01732 759725 14 WHAT’S NEW Katun expands Arivia MFP compatibility Katun’s Arivia MFP portfolio is now fully compatible with inepro’s Spider radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies and mobile authentication tools. inepro’s Spider RFID solution offers a flexible, plug-and-play approach to secure print management, supporting a wide range of RFID and mobile authentication technologies. Its broad compatibility and ease of deployment make it ideal for organisations with diverse security requirements and evolving workplace needs. Key benefits include secure print release to protect sensitive documents, reduced costs through lower print waste, and simplified device management via remote configuration and updates. The solution also enables futureready authentication using mobile devices and supports a wide range of RFID, NFC and BLE standards with a single reader, helping reduce complexity across print environments. “We’re excited to announce full compatibility between our Arivia MFP portfolio and inepro’s Spider solution,” said Tony Ko, Katun’s Vice President of Hardware and Business Solutions. “This integration strengthens our ability to deliver secure, flexible and easy-to-deploy solutions that help Arivia users streamline operations, enhance document security and drive greater cost efficiency.” www.katun.com Compact, secure A3 MFPs FUJIFILM Europe GmbH has expanded its Apeos office portfolio with the launch of the new Apeos C3567 and Apeos C3061 series. Designed for busy office environments, the new models offer a consistent user experience and common security features. This helps simplify installation and maintenance and enables partners to reduce the complexity of managing accessories, consumables and spare parts. Easy scanning and serverless solutions enhance productivity, with Scan Auto automatically optimising scan settings and removing blank pages, while Server‑less Authentication and Server-less OnDemand Print enable secure user management and flexible printing across multiple devices without the need for a server. By redesigning the bypass tray and paper transport path, the width of the main unit has been reduced by 13 mm compared with the previous series, resulting in a more compact machine suitable for smaller offices. Paper handling has also been enhanced, enabling the output of thin 52 gsm paper to thick 300 gsm paper, as well as long 297 x 1,200 mm paper for in-house production of promotional materials. The new series adopts Fujifilm’s low temperature fusing toner which reduces the fusing temperature by 15°C compared to toners used in previous series. The shape and structure of key parts have been also reconsidered with future recycling in mind, supporting Fujifilm’s wider efforts to reduce environmental impact and promote resource circulation. In addition, FUJIFILM Business Innovation has acquired third-party certification under ISO/IEC 20243, which is the supply chain security standard for ensuring product safety throughout the product lifecycle. www.fujifilm.com/fb/en Cloud print solution for WPP While Microsoft’s rollout of Windows Protected Print (WPP) significantly strengthens security, it relies entirely on the open IPP protocol and does away with conventional third-party printer drivers – once enabled, most existing print solutions stop functioning. An estimated 35 million printers are not WPP-capable, creating a stark choice for IT teams, enable WPP and lose printing or disable it and accept ongoing security risks. ezeep has stepped in with the first cloud print solution fully compatible with WPP. The application has been specifically enhanced for WPP-protected environments and enables seamless cloud printing – fully within the security architecture defined by Microsoft. The solution renders print jobs entirely in the cloud, eliminating the need for local drivers and ensuring that even legacy devices remain usable. Administrators manage printers centrally through the ezeep Portal, while employees continue printing normally with no extra steps or workarounds. Key features include full WPP compatibility, driverless operation, centralised management, and a frictionless user experience. With Microsoft set to prioritise IPP Class Drivers from July 2026, ezeep is offering organisations a future-proof path through the transition. “Windows Protected Print is an important and correct step by Microsoft, and organisations should enable this security feature. In practice, the challenge is often that not all printers are supported. This is exactly where ezeep comes in: organisations can enable WPP and continue printing with their existing devices. With ezeep, security and compatibility are no longer mutually exclusive,” said Charlotte Künzell, CEO of ThinPrint. www.ezeep.com Next‐generation industrial printer series Building on the successful launch of the BX400 (4”) and BX600 (6”) series, Toshiba has introduced the BX820T, its new 8-inch wide web next-gen industrial printer. Designed to address the unique demand for ultra-wide label printing, the BX820T opens new application opportunities in sectors requiring largeformat and bulk labelling. Driven by Toshiba’s innovative A BRID platform, the BX820T delivers embedded intelligence directly at the printer level. This enables seamless system integration, flexible label management and future-ready capabilities – without the need for middleware or complex IT changes. www.toshibatec.co.uk
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