of black", standing out from other printer colours and looking more akin to a TV or computer.

But it's not all about the shell. This printer, the corporation says, is packed full of features that allow users to multi-task "with ease".

Its inclusion of a wireless printing function – daunting to many people – can be installed and run with ease, making printing wirelessly a simple task – and there's a smartphone app so users can print from their iPhone, too.

In terms of print quality, this printer delivers, the corporation says: "Printing with Brother's DCP-J715 will not disappoint, the speed relative to the text density is decent and the quality of document printing is still at its best."

Recently, a survey of European businesses by Lexmark found many of them, despite having wireless technology, do not actually use it.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Man Charged With Stealing 4 Million Dollars In Toner Cartridges From Hospital

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 08:48:02 +0000

A former hospital employee has been accused of stealing close to $4 million (£2.5 million) in toner cartridges from his old employer. Marque Gumbs, who worked as an administrative worker at Memorial-Sloan Kettering Hospital, a well-known cancer centre in New York, is charged with grand larceny after allegedly undertaking the scam from 2004 to late this year, Reuters reported.

The 32-year-old's con was to order toner cartridges through the hospital, reselling them and living a life of luxury property and cars, Reuters reported prosecutors as arguing. In under a year, Gumbs had racked-up over $1.2 million in toner cartridges that were not even compatible with any devices at Memorial-Sloan. He has since been fired from his post.

Gumbs' lawyer, Mark Jay Heller, told Reuters: "In order to steal $3.8 million over a six-year period, my client would have had to steal 40,000 toner cartridges." He added that the hospital was not in proper charge of its finances if it allowed so many cartridges to be ordered. "The hospital was embarrassed of learning of this waste and upon an audit, they decided to throw my client under the bus, or should I say hospital ambulance," Heller told the news agency.

Recently, PrintWeek reported that a conman who targeted Sussex printers, making £55,000 from an ink consumables scam, was sentenced after three firms cooperated to give evidence.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Wireless Printers Well Worth It

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 10:12:10 +0000

If you're thinking of buying a new printer or upgrading your current one, you may want to think about acquiring a wireless printer. According to If It Prints, I'll Let You Know, the printer ink and cartridges blog, a wireless printer is a great option, especially if you've several computers but only the one printer.

They are easy to install, too – as long as you have a wireless network, a device can easily be installed in the home or office. Not only will using a wireless printer mean you can get rid off lengthy connection wires that would usually connect a computer to a printing device, but it can also be moved to another room, particularly helpful in the workplace.

"In general, wireless printers cost a little more than standard printers. Then again, the comforts of having one can easily offset whatever small amount you add to acquire it," the blog said.

Recently, a survey undertaken by Lexmark found that while many European businesses have wireless printing technology, only half of them actually use it.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Canon Pixma MG6150 Genuinely Impressive Printer

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 10:09:04 +0000

Those looking to buy a printer for someone for Christmas may be interest to hear that one of Canon's devices has received a positive review. Writing in the Mirror, Kevin Lynch describes the Canon Pixma MG6150 as "genuinely impressive" because of its all-round features.

The printer is a step up from a basic inkjet, so would suit someone looking for something a little more sophisticated. Its stylish black colour, clear and functional user interface and "crystal-clear" LCD display mark this printer as an excellent product, Mr Lynch says.

Its documents are "satisfyingly crisp", Mr Lynch writes, producing work that's up there with the results from a laser printer. The inclusion of grey ink cartridges means black and white documents look impressive, too.

However, Mr Lynch did identify a weakness in the Pixma – its scanner produces colours that look a little under-par.

Recently, Canon announced a promotion in which customers who buy one of its printers – the Pixma Pro9500 or Pro9000 – will receive £100 in cashback.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Cool Printers Make Cool Christmas Gifts

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 10:03:47 +0000

A printer no longer needs to be thought of as a boring present for Christmas, one writer has said. With Christmas fast approaching, technology products are right at the top of many people's gift lists. And while the iPod, BlackBerry and latest PlayStation are all cool and nifty products, the humble printer shouldn't be ignored, either.

According to Steve Tilley, writing for the Toronto Sun, there are a range of funky printers packed full of interesting and useful features that should make the top ten of any must-have technology Christmas gift list. Mr Tilley singles out HP's line of ePrint-enabled printers, like the HP Photosmart Plus e-All-in-One, and the HP Envy e-All-in-One (which he described as "sleek n' sexy).

With wireless networking features, touchscreens and a range of apps that enable users to print out anything from weather reports to Sudoku puzzles, these printers do so much more than print. They even have their own e-mail addresses, so that you can send documents and photos from any computer or smartphone right to your printer," Mr Tilley said.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Canon Announces Plan To Build Toner Cartridges Plant In Japan

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 08:58:33 +0000

Canon has confirmed that the construction of a toner cartridges plant in Japan will get underway next year. The firm will invest approximately 80 million yen (£228 million) to develop Hita Canon Materials, a producer of toner cartridges and parts in Tokyo in June next year, with production expected to begin in May 2021.

The plant was originally announced in late 2008 but stalled because of the impact of the global financial crisis on demand for toner cartridges. However, after a "careful ongoing review of market and economic conditions", Canon believed the laser printer market is heading toward recovery which should drive growth for cartridges. Some 350 jobs will be created by the new plant.

Recently, Canon announced a promotion in which customers can get cashback when they buy one of the firm's PIXMA printers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

SMEs May Find HPs Indigo Press Beneficial

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 08:46:26 +0000

Small and medium-sized enterprises in the UK may find Hewlett-Packard's (HP) Indigo WS6000 Digital Press a cost-effective way to help them increase production. According to the firm, Springfield Solutions, a print and packaging company in Hull, has become the first UK business to install two Indigo Digital Presses. It now boasts the largest installed capital base of industrial webstream technology in the UK.

"This is not about counting machines on the shop floor; it's about expanding our ability to provide added-value decoration solutions to our clients," said Albert Dass, chairman of Springfield. "With the growing packaging portfolios of our clients and with print-run lengths continuing their downward trend, the role that digital print can play in providing cost-effective packaging print solutions is exploding exponentially," he said.

Springfield installed its first digital press in 1996, and has led the field in digital printing since then, HP said. The WS6000 can produce up to 90,000 sq m of print a month.

Recently, Quocirca, an industry analyst firm, named HP as a market leader for supplying managed print services in Europe.

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

How To Shut Your Printer Up

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 08:42:25 +0000

Printers can be frustrating at the best of times. You fill your device up with printer ink, then get ready to print out your university work, job application, or pet project.

There's often the usual stuff – paper jamming, ink cartridge problems – but, and especially with older devices, there's sometimes a cacophony of annoying whirring noises and curious clicks. At home, it's just a bit frustrating, but in the workplace, loud printing noise could have a more serious effect, perhaps impacting on worker productivity and contributing to stress levels.

According to Michael King at PC World, though, following a few simple tips can lead to printer heaven.

First – and this is obvious – don't ignore the printer's silent mode. Modern printers may be packed with cool features and gadgets, but this can mean some users ignore them because, well, they just want to print. Most printers nowadays have a silent mode – use it.

Another option, and particularly if you're looking to buy a new printer, is to think about a laser printer, PC World says. They're quieter than inkjets because a laser uses electricity to inject toner onto the paper. An inkjet uses a printer arm, constantly moving back and forth, creating more noise.

Finally, do you need the printer in the same room as you? You've probably not even thought about it. But with the advent of wireless printing, you no longer need to connect your computer, laptop or mobile to a printer via a cable. Simply stick it in another room, or further away – problem solved. Of course, you've still got to collect your documents, but hey – it's good exercise!

According to Lexmark, however, wireless printing is yet to take on, especially among European businesses. A recent poll of 388 home and office workers across eight European countries, including the UK, showed that while seven out of ten staff possess wireless technology, half still use a standard cable to link their devices to printers.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Get 100 Pound Cashback When You Buy A Canon Printer

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 09:29:56 +0000

At Christmas time, printer and ink cartridges may well be on people's most-wanted lists, as preparations for re-starting school and university and going back to work in the new year get underway. However, printers can sometimes make for a pricey purchase.

Presumably that's why Canon is offering people who purchase one of its PIXMA printers £100 in cash. It seems such offers are all the rage these days – Lexmark and Epson also announced similar cashback schemes in recent months.

To benefit from the promotion, simply buy either a Canon PIXMA Pro 9500 or a Canon PIXMA Pro 9500 Mark II printer between now and January 27th next year. When you send your original receipt or proof of purchase, together with a completed claim form, to the address on Canon's website, you'll receive a cheque for £100 in return.

When you've got your Canon printer, why not take a look at Internet-Ink's range of Canon ink and toner cartridges?

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printing Firms Come Together To Catch Conman

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 09:23:03 +0000

A group of printing companies joined forces to prosecute a conman who targeted printing firms in the Sussex area. According to PrintWeek, 60-year-old fraudster David Gale forged deals with taxi firms to produce business cards and other literature, acquiring consumables to do the work from printing firms.

But he didn't pay for the supplies nor did he produce any work for the cab businesses, PrintWeek said. He operated between 2006 and 2010 and made £55,000.

Sussex Police said Gale's conviction – he was sentenced to 20 months in prison – would not have been secured without the help of three printing firms, all of which Gale attempted to scam.

Detective constable Rachel Ling of Hastings CID, who led the investigation, told PrintWeek: "Without the printers it would have been a civil claim. Thanks to them we were able to prove that it was the same story over and over again."

Colourset Litho, ADS Colour, and Harcour Litho were the firms involved.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Lexmark Says Wireless Printing Ignored By European Firms

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 09:10:13 +0000

European firms are ignoring the potentials of wireless printing, Lexmark has said. The firm surveyed 388 home and office workers across eight European countries, including the UK, in September this year.

While most European office workers do have access to wireless technology in the workplace, not enough are getting the best out of it. Some seven out of ten staff have the technology in the home or at the office, but half still use the standard cable to link devices to their printers.

The main reasons for this were cited as lack of knowledge and concerns over flaws in the security of wireless. Some 29 per cent think it is difficult to set up a wireless printer, while 19 per cent voiced concerns about unsecured connections. A small amount - six per cent - said they avoided wireless technology because they didn't want to share their printer with colleagues!

"Companies are missing out on the financial and environmental benefits that wireless printing can bring," said Steve Purdy, general manager at Lexmark UK. "By implementing such technology, many companies are able to financially rationalise the hardware they require by linking additional users to each printer more easily than before," he said.

Recently, Apple launched Airprint, a wireless printing feature for smartphones.

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

December Shopping Madness Offers Takeover

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:15:03 +0000

Here at Internet ink we want to make your Christmas and December shopping easy and enjoyable, without the hussle and bussle of the shops and massive queues.

With December comes plenty of special offers to help your save your pennies, with our ongoing 10% discount for returning customers on our wide range of ink cartridges we have added free gifts to our discounts to help make shopping in December more enjoyable.

With a dedicated page to give you some gift ideas for Christmas including our wide range of pens from brands such as Parker , Waterman and Cross and plenty of other ideas to help you find the right present.

For Toners and ink cartridges we have plenty of offers to keep you occupied including our ongoing FREE prize draw for a Rib charter day out courtesy of Southsea charters with every order you place.

With our dedicated staff on hand to help you with all your ink, toner, pen and accesory needs we want to make this December as easy as possible, check out Internet-ink.co.uk today.

Jeff Bridges

HP Named As Leader In European Managed Print Services

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 09:43:01 +0000

Printer ink maker Hewlett-Packard (HP) has been named a market leader for supplying managed print services (MPS) for businesses in Europe.

Industry analyst firm Quocirca accorded HP the accolade in its Enterprise Managed Print Services European Vendor Landscape 2010 report.

In its analysis of MPS in Europe, Quocirca looked at firms' experience and skills in providing MPS across the continent.

Quocirca praised HP's strategic vision and quality of service, also acknowledging its investment in its own MPS portfolio.

Arnold Marty, HP's vice-president and general manager for MPS in Europe, described the report as an important acknowledgement of HP's continued leadership in this growing sector.

"Today, HP manages the print environment for over 2,700 organisations globally including 1,000 in EMEA, generating savings of between 28 per cent and 48 per cent for these organisations," he said.

Recently, HP posted its fourth quarter financial results, with net revenue standing at $33.3 billion (£21 billion).

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Delicious New Lexmark Printer Launched

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:26:31 +0000

Recently, we reported about a US firm that launched a printer designed to help people make cakes, by printing out a range of decorative motifs, numbers and letters onto frosted glass, dough and sweets.

One company has gone a step further and made a yummy cake in the style of a Lexmark printer.

Recently, freelanceadvisor.co.uk held a competition to give away one of Lexmark's Pinnacle Pro devices.

Feeling sad at letting its printer go, the website's owners immediately hopped onto microblogging site Twitter where a cake firm in Derbyshire offered to make it a replica Pinnacle – albeit made out of flour, eggs, butter and sugar.

Reviewing the tasty new device, the website explained that while its Twitter integration left a lot to be desired, it is certainly very economical – with zero power consumption, no ink cartridges, no scanning function and a horribly low page-per-minute output (zero).

Looks as though it might fare better on the taste test, though!

The company that made the scrumptious creation, The Cake Nest, will be selling slices of the cake for charity on its website.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Customer Feedback November 2010

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:36:39 +0000

November 2010 Feedback

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Living outside of the UK, running my UK based business and trying to purchase items for my business with a VAT receipt is a nightmare even for the most simplest of things.
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I phoned them, as suggested in the email, to place my order. The sales staff where very pleasant, professional and knowledgeable and with 2 mins my order was taken AND within that time I had already received an email confirmation of my order… once again AMAZING.
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Man Utd Sign Epson As New Sponsor

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 08:46:47 +0000

Printer ink maker Epson has signed a global sponsorship deal with footballing powerhouse Manchester United. According to Marketing Week, the deal is thought to be for two years and worth £3 million.

Epson will supply the famous club with technology and consumables products for its Old Trafford complex. The deal was launched at the stadium on Saturday, ahead of Man U's game against Blackburn Rovers.

Epson said the agreement will enable it to raise its brand awareness and profile in Europe. "The partnership with Manchester United aligns Epson with an exciting and globally recognised brand, bringing us closer to our customers worldwide," Epson's president, Minoru Usuim, said.

Manchester United's chief executive, David Gill, said: "Epson is a superb global brand, that sits perfectly alongside our existing partners." Recently, reports suggested that Epson was considering launching a bid to buy the club from its US owners, the Glazer family.

Posted by Jason Nicholls

Internet Ink Rib Charter Give Away Week 4 Winner

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 15:00:27 +0000

Congratulations to our Fourth weekly winner of our FREE rib charter giveaway:

Mr Paul Foskett of Reading

Mr Foskett has just won a whole rib boat charter day for him and 10 friends and family worth over £495.00 and a additional pub lunch for all on the trip.

For your chance to win just place an order with Internet-Ink and each week a customer will be drawn at random to receive a rib charter day gift voucher for 11 people.

Don't miss out on your chance to win this massive competition thanks to SouthSea Charters, tell your friends and families remember all you have to do is make an order online and your name will be entered into the draw for this week. Don't delay enter today!!!!!!!

week 1 winner: Mr R Sellers , Clitheroe, Lancs
week 2 winner: Mr John Richardson of Elstead, Surrey
week 3 winner: Mr Russel Kirby, Hove

Be Aware Of Cyber Scams When Shopping This Christmas

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 09:25:55 +0000

People looking to buy printer ink cartridges and toners this Christmas have been issued with some advice about how to avoid cyber crime.

This Christmas online shopping is set to go mad. Retailers are gearing up for so-called Manic Monday – online shoppers are expected to spend £22.4 million every hour next Monday, November 29th. But while it'd be easy to get lost in the giddy excitement of Christmas, it's important to be aware of the risk of online shopping scams.

According to If It Prints, I'll Let You Know, a printer and ink cartridges blog, the risk of falling victim to online crime increase during periods like Christmas because cyber criminals "take advantage of innocent shoppers trying to get the best gifts they could buy for their loved ones".

So what should you look out for?

Firstly, the blog says, beware of dubious gift card giveaways. You'll occasionally see, sometimes on Facebook, offers of stacks of cash simply for completing surveys or giving personal information. Don't be fooled: It's identity theft.

Fancy a free iPad? Sounds great doesn't it. Again, this is probably a ploy, the blog says. Finally, if you plan on shopping for ink cartridges over a Wi-Fi connection, ensure you shop safely.

The blog explains that internet security firm McAfee says cyber criminals often look to target Wi-Fi networks on public systems. So it'd be wise to avoid shopping online in a library, say, which is likely to use public network connections.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

The Printer That Helps You Bake A Cake

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 09:20:45 +0000

What's the first thing you think about when getting ready to make a cake? Flour, perhaps? A cake tin? Yes, all likely contenders. But how about a printer?

Think about it: Wouldn't it be great to have a nifty device to help you add the finishing decorative touches to your creation? It's clearly something the designers at US cuttings machine firm Cricut had in mind when they designed their Cricut Cake Printer.

Instead of printing out ordinary documents, this nifty device can produce an array of cake decorations. According to tech website gixmag.com, the printer can cut shapes, words and motifs into frosted paper, dough, chocolate and even sweets.

Users simply select the letters and shapes they'd like to produce, press cut, and peel off the shapes for decoration. Hey presto. It comes in a cool red boutique style, and would look really funky in the kitchen! The website predicts the printer might help to inspire a "new wave" of cake competitions and children's parties.

Printers are increasingly being used in a variety of interesting projects. Recently, a 3D printer was used to make a vase, and an Epson one has printed vinyl sheeting to wrap around a Bugatti Veyron.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 11:13:04 +0000

Epson has a wide range of products that are stocked at internet-ink.co.uk. With products and feeds updated we ensure the customer get the best deal possible on both epson ink and epson toner cartridges.

From ranges such as the popular T0711 ink cartridges to the newer inks including the T1281 , T1291 and T1301 ink cartridges. With all the vast amount of cartridges it no wonder the inks got associated with various animal names to distinguish one Epson ink from another, with names like penguin inks, duck inks and owl inks and many more available.

Epson also has a continued amount of toners for the consumers who tend to print larger amounts whether it be a individual to small or large business. Epson toners aren't as adeptly named as the animal inks yet they are distinguishable from the ranges available including the aculaser and EPL toners, with a wide range stocked in a full epson toner list, shop with Epson at internet-ink today. With updated printers and inks daily.

HP Announces Fourth Quarter Results

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:27:18 +0000

Maker of printer ink Hewlett-Packard (HP) has posted financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter. The firm said net revenue stands at $33.3 billion (£21 billion), up eight per cent on the same period last year, including what it called a "slightly negative" currency impact of around one percentage point.

"HP proved once again that it is able to execute given its market strengths and technology leadership," said Leo Apotheker, HP president and chief executive officer. Recently, HP said it will offer more than eight million dollars worth of its products to the 2010 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP16).

Running in Cancun, Mexico, from November 29th to December 10th, the event will be supplied with notebooks, desktop PCs, printers, consumables, and data centre and networking tools to improve delegate experience.

The firm said the Mexican government had selected it to provide the range of devices because of its commitment to environmental projects.

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

Inkjet Printers Make Great Christmas Gifts

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:22:52 +0000

Buying an inkjet printer for the holiday season may have never been a better idea. According to Steve Makris, writing for the Edmonton Journal, the days of expensive printers are long gone: Today's inkjet printer can be affordable and offer a wide range of advanced features.

The writer has recommended Hewlett-Packard (HP), Epson, Kodak and Lexmark as offering a versatile and interesting range of devices.

Although a little more expensive than most printers, HP's US only Photosmart e-Station C510 is "unlike any other printer", the writer states. Its combination of wi-fi technology, web browsing capability, ePrint functions and powerful touch remote signals this printer as one of the most sophisticated of the current crop.

But excellent printers can also be purchased at affordable prices nowadays. Epson's Stylus NX625 is singled out by Mr Makris for its "affordable quality", this all-in-one is wi-fi accessible, has a 150 sheet paper tray, and offers smudge-free printing.

For the home and office, you may also want to consider Lexmark's Prestige, Platinum and Pinnacle portfolio, Mr Makris said.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Apple Debuts Wireless Printing Tool

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:05:40 +0000

Wireless printing is set to become the norm for printer ink customers who have iPhones and iPads. Technology company Apple has released the new Airprint wireless printing feature, which allows any device using the IOS 4.2 update to connect directly to HP's Eprinter range.

Airprint will allow printer cartridge customers to forgo downloading their images to a Mac or PC before creating hard copies. To gain access to the new technology, iPhone, iPad and iTouch customers just need to upgrade their ultra-mobile devices' existing software.

Apple is the first company to use HP's Eprint technology, which was debuted in June of this year on its new Palm WebOS. The Airprint feature doesn't even require mobile users to install the latest printer drivers on their system, the HP Eprint devices will do all the leg work.

Meanwhile, the Bolle BP-10 has just been unveiled. It is the first printer to incorporate an iPhone docking station.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

How To Stop Your Ink Cartridges Drying Up

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:22:57 +0000

Ink cartridges can clog or dry up if simply left in the printer for a long time. Ever wondered how to store your ink cartridges for future use?

All compatible ink cartridges from Internet-ink.co.uk come fitted in a transport clip, you should keep this clip in a safe place. When you need to store your ink cartridges just take them out of the printer and place them back in the transport clip.

Most Internet-ink compatible colour cartridges are supplied in a clear Bowajet transport clip which has a grey soft rubber pad in the base of the clip this will seal the print head. Our black compatible cartridges normally have a green clip with a black pad in the base.

When you need to reuse the cartridge remove them from the transport clip wipe the print head with a peace of kitchen roll and check the print head.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen

Claim Up To �2000 Cashback On Lexmark Colour Laser Printers

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:06:43 +0000

Customers who purchase a Lexmark colour laser printer can earn up to £2,000 cashback when they take part in a new promotion. All customers need to do is purchase one of the Lexmark laser printers incorporated in the offer, login to the firm's website, claim, and get cashback.

In total, eleven printers are included in the promotion, with cashback ranging from £125 when people buy the C544n to £2000 when the C935dttn is purchased. The offer is available from October 1st to December 31st 2010.

Epson is offering a similar deal. Buy its AcuLaser C1600 between now and March 31st 2011 and receive £50 cashback when you redeem online. With a current retail price of around £130 (exclusive of VAT), the deal offers a "significant saving for buyers," Epson said.

After you've bought one of the printers, why not look at Internet-ink's range of laser toner cartridges?

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

3D Printer Used To Produce Vase

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 08:58:57 +0000

The possibilities of 3D printing have been further highlighted this week after a 3D printer was used to make parts of a vase. According to PCWorld.com, Shapeways, an innovative US gifts firm, used a custom 3D printer to create the vase's intricate floral trimmings.

However, the process isn't always easy. The website quoted the firm's Glen G, who wrote on the company's blog: "The glass becomes like soft toffee during firing and without support it will move in unexpected (usually disastrous) ways. These are things we know for fact."

Reporting on the story, Wired said 3D printing is increasingly becoming the preferred option for many firms thanks to it removing the need for tooling and environmental focus. The tech site quoted Jim Kor, president of Kor Ecologic, who co-managed the Urbee project, as saying: "Urbee was designed with environmentally-sustainable principles dictating every step of its design.

Earlier this month, a 3D printer was used to create the prototype of a road car, nicknamed Urbee.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Used To Create Jungle Awesomeness

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 08:57:54 +0000

School pupils in the US have used printer ink to create a range of interesting jungle-themed artworks. Youngsters at Bell Elementary in North Dakota used blocks of red, orange and blue printer ink, coupled with printing tools like rollers and a baren (which is used to distribute ink evenly), Minot Daily News reports.

The children were given free rein to indulge their imaginations and create whatever they wished. Two-headed snakes, monkeys, sloths and parrots were among the results. Taube Museum of Art's executive director Nancy Walter and education coordinator Margaret Lee oversaw the project, which was funded by the North Dakota Humanities Council and co-sponsored by the Minot Area Council of the Arts.

Ms Lee showed the children a print of Henri Rousseau's painting Exotic Landscape to spark their creativity. Earlier this year, Peter Manoogian, writing for wickedlocal.com, suggested that pupils with a functioning printer and extra ink cartridges were likely to do well in their studies.

Posted by Jason Nicholls.

Small Printing Firms Benefit From Revised Government Legislation

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 08:52:15 +0000

Some small to medium-sized printing firms will no longer have to accede to employee demands for time off work to take part in training.

According to PrintWeek, the government has revised the 'Time to Train' legislation, introduced at the tail-end of the previous Labour administration, so that firms with less than 49 workers will not have to adopt it. Under the policy, employees are able to demand time off for training relevant to their work. Previously, the policy was set to apply to all firms from April 6th next year, regardless of workforce size.

Small printing firms voiced their concerns about the proposals, pointing out that businesses with, for example, five staff, would not be able to handle Time to Train in the same way a 250-strong firm would. The news provider reported that Mark Prisk, the business minister, said the revised changes would save the economy about £270 million a year.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

How Can You Be Sure When Your Printer Says Ink Low

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 09:20:39 +0000

Your printer might tell you that the ink cartridge inside it is running low and needs replacing – but is that really the case? This is the problem one contributor to popular question portal Yahoo! Answers finds himself in.

"How do you know how much ink is REALLY left in the ink cartridge?" a frustrated Lee asks the online tech community. The problem is exacerbated, he adds, because printer ink cartridges are no longer transparent: Their black colour and lack of lid means it's difficult to tell. He's concerned that continued use of the cartridges will ruin his printer.

Shaking the cartridge sheds no further light – what to do?

According to William, the lack of a sloshing sound means the ink may have been absorbed by the cartridge's sponge. A good way to work out if it's empty, he writes, is to compare the weight with a full ink cartridge, or to inspect the quality of the printed documents.

However, Denver Al is more concrete: "You really can't tell," he says.

Just buy a new cartridge, Lee!

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen

Epson Stylus BX625FWD Economical on Ink

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 09:07:57 +0000

The Epson Stylus BX625FWD printer features useful wi-fi connectivity and makes economical use of ink cartridges, it has been stated. The business printer has been reviewed by siliconrebublic.com.

The website praised the device's functionality, too, especially for business use, measuring 446 x 360 x 221mm. Alongside printing, faxing and scanning capabilities, the printer's wi-fi connectivity is particularly useful for work in the office.

While its ink cartridges are a "little expensive to operate", it made good use of ink and was economical. "It may be a while before you need to change the cartridges," the website said. When tested, the BX625 FWD had a page per minute (PPM) speed of around 14, differing from Epson's claim of 38 PPM. However, this was still judged "pretty speedy".

"The Epson Stylus BX625FWD is a pretty impressive device for its price. With its fast printing speeds and the fact it's relatively easy to use, its minor downfalls won't ruin this all-in-one printer for you," the website said.

Epson recently announced a promotion whereby customers who purchase its AcuLaser C1600 before March 31st next year will receive £50 cashback.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Internet Ink Rib Charter Give Away Week 3 Winner

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 12:10:32 +0000

Congratulations to our Third weekly winner of our FREE rib charter giveaway:

Mr Russell Kirby of Hove

Mr Kirby has just won a whole rib boat charter day for him and 10 friends and family worth over £495.00 and a additional pub lunch for all on the trip.

For your chance to win just place an order with Internet-Ink and each week a customer will be drawn at random to receive a rib charter day gift voucher for 11 people.

Don't miss out on your chance to win this massive competition thanks to SouthSea Charters, tell your friends and families remember all you have to do is make an order online and your name will be entered into the draw for this week. Don't delay enter today!!!!!!!

week 1 winner: Mr R Sellers , Clitheroe, Lancs
week 2 winner: Mr John Richardson of Elstead, Surrey

HP Envy 100 Review

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 09:48:22 +0000

The HP Envy 100 printer has been praised for its innovative aspects.

Released as part of HP's ePrint-enabled portfolio, the device features a wireless connection that allows users to supposedly print on the go and remotely from a smart device (like an iPad). It is possible to send print jobs to printers using unique email addresses, cnet.com reports.

In its review of the Envy 100, the new technology is heralded as the best thing about it. Wireless printing via email is praised, while the ePrintCentre means users can download apps to improve functionality. Also, its covered cartridge bay means the printing process is quiet.

However, the website also says the device suffers from a slow print speed, can be hard to set up, and produces lower quality photos due to the dual printer ink cartridge bay. "We wouldn't buy this printer for its image quality, but the convenience of ePrint and the potential of the ePrintCentre app store earn the HP Envy 100 our recommendation," the website said.

On the release of the ePrint-enabled printers, HP manager for Malaysia, Bernard Chiang, said of the products: "If you can e-mail it, you can now print it.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Store Ink Cartridge Serial Numbers In Your Phone

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 08:55:58 +0000

People who regularly buy a range of different printer ink cartridges, perhaps for business use, may want to consider utilising their mobile phone to help them. It can be difficult to manage the upkeep of a large range of consumables, lifehacker.com explains, so why not stick the model numbers in your phone?

The website has reported on an Unplggd blog piece that recommends storing product and part numbers on phones so they can be easily accessed when ordering ink consumables. Instead of looking at the back of an ink cartridge every time you want to re-order it, or relying on a scruffy piece of paper with the information written on, simply look the details up on your phone – simple!

"The next time an unexpected sale comes up - or you're just not around to look up a model number - you'll be prepared," the website said.

Recently, online shoppers were urged to be aware of the importance of their personal details in light of criminals duping people into buying anti-virus software that is actually malware.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP to Provide Devices for UN Climate Change Conference

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 08:47:16 +0000

Printer ink maker Hewlett-Packard (HP) will provide over $8 million (£4.9 million) worth of technology products for the 2010 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP16), the company has announced.

HP said the Mexican government, which will host COP16, selected it because of its commitment to environmental efforts. COP16 runs from November 29th to December 10th and will be held in Cancun.

The agreement will see HP supplying notebooks, desktop PCs, printers, consumables, and data centre and networking tools. These devices will be used to stream video content regardless of where delegates are.

HP forecasts that because car and air travel will be avoided due to the use of its visual collaboration products, a reduction of 226 metric tonnes of Co2 for every product, each year, can be realised.

"HP's innovative low-carbon solutions are a key factor in helping us to minimise the carbon footprint of COP16. These technologies will enable participation from stakeholders around the globe and optimize the use of public resources," Julio Camarena, undersecretary for management of the ministry of foreign affairs of Mexico, said.

Recently, the firm signed an agreement with the UK government to help deliver energy and cost savings through its public sector contracts.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Ink Cartridge Sales

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 10:00:29 +0000

Ink cartridge sales have now been proven to be seasonal. Figures on UK searches for the term "ink cartridges" have been released by Google who has the largest share of the UK search market. The results are easy to view via the graph below that shows the winter months are the busiest in this area of the UK economy. As expected a large drop is seen at Christmas as minds are focused on other things, but with a sharp increase in January during the cold and short days.

Unusual uses for Sharpie pens

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 09:46:21 +0000

Sharpie pens have many uses, including some rather usual ones, it has been claimed.

A recent article from the Canadian Press highlighted that Sharpie pens have proved popular for years, with at least half a billion products being sold across the globe last year.

And it seems not all of these were used for drawing or writing.

According to the news provider, one mum used the pens to mark the feet of her newborn twins so she could tell them apart.
It also cited the example of one teen who used coloured pens to decorate her plain white prom dress, while several people have jazzed up their cars using the pens.

The news provider suggested that people could take inspiration from this and use their Sharpies to transform old, plain household items.

"Reclaim an old lazy Susan with a base coat from a paint Sharpie and a design with finer points, followed by a light spritz of sealer for protection. Or buy an inexpensive white lampshade and create a design," it stated.

Sharpie first started selling ink and glue back in 1857 and the famous marker was launched in 1964.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

See a whole range of Sharpie ink and pens here.

Parker Sponsors Natural History Museum

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 09:15:16 +0000

Famous pen maker Parker will sponsor the Natural History Museum's ice rink as part of a new marketing campaign, it has been reported. According to thedrum.co.uk, Parker's campaign will invite people to submit a personal message of no more than 50 characters beginning with the words "What if...".

The winner will receive a trip to New York where their message will be projected onto the side of the Museum of Arts and Design, and, of course, they'll win a Parker fountain pen, too. Parker will sponsor the ice rink at the Natural History Museum until January 9th, the news provider said. It will also launch national competitions in the press for people to win tickets to attend skating events.

"As with any retail brand, Christmas is an extremely important period for us. We want to make sure we stand out from the crowd this year which is why we are adopting an approach which covers off a number of disciplines," Deborah Hunt, marketing manager for Parker, was quoted by the news provider as saying.

The firm was founded in 1888.

Posted By Canzil Ahmed.

How an All-in-one Printer Can Transform Your Christmas Parties

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 09:09:34 +0000

It might sound a little unlikely, but a printer could be the device that adds the X factor to your parties over the festive season. According to printer ink maker Epson, its US-only Artisan all-in-one printer can be used for the very thing.

The firm notes how busy and time-consuming this time of year can be, whether it's gift shopping in packed shopping centres or travelling long distances to see family members. Couple that with throwing a party and the stress levels can be seriously raised. So how could a printer help you organise a party?

Epson suggests printing out calendar sheets and helpful checklists so you can list everything you'll need for the event – think of sending out the invitations, buying gifts and ordering food. You could also personalise your party by creating name cards to set down at the table, printing gift labels with photos to attach to presents, or producing gift wrap with your friends' faces printed on!

"Nothing brings a smile to the face of a family member or friend [better] than literally including their faces in your holiday decorations," said Julie Ernest, product manager, Epson America. "From decorating trees with photo ornaments to real-time prints of your guests under the mistletoe, nothing captures the moment like a photo in hand," she added.

People looking to purchase an Epson printer in the UK may be interested in the AcuLaser C1600 laser printer. Buy this before March 31st 2011 and you can receive £50 cashback.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Vegetable-based Inks at Forefront of Green Innovation

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:41:56 +0000

One firm is leading innovative methods in working toward a better environment – by using vegetable-based printer ink. Seacoastonline.com reports how Ram Printing, based in East Hampstead, New Hampshire, US, has been at the forefront of such innovation since the early 1980s.

Because the company uses vegetable-based inks, the need to use traditional inks, which often contain toxins that can damage the environment, is bypassed. Ram says that using such ink does not affect print quality.

"We've tried to be a leader in the industry ... not just in terms of our environmental practices, which have always been there, but in showing people that those steps don't have to compromise the product," John Sobczak, sales representative for the company, told the news provider. "We're really trying to show that the green options are also affordable," he added.

According to ecographic.co.uk, vegetable-based inks emit lower rates (two to four per cent) of volatile organic compounds than petroleum inks (25 to 40 per cent).

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Do Printer Ink Cartridge Numbers Really Matter

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:23:28 +0000

Printer ink cartridges are usually numbered according to their suitability for certain printers. But printer ink cartridges look so similar it's often hard to tell the difference – can they, then, be used interchangeably?

This is the question bothering one contributor to Comners.com. The user has two Hewlett-Packard printers, taking printer ink cartridge numbers HP92 and HP56 respectively. However, the person states, "the cartridges look identical to me".

"Can I use the same cartridge number for both HP printers? Will it even work?" Well, response from the online community was swift. "The HP92 and the HP56, if you look closely, are actually made differently," Elly explains. Chris notes that changing them will not work, as the number is integral to the functioning of the printer.

"Some printer cartridges have chips in them to tell the printer how much is left and so on. If these chips are not the same, to what the printer is expecting, it will either not function or won't work correctly." So, printer users: Do not swap cartridges!

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Stay Protected While Buying Printer Ink Online

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:17:38 +0000

People who purchase printer ink cartridges and toners online have been urged to consider the importance of their personal details. Recently, Get Safe Online warned that criminals are exploiting security-conscious internet users by tricking them into downloading – and paying for – anti-virus protection that in fact turns out to be destructive malware.

It is sometimes orchestrated by cold-calling, and often websites are duped into advertising the software. According to MWR InfoSecurity, consumers should educate themselves as to the methods used by criminals to access their personal information.

"I think it is really about educating people that their personal identity and their credit card information has real value. Therefore, it is sought by people. It is about getting over that first hurdle of people understanding that there is an issue here," Martyn Ruks, a technical director at the firm, said.

He added that, given the increasingly sophisticated nature of methods adopted by cyber criminals, people need access to tools, which are easy to use, to combat attacks. "It is about the entire industry making sure that there are solutions in place to help protect people

Internet Ink uses McAfee security, with the McAfee SECURE trustmark only appearing when the website has passed an intensive, daily security scan. McAfee tests daily for possible personal information access, links to dangerous sites, phishing, and other online dangers. Our checkout is secured with advanced 256-bit Secure Sockets Layer encryption.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Epson Offers Cashback Promotion on Laser Printer

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 08:57:30 +0000

Printer ink maker Epson is offering customers cashback when they buy one of its laser printers. Purchasers of the firm's AcuLaser C1600 device will receive £50, it announced in a statement.

To benefit from the promotion, customers need to register online at the epson website. Once registered, they will receive the money via bank transfer. The company said the offer is part of its "ongoing commitment" to offer its customers continued value. With a current retail price of about £130 (excluding VAT), the promotion represents a "significant saving for buyers".

Customers have until March 31st 2011 to take up the offer, and customers who purchase the C1600 on or before that date can redeem until April 30th. The laser printer can handle a duty cycle of up to 25,000 pages per month and has a print speed of up to 19 mono pages and five colour pages every minute.

Recently, one of Epson's Stylus Pro GS6000 printers was used to produce a vinyl covering for a Bugatti Veyron.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

HP Q6000A Toner Cartridge Series In Stock Now

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 09:19:51 +0000

The HP Q6000A toner cartridge series are available at internet-ink.co.uk. The HP Q6000a toner cartridges contain the Q6000A , Q6001A , Q6002A and Q6003A. With a variety of toners to choose from the Q6000 series includes both original and compatible toner cartridges, both providing quality prints up to approximate page yields of 2500 pages at 5% coverage.

With these High quality toners available more savings can be made with the bundle pack in both original and compatible Q6000 sets containing all 4 toners. At Internet-ink we are continuously updating our products and aspiring to improve service and quality and with plenty of inks toners and pens available the customer is spoiled for choice.

Can't find your printer on internet-ink.co.uk contact us and we will endeavour to see if we can find your printer and correct cartridges for you, we will find your ink to ink. Don't forget our 10% discount available on our inks to returning customers. All we think about is ink ink ink .

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Xerox employees rewarded for environmental solutions

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 09:13:46 +0000

The smallest package possible for ColorQube solid ink, reconstruction of dots per inch (DPI) kits, and reduction of greenhouse gases were just some of the innovations Xerox employees came up with when asked to submit green ideas.

This year's Earth Awards welcomed employee-driven environmental innovations that it said saved Xerox $10.2 million (£6.3 million) in 2010 alone. Ideas from Xerox facilities all around the world were received, including the UK, Ireland, Canada, France and the US.

Some 30 nominations were judged on innovation, practical results, duration of the project and the direct benefits to Xerox, with 13 winners finally being chosen. These include the creation of the smallest package possible for ColorQube solid ink, made by a team in Wilsonville, Oregon. The packaging is made from 100 per cent post-consumer recycled material.

Another team in Dundalk, Ireland, reconstructed Xerox DPI kits, rather than buying new ones. These control the rate that ink is released onto paper (dots per inch). The idea eliminated 32,000kg of material that would have otherwise been sent to landfill, and saved over $132,000.

"For 17 years, our Earth Awards programme has showcased how employees improve the business – and benefit the world – by eliminating waste," said Patty Calkins, Xerox vice president, environment, health, safety and sustainability. "Xerox employees have a strong sense of pride attached to our legacy of being environmentally conscious," she added.

Recently, the firm unveiled a simplified toner cartridge and supplies scheme, similar to the European Eco Box programme.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Internet Ink Rib Charter Give Away Week 2 Winner

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 11:36:21 +0000

Congratulations to our Second weekly winner of our FREE rib charter giveaway:

Mr John Richardson of Elstead, Surrey

Mr Richardson has just won a whole rib boat charter day for him and 10 friends and family worth over £495.00 and a additional pub lunch for all on the trip.

For your chance to win just place an order with Internet-Ink and each week a customer will be drawn at random to receive a rib charter day gift voucher for 11 people.

Don't miss out on your chance to win this massive competition thanks to SouthSea Charters, tell your friends and families remember all you have to do is make an order online and your name will be entered into the draw. Don't delay enter today!!!!!!!

week 1 winner: Mr R Sellers , Clitheroe, Lancs

Large Format Printing Tips

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 10:15:21 +0000

If you're interested in printing large format photos, perhaps of your family at Christmas time, you will be pleased to know it is no longer something that should only be undertaken by a professional.

According to printer ink maker Epson, more and more people are now able to print large format documents, thanks to a range of devices available. The firm has also offered a few tips to those new to large format photo printing.

First, consider the digital image size. Your file needs to match what will be your final print size, with at least 180 pixels per inch. In terms of colour, look at your printer's production tools for enhancement – many printers will have advanced colour modes that will make your photos stand out.

Also, factor in framing and matting of the print. If, for example, you want to get a family photo professionally framed, you'll need to set the print down for at least a day. This will allow it to cure, ensuring maximum durability.

Also, print with at least a half-inch margin around the edge of the photo – this will give the person framing it more space to work with. You should also thinking about providing two prints, just in case!

"Giving one of your photos in the form of a large format print with stunning image quality that will last for decades is as unique and personal a gift as there is," said Richard Day, product manager, Epson America.

The firm is currently hosting its Red Sea competition, which invites photographers to submit images of marine life.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Malta Seizes Thousands of Fake Ink and Toner Cartridges

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 10:10:57 +0000

Customs officials on the archipelago of Malta have seized thousands of counterfeit printer ink and toner cartridges over the last few weeks.

Maltese news services report that four containers housing 971 boxes of 14,200 fake ink and toner cartridges, purporting to be brands like Hewlett Packard (HP), Canon and Lexmark, have been held by customs over the past four weeks.

Figures said the counterfeit goods, hidden behind unmarked boxes, had been distributed from the Far East and were bound for Africa. Since the start of the year, Malta has intercepted 44 containers containing over two million fake products.

According to HP, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development estimates the annual value of international trade in all counterfeit goods at $200 billion (£124 billion).

The World Customs Organisation and the International Chamber of Commerce think the counterfeit trade takes 500 billion euros every year from the global economy, with around 200,000 being lost in Europe alone due to the production of fake goods.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

HP 364 and HP364 XL Cartridges for HP Photosmart Printers

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 12:33:19 +0000

HP 364 Photosmart Ink Cartridges print crisp, high quality documents, using HP Photosmart pigmented inks. The HP Ink is quick drying, and perfect for any printing task from archive documents to photos.

Internet-ink stock the entire HP364 printer cartridge range, including the high-capacity HP 364XL ink cartridges. We also sell our new HP ink rainbow bundle packs which you can find below:

HP 364 Original Standard Capacity 4 Ink Pack
HP 364 Original Standard Capacity 5 Ink Pack (with photo black)
HP 364 XL Original High Capacity 4 Ink Pack
HP 364 XL Original High Capacity 5 Ink Pack (with photo black)

Make sure you check your HP printer before ordering these packs as some HP Photosmart printers can only take 4 ink cartridges (black, cyan, magenta, and yellow) while others are able to take a 5th (photo black). Please only order the rainbow 5 packs if your printer can take a photo black! The HP 364 printer ink cartridges are compatible with a massive range of popular HP Photosmart inkjet printers, including the HP Photosmart B series and HP Photosmart C Series, as well as the brand new HP Wireless printer.

Samsung Unveils World's Smallest Laser Printer

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 10:02:49 +0000

Printer ink maker Samsung Electronics has launched the world's smallest laser printer for the Indian market, it has been reported. The Samsung SCX-3201 offers high quality print quality and incorporates a range of printing functions, Indiamag.in reports.

It is a multifunction device, allowing customers to print, copy and scan. Mobile working is also easier thanks to its handy size.

"The Samsung Laser Printer business is in its hi-growth phase. The launch of SCX 3201 is a great example of our continuous endeavour to launch innovative products with superior performance features," Ranjit Yadav, director of mobile and IT at Samsung, said. He added that the firm expected to record a 60 per cent increase in printer volumes this year.

Other features, the news provider said, include Print Screen and Eco Print tools, enabling users to print quickly and save paper and toner by printing double-sided documents. The Samsung 3201's Soft Power function allows customers to switch the device to low-power consumption at any time.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Launches ePrint-enabled Printers

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 08:58:31 +0000

Printer ink maker Hewlett Packard (HP) has launched a range of ePrint-enabled printers for the Malaysian market. Its new portfolio is made up of Officejet, Laserjet and Designjet devices, all created specifically for business use, the Sun Daily reports.

Using ePrint technology, users can print documents from any mobile device, making remote working smoother and easier. Firms can send documents of any type to any ePrint-enabled printer that has an internet connection.

The technology can be used from devices like smartphones, laptops and iPads, the news provider said. "If you can e-mail it, you can now print it," HP Malaysia general manager Bernard Chiang was quoted as saying. "This opens up a new world of possibilities for businesses, and what's more, we are breaking the barriers for business acceleration with innovations that are truly an industry first."

Last month, HP announced it had signed an agreement with the UK government to deliver cost-effective products for its public sector customers.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Lexmark Launches Refreshed Channel Portal to UK Resellers

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 09:17:59 +0000

Lexmark has launched an improved version of its Channel Value Program (CVP) for UK partners and dealers. The refreshed version creates a two-tier programme for partners and a web portal for dealers.

CVP will incentivise sales by offering a progression-based programme. Dependent on sales activity, partners are accorded one of two levels of partnership: Premium or Expert. Premium Partners will get support from Lexmark's telesales team, have access to loyalty rewards, benefit from exclusive promotions and be eligible for the Special Bid Program.

Expert Partners will have the highest level of interaction. Along with access to all the Premium benefits, they will have account managers, a bonus plan, access to Lexmark's Solution Centre, and the chance to become certified Lexmark partners.

Dealers can register on the PartnerNet portal, which will give them access to product and promotions information and ability to print off marketing resources, like images, product descriptions and logos. "We launched the CVP in 2008 and have seen partners progress rapidly, gaining extra value-add in the reward schemes we have traditionally offered," said Steve Purdy, country general manager at Lexmark UK.

This month, Lexmark also announced it will merge its two printing divisions, to create Imaging Solutions and Services.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Xerox Launches Toner Cartridges Recycling Programme

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 09:15:16 +0000

Xerox has teamed up with an imaging supplies firm to offer its US customers a simplified toner cartridge and supplies scheme similar to the European Eco Box programme. Close the Loop will collect toner cartridges and other consumables from customers, managing the recycling on behalf of Xerox with its patented separation process.

Customers prepare their items for recycling by placing them in a collection box. When it is full, they can print a distribution label, free of charge, and send it off to Close the Loop. The scheme is part of Xerox's Green World alliance programme, launched over ten years ago.

"During the past 12 years, our collaboration with customers has kept more than 143 million pounds of cartridges, bottles, and waste toner out of landfills," said Patricia Calkins, vice president of sustainability, environment, health and safety. "As we continue to make it easier for customers to participate in our remanufacturing, reuse and recycling efforts, we get closer and closer to our ultimate goal of zero waste," she added.

The firm recently released two new solid ink printers, the ColorQube 8570 and the ColorQube 8870.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Lexmark Merges Printing Divisions

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:35:56 +0000

Printer ink maker Lexmark has announced it will combine its two printing divisions. Its Printing Solutions and Services Division (PS&SD) and Imaging Solutions Division (ISD), will be named Imaging Solutions and Services (ISS), the firm said in a statement.

Lexmark is merging its printing arms as it expands its inkjet technology upstream, targeting "higher usage" sectors of the output marketplace, whether they be offices and large enterprises. Marty Canning, who formerly oversaw PS&SD, will head the new entity as Lexmark executive vice president and president of ISS.

"Lexmark's strategy of shifting our inkjet technology upstream to high usage business customers now offers us the opportunity to simplify and unify our processes across our research and development, marketing and sales teams into a single organisation, Imaging Solutions and Services," said Paul Rooke, Lexmark president and chief executive officer.

Last month (October 26th), Lexmark announced third-quarter revenue of $1.020 billion (£632 million), up from $958 billion in the same period last year.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer Ink Maker Epson's Red Sea Competition Underway

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:32:29 +0000

Printer ink maker Epson's marine photography and film competition is underway in Israel. Epson Red Sea, which began yesterday (Monday November 8th), is held in the resort of Eilat and is the largest competition of its type in the world.

Now in its sixth year, the contest attracts renowned filmmakers and photographers of marine life from all over the world to compete for the $80,000 (£49,600) prize. This year, senior figures from the fashion industry will join the event David Pilsof, producer of the event, said: "The Epson Red Sea event is becoming increasingly high profile and the calibre of marine and fashion photography entrants is incredible."

"This competition challenges some of the world's best photographers to capture the stunning colour, detail and atmosphere of the Red Sea's marine life – a task that can be best achieved by those aware of and considerate towards their environment," said Oren Fleisher of Epson Israel.

Earlier this month, one of Epson's stylus printers, the GS6000, was used to produce a vinyl wrap for the Bugatti Veyron, the fastest car in the world.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Office Managers Happy to Muck In and Change Printer Toner Cartridges

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:28:15 +0000

Managers are now more willing to help undertake tasks like changing the office printer ink cartridge or stocking up a printer with more paper. According to recent research undertaken by Lexmark, almost two-thirds (63 per cent) of European office managers are performing more menial tasks to try to help their companies.

In a survey of 514 staff in management positions across Europe, the most common chores bosses are now doing include filling the printer or photocopier up with paper (24 per cent), answering the phone (24 per cent), and making tea and coffee (17 per cent).

Some 12 per cent are commonly changing printer toner (12 per cent) and placing the stationery order (7 per cent). The main reason suggested for this was that given staff reductions there were simpler fewer people to cover all the necessary tasks (37 per cent).

"In the current economic climate, there seems to be a real sense of staff working together to help their organisations through these difficult times," said Steve Purdy, country general manager, Lexmark UK. "Senior managers are increasingly getting involved in more of the day-to-day administration within their offices, but few resent this. Many see it as a necessity to support their business in a bid to better control costs," he added.

Last month (October 26th), Lexmark announced the transition of its chief executive officer; Paul Rooke will replace Paul J. Curlander.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson Stylus Printer Used to Cover Bugatti Veyron

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 09:30:34 +0000

One of Epson's stylus printers has been used to produce a vinyl wrap for the Bugatti Veyron, the fastest and most expensive car in the world. Epson worked with consumables firm Avery and modifications company SkinzWraps to produce the wrapping for the Veyron from one of its Stylus Pro GS6000 printers.

It took seven days to design, print and apply the vinyl cover to the supercar, which will be on display at the Speciality Equipment Market Association (SEMA) 2010 event in Las Vegas. "Epson is extremely excited to work with Avery and SkinzWraps to unveil what's surely the most prestigious and high-priced automobile ever to be wrapped," said Reed Hecht, product manager, Epson America.

The Bugatti Veyron has a top speed of 253 mph, which it can maintain for 12 minutes before all its fuel is consumed. Last month, a 3D printer was used to produce the outer bodywork of a prototype road car, nicknamed Urbee.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Internet Ink Rib Charter Give Away Week 1 Winner

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 12:54:06 +0000

Congratulations to our first weekly winner of our FREE rib charter giveaway:

Mr Robert Sellers of Clitheroe,Lancashire

Mr Roberts has just won a whole rib boat charter day for him and 10 friends and family worth over £495.00 and a additional pub lunch for all on the trip.

For your chance to win just place an order with Internet-Ink and each week a customer will be drawn at random to receive a rib charter day gift voucher for 11 people.

Don't miss out on your chance to win this massive competition thanks to SouthSea Charters, tell your friends and families remember all you have to do is make an order online and your name will be entered into the draw. Don't delay enter today!!!!!!!

Epson Launches New Projector Range

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 08:44:57 +0000

Printer ink maker Epson has launched a range of lightweight projectors for the mobile presenter market.

Weighing 1.7kg with a height of 44m, the Epson EB-1750, EB-1760W, EB-1770W and EB-1775W devices are smaller than the standard laptop and are designed to be easily carried around in a laptop bag. Additionally, an accessible set-up function means the projectors are easy to use in a variety of different locations.

The devices use Epson's 3LCD technology, giving them up to 3,000 lumens of brightness. Even in full daylight, attendees of presentations can still easily take notes, for example. "These products are the ultimate in mobile presenting," Graeme Davidson, market development manager for Epson UK, said.

Earlier this month Epson also released a new business printer range. The AcuLaser C3900N series can print up to 30 documents a minute and benefits from using high-yield ink cartridges and double-pack black ink cartridges. These are designed to allow cost-per-page output.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP CB435A Toner Cartridges

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:19:02 +0000

HP CB435A Toner Cartridges have been updated on Internet-ink! We have added our new fully compatible HP CB435A toner cartridge to the fantastically popular HP 35A toner cartridge line.

The HP Compatible LaserJet CB435A (or HP 35A) is fantastic value for money as it gives you a much cheaper alternative for your HP LaserJet printer than the HP CB435A 35A Original Toner Cartridge. Not only is the compatible CB435A better on your wallet, but it is also much kinder to the environment as it reuses used toner cartridges, helping keep useful plastic out of landfills.

The HP CB435A toner cartridges are compatible with the HP LaserJet P1005, HP LaserJet P1006, HP LaserJet P1007, HP LaserJet P1008, and the HP LaserJet P1009.

Parker Quink Bottled Ink For Your Christmas Cards

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 14:44:42 +0000

With plenty of cards ,letters marking or just need some ink. Why not check out our PARKER QUINK BOTTLED ink range here at internet-ink. With a massive range of all pens and accessories here for you to browse and choose the item you need.

Everyone knows that eventually your ink will run out and we try or best to keep your ink levels topped up to ensure all your documents get written on time. Our Parker Quink Bottled ink range includes:

Parker Quink Bottled Ink 57ml - Black Washable S0037450
Parker Quink Bottled Ink 57ml - Black Permanent S0037460
Parker Quink Bottled Ink 57ml - Blue Black Permanent S0881370
Parker Quink Bottled Ink 57ml - Royal Blue Washable S0037480
Parker Quink Bottled Ink 57ml - Blue Permanent S0037470
Parker Quink Bottled Ink 57ml - Red Permanent S0116030
Parker Quink Bottled Ink 57ml - Green Permanent S0116040

With plenty of other pen ranges available at Internet-ink check us out today, with a weekly prize draw running up until Christmas this is the best time to make you purchase and enter into the draw for a present to remember.

Internet Ink Rib Charter Give Away 8 Weekly Prize Draws

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:48:03 +0000

Rib Charter Give Away - 8 Weekly Prize Draws
Just place an order with Internet-Ink to be in the weekly prize draw.

Internet-Ink & SouthSea Charters are working together this Christmas period to give every Internet-Ink customer the chance to win a whole rib boat charter day for you and 10 of your friends and family worth £495.00. As a special extra we will pay for a pub lunch for all.

Just place an order with Internet-Ink and each week a customer will be drawn at random to receive a rib charter day gift voucher for 11 people.

If it's not your type of thing, just think what a Christmas present it would make. The gift voucher can be used on any day in 2011.

Just place an order with Internet-Ink to be in the weekly prize draw.

Take look at the Southsea Rib Charters website , they have videos and photos so you can get a feel of what you may win.

Kodak Has To Remove Ink Saving Adverts

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:36:51 +0000

The Advertising standards authority (ASA) has ruled that claims by Kodak that their new printers can save users up to £75 per year on the cost of purchasing Kodak ink cartridges are misleading and these adverts are not to be shown on television or printed press.

The current radio adverts seem to not mislead and are allowed to continue. The basis of the complaint came from both HP ( Hewlett Packard ) and members of the public that argued that the figures Kodak used to base their claims on were not representative of a normal printer owners usage.

I'm sure Kodak will adapt their adverts and they will reappear sooner rather than later in the run up to the busy Christmas sales period.

By Henry Packlett.

Epson Adds to its Business Printer Portfolio

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 09:34:02 +0000

Printer ink maker Epson has launched a new printer series designed for businesses. The AcuLaser C3900N portfolio prints both colour and mono documents at up to 30 pages per minute, with built-in network connectivity. Epson said it is designed for medium-sized workgroups.

High yield ink cartridges and double-pack black ink cartridges, which use optimised cost-per-page output, will help businesses cut their running costs. With two paper input feeds and an optional 500-sheet tray, large print jobs are easily manageable, too.

"The AcuLaser C3900N is one of the most affordable colour laser series of its speed on the market. With a low cost-per-page and high specs, it offers medium-sized businesses and corporates excellent value for money," Peter Silcock, market development manager at Epson UK, said. The series will be available to purchase from the second half of December 2010.

Last month, Epson announced the launch next year of Digigraphie, an excellence scheme that will feature people involved in print production.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Dell Moves Into Cloud Computing with Acquisition of Boomi

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 09:07:53 +0000

Printer ink maker Dell announced that it has agreed to purchase Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) firm Boomi for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition will help give Dell more exposure in the cloud computing sector.

Cloud computing enables users to access data, held by a third party, over the internet, meaning it is not necessary to install in-house systems. Boomi's technology is used all over the world and it oversees millions of transactions a month.

"For years, Dell has been working directly with our customers and SaaS leaders to understand the value cloud computing can bring and the issues customers face when contemplating this paradigm shift," said Steve Felice, president of Dell's consumer and small and medium business division.

"Twenty-six years ago we helped accelerate the move to client-server computing; today we'll help drive a similar transformation with customers turning to the cloud to drive costs down and innovation up," he added.

Earlier this year, Dell lost a bidding war with arch-rival Hewlett Packard for the purchase of 3PAR.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Brother UK Tour Helps Its Retailers Boost Sales

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 16:41:09 +0000

Brother is close to the end of a tour of its resellers and distributors, which sell printer ink cartridges and toner cartridges across the UK, to help them drive sales toward the end of the year.

On October 11th, the Brother BIG Ambition Roadshow headed off on visits to 18 locations across the country, giving guidance to sales teams, training staff on its varied product portfolio, and offering tips on how to meet customer demand.

Experts from Brother also unveiled its new colour laser printer range, giving resellers help on how to pitch these products to larger firms.

"Our channel partners have always been at the centre of our sales and marketing strategy and the BIG Ambition Roadshow is an extension of that. We're well known for being very hands on with our resellers and distributors, but we wanted to go even further to help them realise their revenue ambitions," Phil Jones, sales and marketing director at Brother UK, said.

The tour will finish on November 5th.

Earlier this month, Brother was named as offering Manufacturing Excellence at the annual British Office Supplies and Services awards.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Toner Cartridges Banned on UK Flights

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 08:58:02 +0000

New air security measures have banned toner cartridges from being carried in hand baggage on UK flights. The decision comes after a suspect package, found aboard a UPS courier aircraft that landed at East Midlands Airport, was later found to contain explosive material that could have been detonated. A similar package was found on a FedEx plane travelling from Dubai to Chicago.

In a statement to the House of Commons yesterday (November 1st), home secretary Theresa May explained that toner cartridges larger than 500g will be banned from passenger hand luggage on flights departing from UK airports.

The same restriction applies to cargo flights coming into or via the UK unless they come from a regular shipper and with security arrangements that have been approved by the Department for Transport, Mrs May confirmed. Additionally, flights containing unaccompanied air freight from Somalia and Yemen have also been banned. The moves came into force at midnight yesterday.

"Our job, and the job of our security and intelligence agencies and the police, is to ensure that we are doing all we can to make sure that there are no gaps in our defences," Mrs May said.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

First Road Car Produced With 3D Printer

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 08:55:23 +0000

A 3D printer has been used to produce a prototype road car for the first time, it has been reported. According to Wired, the electric/liquid car, named Urbee, was developed by modelling systems firm Stratasys and engineering group Kor Ecologic.

Urbee had its outer bodywork created by Dimension 3D Printers and Fortus 3D Production Systems by Stratasys' digital manufacturing service. The two-passenger car offers 200 miles per gallon on the motorway and 100 miles per gallon in the city.

3D printing is becoming a preferred option thanks to it getting rid of the need for tooling and manufacturing.

"Other hybrids on the road today were developed by applying 'green' standards to traditional vehicle formats," Jim Kor, president and chief technology officer of Kor Ecologic, was quoted by Wired as saying. "Urbee was designed with environmentally-sustainable principles dictating every step of its design."

The prototype will be on show at the SEMA automotive show in Las Vegas next month.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

New Handling Charge

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:34:39 +0000

Over a long period of time Internet Ink has worked hard at keeping costs down to offer the best prices to the customer.

Unfortunately, due to the current economic climate we have had to introduce a 49p handling charge on orders under £15. This small charge will help cover the rising cost of postage and packaging. Orders over £15 will still benefit from FREE first class postage.

Our customers will still receive our award-winning customer service and highly competitive prices whatever they decide to buy at Internet Ink.

Printer Not to Blame in Australian Mailing Blunder

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 08:54:56 +0000

A mistake that led to a telecoms firm sending out 220,000 letters to the wrong addresses was not the fault of its printing system, it has been reported. According to ProPrint, Telstra Corporation, an Australian mobile, fixed line and Internet provider, has confirmed that the error was due to an internal issue rather than a problem with its SEMA printer.

The website said that it was understood that SEMA had been given incorrect information prior to handling the printing and mailing of customer literature detailing fixed line price changes. It led to approximately 220,000 letters being distributed with incorrect addresses on them, 23,500 of which were customers with silent lines.

Brent McCulloch, SEMA executive director, told the news provider: "SEMA have contributed no faults to this issue. It's a Telstra issue, and we'll be working with Telstra to rectify that." Telstra said the distribution was halted immediately after the error was realised, and stated that no billing or call information was included in the letters.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Shop App Launched

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 08:46:54 +0000

Have you ever wanted to run your own printing business? Managing a successful and busy retailer, ordering consumables like printer ink, keeping up to orders and keeping the customer happy?

Well, now you can, when you download the PrintCountry iPhone app.

The aim of the game is simple: as the owner of a print shop you must fulfil every customer's order! Sounds easy?

Well, the customers will keep streaming in, and what's more, they'll try to bamboozle you with varied printer ink and paper orders. You've got to stay ahead of the game and prove your multitasking skills.

Users start the game with one colour and one black and white printer, a stack of paper, two black ink cartridges and one colour ink cartridge.

The further you progress through the app, the more credits you get to buy more printers and ink, allowing you to serve more customers.

With great graphics and tricky puzzles, this app will test your logical reasoning to the full.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Customer Feedback October 2010

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 13:04:16 +0000

October 2010 Feedback

Other people's comments about the model of printer that I own were interesting.
Richard Foreman.

The navigation is superb and the I liked the "History" and details on how your business grew and how you found the ink manufacturer which met your criteria. I can see I going to get ALL my inks from you in the future - and thanks for being honest in the write-up of your beginnings.
Mr Bryn Wayt.

Nice and easy to navigate and not cluttered well done I will recommend.
Stuart j Waggott.

Very good value and fast delivery. I always order my ink from you.
John A Hurworth.

Excellent value, quick delivery. Very please overall with the service provided. Thank you
Carolyn Powell.

An excellent website. Very simple to select correct ink. excellent postal service
G Woods

Of ten companies I checked out Internet-Inks were still the cheapest.
Wilf Wright.

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Christine Roche.

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Mr G Scott.

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Dont Let the Ink Dry Up if Want to Keep Printing

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 10:01:24 +0000

Letting printer ink cartridges go unused for a long length of time will almost certainly lead to the ink in the cartridge drying up. That is the view of blogger Imee, writing for My Daily Business. She says that since leaving her printer untouched for "an extended period of time", the ink has completely dried up, meaning she has purchased a cartridge for nothing.

However, help may be at hand. She writes that a friend of hers, who works in IT, said that the problem may be remedied by soaking the bottom end of the cartridge in warm water, just for a few minutes. This could loosen up the dry ink, making the cartridge usable again, she says.

However, if this doesn't work, Imee knows what's coming: "If not, I shall have to buy a cleaning kit or buy a new printer ink cartridge." To ensure ink doesn't dry up, ensure you use your printer regularly, ideally once a week.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Women Find Smell of Printer Ink Attractive

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 09:52:55 +0000

Men who find they struggle to attract women may find that an interesting new fragrance might help them in their quest to find the love of their life – the smell of printer ink. That's because the smell of printer ink on men proves very attractive to women, at least according to a new survey.

A poll of 2,000 people, undertaken by washing powder firm Daz and quoted by the Daily Express, revealed that women love the smell of printer ink, petrol, paint and leather on men. On the other hand, men are attracted to the smell of lipstick, baby lotion and, oddly, roast dinner, on women.

It is thought that these smells are particularly stimulating because they make people remember romantic moments in their pasts. "Some weird and wonderful smells can transport us back to a happy memory. This in turn makes us feel more relaxed and drawn to someone," TV relationship expert Simone Bienne told the newspaper.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Brother UK Wins Manufacturing Excellence Award for Second Year Running

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 09:49:44 +0000

Brother UK has been named as delivering Manufacturing Excellence at the annual British Office Supplies and Services (BOSS) awards, the firm has said. Competing with other companies who turn over more than £10 million a year, it is the second consecutive year Brother has won the coveted title.

The award is based on analysis of several facets of business operations, ranging from service delivery, support, marketing, sales and logistics. "This award win is testament to the team effort at Brother to deliver both on product and service," Phil Jones, UK sales and marketing director for Brother UK, said.

iPrint&Scan, an innovative printing app, was also released by the company for the Android smartphone market this month. Free to download, the tool enables users to print wirelessly from, and scan to, their Android with a Brother all in one laser or inkjet device.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Xerox Launches Colour Network Scanner

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:40:14 +0100

Printer ink maker Xerox has announced the release of its 3920, a colour network scanner. Users of the product can use its functional LCD touchscreen to scan both sides of a document to a range of platforms: email, online networks, fax, FTP locations, and printers.

Additionally, a QWERTY keyboard makes data entry accessible and fast. The scanner is suitable for workgroups and offices, Xerox said. The 3920 can scan 20 pages per minute, or 14 images per minute, and has a document feeder built to hold 50 pages at a time.

A built-in Ethernet connection means the scanner can be accessed via web management tools.

"Direct connect scanners are a vital part of your document capture strategy but now network scanners can meet your shared scanner needs with great efficiency and ease of use," said John Capurso, vice president of marketing at Visioneer, who worked with Xerox to develop the product.

This month, Xerox also launched two new solid colour ink desktop printers.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Brother Toner Cartridges Original Or Compatible

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:56:12 +0100

When it comes to choosing Brother toner cartridges, many people are unsure whether to go for original or compatible cartridges.

Compatible ones are cheaper, but do they really work? Will they last as long?

According to Jonathan Howson, blogging for pcissue.com, compatible toner cartridges "make good sense" from a financial perspective if you want to print a lot of text-only documents.

Also, Mr Howson writes, if you do decide to buy compatible toner cartridges, you'll need to be printing regularly, at least once a week.

On the other hand, if you expect to use your printer less frequently, you should consider an original toner cartridge. Because ink can dry up if left unused for a long time, originals are the better option as they contain chemicals that guard against this.

And don't expect great quality from compatible cartridges. If you want excellent standard documents, go for originals.

"Though you can achieve great results with compatibles, the best results will come from originals," Mr Howson said.

If you're looking for a Brother printer, you'll be interested to know that the firm's DCP-J125 colour inkjet device was recently praised by Simon Williams, a freelance journalist.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Fake Printer Ink The Warning Signs

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:55:46 +0100

Unfortunately, there is a fairly strong counterfeit printer ink market. Many consumers, put off by what can be pricey original products, are tempted by what seem to be more inexpensive printer ink cartridges.

But these often prove to be fake, and are usually unusable, meaning a loss of money and time for the consumer, and, in some cases, irreparable damage to the printer.

However, help is at hand. Comners.com has detailed some counterfeit ink warning signs.

First, only buy from what you can be sure are reputable retailers. Do a bit of research – have a look on the web and draw up a list of relevant dealers and manufacturers.

"It is best to only buy from these dealers and manufacturers," the website says.

Also, ensure you know what the current prices of printer ink cartridges stand at. Armed with that knowledge, you should be able to spot a fake seller a mile off.

Finally, look at the packaging. Most fake firms will package their counterfeit products differently – usually it will be obvious.

Earlier this year, Gareth Raynor, a professional rugby player, admitted selling fake printer ink cartridges on eBay.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer Ink Firms Becoming More Green

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 09:36:32 +0100

Printer ink companies are becoming increasingly aware of environmental issues, as one US firm recently highlighted with its refilling service. “To refill is to reuse and to recycle, Jon Fitch, owner of Liquid Seven in Chattanooga, Tennessee, told the Times Free Press.

Instead of sending printer ink cartridges to landfill, consider recycling them, Mr Fitch suggests. And as new ink cartridges take two and a half ounces of oil to make, refilling a cartridge can really help to cut down on oil use, he added.

However, ink cartridges can't be refilled forever. Fitch estimates that an ink cartridge can be refilled around eight times before it is no longer usable, although this can vary, depending on brand. Refilling is obviously good for the environment, but it also saves customers money, up to 50 per cent in some cases.

According to Fitch, more firms should consider adopting green initiatives. "Environmentalism is definitely what I focus on," he told the newspaper. "Being green is good for the environment, but it’s also good for a lot of businesses.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Lexmark Announces Planned Transition of Chief Executive Officer

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 09:18:38 +0100

Lexmark has announced that its current chief executive officer (CEO) will retire in the spring of next year. Paul J. Curlander, who has been at the helm of the firm for the past 12 years, will be succeeded by Paul Rooke, who will also become president. Lexmark said the transition has been planned for some time.

Mr Curlander will still be involved with the company, however, as he was appointed executive chairman, effective from yesterday (October 26th). The 57-year-old joined the business in 1991 when Lexmark spun off from IBM. There he held a series of engineering and management roles.

"The board would like to express its sincere gratitude and appreciation to Paul for the many contributions he has made as CEO," said Jean-Paul L. Montupet, presiding director of Lexmark. "Under Paul’s leadership, Lexmark has established itself as a world leader in imaging products, solutions and services."

This week, the printer maker released its third quarter results, posting net earnings of $72 million (£45 million).

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Lexmark Posts Third Quarter Results

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 09:10:56 +0100

Printer ink maker Lexmark has posted its financial results for 2010's third quarter. The firm netted a revenue of $1.020 billion (£644 million), up from $958 million compared to the same period last year.

Net earnings in the third quarter stand at $72 million, up 622 per cent year over year, with net cash from operations of $130 million. Lexmark's Printing Solutions and Services Division posted revenues of $731 million, 12 per cent year to year.

"Lexmark's third quarter earnings were better than expected with ongoing good revenue growth, strong earnings growth and strong cashflow," said Paul Rooke, Lexmark president and chief executive officer. "These results were driven by our improved product lines, continued growth in managed print services, and ongoing strong growth in workgroup lasers and higher end inkjet products," he added.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Xerox Launches Solid Ink Printers

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 09:15:24 +0100

Two new desktop solid colour ink printers have this week been released by Xerox. The firm said its ColorQube 8570 is designed for small and medium-sized businesses with general office print needs, while the Xerox ColorQube 8870 is designed for businesses of any size with high-volume office print needs.

Solid ink printers offer consumers high quality at a low cost and help reduce waste, the company said. Both devices have print speeds of up to 40 pages per minute (both in black and white and colour), making them ideal for office use.

The 8870 comes with a Hybrid Colour pricing plan that enables customers to pay only for the amount of colour they use on a given page. "Like the award-winning Xerox ColorQube 9200 Series multifunction system that Xerox introduced last year, the ColorQube 8570 and ColorQube 8870 use Xerox's proprietary solid ink technology to lower the environmental impact of office printing," Malcolm Glynn, marketing manager for Xerox UK, said.

This month, a group of Xerox wide format printers won a string of awards from the Business Equipment Research & Test Laboratories (BERTL), an independent device testing group.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Lexmark Launches Printer App Crowdsourcing Project

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 09:02:30 +0100

Printer ink maker Lexmark has launched an innovative crowdsourcing project. Speaking at the Adobe MAX conference, the firm invited third-party developers to create printer apps for its all-in-one products (AIOs).

Lexmark will open up its SmartSolutions Software Development Kit (SDK) for developers to publish their apps through. They will then be made available for consumers to download to their printer. The company is particularly hoping to hear from developers with a strong background in Adobe Flash technology. Examples of Lexmark printer apps include tools that help users scan to email, along with things like Google Calendar and access to Facebook and Twitter.

“By opening our SDK to developers, Lexmark can build and provide a more dynamic and robust library of SmartSolutions to enable customers to better manage the constant flow and mix of hardcopy and digital content that coexists in today's modern office," Paul Rooke, Lexmark executive vice president and president of its Imaging Solutions Division, said.

The firm has also released its newest app, Google Analytics, which reports on web traffic from an all-in-one printer. It will available from next month.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Home Working? Get the Right Ink and Printer

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 08:56:24 +0100

Home working is becoming increasingly widespread, as employees look to adopt more flexible working methods. It can be beneficial for both workers and employers, too, cutting business costs and giving employees more leisure time, without reducing productivity. However, for home working to be really effective, the correct equipment must be acquired, thinq.co.uk says.

This is because home workers have different logistical needs. The size of a printer is important to consider, for example, because the amount of room at home won't be the same as in the workplace.

To that end, the website says an upright device may be the best option, considerably saving on space. And if an employee regularly does scanning and faxing as part of their work, they may want to consider a multifunction device, centralising all these different products into one unit.

"Choosing between inkjet or laser printer depends fundamentally on the volume of printing to be done, and how vital it is to produce high-quality output such as photo prints at home," the website suggests. For printer ink and other consumables, be wary of buying space-efficient products. This is because tall ink cartridges, for example, don't offer the same print output as traditional ones.

Home workers looking for a suitable inkjet printer may be interested in Epson's B–510DN, which recently won an Outstanding Achievement Award from the Buyers Laboratory Inc.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson Device Prints Race Track Faster Than Supercar Can Drive It

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 09:09:40 +0100

An Epson printer has reproduced a race track faster than one of the quickest cars in the world could complete it, it has been reported.

According to PC Advisor, Epson teamed up with car company Ariel to pitch a Stylus Office BX625FWD printer against the Atom car, which has a top speed of 140 miles per hour.

The printer was connected to an adapted Atom, with a Wi-Fi connection to make sure the device could work while the car was being driven.

Clocking in at one minute 19 seconds, Epson printed the track quicker than the Atom could complete a lap of it, which it did in one minute 24 seconds.

"The BX625FWD is part of Epson's new range of inkjets specifically designed for micro businesses, or companies with less than 10 employees, and engineered for speed," the news provider reported Simon Hanley, product manager at Epson UK, as saying.

Epson's B–510DN colour inkjet recently won the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Buyers Laboratory Inc (BLI).

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Printer Ink Cartridges Give Shape and Visibility to Documents

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 09:02:12 +0100

While printer ink cartridges play an important role in home and offices, it is important to understand how to benefit from efficient ink output by buying cartridges from recognised brands. That is the view of business writer Brayan Russell, blogging for bestaticle.org, who said that the importance of printer ink to the production of a range of documents, from cards, pamphlets and stickers, means that optimum ink efficiency should always be aimed for.

Mr Russell singles out ink cartridges from suppliers like HP, Canon and Lexmark, as being among the most accessible brands. He pointed out that efficiency of printers can be easily worked out on the basis of ink consumption. A good working printer will give you the optimum results, whereas ones that run through ink rapidly should be avoided.

"A good way to get [the] most out of printer ink cartridges is by taking printouts on a regular basis. This is particularly applicable for homes where you may not find the need to take printouts on a regular basis, unlike in offices," Mr Russell said.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Canon Inkjet Printer Paves the Way for Smell-o-vision

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:57:52 +0100

Imagine watching television's Masterchef and actually smelling the sultry aromas of the contestants' classic dishes? Or watching Match of the Day and smelling that freshly cut football pitch? This could all now be possible, thanks to Japanese scientists, who have taken a humble ink jet printer and adapted it into a intriguing smell-o-vision device.

Researchers from Tokyo's Keio University took a Canon inkjet printer and replaced the normal colour ink cartridges with scented solutions, such as cinnamon, grapefruit and lavender. Inkjets produce ink by heating a wire tendril, which forces the colour down a tube and onto the page. And just like the way in which an inkjet rapidly switches between colours to produce multicoloured documents, the same idea applies for aromas, meaning one scent can quickly follow another.

"We are using the inkjet printer's ability to eject tiny pulses of material to achieve precise control," Dr Kenichi Okada, from the Keio team, told New Scientist. More primitive smell-o-vision devices have been developed before. The release of the 1960 film Scent of Mystery, later called Holiday in Spain, starring Denholm Elliot, saw cinema auditoriums adopt a system which emitted smells that accompanied the narrative of the film.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Cartridges Recycler Wins Award

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:05:08 +0100

A US student has won an award after orchestrating a successful ink cartridges recycling programme at his university. Nick Benson, a second-year student at the University of Kansas, decided to act after learning that millions of ink cartridges are sent to landfill every year, taking years to erode.

He decided to introduce a scheme enabling everyone at the university to recycle ink cartridges, the student newspaper Daily Kansan reports. Since beginning in July, the Ink Cartridge Recycling for the Community programme has collected around 1,400 ink cartridges.

Mr Benson this week proudly received the Student Sustainability Leadership Award, presented by the Centre for Sustainability. "He's not afraid to get his hands dirty and get out there to do great work," Jeff Severin, director of the centre, told the student paper.

Mr Severin added that the award was in recognition of leadership and creativity in addressing important issues, both at the university and the wider community.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Dell Expands China Operations

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:00:53 +0100

Printer ink maker Dell will expand its Chinese operations next year, the firm has said in a statement. The company will establish its second operations base in the country's Sichuan province. The site, West Chengdu High-Tech Park, will run manufacturing, sales and services operations to complement Dell's robust growth in the western Chinese market.

Additionally, Dell will hire 500 new staff when it opens an accompanying office at its flagship Xiamen base later this year. China is massive to Dell, coming second only to the US in terms of its revenue. Between 2000 and 2010, revenues increased 11-fold, with a report in the last fiscal quarter showing that China sales grew by 52 per cent year-on-year.

"We're planning for the future, and we're excited about our strategic investments in China that will help us better serve the region's increasing need for technology solutions and services," said Michael Dell, chairman and chief executive officer.

According to analysts IDC, Dell is the number two supplier of computer products in China, possessing a nine per cent market share.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

High-definition Ink for New Epson Photo Printer Release

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 08:58:20 +0100

High-definition ink is a key function of one of Epson's new printers. The firm has launched its all-in-one Epson Stylus Photo PX660 device, designed for photographers.

It will deliver glossy, quality photo prints that even beat lab quality, the company said. With an LCD screen and a touch-panel for navigation, the PX660 is both functional and accessible.

Claira Ink, Epson's sophisticated high-definition, dye-based ink, is the key component of the printer, enabling users to print photos that, Epson said, can last in a photo frame for up to 98 years, or more than 200 years if in an album.

Additionally, the PX660 has an ink-saving capability. Because only the colour needs to be replaced, users can save money on individual ink cartridges. The printer uses either Hummingbird or Owl ink cartridges.

"Photo enthusiasts can really take pride in their prints with the Epson PX660. It delivers photos with a vivid, glossy finish - perfect for shots taken in high resolution - while the scan and copy functions make it a versatile addition to the home," Simon Hanly, product manager at Epson UK, said.

This month the company's B–510DN colour inkjet won the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Buyers Laboratory Inc (BLI).

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson Business Inkjet Wins Outstanding Achievement Award

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 09:44:27 +0100

Inkjet owners will be interested to hear that one of Epson's colour business printers has won a major award from one of the imaging industry's leading independent authorities. The firm's B–510DN colour inkjet won the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Buyers Laboratory Inc (BLI).

The accolade accords Epson with having set an industry benchmark in print value, the company said. BLI's judging panel singled out the device's low-cost per-page output, saying that it is unmatched against other desktop inkjets.

"At Epson we continually look for ways in which we can enhance our product range to meet the changing needs of our customers. We recognise the requirement of modern businesses to achieve lower cost prints while not compromising on image quality," Peter Silcock, market development manager for Epson UK, said.

BLI tests office equipment in its UK and US labs, covering over 13,000 products around the world.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

What Is Your Favourite Printer Ink Colour?

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 09:39:41 +0100

Bloggers have been enjoying an animated discussion about their favourite printer ink colour. Contributors to the Yuan blog have outlined their arguments for their printer ink colour of choice, with blue, perhaps unsurprisingly, being the most popular.

In fact, it seems blue is rapidly replacing black as the most-used ink, with bloggers calling the dreaded black "blah", and saying they "hate" to use it. One contributor is even prepared to "search the whole house" for blue ink, while one "would rather use a pencil" than succumb to the horrors of black.

There are honourable mentions for purple and green, but it seems it is blue is the real ink of the people, except for one blogger: "Apparently, I'm the only one who prefers black."

Well, variety is the spice of life, as they say. What's your favourite colour of printer ink?

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Xerox Wide Format Devices Scoop Five-star Accolades

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:49:07 +0100

A group of Xerox wide format printers have recently been awarded several accolades, the firm has said in a statement. The awards, featuring three 'Best' prizes and three five-star product ratings, come from the Business Equipment Research & Test Laboratories (BERTL), an independent device testing group.

All the printers were praised for their excellent performance, functionality, and level of print output quality. Xerox's 6279 and 6622 devices both achieved five-star exceptional product ratings, while the 6604, 6605, 6279 and the firm's FreeFlow AccXes Controller all won BERTL Best awards.

The FreeFlow was also named Most Innovative Wide Format Printing Controller.

"These awards are testament to Xerox's commitment to deliver quality, reliability and innovation throughout our portfolio of wide format solutions," said Howard Witt, wide format manager, Xerox Europe.

"Xerox's diverse set of black-and-white wide format products meets user demands for image quality, productivity, workflow flexibility and ease of use," said Arthur Wynne, president of BERTL.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Mac Users: Things to Think About Before Buying a Printer

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 10:34:28 +0100

Mac users have been given some advice on what to think about when buying a compatible printer for their device.

According to Marco Tabini, writing for Macworld's blog, users of Apple Macs have a harder job than most when choosing a new printer, given that it is still the case that many printers do not support OS X, the primary operating system of the Mac.

To that end, the blog has outlined some tips for users to think about to make sure they do not order a printer only to be disappointed. You should only really be on high alert if the printer you want to purchase is second-hand or an older model. This is because there is more chance of it not being compatible – this is much more of a priority for new models, of course.

Simply, a printer that will work with OS X will display on its packaging a Mac logo. This will be either the well-known Mac Finder icon, or the "Mac Universal" display, the blog states. However, don't think all will be well if you buy one of these products. That's because, the blog says, "it is important to understand that it is the individual manufacturer, and not Apple, that certifies that the printer is Mac-compatible".

So go prepared – that way you won't be disappointed.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Use a Sharpie Pen to Give Halloween Costumes the Edge

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 16:57:05 +0100

The humble Sharpie pen could be the tool that gives your spooky costumes the killer edge this Halloween.

According to Tricia Romano, writing for freep.com, you don't have to worry about forking out a lot of money for costumes for your children this October 31st. In fact, by using your own clothes and a few tools, ghastly designs are easy to make.

You can use a Sharpie pen, for example, to create a ghost outfit, the blog suggests. Just take a white sheet, cut out some holes so your child can see through the eyes and poke out their tongue, and outline it with a Sharpie pen to give it that "extra oomph".

And if you're having a Halloween party, you could use some coloured printer ink to add some spice to your invitations. Daub the invites in green, black and red ink – your guests won't know what's hit them!

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Epson Animal Ranges Of Ink Cartridges

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 16:47:33 +0100

Epson has brought out a new range of ink cartridges with each series of ink cartridges linked to an animal, plant or object in order to didtinguish the product and make it easier for consumer to recognise a product. Epson inks include:-

with plenty others availble in the Epson ink series.

Find out what inks are connected to the appropriate animal or item, why not test yourself!!!!

All the inks available at internet-ink come in original and compatible whist cutomers can aslo benefit from a 10% discount off there ink on future ink cartridge orders.

Newsweek Names Dell Top Green Company In America

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:59:35 +0100

Printer ink maker Dell has topped Newsweek's list of the greenest companies in the US. The magazine's annual Green Rankings grade the 500 largest public companies America on their environmental work, green policies and public standing as environmentally-aware companies.

Dell's claims the top spot after being number two last year. The firm said its supply chain, logistics, products, environmental commitment and collaboration with suppliers and customers had all helped secure the accolade.

"Dell's focus on environmental stewardship and sustainability helps us to be a more responsible partner to our customers," Michael Dell, chairman and chief executive of the firm, said. "The efficiencies we can all achieve through the use of greener products, solutions, services and programs should be an integral part of every corporate culture," he added.

Dell claims that since 2006 its recycling programs have ensured that over £484 million worth of its products have been recycled instead of ending up in landfill.

Posted by Fred Bugenhalgen

Brother iPrint&Scan Developed for Android Users

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:57:21 +0100

Previously only available for iPad and iPhone, printer ink maker Brother has made its printing app iPrint&Scan available for Android users – you must have at least version 1.6 or above, though. Available as a free download, iPrint&Scan allows users with a Brother laser or inkjet printer to wirelessly print documents from, and scan documents to, their smartphone.

Greater functionality is enabled through the ability to print photos through other applications, such as Facebook. Brother says it developed the tool to accommodate the rising popularity of smart devices, with all its inkjet multifunction products released from 2009 having a wireless interface, so compatible with iPrint&Scan.

While the application is in English for the time being, there are plans to develop French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and Dutch versions by the end of this year.

Brother was also in the news this week after four of its recent printers released were accorded positive reviews by a freelance journalist.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

New Brother Printers Garner Positive Reviews

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 11:02:18 +0100

A leading journalist has praised four of printer ink maker Brother's recent printer releases. Freelance writer Simon Williams, described as "influential" by the firm, recognised the functionality and high quality of the devices on Trusted Reviews.

Mr Williams, who has written for the Times, gave the HL-4150CDN a score of eight out of ten. He praised the colour laser printer's quality and speed, stating that its low price could prove attractive to customers.

The DCP-J125 colour inkjet garnered 9 out of 10 for value and 8 out of 10 overall. Low running costs and value for money were this device's positive aspects.

Writing for Mac User, Mr Williams said the MFC-J615W wireless colour inkjet had a "sleek appearance and reasonable print quality", gaining three out of five.

Meanwhile, the HL-2035, a compact mono laser printer, received a score of 80 per cent in the journalist's review
for Hardware.

This weekend Brother exhibited at the Manchester Business Show.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Hewlett Packard and UK Government Reach Efficiency Drive Agreement

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 09:51:03 +0100

Printer ink maker Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the UK government to help drive significant efficiency savings. HP will support the government's plans to cut the deficit in the long-term, along with offering efficiency savings via its provision of products to its public sector customers in the UK.

Keeping all its existing government contracts, HP said it will work closely with the cabinet office to deliver the savings. The firm also said that as the largest provider of IT products and services to the government, it had an essential role to play.

"In addition to addressing the immediate requirements of the government to achieve significant cost savings our MoU also includes proposals to help them achieve their wider reforms and transformation plans," said Nick Wilson, vice-president at HP UK & Ireland. "HP has been a valued partner to UK government for many years and we have a broad and deep experience and excellent track-record in the delivery of IT solutions and business process outsourcing," he added.

HP recently appointed a new chief executive, Leo Apotheker, formerly of SAP.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Lexmark Launches Innovative Facebook-smart Genesis Printer

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 09:47:32 +0100

Printer ink maker Lexmark has announced details of its impressive web-connected, all-in-one (AIO) Lexmark Genesis printer, designed for professionals, small business and home office customers. Genesis will build on Lexmark's portfolio of inkjet AIOs dedicated to offering printing capabilities for wireless and web-based workplaces, the firm said in a statement.

Features and functions include web access, via the Lexmark Genesis's 4.3 inch colour touch screen, to Lexmark's Twitter and Facebook SmartSolutions applications. These enable users to log on to the social networking sites and, for example, scroll through Twitter feeds, view Facebook walls and print out photos direct from the device.

Other SmartSolutions include cloud-based apps for Stamps.com, Evernote, Box.net and TripIt. The Lexmark Genesis also offers the company's Vizix print tool, which uses separate ink cartridges to give greater speed, and a high-quality standard of documents.

"From its unique, sleek upright design to the broad range of SmartSolutions, the Lexmark Genesis is truly an innovative, one-of-a-kind product in today's AIO market," said Paul Rooke, Lexmark executive vice-president and president of its imaging solutions division.

Earlier this month Lexmark launched a range of 12 new colour workgroup printers.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

HDMI USB Cat 5 And Cat 6 Cables Available

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 09:33:38 +0100

Need a network cable or connector cable for you computer accesories or devices. Internet-ink.co.uk have a host of cables available at cheap prices with free UK delivery. Whether it's for charging up a mobile, connecting computers at home or at work to a network, or just to connect screens and devices. Different cables available include HD15 VGA To VGA Cables , HDMI Cables , USB Cables , Splitters And Connectors , Cat 5 Network Cables and Cat 6 Network Cables . There are plenty of cables to suit all your needs whatever your problem. Keepe checking out our new feeds and products for new and upcoming offers.

Turn Ink Cartridges Into Cash for Charity

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 08:33:37 +0100

Letting used printer ink and toner cartridges build up around the home? Or do you simply dump them in the bin when you've finished with them? Well, why not think about recycling them? According to getwokingham.co.uk, the Berkshire wing of St John Ambulance is asking members of the public to do just that.

Members of the group are calling for donations of things like laser toner cartridges and mobile phones for recycling. These will be turned into cash and injected into the ambulance group's vital training schemes.

"Many people throw away these items simply because they don't even realise recycling services for them exist," Kim Adrian, fundraiser for St John Ambulance, told the news provider. "We hope the fact that this kind of recycling can be used to support a really worthwhile cause will convince people it's worth making the very little effort involved in backing the scheme."

Many organisations offer printer ink recycling schemes, including Internet-Ink.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Two Men Arrested After Stealing Ink Cartridges

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 09:38:53 +0100

Two men who allegedly stole ink cartridges from a York Township pharmacy in the USA became rattled when they heard sirens and led police on a high speed chase to Loganville Thursday night.

Shawn Cornell Stewart of Hyattsville, Md., and Robert Delano Ingram of Washington, D.C., are facing charges of retail theft, receiving stolen property and fleeing police, as well as vehicle violations.

The suspects drove at high speeds on wet roads until they lost control. Their Toyota Corolla skidded through a front yard and crashed into a concrete wall. Both men ran from the car into nearby woods as officers pursued, police said.

Police said they saw more than 10 packages of HP printer cartridges fall when one of the men, later identified as Ingram, fell to the ground. He was arrested as other officers continued to chase the second suspect. Stewart, the second suspect, was apprehended about 100 yards from Ingram. He was also arrested.

Police who checked the crashed vehicle observed another bag full of HP printer cartridges, according to charging documents.

Stewart is charged with six counts of retail theft and two counts of receiving stolen property. Ingram is charged with six counts of retail theft, two counts of receiving stolen property, two counts of fleeing police and four traffic violations.

Posted by Fredrick Bugenhalgen

Epson Printer Scoops Top Award

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 16:28:46 +0100

One of printer ink maker Epson's Stylus printers has been awarded a prestigious quality accolade at a recent trade show. The firm's Epson Stylus Pro 4900 received a Photokina STAR award following its launch at the trade show of the same name, which was held in Cologne, Germany.

Devices eligible for STAR awards are assessed on their individual innovation and the forward-thinking technologies they offer consumers. Roland Franken, a member of the judging panel, said that although the Stylus Pro 4900 was a studio printer, it was still "much more compact and lighter than other products offering similar productivity and print quality".

We are delighted to have received a Photokina STAR award at this year's show. This award recognises the flexibility and productivity of the Epson Stylus Pro 4900 as well as its ability to deliver high quality prints on a wide range of media," Marco van Niekerk, senior product manager for Epson Europe, said.

Able to print on media up to 1.5 millimetres thick, the 4900 holds an 11-colour ink set and has space for 200 millilitre high capacity ink cartridges.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Invisible Ink Used to Catch Criminals

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 16:21:17 +0100

Invisible ink may once have been the domain of joke shops, but recently it has been put to good use – helping to catch criminals. According to the Southland Times, New Zealand police have managed to use, for the first time, invisible ink to detect a man accused of stealing from his own employer.

Police started to use the ink after a retail store owner alerted them that small amounts of money were going missing. The money was duly covered in invisible ink that, when affected by moisture, goes purple, the newspaper reported.

And just 24 hours into the operation another employee noticed that their colleague, a 56-year-old man, had the purple colour on his hands. Sergeant Mike Williams, of Cromwell police, told the newspaper that the man was arrested on completion of his shift and will face charges of theft when he appears in court later this month.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Cheerleader Recycles Printer Ink Cartridges to Fund Trip of a Lifetime

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 09:14:53 +0100

A talented woman in the US is recycling printer ink cartridges to help her raise money to attend a global event in London.

According to the Colfax Record, Katelyn Gassaway, who lives in California, applied and successfully secured a place as an All-American cheerleader for the New Year's Day Parade in London next year. To be selected to represent your country at this event is a coveted prize – only the top ten per cent of cheerleaders in America are selected and Gassaway is desperate to go.

"I felt confident, but I was still surprised [to be offered the opportunity]. Not a lot of girls get that offer," she told the newspaper. However, the trip will cost $3,000 (£1,800). Her family have contributed a deposit, but there is still $2,000 to be found before November.

So she has taken to collecting toner cartridges and other items to sell for money. She's also taking on light jobs and babysitting. Here's to hoping those toner cartridges get the money rolling in.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

What Is Printer Ink Yield

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 09:10:34 +0100

Printer ink yield will be on the packaging of almost every printer ink cartridge out there. But what does it actually mean? Quite simply, printer ink yield means the approximate number of pages that can be produced from an individual ink cartridge. According to printerink.com, it is a "very important number to know".

This is because the yield figures can vary from printer ink firm to printer ink firm, the website advises, so it's imperative to understand exactly how these figures are devised. For example, a printer firm may base its yield number using a normal test page, whereas other companies may go from a printer's test settings.

However, the website explains, eventually yield numbers will become standardised with the introduction of ISO certification. This means output figures will be accurate across the board, meaning customers know they are looking at a level playing field when they come to choosing ink cartridges.

"Once printer ink yield numbers have been standardized, increased competition should also push down the average standard cost of a print," the website added.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Xerox Introduces New Epson Wide Format Inkjet Printers

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 09:02:02 +0100

Multifunction printer company Xerox has announced two new additions to its wide format printer range. The firm has launched the cobranded Xerox/Epson Stylus Pro 9900 and Xerox/Epson Stylus Pro 7900. They will join its range of indoor aqueous printers.

Xerox said an enhanced printer ink formula, a new printer design and the utilisation of advanced technologies mean the printers are effective for use in sophisticated production projects. Remote working is also possible with the Epson SpectroProofer, a calibration and verification system.

"These two new products add to the top end of the Xerox indoor aqueous product range," said Howard Witt, wide format manager, Xerox Europe.

"Xerox has offered Epson co-branded products for a number of years. The combined Xerox/Epson approach offers a best of breed aqueous wide format printer, unique Xerox software products, as well as Xerox's first class nationwide sales, service and support," he added.

Xerox has also recently launched three new products, Xerox Mobile Print Solution, Enhanced Mobile Express and Global Print, to boost its remote working portfolio.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Sir Phillip Green Criticises Government Printer Ink Cartridge Spending

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 09:47:57 +0100

Topshop owner Sir Phillip Green has uncovered a shocking amount of unnecessary government spending.

The businessman has been producing an efficiency report for the coalition government and in doing so highlighted some "crazy" spending decisions made by the previous Labour government.

In particular, he cited the fact that some departments were using printer ink cartridges that cost £398 while others used cartridges that cost just £86.

Overall, Sir Phillip suggested that he could cut £20 billion without cutting a single public sector job.

He added that if a private company wasted money like the government it would not survive.

Commenting on the report, Cabinet Office minister Francis Maud said: "The findings clearly demonstrate the scale of inefficiency and waste present in the system today.

"We welcome the sense of urgency that Sir Philip has brought to this work and we are looking at how we can best take forward key recommendations."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Hp 301 Ink Cartridges Now Ready To Buy

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 09:31:02 +0100

Internet-ink have some new products in the line of the HP 301 Ink Cartridges , having been on the site for a while the wait of anticipation is over. The Hp 301 printer ink cartridges are compatible with the hp deskjet series printers including the HP Deskjet 1050 , HP Deskjet 2050 , HP Deskjet 3050 . These all in one printers are high quality products from HP and combined with the Hp 301 ink cartridges produce vibrant, colourful and sharp text and graphical prints, whilst maintaining the durability and quality you would expect from a HP product.

Keep checking internet-ink.co.uk for more news,updates and products, we are always happy to help you in your quest for the perfect printer and ink combination.

New Canon CLI-526 And PGI-525 Ink Cartridges Available Now

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 11:57:53 +0100

Canon ink cartridges exciting new range of printers from the Canon Pixma MG range includes the Canon Pixma MG6150 , Canon Pixma MG8150 , Canon Pixma MG5250 and the Canon Pixma MG5150. All the printers are able to produce high qulaity photolab qulaity printing with Wi-Fi enabled and All-In-One printers. The current range includes the use of the Canon Original PGI-525 Black Ink Cartridge which also comes with a saver pack to help save you money. The vibrant CLI-526 range of products with these printers also includes the CLI-526BK, CLI-526C, CLI-526M, CLI-526Y, CLI-526GY and also has an available colour saver pack at great prices only available at internet-ink.co.uk. Don't forget our fantastic offers including saving 10% off all your future ink cartridge orders.

Here at internet ink we are always trying to update product range and printers keep an eye on our website and newsfeeds for new offers for you inks.

Epson Rolling Out New Stylus Pro Printers

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:59:41 +0100

Epson is rolling out two new printers; the Stylus Pro 7890 and the Stylus Pro 9890. Both of the printers incorporate the firm's special ink-repelling coating and auto nozzle verification technologies to help prevent clogged nozzles.

Both devices also boast the eight channel Epson MicroPiezo TFP print head and ePlaten technology to ensure automatic media loading. Commenting on the new printers, Epson America's product manager Reed Hecht said: "With every new generation of printers we continuously strive to reach new levels of performance.

"For years the Epson Stylus Pro 880-series has been the industry benchmark for which all other printers were compared and with the introduction of the 890 series we have once again raised the bar, redefining the future of wide format printing."

Anyone thinking of buying a new Epson printer should make sure they get good quality printer ink as contributors to tech website comners.com have said that cheap ink can ruin printers.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

HP Launching Additions To Its Printer Supplies Portfolio

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 09:22:55 +0100

Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced several additions to its already extensive printer supplies range.

The new products include original HP LaserJet print cartridges with energy-efficient toner, which offers energy savings of up to 35 per cent on each page printed, making it great for eco-conscious individual and businesses.

There is also the HP ColorSphere Toner for the new HP Colour LaserJet 4525 printer, the monochrome toner HP LaserJet CE278A, HP 802 'S' Ink Cartridge, which is ideally suited for volume printing, the HP 818 'L' Ink Cartridge and the HP LaserJet high capacity X cartridges.

Nitin Hiranandani, director of managed enterprise solutions, Imaging & Printing Group, Hewlett-Packard India, said: "We have unveiled our new supplies innovations to offer breakthrough performance, exceptional print quality and a reduced environmental footprint. This will offer an opportunity to our customers to grow faster."

Brian Nadel, writing for IT World, recently praised HP toner cartridges, saying that they consistently "deliver excellent quality documents".

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Solent Rib Charter

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:30:44 +0100

Our massive winter and Christmas special offer of free Solent Rib Hire days is only three weeks away!

In addition, we our announcing that we will give one Solent Rib Charter day away for each of the 8 weeks leading up to Christmas. All orders placed from the 1st November until Christmas day will be entered in a weekly prize draw. The winner receives a Rib Hire Day gift voucher for 11 people with a free lunch at a waterside pub included.

If an exciting day on a fast rib boat cruising around the English Solent is not for you, then it will certainly make a fantastic gift for someone during the festive season. Our only condition is that the ticket has to be used during 2011.

A rib charter by SouthSea Charters for 11 guests including lunch would cost you £75 per person, so each winning ticket is worth £825. Therefore our Christmas rib give-away is worth £6600 in total. Happy Christmas and thank you.

SouthSea Charters.

Customer Feedback September 2010

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:07:17 +0100

September 2010 Feedback

This is the best ink I have found yet. I have an Epson printer and can put this ink in and start printing without lots of head cleaning. Everyone says that the colours are really good and lifelike.
No, you haven't paid me and I don't work for you either!!!!!
Alan Foster.

Just a quick email to thank you for the excellent service I received when ordering a printer cartridge, thank you.
Miss Sharon Aldom.

Yes I am glad I found your company I have tried else where and was very disappointed with the results now I can order all my needs together thank you.
Liam.

Always easy to use the site. Goods always delivered quickly. Never let down.
Sam McClenaghan.

Amazingly fast service, excellent products, superb results every time !!!! Great prices very impressed.
Colette Donald.

Many thanks for an excellent service. From my initial phone call through to your call centre staff, who are very polite and helpful, to my postman handing me my packet the next day. Never have I received such excellent service throughout. You are very highly recommended.
Thank you once again, Kindest regards Ann Bailey.

Previous cartridge from you has lasted much much longer than original dell cartridge. Excellent thank you.
Andy Bennett.

Your prices are most fair and it appears to be the genuine stuff.
Lloyd Dornford.

I ordered some cartridges on Friday, they arrived on Saturday. That helped me a lot. Also the young lady I spoke to on the phone was very helpful as I wasn't sure what I needed. I will definitely recommend you to my friends. Many thanks
Bryon German.

Many of us are quick to provide feedback when we are unhappy with the service we receive or when thing go wrong, but are often less ready to provide feedback when service is good.
On Saturday 11th September I placed a Parker pen order with you and you confirmed the order by e-mail immediately. Although I asked for free standard delivery the order arrived yesterday, Tuesday 14th September despite the fact that two of the days between order and receipt were what most people would regard as non business days.
I was pleased with the product and the service and as a result placed a second order yesterday morning and was surprised and delighted to find that it arrived today.
You have provided absolutely exceptional service and I wanted to you to know how you have delighted this particular customer. Well done and many thanks.
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Thanks once again
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John Scrimshaw.

Customer Feedback August 2010

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:04:54 +0100

August 2010 feedback

I am so pleased that I found your website a few months ago, when I was having a problem with a previous supplier. Your prices are extremely competitive, the inkjets are excellent quality and delivery is prompt. Thank you for a very good product and service.
Angela Mary Camps.

I have found your compatible inks give me quite as good a result as Epson's own at much less cost.
Mary Winter.

It was useful having a picture of the actual printer to know you actually had the right cartridge that you would like to purchase.
Gillian Tatchell.

So far so good. Excellent site and easy for an 82 year old to navigate.
Jesse Riley.

very impressed with the first ink cartridge i received, and have now happily ordered two more for our franking machine! would definately recommend using them. The cartridges are half the cost Pitney Bowes charge and better ink!
Kay Mason.

Delighted with both the service & product.
Alan Green.

I cannot believe that the order, above, placed 1346 hrs, 17.08.10 arrived at 1130 hrs, 18.08.10. That is really VERY GOOD SERVICE. The product appears to be to the expected high standard. I look forward to using it.
Michael Shelmerdine.

I have not been a customer for long, but I am very impressed with the quality of the items I have purchased.
Joan Creary.

Just keep on trading as you are.
Margaret Rouse.

Well done a great efficient service excellent ordering experience.
Maureen Davison.

Hi there - excellent and quick services. Would use you again.
Mr I Collingwood.

Thank you very much for the very quick delivery of my printer ink. I only ordered yesterday and it arrived this morning, much to my delight. I will be using your service again.
Regards Jennifer Barrett.

Your website was much easier to navigate than the Dell website and more explicit.
Derek Smith.

Many thanks for your prompt service. I was totally stuck and could not print out anything since Thursday night, but you have saved the day and I was able to get all my stuff printed this morning. Brilliant service, Well done!
A F Harris

Very pleased with the price of the ink. I have used this site before and find the ink very compatible with my printer.
Thank you, Julie Swannell.

Had many good results from your inks when doing our photos.
Mike Lovegrove.

I continue to use the site as it is easy to use and provides a reliable product and service.
W Morris.

I have ordered several ink cartridges now and am really impressed with the quality and quick turn around of my orders. Excellent company
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Needed ink for my HP Photosmart printer on Wednesday 4/08/10. Thought about going to town on Friday to purchase at £11.70 per cartridge. Decided to try Internet-Ink, ordered on Wednesday 4/08/10 arrived Thursday morning 5/08/10 quicker than going to town!!! Also the cartridges only cost £4.45 each and had more ink. No contest – very happy with the service and super fast delivery of Internet-Ink. Would definitely recommend.
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Kind regards, April.

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Freda Hooper

Student Victim of Printer Ink Colour Persecution

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 10:18:58 +0100

Universities and schools may need to think again about the types of printer ink cartridges they use in their IT hubs.

A student, writing for the Daily Northwestern, the newspaper that represents America's Northwestern University community, has detailed her frustration with the colour of printer ink she uses and the way her university's printing systems are set up.

Ali Elkin says that she has not preferred to use black ink for her projects for many years, instead opting for blue. She has become increasingly annoyed with lecturers who are blocking her attempts to submit work with blue ink. Her use of blue ink is not "a creative choice", she notes.

But because her pleas are falling on deaf ears, Elkin has resorted to using the university facilities, so she can adhere to the style guide and print work in black. Unfortunately this has meant that "a pile of requisite electronic devices" are now sitting unused in the student's home.

However, even the university's library printers aren't quite up to scratch. This is because they use a time-consuming security system that requires the user to enter their online identification and password for every single document they wish to print. And, Elkin notes, this can cause problems when time is of the essence, such as being on a deadline or heading to a tutorial.

So it may be time for university's to revise their printing networks – and it'd be nice if they could let Ali print in blue ink, too. "With the time I save, I may be able to actually read a paragraph or two of the articles I print," she notes.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Canon Increases its Inkjet Printer Products Capacity

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 08:59:12 +0100

Printer ink maker Canon has announced it is to increase its production capacity of products for inkjet printers. In a statement the firm said it plans to capitalise on the "steady growth" of the global inkjet printer market by developing a new production base in Thailand.

Land in the Nakhonratchasima province, to the northeast of the country, will house the new plant, part of the Canon Hi-Tech (Thailand) Ltd manufacturing subsidiary. The firm also said the expected increase in future demand for associated inkjet tools had led it to act on a "pressing need" to ramp up development.

The new development will join an already existing facility in Nakhonratchasima, with construction due to begin in January next year, which is set to move into operation that October. Canon said the plethora of available labour in the region, alongside the flow of parts, supplies and infrastructure between the two functioning sites, had proved attractive.

Canon Hi-Tech (Thailand) Ltd was created in 1990 as a subsidiary wing of the manufacturer.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Inkjet Printers Could Halt the Death of the Newspaper

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 08:55:00 +0100

An innovative news tool that uses inkjet printers with other technologies to provide consumers with tailor-made daily newspapers could save the declining traditional newspaper industry.

According to John MacAyeal, writing for Bizmology.com, one news service, together with editing tools and inkjet printers, is carving out a successful response to the recent decline of the standard traditional newspaper.

The author notes how several newspapers, including, for example, the Seattle-Post Intelligencer, have discarded their print editions in favour of online only. The Christian Science Monitor has also recently substituted its daily print edition to a weekly.

However, news provider niiu, with the help of editing tool Quark, and inkjet printers from supplier Oce, is bringing about the return of the daily printed newspaper in the face of its apparent decline.

This is how it works: its selling point is that consumers can build a newspaper entirely out of their own interests. Users create a profile specifying their particular interests. Niiu works by scouring the web for relevant news content, adhering to these interests, channelling them all finally in to what is a truly unique newspaper.

Printed out on an inkjet, which has an output of 3,000 36-page newspapers per hour, the paper is hand-delivered – yes, that's hand-delivered – to the customer's home.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Government Paying More Than Needed for Toner Cartridges

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 09:44:16 +0100

Some departments of the coalition government are paying more than they need for toner cartridges, a cabinet minister has said. According to LocalGov.co.uk, cabinet office minister Francis Maude told the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham that some government areas had been paying seven and a half times more than others for toner cartridges.

Detailing the £3 billion efficiency drive taking place in Westminster, Mr Maud said contracts with suppliers were being re-negotiated to drive down costs. The news provider reported him as telling delegates that the government would deal with suppliers "as a single customer instead of letting them play one part of government off against another".

Being a major customer, the minister said the Con-Lib coalition should benefit from big discounts. Noting this was "only the start" of cost-saving, Mr Maude also said the taxpayer would benefit from a £3 billion saving in this year alone.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Xerox Introduces Mobile Printing Tools for Businesses

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 09:56:34 +0100

Printer ink maker Xerox has launched a new set of tools to enable workers to print documents while on the move. The firm says its products will help remote workers and IT professionals stay on-task with workloads regardless of where they are based.

Xerox Mobile Print Solution means users can print emails, presentations and other documents from a smartphone or device with email capability. Enhanced Mobile Express and Global Print drivers offer a streamlined way to oversee print management.

The Mobile Express driver lets remote and mobile workers know what printers are available for their laptops instantly, while both products update automatically when new products are released, eliminating the need for users to manually install.

"No two mobile workers are the same – from the executive reviewing a presentation on his phone en route to a staff meeting to the Paris-based employee working at the New York headquarters – but all need an easy and secure way to print," said Chris Aked, marketing manager for solutions at Xerox UK.

"Our approach delivers simplicity for any location, helping mobile workers focus more on their business and less on how to print."

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Hewlett Packard Appoints New CEO

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:51:38 +0100

Printer ink maker HP has appointed a new president and chief executive officer. Leo Apotheker, previously chief executive officer of global software firm SAP, will also join HP's board of directors when he takes up his role on November 1st.

Mr Apotheker spent over 20 years at SAP, overseeing some of the organisation's key products and managing significant changes. Under his leadership, SAP's technology platform expanded, with the firm posting 18 consecutive fiscal quarters of double-digit growth between 2004 and 2009.

"Leo is a strategic thinker with a passion for technology, wide-reaching global experience and proven operational discipline - exactly what we were looking for in a chief executive officer," said Robert Ryan, lead independent director of HP's board.

"After more than two decades in the industry, he has a strong track record of driving technological innovation, building customer relationships and developing world-class teams," he added. Ray Lane, a managing partner at venture capital house Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, will also join HP as non-executive chairman.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Dell Donates 10 Million USD to Global Initiatives

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:33:38 +0100

Printer ink maker Dell will donate $10 million in cash and products toward driving education technology initiatives for young people in developing countries, the firm said in a statement.

Teaming up with the United Nations Private Sector Forum on the Millennium Development Goals, which aim to provide universal primary education by 2015, Dell will ensure over 70 per cent of its contribution will go to people in underserved countries, external to the US.

The printer ink firm is promoting its flagship programme, Dell YouthConnect, which aims to introduce 21st century skills, like critical thinking and communication, to underserved communities. Dell will also use its technology products to give young people a platform from which they can access these nurturing skills.

"Dell continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting educational and digital inclusion initiatives designed for young people. They are a true community partner in assisting UNICEF in its efforts to ensure that all children receive the education they deserve," Caryl Stern, president and chief executive officer of the US fund for UNICEF, said.

Last year Dell YouthConnect gave $8 million dollars to support 350,000 children in eight countries.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printer ink Transforming Airport Bookings

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:31:33 +0100

Printer ink is playing a key role in the increasing adoption of online airport booking services in South Africa. According to SouthAfrica.info, local airlines, together with Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), have unveiled a new system that means passengers can make flight bookings online and print off their boarding passes at home on their ink jet printers.

The system went live last month and has proved a hit with passengers, ACSA said. Johannesburg's OR Tambo International, Cape Town International, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein International Airports, and George and Kimberley Airports have all benefited from the process, which aims to eradicate queues at check-in.

"There are equally positive benefits for airlines, as the volume of people using their check-in desks will diminish, while giving them real-time monitoring of which passengers have already checked into the secure area," ACSA executive for airport operations, Bongani Maseko, said.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Canon Inkjet Troubleshooting Tips

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:27:41 +0100

Jack Times has offered some helpful troubleshooting tips for owners of the Canon i860 inkjet printer. Increasing in popularity, Canon products are popular with businesses and individuals alike, but, regardless of what type of printer you own, it is always good to know handy tips, the newspaper states.

One problem, the 5100 error, is detailed by the news provider. First, get in touch with your nearest Canon help centre and ask for the ink absorber to be replaced. The problem here is that the printer often says the absorber is full.

The error then needs to be reset, the newspaper says. Do this by holding down the "resume" button while pressing the "power" button. Releasing the resume button for a moment, you then need to press it twice. The printer's light will go from amber to green.

Next, release the power button and hit the resume key four times. Then press the power one last time to complete the process. Problem solved.

"Understanding what causes common error conditions and how to resolve those problems is the best way to keep your printer running smoothly year after year," the news provider said.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Change Your Font if You Want to Cut Printer Ink Usage

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:20:12 +0100

Changing your font of choice may help you cut down on your printer ink usage, it has been claimed. According to softwareplaza.net, a new application, known as Ecofont, is available to help users reduce their ink usage by streamlining their fonts.

The app uses Verdana as its main font, but has a "slight twist", the website says. Each letter written via Ecofont has gaps of white space embedded within the letters themselves. This reduces by an average of 20 per cent the ink usage per letter.

These holes do not affect the quality of the printed output, either, although the website did note that after size 18 the gaps did become more visible. But below this point text is still easily readable.

Using the app equates to using 20 per cent less words when you write your sentences or getting rid of 20 per cent of a lengthy report.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

InkJet Printer Care Tips

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:16:27 +0100

Printers can be quite expensive, so it is worth learning a few care tips to ensure your device lasts as long as possible. According to printingupdate.com, although the cleaning and maintenance of a printer is obvious, it is alarming how few printer owners actually do it.

The blog details the following as useful care tips:

First, keep an eye out for dust, one of the "worst enemies" to electronic products. It can get anywhere, and, if it starts collecting on the print heads and rollers, it can create paper jams and result in the production of poor quality prints. Investing in a cover to protect the printer when it is not being used would be a good idea.

Of course, it may be the case that your printer does get clogged up over time. In which case it's a good idea to run a maintenance programme from the printer's control menu. This will try to unclog the machine and re-align any misplaced parts.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Advanced Features for New Xerox Multi-function Printers

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:50:43 +0100

Printer ink maker Xerox has packed some exciting and sophisticated features into its new range of office colour multi-function printers (MFPs).

Utilising advanced colour with tools that enhance business productivity and reduce energy output, Xerox is releasing the WorkCentre 7545 and WorkCentre 7556 printers, specially designed for medium-sized enterprises.

The printers deliver colour print speeds of up to 45 and 50 pages-per-minute (ppm) and 45 and 55 ppm black-and-white, respectively.

"Xerox continues to introduce new products that get work done faster," said Malcolm Glynn, marketing manager for office at Xerox UK. "These new MFPs offer more ways to manage documents, making our customers more productive and efficient, and ultimately, more competitive."

Alongside the options to copy, scan, fax and email, new tools like advanced document management and workflow tools will make these devices integral in improving business productivity.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

HP and Paul McCartney to Deliver Historic Music Library via Private Cloud

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 09:47:20 +0100

Printer ink maker Hewlett Packard has signed an agreement to digitise and deliver the archive library of Paul McCartney.

HP will work closely with McCartney Productions Limited (MPL) to offer the ex-Beatle's historic archive through a private cloud platform, opening up parts of the library to fans and offering a "personal and unparalleled glimpse into McCartney's work." Cloud computing is simply the provision or storage of services over the internet (cloud).

"I've always been interested in creative ideas and new ways of reaching people, so this is a really exciting initiative for me," McCartney said. "I hope it will allow people who might be interested to access parts of our archives they might otherwise not be able to. I'm looking forward to working with HP on this project."

McCartney's library is understood to include works never seen before, a diverse range of paintings, art, film and images that stand alongside the master copies of what are some the best pop songs ever written.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Dont Worry if You Sent Something to the Printer by Mistake

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 08:55:48 +0100

We've all been there. We've all sent something to print in error, and it's typically the case that the print job will contain several pages, a complete waste of printer ink and paper. Unsure of what to do, many people opt for the 'turn it off and back on again' approach, only to find the offending documents begin to print again when the device is powered back up.

Responding to a reader's account of a similar scenario, Marc Saltzman of the Sync blog notes that this is a common experience, and mentions that one time he even tried to "pull the paper out of the printer in a panic". Of course, Mr Saltzman warns, that this is never a good idea, as it can cause serious damage to the printer.

Instead, he suggests a much easier and safer method. When a print job is in operation, users will spot a small printer icon close to the clock on the screen. By double-clicking on this picture, a control box will pop up. From there, simply select the particular job from the list, right click and select 'cancel'.

Hey presto.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Buying Printer Ink Cartridges Online Best Bet

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:27:56 +0100

Businesses should seriously think about buying their printer ink cartridges supplies online.

According to Bob Snodgrass, blogging at realwcs.blogspot.com, printer ink cartridges are almost universal in all walks of life and types of enterprise: from the student printing out homework, the holidaymaker printing out plane tickets, to the small business using printers every single day. However, despite being one of the most utilised items in any officer setup, it is well-known that printer ink cartridges can be a little on the expensive side.

In order to combat this, Mr Snodgrass says, some firms choose to simply buy cheaper printer cartridges. However, this may appear to be a good idea, it often doesn't work out that way. Lots of cheap cartridges produce poor quality documents, certainly not ideal for a functioning, professional business. Equally, firms may want to consider buying printer ink cartridges online, given, in the words of the blogger, that they can "help you save money also save you time".

Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's comprehensive printer ink cartridges range?

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Maker HP and Dubai Celebrate 10 Year Partnership

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:52:55 +0100

Printer ink maker Hewlett Packard will celebrate its ten year business partnership with Dubai Internet City (DIC).

According to Trade Arabia, HP will showcase several new printing products and printer ink cartridges recycling schemes at the upcoming Gitex Technology Week, held in the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

At the conference, HP will inaugurate its Planet Partners programme, which is in association with DIC. Planet Partners offers an accessible recycling service for HP toner cartridges.

"At our anniversary and marking HP's 10th year of presence at DIC, we will once again fulfil our commitment to the environment in partnership with a technology leader such as HP," Al Malek, managing director, DIC, said.

Microsoft and Yahoo! will also be present at the show, which will run from 17th to 21st October.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Canon Printer Ink Cartridges A Great Buy

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 08:57:43 +0100

Canon is one of the leading providers of printer ink cartridges in the industry, it has been stated. According to eugenelam.com, Canon ink cartridges do not just deliver excellent quality prints, they are also very versatile, being compatible with Brother and Epson printers too.

Internet-ink stock both Original Canon ink cartridges and compatible Canon cartridges. Our Canon compatibles provide more ink than originals, and use specially formulated OCP ink. Simply more ink, for less money.

Canon printer ink cartridges are extremely consistent, durable cartridges that provide super quality every time.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Dell Welcomes New Senior Vice President

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 08:46:21 +0100

Printer ink maker Dell has announced it will appoint a new senior vice president and chief marketing officer. Karen Quintos will take on the dual role after a spell of over ten years as one of Dell's marketing executives.

"Karen's success at Dell has come from her tremendous focus on our customers and her strong understanding of our commercial IT solutions," said Michael Dell, chairman and chief executive officer of the firm. "She is a world-class marketing professional and one of our most inspired and engaging leaders, and we are pleased to welcome her to our executive leadership team."

Quintos will take on responsibility for developing Dell's brand all over the world, leading on areas as such as global communications, social media, corporate responsibility, global research, marketing talent development and agency management. She had previously worked at Citigroup, where she was vice president of global operations and technology.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Using Wrong Toner Cartridges Equals Disastrous Results

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 10:06:00 +0100

More and more people are using printers to print out their digital photographs. However, according to Boosh News, it is very important to choose the right toner cartridge to go with your printer.

That is because selecting the wrong type of toner cartridge will almost certainly have an adverse effect on your prints, and may even cause the printer to completely break down. For that reason, always ensure you choose the right toner. That way, you will always get high quality prints with no frustrating slip-ups like smearing and blurring.

After all, these photographs are likely to be highly treasured possessions, so you will want to make sure they are in excellent condition to show to your friends and family. Also, you would do best to think about buying cartridges online – you can browse a really wide range and usually benefit from some great offers, too.

The website particularly recommended using Dell toner cartridges for photo printing – why not take a look at Internet-Ink's Dell range?

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Can Ink Cartridges Be Frozen

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 09:49:32 +0100

It is certainly possible to freeze printer ink cartridges, but it is probably not a very good idea.

A contributor at inkjetprinterinkcartridge.net, states that they only use one printer ink cartridge around every three months. The blogger wants to take advantage of cheap deals online, but notes that they are so inexpensive because they are usually running quite close to their expiration date. So would one solution be to simply freeze the ink cartridges, ensuring that the essential properties are protected?

Well, the idea that one can freeze ink cartridges is nothing but a myth, as responses to the hypothesis show. One user, William, warns against putting cartridges in the freezer, saying that they should in fact be kept sealed at room temperature. Anna notes that freezing ink will cause it expand and explode, which clearly would not sit too well amongst the frozen Yorkshire puddings!

Smedrik, who manufactures cartridges, said he was "annoyed by this "freezing them makes them last longer" misinformation that is going around", strictly warning against anything of the like. In fact, if looked after properly, there is absolutely no reason why printer ink cartridges can't last way beyond their expiration date.

The freezer? It's for food, not ink.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Epson Updates Its Inkjet Range

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 09:41:28 +0100

Printer ink maker Epson has launched a new Stylus model at Photokina, the photographic trade show held in Germany. According to Print Week, Epson showcased the Epson Stylus Pro 4900 at the expo, which will bolster its x900 inkjet roster.

A desktop machine, the 432 millimetre device offers a built-ink spectrophotometer. This device is a photometer that can verify the light intensity of documents produced. The larger Pro 7900 and Pro 9900 machines also employ this function.

The printer ink maker says that the spectrophotometer feature could "kick-start the remote proofing market" on two-page format desktop machines. The firm's 11-colour Ultrachrome HDR ink set, which includes orange and green, also features, with the 4900 offering a resolution of 1,440x2,880 dpi with a smallest ink droplet size of 3.5 pl.

Also at Photokina, which runs until 26th September, Epson will take part in a world record attempt to create the world's largest globe from photographic images.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Printer Ink Low - It Drives Some People Crazy

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 08:54:13 +0100

Printer users will be well aware of the frustrating error messages their devices throw up from time, whether it asks them to load more paper (even though there is paper present), causes a paper jam, or simply shuts down without warning.

But perhaps the most frustrating of all is the "low-ink" warning message. A contributor to the South Bend Tribune's regular tech column is not afraid to admit that this particular error message is driving her "crazy".

This message often chooses to appear when the user is in the process of doing something else too, further exacerbating the problem. Thankfully, all is not lost. The newspaper's expert, Kim Komando, advises that the solution can be found within a printer's monitoring software.

Kim suggests finding the icon for the software, opening it, and taking a look at the printer's program options. From here changes can be made to the ink alert notifications – meaning the annoying error message will plague users no longer.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

How To Choose The Best Toner Cartridges

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 13:40:56 +0100

It is very important to put some thought into buying toner cartridges, it has been stated. According to Boosh News, those who have never purchased printer ink before would do well to think about shopping online, as this is often where the best deals and choice can be found. And those running businesses will know all too well the hectic lifestyle that comes with that, another good reason to shop on the web.

It is also crucial that you select a toner that is compatible with your printer. Obviously, your printer won't work without suitable printer ink. Add to that the costs involved in getting it repaired, the problems it could pose in the middle of important tasks, and the need to buy properly becomes all too clear. By buying correct laser toner cartridges, not only will you eradicate these problems, but you will also know that your printing will be "accurate and precise".

Those looking for printer ink may wish to consider choosing Lexmark, recently declared by aarticles.info as being among the best in the world. Take a look at Internet-Ink's toner cartridges range.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Samsung Appoints New Print and Display Heads

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:55:51 +0100

Printer ink maker Samsung this week announced it would welcome two new managerial appointments for its UK print and display teams.

Dion Smith will join as general manager, print division, while Philip Gaut will come into the fold to head up the display division. Samsung said the new appointments cement its commitment to enhance the success of the three strings of its IT business, note PC, display, and print.

Mr Smith brings 20 years industry experience to the printer ink firm, and joins after holding leading senior roles across the world. His past work includes spells at Dell, where he had responsibility for sales, solutions and service, and at Hewlett Packard, where he developed its managed print services.

Mr Gaut joins from Acer, where he was head of peripherals and oversaw the firms TFT and projector sales. He has also worked at Sony and Canon. At Sony Mr Gaut held responsibility for projecting B2B Notebook and AV sales.

Graham Long, vice president of Samsung's UK and Ireland IT business, said: "Dion and Philip’s combined wealth of experience in the print, display and the IT industry make them invaluable additions to our team. We’re continuing to build the foundations of Samsung UK’s IT Business and I believe they will both play a key role in driving the long term growth of our brand across both markets."

The printer ink firm recently launched its new SF Series Note PCs and NF Series Netbook.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Rib & Yacht Charter Give Away

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 09:13:51 +0100

SouthSea Charters have agreed to give us 8 rib charter days to give away as part of this years Christmas promotion. In return we will give their yacht charter and rib hire services a plug on our website. These rib charter days normally cost £499 for a group of up to 12 people, so worth winning even if you give it as a Christmas present.

More details to come, but why not have a look at www.southsea-charters.co.uk

Other pages that might interest you.

Brother Attends Upcoming Business Shows

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:00:18 +0100

Printer ink maker Brother will showcase exciting new products and show its involvement in start-up business with its attendance at two UK business shows later this month. Brother will exhibit at the Manchester Business Show on 17th September and The Office Show at London's Earl's Court on the 21st and 22nd of the month.

The Manchester Business Show is a kind of mentorship event in which leading businesses and industry figures come together to give advice and answer questions from businesses looking to take the next step. Alongside Brother, organisations accounting, finance, IT, marketing and web design will be present.

The Office Show looks at developing relationships between those in senior business roles, such as office professionals, PAs, office managers and executive assistants, and potential new partners in business.

Phil Jones, Brother's sales and marketing director, said: "We're excited to be involved with these highly useful and well attended events. We're looking forward to meeting other dedicated business people and offering our expertise to growing enterprises."

Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's superb Brother printer ink and toner range?

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

New Brother LC985 Ink Cartridges and Printers

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 15:46:17 +0100

New to internet-ink are the high quality Brother LC985 Ink Cartridges. All the LC980 are available with the various colours including black,cyan,magenta and yellow. With both the original and compatible LC985 brother cartridges available to buy on our new updated pages consumers wont be disappointed.

The LC980 ink cartridges can be used with the various J series brother DCP and MFC printers including the:-
Brother DCP J125 Ink Cartridges
Brother DCP J515W Ink Cartridges
Brother MFC J220 Ink Cartridges
Brother MFC J415W Ink Cartridges
Brother MFC J410 Ink Cartridges
Brother MFC J265W Ink Cartridges

With other pritners , inks and pens beign updated regulary why not browse the pages to see what you can find check out www.internet-ink.co.uk

Ink Jet Printers Much Cheaper Than Other Printers

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 16:34:24 +0100

Ink jet printers, popular with small businesses and home users, are generally a lot cheaper than other alternatives, a blog has stated. According to articleblogzone.com, ink jet devices are also popular because they are lightweight and compact, meaning they are a snug fit on work desks. They also produce high-quality print jobs.

But one common problem consumers point to is the cost of printer ink cartridges for ink jet machines. The price of ink cartridges can make the cost of running a printer a tad more expensive than perhaps users factor-in.

However, the blog points to a few tips to help drive down these costs. One of these is to buy printer ink online. You'll find that costs are generally much cheaper than your average office supplies retailers. Online shops are also great because they offer more scope for comparison between brands.

This month fabstocks.com also said it was worthwhile heading to the web for printer ink cartridges. Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's fantastic range?

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Brother HL-5370DWT Laser Printer Review

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 16:22:50 +0100

The Brother HL-5370DWT Monochrome Laser Printer could be an option for homes that need large volume high-quality document printing. Although home users usually gravitate towards mutli-function inkjet printers; if your household prints mostly black and white documents, then a monochrome laser printer such as the Brother HL-5370DWT may suit your needs more, and make more economic sense int he long run.

At a price range of about £210, the HL-5370DWT may be expensive compared to most inkjet printers, but is considered very affordable compared to other models in its class. Good features of the laser printer include an automatic duplexer and a 150-sheet output tray.

For a laser printer, the HL-5370DWT is on the slow side, according to a review by PC World. Their print speed tests showed speeds of 26 ppm for text and 5.8 ppm for graphics, much slower than the printers manufacturer rated speed of 32 ppm. The multipurpose tray's plastic parts are flimsy, with paper guides that clatter when you push them in.

A few things about the Brother HL-5370DWT are bad, such as the slowness and rattly components. This makes the printer feel cheap in the wrong way. The printer's economy and versatility, however, make it an excellent all-around choice for the price.

How To Store Printer Ink Cartridges

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:02:40 +0100

If you operate a business that isn't constantly printing out reams and reams of documents, then you'll be familiar with the puzzle of what to do with half-full printer ink cartridges you won't be using for a while.

After all, you can't just leave them in the printer. Ink manufacturers warn against this because they are quite likely to leak – and that would be really frustrating. So what can you do with them?

If the cartridge contains a transport clip supplied with your cartridge then reapply till you are ready to use this cartridge.

Further, preventions include wipe with either a clean dry paper towel, check the print and replace into the printer. In terms of storage, store your spare cartridges in a dry place at room temperature as hotter temperatures will dry up your ink and cold temperatures will separate your inks and decrease the quality of your printing.

If You Work From Home Consider Toner Cartridges

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 08:48:16 +0100

Those lucky enough to work from home will know only too well its benefits: no lengthy and stressful morning commute, no conforming to a work dress style. Yet there are still some important considerations for the home worker, most notably the setup of the home office.

According to Boosh News, choice of toner cartridges should be a prime consideration. The site advises shopping online for toner cartridges, as this is most likely to prove the most cost-effective solution.

After all, you'll want to save money. If you are setting up for the first time, you'll have to factor in not just your computer and printer, but also toner cartridges, and other items like office furniture.

"You can also shop for some deep discounts since online stores are a great place to find some things for your home office that are markedly cheaper than those you would locate in the retail stores in your area," the site said. "Buying toner cartridges is a very important part of running a home office."

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer ink cartridges recycling earns man �5,000

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 11:50:47 +0100

A volunteer has managed to raise over £5,000 pound by collecting printer ink cartridges for recycling.

According to the Dunmow and Broadcast Reporter, Martyn Linwood has been running a printer ink cartridges recycling programme since 2004. Recently he set up an operation on eBay, realising the site had significant potential.

Mr Linwood gives the money to a local charity, Support 4 Sight, which is desperate for funds. It has taken printer ink and toner cartridges for recycling for many years.

Support 4 Sight's services development officer, Christine Marshall, told the newspaper: "We are so grateful to Martyn for operating this recycling scheme and donating so much money to us.

"The funds raised through this recycling operation have proved invaluable in helping Support 4 Sight provide services to blind and visually impaired people and their families over the years."

Interested in recycling your printer ink and toner cartridges? Take a look at Internet-Ink's scheme.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Buying Printer Ink Cartridges Online Saves Money

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 11:46:56 +0100

Businesses, large and small, will all know the importance of saving money, especially in these difficult economic times. And one part of a firm's operation ripe for cost-saving is its office supplies budget.

According to favstocks.com, buying supplies, such as printer ink cartridges, from a standard office shop, is "about the most expensive choice you can make when stocking up". Yet, it's still the method of choice for many people.

So why not think about buying printer ink cartridges from an online seller, like Internet-Ink?

According to the site, it is well worth your while to price printer ink online. Most online vendors are much cheaper than physical stores, and your precious time is saved by ordering printer ink at the click of a button.

It's also worth buying in bulk. According to a blogger at kiwonwang.com, consumers should ensure they have extra supplies to hand – you never know when you might need it.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Innovative Uses for the Sharpie

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 09:02:38 +0100

The versatile Sharpie pen has a wide range of creative uses. According to parentdish.com, a Sharpie pen can be used to jazz up thank you notes at a baby shower.

A baby shower is an opportunity for family and friends to celebrate the birth, or expectation, of a child. It's also an opportunity for the delighted mother and father to be "showered" with presents. The website suggests that a really good way to impress guests, and save a bit of cash, too, would be to use a Sharpie pen to create a "whimsical, homemade gift".

When creating some thank you gifts, like plastic baby bottles filled with sweets, a box of mementos, or even just a snack bowl, you could use a metallic Sharpie pen to write the name of the guest and the date of the baby shower on the side of the item. Tack on some plastic beads and hey-presto, you've a personal gift for your friend or family member to cherish.

Take a look at Internet-Ink's Sharpie range.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Cleaning a Printer Regularly Makes Huge Difference

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 08:53:56 +0100

It is not a difficult job, although it is certainly not all that enjoyable, but printer ink users who regularly clean their printer will see that it makes a massive difference to the quality, output and longevity of their device. According to lonad.com, users should also bear costs in mind, because regular cleaning can mean that less parts get broken, thus less bits have to be purchased as replacements.

The most important thing to do in preparation for printer cleaning is to always read through any literature provided by the manufacturer. This will contain any information you'll need to know in advance of cleaning, and will help you to avoid affecting the printer's warranty.

First, switch the printer off and disconnect it from the mains. Then take out the toner cartridges and printer ink cartridges from the printer – and watch out for printer ink spillage. Keep some towels to hand if this happens.

In general, don't use standard household washing products, especially ammonia-based ones, because they can damage the printer. Just use a small amount of a cleaning product (like printer cleaning ink). Pour it onto a clean, dry cloth, not directly onto the machine. Then, simply, clean around the inside, ensuring any dust and toner (that can get clogged up) is removed. Finally, clean the outside of the printer with a dry, clean cloth.

The website also recommended ensuring the roller and glass is dusted and cleaned at least four times a year.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Canon BCI-24 Ink Cartridges Reviewed

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:01:15 +0100

Canon's BCI-24 printer ink cartridge is a versatile cartridge that can be used across Canon's printer range, according to myofficeportal.org.

The printer ink maker is a proven leader in delivering products that do not just match but actually exceed industry standards and customer expectation. A glance at a print using a BCI-24 cartridge shows, the blog feels, show its all-round superiority and excellence.

Whatever documents you print onto, be it normal office paper or photo paper, the brilliance and richness of the printer ink cartridges colours and stylings will shine through. And the cartridges are particularly good for business use: they produce professional documents that can be used in presentations and meetings.

"Vivid colours also distinguish the Canon BCI-24 ink cartridges from its competition. Your prints will come out excellent whether you will be printing web pages, photos or just normal documents," the blog said.

Take a look at Internet-Ink's Canon range.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Lexmark Launches New Rewards Scheme

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 08:56:54 +0100

Printer ink maker Lexmark this week announced details of a new customer reward scheme it says will save people money and help contribute to the environment.

The UK Lexmark Rewards Scheme is available to all C54x and X54x Series colour laser printer owners. All they need to do is log on and register some details to make savings.

Consumers can sign on at lexmarkrewards.com. The printer ink maker will send out a free imaging kit whenever a user's printer needs one, as long as the customer owns the laser printer and uses and returns Lexmark toner cartridges (they must be genuine).

Also, customers will receive a free high yield toner for every ten toner cartridges returned for recycling. And two free credits are added to customers' accounts upon registration for the scheme.

Steve Purdy, general manager of Lexmark UK, said: "By signing up, they can guarantee saving on printing costs as they earn credits to redeem free consumables. We’re aiming to help our users to think about the way they consume their printer supplies by recycling as much as possible, and we’re proud to support their efforts with this new scheme."

Printer ink maker Lexmark recently announced the appointment of a new supplies director, Chris Law.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Brother Launches New Label Printers

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 08:52:18 +0100

Printer ink maker Brother has launched two sophisticated new labelling printers. The printer specialist has unveiled the TD-4000 and the TD-4100N, specifically for the warehouse, logistics, health, food and retail markets.

A high-speed device, the TD-4000 offers barcode label software, web management and a cutter. The TD-4100N has all these and is enhanced by modern networking tools.

Mike Kelly, head of identification at the printer ink firm, said: "These two new labelling machines bring a lower cost of ownership solution to our product line up. The QL range offers low initial investment and high quality output, whilst the TD models offer high quality print volumes and low running costs, so now Brother can offer a solution for a wide variety of applications and budgets."

The label printers, which are network-ready, print at a speed of 110 millimetres a second, accept labels up to 102 millimetres wide and boast a print quality of 300 dots per inch.

Recently Brother's printer ink cartridges were praised for being "pioneering"

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Choose The Right Printer And Toner Cartridges

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 16:16:59 +0100

It's important to put some time into choosing a laser printer and accompanying toner cartridges.

According to the Ink Technologies blog, smaller printers with minimum features, typically inkjet ones, are usually the typical choice for homes. However, for the small office or business, laser printers represent the better option.

But it's still important to think about which one will suit you best – and the toner cartridge can often play a role in influencing the decision.

Firstly, think about what you'll actually need a printer for. Is it just a case of a machine that will simply scan and print? Or will you be copying documents? And what about a fax facility? Well, if you want to basic jobs, it will be fairly clear what to go for. However, if you'll be needing several functions, then a multi-purpose laser printer will be a great choice.

And through making this decision, you'll be able to better choose what kind of toner cartridge you'll need.

This is because you need to consider what projects you'll be using your printer for. For graphics printing, you'll need colour and high resolution toner cartridges; for black and white text, clearly you'll just need black toner.

So the toner is really the most important factor to think about when choosing a printer.

"If you have a large capacity office, you are going to want to purchase a printer whose toner can print out thousands of documents. In the same aspect, if you print at small volume rates, get toner that lasts only a few hundred pages so you don’t have to throw toner out when they expire," the blog said.

Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's printer ink range?

Printer Ink Cartridges Recycling Success In Devon

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:35:55 +0100

Residents in a Devon town have hailed efforts to recycle items that include printer ink cartridges. Rubbish collection services in Torbay are set to change, prompting some criticism from locals, thisissouthdevon.co.uk reported.

However, councillor Gordon Hook, Teignbridge Council's executive member for environmental services, told the newspaper that the area's recycling system should be looked at as a win-win situation. "If this new system can be made to work, then it is a real benefit to the environment, taking away poisonous waste from landfill sites," he said.

Residents in Teignbridge, who already operate under the system proposed for Torbay, have pointed to it as a model for recycling success. They have separate bins for printer ink cartridges and glass, as well as disposal facilities for other items like compost and plastic. "The system has very much settled down now and we have been in the top ten in the country for recycling in the last six or seven years," Mr Hook told the news provider.

Thinking about recycling your printer ink cartridges? Take a look at Internet-Ink's recycling scheme.

Successful Pupils Have Extra Printer Ink Cartridges'

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:30:42 +0100

Those pupils likely to do well at school will have a functioning printer and an extra printer ink cartridge to hand in case of emergency, a blog has suggested.

Writing for wickedlocal.com, Peter Manoogian discussed common features of successful students, drawing on his 35 years of experience.

And one of them is to ensure pupils have a printer in good working order and extra printer ink stocked up – just in case. This is because making out that you couldn't complete your work because you ran out of printer ink, or because your printer broke down, just will not wash in schools and universities anymore.

"Make sure your printer is functioning and that you have an extra ink cartridge. Teachers have heard the “technology tales of woe all too often," he wrote.

Mr Manoogian's other tips include undertaking detailed and studious reading, being thoroughly organised – both in terms of notebooks and papers and personal routine – always attending school, and communicating productively with teachers.

Stocking up for the new school season? Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's printer ink range?

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

How To Get Printer Ink Out Of Clothing

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 08:49:43 +0100

We all know how it feels to spill something unfortunate on our clothing, especially if it's something that may prove difficult to get out, like tomato ketchup, oil, or even printer ink.

A printer ink stain happened to a contributor to Yahoo Answers, and she has received some helpful advice. The user, calimom3, said that she had accidentally got printer ink on her beige denim shorts after leaning over the counter at a shop. Despite putting them in the washer and dryer, the unfortunate stain remained.

Thankfully, help is at hand. Ladychuch2002 suggests dosing the stain area with soap and letting is set for a short while before washing it again. Further advice came from cindybd, who thought that denatured alcohol – which can be bought in most store's household sections. This type of alcohol is supposed to be very good at removing ink, especially if it is permanent.

So if you ever accidentally get a printer ink stain, don't fear, it could be solvable!

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Choosing the Right Toner Cartridges

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 08:46:45 +0100

A blog has laid out some tips for choosing the right toner cartridge to suit you. According to limewebs.com, it is important to select carefully the type of toner cartridge you're going to go for. Think about what sort of printing you'll be doing – it's important to factor something like that in when choosing.

It's important to know your printer's model details – armed with these details you can then see which toner cartridge will prove best. Once you've identified the best toner cartridge, it's time to make the purchase. Head to a reputable supplier, such as Internet-Ink. You may also see some other cartridges that interest you, too. Once you've got your toner cartridge, the best way to check the quality of it is to run a test print and check it out.

This month printer ink maker Brother's cartridges were recommended as being a market leader for trustworthiness.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Printer Ink Cartridge Care Tips

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 08:43:34 +0100

It is often claimed that printer ink cartridges can be expensive. Sometimes you find a great deal on a printer, only to find the ink cartridges that go with it are a tad pricey. However, according to mocds.org, with a bit of simple care and attention there's no reason to be worried. Just follow these tips and you'll be fine.

The first thing is to recognise that if you want something to last you have to take good care of it. The same goes for ink cartridges. An important tip is to never touch the copper plate at the head of an ink cartridge. The copper plates should have a plastic cover over them to protect from static electricity which could damage the head and, consequently, the printer itself.

Also, ensure you keep an eye on the quality of the prints your printer is producing. If you spot grainy lines or blurry bits, the cartridge head probably needs a good clean out. This can be easily done, the site says: "Usually, printers will possess a cleaning option for addressing just this issue. Try running the cleaning option and see if the printer’s blurriness disappears. It may take two or three cleanings to get it entirely cleared off."

Finally, always read the instructions that come with ink cartridges – different brands have different guidelines – so adhere to them.

If you are thinking of buying printer ink cartridges for the first time you will be interested to know that Canon's cartridges were recently praised for being amongst the most trusted on the market.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Back to School Items Now In!

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:54:28 +0100

We have just added hundreds of new items for our pen ranges just in time for the start of term.

For those students who need technical drawing equipment, our Rotring range has expanded to include all the pens and nibs you'll ever need, plus new templates and drawing packs.

We also have a large stock of Sharpie, Berol, and Paper Mate pens and sets. Paper Mate pens are perfect for students who want a smooth writing experience, whilst not having to pay a fortune! Berol colouring pens are great for art projects of all kinds, and Sharpie products write on just about anything so go wild on your new pencil cases and school ties!

Ink and Toner � Its the Little Differences

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:12:37 +0100

How does printer ink and toner differ?

According to onetoblog.com, it is important for businesses and individuals to know exactly what the difference is between these two types of printer material so they can maintain their IT systems properly.

The blog defines ink cartridges as being like paper and a pencil. Here printer ink comes in a liquid form, and a simple process sees the ink transmitted to paper via one of the wells in the machine. Additionally, some inks are water-based, while some still use oil. Ink cartridges are easy to replace, widely available and are functional and compact.

Toner is a carbon-based material, dry to touch, that uses polymer. Printers use a laser to transfer toner to paper, with heat melting the toner cartridge compound. Every printer ink maker develops its own compositions for toner, the site says, often resulting in what it calls "beautiful particles" in final resolution.

Users may find that toner cartridges are the better choice for printing documents in bulk.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Canon Printer Ink Cartridges Most Trusted

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:09:17 +0100

Canon printer ink cartridges lead the market for quality and durability, it has been stated.

According to mp620.info, it is important to select an appropriate printer ink brand to go with a printer, since the longevity of a printer is of paramount importance. Therefore, select a quality printer ink cartridge, like a Canon one, for assured quality.

When a poor-quality cartridge could actually harm your printer, it is all the more important that branded cartridges are purchased. For this reason, Canon is "one of the most trusted names" when it comes to ink cartridges.

As reliable and consistent products, Canon printer ink cartridges are used all over the world, from homes to businesses large and small. And they are versatile enough to print off a plethora of documents, from corporate brochures to emails.

According to the website, you really shouldn't go elsewhere for printer ink. "Canon cartridges meet all your needs."

Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's Canon range?

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Never Let Printer Ink Stocks Dry Up

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 08:53:33 +0100

Computer users should let their supplies of printer ink run out at their peril, a blog has stated.

A blogger at technology website kiwonwang.com said they were close to missing out on a great job opportunity – all because of low reserves of printer ink!

Speaking to client over the phone one day, the writer was informed that the project they were working on had proved interesting to the client. So much so, in fact, that the client wanted the blogger to fax them over a formal proposal. It looked like a creative partnership was on the cards!

The writer was given an hour time window to get things sorted. Easy enough, one might think. But no – they didn't have enough ink left to print out the necessary documents for faxing.

A mad dash ensued to the nearest printer ink shop, where a replacement ink cartridge was found and document fired off – only in the nick of time, mind.

The moral of the little tale? "I've learned from now on to be prepared. I have a supply of printer ink in the office room closet now for just these kinds of situations."

Recently Brother's printer ink cartridges were singled out for being "pioneering". Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's Brother range?

Posted by Jamie Foster.

More and More Firms are Recycling Printer Ink

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:38:04 +0100

An array of businesses and organisations now place strong emphasis on recycling printer ink cartridges. This month a biological sciences department at a US university issued a call for donations of printer ink and toner cartridges to be used as part of its recycling programme.

According to tmcnet.com, the biological sciences organisation of Louisiana State University at Alexandria asked for the donations of printer ink cartridges and cell phones. It said the items would be sent to a "zero-landfill" site.

Equally, the financial benefits were also highlighted. The university said all monies received as a result of the recycling process would go straight back into the operating kitty for the education centre's student organisation.

Why not think about recycling your firm's printer ink cartridges? According to Boosh News, setting up such a process could help enterprises reduce their carbon footprint and save money, too. "Your choice to recycle your printer cartridge saves money, and allows you to be environmentally conscious," the website site claimed.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Brother Printer Ink Cartridges Are Pioneering

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:27:16 +0100

Businesses will find that Brother printer ink cartridges are at the forefront of printer ink quality.

According to clickromford.co.uk, Brother is a pioneering force within the printing and technology industries. The site has singled out four main factors it feels contribute to the firm's prestigious standing.

First is the significant research and development Brother undertakes in the development of every printer ink cartridge it makes, helping it achieve excellent image balance. Second, advanced matching techniques enabled the printer to sync varied colours easily. Thirdly, evenness of printer ink distribution is secured with the use of precision technology. Finally, the firm ensures its printer ink is free from smearing and clogging when in use.

So, if you are looking for a great printer ink cartridge that always delivers, why not choose those made by Brother? After all, the "Brother brand of printer ink cartridges is a proven brand for quality."

In addition to making excellent printer ink cartridges, Brother also places a strong focus on environmental issues.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Xeroxs New WorkCentre 3550 Boosts Office Productivity

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:02:27 +0100

Printer ink maker Xerox's new 3550 WorkCentre printer brings together contemporary printer sophistication to help users increase productivity.

Combining high speed copy facilities and excellent print and fax capabilities, the WorkCentre 3550 is specifically designed for use by those who work as part of busy teams for both small-and-medium and large-sized businesses. With an optimum printing speed of 33 pages per minute, the printer boasts 1200 x 1200 enhanced image quality can hold 550 sheet paper capacity - expandable to 1,050 sheets.

Excellent networking features, like colour scanning, the ability to copy to email with lightweight directory access protocol (LDAP) and remote working through CentreWare Internet Services, mean the 3550 totally delivers for the modern user. The compact WorkCentre 3550 is available in three variants: the WorkCentre 3550X, the WorkCentre 3550XT and WorkCentre3550XTS.

Malcolm Glynn, marketing manager for Xerox UK, said the WorkCentre offered everything a fast-paced business environment would need to function well. "The WorkCentre 3550 offers all the essential features required in today’s busy office environment combined with robust performance and advanced scanning features, he said.

Last month it was announced that Ursula Burns, chairman and chief executive officer of Xerox, would speak at this year's Citi technology conference.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Is It A Pen Is It A Pencil No Its A Sharpie Liquid Pencil

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:37:09 +0100

Pen firm Sharpie is set to release a sophisticated new liquid pencil. It writes as smoothly as a pen but erases just like a pencil!

According to ubergizmo.com, Sharpie's Liquid Pencil combines advanced writing technologies to produce an impressive tool that is part pencil, part pen and part permanent marker.

The pencil uses liquid graphite to enable it to write just like a traditional pen, maintaining the fluidity associated with a standard quill.

Users can 'rub out' what they have written – like an ordinary pencil – but they'll only have 24 hours in which to do this. After that, their writing becomes permanent.

Tech blog Engadget said: "It's better than any erasable pen we've ever used, and it definitely writes like a decent clicky-pen, so we can't fault it too much."

Sharpie's Liquid Pencil will go on sale in September.

Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's great Sharpie range?

Posted by Johnny McMaster

HP LaserJet 4350 Cartridges Replacement

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:07:48 +0100

Hewlett Packard's LaserJet 4350 uses advanced laser technology to aid users in printing high-quality text and images onto the page.

HP's printer ink is a powder-based substance known as toner, and is stored in the toner cartridge assembly. According to ehow.com, their replacement is a simple and straightforward process.

It is important that toner cartridges are replaced regularly, although of course this depends on how often the printer is in use. Users unaware of what toner cartridge they need to order when the time comes can find the product serial code on the toner cartridge sticker.

To remove and replace toner cartridges, follow these instructions:

Firstly, open the printer's tab that will give access to the cartridge holder. This will be just below the control panel.
Next, pull the toner cartridge out of the machine. Then dispose of the unwanted cartridge. Why not recycle it? Internet-Ink offers a scheme.
After removing the box and any other material that protects the new toner cartridge, simply place it in the empty slot, with the toner label facing you. Simple!

This month it was suggested that firms should take extra care when disposing of printer ink cartridges, because they can contain chemicals that could be detrimental to persons' health.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Brother Reveals Environmental Progress

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:04:06 +0100

Printer ink maker Brother has published a report outlining its progress on focussing on environmental issues. The firm's Corporate Responsibility Report offers a broad overview of its year-long activities that go way "beyond the balance sheet".

Acknowledging the importance of climate change awareness, the printer ink firm discusses its firm track-record on ecological emphases, highlighting the company's development partnership with Cool Earth, the environmental charity, to work to save the valuable Peruvian Rainforest eco-system.

Jayne Broddle, Brother's corporate responsibility manager, said: "Businesses are increasingly being asked to demonstrate how they measure up beyond their balance sheet and we have a good story to tell - with a clear commitment to environmental issues, the health and safety of our employees and to making a positive contribution to our industry and the local community."

The report also covered issues such as employee welfare, due diligence, industry liaison and community involvement. Green Brother is the name of the printer ink firm's environmental arm.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Printer Reset Problems Resolved

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:46:12 +0100

Printer ink users will be interested to hear some handy tips for resolving frustrating printer reset issues.

While most work is done via electronic devices, the printer is one of few devices that can deliver hard copies of vital documents, and as a result is popular in both homes and business, reports myofficeportal.org.

Business-based printers, especially shared ones, require most care and attention, as they are often pushed to their printing limits by a range of departments. A user's first port of call should be to look at the instruction information and maintenance kit. If that doesn't do the trick, users should check the company website and, failing that, log a call with their provider who will send a technician to help.

However, for problems with printer memory, printer ink spooler, and other settings, a simple reset may just be the best remedy – yes, it does seem that the old "turn it off and back on again" really is effective.

"As we have been iterating again and again, resetting a printer is no big deal and anyone with a basic knowledge of printers can do it. All you need to do is follow some simple steps and get it done," the site said.

For printer ink cartridges problems, head to Internet-Ink's helpful support centre.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Maker Dell Improves Offer For 3PAR

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:23:44 +0100

Printer ink maker Dell has said that it has increased its offer to acquire the data storage firm 3PAR.

The firm's offer for 3PAR stands at $24.30 (£15.70) per share in cash, or around $1.6 billion (£1.03 billion).

Dell has said in a statement that the storage solutions leader has accepted the offer.

Dell had previously inked a deal to acquire 3PAR for $18 per share (£11), but, being trumped by rival Hewlett Packard, became embroiled in a bidding war.

It believes its improved offer will seal the deal.

The acquisition will form part of Dell's strategy, active over several years, of providing its data centre customers with a range of storage systems. 3PAR, which will become a subsidiary of Dell, will help to expand this plan.

Dave Johnson, senior vice president of Dell corporate strategy, said: "Storage is at the forefront of this strategy.

"With the 3PAR acquisition, Dell with have the broadest set of differentiated storage solutions in the market today."

Formed in 1984, Dell has its headquarters in Texas, US.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Brother Toner Cartridges Amongst Most Popular

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:20:00 +0100

Toner cartridges manufactured by Brother are among the most popular for printer users, it has been stated.

According to tonercartrages.com, choosing a high-quality toner cartridge is important for any laser printer owner.

Purchasing ones from premium brands is vital, since poor quality ones can suffer from printer overheating. This can cause parts of toner to melt, fusing with printer paper.

To avoid this, use high-quality toner cartridges, such as those from Brother, HP or Dell.

The website specifically recommends Brother's TN-350 black toner cartridge, Dell's X5015 310-5417 cartridge, and HP's 92A C4092A model.

Other good toner cartridges include HP's 2550, 2550L, 2820, and 2840 products and Brother's TN-460, TN-430, and DR-400 items.

However, the website urges printer users to always buy from verified sellers, such as Internet-Ink. It is "always beneficial to use a high quality brand name toner," the site said.

And when your toner cartridges run out, as eventually they will do, consider how you will dispose of them carefully. Think about recycling them – Internet-Ink run a helpful scheme.

Posted by Jamie Foster

New Sharpie and Berol Pens and Accessories Now Available!

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:00:56 +0100

New Sharpie and Berol Pens and Accessories are now available at Internet-ink!

Check out are massive Sharpie section to find great deals on permanent marker packs.

Our Berol section has also had many new products added.

We are constantly added new products to our site, so keep checking back often!

Lexmark Appoints New UK and Ireland Supplies Director

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 09:21:53 +0100

Printer ink maker Lexmark announced this week it will appoint a new supplies director to take charge of its UK and Ireland operations.

Chris Law, who joined the company in 2002, will move from his current role as head of business development for the EMEA supplies team, bringing a wealth of valid experience in supplies management and Lexmark technology with him.

Steve Purdy, Lexmark UK's general manager, welcomed the appointment. "Chris exemplifies what the Lexmark team stands for and the technology we have to offer consumers and businesses; a trusted and valued service. Chris's expertise will drive the current retail and business-to-business sales for our UK team and further encourage new customers to look to Lexmark for all their printing requirements."

He will now work to improve the company's market share in consumer and business consumables respectively, enhance customer loyalty, and highlight its environmental strategies.

Mr Law has also been business manager for Lexmark's consumer products division.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

How to Dispose of Empty Printer Ink Cartridges

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 09:19:09 +0100

Businesses should ensure they treat the disposal of empty printer ink and toner cartridges separately from other general office supplies. This is important because ink cartridges can contain chemicals that may have a negative effect on health.

According to Jude Chao at ehow.com, it is also vital proper care is taken over printer ink disposal since the ecological impact of wrong disposal is so large. The materials that make up printer ink cartridges, such as plastics, can take some 1,000 years to fully decompose after being sent to landfill.

The solution? Recycle your empty cartridges. You'll do your bit for the environment and could benefit from some cash rewards, too. After removing your empty ink cartridge from your printer, put it back in its original box if you can.

Then take the empty cartridge to a recycling point or, if bought from a printer ink supplier, get involved in their recycling scheme. Internet-Ink, for example, collect empty ink cartridges via white recycling bags it includes with its recyclable ink cartridges.

Finally, ensure you securely pack the empty cartridge with bubble wrap or newspaper so it doesn't get damaged.

Boosh News recently suggested that firms that adopt a printer ink recycling strategy could significantly reduce their carbon footprints.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Epson Launches Sophisticated New Printers PX720WD and PX820FWD

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 09:07:51 +0100

Printer ink maker Epson has this week launched its advanced Stylus Photo PX720WD and Stylus Photo PX820FWD printers.

Utilising Wi-Fi and Ethernet technology, the all-in-one inkjets will give users quality prints that, the firm claims, are of better definition than those produced in the lab.

Functional with Epson's Claria photographic printer ink, the PX720WD has a 6.3cm screen and easy-to-use navigation panel, and users can also sync the printer with memory cards, USB keys and PictBridge-enabled cameras (eradicating the need for a PC), allowing them to select and edit images directly from these devices.

The PX820FWD can print, scan and copy in high definition, and comes packed with features including Wireless N technology, automatic document feeder and double-sided printing.

Simon Hanly, product specialist at Epson UK, said: "The Epson PX720WD is a great choice for users who want the practicality of an all-in-one printer combined with better-than-lab-quality photo printing. In addition, the Epson PX720WD features Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, making it the perfect option for those who want the flexibility to share the printer with others in the home."

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Maker Lexmark to Sue Replacement Cartridge Manufacturers

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:57:23 +0100

Printer ink firm Lexmark has announced it is to sue several replacement cartridge makers that, in its view, are committing patent infringement. The Kentucky firm announced it had filed legal notices with the US International Trade Commission (ITC) and the US District Court for the Southern District of Ohio last Friday.

Both claims are similar, and are against 24 companies that are involved in the manufacture, importation and sale of replacement cartridges for a range of Lexmark laser printers and multifunction devices.

The ITC complaint argues that the replacement ink cartridges sold by these firms infringes at least 15 patents owned by Lexmark. The firm wants the ITC to issue an exclusion order that will ban the import and sale of cartridges that infringe said patents.

The District Court complaint contains allegations similar to those in the ITC filing and seeks equitable relief, monetary damages and the payment of representatives' fees.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Printer Ink Cartridges Used to Make Sci-fi Models

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:54:34 +0100

Old printer ink cartridges have been put to creative use after an artist has recreated several famous science fiction characters and dioramas.

Instead of just throwing them in the bin, Faith Pearson created figures like King Kong, Star Trek's famous Starship Enterprise and Godzilla out of printer ink cartridges, reported geek.com. The results are impressive, and show just to what diverse and varied uses printer ink cartridges can be put.

Recently printer ink was used by Epson to 'print out' a replica Acura/Honda NSX Super GT race car, and a designer has even made hip-hop wrapping paper out of ink.

Other uses include recycling ink cartridges. This is now an easy process, saving consumers money in the long-run and working to help the environment, too. Recycled cartridges turn into remanufactured cartridges, and their cost-efficiency is passed on to the customer.

Take a look at Internet-Ink's printer ink cartridge recycling scheme.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

New Rotring Products Added!

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:52:37 +0100

New Rotring Pens and Accessories are now available at Internet-ink! Our new range is located here.

New products include a full selection of Rotring Ink Bottles, a greatly expanded range of Rapidograph and Isograph nibs, and a whole new Rotring temple and set square section. All our Rapidograph, Isograph, and ArtPen ranges have also been updated, so take a look!

Canon Releases Selphy CP800

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:41:38 +0100

Canon released an addition to its line of compact photo printers by unveiling the Selphy CP800 on Thursday 19th August.

Designed for modern living, the Selphy CP800 not only comes packed with great features, it also looks good in a choice of two colours and will sit happily anywhere in your home.

With a price tag set at under £75, the Selphy CP800 is a dye sublimation printer (which uses heat to transfer ink to paper) that specialized in standard 4x6 photos, although it does print other photo sizes. Printing a borderless postcard-sized photo will take 47 seconds on the Selphy C800.

Before printing, users can preview images on a 2.5-inch LCD screen, and has an Image Shuffle feature that will allow users to turn favorite pictures into a collage.

While the printer has a USB port that can connect to computers, it can also be used as a standalone photo printer. The Selphy CP800 can print photos directly from a USB flash drive and memory cards, as well as the popular PictBridge camera interface. A Bluetooth dongle is also availiable for an extra cost for those who do a lot of printing from their mobile devices.

Canon PIXMA iP4840 Maximises Ink Cartridge Efficiency

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:39:13 +0100

A new printer that specialises in producing photos and documents has been released, which could interest those with ink cartridges.

The Canon PIXMA iP4840 produces prints at high speeds and will replace the iP4700, Anton Chuiko tells IT Chuiko.

The print head of the device has a class ink drop volume of one picolitre and can produce a maximum print resolution of approximately 9,600/d.

According to the blogger, the use of five separate ink tanks, which can be replaced independently, will also optimise ink usage.

Mr Chuiko said: "The printer has fast print speeds of ISO ESAT: approximately 11.0 images per minute in monochrome and approximately 9.3 images per minute in colour and picture 10x15cm, professional-quality borderless prints in about 20CE."

Earlier this month, Canon announced that it would be launching a number of printers in the PIXMA range that would be taking advantage of the company's Intelligent Touch System.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Ink Cartridges: Best Home Printers Revealed

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 09:57:47 +0100

There are many things to consider when choosing a new home printer, such as price, the type of ink cartridges used and quality of prints, which can be confusing. PC World has advised consumers that when opting for an inkjet printer for the home they should look for a good all-rounder that will do a great job on text, photos and scanning.

"A multifunction inkjet printer would be best suited to these tasks," the news provider suggested. It recommended several machines, such as the Canon Pixma MP270, which it said is low-priced and offers a good printing speed as well as simple USB set-up.

The HP Photosmart B109a was also highlighted as a more expensive and better quality printer. According to the news provider, it is great for everyday printing needs but not spectacular for producing photos.

Before settling on a printer take note of the cost of new ink cartridges and how long each one is likely to last.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Ink Cartridges: Canon Unveils New Printers

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 09:52:22 +0100

Canon has unveiled a new range of printers which the firm says are easy to use and give great quality pictures when combined with its ink cartridges.

The Canon Pixma range utilises Canon's new Intelligent Touch System, offers full HD movie prints and allows users to access images directly from Flickr.

Available this October, the Pixma MG8150 and Pixma MG6150 are all-in-one printers that look good and are straightforward to operate, Canon said.

"The new Pixma MG Series does it all in unrivalled style," the firm added. A large control panel guides users through the printing process and the printers are wireless to allow images to be produced from a range of devices, including iPhones, smartphones and the Playstation 3.

Canon’s printer range also includes the Pixma iP4700, which can print straight on to DVDs and make double-sided prints, and the rechargeable Pixma iP100.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Printer Ink: How to Solve Common Printer Problems

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 09:03:11 +0100

Using a printer and toner cartridges to create images can sometimes throw up problems, but simple issues can be easily resolved. Just like other technological gadgets printers can go wrong, but there is no need to panic if your machine freezes or the paper gets stuck.

Boosh News points out that if the software crashes and the printer stops responding while producing the images then a reboot is necessary. Cancel the print job and restart the computer before trying again and you should be able to complete the print.

One of the other common problems is a paper jam, which can occur if paper is not loaded properly and gets wrapped around the printer spools. Such an incident requires the paper to be carefully untangled. With the printer switched off, lift the cover and gently pull the paper through, using tweezers if necessary.

To keep printers in general good working order be sure to check the ink levels regularly by printing a test page.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Toner Cartridges: Xerox Phaser 7700 Prints at Fast Speed

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:53:35 +0100

The Xerox Phaser 7700 prints at a far faster speed that many users will be accustomed to, which could be great news for toner cartridge users looking for a new model.

Boosh News reports that this model actually gets around this problem by using four lasers, one for each colour of the printer cartridge, increasing the speed at which the device operates.

"This printer is able to print photos at a speed of 30 seconds per photo, which is a quick rate in consideration of other laser printers similar to this on the market," it explained. It added that this printer is also easy to install on a network and is best suited to the office environment due to its size.

Those looking for the perfect toner cartridge to accompany the printer should investigate the Phaser 7700 toner, the website advised.

Frank Kalman, writing for medill.northwestern.edu, recently claimed that the impact of the price of printer ink on businesses has been ignored during the recession. He suggested that a growing trend in the next few months will be finding cheaper ways to buy printer ink cartridges, such as through recycling.

Posted by Jamie Foster

Try recycling your print cartridges

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:08:59 +0100

Those looking to dispose of their waste in a more environmentally-friendly way should consider recycling their printer cartridges, it has been claimed.

Boosh News has suggested using this approach in order to cut back on a home or company's carbon footprint.

"You won't feel any guilt that you are contributing to the littering of landfills with spent plastic cartridges," it explained.

It said that there are a number of key tips to keep in mind for those looking to recycle these, the most important of which is knowing the product number of the cartridge.

Shopping online can be a key way to keep down the cost of buying these recycled cartridges and will ensure that pushy shop salespeople do not try and sell one a generic model that may not function properly.

"Your choice to recycle your printer cartridge saves money, and allows you to be environmentally conscious," the website asserted.

The Computers and Technology blog recently listed a number of key tips that can be used to keep a company's ink consumption low, including avoiding printing unnecessary documents.

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Toner Cartridges Xerox Phaser 7700 Prints At Fast Speed

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:49:39 +0100

The Xerox Phaser 7700 prints at a far faster speed that many users will be accustomed to, which could be great news for toner cartridge users looking for a new model.

Boosh News reports that this model actually gets around this problem by using four lasers, one for each colour of the printer cartridge, increasing the speed at which the device operates.

"This printer is able to print photos at a speed of 30 seconds per photo, which is a quick rate in consideration of other laser printers similar to this on the market," it explained.

It added that this printer is also easy to install on a network and is best suited to the office environment due to its size.

Those looking for the perfect toner cartridge to accompany the printer should investigate the Phaser 7700 toner, the website advised.

Frank Kalman, writing for medill.northwestern.edu, recently claimed that the impact of the price of printer ink on businesses has been ignored during the recession.

He suggested that a growing trend in the next few months will be finding cheaper ways to buy printer ink cartridges, such as through recycling.

Posted by Jamie Foster

New Parker Accessories Available!

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:28:47 +0100

New Parker Pen Accessories are now available at Internet-ink! Our new range is located here.

New products include a full selection of Parker Ink Cartridges, both in standard and mini format, and a massive range of Parker Ink Refills for ballpoints, rollerballs, and multi pens. While your there, why not pick up our very popular Parker Converters, perfect when used with our Parker Quink Bottled Ink?

Parker Quink inks and refills are formulated for superior performance. Specially designed for Parker pens. They offer optimal writing performance with no breaks or blockages. Just writing perfection. That's why Parker recommends the exclusive use of original Quink, inks, leads and refills. All of which we stock here at Internet-ink.

Epson Ink Cartridge and Cleaner Saver Pack Special Offer

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 09:08:33 +0100

NEW SPECIAL OFFER ON T0801 - T0806 CARTRIDGES!!!

Epson compatible cleaning cartridge set - all 6 cartridges T0801 T0802 T0803 T0804 T0805 T0806 and a complete set of 6 compatible 19ml ink cartridges.

Thats 12 cartridges in total for an amazing £24.99!!

Our cleaning cartridges are unique and will clean away dried ink from the printer head. Internet-ink inkjet printer cleaning cartridges use a new cleaning solution of specially formulated solvent and detergent.

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Epson Reveals World's First Water-based Printer

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:58:29 +0100

Sophisticated water-based ink is at the heart of printer ink maker Epson's new Stylus Pro WT7900.

According to the Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation, Epson's unveiling of the printer, which is a world-first for its water ink capability and can print white colour, is being praised as an example of how the firm combines sophisticated industry advancements with a focus on environmental issues.

Awarded the accolade of Best Proofing Printer of the Year for 2010 by European Digital Press (EDP) Association, the 24-inch printer is designed for use in packaging proof printing work. According the news provider, it allows "flexographic and gravure printing firms to simulate proofs on inkjet coated media efficiently and affordably."

The Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 hosts a 9-colour Epson UltraChrome HDR ink set so that users have free reign over a plethora of colour choices. The inclusion of water-based ink helps to deliver high quality white tints with accurate overlays – integral to packaging proof applications.

Epson's Stylus Pro 3880 was also recently recognised as the European Printer for 2010-11 by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA).

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Printer Ink Maker HP Acquires Fortify Software

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:51:45 +0100

The printer ink maker Hewlett Packard has announced its intention to buy Fortify Software, a US security technology firm. This acquisition is part of a move by the printer ink firm to widen its product base with the addition of security assurance software.

It will help it provide customers with solutions that help limit risk, adapt to compliance, and enhance cyber security. Eventually Fortify will incorporate into HP's software and solutions business and will be part of the company's business technology optimization application product range.

Bill Veghte, executive vice president for HP's software and solutions arm, said the deal would help the firm to deliver even better products for its customers. "With Fortify's leadership in static application security analysis combined with HP's expertise in dynamic application security analysis, organizations will have a best-in-class solution to improve the security of their applications and services," he said.

The printer ink maker is also set to showcase two new printers this September when it exhibits at a trade show in Sydney, Australia.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Canon CLI-8C Cyan Ink Tank Reviewed

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:45:39 +0100

This printer ink, suitable for the Canon Pixma iP4200, iP5200, iP5200R, MP500 and MP800 printers respectively, utilises deep cyan ink to produce vibrant, bright images and naturalistic skin tones.

The printer ink cartridges use the ChromoLife100 system to improve print quality when synched with Canon photo paper.

ChromoLife100 is a new, sophisticated printer ink that uses a dye ink and an advanced photo media system to improve the aesthetics and durability of printed images.

Additionally, users' prints will resist colour fading, making treasured photos last for a very long time.

Bloggers at newgadgetworld.com have offered their opinions on the printer ink. Praising the Canon Cyan Ink Tank, M S Wilis said users should always try to use factory ink whilst GoodThingsbuyer called it "excellent genuine ink from Canon".

Take a look at Internet-Ink's Canon ink range

Posted by Johnny McMaster

Printer Ink Maker Epson Wins Prestigious Award For Its Stylus Pro 3880

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:29:04 +0100

Printer ink maker Epson has had its Epson Stylus Pro 3880 recognised as the European Printer for 2010-11.

The printer was awarded the accolade by European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) and now looks to assert itself as market leader in the professional imaging industry.

Suitable for both professional photographers and amateur enthusiasts, the Stylus Pro 3880 uses Epson's sophisticated fourth generation UltraChrome K3 Vivid Magenta ink set. It is boosted with the addition of two new colours, vivid magenta and vivid light magenta.

The EISA panel said they were impressed with a range of features the printer offered, including size, resolution and volume capabilities.

"Epson's Stylus Pro 3880 is an A2+ professional printer small enough to be classed as a desktop model. The printer specialises in producing high-quality monochrome and colour pictures with print resolutions of up to 2880x1440dpi, using Epson's UltraChrome K3 Vivid Magenta pigment-based inks. It is a great choice for photographers who print in volume, as each cartridge has a capacity of 80ml."

The printer ink maker recently teamed up with Royal Phillips Electronics to develop a printer and medical images system.

Posted by Barry Ashmore

Printer Ink Saving Tips

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 16:40:49 +0100

While investing in a printer is a one-off payment, the upkeep and maintenance of your printer ink cartridges supply proves more of a more regular outgoing.

Printer ink cartridges are undoubtedly a little costly, so take a look at these handy tips for ink conversation provided by the Computers and Technology blog.

First, only print what is absolutely necessary. Economise on your print use, don't print out documents you don't need – you'd just be wasting ink. For example, you might want to print a specific part of a website. So instead of printing the entire page, which could be a real drain on your cartridge, just select the part you actually want.

Use print preview. Nearly all printers, especially those from the big brands, come with printer drivers that feature print preview functions. This is a really useful method, especially for printing from the web.

Printer not in use? Switch it off. You'd switch off your computer when you'd finished using it, so why not your printer? Doing so is good practice, as leaving it on could cause the printer ink to dry up.

Take a look at Internet-Ink's recycling scheme.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Recycling Printer Ink Cartridges For Those Who Love Mother Earth'

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 16:35:19 +0100

In the US, it is thought that around one third of enterprises now welcome remanufactured printer ink cartridges as part of their environmental strategies.

If you have some printer ink or toner cartridges, why not think about recycling them? It can be a great way to help the environment, and you'll also be helping to drive down industry costs, too, as remanufactured printer ink cartridges cost significantly less than brand new ones.

Helpfully, printer ink cartridges can be recycled up to six times, and printer ink manufacturers assure customers that remanufactured cartridges will be just as good as brand new ones.

Recycling is easy, too, so why not give it a go?

Simply look at the instructions provided by the manufacturer on the cartridge box – many firms will even provide postage materials so you can send them back free of charge.

Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's recycling scheme?

Posted by Canzil Ahmed

Epson Stylus SX620FW Epsons Ink Cartridge Printer

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 10:39:12 +0100

The SX620FW is another new Epson printer in the series, combining wireless feature with its impressive all-in-one capabilities. The Epson SX620 FW has the ability to print clean, crisp and elegant documents to suit all the consumers’ needs as well as the bonus printer features of scanning documents, copying and fax functions. With the ink cartridges available with this fast 38ppm wireless printer includes the XL Epson printer ink cartridges of T1301 , T1302 , T1303 , T1304 and the combination saver pack T1306 ink cartridges. For the low key ink cartridge user the Epson apple ink of the T1291, T1292, T1293, T1294 (and combination pack T1295) combine with the SX620 printer to produce quality prints also using Epson DURABrite ink to stop and resist water and smudging. All in all the SX620FW printer is ideal to print around the home and business with it wireless capabilities, another fine product from this Epson series along with the Epson Stylus S22 and Epson Stylus Office BX305F printers.

How To Effectively Store Printer Ink Cartridges

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 09:03:16 +0100

It's important to store your printer ink cartridges properly if they aren't going to be used for a long time. After all, there will be times when printer ink cartridges just won't be in use. Perhaps you'll be going on holiday or your business will be due to undergo renovation.

Bloggers at computerstan.com have been discussing different ways to ensure printer ink cartridges are properly stored for periods of non-use.

Contributor Dennis suggests that if printer ink cartridges aren't used for a long period of time, the ink in them will dry up, thus rendering the cartridges useless. This would mean more printer ink cartridges would have to be bought, an obvious waste of money and time.

However, blogger Sam disagrees. He says he has seen sealed printer ink cartridges some six years past their expiration dates work perfectly well, putting paid to the theory that printer dries up through lack of use.

But it is probably the fact that they were stored at a comfortable temperature – "not too hot or too cold", Sam says – that ensured they were in good working order.

For open printer ink cartridges, Sam advises that users should simply seal the bottom part (where it will have been punctured by the printer). Then cover over the air hole at the top of the cartridge where the tape should have been removed prior to use. Placing them in a sealed bag, they should then easily last a good few months.

When you've finished with your ink cartridges, why not recycle them? It can be good way to do your bit for the environment and maybe earn a bit of money, too!

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Problems Can Be Frustrating � But Dont Worry

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:11:50 +0100

A blogger says he has replaced his printer three times over the past five years because he was unsure how to deal with simple problems like the head clogging up with ink and a "printer ink empty" error message.

Blogging at inkjet.me, Josh says that his printer drives him "crazy", and it was only after buying several printers that the writer decided to do some research – and unsurprisingly he found that the issues weren't as bad as he first thought.

One problem is a lack of printer ink use. Regular use of a printer keeps it in good shape. After all, isn't that what you bought it for? Not using a printer for a longish period of time will indeed result in dried ink getting stuck and clogged in the printer's head.

But this can be easily resolved by just checking the help guide and requesting your printer to perform a clean via the control panel – simple. No need to buy more ink cartridges, and certainly no need to buy another brand new printer!

Check out Internet-inks youtube videos for tutorials on how to unclog and reset you printer!

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Brother Ink Cartridges Beyond Your Imagination

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:07:58 +0100

Printer ink cartridges from quality printer ink brands should be enterprises' first choice if they want to successfully compete in the marketplace and continue to offer their customers premium quality products.

According to prlog.org, printer ink cartridges from brands such as Canon, Brother, Epson and HP are affordable and durable products that will serve businesses very well indeed.

The performance of Brother printer ink cartridges is particularly singled out for being "beyond your imagination", whilst Canon printer ink's versatility means that papers, cards, flyers, brochures, stickers, tickets, address labels, magazines, manuals, and even CD sleeves can all be created and printed with stunning quality.

Buying printer ink cartridges online is a great idea because it means they are unlikely to cause any long-lasting damage or deterioration to printers.

Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's Brother printer ink and toner range?

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Maker Epson Joins With Phillips To Offer Printing Solutions

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:28:25 +0100

Printer ink maker Epson has teamed up with Royal Phillips Electronics to deliver a unique printer and medical imaging systems package that could transform public health providers around the world.

Epson's ink jet printers and WorkForce multi-function devices, designed for business environments, will be designed to sync with Philips' ultrasound imaging systems, used in clinics and hospitals.

Utilising the Epson ESC/P-R Print Class Driver facility, users will be able to print documents to a full line of Epson ink jets from a raft of digital equipment.

R. Craig Allen, product manager of consumer ink jets for Epson America, said: "Epson is pleased to offer world-class ink jet printers and all-in-ones – including several in our WorkForce line designed for business – that incorporate the Epson ESC/P-R driver which supports all compatible Epson models when paired with Philips ultrasound devices.

"Now healthcare clinics and hospitals worldwide that use Philips ultrasound devices will have more flexibility when selecting a dependable printer or all-in-one to print patient information with ease and clarity."

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Illegal Printer Ink Cartridges Crackdown in Abu Dhabi

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:19:46 +0100

Laser ink cartridges counterfeiters have been arrested in Abu Dhabi after police seized 2,500 illegal laser ink cartridges. According to gulfnews.com, the city police's Anti-Organised Crime Department sprang into action after hearing about the seizure.

Dr Colonel Rashid Mohammad Bu Rasheed, of the department, said an illegal trade in printer ink cartridges was clearly in operation, and the company responsible were probably copying European printer ink versions. The two men, arrested after a police raid, confessed to the counterfeiting.

According to the news provider, Dr Rasheed said that the illegal trade of printer ink cartridges had become "an international nuisance affecting many firms". He said ultimately it is the customer that is most affected because the quality of the product is very poor indeed. Always buy from recognised companies, Dr Rasheed said.

Last month it was claimed that the counterfeit product trade is costing manufacturers £4 billion a year.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Ink Cartridge Phone Call Inspires Business Idea

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:01:32 +0100

Joel Rumrill was making his merry way home one evening when his wife phoned him in desperate need of a printer ink cartridge so that the couple's son could finish his homework properly.

According to webwire.com, Mr Rumrill was forced to buy a brand new printer ink cartridge for $43 (£27), a price he was surprised at, since he has always bought such supplies online.

"I stopped by a local national retail chain store and paid $43 dollars for one colour ink cartridge. I was shocked at the price, but I had to have it now. I've been buying my ink cartridges on-line for several years getting great quality products at half the cost compared to retail," he said.

The event proved to be inspirational for Mr Rumrill. He had been thinking that fundraising events organised by children in his local area were for a worthy cause but often sold pointless things like "1 pound candy bars" and "tubs of over-priced cookie dough". Why not sell functional items people will find useful?

Thus the business was born, selling household products, like printer ink cartridges, and helping youth organisations with fundraising efforts too.

Why not take a look at Internet-Ink's affordable printer ink cartridges range?

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Print iPhone Photos On Your Brother Printer

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:41:49 +0100

If you own an iPhone, iPad, or iPod and a Brother multifunction printer, you can now print and scan from one to the other.

Brother iPrint&Scan lets you send photos from your device to your printer over a wireless network. You can choose an existing photo from your album or snap one on the spot with the camera.

The app also supports scanning from your printer to your iPhone. That's a great way to capture photos and documents for mobile viewing. Scanned items can be saved to your photo album, e-mailed, or opened in other compatible apps.

Best of all, iPrint&Scan is free. If you own a compatible Brother all-in-one printer it's a must-have.

By Fred Bugenhalgen

Printer Ink Recycling Boosting UK Firm

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:32:12 +0100

Printer ink recycling has formed a major part of a housing firm's environmental programme. Two Rivers Housing, based in Mitcheldean, Gloucestershire, launched its Environmental Action Group in 2009, according to 24dash.com.

It has looked at ways of improving business performance by creating green initiatives that fully involve staff in activities. Printer ink cartridges have been recycled, along with stamps and batteries, and alternative transport methods to work have been trialed.

Sue Barter, member of the Environmental Action Group, told the news provider: "Our group has been very successful in making small but significant changes to save energy, and helping staff to recycle in the office as they do at home."

Garry King, chief executive of the housing firm, added: "I'm proud that our staff are taking onboard the message of recycling and championing ideas enabling our organisation to become greener and more energy efficient."

Earlier this month a blogger suggested that finding alternative ways to get hold of printer ink, such as buying remanufactured cartridges, would be a good way for businesses to save money.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Printer Ink Maker Epson Prints Out Supercar

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:51:02 +0100

Epson used a substantial amount of printer ink to print out a version of the Acura/Honda NSX Super GT race car for the Auto Salon in Tokyo, Japan, earlier this year.

According to reports the 1:1 replica is made from cardboard and paper, with a sumptuous ink production mimicking the supercar to impressive effect. Bloggers said the car was "simply stunning" and the overall finish was "very realistic".

However, there was some concern over the underlying reason for Epson's stunt, with some pronouncing it a brazen marketing stunt to drive the printer ink maker's brand name.

Printer ink maker Epson recently spent time concocting another trick – this time it joined forces with Sony and Microsoft to produce the biggest photograph in the world. The photo, of Hungary's capital Budapest, was produced in 70 gigapixels, dwarfing previous attempts of Prague in 18 gigapixels, Paris in 26 gigapixels and Dubai in 45 gigapixels.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Samsung Uses Ink in Intensity II Packaging

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:41:18 +0100

Samsung has used soy ink as part of its packaging for its new mobile phone handset Intensity II. According to cnet.com, the printer ink maker's decision to use soy ink is part of an attempt to move into more eco-friendly ways of working.

Alongside using soy ink and recycled paper as part of the packaging for the device, the new model is also made from recycled plastic, and its battery cover is extracted from 35 per cent post-consumer materials.

Users can even take advantage of the tool's handy eco-calculator. With this one can keep tabs on car mileage, fuel efficiency and get a carbon dioxide emission reading. The device also has a sliding QWERTY keyboard, a music player, and GPS.

Printer ink is increasingly being put to interesting and varied uses. This month a graphic designer used printer ink to help develop hip-hop themed wrapping paper, or Rapping Paper. Printer ink cartridges maker Epson has used printer ink in its development of a replica of the Acura/Honda NSX Super GT race car.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Canon Selphy Ink Cartridge Easy Packs Now Available

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:16:10 +0100

Canon Selphy Ink Cartridge and Paper Packs are now available at Internet-ink!

For use with the Canon Selphy ES40, ES30, ES20, ES3, ES2, and ES1, we now have the followings packs:

Canon E-P100 Photo Ink & Paper Pack - Postcard Size (100 Sheets)
Canon E-P50 Photo Ink & Paper Pack - Postcard Size (50 Sheets)
Canon E-C25 Photo Ink & Paper Pack - Credit Card Size (25 Sheets)

Recycling Printer Ink Cartridges Easy Way to Improve Business

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:14:24 +0100

Making your business go green will change the way your enterprise operates. Transforming your company into an environmentally-sound one won't just help the environment, it'll also help your cash return.

According to building-products.com, always remember the three Rs: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle. Make printer ink cartridges, along with other office supplies, part of your strategy. Place recycling bins in visible areas and encourage employees to recycle ink cartridges – don't just throw them in the bin.

Other steps that can be taken include power conservation. Operate good control of the energy output of workstations and you'll see great results. When you buy new equipment, buy products that are specifically energy-saving. The site points out that an inkjet printer will consume up to 75 per cent less energy than a laser version.

So what are you waiting for? Get your business on board, whether it be by recycling, or using remanufactured printer ink cartridges, you can change the way you do business.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Designer Uses Printer Ink to Create Hip-hop Wrapping Paper

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:06:33 +0100

A graphic designer used printer ink as part of his project to create rap-themed wrapping paper. According to thisisderbyshire.co.uk, Simon Hill, who lives in London, decided to create wrapping paper with a modern twist after struggling to find inspiring gift wrap.

Mr Hill told the news provider: "It all started on a shopping trip – I'd been out to buy some Nikes for my brother but was struck by what little choice there was for wrapping paper. I remember thinking, 'why would I want to wrap these amazing trainers in such bad gift wrap?' I continued the search online but all the paper was terrible."

So, armed with "a lot of A3 paper and gallons of printer ink", the designer set about creating Rapping Paper, which features lyrics from acts such as Eminem and Sugarhill Gang. It has proved very successful. What started as a bedroom project has flourished into a global hit, as Mr Hill has attracted Rapping Paper customers from as far as the US and Japan.

Whether it's for creative use, home or small business, printer ink can clearly be of benefit to everyone.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Business Chief says Lets Keep the Printer Ink Fakers At Bay

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:50:53 +0100

The counterfeit product trade is costing manufacturers £4 billion a year, it has been stated.

Writing for Packaging News, Donny Gillies, sales director with the MSO group, said that amount is lost to counterfeiters who are "stealing" makers' profits by selling shoddy versions of goods to consumers.

And Mr Gillies notes that such products rarely compare to the genuine product, although it may be impossible to tell them apart.

"Impossible that is until you try to use them. Print cartridges that should deliver 100 cycles will run out after only 20. The ink will leak and smudge. And one manufacturer I know of faces an annual loss of £10 million - £12 million as a result."

However, thankfully there exists the technology to counter to the counterfeiters, Mr Gillies said. There are methods that can help manufacturers to protect the codes linked to specific products, so criminals have no way of accessing them.

Last month printer ink cartridges maker Hewlett Packard praised a toner cartridges counterfeiting operation in Manilla Metro.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.

Senate Candidate Stands by HP Iran Ink Sales

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:30:20 +0100

A US senate candidate, who is a former chief executive officer (CEO) of Hewlett Packard (HP), has backed the firm's stance of selling printer ink in Iran.

According to jta.org, Texan Carly Fiorina, the Republican nominee for senator from California, told Lady Globes, an Israeli business magazine that HP's diligence and compliance with sanctions meant it sold printer ink in the country in a regulated and proper manner.

The Republican said HP's position was the same as Dell selling PCs and Apple selling iPhones in the country. And the emergence of technology channels into Iran was a positive thing, Fiorina said.

"I think in addition to crippling sanctions on the regime we should be encouraging elements of political reform inside Iran and one of the ways to do that is by selling communication in and out," Fiorina told the magazine.

Printer ink maker HP is set to showcase two new printers at a trade show in Sydney.

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Printer Ink Maker Epson Launches Improved Artisan Line

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:20:59 +0100

Printer ink makers Epson have launched three new multi-function printers that form part of its impressive Artisan line.

According to pcmag.com, the new printers offer 4 x 6 inch photos in just ten seconds, possess a maximum copy speed of 38 pages per minute (PPM) for both black and colour documents, and boast ISO speeds of 9.5 ISO PPM and 9 ISO PPM colour.

A six colour printer ink system connects all three Artisans, and technology means users can send documents to print from their iPhone (or other device).
The 835 model holds a touch panel and a liquid crystal display, alongside a automatic document feeder that can hold 30 pages.

Epson Print CD software is also included with the printer. Users can utilise this program to design and print tailor-made CDs and DVDs.

All three models will be available to buy from September 2010.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

HP Showcases Its New Range

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 08:45:42 +0100

Printer ink maker HP is set to showcase two new printers with functional printer ink features at a trade show this year.

The Visual Impact Image Expo (VIIE) that will take place in Sydney, Australia, this September, will see two new HP Scitex printers on show, according to wideformatonline.com.

The HP Scitex LX800, the largest printer in the HP Latex Ink range and the printer ink firm's new flatbed printer, the Scitex FB500, will feature at the expo. The LX800 was launched at Ipex, the technology trade event, in May of this year. Boosted by HP Latex Ink Technology, the printer is capable of printing up to 3.2m wide, giving great flexibility.

The FB500 was previewed at the Shanghai International Advertising & Sign Technology & Equipment Exhibition in July. Intended as an entry-level machine, the printer is a multi-functional device that can take white printer ink. HP Graphic Arts director for the South Pacific, Shane Lucas, said the firm was looking toward considerable expansion in the area.

"Our focus is on helping customers to drive profits and to explore new markets. In Australia I believe we have only scratched the surface in terms of the markets that are open to digital print and at this year’s show we will have a range of solutions on display and experts on hand to discuss the opportunities for growth in this segment," he said.

Posted by Jamie Foster.

Epson's AcuLaser C1600 Reviewed

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 08:30:47 +0100

Printer ink manufacturer Epson's new AcuLaser C1600 printer is a significant addition to the firm's current printer range, it has been stated.

The successor to the AcuLaser C1100, the new C1600 is a functional printer useful for both the home and business, according to azooptics.com. A duty cycle of up to 35,000 pages per month, coupled with a print speed of five pages per minute for colour copies 19 pages per minute for mono prints, means the C1600 is a sophisticated device.

Its printer ink cartridge, the AcuBrite toner, is of "high-quality", the news provider said, and boasts a 1200 by 600 dots per inch print resolution. Its toner cartridges are "high-capacity" and the printer has a power-saving function, helping to reduce running costs.

Khalil El Dalu, Middle East general manager for Epson, told the news source C1600 will compete well for price with other printers and will work well with the vast majority of desktop PCs.

Last month a technology expert, John Dicarlo, said Epson printer ink cartridges are of high quality and mean the firm should be considered "among the premium brands of printer ink cartridges".

Posted by Johnny McMaster.

Penny-Saving Printer Tips

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 16:57:04 +0100

The printer you already own may have money-saving features built into it - simply take a few minutes to delve into its settings

Print Smaller
For years, presentation pros have printed multiple pages at a reduced size on one sheet of paper. This practice, known in the industry as n-up printing, also works well for saving paper. You can access this feature by right-clicking your printer icon and choosing Printing Preferences, which brings up a dialogue box where you might also find a page-scaling feature that lets you squeeze an A3 document onto A4 paper.

Duplexing
Cut your paper expenses in half by printing on both sides of the page. Some offices equip their workgroup printers with automatic duplexers, and a few even set duplexing as the default print mode. A handful of personal printers provide automatic duplexing (requiring no manual re-feeding of the sheets) as a standard or extra-cost accessory, and some present a handy on-screen guide for turning and ordering the pages. Barring such features, only a patient soul should try manual duplexing for a multipage document.

Completely Use All Toner
If your laser printer software says you're running low on toner, or if you start to see streaks in your printouts, you may still have plenty of toner left - but it's stuck in the cartridge's nooks and crannies. Remove the cartridge from the printer and slowly rock it end-to-end and then to-and-fro a few times. Do not shake it randomly or vigorously. Reinsert the cartridge into your printer.

By Fred Bugenhalgen

Epson Stylus SX420W Epsons New Ink Cartridge Printer

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 16:28:20 +0100

The Epson Stylus SX420W Inkjet Printer is a high quaity all in one printer. Using the T1281 , T1282 , T1283 and T1284 ink cartridges, the user can print, scan, copy and edit both documents and photos to a high specification. The Epson SX420W can be used from anywhere in the home due to it's wireless capabilities. At printing speeds up 36ppm (black) and 15ppm (colour) the SX420W inkjet printer is no slouch and can used for small businesses and consumers alike. With the larger businesses and high ink consumers the other large high capacity T1291 - T1294 ink cartridges are available to use to save time changing cartridges as regulary all readily available at www.internet-ink.co.uk today.

Epson Helps Create the Biggest Photo in the World

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:06:48 +0100

Printer ink maker Epson has teamed up with Sony and Microsoft to create the biggest photograph in the world.

The stunning photograph of Hungarian capital Budapest is "the largest ever taken in history", according to liligo.co.uk. Weighing in at a whopping 70 gigapixels, the photograph dwarfs previous attempts of Prague in 18 gigapixels, Paris in 26 gigapixels and Dubai in 45 gigapixels.

The gigantic photograph is interactive – users can click on backstreets and central squares and explore the inner workings of the famous city. And easy-to-find thumbnails at the bottom of the photo help users find the city's famous hotspots.

The photo took three hours to take and much longer for it to be fully rendered, the news provider said.

Earlier this month it was claimed that Epson's printer ink cartridges are a must for any printer user. John Dicarlo, writing on Lon's Article Directory, said that by using genuine ink cartridges users (like Epson's), users will benefit from better-quality prints.

Posted by Barry Ashmore.

Toner Cartridges Easy to Change on Epson's C1600

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 16:32:01 +0100

Sophisticated printer ink cartridges mean the Epson AcuLaser C1600 printer helps keep running costs down, it has been stated.

According to albawaba.com, the functional colour laser printer – the successor to the AcuLaser C1100 – is a significant addition to Epson's current range. Now that the printer has been launched in the Middle East, the printer will delight users with its advanced speed, usability and benchmark of quality.

Ideal for both the home office and small businesses, the C1600 offers a page out time of 13 seconds (in mono), and a print speed of up to 19 pages per minute (in mono), five pages in colour.

Its duty cycle boasts up to 35,000 pages per month and, coupled with modern toner cartridges and energy efficiency, the printer is well worth while, according to the news provider: "ENERGY STAR-qualified power efficiency and high capacity cartridges help keep running costs low."

Additionally a front-access panel means changing printer ink cartridges can be done with ease.

Epson recently announced it will support a world record photography attempt at this year's Photokina trade show.

Posted by Canzil Ahmed.