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Russian Sanctions and Building a Brand with Print-Rite

Launching the Print-Rite Brand in Russia

Stanislav Malinskiy interviews Roman Samoilov about adding Print-Rite to his existing portfolio of other brands in Russia.
Time to Call out HP Over its False Chip Claims

Time to Call out HP Over its False Chip Claims

Controversial industry commentator Ray Stasieczko is fed up with HP's fake messaging over chips, cartridges, and printer security.
Static Control - Congratulations on Achieving 35 years

Static Control – Congratulations on Achieving 35 years

David Gibbons reflects on how Static Control helped his reman business at a time when the printer OEMs threw everything to stop the aftermarket in its tracks.
The Old Copier has Died - Berto Needs a Replacement

The Old Copier has Died – Berto Needs a Replacement

Our popular in-house cartoonist, Berto, has picked up on this and poked some fun at the expense of ancient and modern copiers.
Paper Planes and Printing - Berto makes a suggestion

Paper Planes and Printing – Berto makes a suggestion

Cartoonist Berto muses about how seriously staff suggestions in the office are often treated.
Costs Rise But Cartridge Prices Fall - Berto Hits the Gutter

Costs Rise But Cartridge Prices Fall – Berto Hits the Gutter

Cartoonist Berto muses some markets are so price-sensitive, they don't realise quality, the environment and IP rights are being lost.
Controlling Static - Berto gets Stuck on Static

Controlling Static – Berto gets Stuck on Static

The printer and consumables industry is indebted to Static Control Components which has been a pioneer for 35 years.
How to Turn off Firmware Updates for HP416-216-206

How to Turn off Firmware Updates for HP416-216-206

James Douglas provides easy-to-follow, step-by-step video instructions to help remanufacturers solve frustrating HP firmware printer upgrades.
Annoying Paper Jams - They are Music to Berto's Ears

Annoying Paper Jams – They are Music to Berto’s Ears

What do you think of when you hear that the reason for the jamming problem in the office has been discovered? Our regular cartoonist has some fun with this one.
Behind the Eight Ball

Behind the Eight Ball

James Douglas says the OEM printer cartridge is innocent until proven guilty. Aftermarket cartridges are not afforded that luxury.

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