businessinfomag.uk magazine 12 PRINTERS Lexmark is launching a new line of fully featured A3 colour printers and multifunction products (MFPs) that represent the culmination of years of internal development, testing and innovation. Built upon a scaled-up version of Lexmark’s award-winning A4 print technology, the Lexmark 9-Series combines sophisticated functionality with the ease of use, management and servicing that users of its A4 devices have come to expect. “Our new internally developed A3 platform, the Lexmark 9-Series, offers all the benefits of a simpler A4 device in a fully featured A3 package,” explains Melanie Hudson, Lexmark senior vice president and chief commercial officer. “And, of course, the line retains our commitment to products, services and solutions that are reliable, durable, cost-saving and Secure by Design.” Lexmark’s Managing Director for Western Europe & English Speaking Africa, Arjan Paulussen, adds: “The 9-Series proves that sophisticated technology doesn’t have to be complicated. This new line of printers and MFPs is an industry disruptor.” Extensive line-up The Lexmark 9-Series is composed of eight models – the Lexmark CX963, CX962, CX961, CS963, Bigger and just as good CX833, all available in June, and the CX951, CX950 and MX953, which are scheduled to be available in the first quarter of 2025. In addition to the eight standard models, Lexmark is introducing six MFPs specifically designed for authorised solution providers. The Lexmark XC9655, XC9645, XC9635 and XC8355 will be available in June. The Lexmark XC9535 and XC9525 are scheduled for release in the first quarter of 2025. Industry-leading All models offer an array of accessibility features, interchangeable paper-handling options and workflow software capabilities that can enhance productivity in any business environment – front office, back office, sales floor, healthcare setting, manufacturing facility etc.. The entire product line is designed to be: n Versatile and easy to use. The 9-Series offers a broad range of media size support (A6 to SRA3), high-volume duty cycles, a common set of modular paper-handling options, finishing capabilities and professional colour features including PANTONE calibration. n Simple and easy to manage. The 9-Series’ intuitive interface streamlines workflows by providing simple instructions and prompts. For routine maintenance, toner cartridges can be replaced using just one hand; easily understood visual cues are displayed; and serviceable areas are easy to access and identify. n Sustainable and built to last. The 9-Series’ total post-consumer recycled (PCR) content is an industry-leading 56% by weight for all base-model MFPs and 73% by weight for the line’s base-model printer, based on IEEE calculation procedures. The 9-Series is designed and built to last seven years or more and has a spacesaving, energy-efficient design for a lower carbon footprint. Having few components helps reduce the likelihood of technical failure while minimising the service time required for repairs and maintenance. Lexmark testing shows that experienced technicians can perform the 10 most common service actions, even highly complex tasks, in less than 15 minutes. The entire Lexmark 9-Series has received ENERGY STAR certification, with EPEAT certification pending – just as you would expect from a company that technology analyst Quocirca has identified as a leader in sustainability, noting that Lexmark “sets a remarkable standard in the industry” (source: Quocirca Sustainability Vendor Landscape, 2023). Lexmark leverages award-winning A4 print technology in new A3 models Konica Minolta, Inc has been awarded an EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability, placing it in the top 5% of companies assessed by EcoVadis over the past 12 months and extending its medal winning streak to nine consecutive years. EcoVadis provides the leading solution for monitoring sustainability in global supply chains. Using innovative technology and sustainability expertise, it assesses businesses’ performance and provides comprehensive feedback, benchmarking and tools that enable companies to embark upon a journey of continuous improvement. The EcoVadis rating process assesses corporate social responsibility in four areas – Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement. Olaf Jonas, General Manager Environmental Social Governance at Konica Minolta Business Solutions Europe, said: “Receiving a medal from EcoVadis for nine consecutive years is testament to our company-wide global commitment to make a positive environmental and social impact." Konica Minolta does this through a range of own company initiatives and frameworks that are designed to support the goals of international programmes. www.konicaminolta.co.uk Konica Minolta receives EcoVadis Gold Medal
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