Konica Minolta’s MFPs ruled made in Mexico

Konica Minolta’s MFPs ruled made in Mexico

US Customs rules Minerva SSBK printers originate from Mexico, ensuring procurement compliance. In a recent decision, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has ruled that Konica Minolta’s Minerva SSBK multifunction digital printers (MFPs) are of Mexican origin...
Chinese OPC rivals: HG surges, SGT struggles

Chinese OPC rivals: HG surges, SGT struggles

HG Technologies thrives globally as SGT faces operational challenges and market saturation in 2024. The fortunes of two key players, HG Technologies Co., Ltd. and Suzhou Goldengreen Technologies (SGT), reflect the Chinese organic photoconductor (OPC) manufacturing...
Right to repair: EU Parliament adopted the directive

Right to repair: EU Parliament adopted the directive

The new rules reinforce the right to repair, aim to reduce waste and bolster the repair sector by making it easier and more cost-effective to repair goods. On Tuesday 23 April 2024, the EU Parliament adopted the directive on the so-called “right to repair” for...