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News

Print business secures major schools contract following closure of ‘local institution’

A PRINTING business is top of the class after taking on a major new contract.

PersonaliseMe Print Ltd – which relocated to larger premises on Erw Wen Road in Colwyn Bay during the summer – will now supply uniform for more than 20 schools in Conwy county.

The business secured the deal following the announcement that much-loved retail outlet Boppers is to close for the final time later this month, having traded for more than 47 years.

Boppers’ Joan Rossington made the decision with “a heavy heart” but is proud of her legacy and confident the schools are in safe hands with PersonaliseMe Print owner Carly Brands.

Joan, who bought the company from the Lewis family in 1999, said: “It has been the most amazing 25 years for me here in Colwyn Bay, but the time is right to retire.

“I have seen the same faces come and go, different generations of families, and watched their children grow up to become parents themselves – it has been a privilege.”

She added: “I look forward to spending more time with my family, especially my young grandchildren, and seeing what the future brings.

“I am so thankful to our loyal customers for their decades of support, it was a difficult decision to walk away from Boppers but knowing Carly and her team are taking on a large portion of the schools we supply, and that it will remain local, has given me peace of mind. I know they will do a brilliant job and wish them well.”

Employing four staff in the coastal resort, PersonaliseMe Print supply embroidered and printed workwear, teamwear, and a range of promotional merchandise.

“Being local to Colwyn Bay, I know what an important role Boppers has played in the lives of thousands of people in this area, it’s an institution and we are committed to continuing the Boppers legacy,” said Carly.

“This has come along at the right time and allows us to diversify and keep growing, so it’s a really interesting and exciting move.

“We wish Joan well for the future, she has been a mainstay in the town and done so much for the area – we will all miss her very much.”

Visit www.personalisemeprint.co.uk or email hello@personalisemeprint.co.uk for more on PersonaliseMe Print. 

News

Global Market Success for the TALL Group of Companies as part of their Growing Export Services

The TALL Group of Companies is very proud to be successfully exporting their services to over 30 countries, with products ranging from university degree certificates to cheques to election ballot papers. As a recipient of the Queen’s Award for International Trade and a proud founding member of the Cheshire Commonwealth Association, the TALL Group’s specialist print arm is on course to further strengthen its operations in Africa in 2023.

As major suppliers of international security printing, the longstanding reputation of the TALL Group, for highly secure and top-quality print products and services, has encouraged organisations around the world to rely on a committed work force in the UK to provide a wide range of secure documents.

TALL Security Print, part of the TALL Group of Companies, provide highly valued products and services to emerging markets, primarily in Africa, including cheque scanners to Ghana, secure certificates to 30,000 schools and educational institutions in Kenya, and uniquely personalised degrees to 20 different universities and polytechnics in Nigeria.  The UK’s reputation for reliability, confidentiality and world leading quality counts for a great deal, particularly in Commonwealth countries, where the TALL Group is proud to be at the leading edge of export trade development. This connection with the Commonwealth is clearly demonstrated in an order for Saving Pass Books for Papua New Guinea to support the local authorities move to promote services to the ‘unbanked’ portion of the population.

As DIT Export Champions for the Northern Powerhouse and East Midlands Region in Runcorn and Hinckley respectively, the TALL Group leads by example backing the Government’s ambitious new ‘Made in the UK, Sold to the World’ plan to help businesses, such as the TALL Group, increase exports and sell their world-class products around the globe.

One of the drivers behind the new growth in Africa is the much-envied fraud prevention features across the TALL Group printed product range. TALL are working closely with organisations in Ethiopia and Somaliland to provide secure cheque and voucher solutions to these challenging markets.

 

Martin Ruda, Managing Director of the TALL Group, said:

“We are extremely proud of our work overseas and have won a number of awards and commendations for our export service.  We have well established local representatives in many international markets, and regularly host inward visits to view our design and production facilities.”

“We successfully export a wide range of highly secure documents, ranging from cheques to vouchers and from certificates to electoral ballot papers all around the world from Australia to Ascension Island, Swaziland to Sudan and Ireland to Iraq.”

News

Canon OCE Support Security Printer in Northern Ireland

Lisburn-based DLRT Ltd, part of the TALL Group of Companies, are delighted to announce a significant new investment in Canon OCE Digital Technology to support our existing customer requirements and provide future proofing for new and exciting opportunities ahead.

DLRT have commenced a programme of replacement and upgrading to new Canon OCE digital print and personalisation machines which have the capability of producing high quality cheque books, prescriptions and bespoke personalised mailings on behalf of Financial and Government customers across the island of Ireland and the United Kingdom.

This investment is supported by Invest NI and comes at a time when DLRT has won a major banking contract as part of the wider TALL Group.

Peter Thomas, Managing Director, is delighted to be again working with Canon OCE and its very professional team. “Our Directors, Management Team and Staff here at DLRT are thrilled with the investment in our facilities. As a collective, we recognised the importance of our decisions when embarking on this journey, as well as the benefits of sourcing all our digital capability with Canon OCE. The installation means we are now one of Canon OCE’s main clients on the island of Ireland. Their print solution and attention to detail together with their previous track record with us, helped crystallise the investment into a multiple machine, multiple year deal that will provide real alternatives for potential customers who haven’t yet experienced our multi-award-winning service. These are exciting times for us. The Lisburn team led by our Site Operations Manager, Brian McDonagh, should be very proud that they have delivered this new installation for the business. We also owe a debt of gratitude to Jonathan Duncan of Invest NI who championed our project and provided additional advice and much welcomed assistance.”

Welcoming the company’s investment, John Hood, Invest NI’s Director of Multi Sector said: “DLRT recognises that the way consumers are using cheques is changing and with the increase in fraudulent transactions in the banking system has developed a growth strategy driven by investment in this new more efficient machinery. The machinery will enable it to build a more competitive global position and secure new contracts by enhancing fraud protection and introducing new technologies like the patented QR code based image survivable features. We’re pleased to support DLRT with this investment, ensuring its business is sustainable in Lisburn for many years to come.”

Donnan Cullen from Canon OCE says “We are thrilled to strengthen our partnership with DLRT with the newly installed machines. It is an important step for Canon OCE towards a leading position in the security print and personalisation sector. We look forward to working together with DLRT and to help this impressive and innovative company to continue to thrive within the Irish market.”

Sited in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, DLRT Ltd are perfectly positioned to offer digital print and personalisation solutions for customers on both sides of the border and in mainland UK. DLRT are a multiple award-winning supplier with a long pedigree in secure data management and print solutions. This is underpinned by ISO 9001, ISO27001, Cybers Essentials Plus, FSQS and APACS 55 accreditations. DLRT operate a “Right-First-Time” culture which is enabled by staff with years of experience and knowledge of the security print industry.

Manufacturing Tech, News

BIXOLON Demonstrates Its Latest Range of Innovative Logistics Solutions at LogiMAT 2022

Showcasing the latest in RFID, mobile, desktop and industrial label printing

LogiMAT 2022 – (31.05-02.06.2022, Stuttgart, Germany) BIXOLON, the global manufacturer of advanced Receipt, Label and Mobile printers invites you to visit stand #6D11 at LogiMAT 2022, where it will be exhibiting its growing range of printing solutions dedicated to the intralogistics market.

Displaying a range of high tech labelling technologies to deliver superfast operations; BIXOLON will be exhibiting the XD5-40tR, a 4-inch (118mm) Thermal Transfer desktop label printer with UHF RFID encode and print capabilities. Alongside the XT5-40NR, a highly powerful, optimum performance 4-inch (114mm) Thermal Transfer Industrial RFID label printer. Plus, the NEW XM7-40R 4-inch (112mm) mobile label printer which form part of its RFID labelling range.

BIXOLON will also be exhibiting its portfolio of 2-inch and 4-inch desktop labelling solutions ideal for product and supply chain identification and mission critical applications. Including, the highly reliable XD5-40 4-inch (118mm) and XD3-40 4-inch (118mm) desktop Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer printer series which offer value added features to suit a range of budgets. Alongside the XL5-40 4-inch (114mm) dedicated linerless desktop label printer and the slim line SLP-DX220 2-inch (60mm) direct thermal label and barcode printer, capable of printing a variety of widths for label, tags and wristbanding.

While presenting its award winning range of mobile receipt and label solutions for a range of logistics, postal and manufacturing applications. BIXOLON will be demonstrating the XM7-40 4-inch (112mm) and XM7-20 2-inch (58mm) Liner and Linerless Mobile Label printers which provide premium-level performance produce quality printing outputs at high volumes, making it ideal for the most demanding of environments. Together with its award winning SPP-R200PLUSIII 2-inch (58mm) mobile receipt and linerless printer.

“We are excited to be joined on the stand by our long standing partner Mediaform, a supplier of data acquisition and identification labelling solutions, who are showcasing their logistics application printing in conjunction with our XL5-40 desktop printer,” cites Jay Kim, Managing Director, BIXOLON Europe GmbH. “Over the past two years there has been unprecedented pressure on the logistics industry and the need for effective technology hardware has become more important than ever. LogiMAT give BIXOLON the opportunity to showcase the latest in printing technology innovation with the support of our partner throughout the show.

To find out more, visit BIXOLON at www.BixolonEU.com or contact sales@Bixolon.de to make an appointment to meet the team.

News, Retail

BIXOLON Celebrates the Latest in Retail Technology at EuroCIS 2022

EuroCIS – (31.05.2022 – 02.06.2022, Dusseldorf, Germany) BIXOLON, the global manufacturer of advanced Receipt, Label and Mobile printers invites you to visit stand #9D32 at EuroCIS 2022, where it will be showcasing its latest range of dynamic printing solutions for the European Retail market.

Key exhibition product highlights will include:

  • POS Printers – Displaying its leading solutions for the omni-channel ecosystems, including the multi-functional SRP-Q200 2-inch (58mm) and SRP-Q300 3-inch (80mm) cost-effective front-exit ultra-compact receipt and ticket printer series. Alongside the NEW SRP-S200 2-inch (58mm) and SRP-S3000 3-inch (80mm) receipt and linerless label printing range.
  • Mobile Printers – Showcasing its award winning range of mobile receipt and label solutions, BIXOLON will be demonstrating its premium XM7-40R 4-inch (112mm) RFID mobile label printer with encode & print capabilities and the XM7-20 2-inch (58mm) mobile label printer. Plus SPP-R310plus 3-inch (80mm) and the SPP-R200III 2-inch (58mm) mobile receipt printers which deliver outstanding levels of mobility for a range of environments.
  • Industrial and Desktop Label Printers – Producing mission-critical labelling for high frequency applications, BIXOLON will be exhibiting the XT5-40 4-inch (114mm) industrial label printer series with optional RFID functionality. Alongside the highly reliable XD5-40 4-inch (118mm) series and XD3-40 4-inch (118mm) desktop Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer printer series which offer value added features to suit a range of budgets.

BIXOLON will also be joined on the stand by a selection of innovative partners, showcasing the latest in technology hardware, software and media working in conjunction with BIXOLON printing solutions. These include DREYER SYSTEM GmbH, a leading manufacturer of innovative kiosk printers. SOTI, a proven innovator and industry leader for simplifying business mobility and IoT solutions. Plus Blumberg GmbH & Co. KG, the developer and manufacturer of a wide range of system papers.

“EuroCIS has always been a highlight of our event calendar, giving us the chance to network with Europe’s leading Retailers,” cites Jay Kim, Managing Director BIXOLON Europe GmbH. “This year we’re very excited to be showcasing a growing portfolio of printing products in POS, Mobile and Label, highlighting our ongoing commitment to providing cutting edge technology solutions for the evolving Retail market.”

To find out more, visit BIXOLON at www.BixolonEU.com or contact sales@Bixolon.de to make an appointment to meet the team throughout the show.

Logistics, News

BIXOLON Showcases the Latest in Logistics Printing at Intralogistica 2022

Intralogistica – (03.05-06.05.2022, Milan, Italy) BIXOLON, the global manufacturer of advanced Receipt, Label and Mobile printers will be joining Handheld Group, a global manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, tablets and PDAs at Intralogistica 2022 in Pavilion 6, stand C43-D44 to explore their leading range of mobile and labelling solutions suitable for supply chain management, intralogistics and manufacturing operations.

Exhibition Product Highlights will include:

  • Mobile Printers – Showcasing its award winning range of mobile receipt and label solutions, BIXOLON will be demonstrating the SPP-R310plus 3-inch (80mm) and the SPP-R200III 2-inch (58mm) mobile receipt printers. Plus the premium XM7-40R 4-inch (112mm) RFID mobile label printer with encode & print capabilities and the XM7-20 2-inch (58mm) mobile label printer which deliver outstanding levels of mobility for a range of environments.
  • Industrial Label Printers – Producing high frequency labelling for mission-critical applications, BIXOLON will be exhibiting the XT5-40 4-inch (114mm) industrial label printer series with optional RFID functionality, which offers outstanding performance for a range of logistics and warehousing applications.
  • Desktop Label Printers – Demonstrating the reliability and affordability of its growing portfolio of desktop labelling solutions, BIXOLON will be displaying its highly reliable XD5-40 4-inch (118mm) series and XD3-40 4-inch (118mm) desktop Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer printer series which offer value added features to suit a range of budgets. Alongside the slim line SLP-DX220 2-inch (60mm) direct thermal label and barcode printer, capable of printing a variety of widths for label, tags and wristbanding.

“By exhibiting alongside Handheld who are renowned throughout the industry for their rugged computers, we’re excited to be pulling knowledge and experience from both sides to offer Intralogistica visitors options for a complete data management and printing solution,” cites Jay Kim, Managing Director of BIXOLON Europe GmbH.

To find out more, visit BIXOLON at www.BixolonEU.com or contact sales@Bixolon.de to make an appointment to meet the team throughout the show.

News, Retail

BIXOLON Exhibits its Extensive Range of Cutting Edge Retail Printing Technology at Retail Technology Show 2022

Showcasing the latest in its cutting edge Retail printing range

Retail Technology Show – (26-27.04.2022, London, United Kingdom) BIXOLON, the global manufacturer of advanced Receipt, Label and Mobile printers invites you to visit stand #6C20 at Retail Technology Show, where it will be exhibiting its growing range of dynamic retail printing solutions.

Showcasing its award winning range of mobile receipt and label solutions for omni-channel, supply chain, in-store operations and direct selling. BIXOLON will be demonstrating the NEW XM7-40R 4-inch (112mm) RFID mobile label printer with encode and print capabilities and the XM7-20 2-inch (58mm) Liner and Linerless Mobile Label printer. Plus, the SPP-R310plusIII 3-inch (80mm) and the SPP-R200III 2-inch (58mm) mobile receipt printers.

There will also be a display of BIXOLON’s leading POS printing solutions for progressive payment ecosystems, including its multi-functional SRP-Q200 3-inch (80mm) and SRP-Q300 3-inch (80mm) cost-effective front-exit ultra-compact receipt and ticket printer series. Alongside the NEW SRP-S200 2-inch (58mm) and SRP-S3000 3-inch (80mm) receipt and linerless label printing range.

BIXOLON will also be exhibiting its portfolio of 2-inch and 4-inch desktop labelling solutions ideal for product and supply chain identification and documentation. Including the highly reliable XD5-40 4-inch (118mm) and XD3-40 4-inch (118mm) desktop Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer printer series which offer value added features to suit a range of budgets. Alongside the XL5-40 4-inch (114mm) dedicated linerless desktop label printer and the slim line SLP-DX220 2-inch (60mm) direct thermal label and barcode printer, capable of printing a variety of widths for label, tags and wristbanding.

“The retail sector has always been a key market for BIXOLON,” cites Jay Kim, Managing Director, BIXOLON Europe GmbH. “Retail Technology Show give us the opportunity to network with the UK’s leading retailers while showcasing our elite range of printing solutions which cater to the evolving demands of the retail market.”

To find out more, visit BIXOLON at www.BixolonEU.com or contact sales@Bixolon.de to make an appointment to meet the team.

Hospitality, News

BIXOLON Exhibits its Competitive Range of Hospitality Printing Solutions at Hostelco 2022

Showcasing the latest in POS, Mobile and Labelling printing

HOSTELCO – (04-07.04.2022, Barcelona, Spain) BIXOLON, the global manufacturer of advanced Receipt, Label and Mobile printers will be showcasing its growing range of hospitality printing solutions on stand G721, at Hostelco 2022

Exhibition Product Highlights will include:

  • Mobile Printing Solutions – Showcasing key models from its award winning range of 2-inch, 3-inch and 4-inch receipt and label mobile solutions. BIXOLON will be celebrating the XM7-40R 4-inch (112mm) premium performance mobile RFID label printer with UHF encoding and printing capabilities. Plus, the SPP-L3000 3-inch (80mm) compact, feature rich mobile label printer and SPP-R200PLUSIII 2-inch (58mm) highly adaptive mobile receipt printer.
  • POS Printing Solutions – Exhibiting its leading range of printing solutions for hospitality POS. BIXOLON will be demonstrating its multi-functional SRP-Q300 3-inch (80mm) and SRP-Q200 (58mm) front-exit, ultra-compact receipt and ticket printer series. Alongside the powerful SRP-350plusIII, a 3-inch (80mm) solid thermal receipt printer solution. Plus its growing range of linerless POS solutions, including the NEW SRP-S3000 (80mm) and SRP-S200 (58mm) which are ideal for a range receipt, ticket and linerless labelling applications.
  • Desktop Label Solutions – BIXOLON will also be exhibiting its portfolio of 2-inch and 4-inch desktop labelling solutions. Including the highly reliable XD5-40 4-inch (118mm) series, together with XD5-40tR RFID desktop model with UHF RFID encode and printing capabilities. Alongside the XD3-40 4-inch (118mm) desktop series which offer value added features to suit a range of budgets. Plus the XL5-40 4-inch (114mm) dedicated linerless desktop label printer.

“BIXOLON is looking to celebrate the best of hospitality technology at Hostelco 2022,” cites Jay Kim, Managing Director, BIXOLON Europe GmbH. “We’ll be joined on the stand by our partner LabelFood who will be demonstrating their cutting-edge identification and labelling solution on BIXOLON’s XQ-840, which streamlines commercial kitchen operations, while automating and digitalising food safety and operating efficiency.”

To find out more, visit BIXOLON at www.BixolonEU.com or contact sales@Bixolon.de to make an appointment to meet the team.

News

TALL Security Print Achieve Investors in People Accreditation 

TALL Security Print, the UK leader in the provision of secure printed documents, has successfully maintained its Investors in People (IIP) accreditation, demonstrating the company’s commitment to ensure that principles and practices around supporting people are paramount within the group.

The TALL Group have been providing clients with secure printed documents and electronic payment solutions for over 30 years.  In order to continue to provide world class customer service they have committed to invest in their staff and understand the importance of a better, more productive workplace.  The TALL Security Print team have been working closely with IIP to maintain this accreditation, ensuring that every employee has access to the training and support they need throughout their career.

This news comes as TALL is recruiting three new positions in Runcorn – one press operator and two apprentices.

Debbie Dowler, Quality & Compliance Director, commented: “Our people are amongst the best in the industry and we are extremely proud of each and every one of them.  The IIP accreditation demonstrates our continued commitment to invest in our people and make the TALL Group a place where they can thrive and enjoy coming to work.

She added, “Thanks again to all our Runcorn staff who without their valuable feedback, we couldn’t make this happen.”

“TALL is ten weeks into an internal communications campaign encouraging staff to share their good news, whether business or personal, and have recently celebrated the fine work that staff do by holding lunches at the three TALL Group sites by way of a thank you. Feedback from the IIP has been extremely positive with regard to our communication initiative and have made suggestions as to how we can expand and develop the activities we are undertaking.”

Martin Ruda, TALL Group Managing Director said, “We are fortunate to have a dedicated workforce that has succeeded in maintaining our operations throughout the recent pandemic. As we make our way along the road to recovery from COVID-19, we acknowledge their contribution and look forward to using the IIP accreditation to reinforce our company values.”

 

 

News

Phil Burnell to retire after 26 years Dedicated Service

Loyal and hardworking employee from Runcorn, Phil Burnell is sadly retiring from his role of Estimator / Paper Buyer at TALL Security Print, part of the TALL group of companies, after 26 years of dedicated service.

Phil joined TALL Security Print in 1995.  He was initially employed as a Litho-Printer before successfully applying for the position of Print Buyer and Estimator.  In addition, he later took on the role of Paper Buyer.  Phil trained as a Litho-Printer after leaving school and has spent his career working within the printing industry.

Phil comments: “It’s been a really big decision to retire from TALL Security Print.  I’ve been part of the team for such a long time and it has been hugely satisfying meeting the specific demands that arise within the export business. The tight delivery schedules required for producing ballot papers can be daunting but the team at TALL have always risen to the challenge.  I’ll miss the camaraderie and teamwork and wish them all lots of luck.”

In his retirement Phil will enjoy playing squash and snooker, watching sport (mostly his beloved Liverpool Football Club) and reading a good book.

Brian Carney, Commercial Director, at TALL Security Print said, “It is always difficult when someone leaves who has been part of the fabric of the company for so long. The support and friendship that Phil gave to all in the company will be sadly missed.”

Martin Ruda, Group Managing Director of the TALL Group of Companies, said, “Phil is a well-respected and valued member of the team at TALL Security Print and will be very much missed by colleagues here in Runcorn and across the business. His work ethic and ability to meet deadlines under pressure ensured that we consistently surpassed our customers’ expectations.  We wish him a long and happy retirement.”

please visit: www.tallgroup.co.uk