Afghanistan conjures images of a remote, mountainous, war-torn country. One wouldn’t think to connect it to high-quality printer cartridges. But if you go to Cartridge Globe in Kabul, that’s what you’ll find. Cartridge Globe is one of a dozen companies that have been STMC-certified (or recertified) so far in 2011. (There are five more pending from China, Mexico, Brazil and the U.S.).
When your toner shutters do not open, what should you do? Luckily, there is a very simple fix that only takes five minutes.
The OEMS are taking a tough stance on patent-infringing products in a time that has seen more of these types of actions than ever before. Scores of industry players are still importing infringing products, and every dealer and distributor of infringing products is a potential target for a lawsuit. The folks who dabble or deal in these products are not good industry citizens; they are stealing customers and then misleading them. Misled customers often become confirmed OEM customers, because they never want to repeat a bad experience with a "compatible" cartridge. Report any suspicious products or misuse of the STMC logo to the Int'l ITC. Visit www.i-itc for more information.
Nearly 15 years ago the industry came together to address the problem and created the Standardized Test Methods Committee, making the world a better place for purchasers of remanufactured cartridges.
For those who provide technical support for printing and document imaging devices, CompTIA’s PDI+ certification is quickly gaining popularity.