We are hopeful for our industry’s future and want to bring you two positive stories to help you see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Canon announced an exciting new proposition for commercial printers: the varioPRINT iX-series. Built on the success of the varioPRINT i-series platform introduced in 2015, this advanced sheetfed inkjet press uses iQuarius^iX technologies. It also combines stunning image quality and a wide media range with the high productivity and attractive costs of inkjet.

So, commercial printers can say “yes” to virtually any job—based on the agreed turnaround time and price—then print it to generate more profit and more business. As we will all be looking to get back to profitability, this sheetfed inkjet press could be one step in the right direction in helping you maintain a flexible and profitable print operation. See the press release below for more details.

April will also host Earth Day on the 22nd. At Canon Solutions America, we are working to improve our environmental impact—and that of our customers—through a unique tree-planting initiative that helps offset CO₂ emissions and provides opportunities for families in Sub-Saharan Africa. For a better understanding of the program, read “EXHIBITING ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP: THE ECO START PROGRAM.”