HP's TONER SHORTAGE CONTINUES
Last January, news websites and industry publications began reporting that there was a shortage of the HP CE285A, or 85A, black toner cartridge used in the monochrome LaserJet Pro P1102w printer and LaserJet Pro M1212 MFP. The shortage left some distributors out of stock and frustrated customers, some of whom vented on HP’s “customer reviews” message board for the cartridge. At the time, HP issued a public statement attributing the shortage to the “tremendous demand” it has experience for the HP LaserJet P1102w and M1212, which were announced in the spring of 2010. The company promised, “We are working quickly to meet the growing market demand for this product and minimize the impact to our channel partners and customers.”
Now that a couple of months have passed, we wondered if HP and its manufacturing partner, Canon, have been able to ramp up production to meet market demand for the HP 85A. It seems that while HP and Canon are continuing to work to address the situation, this toner cartridge remains in short supply.
Ascot Laser has compatibles in stock!
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Before Recycling
In the line at the store, the cashier told the older woman that plastic bags weren’t good for the environment. The woman apologized to her and explained, “We didn’t have the green thing back in my day.”
That’s right, they didn’t have the green thing in her day. Back then, they returned their milk bottles, Coke bottles and beer bottles to the store. The store sent them back to the plant to be washed and sterilized and refilled, using the same bottles over and over. So they really were
recycled.
But they didn’t have the green thing back in her day.
In her day, they walked up stairs, because they didn’t have an escalator in every store and office building. They walked to the grocery store and didn’t climb into a 300-horsepower machine every time they had to go two blocks.
But she’s right. They didn’t have the green thing in her day.
Back then, they washed the baby’s diapers because they didn’t have the throw-away kind. They dried clothes on a line, not in an energy gobbling machine burning up 220 volts – wind and solar power really did dry the clothes. Kids got hand-me-down clothes from their brothers or sisters, not always brand-new clothing.
But that old lady is right, they didn’t have the green thing back in her day.
Back then, they had one TV, or radio, in the house – not a TV in every room. And the TV had a small screen the size of a pizza dish, not a screen the size of the state of Montana . In the kitchen, they
blended and stirred by hand because they didn’t have electric machines to do everything for you. When they packaged a fragile item to send in the mail, they used wadded up newspaper to cushion it, not
styro foam or plastic bubble wrap.
Back then, they didn’t fire up an engine and burn gasoline just to cut the lawn. They used a push mower that ran on human power. They exercised by working so they didn’t need to go to a health club to run on
treadmills that operate on electricity.
But she’s right, they didn’t have the green thing back then.
They drank from a fountain when they were thirsty, instead of using a cup or a plastic bottle every time they had a drink of water. They refilled pens with ink, instead of buying a new pen, and they
replaced the razor blades in a razor instead of throwing away the whole razor just because the blade got dull.
But they didn’t have the green thing back then.
Back then, people took the streetcar and kids rode their bikes to school or rode the school bus, instead of turning their moms into a 24-hour taxi service. They had one electrical outlet in a room, not an entire bank of sockets to power a dozen appliances. And they didn’t need a computerized gadget to receive a signal beamed from satellites 2,000 miles out in space in order to find the nearest pizza joint.
But isn't it sad that they didn't have the green thing back then?
That’s right, they didn’t have the green thing in her day. Back then, they returned their milk bottles, Coke bottles and beer bottles to the store. The store sent them back to the plant to be washed and sterilized and refilled, using the same bottles over and over. So they really were
recycled.
But they didn’t have the green thing back in her day.
In her day, they walked up stairs, because they didn’t have an escalator in every store and office building. They walked to the grocery store and didn’t climb into a 300-horsepower machine every time they had to go two blocks.
But she’s right. They didn’t have the green thing in her day.
Back then, they washed the baby’s diapers because they didn’t have the throw-away kind. They dried clothes on a line, not in an energy gobbling machine burning up 220 volts – wind and solar power really did dry the clothes. Kids got hand-me-down clothes from their brothers or sisters, not always brand-new clothing.
But that old lady is right, they didn’t have the green thing back in her day.
Back then, they had one TV, or radio, in the house – not a TV in every room. And the TV had a small screen the size of a pizza dish, not a screen the size of the state of Montana . In the kitchen, they
blended and stirred by hand because they didn’t have electric machines to do everything for you. When they packaged a fragile item to send in the mail, they used wadded up newspaper to cushion it, not
styro foam or plastic bubble wrap.
Back then, they didn’t fire up an engine and burn gasoline just to cut the lawn. They used a push mower that ran on human power. They exercised by working so they didn’t need to go to a health club to run on
treadmills that operate on electricity.
But she’s right, they didn’t have the green thing back then.
They drank from a fountain when they were thirsty, instead of using a cup or a plastic bottle every time they had a drink of water. They refilled pens with ink, instead of buying a new pen, and they
replaced the razor blades in a razor instead of throwing away the whole razor just because the blade got dull.
But they didn’t have the green thing back then.
Back then, people took the streetcar and kids rode their bikes to school or rode the school bus, instead of turning their moms into a 24-hour taxi service. They had one electrical outlet in a room, not an entire bank of sockets to power a dozen appliances. And they didn’t need a computerized gadget to receive a signal beamed from satellites 2,000 miles out in space in order to find the nearest pizza joint.
But isn't it sad that they didn't have the green thing back then?
Inkjet Printer Ink Cartridges and Supplies
Ascot Laser offers inkjet printer owners a wide range of ink cartridges for most brands, including business inkjet printers.
New OEM Inkjet Printer Ink Cartridges
Whether you are looking for new, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) cartridges or prefer to save some extra money by choosing the generic option, you’ll be getting a quality product either way.
Low-cost Inkjet Ink Cartridge Options
Our generic inkjet cartridges are quality products that save you money while giving you print quality that you’ll be happy with. These are not shoddy refills sold at some outlets that will leak in your printer and damage it. Go with quality, as it usually ends up costing you less.
Photo Printing, Business Color, or Homework Assignments?
We carry ink cartridges that will meet your printing requirements. From photo printing to banners and spreadsheets, homework assignments to business presentations, from flyers to fun stuff for the kids, we have ink cartridges to make it happen.
Buy from Ascot Laser with Confidence
Ascot Laser stands behind everything we sell and service, so call us at (503) 253-1440 or e-mail us at ascotlaser@aol.com and find out about the ink cartridge options available for your printer.
New OEM Inkjet Printer Ink Cartridges
Whether you are looking for new, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) cartridges or prefer to save some extra money by choosing the generic option, you’ll be getting a quality product either way.
Low-cost Inkjet Ink Cartridge Options
Our generic inkjet cartridges are quality products that save you money while giving you print quality that you’ll be happy with. These are not shoddy refills sold at some outlets that will leak in your printer and damage it. Go with quality, as it usually ends up costing you less.
Photo Printing, Business Color, or Homework Assignments?
We carry ink cartridges that will meet your printing requirements. From photo printing to banners and spreadsheets, homework assignments to business presentations, from flyers to fun stuff for the kids, we have ink cartridges to make it happen.
Buy from Ascot Laser with Confidence
Ascot Laser stands behind everything we sell and service, so call us at (503) 253-1440 or e-mail us at ascotlaser@aol.com and find out about the ink cartridge options available for your printer.
Why Choose Ascot Laser?
Why Choose Ascot Laser?
Trust
Ascot Laser stands behind the products we sell, and the services we deliver. You can count on us to go the extra mile for you. We know how important it is for you that your equipment functions perfectly and deliver consistent, high quality results, and it’s our job to make that happen as your office machine supply and service partner.
Experience
With over 20 years of experience serving individuals, businesses, educational institutions, and governments, Ascot Laser Services the following cities:
Greater Portland/Vancouver Area including Battleground, Camas, Washougal, Vancouver, Ridgefield, Hockinson, Salmon Creek, All of Metro Portland, Clackamas, Beaverton, Tigard, Hillsboro, Oregon City, Sherwood, St. Helen, Troutdale, Tualatin, West Linn, Lake Oswego, Wilsonville.
We are the smart choice for all of your laser printer, inkjet, fax machine, and desktop copier supplies and service needs.
Money Saving Options
We know that your printing needs are unique and feel that you deserve the option to choose what’s best for you from a variety of products at various price points. We strive to deliver high quality products and top-notch service at lower prices.
The Brands You Want
Ascot Laser can offer you a full line of products from manufacturers like HP, Brother, Canon, Dell, Epson, IBM, Konica-Minolta, Kyocera-Mita, Lexmark, Okidata, Panasonic, Ricoh, Samsung, Sharp, Xerox in both NEW OEM and Compatibles.
Free Recycling of your spent cartridges
Ascot Laser offers free pick-up of your spent cartridge where are 100% recycled and kept out of the landfills. See our where you cartridge goes at the end of its life. http://ascotlaser.blogspot.com/2011/03/end-of-life-of-toner-cartridge.html
Trust
Ascot Laser stands behind the products we sell, and the services we deliver. You can count on us to go the extra mile for you. We know how important it is for you that your equipment functions perfectly and deliver consistent, high quality results, and it’s our job to make that happen as your office machine supply and service partner.
Experience
With over 20 years of experience serving individuals, businesses, educational institutions, and governments, Ascot Laser Services the following cities:
Greater Portland/Vancouver Area including Battleground, Camas, Washougal, Vancouver, Ridgefield, Hockinson, Salmon Creek, All of Metro Portland, Clackamas, Beaverton, Tigard, Hillsboro, Oregon City, Sherwood, St. Helen, Troutdale, Tualatin, West Linn, Lake Oswego, Wilsonville.
We are the smart choice for all of your laser printer, inkjet, fax machine, and desktop copier supplies and service needs.
Money Saving Options
We know that your printing needs are unique and feel that you deserve the option to choose what’s best for you from a variety of products at various price points. We strive to deliver high quality products and top-notch service at lower prices.
The Brands You Want
Ascot Laser can offer you a full line of products from manufacturers like HP, Brother, Canon, Dell, Epson, IBM, Konica-Minolta, Kyocera-Mita, Lexmark, Okidata, Panasonic, Ricoh, Samsung, Sharp, Xerox in both NEW OEM and Compatibles.
Free Recycling of your spent cartridges
Ascot Laser offers free pick-up of your spent cartridge where are 100% recycled and kept out of the landfills. See our where you cartridge goes at the end of its life. http://ascotlaser.blogspot.com/2011/03/end-of-life-of-toner-cartridge.html
Industry alert from Xerox
Xerox announces price increases beginning March 24th 2011. The average increase per sku will be about 4.5%
End of life of a toner cartridge
Ever wonder what happens to your cartridge at the end of its life cycle?
End-of-Life process for a toner cartridge
6-Step Cartridge Grinding Process
1. Cartridge Evaluation All inbound units are inspected and designated for remanufacturing or grinding
2. Cartridges Disassembled Cartridges deemed unsuitable for remanufacturing are disassembled into base components.
3. Cartridges Sorted Components (plastic, blades, gears and PCR drums) are sorted for recycling.
4. Grinding Plastic cartridges are inducted into the grinder to produce plastic regrind.
5. Plastic Ready for Reuse Plastic regrind is reused in various injection molding processes.
6. New Product Development New product is created utilizing post consumer waste which completes West Point Products’ closed loop process.
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