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INDUSTRY NEWS www.images-magazine.com 08 images APRIL 2021 Follow the links to the news stories online www.images-magazine.com Trotec introduces new R400 laser cutter Trotec has launched the latest addition to its R-series of CO2 glass tube laser cutters. The new R400 offers a 1030 x 630mm working area as well as CO2 laser power from 60W-100W, and is designed to offer “an affordable option for small businesses looking for a productive and reliable laser cutter”. Bryan Jater, sales director for Trotec UK and Ireland said: “The R-series is designed and engineered with the dependability and ease of use which is synonymous with Trotec, but the DC laser source enables us to sell it at a lower price point — it’s accessible for businesses who have a limited budget to start with, but don’t want to compromise on quality and reliability.” imagesmag.uk/Trotec-R400 PF Concept acquires T Shirt & Sons Promotional products supplier PF Concept International (PFCI) has acquired the UK-based print-on- demand company T Shirt & Sons. “T Shirt & Sons was an early entrant in the European direct-to- garment market and has used its industry proprietary technology and processes to become the leading print-on-demand company in the UK,” commented Neil Ringel, CEO of Polyconcept, the parent company of PFCI. “Combined with PF Concept’s core competencies in sourcing and product development, this acquisition offers attractive opportunities to provide additional services to our B2B customers and promotional distributors. T Shirt & Sons will continue to operate from its Westbury headquarters in the UK, and all of its employees will remain with the company. Phil Morgan, senior country manager of PF Concept UK, will assume the role of managing director of T Shirt & Sons Europe. He will be responsible for leading the growth strategy across Europe, and will be supported by the existing T Shirt & Sons management team: commercial director Adam Golder, finance director Darren Newman, and the rest of the T Shirt & Sons team. “We are thrilled about the new partnership with Polyconcept, and to be bringing the T Shirt & Sons family on board,” commented Adam. “Over the coming months, this merging of synergies will help accelerate our ambitious growth plans. Together we’ll build on our 30-year heritage, and take T Shirt & Sons on to the next stage that founders Jon and Andy Lunt have created and leave as best-in-class. “With Polyconcept’s extensive product catalogue and global supply chain, the future is very exciting.” Turn to page 27 to discover what the future holds for T Shirt & Sons. imagesmag.uk/PFConcept-TShirt- Sons MagnaColours offers support with new online technical hub MagnaColours has launched the MagnaColours Technical Hub, an online service providing personal digital support to its customers. Available now to registered customers at magnacolours. com, the new hub includes a searchable knowledgebase of water-based ink printing information, tips and techniques, as well as an online booking system to arrange one-to-one video support with the company’s expert print technicians. “Video support gives us the capability to visualise and troubleshoot any print or production issues in realtime, helping to improve print quality, reduce downtime and enhance productivity,” explained MagnaColours. Customers can contact the MagnaColours technical support team through the Technical Hub. imagesmag.uk/MagnaColours-Technical-Hub T Shirt & Sons will continue to operate from its Westbury headquarters in the UK The new R400 laser cutter has a 1030 x 630mm working area The MagnaColours Technical Hub provides customers with support for water-based ink printing