Remanufactured Cartridges Versus
Refilled Cartridges What's the difference?
Contents Issue 23, June 2009 6 Cover Story 6
Organized Vs. Unorganized Refilling
10 Industry News
Deepak Jalihal General Manager
10 Densigraphix Launches Canon imageRUNNER C2880 New Color Compatible Cartridges, Densigraphix Launches New Brother Universal Toner Cartridge.
Wendy McRae Managing Editor
11 Katun Corporation Thanks Customers For Three Decades Of Loyalty As It Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary, Katun Corporation Introduces The Katun Performance Toner Kit For Use In Kyocera Mita Km 3050/4050/5050 Digital Copier/printers.
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13 Faroudja Offers Bulk Toner for the Dell 1320 C, Faroudja Toner has released a new drum for the Xerox Phaser 7750, Static Control Announces the Release of the New HP CP2025/ CM2320MFP Component System for Remanufacturing (CC530A CC533A), Static Control Ruling Kills Prebate-Remanufacturing Industry Wins, UniNet Absolute Color Toners and Smartchips For Samsung Clp 610/660. 14 UTec Manufacturing Site in Zhuhai, China Receives IECQ QC080000 Certification, AlphaChem Releases Bulking System for Epson, UniNet Smartchips For Xerox Phaser 3600, 3635, 7400, 3600, UniNet Components For Minolta Bizhub 40p. 15 Static Control Offers HP P4014/4015/4515 (CC364A / CC366X) system, ATTA TECH Ltd has released GP210/215/Ir3570/4570/ Hp4014 / 4015, heating element and fuser film sleeve, Future Graphics Imaging Corporation Releases Chip for Samsung SCX-4200. 17 Lasertech Celebrates 20 Years of Ongoing Success, Delacamp AG Names Carter as Technical Support Manager, Micro Solutions Enterprises Releases HP P4014 Jumbo Compatible 20 Katun Introduces New Katun Performance Toner For Use In Konica Minolta Bizhub 420/500-series Digital Copier/printers
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26 Technical 26
Easy-to-Remanufacture Cartridges
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Remanufacturing business, main driving forces.
33 The Lyra Report 33
Increasing OEM Inkjet Cartridge Prices
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ReIndia Expo 2009: Education, Networking and The Luckiest Man in India
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From the GM's Desk ‌‌. Unlike the United States or for that matter even Europe, the Indian refilling Industry takes a larger share of the aftermarket than the remanufacturing industry. However, the refilling industry is by and large unorganized. This has led to association of a poor image in the minds of Indian consumers particularly the corporate consumer. OEMs are quick to capitalize on this. The cover story this month looks at various aspects of organized and unorganized refilling. We look at three major market movers in the organized refilling sector and how they are changing the perception of the Indian consumer. The need of the hour is moving the unorganized segment to the next level. This can be achieved through proper training. Recharge India takes the first step in this direction by printing and publishing the Remanufacturing Instructions, in Hindi. We hope to bridge the gap by delivering the technical instructions in the language that many more people, particularly the people who actually do the remanufacturing will understand. We are sure that you will enjoy this issue. Sincerely Deepak M Jalihal General Manager
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Remanufactured Cartridges Versus Refilled Cartridges What's the difference? The difference is huge! First of all, cartridges that are ONLY refilled are referred to in the industry as "drill and fill" cartridges. This unflattering term describes what is typically done. That is, the cartridge is drilled or in some cases opened, filled with toner and then closed. You might be thinking "what's wrong with that?” The problem with it is that inside that cartridge are parts that are built to last just a certain length of time, very little longer than the toner in the cartridge is expected to last - the manufacturer is not going to put in more expensive parts which last longer than the amount of toner. These parts are things such as drums, wiper blades, doctor blades, sealing foams, magnetic rollers and more. Things that the end user, are unfamiliar with. That is, until they fail and render the cartridge useless. If the cartridge is only refilled, and these important parts are not replaced, then it is highly likely that these parts will fail leaving you with a cartridge that is not suitable for use. This is what is called a “mid-cyclefailure”
The following definitions and explanations should clarify things.
What is recycled cartridge? Actually there is no such thing as a “recycled cartridge”
The term “recycling” is defined as follows: Recycling is taking a product or material at the end of its useful life and turning it into a usable raw material in order to make another product, thus diverting it from the waste stream or from ending up in a landfill (see landfill definition). So, technically speaking, when the cartridge is at the end of its useful life (having been refilled or reconditioned many times) then the unusable parts such as plastic of the shell, the aluminum of the magnetic sleeve, the rubber and steel of the PCR etc. are sent to be recycled (to be turned into raw material for another product).
Failure can be anything from printing not looking as crisp or as sharp as the original cartridge, to vertical or horizontal streaks, spots and/or smudges, extremely light printing and a variety of other problems. If the seals in the cartridge have failed toner can even leak into your printer/copier which can result in needing to have the machine (printer) cleaned and serviced.
In the context of the remanufacturing industry, the term “Recycled” is a generic term that does not necessarily refer to the process or technology used to manufacture a product. Both remanufactured cartridges and refilled cartridge (a cartridge that is recycled using open-n-fill method) can be labeled as recycled cartridges despite huge differences in their recycling processes. The same applies for reconditioned or refurbished cartridge.
A properly remanufactured cartridge has had all of the internal components replaced. So you get not only a cartridge that has been filled to capacity with high quality toner but it also has a new high quality drum, new wiper and doctor blades, new foams that seal the cartridge, etc. As a result, your cartridge is like new with the exception of the plastic shell of the cartridge, everything else has been replaced. Now you no longer need be concerned about anything in the cartridge failing, it is all new!
Refurbishing Refurbishment is the process of maintenance or minor repair of an item, either aesthetically or mechanically. Servicing and/or renovation of older or damaged equipment to bring it to a workable or better looking condition. Refurbished goods are of older model and usually in worse condition than reconditioned.
A refilled/recharged cartridge CANNOT measure up to the quality you get from a remanufactured cartridge. There is a marked difference between the two processes.
Reconditioning Servicing, readjusting, and recalibrating equipment or instruments to bring them to near-new or original operational level. Reconditioned goods are of later model and usually in better condition than refurbished.
Unfortunately, the consumer weighs everything in one basket. The consumer does not really understand the difference. The sad part is most of the unorganized refilliers and so called remanufacturers also are unaware of the importance or the impact on the quality. The consumer is often deceived, by those that claim to remanufacture but are, in fact, only refillers. They land up purchasing cartridges that are not satisfactory and are not aware that they are probably only getting refilled/recharged cartridges.
Rebuilding Remaking of something back to its original specifications, by carrying out repair or replacement of parts as necessary.
Don't be confused by the jargon.
Remanufacturing
People often use the terms like recycled, reconditioned, refurbished etc. either through lack of knowledge or to confuse.
Rebuilding, repairing, and restoring an equipment or instrument to meet or exceed Original Equipment Manufacturer's (OEM)
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performance specifications. Sold and serviced usually by third-parties, remanufactured items carry a warranty different from the one provided by the OEM. So, although some people still think of them as the same, there is a big difference between remanufactured and refilled cartridges. A refilled cartridge has been drilled out and refilled with new toner inside which is also known as "drill-n-fill" method. Since the drum and other parts are not reconditioned or replaced, refilled cartridges can cause many problems. Recycled cartridges using "drill-n-fill" method may damage your equipment. In fact, refilled cartridges have given the remanufacturing industry a bad reputation. Remanufacturing process involves disassembling, cleaning, refilling toner, replacing appropriate components, print testing and repackaging.
What differentiates the remanufactured Cartridges? Remanufactured cartridges are those that have been remanufactured for one more cycle of use. Remanufacturing process involves disassembling, cleaning, refilling toner, replacing appropriate components, print testing and repackaging. A good remanufactured cartridge meets or exceeds the quality standards of a new cartridge.
chips which are not just copies but are covering you under the IP Law. In a remanufactured cartridge the chip is always essentially changed with a compatible one. As technology progresses, the chips are getting smarter and are doing much more than just sensing the cartridge presence or page counts. The chips now awaken latent features in printers, distinguish the regions and are communicating two ways to do calibrations in color and would do a whole lot more in future. It is important to choose a proper chip vendor, if you want your remanufactured cartridge to have the same functions and features as the original. To conclude what differentiates the remanufactured cartridges from everything else is the process, the equipment and last but not the least the attitude. If you want to peddle an inferior product labeling it as a superior product, you are hurting yourself and the industry as a whole. The consumer will get educated today or tomorrow and start the weeding process. As an industry, we need to be clearer in our perceptions so that we can project ourselves better. The consumer should be in a position to make an informed choice between the two.
A remanufactured cartridge is a cartridge that has been 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Completely disassembled All components inspected, separated and cleaned New drum installed New wiper blade installed New magnetic roller installed Toner container filled with new toner to originalspecifications Toner container sealed with pull-out strip to prevent leakage Cartridge reassembled and tested on proper equipment These cartridges are in effect are rebuilt from the ground up.
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What is smart chip or page counter chip? Although chips on cartridges is a vast subject in it self and can not be possibly covered here, the article would not be complete without touching this subject, at least superficially. Smart chip are installed in some cartridges by OEM manufacturers to keep track of printer functions as well as to make life harder for recyclers and remanufacturers. Compatible chips are used by remanufacturers and they are available for almost every cartridge that uses chip. And they work as well as OEM chips. It is important to make sure that you are using chips which are not just copies but are covering you under the IP Law. In a remanufactured cartridge the chip is always essentially changed with a compatible one. As technology progresses, the chips are getting smarter and are doing much more than just sensing the cartridge presence or page counts. The chips now awaken latent features in printers, distinguish the regions and are communicating two ways to do calibrations in color and would do a whole lot more in future. It is important to choose a proper chip vendor, if you want your remanufactured cartridge to have the same functions and features as the original.
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Faroudja Offers Minolta 2400 Drum
Hi & Bestech Releases Chip for HP CP3525/CM3530MFP color toner cartridges
Faroudja Toner has released a new drum for the Minolta 2400, it was announced.
Taichung, TAIWAN - Hi & Bestech Company announces the release of CHIPS for HP CP3525/CM3530MFP color printer toner cartridges’ chips as below:
“We've had the toner for a while, and our customers have been asking about the drum” explained company president Phil Faroudja. “We're finally pleased to introduce it; the OEM drum unit retails at more than $200 and so this presents a good opportunity for rechargers.” Offered with gears, the Faroudja Minolta MC 2400 drum also works for the Minolta MC 2450 and Minolta MC 2500. “We are trying to to be the complete warehouse so customers don't have to go to three different places to get what they need” added Faroudja. The company offers drums for many other color cartridges including HP, Okidata, Samsung and Xerox Phaser.
HP CP3525/CM3530MFP black chip page yield 5K; toner cartridge # CE250A HP CP3525/CM3530MFP black chip page yield 10.5K; toner cartridge# CE250X HP CP3525/CM3530MFP cyan chip page yield 7K; toner cartridge # CE251A HP CP3525/CM3530MFP Magenta chip page yield 7K; toner cartridge# CE253A HP CP3525/CM3530MFP yellow chip page yield 7K; toner cartridge # CE252A
Contact: Faroudja Toner Web: www.faroudjatoner.com.
Faroudja Offers Bulk Toner for the Dell 3130 Faroudja Toner has released color toner in bags for the Dell 3130. 10 kilogram (22 pound) bags are sold for black, cyan, yellow and magenta, and can be purchased individually or in multiple quantities.
HP CP 3525 printer
HP CP 3525 chip
HP CP 3525 color laser printer boosts work team performance efficiently with fast print speeds and superior first page out times from low power mode, while getting brilliant, print-shop quality results. A perfect choice for small workteams of 5-15 users in any sized business who need a reliable, easy-to-use and expandable colour printer to efficiently produce a wide range of high quality business documents with print speeds of up to 30 pages per minute in black and color.
“The Dell 3130 is the latest of the Dell color printers and was introduced fairly recently; it's a bit cheaper and faster. We believe we're first-tomarket with the toner.” explained marketing director Tim Farrell. “We're pleased to offer the Dell 3130 toner in bulk 10 kg bags, as they can offer savings of 40% or more.”
“Our R&D staffs continually strive to provide the first to market chips to make a nice profit for recyclers. In December, 2008, we worked out HP CP2020/2025N chips. Now we are excited to supply HP CP 3525/CM 3530 MFP chips for our RE-industry,” said Alvin Hsu, sales director of Hi & Bestech. As an industry partner on chip solutions, our team is composed of qualified engineers with more than 20 years on ASIC chip design, reverse engineering and cost- effective production. Our full lines of chips are full emulation with 100% functionality but unique circuit and firmware design from OEM chips for Intellectual Property protection.
The Dell 3130, in addition to toner, requires carrier, which Faroudja also supplies. Faroudja Toner, in San Carlos, California, additionally stocks color toner for Hewlett-Packard, Okidata, Xerox Phaser and supplies a wide range of parts and recharging tools.
Hi & Bestech company (Taiwan) E-mail: info@tonerchips.com Http://www.tonerchips.com
Contact: Faroudja Toner Web: www.faroudjatoner.com.
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aimed squarely at the SMB (small-/medium-sized business) channel.
Future Graphics Imaging Corporation Releases ‘Comprehensive System Solution’ for HP CP3525/CM3530
Since CSS was started in May of 2006 it has help launch over twenty-five high-quality first-to-market matched systems of critical engine releases. But CSS is not only about quality matched systems, it is also about the support and education necessary to help remanufacturers build and sell to diverse markets all over the globe.
Los Angeles, CA – FGIC is pleased to announce a first-to-market release of a ‘Comprehensive System Solution’ for the HP CP3525/CM3530. This ‘comprehensive solution,’ which is one of three released in just two days, includes an OEM-like sub-6-micron chemical color toner specifically designed for this engine and a co-engineered OPC, chips, patented doctor blade cleaning tool, and sealing system.
The ‘Comprehensive System Solution’ for CP2025 is in stock now and ready to ship from convenient FGIC locations around the globe. Remanufacturing and tooling instructions are available free on online at fgimaging.com.
Most aftermarket toners for this engine are conventionally produced, which not only incurs greater costs for the supplier, it also results in poor yield and overfilling of the waste hopper. Lab testing at FGIC has consistently demonstrated outstanding results for yield, background and image density.
Contact: Future Graphics E-mail: info@futuregraphicsllc.com Web: www.futuregraphicsllc.com
Future Graphics Imaging Corporation Releases ‘Comprehensive System Solution’ for HP P2035/P2055
The HP CP3525 is positioned for the SMB channel and replaces the CP3505. The CM3525 is a new addition to the growing HP line of color MFPs.
Los Angeles, CA -- FGIC is pleased to announce a first-to-market release of a ‘Comprehensive System Solution’ for the HP P2035/2055. This ‘comprehensive solution’ for a critical release, which is one of three released in just two days, includes a specially designed low-melt toner and a co-engineered OPC, chip and wiper blade.
Since CSS was started in May of 2006 it has help launch over twenty-five high-quality first-to-market matched systems of critical engine releases. But CSS is not only about quality matched systems, it is also about the requisite support and education necessary to help remanufacturers build and sell to diverse markets all over the globe.
Because the OEM has a swivel element on its OPC drive gear axle, FGIC also developed a specialized tool (patent pending) to remove and reuse this element with ease.
The ‘Comprehensive System Solution’ for CP3525 is in stock now and ready to ship from convenient FGIC locations around the globe. Remanufacturing and tooling instructions are available free on online at fgimaging.com.
The HP P2055 is a low-cost 35ppm SOHO printer that replaces the P2015. The P2035 is even lower-priced ($199) 30ppm SOHO printer that replaces the P2014/1160.
Contact: Future Graphics E-mail: info@futuregraphicsllc.com Web: www.futuregraphicsllc.com
“Our development team has done an outstanding job keeping pace with new OEM technology,” said Luke Goldberg, Senior VP, FGIC. “We are proud of the unique, cost-effective, easy-to-use CSS solutions our team is developing. This allows our industry to take advantage of profitable new products only five short months after introduction.”
Future Graphics Imaging Corporation Releases ‘Comprehensive System Solution’ for HP CP2025/CM2320 Los Angeles, CA – FGIC is pleased to announce a first-to-market release of a ‘Comprehensive System Solution’ for the HP CP2025/CM2320.
Since CSS was started in May of 2006 it has help launch over twenty-five high-quality first-to-market matched systems of critical engine releases. But CSS is not only about quality matched systems, it is also about the requisite support and education necessary to help remanufacturers build and sell to diverse markets all over the globe.
This ‘comprehensive solution,’ which is one of three released in just two days, includes an OEM-like sub-6-micron chemical color toner specifically designed for this engine and a coengineered OPC, full-emulation compatible replacement chips, patented doctor blade cleaning tool, and sealing system.
The ‘Comprehensive System Solution’ for P2035/P2055 is in stock now and ready to ship from convenient FGIC locations around the globe. Remanufacturing and tooling instructions are available free on online at fgimaging.com.
Most aftermarket toners for this engine are conventionally produced, which not only incurs greater costs for the supplier, it also results in poor yield and overfilling of the waste hopper.
Contact: Future Graphics E-mail: info@futuregraphicsllc.com Web: www.futuregraphicsllc.com
Called the ‘big brothers’ to the CP1518 family, the CP2025/CM2320 are
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Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Slovakian and Spanish (Latin America and Spain).
Static Control releases dedicated chips for use with Canon Ink Jet Plotters
Static Control takes this multi language 2009 catalogue to a new level of customer service because every page is printable, even cartridge wire line drawings.
Static Control has released a compatible replacement chip for remanufacturing Canon cartridges for the imagePROGRAF 8000 and 9100 printer family.
“We spent a lot of time on this catalogue project to make it as easy and accessible for our customers as possible; however we will improve on updates every 4 months”, says Erwin Pijpers, Vice President Sales of Static Control.
The chip has been designed, manufactured and 100% tested in-house. All Static Control's chips have been patent reviewed.
Contact: Static Control Tel: +44 (0)118 923 8800, +91 11 25500286. Web: www.scc-inc.com or www.scceurope.co.uk.
“Being in the chip manufacturing business the last 9 years gives our customers the confidence to remanufacture cartridges with a 100% success rate; this is the foundation of our chip business that keeps our customer relations strong”, says Lyn Burchette, Vice President and also Director of the Chip Development Department at Static Control.
Static Control premieres worldwide V.I.P. webcast at REMAX 2009 in Germany Static Control launched its first worldwide V.I.P. webcast event this April at REMAX show 2009 in Düsseldorf, Germany with an overwhelming success. Over 500 attendees from almost 60 countries tuned in and watched the first series of a “Global Industr y Outlook” via the internet; more than 200 invited V.I.P. guest saw the production live at the REMAX show 2009 in Düsseldorf, Germany!
The chips are available for all colours, and are sold individually or in multiple quantities; laser etched markings on the chip board allow an easy identification. These dedicated chips are in stock and ready to ship from convenient worldwide locations. Contact: Static Control Tel: +44 (0)118 923 8800, +91 11 25500286 Web: www.scc-inc.com or www.scceurope.co.uk.
Static Control used this unique multi media tool to offer business leaders across the globe a worldwide perspective on the current economic crisis, and at the same time presented new imaging solutions for the remanufacturing industry.
Static Control releases new 2009 product CD catalogue Static Control, the global technology leader in the remanufacturing industry, has released its new 2009 product CD catalogue, showing almost 14,000 products for the cartridge remanufacturing industry.
“We believe that webcast sessions are becoming an extremely effective tool to deliver key business information in a proactive way to our fast growing global customer base. The benefit for our customers is clear: instant quality facts means a head start when it comes to business and competition,” says Steve Weedon, CEO of Static Control, Europe and Executive Vice President of Static Control, Inc.. Weedon was one of the main webcast presenters at the V.I.P. Event.
The catalogue includes several highlights like virtual plant tours through Static Control's fa cilities, co r po r a te videos, featured products, new releases and even the latest brochures, chip guides and seal guides.
Overall positive customer feedback from across the world was received at Static Control's headquarter in Sanford, North America after the webcast. Static Control will continue this webcast format in the future. Contact: Static Control Tel: +44 (0)118 923 8800, +91 11 25500286 Web: www.scc-inc.com or www.scceurope.co.uk.
The catalogue offers a broad spectrum of business services, online capabilities and other benefits. Product lists are very easy to search due to a new digital search engine created by Static Control. 17 different language options are available including: English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese (Portugal and Brazil),
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Uninet Unichip Smartchips For Xerox Phaser 6180
Uninet Absolute Color Products For Hp Cp-3525
Los Angeles, CA – UniNet announces the release of Smartchips for use in the Xerox Phaser 6180 printer under its Unichip brand line of products powered by Summit Technologies. Previous releases include UniNet’s Absolute Color toner, developer toner and OPC Drum with gears.
Los Angeles, CA – UniNet proudly announces new additions to its Absolute COLOR brand toner product line. These new releases have been qualified for use in the new HP Color LaserJet CP-3525 printer, which includes low and high yield color toner. Remanufacturing component products, which include Smartchips, gearless drum, and Clearseal™ will soon be released as well.
Xerox’s mid-speed color printer is one of the most popular of the Phaser line of printers. Impressive features such as 26 ppm black and 20 ppm in color, 10-second first page output and a monthly duty cycle of 60,000 pages ideal for heavy uses. The Phaser 6180 printer is also offered in a multifunctional version or MFP. Contact UniNet at Tel + 1 (424) 675-3300, or Web: www.uninetimaging.com.
Uninet Absolute Black Products For Hp P-2035/2055 Los Angeles, CA – UniNet proudly announces further additions to its Absolute BLACK brand toner product line qualified for use in the latest HP P 2 0 3 5 / 2 0 5 5 prin ter. Other key components now available include low yield (2.3K) and high yield (6.5K) Smartchips, doctor and wiper blades, PCRs, mag rollers, and of course, UniNets’ detailed instructions. These new HP monochrome printers have been in the market just a few months, but already are becoming widely popular in the marketplace. Starting prices of just $159.00 USD for the P2035 (30 ppm) and $349.00 USD for the P2055 (35 ppm) make these an excellent value. OEM cartridge prices are $89.00 USD for the low yield and $163.00 USD for the high yield, giving remanufactures plenty of room to make a good margin. Plus the all in one cartridge design makes the learning curve very simple.
This 30 ppm printer in both black and color is the fastest printer in HPs’ new generation of color printers. This engine includes features such as a small footprint, automatic duplex printing, and a monthly duty cycle of 75,000 pages which makes this printer a very desirable product. The supplies for this printer are a 7,000 page cartridge for the colors and two different versions of the black (7,000 and 10,500 pages). UniNet Technical Director Neil Robinson comments, “The all-in-one cartridge design offers a fast track to remanufacturers looking to get started on these high end cartridges. With the OEM color cartridges retailing at $250.00 USD or higher, these are a must have product for any remanufacturer.” Contact UniNet at Tel + 1 (424) 675-3300, or Web: www.uninetimaging.com.
Comet Chemical Release Compatible Color Toner for Brother HL4040 Comet Chemical proudly announced the release of compatible toner for Brother HL4040 color printers in early May, 2009. According to Comet, Brother HL4040 was developed according to customers’ demand, and this product is also popular with global market. Brother HL4040 is the first color laser designed by the company itself, rather than a rebranded model from another manufacturer. It's a decent first effort, offering good overall speed and print quality for a competitive price.
Contact UniNet at Tel + 1 (424) 675-3300, or Web: www.uninetimaging.com.
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Comet’s Brother HL4040 color toner is made from all imported raw materials, which make its printout looks near OEM standards with high resolution and brilliant color. Comet has finished the circle testing of this product under different simulated environments. The quality has been approved by a lot of customers from home and aborad.
Abbee Fill Cartridge Refill Station in Bhubaneshwar Bhubneshwar - Abbee Fill Cartridge Refill Station, India's only retail chain for imaging industry, is on a constant upward growth. The company is inaugurating its 1st retail store at Bhubneshwar in Orissa on 17th May 2009.
About Comet Chemical:
Mr. Ashok Kumar Patra & Mr. S. K. Senapati, Partners of M/s. Decent Marketing, who have been appointed as Franchisee for Bhubaneshwar, told reporters that, “Abbee Fill”, would market imaging products like remanufactured Laser & Inkjet Cartridges, refilling the same along with Dot Matrix Ribbons & its refill packs. It will also sale OEM Cartridges & other allied products required for the IT industry.
Comet Chemical specializes in the research, manufacture and distribution of all kinds of toner powder, including monochrome toner and color toner. We introduce advanced production lines and testing equipments, employ famous toner experts with 20 years toner R&D experience from overseas. With a well-equipped laboratory, experienced experts, more than 80 printers and copiers, we assure well performance of toner powder in every printer.
Apart from Bhubaneshwar, Abbee Fill has a plan of opening 1500 retail stores across India in the next 5 years. Presently, 107 stores are already in various phases of completion, out of these 28 are in Maharashtra, 12 in Karnataka, 8 in Rajasthan, 7 in Gujarat & Chattisgrah, 6 in Tamilnadu & Madhyapradesh, 5 each in Uttar Pradesh & Uttaranchal, 4 in Hariyana, 3 each in Delhi & Jharkhand, 2 each in Goa, Punjab & Orrisa, and 1 each in Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Shillong, Tripura, Himachal Pradesh, Bihar & Jammu.
Contact : Comet Chemicals email: tonersales@cometgroup.com.cn
Comet Newly Releases Color Toner for HP CP1215 Comet Chemical continues to announce the release of compatible toner for HP CP1215, after receiving great response of launching Xerox color toner series, including Xerox DC12, Xerox DC2060 and Xerox C1110 compatible toner in global area.
In the present recessional scenario, when all the corporate & computer users are cutting the cost, refilling of the cartridges is the most important cost cutting tools for the corporate. The new Inkjet black cartridge which is sold by OEM at Rs. 1200/- is refilled by Abbee Fill, utmost company on the quality and page yield, at Rs. 150/-. The same way OEM laser cartridge which is sold at around Rs. 3000/- is refilled by Abbee Fill at Rs. 400/-. This exorbitant difference between the OEM and refilled cartridge are tempting the users to refill their cartridges.
Comet’s HP C P 1 21 5 c o l o r toner is compatible with HP CP 1510 series, HP CP1210 series, and HP CM1300 series. The premium toner is made from all imported raw materials, which make its printout in accordance with OEM standards with high resolution and brilliant color. In additional, with its low cost, it will not only satisfy most normal users but also professional users who have great expectation on printouts.
Apart from the economics, refilling is environment friendly also. Contact: Abbee Consumables and Peripherals Sshope Ltd. Tel: Mr. Ashok Kumar Patra-9337103225 / Mr. S. K. Senapati-9437013906. Email: support@abbeesshope.com Web: www.abbeesshope.com
Abbee Fill Cartridge Refill Station in Jammu Tawi Jammu Tawi-Abbee Fill Cartridge Refill Station, India's only retail chain for imaging industry, is on a constant upward growth. The company is inaugurating its 1st retail store in Jammu & Kashmir at Jammu Tawi on 27th April 2009.
With a few years time, Comet Chemical R&D center has successfully finished a full color toner product line. Un till up, Comet Chemical not only specializes in printer color toner series, but also enters into the field of copier color toner series.
Mr. Sanjay Bhat, Proprietor of M/s. Adhivika Enterprises, who has been appointed as Franchisee for Jammu Tawi, told reporters that, “Abbee Fill”, would market imaging products like remanufactured Laser & Inkjet Cartridges, refilling the same along with Dot Matrix Ribbons & its refill packs. It will also sale OEM Cartridges & other allied products required for the IT industry.
Meanwhile, Comet R&D center will pay closer attention to the markets trends and customer demands, so as to develop more monochrome and color toner at the earliest time. Contact : Comet Chemicals email: tonersales@cometgroup.com.cn
Apart from Jammu Tawi, Abbee Fill has a plan of opening 1500 retail stores across India in the next 5 years. Presently, 95 stores are already in various phases of completion, out of these 22 are in Maharashtra, 12 in
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Karnataka, 7 in Gujarat & Chattisgrah, 6 in Chennai, 5 each in Uttar Pradesh, Uttaranchal, Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh, 3 each in Delhi, Jharkhand & Punjab, 2 each in Goa & Orrisa, and 1 each in Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Shillong, Tripura, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Bihar & Jammu.
at Rs. 400/-. This exorbitant difference between the OEM and refilled cartridge are tempting the users to refill their cartridges. Apart from the economics, refilling is environment friendly also. Contact: Abbee Consumables and Peripherals Sshope Ltd. Tel: Mr.Ajit Kumar Singh-9919002097 Email: support@abbeesshope.com Web: www.abbeesshope.com
In the present recessational scenario, when all the corporate & computer users are cutting the cost, refilling of the cartridges is the most important cost cutting tools for the corporate. The new Inkjet black cartridge which is sold by OEM at Rs. 1200/- is refilled by Abbee Fill, utmost company on the quality and page yield, at Rs. 150/-. The same way OEM laser cartridge which is sold at around Rs. 3000/- is refilled by Abbee Fill at Rs. 400/-. This exorbitant difference between the OEM and refilled cartridge are tempting the users to refill their cartridges.
Faroudja Toner offers Monochrome Toners, Color Toners (Dell 3130), Drums Black Toner A Great way to save on monochrome toners is with Faroudja bulk 10 kilogram bags. From canon, to HP, to Samsung and more, all our bottles are also in bags. Cost reductions range from 30% to 40% –
Apart from the economics, refilling is environment friendly also. Contact: Abbee Consumables and Peripherals Sshope Ltd. Tel: Mr. Sanjay Bhat-9845392472 Email: support@abbeesshope.com Web: www.abbeesshope.com
Color Toner Faroudja Is Pleased Faroudja announces Dell 3130 toner. The Dell 3130 printer, recently introduced, is Dell's latest foray. Toner as well as carrier is available. Also in stock: Dell 1320 and Minolta 2400 bulk at great prices.
Abbee Fill Cartridge Refill Station in Lucknow Lucknow-Abbee Fill Cartridge Refill Station, India's only retail chain for imaging industry is on a constant upward growth. The company is inaugurating its 1st retail store in Uttar Pradesh at Meerabai Marg area of Lucknow on 4th April 2009.
OPC Drums If You Need Drums for monochrome or color cartridges, chances are we carry them. In demand rights now at Faroudja are,
Mr. Ajit Kumar Singh, Manager of M/s. Perfect Printing Solutions, who has been appointed as Franchisee for Lucknow, told reporters that, “Abbee Fill”, would market imaging products like remanufactured Laser & Inkjet Cartridges, refilling the same along with Dot Matrix Ribbons & its refill packs. It will also sale OEM Cartridges & other allied products required for the IT industry. Inaugurating the Store, Mr. B. B. Somani, CEO of Abbee Fill told the reporters that, Abbee Fill is on the verge of opening 2 more stores in Lucknow. Company is also at an advance stage of negotiations with 2 other stores in Uttar Pradesh. By the end of April 2009, this will take our total number of stores in Uttar Pradesh to 5. Out of these, 3 will be in Lucknow & one each in Varanasi & Agra.
Xerox 7700 / 7750 / 7760 drum Okidata 9600 drum & drum fuse HP 4200 drum Lexmark T 640 drum Xante Ilumina drum & drum fuse
Refilling the world with hope Printing is an integral part of every business and individual's life today. With increasing computer penetration in India, there is a greater demand for printers and peripherals as well. Over the last few years, in 2005, India was ranked as the 18th highest IT spender and it is expected to move up to the 13th position in 2010. This projection itself shows the growth the country is experiencing and the potential it offers.
Apart from Uttar Pradesh, Mr. Somani said that we have a plan of opening 1500 retail stores across India in the next 5 years. Presently, 88 stores are already in various phases of completion, out of these 22 are in Maharashtra, 12 in Karnataka, 7 in Gujarat, 6 in Chattisgarh, 5 each in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh, 3 each in Jharkhand & Punjab, 2 each in Goa, Tamilnadu, Orrisa, Delhi, and 1 each in Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Shillong, Tripura, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh & Jammu.
This industry has a rich history of over 20 years in India when it all started with refilling printer ribbons. Evolving to what it is today, it has presence all over the country and has filtered down to every village as well employing lakhs of people in the bargain. The scope of this industry has now expanded to Inkjet and laser toner cartridges and now, even digital printing. While this industry has generated tremendous employment and entrepreneurial opportunities, they are also sensitive to the environmental demands of today's day and age.
In the present recessational scenario when all the corporate & computer users are cutting the cost, refilling of the cartridges is the most important cost cutting tools for the corporate. The new Inkjet black cartridge which is sold by OEM at Rs. 1200/- is refilled by Abbee Fill, utmost company on the quality and page yield, at Rs. 150/-. The same way OEM laser cartridge which is sold at around Rs. 3000/- is refilled by Abbee Fill
Back in 2005, the print market was projected at Euro 12.81 billion (Rs
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69,315 crore) by 2008, a growth of 47.5 per cent from 2003. Of this, the refilling industry is estimated to be over Rs 1,400 crore, with a year-onyear growth at over 20 percent in India. The CAGR (compounded annual growth rate) of the refill industry in India is estimated to be at 12.8 percent for FY 2008-09. This translates to one in five printer cartridges being perhaps being a refilled one.
But it hasn't always been smooth sailing. “There are no disadvantages of using a refilled cartridge,” says Somani. “We don't complement manufacturers we compete with them. The manufacturers are selling their products at exorbitant prices. For example, HP sells their inkjet cartridges between Rs 1,000 and Rs 1,400. Most fall in this range whereas the same cartridge can be refilled for Rs 100 or Rs 150. There is a huge cost difference. The refilling does not affect the performance, it will give similar or at times better output. But the customer is still not aware of these benefits,” he adds in typical firebrand fashion!
The price of a printer cartridge has fallen a great deal in the last few years. Consequently, so has the price of refilling. Despite the fall in the price of manufacturer's products, there is still a huge difference in the price point of a refill cartridge. Creating awareness about this and the fact that using a refilled cartridge doesn't affect the printer are the keys to ensuring that this industry flourishes further.
Busting more myths, Somani adds that cartridges can be damaged when being refilled. But that happens when those working with the cartridges are not properly trained. “Today, the entire market is abuzz with unorganized activity. So even if there are users who have understood the advantages, they end up going to the wrong places. There is always a possibility of the customer being cheated because it is not possible to tell whether something has indeed gone wrong. But Abbee refilling assures quality and now because of our initiative we are gradually organizing this sector,” he adds.
A great many myths exist about using refilled cartridges. With the right source for refilling the cartridges, however, there is no threat to the printers. One of the biggest benefits that a refilled cartridge offers, however, is that of protecting the environment. Across the world, over 900 million empty cartridges are thrown into empty pits every year. What's worse is that this number is continuously rising. Research has shown that a laser printer cartridge takes over 450 years to decompose naturally. More than 3.4 litres of oil is needed to manufacture one single laser cartridge. In one year, if the world's discarded cartridges were stacked end-to-end, they would circle the earth more than three times! But by reusing and refilling cartridges, we could bring down this number dramatically.
For long, the computer peripherals sector in India has been an unorganised one. But thanks to the efforts of Somani, at least one segment has the chance of getting organized. “We have launched an ad campaign that will make people aware of the pros and cons of this service. This is how we plan to approach an individual customer and explain to them what are the advantages of refilling,” says Somani.
That this industry is here to stay is evident from the recent entry of a global player in the field. However, what is often missing in these cases is the knowledge of local business set ups and what really will work for the franchisees. Our future rests in the hands of success of various businesses and an environmental health that is not possible if we continue to use and consume as we do now. Reduce, reuse and recycle is the way of the future. And the cartridge refill industry is showing the way.
Although it may seem that the company is on commercial overdrive, they are also aware of their environmental responsibilities. “An inkjet or laser cartridge takes three-and-a-half litres of oil to manufacture. It is a precious resource and it will be better for our future if this is used economically. It takes 800 years to decompose! Therefore, by not refilling, you are making way for more and more cartridges to be used and increasing pollution,” adds Somani explaining the hazards of not refilling. While it is well and good for major printer manufacturers to warn users against the uses of refilled cartridges to ensure higher sales, they seldom take into account the massive burden this will put on the environment.
Contact: Abbee Consumables and Peripherals Sshope Ltd. Email: support@abbeesshope.com Web: www.abbeesshope.com
The Refill Industry: A Rejuvenating Industry
But it isn't only the environment that will be 'saved'. “Saving is the biggest advantage. There are massive savings because refilling saves the customer from buying a new cartridge every time the ink gets over. Refilling allows re-use of the same cartridge for at least five cycles. If one can re-use, it saves you the cost of buying,” says Somani. All of us can easily calculate the money saved by refilling to further emphasize the point!
About a decade or so ago, computers started becoming the norm around India. As the use of computers grew, so did the use of printers and peripherals which gave rise to a whole new industry. One of these was the cartridge refill industry. Pioneers are success stories because they possess a vision, a foresight that others don't. B B Somani, the founder of AbbeeFill is one such man. Starting with humble settings, he has today set up a business that spans geographies and businesses. The simple mantra that has seen AbbeeFill meet with its stupendous success is one that allows their consumers to cut costs and retain quality. B.B. Somani, CEO, AbbeeFill recalled how the idea of starting a refill cartridge business clicked when he was working as an accountant. Since then, it has flourished and today, AbbeeFill has come from a small room to now having a full fledged factory in Himachal Pradesh.
AbbeeFill is also a consumer-friendly company in the sense that despite the efforts of most manufacturers, they are able to continue to service their clientele. “To save their market share, they (major printer manufacturers) have come up with a new strategy whereby they continue to launch new printer models often. The design of the cartridges also changes with every model. So till we do our homework on the new product, they have earned their profit,” says Somani. But AbbeeFill is up to the task and have shown tremendous speed and adaptability in ensuring that their customers do not suffer due to these practices.
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And with a growing base of users and franchisees, AbbeeFill will continue to fulfil their promises towards their customers, the environment and also their investors dustry is showing the way. Contact: Abbee Consumables and Peripherals Sshope Ltd. Email: support@abbeesshope.com Web: www.abbeesshope.com
Abbee Fill Cartridge Refill Station in Hissar Hissar- Abbee Fill Cartridge Refill Station, India's only retail chain for imaging industry, is on a constant upward growth. The company is inaugurating its 1st retail store at Hissar in Hariyana on 25th May 2009. Mr. Jinendra Jain, Proprietor of M/s. Arham Cartridge & Printer Solutions, who have been appointed as Franchisee for Hissar, told reporters that, “Abbee Fill”, would market imaging products like remanufactured Laser & Inkjet Cartridges, refilling the same along with Dot Matrix Ribbons & its refill packs. It will also sale OEM Cartridges & other allied products required for the IT industry. Inaugurating the Store, Mr. B. B. Kandhare, Executive Director of Abbee Fill told the reporters that, Abbee Fill is at an advance stage of negotiations with 4 other stores in Hariyana. By the end of June 2009, this will take our total number of stores in Haryana to 5. Out of these, one each in Hissar, Rohatak, Dharuhera, Panipat & Kurukshetra. Apart from Hissar, Abbee Fill has a plan of opening 1500 retail stores across India in the next 5 years. Presently, 111 stores are already in various phases of completion, out of these 29 are in Maharashtra, 13 in Karnataka, 10 in Rajasthan, 7 in Madhya Pradesh & Chattisgrah, 6 in Tamilnadu & Gujrath, 5 in Hariyana, Uttar Pradesh & Uttaranchal, 3 each in Delhi & Jharkhand, 2 each in Goa, Punjab & Orrisa, and 1 each in Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Shillong, Tripura, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu. In the present recessional scenario, when all the corporate & computer users are cutting the cost, refilling of the cartridges is the most important cost cutting tools for the corporate. The new Inkjet black cartridge which is sold by OEM at Rs. 1200/- is refilled by Abbee Fill, utmost company on the quality and page yield, at Rs. 150/-. The same way OEM laser cartridge which is sold at around Rs. 3000/- is refilled by Abbee Fill at Rs. 400/-. This exorbitant difference between the OEM and refilled cartridge are tempting the users to refill their cartridges.
Assemblies, Charge Rollers, Manual Feed Roller, Separation Rollers, Transfer Roller, Feed Rollers, and Pick-up Tires. The maintenance kits are for use in HP LaserJet printer models HP LJ 4000/4050 (HP C4118-67909); 4100 (HP C8057-67903), HP LJ 4200 (HP Q2429-67904); HP LJ 4250/4350 (HP Q5421-67903); and HP LJ 4300 (HP Q2436-67905). The maintenance kits are for use in Lexmark printer models Optra T640/642/644 (Lexmark 40x0100); Lex Optra T634 (Lexmark: 56p1855); Lex Optra T630/632 (Lexmark: 56p1409). “The use of these maintenance kits improves performance of the printers, while saving the dealer a significant amount of money. Most of the kits come with all the necessary parts to complete the maintenance without the need to return to the shop for forgotten items,” comments Mitch Schwartz, Director Quality Assurance. For more information on our products, call 1-877-77-DENSI (1-877-7733674) to speak with a sales representative or place your order through the Densigraphix on-line catalog at www.densi.com. About Densigraphix Founded in 1979, Densigraphix is a privately-held distribution company serving the copier dealer and the laser cartridge remanufacturer markets. The Company has five international facilities in Canada and the United States and conducts business in over 35 countries. Its 30-year success is driven by its mission to deliver customer satisfaction and a total commitment to offering high quality products at competitive prices. With a large inventory of replacement parts and supplies for the remanufacturing, service and supply sectors, Densigraphix is truly "Dedicated to Your Image." Sales Leads: Tel: 1-877-773-3674 Web: www.densi.com Media Contact: Joanne Basilieres Tel: 1-450-441-1300 E-mail: joanneb@densi.com
Apart from the economics, refilling is environment friendly also.
Track Engineers Launches Drill Fixture for Samsung CLP and Xerox Toners
Contact: Abbee Consumables and Peripherals Sshope Ltd. Tel: Mr. Jinendra Jain on 9354333666. Email: support@abbeesshope.com Web: www.abbeesshope.com
Track Engineers, India’s leading solution provider for Cartridge Remanufacturing and Refilling industry have come up with new equipment for the ease of refillers. This new equipment is a drill fixture. Using this you can easily drill the hole in the cylindrical toner cartridges.
Densigraphix Announces Maintenance Kits for use in HP and Lexmark Printers
The advantage of having this fixture is, you get the location to make the hole instantly as the cartridge sits in the fixture easily. After you fix the cartridge and drill the hole, the waste cut out material of the toner cartridge does not fall into the cartridge.
Montreal, Quebec (Canada) – Densigraphix, today, announced the release of aftermarket maintenance kits for HP and Lexmark branded laser printers. Depending on the model, these kits may contain Fuser
You can then remove the old toner powder, fill the new toner powder and fix a label to seal the cartridge. Indigo Prints Smart Pvt Ltd the associate
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路This also helps to use minimum quantity of cleaning solution. 路Indigo already supplies superb quality of Formujet Cleaning Solutions (internal and external) The three trays can be used as: CT HP 21/27 - HP 21, 22, 27, 28, 56, 57, 818, 853, 855, 860, 861, 702, Canon PG 40, 41, 830, 831, Lex 17 etc CT HP 29 - HP 20, 26, 29, 14, Canon BC 20, BX 3 etc CT HP 15/45- HP 15, 45, 40, 17, 23D, 78 etc Contact: Indigo Print Smart Phone: 91-22-2591 9033 / 2564 1503 Email: track44@gmail.com Visit: www.indigoworld.in
firm of Track Engineers supplies excellent quality of Formujet color toners and chips for these toner cartridges. The fixture is usable for black as well as color toner cartridges of Samsung CLP 300, Xerox 6110 and similar cartridges. Contact: Track Engineers Phone: 91-22-2588 1080 / 2588 2125 Email: sales@trackengineers.com Visit: www.trackengineers.com
INDIGO PRINTS SMART INTRODUCES NEW CARTRIDGE SOAKING TRAYS Indigo Prints Smart Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai (India), (Formerly Indigo Imaging Supplies) have introduced three types of Cartridge Soaking Trays. The soaking of cartridges in the right cleaning solution helps to dissolve stubborn ink clogs and blockages.
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路The soaking of cartridge in these trays dilutes dried ink & impurities and there is no Intermixing of Cleaning Fluid. The design helps in keeping the nozzles untouched from Surface.
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Easy-to-Remanufacture Cartridges
by UniNet Imaging Technical Staff
This article is the second in a series on easy-to-remanufacture color and monochrome cartridges. These cartridges represent the best profit opportunities currently available in our industry. They are all very simple, training is minimal, no test machines are needed, and in all cases, only a brief amount of time is required.
Okidata C7000 Series
Xerox Phaser 7700
The Okidata C7300 series toner cartridges are rated for 10,000 pages black at 5 percent coverage. They are compatible with the C7000, 7100, 7200, 7300, 7400, and C7500 machines. There is not a chip on the cartridge.
The Xerox Phaser 7700 toner cartridges are rated for 5,000 pages LY, 12,000 pages HY black; 4,000 LY pages, 10,000 HY pages color. The USA OEM part numbers are 016-1882-00 black 5K, 016-1947-00 black 12K, 016-1879-00 cyan 4K, 016-1944-00 cyan 10K, 016-1880-00 magenta 4K, 016-1945-00 magenta 10K, 016-1881-00 yellow 4K, and 016- 1946-00 yellow 10K. Use two bottles for the HY cartridges.
1. Remove the black fill plug. 2. Press in on the tabs on the opposite side of the cartridge. Remove the end cap and remove all the remaining toner. Note: As with many Okidata cartridges, the cartridge is split in two; one side for the fresh toner, and the other for waste. These sections are sealed off from one another, meaning the new and waste toner do not mix.
There is not a chip on the cartridge. Note: Mark a line from the cap to the cartridge. This will help you install the cap back to its original position. 1. Remove the glossy tape that holds the cap in place. 2. Remove plug.
3. Start to snap the end cap back in place. As you press the end cap on, watch to make sure the mixing auger fits into the bushing and metal rod fit into their proper places.
3. Vacuum the tube clean, and fill with new toner. 4. Replace the end cap, replace the tape.
4. Close the port, fill with new toner and replace the fill plug.
Okidata C7000 Series
Note: Align the cap and tube by using the marking made before disassembly.
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Kyocera FS-4000, TK 332 The Kyocera TK-332 series toner cartridges are used in the FS-4000. They are rated for 20,000 pages at 5 percent coverage. The toner cartridge sells with a waste toner bottle and a corona grid cleaner. There is a chip on the cartridge that must be replaced each cycle. The printer ships with a starter toner cartridge rated at 10,000 pages. 1. Remove the fill plug. Clean out all the remaining toner. 2. Make sure the toner port is closed; clean out any toner residue and fill with the TK-332 toner. 3. Re-install the fill plug. 4. Clean out or replace the waste bottle. 5. (Photos 5a and 5b) Replace the RF type chip. The chip is manufactured into the label.
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Jadi
Malaysia headquarters
Aiming to be a Global Success by Dan Mooney • Recharger Magazine
1992 called Technitone to produce toner. In 1999, Liew incorporated Jadi, acquired Technitone’s assets and took over the business.
K.S. Liew, executive Chairman and group CEO of Jadi.
The Jadi Imaging Group of Companies comprises the following: Jadi Imaging Holdings Berhad (JIHB), the holding company which is listed on the Malaysian stock exchange; Jadi Imaging Technologies Sdn. Bhd. (JITSB), a wholly-owned subsidiary of JIHB, which manufactures black toner in Malaysia; Jadi Imaging Technologies Co. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of JIHB, which manufactures black toner in China; Jadi Imaging Solutions Sdn. Bhd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of JITSB, which manufactures color toner in Malaysia and Jadi Imaging Supplies
K.S. Liew has a clear picture of where he wants the Jadi Imaging Group of Companies to eventually land in the aftermarket landscape.
If we acquire a sizable competitor and continue growth, we could easily push up our production capacity to more than 12,000 (metric tons) by 2015. At that point in time we could claim the biggest in terms of production capacity.
“Our vision is to be the biggest independent toner manufacturer in the world by 2015,” said Liew, executive chairman and group CEO of Jadi. “With our globally competitive high-quality products, we are optimistic that we can further expand our operations and achieve our vision. ” Jadi has set its course to bigger things with acquisitions, growth and extensive R&D work.
— K.S. Liew, Executive Chaiman and CEO, Jadi”
Helped formed by Liew, Jadi got its start as a joint-venture company in
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department of the University of Malaya, the premier university in Malaysia.” Liew said the company is in the process of designing and fabricating its own CPT line. “We’re looking to scale that up by the end of this year,” Liew said. The company has channeled its attention to R&D to fuel its growth in responding to what Liew calls a “technically more complex market.” Jadi is conducting more technical training.
Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of JIHB and a sales and distribution company in the United States. Earlier this year, the group was running six production lines, with an annual production capacity of 5,400 metric tons. In 2008, Jadi produced just over 3,000 tons of black and color toner. Jadi has looked to bolster production and efficiency by investing in automated material handling and centralized dust collection systems in its factories. “If we acquire a sizable competitor and continue growth, we could easily push up our production capacity to more than 12,000 (metric tons) by 2015,” Liew said. “At that point in time we could claim the biggest in terms of production capacity.”
“We conduct both independent research as well as joint research with our strategic partners,” Liew said. “Our ongoing R&D focuses on both developing new and higher-quality products to meet the constantly changing and exacting demands of the industry; and also on improving the quality of our existing products, including identifying alternative raw materials to bring down the cost of these products or meet the specific requirements of different segments of the market.”
Color capacity for Jadi is about 500 metric tons. Earlier this year, the company was running at about 60 percent capacity for color, though that figure is expected to increase since Jadi’s second color line has only been up and running since last summer.
Jadi, which is the lone toner manufacturer in Malaysia, holds ISO 9001:2000 certification. In the past, Jadi has been honored as an Enterprise 50 Award winner, which honors companies that are crucial in Malaysia’s economy.
Reaching that goal starts in the suburbs of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where Jadi’s main factory and headquarters are located. Across the road is Jadi’s R&D center and another manufacturing facility.
“We have also succeeded because of our commitment to providing consistently high-quality products and services that meet or exceed the expectations of our worldwide customers,” Liew said. “Our proactive approach in engaging in regular dialogues, including technical discussions with our customers, has enabled us to better understand the needs of the market in general and our customers in particular.”
Jadi is also expanding its reach in the Kuala Lumpur area, where a 260,000-square-foot piece of land was purchased near Port Klang, a thriving Malaysian port. A warehouse and an R&D center for Jadi’s chemically produced toner work will occupy the area.
Jadi calls itself the biggest toner producer in Southeast Asia. The company exports more than 90 percent of its toners to more than 50 countries, including those in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, South America, Europe and the United States. Approximately 65 percent of Jadi’s toner is shipped to Asian markets.
In China, Jadi moved into a new factory this year in Suzhou. The factory, with one line, produces black toner for the Chinese market. Jadi has approximately 187 employees, about 150 of which are based in Malaysia. Eleven of those employees are in research, where Jadi is pushing a large agenda.
Liew, who completed his higher education in the United Kingdom, was a copy machine salesman in the late 1970s. In 1984, he founded Office Business Systems Sdn. Bhd., a company that remanufactured, sold and serviced copiers.
Jadi allocates 3 percent of its revenue each year to R&D. “Our biggest advances in R&D have enabled us to formulate, develop and manufacture color toner as well as the high-value black toner,” Liew said. “In addition, among our ongoing R&D projects is a joint project on chemically produced toner, which we are conducting with the chemistry
“We became the biggest distributor of reconditioned copiers in Malaysia and we consumed a lot of toners ourselves,” said Liew, relating how he got his start in the toner business. “In 1990, I considered making toner
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ourselves because at that point toner was hard to come by.” The company eventually bought toner technology from a Swiss company and expanded its business. Liew oversees a company management philosophy that includes enhancing shareholder value, adhering to good governance practices, a commitment to quality and investing in R&D. Liew mainly though points to employees as being Jadi’s backbone. “We believe our employees are our biggest asset as their skills and collective contributions are critical to the success of our company,” Liew said. “We practice an open management style to encourage honest and effective communications among our employees and seek opportunities to allow our employees to continue to enhance their knowledge, skills and creativity. We seek dedication and loyalty from all our employees to enhance our competitive position in the industry.” Liew commented on the high degree of knowledge at Jadi, including much staff expertise in the remanufacturing of cartridges. Though the company has no plans to go into that side of the aftermarket, it has conducted cartridgeremanufacturing training for customers in Malaysia, Vietnam, China and India and aims to eventually expand that training to other customers. Expansion beyond its current framework is clearly on Jadi’s to-do list. “Besides the organic growth we’ve been undertaking the past few years, we are possibly looking at some more acquisitions, which we believe will happen in the next couple years because there are a lot of cheap assets for sale out there and they get cheaper by the day,” Liew said. In Malay, one of the meanings of Jadi is “succeed.” Even in rough economic times, the company is doing just that. “While the economy is tight and challenging, we are still pretty optimistic with our own growth because we feel we have the competitive edge to compete and also take some market from our competitors,” Liew said. Contact Jadi at +011-603- 7804-0333 in Malaysia or visit www.jadi.com.my.
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The Lyra
Toner Cartridges on Track for Growth Through 2012 by Cortney Kasuba • Lyra Research
are forecast to grow for the worldwide color laser printer and color laser MFP markets. This will have a positive impact on toner cartridge shipments for the color laser segment. While the CAGR for monochrome toner cartridge shipments is forecast to grow by 4 percent, the CAGR for color (CMYK) toner cartridge shipments is forecast to grow to just more than 12 percent. The majority of the cartridge growth in the color arena is forecast to come from MFPs, especially A4-size Machines.
Lyra recently released its updated toner cartridge forecast for the years 2007 through 2012. Despite the economic downturn, Lyra forecasts that the total laser printer and MFP installed base and total toner cartridge shipments and revenue will grow through 2012. However, not all segments will experience growth, and the majority of the growth will occur in the color and MFP segments.
Worldwide Laser Hardware Trends The laser hardware market is slowly transitioning from monochrome to color devices and from printers to MFPs, and the supplies market is transitioning along with it. Hardware installation trends comprise one of the largest factors that fuel supplies shipment trends. Overall, the laser hardware market (excluding high-end monochrome printers and MFPs and color production devices) is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6 percent from 2007 to 2012. The greatest growth will occur in the color hardware segment. However, although the color laser hardware market is forecast to triple by the end of 2012, it will grow from an extremely small base. The installed base for color will increase from only 2 percent of total laser hardware installations to 5 percent.
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Toner Cartridge Trends Although laser hardware installations are growing, toner cartridge shipments are not growing at the same rate. For the last several years, print volumes per machine have been dropping, which affects toner cartridge requirements. However, with increasing installations and declining use, the monochrome toner cartridge market is still expected to by Cortney Kasuba • Lyra Research grow throughout the forecast period. From 2007 to 2012, Lyra forecasts a CAGR of 4 percent. Separating printers and MFPs, it becomes clear that the greatest opportunity for growth is in the MFP market. Although this market is smaller than the printer cartridge market, its growth is forecast to be more substantial. In contrast to the monochrome market, both installations and cartridge use
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