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2. Océ LargeFormatPrinters

3. Cartridge SA PrinterCartridges

4. Nashua WideFormatMFPs

5. Altech Card Solutions CardPrinters

6. CSX KodakScanMatei940

7. Nashua WideFormatMFPs

8. Nashua NextGeneration DigitalPrinting

10. Pitney Bowes TheCleanTEC Advantage

12a. Roan Systems LexmarkBackOffice Solutions

12b. PDC BarcodePrinting Solutions

13. Subscription Competition

14. Sony HDVideoConferencing

15. Sony LEDPublicDisplays

16. Sony ProjectorRange

18. W Vos & Co BindingSolutions

19. SACIA TradeAssociation

20. Nashua SolutionsProvider

22. Pitney Bowes DAHLEShredding Solutions

24. SBMS SonyProjectors

26. CSX Folder/Inserter

27. Spec Systems Card&LabelPrinters

28 Fellowes FellowesShredders

29. Black Sheep Design GraphicDesign& PrintServices

30. Hasler Business Systems MailingSolutions

31. PDC NiceLabel

32. Fellowes QualityOffice Products

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Nashua Contact : KhekheGinindzaTel : +27112328135Fax : +27879424189Email : [email protected] : www.nashua.co.za

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TheAficio™MPW7140fromNashuaattains excellent quality whenprintingandscanning,andboastsacolourscannerasstandard.

The design combines space-savingmeasureswiththereliabilityanddurabilityessential toyou.Maximumuptimeandbusinesscontinuityareguaranteed.

Top Class ProductivityThenewMPW7140copiesandprintsuptosevenA0or14A1sheetsperminute.Documentsofup to 30 metrescanbescanned,printedorcopiedandwarm-uptimeislessthantwominutes.

Your Reliable PartnerReliableequipmentisthefirstrequirementforbusinessefficiency.RobustnessandlongdurabilityaretheMPW7140’strademarks.Thedeviceiscontinuallyproductivethankstoitsimpressivepapercapacityandeasytroubleshooting.

Broad Paper HandlingPaperformatsbetween182x210mmand914x30,000mmposenochallengetotheMPW7140.Withtwostandardrollfeeders,refillsarefarbetween.Forevenmorepapercapacity,optforanextratworollfeedersor2x250-sheetpapercassette.Withfourrolls,theMPW7140willholdallpapersizesyouneedatoncesothere’snoneedtochangerollsforajobonadifferentsizeofpaper.

Excellent Image QualityTheMPW7140reproducesthefinestlineswithoutfail.Nashuatechnologyand600dpiprintresolutionguaranteeimpeccableimagequality.

Standard Colour ScanningColourorB/Wdrawingscanbe scanned,revised andstored withtheAficio™MPW7140’sstate-of-the-art scanner.Digitisecolourdocumentswithout extra cost or scanto e-mail or to URL in one click,saving time and minimising networktraffic.*Editing,too,canbedonewithoutlosingtime.*Requires1GBextramemory(optional).

Safe and SecureItisvitaltokeepcirculatingdigitaldatafrompryingeyes.TheAficio™MPW7140livesuptothelatestsecuritystandards.

Smooth OperationPrintingandscanningcanbedoneatthesametime.Theremovablescanneroption*separatesprinterandscanunit,allowingseveral people to perform tasks at themachinesimultaneously.

A smaller-scale alternative: Aficio™ MP W5100 NeedthecompactnessandmanyfunctionsoftheMPW7140,butforsmallervolumes?The Aficio™MP W5100 is an attractivealternative.• Copying/printing/scanningat5A0and

10A1sheetsperminute.• Standard colour scanner and colour

LCDdisplay.• Cost-efficientinternalcontroller.• Largepapercapacity.• Easyoperation.

Robust, durable and impressive – top quality wide format MFPsScan,printandcopydocumentsofupto30metresinlength–ononespace-savingmachine

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Effortless Job ManagementOperatingtheMPW7140isstraightforwardwith thewidecolourLCD touchscreen.Browsefoldersandcheckthecontentsoffilesonthedisplay.Managementtaskslikechangingthequeue,holdinganddeletingjobs also happen via the touch panel.Web Image Monitor carries out similarfunctions fromyourdesktopcomputer.

Datacard® SD360 for vibrant images at superior speeds• Two-sided(duplex)cardprinting• Full-colourprinting:upto200cards

perhour(one-sided)upto155cardsperhour(two-sided).Monochrome:upto830cardsperhour(one-sided)

• IntuitiveLCDpanelwithsoft-touchcontrols

• TruePick™Features

Datacard® SP75 with advanced security technology• Intensesecurity:onestandardlaminator

andasecondoptionallaminator(extendcard life and help defend againsttampering)

• Highdurability• Diversefunctionality:applythesame

securitylaminatetobothsidesofthecardorapplydifferentlaminatestoeachside

Call Altech Card Solutions today for more info!

Altech Card SolutionsContact : KurtBurgerTel : 0118795700Fax : 0118795800Cell : 0836000057Email :[email protected] :www.acs.altech.co.za

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The Datacard® SD and SP Seriesprintersoperatefaster,better,andatalowercost,whetheryou’restrivingforsecurity,loyaltyorconvenience.

Theircompetitivefeaturesandpricemakethemthebestvalueonthemarket.Dozensof innovationscombine tocreate theseindustry-leadingcardprinters.SDandSPSeriesprintersoutperformintheircategoriessoyoucandothesameinyours.TruePick™anti-jamcardhandling(SDSeries)accuratelypickscardsandhelpsreducethestressofabusyworkday.TheSD360™andSD260™cardprintersconsistentlyprintIDcardsfasterandmorereliably – and at the best value on themarket.Whetheryouneedamoresecureworkplaceoraconvenientsolutiontoofficeidentification,SDSeriesprintersadapttoyourneedsandyourbudgetsoyoucanprintconfidently.Designed for card issuers looking toincreaseproductivityandmanagecosts,the Datacard® SP30 Plus card printeroffersaneconomicalprintingsolutionthatproducesprofessional,high-qualitycardswithfull-orpartial-colourimages–idealforissuingdriverslicenses,nationalhealthcarecards,corporateIDcards,governmentIDcardsandmore.

Smartcardencodingonmostprintermodelsproducemoresecuresolutionsforarangeofapplicationsincludingeducation,healthcareandcorporateneeds.

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SP30 – Entry-level simplex printer SD260 – Mid-range simplex printer SD360 – Mid to High range duplex printer SP75 Plus – High-end duplex printer

Forenhancedsecurityanddurability,theDatacard®SP75Pluscardprinterhasbeenengineeredtoenablegovernmentagencies,high-techcorporations,universitiesandothersecurity-minded organisations toprotectpeople,facilitiesandcriticalassets.The next generation of card printingfrom Datacard combines dozens ofgreat innovations into industry-leadingperfection.

Datacard® SP30 for low cost-per-card, high yield printing• One-sidededge-to-edgeprinting;

manualtwo-sidedprinting• Full-colourprinting:Upto160cardsper

hour;Monochrome:Upto750cardsperhour

• Easytooperate:Theprinterdriverprovidesmessageprompts,recoveryinstructions,colourimagepreviewandonlineuserhelp

Datacard® SD260 for superior speed and productivity• One-sided,edge-to-edgeprinting;

manualtwo-sidedprinting• Full-colourprinting:upto200cards

perhour(single-sided),upto155cardsperhour(two-sided).Monochrome:upto830cardsperhour

• Easy,fastinstallation• PrintermessagesdisplayonLCDpanel• TruePick™Features

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Reliability, superior image quality and performance – right on your desktop

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Kodak announces the new Kodak ScanMate i940 Scanner. With the same great features as the i920, the i940 also allows scanning without

mains power supply, using only the USb 2.0 connection.

This compact scanner saves desk space with its small footprint, and saves time by automating repetitive tasks. Plus, it creates crisp, clear images and easily readable text on the first scan so you can make quick work of your scanning tasks. And get back to business.

With Kodak’s Smart Touch functionality, the ScanMate i940 gets important business documents into your information network in an instant. That’s because Smart Touch automates multiple-step scanning operations by capturing, processing, and sending information for you.

At the touch of a button, Smart Touch helps you make e-mail attachments, picture files, searchable PDFs, and more. Plus it files documents or sends them to “the cloud.” For example, if a business configured its ID card scanning process as Option 2, an employee could simply select “2” on the scanner display.

The ID card would be scanned, processed, and its image sent to the proper destination — automatically.

The Kodak ScanMate i940 scanner. The small, but powerful way to clear your desk and get ahead of your day.

• Stay in contact: Bundled software helps you easily edit and synchronise business card info with your contact applications

• Integrate easily: TWAIN and ISIS drivers allow quick compatibility with most scanning software

• Do more: Kodak Capture Pro Software lets you quickly scan, process, utilise, and manage documents — no third-party software to buy

CSX service and supportCSX provides a free one year maintenance agreement with every unit sold in South Africa. Call CSX today for more info.

Seven great things you can do with the Kodak ScanMate i940 Scanner to get ahead:• Save space: Compact, highly portable

design takes up less desk space

• Save time: Kodak’s Smart Touch performs multiple-step scanning and organising operations automatically. When A/C powered, colour pages are scanned at up to 15ppm (200dpi) and black and white at up to 20ppm. Via USB, black and white and colour pages are scanned at up to 8ppm (200dpi).

• Make great images: Kodak’s Perfect Page document imaging is built in — just press the button and get great images with bright colours and crisp text

• Scan it all: Reliably handles a wide range of documents with the 20-sheet automatic document feeder, including extra-long documents, business cards, ID cards, and embossed hard cards

The information organiser that won't take up your whole desk. Or your whole day.

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The information organizer that won’t take up your whole desk.Or your whole day.

ScanMate i920 Scanner

Eight great things you can do with the Kodak ScanMate i920 Scanner to get ahead.

Save space ngised elbatrop ylhgih ,tcapmoC takes up less desk space

Save time smrofrep hcuoT tramS s’kadoK multiple-step scanning and organizing operations automatically

Make great images Kodak’s Perfect Page document imaging is built in — just press the button and get great images with bright colors and crisp text

Scan it all fo egnar ediw a seldnah ylbaileR documents with the 20-sheet automatic document feeder, including extra-long documents, business cards, ID cards, and embossed hard cards

Stay in contact uoy spleh erawtfos deldnuB easily edit and synchronize business card info with your contact applications

Integrate easily TWAIN and ISIS drivers allow quick compatibility with most scanning software

Do more Kodak Capture Pro Software lets you quickly scan, process, utilize, and manage documents — no third-party software to buy

Get peace of mind Our three-year limited warranty supports Kodak’s commitment to superior workmanship

Know what it feels like to get ahead.The compact Kodak ScanMate i920 Scanner saves desk space with its small

footprint, and saves time by automating repetitive tasks. Plus, it creates

crisp, clear images and easily readable text on the first scan. So you can

make quick work of your scanning tasks. And get back to business.

With Kodak’s Smart Touch functionality, the ScanMate i920 gets important

business documents into your information network in an instant. That’s

because Smart Touch automates multiple-step scanning operations by

capturing, processing, and sending information for you. At the touch of a

button, Smart Touch helps you make e-mail attachments, picture files,

searchable PDFs, and more. Plus it files documents or sends them to “the

cloud.” For example, if a business configured its ID card scanning process

as Option 2, an employee could simply select “2” on the scanner display.

The ID card would be scanned, processed, and its image sent to the proper

destination — automatically.

The Kodak ScanMate i920 Scanner. The small, but powerful, way to clear

ScanMate i940 Scanner

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Big performance, small footprint wide format multifunctional from Nashua

You know what you want from your wide-format printer. It must process your workflow fast and at an attractive cost.

Big performance, small footprint: Aficio™ MP W2401/ MP W3601 A dream combination: affordable wide-format document production in a compact footprint. You can securely copy, scan, distribute and archive with one surprisingly compact unit. With their top-of-the-range optional colour scanner and speed of 6.4 A1 pages per minute (MP W3601), these devices offer productivity improvements for the busy office. You can process a variety of paper sizes from A4 up to A0: opt for the two roll configuration or the additional 250-sheet paper cassette (up to A3).

Single Space-Saving FootprintFor such heavy weight performers, the Af icio™MP W2401/ MP W3601 take up surprisingly little space. No wonder they are the most compact devices in their class. You certainly won’t need a separate print room, which saves valuable office space.

Nashua Contact : Khekhe GinindzaTel : +27 11 232 8135 Fax : +27 87 942 4189email : [email protected] : www.nashua.co.za

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enhanceyourwide-formatworkflowwithNashua’sAficio™MPw2401/MPw3601

The 8.5- inch LCD colour touch-panel allows you to access all the device’s great functions. Its status is clearly visible and a login/logout hard key enables rapid user authentication. Documents can be previewed in full-colour thumbnails.A simplified display with fewer keys and a larger font allows visually impaired users to operate the devices confidently. And to make the devices even more user-friendly, they support 18 languages.

Highly SecureBoth devices incorporate t h e l a te s t le vel of security features to meet customer requirements in this area. They support security standards IEEE 802.11 WEP and WPA/WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i). WPA/WPA2 is an interoperable Wi-Fi security specification introduced by Wi-Fi Alliance. It provides a high level of assurance to enterprises and small businesses. Your data remains fully protected; only authorized users are able to access your networks.

Maximum UptimeWith the aid of clear, step-by-step animated guidance the touch-panel guides you smoothly through toner replacement procedures or any irregularities such as a paper jam. The paper jam clearance mechanism itself is refreshingly simple. Side guides enable easy lower tray stacking.

• Extremelycompactdesign.

• Optionalcolourscannerwithvarietyofstandardfeatures.

• Veryeasytouse–largeLCDtouch-panel.

• Latestsecurityfeaturesfullyincorporated.

• Superbproductivity:4.4/6.4ppm(A1)and2.4/3.4ppm(A0).

Scan, Distribute, ShareThe optional built- in colour scanner is guar-anteed to increase your productivity. You can revise large format drawings in colour: add comments, scan the drawings and distribute. Scan to email, folder or URL is also possible. Or scan originals at a high resolution of 600 dpi and save them on a USB memory device or SD memory card.The MP W2401/ MP W3601 even allow you to preview scanned documents before transmission.

Easy To OperateI f y o u u s e other Nashua devices you will immediately feel at home.

Environmentally FriendlyNashua’s Aficio™ wide format printers have eco-friendly and money-saving features such as a short warm-up time (less than 120 seconds), increased toner yield and low power consumption. They also comply with the RoHS directive. In addition, Nashua products are Energy star compliant. This means less C02 is produced in providing the energy needed to run Nashua devices.

The Nashua Pro™ C651EX / C751EX / C751 –the next generation in digital printing

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The new Nashua Pro™ C751 series takes digital light production printing to another level. It harnesses a rich heritage in research and

development. It builds on established standards of quality, reliability, efficiency and durability. And with an array of innovative technologies, it leads the way from start to finish.

Digital printing redefinedAs the on-demand colour printing market grows, so does its needs. Innovative, cost competitive solutions are key. With superior image quality and exceptional functionality, the new Ricoh Pro™ C751 series offers the highest specification and reliability in its class.

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From start to finish, the Pro™ C751 raises the standard for productivity, efficiency, quality and profitability.

Extremely high image qualityVCSEL (Vertical Cavity Surface-Emitting Laser) technology for razor sharp 4800dpi. Compared with eight beam 1200dpi, VCSEL has as many as 40 laser beams emitting simultaneously to give exceptionally accurate and smooth image quality.

PxP™ Polymerised toner and oil-less fusing technology features ultra-fine particles with a low melting point to achieve a smoother, more even finish. This sets a new standard for on-demand printing that rivals offset quality and expands the scope of printed materials.

New active toner density control technologyThis technology monitors the amount of toner being used and provides the developer unit with just the right amount at precisely the right time for consistent colour uniformity across the sheet, from the first print to the last.

Organic photoconductors (OPCs) lead the print industry in high sensitivity and durability. The enhanced overcoat layer of the Advanced Stabilisation OPC drum increases both durability and ability to produce stable colour during continuous print runs.

Intelligent OPC Drive Control provides continuous feedback adjustment for drum rotation speed to minimise colour shift.

Outstanding media versatilityA new improved fusing unit and paper path designed to support up to 300gsm, provides broad media support and high productivity regardless of paper thickness.

It significantly enhances production of thick media such as direct mail, postcards and business cards with productivity up to 150% higher than competitors.

Pro™C651eX/C751eX/C751:• Technology:

4-drum electrostatic transfer system with internal transfer belt

• Print Speed: Full Colour/Mono: Pro™C651EX: 65ppm Pro™C751EX/C751: 75ppm• Resolution:

1,200 x 4,800 dpi• warm-up time:

Less than 300 sec.• Duty Cycle:

350,000 pages per month • Scanner Resolution:

100/150/(200)/300/400/600 (Default) dpi 100-1,200 dpi (Twain: BW) 100-1,200 dpi (Twain: Colour) • Scan Speed:

BW: 75 ppm, FC 75 ppm • Max Scan Area:

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High precision duplex registration

This is made possible by the combination of Mechanical Registration and VCSEL technology which corrects paper skews and compensates for media distortion to ensure precise image positioning and accurate registration on both sides – ideal for printing of items such as business cards, postcards and publications.

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Textured paper, envelopes, syntheticmaterial, labels,cardsandmorecanbeaccommodated.

Andevenfromadistance,userscan check printing status inrealtimewiththeStatusPoleIndicator.

Liquid cooling systemThesearethefirstcut-sheetdigitalprinterstouseanewliquidcoolingsystem.

Bymaintainingthedevelopertemperatureattheappropriatelevel,itenablesextendedanduninterruptedprintingfortrulyefficientproductivity.

Cutting edge workflow managementUsingthelatestAdobe®PDFPrintEngine(APPE) technology, theC751seriesalsofeaturesanexternalEFIE-41AFieryServer,connectedasstandard.

Designedtosuityourworkflowandprintapplication requirements, it deliverssuperiorthroughputandsupportsfinishingoptionstoraisethevalueofeveryprintjob.

Exceptional productivityWithitsSRA3/DLTLargeCapacityTray,thePro™C751serieshasatotalcapacityofupto7,000sheetsandtheBypassTrayUnitcanhandlethelargestpapersizeinitsclassof330.2x630mm.

ThisisanexceptionallyusefulfeaturewhenproducingcomprehensivedocumentsforsalesbrochuresorcreatingPOS,withtheabilitytoreproducefullbleedA3withcropmarksandborders.

Call Nashua today and make your first impression your best.

Media libraryAsimplepre-setpressandmediacataloguemeansthatanyonecansetprintjobswiththeeasy-to-masterintuitiveinterfaceofthecolourtouchscreen.

Theextensivelibraryholdsover100profilesaswellasacustomlibraryforpersonalisedmediaprofilesandaback-upcapacityforanadditional1,000profiles.Itgivesrealscopetotakefulladvantageofadiverserangeofdifferentprintopportunities.

Userscaneasilysetupcomplexprintingjobs;applyingsettingsbyselectingpresetorcustommediatypes,whichsynchronisesaftereachupdatewiththeprinterservermedialibraryonanEFIFiery™E-41A.

TogetherwiththeMediaLibrary’sexcep-tional features, itdeliversunsurpassedcolourreproduction,jobafterjobafterjob.

Enhanced Operator Replaceable Units (ORUs) for maximum uptimeThese enable users to replace keycomponents rather than waiting for aservice engineer,minimisingdowntimewhilemaximisingproductivityandreducingcost.

Addingnewmedia,tonerbottlesorreplacingwastebottlesdoesn’trequirethesuspensionoftheprintingprocess–avaluableassetespeciallyfortime-criticalruns.

Ease of useTo ensure smooth, uninterruptedtransitions,aLED light indicateswhichtrayisinusesoprogresscanbecheckedandanothertrayrefilledreadyforthenextprintjob.

End the paperchase

Of all the many things that can drain efficiency from your back office, paperwork tops the list. Operations such asaccounts payable, human resources and expense management even the basic office tasks of printing andscanning can be quickly buried under the flood of paper.

Lexmark back office solutions energize your daily routines. They help you get more done in less time with fewerresources.

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pcs-VcsSony PCS-VCS is a HD multipoint connection unit (MCU) which is in compliance with the H.323 protocol. It offers amongst others:• Multiple screen layout- up to 16

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These products in conjunction with PCS-VCS allow users to join virtual meetings from any remote locations where a broadband IP network is available.

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Visual communication systems continue to evolve to meet various needs of demanding users, making the best use of cutting-

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pcs-XL55The PCS-XL55 is an all-in-one visual communication system that combines a built-in high-quality camera, 16:9 widescreen 21.6-inch WXGA LCD, speakers, and a microphone in one compact and sleek body that can even double as a PC display. Includes data sharing software and three site MCU.

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FWD-55B2• Panel Size (diagonal): 55 inches• Picture Size (h x v): 1,209.6 x 680.4 mm• Panel Resolution (h x v): 1920 x 1080 pixels,

Full HD• Colour Depth: 8 bits + FRC, 1.06 billion colours• Brightness: 450 cd/m2• Contrast Ratio: 4,000 : 1 • Power Consumption: 130W (typical), 150W

(maximum)

FWD-46B2• Panel Size (diagonal): 46 inches• Picture Size (h x v): 1018.1 x 572.7 mm• Panel Resolution (h x v): 1920 x 1080 pixels,


(maximum)



(maximum)

FWD-S55H2• Panel Size (diagonal): 55 inches• Picture Size (h x v): 1,209.6 x 680.4 mm• Panel Resolution (h x v): 1920 x 1080 pixels,

Full HD• Colour Depth: 8 bits + FRC, 1.06 billion colours• Brightness: 1,000 cd/m2• Contrast Ratio: 4,000 : 1 • Power Consumption: 250W (typical), 290W

(maximum)


WXGA• Colour Depth: 8 bits, 16.7 million colors• Brightness: 450 cd/m2• Contrast Ratio: 3,000 : 1 • Power Consumption: 85W (typical), 110W

(maximum)

Deliver powerful presentations even in the most limited spaces with Sony

data projectors

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Sony data projectors are ideal for education, training, corporate applications and a range of other commercial uses

VPL-DW120 • 3LCDsystem• BrightEra• Aspectratio:16:10• Optical:ManualZoom(Approx.x1.3)• Colourlightoutput(Lampmode:High/Standard/Low*):

2600lm/1900lm/1500lm• Paneldisplayresolution:1280x800dpi

VPL-DX100• 3LCDsystem• BrightEra• Aspectratio:4:3• Optical:ManualZoom(Approx.x1.2)• Colourlightoutput(Lampmode:High/Standard/Low*):


VPL-DX125• 3LCDsystem• BrightEra• Aspectratio:4:3• Optical:ManualZoom(Approx.x1.2)• Colourlightoutput(Lampmode:High/Standard/Low):


VPL-DX120 • 3LCDsystem• BrightEra• Aspectratio:4:3• Optical:ManualZoom(Approx.x1.2)• Colourlightoutput(Lampmode:High/Standard/Low*):


VPL-DX140 • 3LCDsystem• BrightEra• Aspectratio:4:3• Optical:ManualZoom(Approx.x1.3)• Colourlightoutput(Lampmode:High/Standard/Low):


VPL-DW125 • 3LCDsystem• BrightEra• Aspectratio:16:10• Optical:ManualZoom(Approx.x1.3)• Colourlightoutput(Lampmode:High/Standard/Low*):


*Estimatedvalues

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VPL-SW525• 3 LCD system• BrightEra• Aspect ratio: 16:10• Optical: Manual Zoom (Approx. x 1.05), Digital: x4• Colour light output (Lamp mode: High/Standard/Low):

2500 lm / 2100 lm / 1800 lm• Panel display resolution: 1280 x 800 dpi

VPL-SW535C • 3 LCD system• BrightEra• Aspect ratio: 16:10• Optical: Manual Zoom (Approx. x 1.05), Digital: x4• Colour light output (Lamp mode: High/Standard/Low):

3000 lm / 2400 lm / 2000 lm• Panel display resolution: 1280 x 800 dpi• Interactive with Dual Pen functionality

®

Punches 100 000 sheets/

hour!

German-engineered Renz binding machines add the perfect finishing touch to your documents and presentation material

Document binding systems with punch

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W. Vos & Co Contact : AyleenTel :0114937139Distributors : CT :0214243140Dbn :0313129325PE :0415861146Email :[email protected] : www.wvos.co.za

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Ringwire bindingIs Renz’s speciality, making documentseasytobindwiththisverypopularbindingmethod.

Plastic comb bindingRenzplasticcombpunchingandbindingmachines are of an all-metal, robustconstruction,towithstandrigoroususe.Theiruser-friendly,efficientdesignspeedsup the binding operation and boostsproductivity.

Spiral bindingRenz’sspiralbindingmachinespunchuniqueovalholesthatmakeitveryeasytowindinthespiralelement.Andthesuperrobustconstructionensuresmaximumpunchingthroughput.

Punching machinesCopyshopsandbinderiesneedefficientpunchingsystemstocopewithveryhighvolumes–andRenzhasarangeofversatilemachines that meet these stringentdemands.

Renz, a range of efficient punch/bindingmachines,madeinGermanytolast.ProudlymarketedinSouthAfricabyW.Vos&Coforover25

years.

Machines to suit your budgetForsmallbinding requirements tohugevolumeapplications,Renz’slargerangeofpunchingandbindingequipmenthasthesolution.

Andeachwith interchangeablepunchingdiesforallbindingmethods.

All your binding requirementsWhy use inferior supplies with yoursophisticatedbindingmachines?

The Renz range of machines andconsumablesfromWVos&Coareofthebestqualityandarecompetitivelypricedtoenhanceyourpresentationsandprotectyourdocuments.

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SRW/Eco S 360

RingwireBindingin3:1and2:1pitch-theinternationalstandard.

•Punchesupto25sheets•Bindsupto300sheets•Bindingwidth340mm

Combi E

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The Renz AP360 fully automatic punching system

Question: When selecting a vendor for your next AV installation, which of these items is the LEAST important item you should consider?

a. Price quoted for the projectb. Installation quality of the installations deptc. Company reputation in the marketplaced. Financial stability of the supplier

Answer: (a) In today’s tough economic climate it’s obviously important to consider price as an important factor in choosing a supplier for your next AV installation. But choosing a supplier based on price alone is a sure-fire path to failure and an ineffective AV solution. Chose a vendor based on their ability to provide an AV solution that meets your requirements and make sure you’re buying from a reputable organization with certified staff and the resources to back-up your installation on a long-term basis.

SACIA is the leading trade association for the professional AV industry in Southern Africa. We promote the adoption of professional standards in the local market and our members commit to truth, honesty and the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of the audiovisual profession.When you’re looking for a reputable supplier with a proven track record in the professional AV market, our members are a good place to start. For more information on SACIA and a full list of members, please visit www.sacia.org.za

An informed business choice

The South African Communications Industries Association is a not-for-profit Trade Association committed to

promoting the adoption of professional standards in the audiovisual industry throughout Africa.

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Nashua provides a solution that contains all products and services in one delivery

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Nashua provides a clear value to customers looking for best-in-class applications and infrastructure that can support their business flows

and that are, at the same time, affordable and easily deployed and managed.

In today’s business scenario, organisations that have yet to modernise and update their business infrastructure are finding wide inefficiencies between what exists and what is possible. Often obsolete software and hardware is left to manage key aspects of an organisation’s operations with little or no collaboration between the different back end systems and data capturing hardware.

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...with our solutions we meet all business needs.

The consequence is lost time, lost money, and putting you last through weak performance.

As organisations grow, total automation of its business operations would ultimately be required. When that happens, a Total Business Solution (TBS) would need to be put in place. An effective Total Business Solution (TBS) reduces costs, saves money, and drives performance.

Streamline the way you work and enhance your organisation’s performance. Work more efficiently by bringing team members, tools and information together in collaborative workplaces. See how companies are solving critical business problems with Nashua Solutions, unique model to deliver best-in-class business solutions.

Key Benefits:Complete solution. By combining Nashua Office Automation with Nashua Mobile’s infrastructure offerings, this alliance is bringing specific, end-to-end hardware, software, and services solutions to mid size customers. This saves mid size companies the effort of piecing together a solution themselves while providing a solution with the appropriate configuration “sized” for their specific requirements.

Benefits of product breadth and scope. The extensiveness of the Nashua product portfolio, with its reusable building blocks for sustainable business process improvement, along with reference configurations for different classes of hardware, provides a robust platform for companies to pursue

system standardisation and best-practice replication.

Scalable. With Nashua, businesses can implement the same business applications that are run by the largest enterprises, meaning they will not need to change their applications as their businesses grow.

Highly configurable. Leveraging the capabilities of Nashua, solutions are adapted to companies’ specific business flow needs based on granular industry specifications as well as geography, without the cost, timeline, or “lock-in” associated with custom code. With our solutions we are targeting a variety of different business needs and vertical market requirements.

Reduced time to value. Nashua enable applications to be quickly configured and deployed, and the availability of reference configurations means the entire hardware plus software solution can be implemented rapidly.

Nashua provides a solution that contains all products and services in one delivery

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Ease of purchase. Nashua allows midsizecustomerstoaccessthesesolutionsthroughthechanneltheyalreadyknowand/orwhoiswithintheirgeographicregionorlocality.

Reduced risk.Withreferenceconfigurationsconsistingofsetupguidestoleadfranchisesthrough setups that are appropriately“sized”fortheneedsofcustomers,solutionscanbeimplementedmorequicklyandwithlessrisk.

Focus on higher value-added offerings. Withthisinitiative,Nashuacanspendlesstimeandeffortonthecoreinstallation.Thisbenefitscustomersbecause franchiserscan spend more attention focusing onhighervalue-addedservices.

What We Do:Nashua delivers an easy to pick-what-you-needservice,accessibleforallsizesofcompanies tocentrallymanage theirbusinessprocessesnomatterwhereveryouareyoucanbeinconstanttouchwithyourbusiness.

NashuaSolutionsintegratestheinformationusedbyanorganisation’smanydifferentdepartmentalfunctionsintoanElectronicDocumentManagementSystem(EDMS).

NashuaSolutionsisdesignedtomodelandautomatemanyofthebasicprocessesofabusinessorganisationbeginning fromcustomer inquirystagetomanufacturingmanagement,withagoalof integratinginformationacrossthecompany.

Itusesmultipleplatformstobringcustomers,dealers, suppliers, manufacturers andemployeestogether.

Some industries that have benefitted from Nashua’s total solution offerings

Direct Marketing:• Assists in maintaining accurate

customerdata.• Better Customer service by way of

promptresponseandfollowup.

Logistic Industry:• Helps inconveyingvital information

toallstakeholdersandothers,dealingwiththecompany.

• Facilitateconnectivityandintegrationinalltheassociatedareas.

Medical Practitioner:• Integrating clinics at your different

locations.• Easy&fastaccesstopatientdatafrom

yourdifferentclinics.• Maintainingaccuratehealthrecordsof

thepatients.

Non-Governmental Organisations:• Help NGOs with better and more

efficientmanagementoftheiraccountsandfinances.

• Increasestheefficiency,lowerscost,generatesmoretimelyreports.

• Facilitates better control over theorganisation’soperations.

Education Institute:• Maintain database of students,

employees,trustees,etc.• Maintainrecordsofstudentfees,staff

salary,instituteexpenses,etc.• Keep track of student academic

performanceculturalfestivals,events,seminars,etc.

Real Estate:• Properprojectschedulinginstageswith

costsandallocationofresources.• Remote project monitoring with

generationofvarioustimely reportsfrom multiple work sites and headoffice.

Insurance agent:• Maintaincompletecustomerdatabase

alongwiththeirpolicydetails.• Maintain database of insurance

policies.• Trackpremiumduedatesandsend

reminderstoclients.

Courier Service:• Trackwhenandwhosignedforgoods

received.• Trackreceiptofpaymentsfromcust-

omersalongwithpaymentreminders.

ThedesignofNashuaSolutionsfacilitatesclearintegrationofmodulesthusprovidingflowofinformationbetweenallfunctionswithinanorganisation.

Recent trends towards brighter business projectors are accelerating demands for the use of even brighter light sources as well as smaller projector sizes. Whatever your projection needs, Sony offers a model to suit your application, from 3LCD entry-level, basic installation to high-end installation models.

Your space deserves a projector that fits

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VPL-FH500L versatile installation WUXGA projector

Ultimate picture quality and dramatic brightness in WUXGA projection Packing the most advanced projector technologies into a low-profile design, the VPL-FH500L delivers a dramatic brightness of 7,000 lumens and ultra high-quality images with WUXGA resolution. The VPL-FH500L offers peace-of-mind operation with a twin-lamp system that provides both a redundant lamp and economical operation. Alternating the two lamps gives replacement time of up to 8,000 hours, saving maintenance time and cost.It also delivers amazing installation flexibility and hassle-free maintenance in a stylish design that blends into any decor.This projector has a very wide lens shift range for excellent flexibility when installing the unit and adjusting the image. Lamp and air filter maintenance cycles are synchronised and exceptionally long compared to single-lamp and other dual-lamp systems, cutting maintenance time and cost.

Ultra-high WUXGA resolution with full-HD compatibilityThe VPL-FH500 delivers an amazing resolution of WUXGA (1920 x 1200), which exceeds Full-HD resolution (1920 x 1080).It also allows projection in a wider display range: more information can be displayed on the screen, so the user can see the whole page without scrolling. Extremely clear and detailed high-quality images are projected, even on a large screen, and native Full-HD images can be projected full screen. The VPL-FH500L is the ultimate tool for projecting images in a range of applications requiring exceptional detail.

Brilliant colour performanceBy combining a new-generation optical system that uses Sony’s BrightEra™ with Long Lasting Optics technology and a 3LCD

projection system, the VPL-FH500L offers a high brightness of 7,000 lumens and presents bright and natural images.Lens shift functionControlled from either the projector control panel or the supplied Remote Commander™ unit, the position of the projected image can be moved vertically by -113% to +113% and horizontally by -63% to +63%. Images can be easily adjusted to the desired settings during installation. With this exceptional shift range, the VPL-FH500L can be installed in a way to maximise performance even in the most difficult environments.

SBMS is an approved Service

& Repair agent for SONY.

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SBMS Contact : DomingosNunesTel : 0861101341email :[email protected]

CONTACT INFO

Excellent image capabilities and a long lifespanSony’sBrightEratechnologyimprovesandmaintainscolourpuritythroughoutthelifeofthesesystemsbyprotectingtheLCDpanelsagainstharmfulultravioletlight.Simple to use and maintain, extremelyfunctionalandwithalowcost-of-ownership,theseareanobviouschoiceforvenuesthatdemandqualityandpracticality.TheVPL-FX30incorporatesahigh-resolutionlensknownastheAllRangeCrispFocus(ARC-F) lens,whose largediameterandfine pitch ensure crisp pictures. It alsoincorporates12-bit3DGammaCorrectioncircuitrytoperformhighlyaccurategammacorrection,achievingsmoothergradationsandrichergrey-scale.

Thisenablesdetailedimagestobeprojectedwiththeircorrectgeometry,evenwheninstallationspaceislimited.Advanced geometric correctionEach corner can be grabbed and fittedsquarely to the desired position. Thisfeatureisusefulwhenanoffsetprojectionisnecessary.Fine lens shiftThe lens shift function allows imagepositiontobeeasilyfinetunedverticallyorhorizontally.Convenient, simple projector replacementThe standard 1.5x zoom lens enablesinstallation flexibilitywhenreplacinganexistingprojectorwiththeVPL-CW255orVPL-CX235– there’snoneed tochangeceilingmountpositions.“Blend-in”designTheVPL-CW255andVPL-CX235showcaseanewlow-profilechassis,sotheseprojectorsappeartoblendintotheceilingorwallonwhichtheyaremounted.

High brightness and low maintenance TheVPL-FX30andVPL-FX35offeramazinginstallation flexibility and hassle-freemaintenance, along with stylish yetinconspicuousdesignthatblendsintoanydecor.Packing the most advanced projectortechnologiesintoalow-profiledesign,theVPL-FX30isanexcellentchoice,deliveringadramaticbrightnessof4200lumensandhigh-qualityimageswithXGAresolution.Designedtofit intoalmostanysituationthatneedsahigh-qualityprojector,TheVPL-FX35isperfectfornewinstallationsandforupdatingolderequipmentusingexistingmountsandfittings.Versatile image adjustability and lensoptionsallowinstallerstoplaceTheVPL-FX35 in locationswhereotherprojectorswould struggle to work – even in highambientlight.

Installation flexibility, eco-friendly and good TCO with a stylish design The VPL-CW255 and VPL-CX235 deliverinstallationflexibility,eco-friendlyfeatures,andalowtotalcostownershipinastylishdesignthatblendsintoanydecor.Their imagecorrectionfeaturesand lensshift/zoomcapabilityeasilyallowuserstofitanyimageontothescreen,evenfromanoffsetprojectionangle.Theseprojectorsareeconomicallydesignedfor optimum energy efficiency, thanksto their auto power saving function,picturemutingfunctionwithlampcontroltechnology, long-lasting lamp, and lowpowerconsumption.The VPL-CW255 offers 4,500 lumensbrightness and wide screen projectionwithWXGAresolution,whiletheVPL-CX235provides4,100lumensbrightnessandhighimagequalitywithXGAresolution.Vertical/horizontal keystone distortionWiththeseprojectors,verticalkeystonedistortionupto+/-30degreesandhorizontaldistortionupto+/-20degreescanbedigitallycorrectedviatheon-screenoperationmenuand/ortheRemoteCommander™unit.

VPL-FX30 | FX35 advanced installation (XGA) projectors

VPL-CW255 | CX235 basic installation (WXGA | XGA) projectors

Cost- and energy-efficientByincorporatingahigh-performancelampandadvanced lamp-control technology,theVPL-CW255andVPL-CX235deliveranextremelylonglampreplacementtimeof5,000hoursaswellasofferingremarkablylowpowerconsumption,allowinguserstomakesignificantelectricitysavings.

Wide Zoom and Wide Lens Shift RangeThestandardlenshaswidezoomcapabilityformoreflexiblepositioning,closertoorfurtherback fromthescreen.Wide lensshift range means it can be positionedclosertotheceilingorhorizontallyoffsettoavoidceilingobstacles.Lensesarealsointerchangeableforincreasedflexibility.Less maintenanceLongerlamplifeandsynchronisedlampandfilterreplacementhalvethemaintenanceneeded to keep the projector in peakoperatingcondition.

Neopost DS-75: The advanced combination of productivity, versatility and convenience

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A re you working in an environment where mail matters and response time is key? With its compact footprint, large loading and unloading

capabilities and many enhanced features, the DS-75 brings you the highest level of convenience, productivity and versatility. With one scan, send a document to the network, to e-mail, to the printer, to fax to a USB drive, and to FTP – simultaneously!

Automatically adapting to all your needs:Thanks to the control panel with a graphical and intuitive touch screen, just select your job and you will be finished before you know it. Creating a new job using the exclusive load’n’Go intuitive procedure is extremely easy. Simply load your documents and envelopes, press start and the DS-75 automatically measures the length of all loaded documents and the envelope to adjust all settings and deliver the appropriate mail item.

Smart solutions to maximise ease of use:The DS-75 gives you quick, safe and easy access to all parts of the paper path, so you'll quickly be up and running again if a break in production occurs. Its exceptional ease of use and extraordinary quietness allow the DS-75 to adapt perfectly to any working environment.

Several configurations for a wide variety of mail items:Several feeder configurations allow you to design and deliver attractive messages and a truly professional mail set (with all documents folded together) every time,

opens up a whole new world of mail creation possibilities and helps you add OMR or BCR marks to process jobs with variable page sets per recipient. Automatic file sorting and merging capabilities optimise costs per recipient.

Monitor, secure and track your production output:Neopost offers you the security of knowing that your printed jobs are actually being mailed. Mail Piece Production Control adds a unique ID to each letter within the address block and builds an audit trail for each production job, giving you real-time quality control and detailed line-item reports.

CSX service and supportCSX provides a free one year maintenance agreement with every unit sold in South Africa. Call CSX today for more info.

for efficient direct mail campaigns. It also reduces the risk of jams and guarantees the integrity of your mail.

CSX Contact : Kirsty AshleyHelpline: 0860 670 000Tel : +27 11 663 9345 Fax : +27 11 663 9319Email : [email protected]: www.csx.co.za

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Smart solutions to maximise flexibility:The flexFeed feeders process any document size or type while a unique semiautomatic envelope separation mechanism allows feeding of a wide variety of envelope types. Use almost any size/type of material to address prospective or current customers efficiently.

The solution for multiple pages and various inserts:To process documents with varying pages and inserts, simply select a grouping criterion, such as invoice number, and you can collate multiple pages for the same recipient or even define different additional inserts for each group of recipients.

Improve communication impact while reducing costs:Neopost’s print machine document software

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Productivity made easy with the DS-75

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folding applications. Six popular folds are clearly marked on the fold plates for quick setup. Adjustments can also be made to process unique custom folds.

Featured highlights:• Speed: Up to 15 500 pieces per hour• Telescoping Output Stacker• Pre-set fold settings

Recommended options:• Fold up to four stapled or unstapled

sheets at the same time with the Multi-Sheet Feeder

• Locking cabinet with casters for convenient storing of forms

• Automatically square and align forms with a 402 Series Jogger

For more info, call Hasler Business Systems or Mailing and Mechanisation today.

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Pressure seal one-piece mailers are the ultimate solution for any business document that can be printed on one

piece of paper. The reason? One-piece mailers eliminate the need for envelopes and provide a much faster, cost-effective solution to inserting equipment or folding and stuffing by hand. Pressure seal mailers have narrow bands of pressure sensitive adhesive which create a complete and secure seal when processed through AutoSeal® equipment. Pressure seal mailers are laser printer compatible and provide a simple, streamlined solution for virtually all businesses regardless of size or type. Pressure seal one-piece mailers are processed through a printer, laser or impact. The printed document is then taken to the AutoSeal pressure sealers to be folded and sealed. The result is a secure, outgoing mail-ready document which provides a professional look in a timely, cost effective manner!

One-piece mailers eliminate the need for envelopes

AutoSeal® Pressure Sealers and one-piece mailersThe AutoSeal® equipment line provides desktop solutions used in an office environment to high-end production equipment needed for larger corporations. Desktop solutions begin with the economical entry-level pressure sealer for smaller jobs while the fully-automatic flagship model is specifically designed to process multiple applications with simplicity and ease.The In-Line Systems work in conjunction with MICR and non-MICR laser printers to print, fold and seal in one streamlined process.The following are just a few popular applications processed through AutoSeal® pressure sealers:• Invoices • Appointment Notices• Payroll/Checks • Grade Reports• Utility Bills • Direct Mail• PIN Mailers • Rebates and more!

The one-piece mailer solution

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Folding paper by hand is a tedious, inefficient task that can be automated by easy to use and cost-effective folding systems. Hasler Business Systems and Mailing and Mechanisation supply a complete line of desktop to production-level folders.

A folder for any environmentFriction feed desktop folders are ideal for the office environment, while air-feed, heavy duty models are capable of handling the most demanding jobs.The folders offer unmatched features such as a unique, dedicated multi-sheet feeder, for folding up to four sheets of stapled or unstapled paper at once. A high-capacity, telescoping conveyor allows users to fill the 500-sheet feeder, press start and walk away. Some combine these features with intuitive, fully automatic fold adjustments to make even first time users comfortable with their setup and operation.The entry level folder is an economical solution for automating paper folding. Removable fold plates, capability of processing up to 27,5 x42,5cm paper and an easy to use drop-in feed system makes it ideal for schools, churches and other small organisations.

The FD 342The FD 342 folder is fast, dependable and easy-to-use in virtually all

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