01732 759725 26 Sustainable office paper production Epson has introduced the PaperLab A-8100 refresh model. The A-8100 builds on its predecessor, the A-8000, while introducing enhanced functionality that increases the range and variety of paper types that can be processed. Notable enhancements include an advanced internal sensor that automatically detects the type of paper being used, optimising production settings without the need for manual customisation. This advancement not only streamlines the paper production process but also enhances user experience. Key features include: • Dry Fiber Technology: Using Epson’s proprietary dry fiber technology, the A-8100 converts standard used office paper into high-quality fibres without requiring water, ensuring a more sustainable approach to paper production that significantly reduces environmental impact. • Automatic optimisation: The new model features an intelligent system that automatically adjusts manufacturing settings based on the type of paper input. This allows users to mix multiple types of paper, specifically limited to copy paper, thereby maximising efficiency and versatility. • Environmental contribution visualisation: Responding to customer requests, users can now monitor their environmental impact through Epson’s cloud solution PORT. This feature provides real-time data on the environmental contribution value based on paper production volumes, accessible from both PCs and smartphones, making it easier for companies to monitor their sustainability efforts and communicate them effectively. • Expanded paper sizes: The A-8100 introduces an extended A3 size option, supporting A3 perfect binding and saddle stitching, in addition to the conventional A4 sizes. This flexibility allows businesses to produce a much wider range of printed materials in-house. www.epson.eu/paperlab WHAT’S NEW Technology upgrade The latest technology upgrade for the Ricoh Pro C9500 digital colour sheetfed press enables printing on a range of Ricoh approved paper thicknesses of up to 800 microns. The High Caliper Media Customisation service will enable print service providers to target growth with exciting market opportunities ranging from loyalty and gift cards to thick media brochures, bespoke luxury packaging, compostable food cartons, high impact direct mail inserts, and eye catching point of purchase applications. Erwin Busselot, Director Business Innovation & Solutions, Ricoh Graphic Communications, said: “The High Caliper Media Customisation service is the latest enhancement for the Pro C9500, and it demonstrates our continuing commitment to developing the production versatility of our digital systems as part of our co-innovation strategy.” www.ricoh.co.uk Best-in-class touch performance and value The Sharp LM Series a new line of mid-size interactive displays from Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe, include feature-rich professional capabilities for small meeting spaces and interactive signage applications. Available in 43-inch and 55-inch sizes, the new displays are tailored for various key markets and applications. In office environments, they enhance huddle rooms for corporations and governmental institutions, as well as group learning and focus rooms at higher education facilities. Furthermore, the LM Series delivers interactive solutions for retail displays, wayfinding systems in shopping malls, and immersive experiences in museums. The integrated System on Chip (SoC) with Android 14 CTS-compliant operating system offers the most up to date features, smooth outof-the-box collaboration and ensures seamless compatibility with third-party applications. www.sharpnecdisplays.eu Vivitek simplifies collaboration and presentations NovoConnect Stage from Vivitek, a brand of Delta and the visual display brand for all meeting spaces, is a new software choice for collaboration solutions developed to provide easy, one-click access to widely-used video conferencing and calendar applications. Integrated with Microsoft Windows – NovoConnect Stage also offers meeting participants a seamless gateway to its powerful whiteboarding and wireless presentation capabilities. Offering support for both 16:9 and 21:9 aspect ratios, NovoConnect Stage helps to enhance the use of new or existing displays, to create powerful and memorable meeting sessions, making it ideally suited to the needs of the corporate and education sectors. Holger Graeff, General Manager, Vivitek EMEA said: “NovoConnect Stage is a true productivity booster. The Windows-based software streamlines the process for arranging and hosting virtual meetings. Its interface makes it easy for users to access to the video conferencing and calendar applications and the integrated Whiteboard feature supports effective information sharing. It’s as simple, easy to use and as secure as all our Novo-based products.” www.vivitek.eu
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