Printware.co.uk - News Feed http://www.printware.co.uk/News.html Printware.co.uk News 3D Food Printing Could Be Just Around The Corner http://www.printware.co.uk/News/100/3D-Food-Printing-Could-Be-Just-Around-The-Corner.html If you’ve been following the recent goings-on in 3D printing, you’ll know that the technology isn't exactly new and even the idea of printing food has been around for a couple of years. However, given the current level of interest in 3D printing and the fact that practical food printing is that much closer to becoming reality, we thought it was worth another, closer look. The Future of 3D Printing http://www.printware.co.uk/News/99/The-Future-of-3D-Printing.html A quick trawl through a few print- and  technology-themed websites, blogs and social media feeds will probably give you the impression that 3D printers are about to take over the world. The technology has been with us for some time but, thanks to a number of recent developments and the interested generated at CES 2012, 3D printing is a hot topic again. It could be that 3D printing is finally about to come of age. 3D Printing At Home http://www.printware.co.uk/News/98/3D-Printing-At-Home.html 3D is the future – or so it seems. Films, TV programmes and computer games are increasingly being made available in 3D and NASA recently announced plans to develop a 3D printer for the International Space Station. It’s fair to say, however, that 3D printing wasn't something that the average person was likely to get excited about….until now. Rainforest Rescue With Cool Earth and Printware http://www.printware.co.uk/News/97/Rainforest-Rescue-With-Cool-Earth-and-Printware.html Printware is proud of its partnership with rainforest charity Cool Earth and the fantastic achievements we’ve helped to make possible over the last six months. In its latest update, Cool Earth looks back at its accomplishments for 2011 and the success of the project to date, as well as looking forward to even greater success for the year ahead. Printware Looks at Changes in Printing for 2012 http://www.printware.co.uk/News/96/Printware-Looks-at-Changes-in-Printing-for-2012.html 2011 saw a great deal of change in the world of technology and, perhaps more importantly, in the way we use that technology. Social media and the mobile internet are where everything is happening at the moment and there seems to be a constant stream of new devices and apps designed to exploit this trend. So, in the face of these exciting developments, what can the humble, not-very-interesting, printer do to keep up in 2012? HP Launches Cartridge Authentication Software http://www.printware.co.uk/News/95/HP-Launches-Cartridge-Authentication-Software.html HP has launched new software which enables users to verify the authenticity of its cartridges and guard against counterfeit products. Counterfeit printer consumables are big business, with $795 million worth of illegal products seized by HP, in partnership with law enforcement agencies, between 2005 and 2008. The new software uses QR codes, which can be read via a smartphone, to authenticate each product and should make it easier than ever to spot a fake cartridge. Cool Earth Says Thank You To Printware And Its Customers http://www.printware.co.uk/News/94/Cool-Earth-Says-Thank-You-To-Printware-And-Its-Customers.html Recently, we looked at how Printware's partnership with Cool Earth has helped preserve the Peruvian rain forest and benefit the people who depend on it. Following on from that, Cool Earth has contacted us to express its thanks for our support and break down exactly how the contribution from Printware and its customers is making a difference. Printware Customers Help Save 41 Acres of Rain Forest with Cool Earth http://www.printware.co.uk/News/93/Printware-Customers-Help-Save-41-Acres-of-Rain-Forest-with-Cool-Earth.html Back in July, Printware teamed up with rain forest charity Cool Earth and pledged to donate £1 for every printer sold to help secure vital areas of South American rain forest for future generations. After six months, the money donated by Printware has been used to purchase 41 acres of rain forest in Peru, protecting important natural ecosystems and keeping hundreds of tonnes of carbon safely locked away. UK Printer Sales Up Six Per Cent on Same Time Last Year http://www.printware.co.uk/News/92/UK-Printer-Sales-Up-Six-Per-Cent-on-Same-Time-Last-Year.html Despite the economic slowdown having an impact on printer sales on the continent, UK printer sales in the third quarter of 2011 were up 6% on the previous year. The increase in sales was due largely to an increase in demand for multifunction printers, which are proving to be the growth sector in the printer industry. HP consolidated its position as the largest printer manufacturer, selling more than twice as many units as its nearest competitor. Size Really Does Matter When it Comes to Printing http://www.printware.co.uk/News/91/Size-Really-Does-Matter-When-it-Comes-to-Printing.html The benefits of A3 printing may seem obvious but the potential impact of A3 promotional material on small businesses may just surprise you. Professor Richard Wiseman carried out research which showed that larger printed images and visual aids can make a business seem more successful and professional.