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Satori Software has launched a new add-on for its desktop mailing preparation product Bulk Mailer, which it says will allow mailers to achieve greater postal discounts. The Unlimited Walk Sequence add-on means that mailing lists can be managed so that mailings going into the Postal Service network can be sorted into the order of addresses along an individual mail carrier’s route.

The new add-on is available for a flat annual fee, with Satori claiming that it can increase discounts on qualified high-density mailings by “at least” 4.2 cents per letter and 15 cents per flat. read more

Formax Introduces 7200 Series Inserters For High Volumes

Formax has introduced the 7200 Series Inserters, replacing the 6900 Series Inserters. The system's modular design offers up to 11 feed stations, high-capacity feeders, and a total capacity of up to 2,000 sheets. The top-loading envelope hopper holds up to 800 #10 envelopes or 500 landscape flats. Inserting into landscape flats offers higher processing speeds, fewer jams, and lower envelope costs. read more

Postal Service Seeks To End Next-Day Delivery & Change Service Standards

The Postal Service will send to the Postal Regulatory Commission a request for an advisory opinion regarding service standard changes. Shortly thereafter, it will publish a notice in the Federal Register soliciting public comment on the specific proposed changes. read more

Reuters: On Dec. 5 the USPS moved forward with plans to end next-day delivery of letters, postcards and other First Class mail. In a notice filed with its regulator, it also sought approval to close more than half of its 461 processing facilities that have been critical for next-day delivery. read more

Opinions: Buffalo News: Better Postal fix needed; Philadelphia Inquirer: The Postal Service plots its own demise; Politico: Give Postal Service time to re-invent; Wall Street Journal: USPS plant closures will be a mess

Millennium Group Ranked Among New Jersey's Fastest Growing Companies

The Millennium Group is ranked 34th in NJBIZ's list of New Jersey's 2011 50 Fastest Growing Companies. The NJBIZ award program is presented by Rothstein Kass and sponsored by Lowenstein Sandler PC, PNC Bank, UnitedHealthcare, Optimum Lightpath and Robert Half/Protiviti.

"The Millennium Group has proven resilient against the sluggish economy plaguing many companies," said Timothy Kerner, President of The Millennium Group. "The Millennium Group's ability to offer efficient and effective business services to our clients forges lasting relationships, and in turn, continues to drive company growth."

The NJBIZ 50 Fastest Growing Companies awards program celebrates New Jersey's most dynamic companies who progressively contribute to the success of the state's economic growth and stability. To qualify, companies had to meet selection criteria that included a revenue size of at least $500,000 within the past three out of four years and growth in revenue over a four year period, dating from fiscal year 2007 to 2010.

Visit The Millennium Group online to learn more about the company.

Satori Software To Resell & Support SAP BusinessObjects Postalsoft

Satori Software has announced that through a new agreement with SAP AG it is the preferred OEM partner reselling SAP BusinessObjects Postalsoft software, which includes SAP BusinessObjects Postalsoft Desktop Mailer, SAP BusinessObjects Postalsoft Business Edition, and SAP BusinessObjects Postalsoft Presort solutions. read more

First-Class Mail Will Go Up A Penny In 2012; USPS Adjusts Other Prices

Beginning early next year, it will cost just a penny more to mail letters to any location in the United States, the first price change for First-Class Mail stamps (Forever stamps) in more than two and a half years. The new 45-cent price for Forever stamps is one of the price changes that the Postal Service filed with the Postal Regulatory Commission on October 18. read more UPDATE

Collins Ends Kodak Supply Agreement

Effective immediately, customers are able to purchase Collins branded inks for use in Kodak Versamark high-speed inkjet printers directly from Collins Ink. Collins has terminated the supply agreement that has been in place between the two companies for the past 10 years. read more

Satori Software Helps Sub-Zero Develop Better Customer Relationships

Sub-Zero, Inc. has enhanced its customer experience management system with Satori Software contact data quality tools in order to increase customer satisfaction. The company is now able to provide a more personal experience with its brand despite the thousands of records it processes each day. Sub-Zero receives product inquiries and warranty registrations through email, phone, mail, and via web form. read more

Pitney Bowes Introduces MarketSpace Web Platform In The U.S.

Pitney Bowes recently introduced the MarketSpace web platform in the U.S. to help high-volume transactional mailers connect with third-party advertisers to sell the white space on their statements for targeted advertising opportunities. With the MarketSpace Web platform, third-party advertisers can select and purchase advertising placements based on demographic and geographic targeting for more effective customer communications. read more

NACUMS Conference Selects SCLogic Software For Attendee Tracking

The 2011 National Association of College & University Mail Services (NACUMS) Conference will use SCLogic's SCLIntra barcode tracking solution to track educational session attendance. This is the second straight year that NACUMS will be using SCLogic's turnkey solution. The solution consists of highly configurable barcode software running on rugged handheld computers and workstations. It will allow conference administrators to print attendee badges containing unique barcodes and scan those badges as participants enter and exit conference sessions. read more

Neopost Unveils Full-Color Mail Printer Featuring Memjet Technology

Neopost USA has introduced its Neopost AS-950C and Hasler HJ950C full- color Mail Printer. This new inkjet printer is designed to print envelopes, postcards, mailers and more in true digital full-process color. It offers breakthrough performance powered by Memjet technology. This technology is capable of high throughput speed, previously only available from more complex equipment, while producing brilliant 1600 dpi print quality. read more

Rifkin Introduces Advanced & Secure Fire-Shield Sport Briefcase

The features built into Rifkin’s ArcoTrack Fire-Shield Sport Briefcase make it one of the world’s most technologically advanced and secure carry bags. The stylish 14” x 17” briefcase delivers GPS Tracking, Fire Protection, and Lockout Security all in one innovative product. read more

Formax FD 120 Card Cutter Offers Ideal Solution For Quick-Print Shops

Formax FD 120 Card Cutter

The Formax FD 120 Card Cutter is ideal for quick-print shops and mid-to-large businesses with in-plant printing centers. The system offers on-demand processing of full-bleed color business cards, postcards, greeting cards, and photos. The FD 120 automatically cuts and slits documents and stacks them in sequential order at speeds up to 130 business cards per minute. read more

Satori Software Taps New VP To Evolve Its High-End Mailing Solutions

Corey Smith was recently named Vice President of Production Mailing Solutions at Satori Software. Mr. Smith will be responsible for helping Satori Software evolve its high-end mailing solutions to meet the needs of its current and future high-volume mailing customers. Mr. Smith has 15 years of experience building relationships with high-end mailers and has a deep understanding of the complexities of the mailing industry. read more

Pitney Bowes Introduces New Reliant Sorting Solution

Pitney Bowes' new Reliant Sorting Solution offers lower-volume mail producers a way to sort a variety of outgoing mail to obtain USPS postage discounts and to speed the delivery of incoming mail. The system can help organizations manage private, high-integrity mail in one location for their transactional print and mail operations. read more

Neopost's New Automation Solutions Will Be On Display At Postal Forum

Neopost USA will showcase a wide array of innovative technologies and postal automation solutions at the 2011 National Postal Forum, which runs from May 1-4 in San Diego, CA. Neopost will also provide attendees with a sneak preview of its new DS/PS200 Mailing Inserting System, a high-speed, modular folder/inserter that can insert a variety of mail including flats.

Neopost USA will exhibit its Neopost, Hasler and RENA brands, as well as deliver educational presentations focusing on solutions to mailing challenges, in Booth #1418. Show attendees should look for the following products:

1. IS/IM6000 Mailing System: With processing speeds up to 300 letters per minute and an overall weight of more than 200 lbs, this durable system is built to handle the most difficult jobs in large corporate and high-volume production mail centers. It delivers reliable production, maximum uptime, cost control, and a new way to manage mailing operations.

2. DS/PS1200 Folder/Inserter: Designed to operate at the highest practical speed and efficiency -- up to 12,000 envelopes per hour -- the DS/PS1200 streamlines the entire mailing process. The high-capacity sheet feeder and vertical envelope stacker enables users to maintain the highest level of operational productivity for the most demanding mail processing jobs.

3. AS/HJ950C: Neopost’s new digital color printer features Memjet revolutionary thermal inkjet technology. The AS/HJ950C has a single, fixed printhead that has more than 70,000 nozzles producing brilliant graphics at 1600 dots per inch and print speeds up to 12 inches per second.

4. PrintMachine: The PrintMachine family of software is an ideal way to automate the document output management process. It manages the entire outbound document flow from creation to distribution. PrintMachine software also optimizes each mailing to provide the lowest postal rate possible.

5. iMCM G2: iMCM G2 employs technologies to improve efficiency and productivity for outgoing mail and shipments. It was designed from the ground up to fully utilize the Internet and mailroom’s online capability, thus taking full advantage of better communications with carriers and customers alike.

6. eShipping Solution: Companies are rapidly adapting the new "Software As A Service" model in which software solutions are deployed as subscriptions, eliminating the hassle of modifying existing IT infrastructure. The Neopost brand eShipping Solution is such a service and can be deployed at hundreds of locations with thousands of users shipping tens of thousands of parcels a day, without having to purchase a single computer, server, monitor or router.

To learn more about Neopost products and solutions, visit neopostinc.com.

Kern's New Ai-33 Inserts 33,000 Mail Pieces Per Hour, Fastest In Industry

Kern recently introduced its Ai-33Direct Intelligent Inserter. The system inserts 33,000 mail pieces per hour, an industry-leading speed. It features Ethercat technology, which acts as a single communication system for controlling safety information and offers real-time response and flexible speed options.

The intelligence of the Ai-33Direct allows for the system to “learn as it goes,” making alternate adjustments in timing to minimize inefficiencies and maximize throughput. The speed, along with this intelligence, ensures the highest document integrity and delivers a very low overall cost per piece.

For more information about the Ai-33 Direct, call 888-KERNINC. To learn more about Kern’s suite of products, visit www.kerncan.com.

Pitney Bowes & Sitma To Develop "Next Generation" Mail Finishing Platform

Pitney Bowes Inc. and Sitma Machinery S.p.A. are teaming up to develop a “next generation” mail finishing platform. The platform will help mail operations produce high-quality customer communications at a lower cost per piece. The platform will combine Pitney Bowes’s expertise in high-speed inserters, software solutions, and service with Sitma Machinery’s innovative wrap solution. This new mail finishing platform will help Pitney Bowes customers to better manage costs for their mailing and printing operations without compromising integrity.

Pitney Bowes customers can preview this innovative mail finishing platform at the annual global Customer Summit, June 6–8, 2011, which is hosted by the company’s Document Messaging Technologies business group in Danbury, Connecticut. For more information about Pitney Bowes and Sitma Machinery, visit their respective websites, www.pb.com and www.sitma.com.

PRC Says Postal Service Overstated Potential Savings From 5-Day Delivery

The Postal Rate Commission says the U.S. Postal Service overstated its potential savings from eliminating Saturday mail delivery and failed to consider the impact on rural communities. In Thursday's report (March 24), the PRC said the USPS estimate of savings from cutting Saturday delivery was overstated by $1.4 billion. more from AP more from PRC summary see full PRC report

In a response to the PRC advisory report, U.S. Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe said that "On March 30, 2010, we presented a compelling case to the PRC, reflected in the testimony of Postal experts in operations, marketing and finance, as well as a highly respected market research firm and academician. Their testimony demonstrated that the plan would effect a $3.1 billion annual saving and allow the Postal Service to continue providing excellent service in an economical and efficient manner." read more

Pitney Bowes Launches Enterprise Return Mail Services

Enterprise Return Mail Services is an integrated return-mail management service offering that can update 60 to 80 percent of incorrect addresses. Recently introduced by Pitney Bowes Management Services, ERMS can help companies significantly reduce costs associated with return mail and help them reconnect with customers. read more

Mail Green Introduces Remanufactured Ink Tanks For Neopost, Hasler Systems

Mail Green, a leading remanufacturer of ink cartridges for production mailing systems, has introduced a line of cost-saving, remanufactured ink tanks for Hasler and Neopost high-volume digital mailing systems.

The Mail Green ink tanks for the Hasler WJ220 & WJ250 and Neopost IJ90 & IJ110 postage meters have overcome the print head lifecycle and microchip data challenges typically associated with the development of aftermarket Hasler and Neopost ink cartridges.

Mail Green's fluorescent postal ink formula for Hasler and Neopost postage meters has been proven to deliver a print head lifecycle equal to that of the OEM in field testing, without sacrificing print quality. The ink formula in competitive aftermarket products has been widely reported to clog and damage the Hasler and Neopost print head, which greatly reduces the print head lifecycle. The Mail Green ink, by contrast, is formulated to be gentle on the Hasler and Neopost print head.

Mail Green is offering attendees of the upcoming National Postal Forum an introductory 15% discount on all Hasler and Neopost orders placed online at www.gomailgreen.com.

Postal Service Announces New Prices; Some Rates Will Rise, Most Will Not

Prices for some USPS products will rise on April 17. The price of a stamp will remain the same, as will most other categories of mail. First-class letter additional ounces will increase to 20 cents. Letters to Canada and Mexico will rise to 80 cents. The overall average increase across all mailing services is capped by law at 1.7 percent -- at or below the rate of inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index -- although actual percentage price increases for various products and services will vary. read more list of new prices

Satori Software Unveils Integrated Data Enhancement Service for Bulk Mailer

Satori Software has launched Integrated Data Services for its best-selling desktop mailing preparation software series, Bulk Mailer. Bulk Mailer users can now order from a menu of options to append contact details, amend addresses and suppress records on do-not-mail lists. In most cases, results are available within a few hours. Updated records are incorporated into the original mailing list within Bulk Mailer without the need for manual reconciliation. read more

Kern's Ai-Class Of Inserters Produces Up To 33,000 Mail Pieces Per Hour

The Kern Ai-Class of inserting systems utilizes advanced electronics and high-speed system communications to produce up to 33,000 mail pieces per hour. The Ai-Class is designed to give mailers a quick return on investment by delivering lower cost per mail piece. The monitoring mechanism of the Ai-Class ensures that every document throughout the system is tracked until it has been inserted and sealed correctly. read more

Formax Offers New Pressure Sealer

Formax's new FD 1200 Pressure Sealer offers a user-friendly low-volume solution for processing one-piece pressure-sensitive mailers. Combined with a laser printer and pressure seal forms, the FD 1200 creates secure, mail-ready pieces. The clearly marked fold plates and drop-in feed system provide easy set-up and operation. With a compact desktop design and processing speed of up to 35 forms per minute, the FD 1200 is ideal for an office environment with low volume applications. Features including the ability to process 14” forms and an integrated catch tray enable operators to complete daily processing jobs with ease. read more

U.S. Postmaster General John Potter Retires; Pat Donahoe To Succeed Him

After nearly 10 years as U.S. Postmaster General, John E. Potter has announced that he will retire on Dec. 3 after 32 years of service. The Governors of the Postal Service named Patrick Donahoe, currently Deputy Postmaster General and Chief Operating Officer, to succeed Mr. Potter. read more

PMG Potter steps down with some of his major proposals hanging in the balance: 5-day mail delivery, retiree-benefits reform, and legislative efforts that would allow the Post to function more like a private-sector company.

Washington Post: Potter cites age as reason for his retirement, but "critics would note...that USPS faced coordinated opposition to proposed rate hikes this year -- a plan soundly rejected by postal regulators."

Postal & Parcel: Who is Patrick Donahoe, the new Postmaster General?

Dead Tree Edition (Editorial): "Most of what's wrong seems to predate Potter...Want to launch a new venture? If you're the PMG, forget about the usual discussions of return on investment or marketing plans. First you have to figure out who might object and whether they have the political clout to block the path."

Satori Software Announces Electronic Documentation Add-On For Bulk Mailer

Satori Software has released its new Electronic Documentation add-on for its best-selling desktop mailing preparation software series, Bulk Mailer. The add-on supports options for both Mail.XML and Mail.dat formats. The Mail.XML option interfaces directly with the USPS PostalOne! system and can be used to submit, edit or cancel mailings. read more

PRC Denies Post's Rate-Increase Request; Rates To Remain Steady

The Postal Rate Commission has denied the January postage-rate increase requested by the Postal Service. This means the normal CPI increase in May (projected under 2%) will go into effect, but the projected 5 to 6 percent increase in January will not go into effect as of now. The price of a letter would have climbed to 46 cents under the USPS' proposal.

PRC Chairman Ruth Goldway confirmed that "there will be no rate increases as a result of our decision for any class of mail.” (UPDATE: Chairman Goldway fields questions on PRC's decision.)

The decision was praised by the Affordable Mail Alliance. “The PRC today has helped countless businesses stay competitive and saved tens of thousands of jobs,” said Tony Conway, Affordable Mail Alliance spokesperson. “The Commissioners recognized that imposing an additional tax on Postal Service customers is not the way to address its financial troubles."

Neopost's New Joggers Enhance Productivity For Folders & Inserters

Neopost's new line of NJOG & Hasler HJOG Joggers are designed to ensure productivity when using devices such as a stand-alone folder, folder/inserter, or other office equipment that processes finished printed documents. The new series of desktop and floor model joggers deliver quick, efficient and dependable jogging of a wide range of paper sizes. read more

MCS, Inc. Expands Its Eagle Inkjet System To Include UV-Curable Inks

MCS, Inc., a leader in industrial and mailing inkjet and camera systems, has unveiled its latest addition to the MCS Eagle Inkjet family. The new 4.25" UV Curable Print System has similar capabilities to the original Eagle system as well as the ability to handle UV-Curable inks. Features include 600 DPI native resolution and 4.25" print width scalable up to 17" with 4 heads. read more

Pitney Bowes' New Digital Mail Solution Cuts Costs, Improves Efficiencies

Pitney Bowes Management Services has introduced a new digital mail offering which provides customers with numerous operational, cost reduction, and regulatory compliance benefits. The new Digital Mail Solution shifts incoming physical documents to digital documents and provides end users with access anytime, anywhere. read more

USPS Seeks New Rate Increase; Business Mailers Say It's Not Needed

The U.S. Postal Service wants to raise postage rates to collect more revenue. Details of the proposed rate hike were disclosed late Tuesday, July 6. Under the law, the Post Office is generally limited to increases of no more than the rate of inflation -- 0.9 percent for the year ended in May. the new rates

Ø Price of First-Class stamp would be 46 cents, up 2 cents

Ø Parcels will "get slammed" if rates are approved by PRC

Ø NYT: Magazine publishers "preparing to go to war with Post"

Ø Business mailers oppose Post's exigency request.

Ø Tony Conway, executive director of the Alliance of Nonprofit Mailers: "This proposed rate increase amounts to another tax imposed on Americans at a time when the economy can least afford it. Consumers everywhere will pay more for the letters and packages they need to send; businesses -- large and small -- will suffer and even more jobs will be lost." read more

Formax's New 6304 Inserters Offer More Features, Higher Productivity

Formax's new 6304 Series Inserters combine user-friendly features with high productivity. Three base models are available in a variety of configurations to meet the needs of any size office or mail center. High-capacity input and output options combine with fully-automatic adjustments and increased speed. The inserters process forms of various lengths and thicknesses all at the same time, up to 3,600 per hour and up to 40,000 pieces per month. read more

BCC Software Founder And President K. Jon Runstrom Retires

BCC Software founder and president K. Jon Runstrom retired from the company on June 30. Christopher Lien, formerly BCC’s executive vice president, has succeeded him. Under Mr. Runstrom’s leadership, BCC Software has grown steadily for over 30 years and was acquired by parent company BÖWE BELL + HOWELL in 2005. read more

Pitney Bowes Expands IntelliJet Line Of Color Production Print Systems

Pitney Bowes is expanding its line of high-speed digital color printing systems. The new offering, the Pitney Bowes IntelliJet 20 Printing System, will help more companies transition their printed communications from monochrome to color simply and cost-effectively, and also communicate more effectively with their audiences. read more

Paitec USA Pressure Seal Systems Deliver Fast, Reliable Performance

Paitec USA manufactures a broad range of standalone and in-line pressure seal machines which deliver fast, reliable performance.

ØThe MX6000 is an ideal choice for most high-volume needs as it processes up to 9,000 forms per hour with a monthly duty cycle of 300,000 pieces. It features Reverse Friction Rollers which automatically detect double feeds and self-corrects itself without operator involvement. Its auto-lift feed tray holds up to 1,400 pieces to minimize restocking. read more

ØThe MX8000 is one of the most advanced heavy-duty pressure seal machines on the market today with its fast 13,000 pieces per hour processing and with a monthly duty volume of 400,000 pieces. It features four-roller sealing unit, Reverse Friction Rollers to auto correct double feeds, an auto-lift feed tray which holds up to 2,500 pieces, and an optional vertical exit stacker which holds up to 700 forms. read more

ØThe Multiseal is the world's first affordable two-page pressure sealer. This innovative print 'n mail machine can print, fold, collate, and seal mini-booklets, multi-page statements, and many other creative documents. This unit will work either as a standalone machine with its large feed tray or it can be connected to an HP or other high-speed laser printer for an all in one print 'n mail device. read more

PMG Potter Discloses Plan To Cut Costs & Maintain Viability Of Post

Facing unprecedented volume declines and a projected, cumulative $238 billion shortfall during the next decade, Postmaster General John Potter outlined an aggressive plan of cost cutting, increased productivity, and an array of legislative and regulatory changes necessary to maintain a viable Postal Service. read more facts & figures about the post office

Firm Bundles Presort Add-On Now Available For Satori Software Products

Satori Software has announced the immediate availability of a Firm Bundles add-on for its Bulk Mailer and MailRoom ToolKit mailing preparation and address management software lines. The USPS PAVE Gold certified add-on supports non-automation and carrier route sorts for letter- and flat-sized Periodicals. read more

SCLogic Donates Tracking Solution To "Give Kids The World"

SCLogic, a leading provider of mobile enterprise package tracking software systems, is donating its SCLIntra package tracking system to Give Kids The World. The system includes a donation of a Motorola MC55 Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA). Give Kids The World, a 70-acre resort in Florida designed for children with life-threatening illnesses, will use SCLogic mobile software to track critical packages, medical equipment and other items sent to the resort located near Orlando. read more

DHL Global Mail Enables Customers To Ship In New Eco-Friendly Way

Eco-conscious companies can now choose a new method of shipping and mailing that supports their environmental protection goals. DHL Global Mail recently became the first mail services provider in the U.S. to enable customers to send shipments in a way that leaves a net zero carbon footprint. The service is called GOGREEN Carbon Offset. read more

GBR 438 Smart Cutter Processes Up To 38,000 Sheets Per Hour

GBR Systems' new 438 Smart Cutter/Folder processes both pinless and pin-fed forms up to 38,000 sheets/hour printed two-up. It runs online with conventional non-intelligent inserters, providing up to 12 stations of selection. The system communicates serially with intelligent inserters and is designed for 7 x 24 operations. read more

OPEX AS3690i Selected Scanning Product Of The Year In London

OPEX’s AS3690i high-speed scanner has been named the winner of the esteemed Document Manager Award for Scanning Product of the Year in the high-volume category. This award was presented at the Third Annual DM Awards ceremony which hosted hundreds of guests, including vendors, distributors, information providers, and trade press. read more

Pitney Bowes Offers New Service To Improve Customers' Address Quality

Pitney Bowes has unveiled AddressRightNow, an online list management service for organizations with smaller volumes. The service helps to eliminate inaccurate addresses and updates mailing lists based on the latest change of address information. read more

BÖWE BELL + HOWELL Introduces MAILStream Inveloper Inserter

BÖWE BELL + HOWELL showcased its MAILStream Inveloper inserting system at PRINT 09. The system combines envelope creation and inserting into a single, more efficient process by replacing traditional envelopes with continuous roll-fed material. read more

Endicia Offers Free USPS Supplies

Endicia, a leader in Internet postage with nearly $4 billion in postage printed, is now offering free U.S. Postal Service supplies direct from its website store. This new feature makes Endicia an even more convenient way to do business and handle shipping needs. read more

RISO Launches ComColor Printers

RISO, Inc. has introduced its new ComColor series, a breakthrough in full-color inkjet printing that offers a combination of speed, versatility, and low-cost color. The five ComColor models are distinguished by print speed, image area, paper source capacity, and accessory compatibility. ComColor can print up to 150 color ppm, making it one of the fastest full-color cut-sheet inkjet printers available. read more

Champ Offers Savings On Heavy Mail

Engineering Innovation, developer of the EZ-Flats system, recently re-introduced The Heavyweight Champ. This manifesting workstation enables corporate mailers and service bureaus to quickly determine optimal postage discounts on various types of mail and maximize postage savings. The system also enables automation of several forms of mail that require tracking. read more

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