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Fuji Xerox Australia to fight ACCC allegations of unfair contracts - hires top 'reputation management' firm

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Fuji Xerox Australia says it’s disappointed the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has filed legal action alleging the printing company's contracts contain unfair contract terms and will fight the case in Federal Court.

Registrations open for ASGA & FESPA Australia HP conference and awards

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“If 2020 taught us anything it’s the value of being able to get together to celebrate – and we can’t wait to see you in person at the annual ASGA & FESPA Australia HP Awards for Excellence,” says ASGA.

‘Very positive’: 1,400 exhibitors at drupa preview

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The digital platform drupa preview opened on October 27 with over 1,400 exhibitors from 50 countries presenting latest products and taking part in panel discussions, live web sessions and video keynote speeches. The digital format provided a preview of the next live drupa event scheduled for April 20-28 in Düsseldorf.

MUTOH creates new generation VerteLith RIP based on Harlequin technology

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Global Graphics Software has licensed the Harlequin Host Renderer to MUTOH, the Japanese manufacturer of wide format inkjet printers and sign cutting plotters, in a contract spread over multiple years. The agreement includes licensing Global Graphics’ new Opal Advanced Inkjet Screens to provide high-quality half-tone screening specially developed for inkjet printing.

Wide format growth markets at Printing United Digital

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The three-week free online Printing United Digital Experience kicked off this week with a look at the latest in graphics and wide format technology from manufacturers including HP, Agfa, Canon, Durst, Epson, Fujifilm and Roland DG. Tim Greene of industry researcher IDC presented a session about wide format growth markets which is now available to watch.

Caldera releases version 14 of its famed RIP-workflow

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RIP specialist Caldera , available from several Australian resellers including Pozitive and Kissel + Wolf, has announced that Caldera Version 14 will be launched in October, bringing a range of new features and enhancements to its award-winning print management and workflow software. The benefits to users will include increased production capacity, decreased downtime, significant time savings, enhanced automation and even better print quality.

Gerber launches Atria Digital Cutter for flexible materials 

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Gerber Technology says it’s revolutionizing the flexible materials processing industry with the launch of its end-to-end solution for mass production, which will be unveiled at ideation, the company’s annual technology conference on November 4-6. 

Hexis introduces THE200EVO printable PVC film

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French manufacturer Hexis Group has launched THE200EVO, a premium printable polymeric PVC film with the company’s patented TAKE HEAT EASY technology that’s ideal for large format surfaces. Hexis also introduced the V850B laminate with a thickness of 50 μm. 

Konica Minolta submits its first modern slavery statement 

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Konica Minolta Australia has released its first Modern Slavery Statement, setting out actions it’s taken to address modern slavery risks in its business and supply chain, including the goods and services it sells such as KM manufactured products and third party products including 3D printers and wide format printers.

Mutoh and CGS Oris combine for packaging proofing solution on actual substrates

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Mutoh Australia has picked up on the European-Japan R&D between Mutoh and CGS Oris software to offer a unique proofing solution that faithfully reproduces the look and feel of actual label and other packaging production, on the original substrates thanks to new resin-based flexible inks, that bond into the surface like production inks.

IVE signs $100m+ deal to print and distribute ACM titles

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ASX-listed print and marketing business IVE Group signed a long term contract for the printing and distribution of over 170 regional publications currently published and managed by Australian Community Media (ACM).

Jason Signmakers buys electronic sign maker AD Engineering 

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Leading WA signage business Jason Signmakers continued its recent expansion strategy with the acquisition of Perth’s AD Engineering International to become “a complete solution of static and digital solutions.”

Roland Academy adds new online training courses

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Due to 'unprecedented demand', Roland DG Australia has announced a third round of dates in 2020 for its popular Academy Online training courses.

Trotec releases beta version of new laser workflow software

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Laser engraver and cutting machines manufacturer Trotec has introduced the open BETA version of Ruby — its new generation of laser workflow software designed to support efficient processing of jobs.

Not just Fuji Xerox: Alleged unfair printing industry contracts are common: Ombudsman

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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell has welcomed the ACCC’s legal proceedings against printing company Fuji Xerox Australia over allegations of Unfair Contract Terms impacting small business customers. She says the ASBFEO office has also received similar complaints against other print technology suppliers.

ACCC launches legal action against Fuji Xerox Australia over alleged unfair contracts

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Corporate watchdog the ACCC has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against Fuji Xerox Australia and a related company (together, Fuji) alleging that nine types of Fuji’s standard form small business contracts contain 173 unfair contract terms.

Next six months ‘significant’ for many printers: Ascent

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With “some green shoots” beginning to emerge in the economy, business adviser Ascent Partners is conducting a printing industry survey seeking input about the volume of sales printers are expecting over the next six months.

Drupa's virtual trade fair opens 27th October

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 Perhaps the Virtual drupa will serve as a springboard to greater things. It does, however, appear to be more of a 'Preview' of the physical show - and therefore its remaining exhibitors - and still scheduled for April 2021, despite the worsening Covid-19 situation in Europe. And now the penultimate offset exhibitor RMGT has pulled out.

ASGA demands an end to signage restrictions in Victoria

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“Either they let us work like the other trades or they give us money for being shut down,” said Mick Harrold, Victorian chair of the Australian Sign & Graphics Association (ASGA), in an update to members on Tuesday.

Fairview creditors vote in favour of FVA DOCA - jobs saved

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For those who have been following our coverage of the administration of aluminium facade and ACM manufacturer Fairview Architectural, there was understandable skepticism of the ability to deliver on promises and proposals. It is now our happy duty to inform you that the DOCA is approved and a rare, if not unique, subheading of 'Creditors get 100 cents in the dollar, all 57 jobs saved,' is the order of the day.

Canon and ILFORD set world record for longest printed photo

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Despite rain, snow and temperatures around 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit), ILFORD and Canon have set a Guinness World Record for the longest digitally printed photograph of almost 110 metres.  

  1. Ricoh adds orange, green to Ricoh Pro L5100E large format printer series
  2. New Avery Dennison floor graphics films and Xmas promo
  3. New Epson resin/latex R2R printer impresses Starleaton
  4. Konica Minolta expands APAC presence with direct operation in New Zealand 
  5. Printing United Digital to showcase wide format technology
  6. IVE offloads telemarketing business for $16.5m
  7. Ilan Elad to lead Kornit Digital expansion in Asia-Pacific
  8. Vivad banners achieve NCC fire performance compliance
  9. Melbourne’s Sculpt Neon Signs eyes US & UK markets
  10. Neenah expands wide format portfolio for safety signage
  11. Epson's grand launch and new distribution centre sets path to Covid recovery
  12. Fairview Architectural DOCA advocated by GT - all creditors will be paid, jobs secure
  13. NZ enlists oOh!media networks for the general election
  14. Underwater wonderland wallpaper at children’s Eye Clinic 
  15. $2.5 million in counterfeit HP ink and toner seized in Asia
  16. With 'cautious optimism', FESPA launches 2021 Expo campaign
  17. "Unrivalled environmental performance": Epson hits 50m EcoTank printers
  18. PVCA’s Print 2 Parliament to livestream on Facebook
  19. Mutoh scoops SIX best product awards at US Printing United Alliance
  20. FESPA Australia online colour management training
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