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Konica Minolta awards Typhoon House Exclusive Partner status
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd has recognised Isle of Man-based managed print solutions specialist, Typhoon House, as an Exclusive Partner. As the island’s first Exclusive Partner, Typhoon House offers Konica Minolta’s multifunctional print devices, print consumables and expert technical support to businesses across the Isle of Man and beyond. “Having worked with Konica Minolta’s print solutions for many years, we know the well-deserved reputation for innovation, reliability, quality and service are vital for our customers,” said Geoff McCann, managing director of Typhoon House. “Customer demand for Konica Minolta products makes this the perfect time for Typhoon House to become an Exclusive Partner, benefiting us and our customers in terms of technical support, training, device and consumables availability, and pricing.” Typhoon House, launched in 1993, has
a long-standing association with Konica Minolta, becoming a partner in 2017 and achieving Premium Partner status soon after. This close cooperation has been key in gaining market share in a location where logistical support is critical. “As a solutions provider, we focus on finding the right technology to meet our customers’ needs, an ethos closely shared with Konica Minolta,” added Geoff. “We have helped customers rationalise their print fleet for greater efficiency and operational cost savings, including a large financial institution where we achieved a 40% saving on their managed print costs.” Cameron Mitchell, business leader for indirect channel at Konica Minolta, added: “We are proud to award Typhoon House Exclusive Partner status. Their dedication to customers is reflected in an impressive near 100% customer retention rate, and our close partnership means Typhoon House is very much an extension of our brand and values.”
Geoff McCann managing director
typhoonhouse.im
Epson Partners with SUSS
Seiko Epson Corporation, a leader in advanced printhead solutions, has announced a collaboration with SUSS MicroTec SE, a manufacturer of system and process solutions for the semiconductor and printed electronics industries. As part of this partnership, SUSS will adopt the Epson PrecisionCore printhead technology (I3200 Series) in its flagship desktop R&D printer, the LP50. This aims to enhance research and development capabilities in inkjet processes, applications and materials. The decision to utilise Epson technology stems from its print quality, attributed to the PrecisionCore technology that allows for a maximum of eight inks to be tested
simultaneously within the same printhead. Furthermore, the printhead demonstrates high chemical compatibility, enabling researchers to maximise the development of fluid and print processes effectively. The LP50 printer will benefit from the integration of PrecisionCore printhead technology, ensuring improved performance in inkjet printing. The LP50 is instrumental for researchers focused on the evaluation and development of inkjet materials used in various applications within the electronics sector. In conjunction with this technological upgrade, SUSS and Epson will collaborate to introduce comprehensive ‘Application Kits’ over time, featuring newly developed and tested processes and materials from
Robert Wanninger senior vice president
suss.com
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