PRINTITRESELLER.UK 27 WHAT’S NEW Arivia MFPs compatible with MyQ Katun’s Arivia line of MFPs is now fully compatible with MyQ print management solution. Tony Ko, Vice President of Hardware & Business Solutions at Katun said: “We’re excited to partner with MyQ to offer Katun partners and their clients an even more comprehensive print management experience. With the confirmed compatibility of Arivia MFPs and the MyQ ecosystem, businesses can effortlessly manage their entire print environment through a single, intuitive interface. This compatibility empowers businesses to boost efficiency, cut costs, and gain greater control over their print operations, all while ensuring the highest security standards.” Viktor Nestrasil, MyQ Vice President for the Americas added: “We are thrilled to introduce the MyQ terminal for Katun’s Arivia MFPs. This compatibility has immense potential and will support effective print management for dealer partners and their customers, many of whom have been eagerly awaiting this release. We look forward to the positive impact that this compatibility will have for Arivia and MyQ users.” www.katun.com Large format desktop printers Canon has launched two four-colour (CMYK), easy-touse, large format desktop printers – the TC-21 and the TC-21M. The new printers build on the success of the TC-20 and TC‑20M models that were launched in 2023 and deliver even more benefits through features such as expanded media handling capabilities, a convenient tiltable operation panel, minimal margin printing, and an enhanced eco-friendly design. The printers have been designed to allow users to perform all printing operations from the front of the unit, including paper loading, ink filling and print collection, and while compact in size, both support printing from roll paper up to A1+ wide and feature a standard auto sheet feeder (ASF) compatible with various paper sizes and types, including sheets from A3 to A6, postcards, envelopes and labels. The TC-21M model includes an A4 flatbed scanner that enables users to easily make enlarged copies up to A1+ size. For the first time in the Canon imagePROGRAF series, recycled steel has been used in the body of the TC-21 and TC-21M, along with recycled resin for approximately 40% of the body resin – a significant improvement over the previous TC-20 and TC-20M models. Recyclable cardboard instead of polystyrene foam is used for packaging both products, also reducing their environmental impact. Both models have also been registered as EPEAT Gold products. www.canon.co.uk New assessment tool Brother UK has launched a new labelling selfassessment tool designed to help warehouse and logistics customers identify opportunities to streamline processes and boost efficiency. The tool features eleven questions and takes just five minutes to complete. Once submitted, businesses instantly receive a comprehensive report outlining their strengths, areas for improvement and practical advice on enhancing labelling processes. Customers will fall into one of four categories based on their responses: Labelling Expert, Almost Optimised, Exploring Efficiency or Just Getting Started. These categories help determine the most relevant next steps for improving labelling workflows and prioritising process optimisation in the warehouse. Simon Brennan, Senior Business Manager (SPS) at Brother UK, said: “Labelling inconsistencies can cause serious issues for warehouse and logistics operations, from delivery mix-ups to lost time correcting errors. Research shows businesses lose up to £6,000 and 347 working hours per operator each year due to inefficient labelling, with every disruption costing up to 23 minutes in lost focus. “Our new self-assessment tool helps businesses think about where they might be losing valuable time and money, and what steps they can take to improve.” www.brother.co.uk AI-powered business computing Lenovo has unveiled its latest portfolio of AI-powered business devices, featuring next-generation ThinkPad and ThinkBook laptops, expanded software and ThinkShield security solutions. Designed to enhance productivity, personalisation, and business protection, these new devices integrate AI-driven computing, flexible form factors, and enterprise security solutions to meet the evolving demands of professionals and hybrid workers. As AI continues to shape the future of business computing, Lenovo AI Now, first launched in November 2024, delivers a powerful on-device AI assistant that enhances productivity and streamlines workflows. Designed to integrate seamlessly with select Lenovo devices, Lenovo AI Now leverages local processing to help optimise daily tasks with intelligent automation, real-time data processing, and personalised assistance. www.lenovo.com
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