51 PRINTITRESELLER.UK 27 WHAT'S NEW New launches from Canon Canon has announced a slew of new product announcements. New launches include the ProStream 2000 series of high speed, web-fed inkjet printers for the commercial print and business communications markets, and new flagship model ProStream 3160. Following the success to date of its ColorStream 8000 series of high speed, web-fed inkjet presses, Canon has expanded the series with two new models, the ColorStream 8200 and 8110. The ColorStream 8200 is now the most productive model in the series, with a maximum speed of up to 200 metres per minute. At 110 metres per minute, the ColorStream 8110 is ideal for print service providers wanting to invest in a new ColorStream press while maintaining existing finishing equipment. Also new is the Arizona 2300 series with FLXflow technology, which brings new productivity features to the flatbed printer series. Building on the existing technology, the new FLXflow offers not only the original ‘hold’ functionality, which helps to hold media on the zoneless flatbed table, but also the new optional ‘float’ and ‘instant switch’ functionalities to improve media handling. Further features, such as additional quality modes, image layout controls and improved workflow integration, together with an interface that connects automation systems for continuous loading and unloading media, deliver increased workflow efficiency and productivity. Also being launched is the latest PRISMAelevate XL release 2.1, which doubles the printing height of supported Arizona flatbed printers to 4mm to help users create standout, tactile artwork for elevated print applications that enhance and expand their product offering. www.canon.co.uk BUSINESS INSIGHT A recent survey of 300 IT directors in manufacturing across the US, UK, France and Germany, showed that mislabelling is top of mind. 76% of respondents said that more than 10% of their organisation’s goods are labelled incorrectly every year. Yet, in this age of digitisation, this level of error is completely avoidable. When it comes to tracking solutions and labelling of goods, in my experience, the most successful business partners are those who are most intrinsically aligned to their customers operations. Partners like AIMTEC in Czechia (new to supplies? Watch AIMTEC’s quick guide - basics of label printing on Zebra printers). I think the two most dangerous terms in business today are “We’ve always done it this way” and “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!”. The most knowledgeable partners are often best placed to visit a customer and start asking questions; customers often don’t know they have a problem, until it is pointed out to them. The most successful business partners also know that not all printing supplies are created equal. Zebra Certified Supplies adhere to a higher standard. Not every supply is worthy of the Zebra name. Only the toughest, most consistent, highest performing will do. Anything less is a compromise in uptime and expense. To achieve this high standard, there is rigorous testing with a 23-point inspection, compatibility is checked against Zebra’s range of printers to avoid issues with incompatible inks and varnishes, and once certified, we will never substitute the material, so customers can be assured of consistent quality each, and every time. When it comes to meeting the demands of applications in manufacturing, transport and logistics, our reliable and high-quality supplies are ready. We have fantastic development and production facilities around the globe, including Preston here in the UK and we have a breadth of portfolio like no other spanning everything from barcode labels, wristbands, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags, thermal transfer ribbons, and receipt paper. We’re super proud of some of our most recent products that are facilitating enhanced sustainability, incorporating recycled materials, as well as our own brand of Linerless media, Zebra ZeroLiner. One unique offering we’re proud of is Zebra ZipShip, our stocked portfolio of over 650 supplies products. On the shelf, ready to order, sensibly priced. And available with a minimum order quantity of just one box. We can even supply samples of many of these products. So go ahead – give us a call and check out our printing supplies. One more thing before I go. Digital Product Passport (DPP). In the years to come, DPP will impact EVERY manufacturer of goods who wishes to trade with the EU. If you’re not already starting a conversation with your customers on DPP, don’t fall behind. Speak to Zebra – we’re gearing up for DPP and we can help. Next Month –the true workhorses – Zebra’s Industrial Printers and Print Engines. If you’re ready to start with Zebra supplies and printers now, you can use our ZipShip tool to select your supplies, our Printer Selector tool to choose the right printer, and then our Zebra Printer Trade Up Program to help you get the best deal. Watch the video to find out more out Zebra .. or scan the QR code THE ZEBRA FILES The ProStream 2000 series delivers both high quality coated and uncoated media applications at an appealing cost/ performance ratio.
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