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GO FOR GREEN PRODUCTS

A banner year for Pilot Pen

Alan Eve in action at the Zwartkops racetrack

The sponsorship of the Shelby can-am racing team in 2012 gave Pilot Pen SA the perfect platform to promote a range as unique and exclusive as FriXion. With two additional products launched this year namely FriXion

Colours and FriXion Clicker added to what has been a most successful campaign. We focused most of our promotional activity on FriXion, using the sponsorship to drive deals on retail displays, volume purchases and end user promotions. The FriXion themed car and associated press were used in all retail and corporate promotions for the year. Customers and end users alike were given the opportunity to win tickets to Race days and on certain occasions win a seat to a coveted Corporate day.

Frixion growth, 250% Up

The success of the 2012 campaign has also ensured that the car sponsorship will be continued in 2013. The main focus being FriXion again, as well as other supporting products. We aim to get more than 100 customers to the various Race and Corporate days in 2013. We hope to see you there...

In support of the FriXion campaign, Pilot Pen SA distributed 500 personalised pop up banners to all our retail partners supporting the FriXion brand.

Pilot team with customers after an exciting Corporate Day.

A customer enjoys the thrill and excitement of being behind

the wheel of a race car.

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After outgrowing our premises in Midrand the decision was made to look for a building that could warehouse a growing business and offer us a home for the foreseeable future. Crown Mines was an easy choice as it puts us on the doorstep of good friends such as Tower, Rexel and Trefoil, as well as placing us in the centre of the Johannesburg collections belt. Newly built to our specification, our premises are more than 60% larger

than our old building in Midrand and we are comfortable that we can double our turnover in the new facility and still trade efficiently.

New staff have been employed in both our internal and warehouse departments to help

cope with growing sales.

At the same time a long term decision was made with regard to our IT system. Pilot SA upgraded all of its IT to SAP as from 1st May 2012. We would like to thank our customers for their support through the first few months of the initial change over and as we are now fully adept to the system we are improving efficiencies and reporting on a daily basis.

Official opening of our premises with a visit from Head office staff (PILOT Group Director – Shu Ito, Managers – Yasu Kazaoka and Yoshi Ueki).

New premises: 62 Milky Way, Cnr Lepus Road & Stellar Avenue, Crown Ext 12, Amalgam.


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Pilot’s Shelby racing car.

On the cover:

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I refer to the advertisement as published on page 31 Vol. 96 Issue 11. The allegation leveled at fi les and folders manufactured from PVC are largely incorrect and unfounded. They constitute an old story in the early 1980’s which has since been offi cially resolved.

The dangerous chemical properties are not relevant to the product. PVC sheeting and rigid compounds have evolved since the 1980’s when these allegations were partially valid.

PVC fl exible and rigid are materials encountered in everyday life worldwide. It’s fully recyclable, if recovery is possible both as rubber replacement mouldings, and - when mixed with sawdust - can even be extruded into palisade fence panels and decking etc. The problem arises if waste is incinerated (not done in southern Africa), and the chlorine liberated is mixed with water, which could cause acid rain, damaging forestation, which was the fear

in Europe in the early 1980’s. Alternative materials were formulated

for some applications including stationery, whilst provisional regulations banned the production of PVC containing the VCM monomer. This scare resulted in the reformulation of the fl exible PVC material composition so as to meet compliance standards of the relevant health regulatory bodies. Various investigations resulting in published scientifi c papers by European and American organisations cleared PVC of carcinogens and potential environmental damage.

Unfortunately the issuance of this clearance certifi cation for PVC was delayed by the thoroughness of the investigations and the trials and tests conducted with alternative formulations. In the interim the development of polypropylene (PP) sheeting in a fl exible fi lm and sheet application form occurred to the extent that some inroads were made into traditional PVC sheeting markets. PP would only previously be used for

packaging applications because of its clarity and stiffness.

Rigid PP sheeting cannot perform all the functions of PVC. It’s more costly and more labour intensive to process. Its advantage lies in its Specifi c Gravity (SG) of 0,91-0,93 versus PVC fl exible and rigid sheeting of SG 1,31 - 1,35 - so you get more square meters per kg, but pricing per kg of PP processed materials is generally higher than PVC.

PVC stationery will continue to survive on the South African market and worldwide, for many years hence.

Robert SlavinChief Executive Offi cerSlavepak (Pty) Ltd – Bantex South Africa

Welcome to a new year of doing business! whatever ‘your’ offi ce may look like, the team at My offi ce want to ensure you stay in touch with the cutting edge technologies, automation, stationery and offi ce products necessary to do your work in the most cost-

effective, safe and streamline manner.

This year’s list of features hopefully fulfi l just that, along with the latest in industry news, product promotions and networking opportunities to keep you at the top of your game. Apart from the monthly magazine delivered to your desk, you can also fi nd us at www.shop-sa.co.za, on Facebook and Twitter and at our new shop-sa branch offi ce in Cape Town! Here’s to the start of a fantastic new year of doing business, so click your Bic’s, tap your Mac’s, throw some paper aeroplanes and keep those phones ringing in the change!

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Letters to the Editor

Anna-Marie West2013: Life is Amazing!!

Ruth Montsho 2013 is going to be prosperous

Wendy Dancer2013: The best is yet to come.

Mercédes Westbrook2013: Extended reach, shared market value

Bill André 2013: Interesting year ahead for South Africa

Neil Caetano2013: Great Opportunity

Clare Matthes2013: Suit up!

Rachel Skink2013: A winning streak

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STaEdTlER PlanTS TREESArbour Month has become an increasingly important event in

the annual calendar due to the need to conserve trees to offset carbon emissions and to uplift the environment and communities.

Staedtler is constantly seeking ways to uplift the community and create environmental awareness and in 2012 decided to sponsor the planting of 300 trees at various schools across Gauteng. Staedtler hoped this would encourage an attractive and healthy learning environment.

The company enlisted the help of Greenworks to plant the trees at each school and after hearing about their initiative, the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries sent a representative to each school to assist Staedtler in educating the students on the importance of trees.

The initiative was well received by the schools and students took great pleasure in the interactive way in which the message was conveyed. m

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The Climate Hero Awards (CHA), which aim to inspire action, motivate change, and promote awareness towards an inclusive and low carbon economy, reduced extreme weather risks, green options for food security and a healthy and sustainable continent, opened for entries in December 2012.

“Applications and nominations will be easier this year with the updated website, Facebook and Twitter channels,” said Jeunesse Park, founder of the Climate Hero Awards. “Communication and participation are important for the awards as we highlight the serious and irreversible climate change and resource depletion now widely recognised as the biggest environmental, social and economic issues facing humanity.”

Prizes are presented in fi ve categories: Large Business; Small Medium Enterprises; Smart Low Carbon Cities & Towns; Community, NGO, CBO, Individual or School; and Climate Hero of the Year.

Winners of each category and the overall Climate Hero will be announced at a ceremony held in Johannesburg in October 2013. m

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South Africa steps up to the plate, as the focus is put on greening the planet.

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SPuR cooking oil PowERS EnginES

Over a million litres of vegetable cooking oil used by the Spur Corporation across three of its restaurant operations in the Western Cape, have been

converted to biodiesel to power a range of fi shing vessels, trucks and

mining equipment.The oil recycling initiative that forms

part of the group’s waste management programme has been running for six

years, with one million litres collected to date. As a result, some 870 000 litres of biodiesel were produced, translating into a saving of 3.1 million kg of CO2 equivalent emissions.

Working through a Western Cape company, Envirodiesel, the oil is collected weekly from the group’s Spur Steak Ranches, Panarotti’s Pizza Pasta and John Dory’s Fish Grill Sushi, and is purifi ed and converted to biodiesel which is then sold on to companies using this type of fuel.

According to CEO Pierre van Tonder, all the oil collected by Envirodiesel is converted into biodiesel.

“Our HQ waste reduction programme, begun in 2010, is running on target. We cut our waste by 55% between 2010 and 2011 and over the past 12 months, reduced it by a further 64%.” m

PlaScon’S PRofESSion EVoluTionPlascon has created the Professional Evolution range; a paint with

no impact on the environment or the people who come into contact with it.

Megan Kronberger says, “Evolution is a great product as it will deliver the same product performance of a Plascon premium

paint, but offers a solvent free and zero VOC green solution. Giving you peace of mind when making your paint selection.”

For interior, residential and commercial application, Professional Evolution is a VOC

and solvent free paint. The range is free of Ammonia, Formaldehyde, Alkylphenol Ethoxylates (APEO) and s Chloroisothiazolinones (CIT) and is

endorsed by the Green Building Council of South Africa and Ecospecifi er verifi ed. m

whaT haPPEnS whEn you REcyclE?The inert PET bottle is a package accepted all over the world

and is completely safe to drink and eat from. It is also lightweight, unbreakable and recyclable.

PET can be identifi ed by a small number 1 on the bottom of a container. This is often displayed inside a triangular mobius or a three-arrow recycling symbol. Alternatively, the letters PET will be stamped into the bottle.

Once the consumer has discarded the PET bottle or container, it is referred to as ‘post-consumer PET’.

Post-consumer PET is collected, baled and delivered to a recycler. In the recycling plant, bottle tops are removed as well as the non-compatible liners or metals often used to line food containers.

They are inspected and sorted by colour, while non-PET containers are removed. The PET products are then granulated into fl akes and undergo multiple hot and cold washes.

These fl akes then go through a fl oatation basin to separate remaining non-PET material before they are dried and extruded into small clear pellets.

The pellets are analysed in a laboratory and then separated into ‘non-food grade’ and ‘food grade’.

While resin identifi ed for production of food grade resin is further assessed in a ‘bottle-to-bottle’ (B2B) laboratory and, when it is cleared for this use, the resin is extruded at 285ºC melting point into B2B PET. m

with it. Megan Kronberger says,

“Evolution is a great product as it will deliver the same product performance of a Plascon premium

paint, but offers a solvent free and zero VOC green solution. Giving you peace of mind when making your paint selection.”

For interior, residential and commercial application, Professional Evolution is a VOC

and solvent free paint. The range is free of Ammonia, Formaldehyde, Alkylphenol Ethoxylates (APEO) and s Chloroisothiazolinones (CIT) and is

endorsed by the Green Building Council of South Africa and Ecospecifi er verifi ed.

The inert PET bottle is a package accepted all over the world

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Information technology can have a positive infl uence on your business. it can contribute to your bottom line, possibly not from an output point of view but certainly by simplifying your life and providing the right tools to get the job done.

Here are seven pitfalls to avoid if you would like to live in harmony with your IT, as opposed to having an unproductive, confrontational and unappreciated relationship.

don’t bother getting to know your business challenges and what tools can be used to solve them. All software and hardware is there to serve only one purpose. Contribute to the bottom line of the business in some shape or form.

Think that iT will solve a business problem. If your primary purpose for purchasing IT is to solve a business problem and you haven’t scrutinised the underlying challenge, you will place an additional layer of complexity on the problem and guess what? It will get worse, not better.

assume that everyone will buy into your vision. In general employees want to get on with what they need to do. Not a bad thing but if they are not actively engaged with their job, the company and its vision, they will be unable to see why this new stuff is any better than the old. The result is low levels of adoption.

don’t bother with change management, who needs it anyway? The most insignifi cant changes within an organisation can bring about catastrophically unexpected long-term results. One of the few assumptions that you can make is that humans don’t like or embrace change and often fi ght against it. What are you going to be changing and what do you need to do to get people on board, to actively embrace the change?

allow everyone to bring their own device to work. While the

concept of bring your own device (BYOD), which I wrote about in a previous column, is on the up and up, you need to put policies and procedures in place to manage the infl ux. A free-for-all is not in your best interest.

let people save stuff on their own hard drive. The critical aspect of data management is storing the right data in the right place, allowing for fi nd-ability. Yes, that’s a real term. It is the ability to fi nd what you want - when you want it. All the data that an employee produces on the job and depending on your environment sometimes after hours too, is yours. Centralise it, back it up and make it available to those who need it.

don’t use social business tools to help you store tacit and explicit knowledge. Social business tools can be very effectively used to allow the recording of knowledge throughout the organisation and introduce new business drivers like collaboration.

assume that everyone in your organisation loves you and would not for a second think of stealing your valuable information. They don’t necessarily love you and the rest is self-explanatory.

Think that you have enough bandwidth. You don’t. It’s cheap. Get more. It makes stuff quicker.

Think that no one uses dropbox, google drive or Microsoft Skydrive to store company data. They do. How are you going to deal with it in a way that serves the organisation?

Believe everything that your iT service provider tells you. Many suppliers are honest and will give you credible advice but by the same token, many are in it for their own commissions and bonuses. Your business is and always will be secondary.

If you actively avoid these pitfalls you should be well on the

way to an IT system that supports your business and not the other way around. m

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GAVIN mOFFAT ([email protected]

or www.twitter.com/gavinmoffat)

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Maybe it’s because p o m p o u s proclamations from radio and television “stars” are the only way they can get people to listen

as they try to outdo each other with their acidic bitterness. Maybe rude but popular people like Simon cowell from american idols and gordon Ramsey from hell’s kitchen feel that their negative power in some way makes the world a better place. i have watched disrespectful and uncouth teenage actors show contempt to the world in general on certain disney channels aimed at children. Twitter and other social media are full of people making nasty – and often unfounded – comments and attacks on others.

This may perhaps be why people who deal

with customers think that rude and

offensive behaviour is acceptable. Well it isn’t, and customers who are treated discourteously will fi ght back.

When we ask people in our seminars who their role models are, and what characteristics they would like to aspire to, the same names always come up: Nelson Mandela, Mother Theresa, Oprah Winfrey, Mahatma Gandhi, and other lesser-known people who have shown compassion and respect for their fellow human beings. They made a positive difference to the world around them, and didn’t need to use their power to abuse and hurt others. They often did challenge the status quo, and championed causes that many did not agree with, but they were above running around calling people names, swearing profusely, and showing disrespect by thinking that the world was made for them.

The opposite of bad manners is to give our customers a positive and pleasurable experience, and to bring a smile to their faces. I was recently on a fl ight when somehow one of the hostesses discovered that I also write books. She asked if I was happy to donate one to give to fellow passengers, and then announced the competition. The passenger that correctly guessed how many squares of toilet paper it took from the front of the aeroplane to the back would win, and we all had a good laugh as she walked down the aisle unfurling a roll from the loo. (The answer

is 176, but everyone left the plane in a really good mood.)

A new Muchacho’s Chicken opened in Norwood recently, and the friendly and responsive cashier gave me a R50 airtime voucher just because I spent more than R200. (The chicken was also delicious.) A beautiful young lady sidled up to me outside an ice-cream shop and asked: “Sir, would you like a Chilly Willy?” I was a bit taken aback until she explained that it was sweet chocolate ice cream with chillies in it. Delicious again. A security guard at Campbell House Conference Centre in Johannesburg insisted that I should relax while he carried all of my equipment from the car to the meeting room. A young lady at the reception of Gallagher Estate sewed my ripped suit pants in about fi ve minutes when she heard that I was looking for a stapler to fi x them – just before I was due to speak to a huge audience.

These are all people who made a difference to other people in their lives, and there is never an excuse to use power to hurt others. As the Dalai Lama of Tibet responded when he was once asked what the purpose of life was: “The purpose of life is to help others. And if you cannot help them, will you at least please not hurt them?”

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I’m not sure how it came about, but bad manners seem to have become fashionable these days.

Good manners go a long way

AKI KALLIATAKIS is the Managing Partner of The Leadership LaunchPad, a company dedicated to helping clients become more

customer driven. He can be contacted at (011) 640 3958, or via the website at www.DelightYourCustomers.co.za .) Follow him on Twitter

at @AkiKalliatakis or Leadership LaunchPad

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Get into the swing of 2013 with this season’s selection of ‘needful things’.

Office Lifestyles

1. TiME By TiMBERlandVersatile enough to take you through the week and into an active weekend, the Timberland Watch Collection is sturdy, yet stylish enough to handle all your adventures on land and water.

2. kodak ScanMaTE i920 This compact scanner saves desk space and time by automating repetitive tasks, creates crisp, clear images and easily readable text on the fi rst scan, and saves important business documents into your information network in an instant.

3. STaTic-STick MEMo noTESFrom post-it size for your desk to A1 size in the boardroom, African Filing delivers innovative static notes that stick to just about anything – without the glue.

4. dE’longhi fully auToMaTic coffEE MachinE

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6. SolaR cEllPhonE caR chaRgERAutozone presents their latest offering, a solar charged Bluetooth cellphone hands-free kit that requires no installation, no wiring and can be easily moved from one vehicle to another. It uses one single-button operation to answer and make calls.

7. clEan, gREEn filTEREd waTERVerbatim are the distributors in South Africa of Japan’s number one water fi ltration system, Cleansui. The Cleansui system removes microparticles and bacteria while retaining the benefi cial nutrients and minerals within the water, with purifi ers distributed in the form of jugs, countertop units, tap mounted units and under sink mounted systems.

8. PixMa all-in-onE PRinTERCanon delivers the perfect home photo printer, scanner and copier. Software lets you organise and print your photos via the internet and from your smartphone or tablet device or with full HD Movie Print. You can even make t-shirt transfers when using Canon creative papers.

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Office stationery plays an important role in every office as office supplies are purchased to assist a business in the smooth day to day running.

How to order stationery

Offi ce supplies may include printing material, stationery and computer related items and can carry quite a costly price tag.

Therefore care should be taken when ordering stationery.

gET To know youR BRandSSome brands are just simply preferred.

The best way to get to know which pen hardly leaks compared to the one whose ink never seems to run out, is to ask questions. Staff at a company will gladly let you know which brand they prefer.

Another option would be to test drive different brands yourself and make a note of the ones you prefer.

don’T Run ouTAny employee relegated with the task

of ordering offi ce supplies, should make sure that the current stock of supplies does not run out due to negligence on their part. If printing items such as envelopes or company letterheads are not ordered in time, it may well lead

to problems, since dispatching of letters to customers will have to be

delayed.

don’T SacRificE QualiTy foR PRicEThe ordering of substandard product

could save the company money in the short-term and see you get you a pat on the back from the accountant but ordering a cheap product means you will probably get a substandard product that leaks or breaks, dries out or doesn’t work at all.

BE PREciSEWhen ordering offi ce supplies, clear

and exact details of the required products should be given to the supplier. It is not professional to telephone a supplier and ask him to bring “two boxes of invoice books like those ordered last time”. The supplier has so many clients that it is impossible to remember what was ordered before. The danger here lies in the possibility that a guess will be made and the wrong product will be delivered.

Instead of being vague when ordering offi ce supplies, the size, color and any other details should be specifi ed in a written order. This will avoid any unnecessary mistakes due to misunderstandings.

coVER youRSElfEvery request form for offi ce stationery

should be authorised by the offi ce manager, who should also oversee that offi ce staff is carrying out their duties effi ciently.

oRdERing Ordering offi ce supplies can either be

done through an order form, through a letter or over the telephone. Some suppliers use catalogue numbers and when this system is used, a lot of time and work is saved. When this system is used, it is possible for the supplier’s staff to quickly fi ll.

PRoducTSWhen ordering large offi ce products

chose a reputable company that also offers after sales service. You don’t want t o buy a fancy printer, and in an emergency have to wait for the ink to arrive from foreign shores.

dEliVERyMost suppliers offer a ‘Free Delivery’

service but remember not to take advantage. To forget to order one pen and then have that dropped off in a separate delivery is careless and wasteful. Suppliers are also trying to run their business and would, like anyone, appreciate the curtesy. m

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nEw-iSMAs consumers lust for ever more exciting, new, interesting, niche, perfect and custom products in 2013, we will see the spread of new local manufacturing technologies such as 3D-printing and make-on-demand in manufacturing sectors in established markets. Along with these savvy, demanding customers we will see the industry focusing on the value of customer data to business and a proactive approach to brand delivery to shoppers as the fl ow is reversed. Along with rising labour costs in China, there will also be a return to ‘local is lekker’ products. Playing an integral role in this will be a proliferation of niche social networks already seen with Instagram, Pinterest and Vimeo. Expect to see more custom networks that use Facebook’s login mechanism as a gateway to smaller, more focused social networks.

Signs of the Times

A brief overview of some of the emerging trends for business and consumers leading into the year 2013.

Signs

A brief overview of some of the emerging trends for business

MoBilE dEVicESMobile devices will rule in 2013, as consumers use them to maximise their every moment, be it experiences, purchases or communications. Gartner Inc. predicts that by 2013 mobile phones will overtake PCs as the most common Web access device worldwide and that by 2015 over 80% of the handsets sold in mature markets will be smartphones, allowing consumption to occur anywhere, anytime, along with the tools and resources to create and capture value being more broadly distributed too.

QR codESConsumers will have started to see Quick Response Codes everywhere, from billboards to magazine advertising. Expect to see an almost universal adoption of these as they become an important part of every company’s mobile marketing strategy and as an engagement marketing tool. Services will continue to emerge that will enable customers to send QR code-based discounts and messages to friends via text messages and social networks.

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MaRkET linES MERgEThe power of the internet and social media is allowing B2B and B2C customers to go direct into more industries, especially professional services. Along with new generations and the increasing power of the digital platform, social generations are reshaping companies from the inside, creating wider networks to create and deliver value to customers. As communications and marketing moves from a focus on one-to-one relationships to many-to-many, non-technology businesses will need to capitalise on these opportunities, with a strong online presence vital to their continued growth.

Pay iT foRwaRdPayment methods for businesses have been dominated by a handful of providers until now, requiring a network of merchant accounts, terminal providers and accompanying fees just to accept the most popular credit cards. A payment revolution is on its way, headed by services such as iZettle recently launched in the UK which allows businesses to take secure payments anywhere and everywhere via iphone, iPad or Android, where businesses pay nothing upfront and get a free mobile website for life. This combined with the growth of mobile wallets on smartphones and alerts to users of sales, offers and deals could spark a revolution for market stalls, events, pop-up shops, restaurants and delivery services and see more businesses requiring mobile compliant sites for phones and tablets.

3d TEchnology3D-printing has been used by designers and engineers for years, now with falling technology costs we will begin to see designers, start-ups and small businesses able to offer custom, small-scale production runs. A must-have new gadget in the home, it is also likely to stimulate creativity in a new generation of emerging designers and products, with growth in 3D smart phone apps and communities gaining momentum. Internet television will also support rapid growth in internet useage with services such as Google and Apple TV bringing services into homes along with 4k TV – an HDTV experience four times the resolution of current sets that will grow interactivity and bring data and information ever closer to the customer.

Big daTa PRocESSingBig Data is moving from a focus on individual projects to an infl uence on enterprises’ strategic information architecture. Dealing with data volume, variety, velocity and complexity it is forcing changes to many traditional approaches. This realisation is leading organisations to abandon the concept of a single enterprise data warehouse containing all information needed for decisions. Instead they are moving towards multiple systems, including content management, data warehouses, data marts and specialised fi le systems tied together with data services and metadata, which will become the “logical” enterprise data warehouse. (gartner.com)

hEalTh-cEnTRiciTyWith a rising consumer awareness of the role of a healthy diet, many brands will refl ect their anti-ageing, and health related properties in their marketing. Along with gluten-free, lactose-free, MSG-free labelled products, we will also see advances in quality and availability of whole range products, meat-free lines and innovative vegetarian foods and those claiming no-fat, no-sugar and salt-free alternatives, with many companies switching to “additive-/preservative-free” positionings, with the use of GM-free claims also growing in popularity. m

TRanSPaREncyBrands will be required to stand behind their product promises, both showing and proving that they have nothing to hide. As the world moves towards a more sustainable and socially-responsible future, companies will have to pro-actively provide evidence of their ethical and environmental credentials. For example, 69% of US consumers said they are more likely to buy from a brand that talks publicly about its CSR results, versus the 31% who would purchase from a brand that talks about its CSR mission and purpose and only 44% of Americans trust companies’ green claims (Source: Cone Inc., March 2012).

daTa SEcuRiTyThe personal cloud will gradually replace the PC as the location where individuals keep their personal content, access their services and personal preferences and center their digital lives. With social networks already part of the mainstream, there will be an increased consumer focus on privacy and protecting their personal data. Businesses managing technology, especially those using ‘the cloud’ will need to be alert when storing, using and securing personal data to avoid a public backlash and potential legal agreements. Already there is an increasing trend for ‘self-reporting’ to reassure consumers.

incEnTiViSing ThE woRkfoRcEPrior to the economic downturn, business recruited and incentivised staff with a combination of salary, bonuses and share options. As equity prices continue to drop, companies will need to relook at the structuring of incentive schemes so that they regain their place as a staff motivator, in order to retain top-class staff.

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Plan your resourcesEnterprise resource planning (ERP) systems integrate internal and external management information across an entire organisation, embracing finance/accounting, manufacturing, sales and service, customer relationship management, etc.

ERP systems automate these activities with an integrated software application. The purpose of ERP is to facilitate the flow of information between all business functions inside the boundaries of the organisation and manage the connections to outside stakeholders.

ERP systems can run on a variety of computer hardware and network configurations, typically employing a database as a repository for information.

ERP SofTwaRE ModulESERP software consists of many enterprise software modules that

are individually purchased, based on what best meets the specific needs and technical capabilities of the organisation. Each ERP module is focused on one area of business processes, such as product development or marketing. Some of the more common ERP modules include those for product planning, material purchasing, inventory control, distribution, accounting, marketing, finance and HR. As the ERP methodology has become more popular, software applications have emerged to help business managers implement ERP in other business activities and also incorporate modules for CRM and business intelligence - and present them as a single unified package. The basic goal is to provide one central repository for all information that is shared by all the various ERP facets in order to smooth the flow of data across the organisation.

ERP VEndoRSDepending on your organisation’s size and needs there are a

number of enterprise resource planning software vendors to choose from in the large enterprise, midmarket and small business ERP markets.

laRgE EnTERPRiSE ERP The ERP market for large enterprises is dominated

by three companies: SAP, Oracle and Microsoft. (Source: EnterpriseAppsToday; Enterprise ERP Buyer’s Guide: SAP, Oracle and Microsoft; Drew Robb)

MidMaRkET ERP (ERP TiER ii)For the midmarket vendors include Infor, QAD, Lawson, Epicor,

Sage and IFS. (Source: EnterpriseAppsToday; Midmarket ERP Buyer’s Guide; Drew Robb)

SMall BuSinESS ERP (ERP TiER iii)Exact Globe, Syspro, NetSuite, Visibility, Consona, CDC

Software and Activant Solutions round out the ERP vendors for small businesses. (Source: EnterpriseAppsToday; ERP Buyer’s Guide for Small Businesses; Drew Robb)

For the past few years, ERP systems have become one of the most powerful tools for quality control management. The important characteristics of quality control management include customer-

driven quality, top management leadership and commitment, continuous improvement, fast response, actions based on facts, employee participation and a quality management culture.

For example, SAP ERP redefines enterprise resource planning, delivering role-based access to crucial data, applications, and analytical tools.

In the arena of operations, SAP ERP manages end-to-end procurement and logistics business processes for complete business cycles – from self-service requisitioning to flexible invoicing and payment – optimising the flow of materials.

Another example of efficient ERP is XEROX’s ScanFlowStore which helps simply and efficiently create digital archives by scanning documents directly to a destination from a Xerox multifunction device. m

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gRiP & goConsol Glass has launched a new product to the market, the Grip & Go multi-purpose glass bottle. Consol’s solution to keeping

water, freshly squeezed juices or milk drinks tasting exactly

as they were intended - fresh and delicious - the funky 500ml

glass bottle is perfect for everyday use. Fitted with a shiny silver twist off

lid, a subtle addition of colour has been added through a trim that co-ordinates with the

silicone grip; the bottles are as functional as they are good looking. Glass does not deteriorate, corrode, stain or fade so the Grip & Go will retain its good looks.

My JaRBe it for a teacher, sports coach, family, or friends, a Consol My Jar ticks all the boxes when it comes to a creative, cost-effective gift choice. The Consol My Jar comes standard with a chalk board and chalk, perfect for labelling the jar contents or for creating a special message. Ideal for nuts, preserves, sweet treats and cookies, the jars make a real statement and regardless of their contents, they never fail to delight.

woolwoRThSWoolworths has a catalogue of the Back to School and Home Office stationery available at its stores. The range includes staple items such as school notebooks, pens, pencils and filing solutions, while the stationery range available for the kids include wax crayons. Woolworths also has an eco-offering of pens, pencil crayons and notebooks not to mention adult notebooks and yearly diaries as part of the company’s Good Business Journey where products are produced from a sustainable and certified source, undergo a chlorine-free bleaching process or are produced from recycled materials

“If there were no schools to take

the children away from home

part of the time, insane asylums

would be filled with mothers.”

- Edgar W. Howe. That said, here

are a few samplers to get little

one’s eager for their school day.

ExcluSiVE BookSExclusive Books is the place to get unique school books and stationary supplies with their Back To School promotion. The distinctive range on offer includes colourful stationary and educational items from Melissa & Doug, Lamy pens, Crayola, gorgeous Legami journals, electronic dictionary bookmark and bestseller magic mushroom eraser with pencil sharpener. School books for the school syllabus such as the Oxford Dictionary in English and Afrikaans, workbooks for various subjects and the Shutter-Macmillan Atlas is also in stock.

oTc PhaRMa OTC Pharma supplies a range of internationally trusted homeopathic products. The school kit comprises of products such as Marcus Rohrer Spirulina (immune boosting multi nutrient for general wellbeing and improved concentration); Spatone (liquid iron supplement); Picksan NoLice! (preventative spray) & Lice Stop (lice shampoo); Rescue Select (stress and anxiety relief); Bye Wart (pain free wart removal); Bye Mouth Ulcer (most mouth ulcers are experience by children); Cetralin cough syrup; Similasan Sore Throat Relief; Similasan Sinus Relief; Similasan Computer Eyes Relief and Similasan Ear ache Relief. m

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It is a luxury that small business owners simply do not have and yet there are a wide variety of technological tools at their disposal.But remember, a productive offi ce is an effi cient offi ce and this is also vital for business. if your staff are lack-lustre and lazy then your business profi ts will be too. Maintaining order and effi ciency in

your offi ce is vitally important.

HP recently released its tips on using technology more effi ciently.

PRoVidE ThE RighT ToolSYour staff are only ever as good as the tools

that you provide them with. If you simply give them basic computers that take a long time to load, then you will fi nd that productivity drops, ie waiting for something to load means that staff will become distracted and be more likely to distract one another too.

conSolidaTE you calEndaRMake use of an electronic calendar and consolidate everything you do into one calendar that you have access to from anywhere. If you use Microsoft Outlook for e-mail, you already have a great calendar; complete with to-do lists and appointment reminders that show up on your right pane anytime you’re checking e-mail. Better yet, your calendar is available on the web from anywhere.

go wiRElESSIf your offi ce is not already wireless, consider making the switch. Not only will this allow you to print to the closest printer no matter where you are in the offi ce, your clients will appreciate the ability to get online while in your offi ce for meetings.

digiTal SToRagEYour small business needs the ability to scan. By scanning and storing fi les securely on a server that is regularly backed up, you can eliminate the need to pay for fi le storage space. This will also help make your small business more mobile. Consider automating any forms you use and transferring customer paperwork to your company website.

filE ShaRing SofTwaREMany secure, cloud-based solutions are now available to make collaboration easy. Consider a cloud-based solution, which automatically backs up your fi les to a central server that allows your team to always access the latest version of all fi les.

cREaTE a coMfoRTaBlE EnViRonMEnTStaff work better in an environment where they are comfortable. Comfort is related to job satisfaction and this in turn is related to effi ciency. Providing your staff with decent chairs is an important step, but comfort is more about attitude.

Providing extra amenities like a proper coffee machine and access to snacks will also greatly improve people’s comfort and provide them with the right tools for work.

TRain youR STaffWhilst your staff may have been doing the same thing for years, offering them training is important. Those staff members that receive training are shown to have a better work ethic because they feel more valued and this makes them more effi cient. m

Unfortunately large businesses have something smaller companies don’t – a full team to organise every aspect of daily operations.

Synergistic workflows

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Global first: China moves into printer market with PantumPartnering with leading local distributor Kolok, Pantum’s

Mono Laser P2000 Series brings a lifespan of 100 000 prints at the ‘best cost per page’ in the industry - and a

first from a country set to make its mark in the printing arena.

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In the overall scheme of high-tech developments, the printer – even as a vital part of the computing function – rarely makes headline news, says Robert liang, sales director of Pantum, the brand that is making waves as the fi rst chinese designed and manufactured printer to market.

“Pantum began development in 2006 and has spent some US$200 million on research and development to date, launching the P2000 series in October 2011 in Europe, Canada, the USA, India, Russia, Australia and Israel,” says Liang, adding that the company is aiming to achieve 5% of the global market by 2015, having already achieved that in the Chinese laser market.

Allan Thompson, managing director of Bidvest-owned Kolok, says that he is excited about the partnership with Pantum and that testing on the robust new printer has impressed: “The cost saving per page exceeds anything we have seen in this market sector and while the range comes in a variety of stylish colours, it’s a tough, compact printer that Kolok is happy to stake its reputation on.”

“Before we take on products for distribution to resellers, we have to be sure we want to put our name to the partnership with the OEM” says Thompson. Liang adds that Pantum’s own testing shows a 0.3% failure rate in the 200 000 P2000s currently in operation in China. “This is exceptional, We are also happy to note that a paper jam is something that may occur only once in every 30 000 pages.”

With a high capacity cartridge and low cost of ownership, the range is also ideal for larger companies that would ordinarily spend huge amounts on hiring or paying off printers. “These machines are so competitively priced,” says Thompson, “that large companies can afford to install several Pantums and enjoy cost effi ciency across all departments.”

Run from the Windows platform with 8MB of memory, the printer sets itself apart from others in its class with its sturdy metal interior and a solid steel roller bar instead of the more commonly used plastic bar and hard rubber rollers. “The past connotations that ‘Made in China’ used to bring has changed, particularly over the past fi ve years,” says Liang. “Pantum has put a lot of money into research and development and is aiming to ensure the global market sees the quality and competitive pricing that

Specifications:

PRINTING

Technology Monochrome LaserPrint speed (ppm) 20ppm (A4) / 21 ppm

(Letter)First print out time Less than 10 secondsResolution (dpi) 600×600dpi (can be

increased to 1200×600 dpi)Printer language GDIDuplex Mode Manual

PAPER

Automatic paper tray:Media type Plain, Pre-printedMedia size Letter, A4, A5, A6, JISB5,

ISOB5, B6, Executive, Statement, Folio, Ofi cio, Legal, Big 16k, 32k, 16k, Big 32k, Custom (105mm ×148mm to 216mm×356mm, 4.1’’×5.8’’ to 8.6’’×14.2’’ )

Media weight 60-105g/m² (16lb bond~28lb bond)

Paper input 150pages (standard paper 80g/m² (20lb bond))

Paper output 100pages (standard paper 80g/m² (20lb bond))

Allan Thompson, managing director of Bidvest-owned Kolok, says that he is excited about the partnership with Pantum and that testing on the robust

Specifications:Allan Thompson, managing director

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can come from a concerted effort to focus on product sturdiness, meeting customer requirements and service excellence from distributors.”

Liang says that China has a developed a “good and growing relationship with the South African market”, with some $25-billion in trade between the two countries. “China has stepped up its game and is focused on producing world class products, particularly in the computer and peripherals sector.”

Says Thompson: “At this stage, we are offering the monochrome range which delivers 20 pages per minute (ppm). By January 2013 Pantum will have a 30ppm range and the 5000 Series will arrive by July giving users the scan, copy and print options in one.”

Resellers and end users can also look forward to the 4-in-one – which includes fax capabilities – in 2013, along with colour printers by the end of that year. “The key to Pantum’s success in our market will be the combination of quality and cost,” says Thompson.

“Pantum is very aware that the growing business market here is looking at both sustainability and products that make sense in a changing economy. In developing a range of printers built to ensure business effi ciency and strength over the long haul, the company has come up with a combination of muscle and cost competency designed to give business owners peace of mind.”

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Liang says that as the only Chinese company to create a printer, Pantum

looked closely as the IT industry and at printers in particular. “The three key areas we looked at in IT were laptops, tablets and printers. While the fi rst two are burgeoning, the third is a market that has been relatively quiet for 30 or 40 years. Certainly there have been additions to the printer and combinations that make business sense, but there has not been the change and excitement one sees in the rest of the industry.

Pantum aims to change that.”

MANUAL FEED SLOT

Media type Plain, Pre-printed, Recycled, Transparency, Card stock, Label, Envelope, Kraft paper

Media size 75mm×148mm to 216mm×356mm (3’’×5.8’’ to 8.6’’×14.2’’)

Media weight 60-163g/m² (16lb bond~43lb bond)

Paper input 1 Page

GENERAL

Dimensions(W*D*H) 380mm × 260mm × 236 mmDisplay screen NOWeight (with cartridge) 6.1 kg (13.4lbs)Weight (w/o cartridges) 5.3 kg (11.7lbs)

POWER CONSUMPTION

Printing: Average 350W Sleep Mode Less than 6 W

Operating system compatibility Windows 2000/XP (32bit/64bit); Vista (32bit/64bit); 7(32bit/64bit); Server 2003 (32bit/64bit); Server 2008 (32bit/64bit)

Connectivity USB2.0 Full-SpeedProcessor 64MHzMemory 8MB

Consumable*

Starter: 700 Pages Standard capacity: 1500 Pages High capacity: 2300 Pages

can come from a concerted effort to focus on product sturdiness, meeting customer

“Pantum is very aware that the growing business market here is looking at

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He adds that choosing Kolok as its Southern Africa distributor was a strategic move on Pantum’s part. “Because we have put so much time and capital into the creation of the fi rst Chinese printer, we also needed to create partnerships with distributors around the globe who refl ect the quality of our products. We chose Kolok in South Africa based on its experience in the fi eld their exemplary track record.”

Thompson says the partnership will see Kolok’s national network of seven operational facilities able to deal with any Pantum queries and issues immediately. “As with any brand we take on, Kolok has to have 100% faith in the product in order to back it up 100%.”

“While some OEMs have allowed the printer to be seen as a ‘throw away’ item due to pricing structures of the machines and cartridges, the Pantum series is refreshing in the way it has ensured a machine that offers longevity with cartridges that fi t SMMEs’ budgets. We are more than happy to put the Kolok name to the partnership and give our resellers the assurance our reputation carries.”

“This is not a ‘quick buck’ market,” says Liang. “Pantum products will adhere to the highest standards in printing and continue to answer a call from the market for machines that are built to last. With their low carbon footprint, less waste toner residue and low ozone emissions, Pantum printers are also designed with environmental protection in mind.”

Available in a range of four colours, the machines give resellers a new and exciting avenue in printing options

for end users. “Ultimately,” says Thompson, “the end user is who we want to impress, with effi ciency and cost. Kolok believes the Pantum will do that in both the short and the long term.”

aBouT kolokKolok, a member of the Bidvest group since 1997, is the leading distributor of printer and computer supplies for international and local brands. Kolok’s rich heritage from its early inception as Pelikan Products in 1966 sees a continuous growth in vendor representation with an increasing product range.

conTacT:Esna-May Hattingh - Hardware Manager – [email protected]

aBouT PanTuMPantum is a young and vigorous printer brand aiming to provide global printer users with reliable, affordable and environmental friendly printing solutions and services. Pantum’s product line is focused on providing printing solutions for both consumer market and business market with single function laser printers, MFPs and colour laser printers. Pantum’s new product development will follow market trends and customer needs to become the one-stop printing solution provider. m

For more information, visit www.pantum.com

whaT’S in ThE Box?• Printer• Toner Cartridge• USB Interface Cable• Power Cord• CD-ROM• Quick Setup Guide

*Average yield per toner cartridge in accordance with ISO/IEC 19752NOTE: Product specifi cations listed here are for reference only and are subject to change without prior notice.

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The reception area is expected to refl ect the organisational culture of the company and according to adam wasilewski of wdesignlab, reception areas are the space that is mostly

overlooked in the offi ce design.

The points below are a framework of the most common offi ce reception mistakes. Following these simple points will not only improve your employee’s effi ciency, but also the fi rst impression visitors have of your business and your workplace. There are many other considerations that make for proper offi ce design and the best possible way of getting a good return on your investment is to hire an experienced design professional.

Plan To haVE a REcEPTion aREa Not having a reception is mistake

number one, says Wasilewski. Have you ever had a meeting at an offi ce where you’ve never been before, and

when you walked in you found yourself in the middle of all the employees with all of their work suddenly paused while they stared at you blankly? I have, and it makes a negative fi rst impression. Plan to have a conspicuous reception area and staff it with a pleasant and informative individual who will keep your other employees from getting interrupted.

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Place it at the entrance so that it is the fi rst place a visitor will head. There is no point in having a reception area if visitors fi nd it easier to interrupt other staff.

lighTing in ThE REcEPTion aREaNot just mistake number three but the

most common mistake is lighting, while the most overlooked detail is lighting colour. “Have you ever walked into an offi ce where the light makes everything look distasteful or sickly?”

Typical bulbs will be anywhere from 2500 - 7500 Kelvin, where 2500 is warm and yellow, and 7500 is cold and blue. A cold, blue light will make skin and even food look unpleasant so stick to between 3500-4500 Kelvin.

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This is very important to the offi ce visitor, and how they perceive your business. This mistake takes two forms: not having anywhere to sit, and art chairs.

If there is nowhere to sit, your visitors will be left to either stand around or pace in your reception hall. Either option is uncomfortable and does not project a welcoming atmosphere. And by ‘art chairs’ I am referring a phenomenon most commonly seen in design offi ces and offi ce designs created by those fi rms. Make sure your reception seating can actually be sat on and that it is comfortable and natural to sit in.

oPEn VS. cloSEd REcEPTion dESkSIf you are genuinely concerned that

offi ce visitors may attack your receptionist, then having a closed reception desk with a sliding window or slot is perfectly reasonable.

Otherwise, it’s mistake number fi ve. It tells your visitors that you assume they are undesirable, dangerous or otherwise untrustworthy. They are most commonly found in hospitals and police stations – enough said! m

The reception

- the frontline of your company

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company – the shop window. This is possibly the first

impression your company will make

on any visitor.


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Air fresheners are useful to those who smoke, those who have pets and are even rumoured to banish odours from fabrics and carpets.

Constant research and development have given the consumer various option when

choosing an air freshener and as we know, consumers like choices.

The benefi ts of air fresheners include much more than just fresh smelling air. The full list of benefi ts depends on the type of air freshener chosen. For instance, if you go with a commercial air freshener, you would enjoy a variety of fragrances that can help mask foul odours. This kind of variety makes commercial products popular and convenient. In addition, commercial products are generally inexpensive.

If you choose a metered or programmable air freshener system, then the benefi ts include elimination of odour as well as the no-hassle operation. For many people, being able to turn the air freshener system on and then walking away makes it a popular choice. You will also fi nd air fresheners that do not mask odour but actually eliminate them. In this case, you do not end up with an unpleasant odour mingling with the fragrance of the air freshener.

You will also fi nd air fresheners designed to kill germs, viruses, and micro-organisms or go with natural aromatherapy fragrances, which also produce a wonderful scent while offering healing benefi ts. For instance, jasmine helps stimulate while reducing depression, lavender is known to ease headaches, nausea, and insomnia, and cinnamon is an appetite suppresser while also calming the nerves.

SPRayThe fi rst and still the most popular type of air freshener is the spray. These sprays are made to cover up stenches by either neutralising the smell or even sanitising the room.

Plug-inSPlug-ins were fi rst introduced by Glade and of course when one company’s product is a success, many competitors will jump on the band wagon. These smell-neutralising options were a roaring success as they simply plug into an electrical socket and omit a constant wave of fragrant scents.

gElGel is a jelly like substance that contains a scent. The gels are commonly used in toilet bowls and as the water fl ushes over the gel, the scent is released.

PoTPouRRiPerhaps the most old fashioned and probably the most environmentally friendly option is potpourri. Potpourri also purports to be great for those that fall victim to allergies or headaches as it is made up dried fragrant natural materials, such as rose petals.

ScEnTEd candlESScented candles have also cut themselves a piece of the air freshener market pie. As the perfumed wax melts, a scent is released into the atmosphere.

oThER oPTionSManufacturers are constantly turning out innovative products to freshen air. Fabreze’s ScentStories, for example, is an innovative product that freshens the air by using discs that play in a player. m

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Achoosing an air freshener and as we know, consumers like choices.

The benefi ts of air fresheners include much more than just fresh smelling air. The full list of benefi ts depends on the type of air freshener chosen. For instance, if you go with a commercial air freshener, you would enjoy a variety of fragrances that can help mask foul odours. This kind of variety makes commercial products popular and convenient. In addition, commercial products are generally inexpensive.

If you choose a metered or programmable air freshener system, then the benefi ts include elimination of odour as well as the no-hassle operation. For many people, being able to turn the air freshener system on and then walking away makes it a popular choice. You will also fi nd air fresheners that do not mask odour but actually eliminate them. In this case, you do not end up with an unpleasant odour mingling with the fragrance of the air freshener.

You will also fi nd air fresheners designed to kill germs, viruses, and micro-organisms or go with natural aromatherapy fragrances, which also produce a wonderful scent while offering healing benefi ts. For instance, jasmine helps stimulate while reducing depression, lavender is known to ease headaches, nausea, and insomnia, and cinnamon is an appetite suppresser while also calming the nerves.

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However, it is important to remember that the new year isn’t meant to serve as a catalyst for sweeping c h a r a c t e r c h a n g e s ,

according to the american Psychological association (aPa). it is a time for people to refl ect on their past year’s behaviour and promise to make positive lifestyle changes.

“Setting small, attainable goals throughout the year, instead of a singular, overwhelming goal on 1 January can help you reach whatever it is you strive for,” says psychologist Lynn Bufka, PhD.

“Remember, it is not the extent of the change that matters, but rather the act of recognising that lifestyle change is important and working toward it, one step at a time.”

By making your resolutions realistic, there is a greater chance that you will keep them throughout the year, incorporating healthy behaviour into your everyday life.

Lose weight? Start exercising? Stop smoking? It can be daunting when your list of New Year’s resolutions is as long as your holiday shopping list. In addition to the post-holiday slump, not being able to keep your resolutions by February, March or even late January may increase your anxiety.

APA OFFERS THESE TIPS WHEN THINKING ABOUT A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION:

START SMALL Make resolutions that you think you can keep. If, for example, your aim is to exercise more frequently,

schedule three or four days a week at the gym instead of seven. If you would like to eat healthier,

try replacing dessert with something else you enjoy, like fruit or yogurt, instead of seeing

your diet as a form of punishment.

CHANGE ONE BEHAVIOUR AT A TIMEUnhealthy behaviours develop over the course

of time. Thus, replacing unhealthy behaviours with healthy ones requires time. Don’t get overwhelmed and think that you have to reassess everything in your life. Instead, work toward changing one thing at a time.

TALK ABOUT ITShare your experiences with family and friends. Consider joining a support group to reach your goals, such as a workout class at your gym or a group of co-workers quitting smoking. Having someone to share your struggles and successes with makes your journey to a healthier lifestyle that much easier and less intimidating.

DON’T BEAT YOURSELF UPPerfection is unattainable. Remember that minor missteps when reaching your goals are completely normal and okay. Don’t give up completely because you ate a brownie and broke your diet, or skipped the gym for a week because you were busy. Everyone has ups and downs; resolve to recover from your mistakes and get back on track.

ASK FOR SUPPORTAccepting help from those who care about you and will listen strengthens your resilience and ability to manage stress caused by your resolution. If you feel overwhelmed or unable to meet your goals on your own, consider seeking professional help. Psychologists are uniquely trained to understand the connection between the mind and body. They can offer strategies as to how to adjust your goals so that they are attainable, as well as help you change unhealthy behaviours and address emotional issues.

post-holiday slump, not being able to keep your resolutions by February, March or even late January may increase your

Make resolutions that you think you can keep. If, for example, your aim is to exercise more frequently,

schedule three or four days a week at the gym instead of seven. If you would like to eat healthier,

try replacing dessert with something else you enjoy, like fruit or yogurt, instead of seeing

your diet as a form of punishment.

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Buy onlinEThe internet marketplace has changed how business is done.

Within no time, behind your personal computer, you can search the web for a variety of products at the lowest price possible. There are sites geared at helping students fi nd the books for their curriculum.

Locally, Red Pepper Books, Juta Online and Armstrong’s are some of the top suggestions that come up. Internationally, DirectTextbook.com and Amazon are the favourites.

A warning though to those purchasing online: Carefully examine any seller’s description and pictures of the textbooks. It would be disastrous to end up with a photocopied black and white version of the book you thought you were purchasing, not to mention highly illegal.

SEll Back laST yEaR’S BookSA lot of book stores offer buy back credit – if you sell them

the books you bought a year ago, the store will give you a store credit greater than their normal cash pay-out in order to keep your business next semester.

ShaRing Make friends with someone in your class and share a book.

The main problem here would be the parental rights. Who gets it when and for how many days?

www.educatedbooks.co.za is a new and dynamic South African online second-hand book exchange aimed at helping students across the country to buy and sell their used textbooks. “For the cost conscious ones this site is just what you have been praying for,” states the website. All books are advertised on the site for free and students are able to sell books that might have been eliminated from their institution’s curriculum to students at other institutions that still use those books.

www.kwango.co.za claims that it is great site where South africa’s new, secondhand and used books can be traded. “You can sell your secondhand books and earn money directly into your account.”

Most importantly, once you have purchased your books, take care of them when using, storing or transporting them and your text books will see a greater lifespan and return on your investment. m

Back to book-buying basics

The internet marketplace has changed how business is done. Within no time, behind your personal computer, you can search the web for a variety of products at the lowest price possible. There are sites geared at helping students fi nd the books for their

Locally, Red Pepper Books, Juta Online and Armstrong’s are some of the top suggestions that come up. Internationally,

A warning though to those purchasing online: Carefully www.educatedbooks.co.za is a new and dynamic South

buying basicsbuying basicsIt’s back to school time again and we all know what that means: it is round about this time that we all have to empty our pockets to buy this semester’s textbooks.

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ReviewToya Delazy continues to blaze a trail toward the top of the SA pop landscape with the release of Heart, the fourth single from her acclaimed debut album Due Drop. Delazy’s debut album, originally released in April 2012 was highly praised by both critics and fans alike and released as a Deluxe Version toward the end of 2012. Due Drop Deluxe is a two disc set that includes a bonus DVD with all four singles videos: Pump It On, Love Is In The Air, Are You Gonna Stay? and Heart, plus the behind-the-scenes documentary fi lm shot in 2012 entitled It Takes A Lot To Make A Classic. The original audio disc was expanded to include two new singles, Losing My Love a track completed with producer Justin Denobrega and Viva Party recorded and produced by Pascal & Pearce. The electronic production duo also contributed a banging six minute remix of new single Heart. New artist ClassyMenace remixes Pump It On and Love Is In The Air to complete the package! m

Toya dElaZy DUE DROP

ThE BEST adVicE i EVER goTSIYA MAPOKOThE BEST adVicE i EVER goTSIYA MAPOKO

The Best Advice I Ever Got features insights and elegant ideas from 32 remarkable leaders from the corporate world, the non-profi t sector, academia, international human development experts and international bestselling authors. These leaders bring to the book over 800 years of collective business and leadership experience as the mission for this project was to spread ideas that push South Africans forward.

The Best Advice I Ever Got is packed with nuggets of wisdom for corporate executives on leadership, for managers on how to better manage and develop

their people, for the youth on how to make better choices in life and for government leaders on how to build a stronger, united and more prosperous Africa.

“It gives me great joy to announce the publication of The Best Advice I Ever Got,” says Mapoko. “This is the book I worked on for 15 months.” m

onE foR onEFor every copy sold, the publishers will donate a copy to a young

South African learner.

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hP aidS SEiZuRE of counTERfEiT PRinTing PRoducTS

HP aided the seizure of more than 11 530 counterfeit printing supplies in Malaysia towards the end of 2012, following a successful raid.

The OEM’s Southeast Asia Anti-Counterfeit Programme aided offi ces from the Malaysia Ministry of Domestic Trade, Co-operatives and Consumerism on the raid that is said to have seized more than 719 counterfeit ink cartridges, 3 132 toner cartridges and 7 669 components in producing counterfeit products.

HP Global Brand Protection and Anti-Counterfeiting Property for Original HP Supplies Jeff Kwasny commented, “HP vigorously defends its brand and intellectual property for Original HP supplies by engaging in industry-leading anti-counterfeiting practices to combat the

fraudulent manufacture, distribution and sale of counterfeit HP supplies products.

The total seizure value was approximately $299,421.

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PolygRaPh TESTing diVidES Sa’S EMPloyERS - SuRVEy

A recent survey conducted by South Africa’s top executive search fi rm, Jack Hammer Executive Headhunters, shows that the issue of polygraph or lie detector testing is splitting the country’s blue-chip employers.

While the banking sector generally and fi rmly rejected the veracity of polygraph tests, employees within the insurance, FMCG and retail industries could fi nd themselves wired up and their bodily responses scrutinised for evidence of dishonesty.

Debbie Goodman-Bhyat of Jack Hammer warns that there is currently no legislation covering polygraph testing, which could see some employees on the back foot in a crisis.

Those in the “pro-polygraph” camp point out that these are another weapon in a company’s arsenal if an employee is accused of a serious offence. One respondent from the retail sector indicated

that not only would they subject employees to polygraph tests but also to simultaneous “lifestyle audits” in the case of fi nancial mismanagement charges. Others indicated that such tests are a good way of indicating whether employees share the company’s values and whether they have integrity, especially when handling substantial amounts of money.

The banking sector came down sharply against such tests, with respondents indicating that they rely on stringent recruitment procedures to ensure that only individuals with integrity are hired. Some felt that the tests were “not an exact science” and “irrelevant to a white-collar environment”, while stating a preference for “hard evidence”.

“The old saying, ‘Prevention is better than cure’, is true. Once the crime has been committed, you cannot go back and ‘undo’ it. A polygraph test may help you uncover the guilty party in a crisis but the possible damage to your corporate reputation and staff morale has already been incurred. It is surely better to hire exemplary employees and minimise the chances of crime than to ‘lock the stable door after the horse has bolted’, so to speak.”

There is currently no legislation covering lie detector tests in South Africa, and both the CCMA and courts of law will only consider polygraph evidence in conjunction with other evidence. m

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oBiTuaRy: walTER JuST, 24 July 1921—14 noVEMBER 2012Walter Just was not only a father, grandfather and great-grandfather; he personifi ed Trodat and employees of the company worldwide saw him as a father fi gure.

After he was dismissed from the military in 1944, he joined his parent’s company which had been founded in 1912 by his father, Franz Just. His main duty was to secure storage facilities for the fi nished stamp products in Austria.

At the beginning of 1946, export activities into various European countries had begun and, in spite of great diffi culties, the business started to grow.

Condolences go to his many friends, family and business associates throughout the industry. m

konica donaTES To SaVE ThE RhinoSBidvest company, Konica Minolta South Africa handed over its latest contribution to the World Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) African Rhino Programme, making a donation of R238 300 for the 2012/ 2013 Q1 period.

The company’s agreement with WWF, which was renewed in July 2012 for a period of 12 months, sees it contribute a percentage of every bizhub multifunctional device sold. This amounted to more than R 1million for the previous fi nancial year.

The funds donated go directly to the University of Pretoria’s Veterinary Genetics Laboratory, to assist in the running and further development of RhODIS, a rhino DNA index system. Thus far, the RhODIS system has contributed evidence to more than 400 investigative rhino poaching cases in South Africa. m

anTaliS BRighTEnS uP ThE RoadSThe Antalis fl eet has been given a new look. 15 of the vehicles were completely rebranded including 12 large – 4ton and 6ton - trucks, 1 bakkie and 2 combo type vehicles. The trucks will be spotted on the roads in Bloemfontein, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Johannesburg and Pretoria.

The remainder of the fl eet has also been refreshed with new look and feel decals on the doors. Antalis chose to work with Frantic Visual Communication who printed directly onto the Tarpaulins and, for the decal elements, used the Vutek QS3360 solvent machine fi nishing both the curtains and decals with UV varnish. m

coloP on facEBook The use of “New Media” is not completely new at the worldwide active rubber stamp producer, COLOP, that has been successfully represented on You Tube for several years. The Austrian company has sought the direct contact with their customers on Facebook and hopes to not only to inform customers on its new Facebook company page, but also to get opinions and encourage interaction. m

officE acTiVE wElcoMES nEw MEMBEROffi ce Active would like to extend a warm welcome to its newest member, All about Offi ce, who are based in Moreleta Park in Pretoria. m

officE naTionalPlease be advised that Furniture

Fundeez cc T/As Fundeez Offi ce National is no longer a member of the Offi ce National group. Twin Hill Investments 20 (Pty) Ltd and Bloem Stationery Ithuteng cc T/As Bloempapier Offi ce National are also no longer a member of the Offi ce National group. This is very unfortunate considering that the previous owners of Bloempapier were founding members of the group since joining the group in Nov 2004. They were also a previous winner of the Offi ce National prestigious Dealer of the Year Award in 2009 where they walked away with a new delivery vehicle. m

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Out & About with shop-saKonica donates to save the rhinos

Local Events

shop-sa networking opportunitiesA quick review and preview of member networking events.

shop-sa held its year-end function at the Barnyard Theatre in cresta… and it rocked!!!

shop-sa would like to thank its members, supporters and regional committees for their contributions over the past year.

we are looking forward to a successful 2013 filled with fabulous events nationally.

hope you have had superb festive season and are ready to take on the new year.

ShoP-Sa yEaR-End funcTion

Dion Wired retail launch

Antalis Editor’s Lunch

PNA Suppliers Evening countrywide


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hong kong international Stationery fair7 - 10 January 2013 in hong kong

The Hong Kong International Stationery Fair is one of the region’s most important procurement platforms for offi ce and school articles. The last event in 2012 attracted around 210 exhibitors and over 15 000 visitors. This time the fair was complemented by a new product group for computer accessories. The trade fair for writing utensils, stationery, offi ce supplies and equipment, artists’ and school requisites was launched in Hong Kong under the name Pen & Paper in 1996. In 2001, it was renamed Hong Kong International Stationery Fair and has been held parallel to the Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair since then. The fair is organised by Messe Frankfurt in cooperation with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.

Spielwarenmesse international Toy fair nürnberg30 January – 4 february 2013Expect to network with 2776 exhibitors from 62 countries as you mingle with 76 055 visitors from 120 countries. This year promises 1 million products, including 70,000 new products. Not just an exhibition, it also promises to be informative, with comprehensive knowledge programme including the Toy Fair Special, the Global Toy Conference and the Toy Business Forum. This year a special area at the Central entrance is devoted completely to this generation of games combined with smartphones and tablet PCs.

The Remanexpo 2013 trade show will take place at the Messe Frankfurt Paperworld in hall No.3 from 26th to 29th January 2013.

creativeworld takes place 26 – 29 January at the Messe Frankfurt Exhibition hall and will showcase painting, drawing and tinker paper, assortments for modelling, kneading, decorating, playing and giving, hobby and handicrafts books with appropriate materials, sets and tools, decorations for the table, home and garden, learning and teaching aids, water colours, oil and acrylic paints, brushes, canvases and easels. Visit www.creativeworld.messefrankfurt.com for more.

interplastica 16th international Trade fair Plastics and Rubber 29 January – 1 February 2013, Moscow, Russia. Visit www.interplastica.de

arabplast 2013 11th Arab International Plastics & Rubber Industry Trade show and Conference. January 7 – 10 2013. Dubai International Convention Centre, Dubai.

EurociS - The Leading Trade Fair for Retail Technology. 19 - 21 February 2013, Düsseldorf, Germany.

The Tanzania Trade Show, International Trade Exhibition to be held from 22 - 24 February , 2013 will take place at The Diamond Jubilee Hall, Dar-Es-Salaam. Visit www.growexh.com/tanzaniatradeshow/

Events 2013

uPcoMing daTES:Chinese New Year is on Sunday, 10 February 2013.

Valentine’s Day is on Thursday, 14 February 2013.

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send an email to [email protected] and she will assist

you with your enquiry.

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All new and renewing shop-sa members are required to sign a declaration confi rming that they do not engage in illegal activities, comply with all legal requirements relating to their business and products, and do not deal in grey products.

Join shop-sa now and get:

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mEmBERSHIP RENEWALS Please note that membership renewals are now due and payable.

a big thank you to the following fi rms who have already paid their renewals at the time of going to press:

advance offi ce SuppliesBusiness Systems and consumablescolorpressdeansElite Stationersimaging Resourceskakamas Skryfbehoefteskemtek imaging SystemskV art Materialsleeroy agencies

Martin yale africa (action group)national StationeryPilot Pen (Sa)Pop’s Print and StationeryPowerhouse dictation SystemsPuM BookshopRexel offi ce ProductsSpectra upfrontStatesmen Stationeryw Vos and co

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NEW COLOUR GRIP PENCILSFaber-Castell Colour GRIP and Junior GRIP colour pencils now available in South Africa.

• Non Slip GRIP dots give better grip and control.• Triangular “Easy to GRIP” shape also prevents pencils rolling.• More pigment for smooth, rich colours.• Break resistant leads and superior sharpening.• Eco friendly - made from wood from sustainable forestry.• FSC certified.

NEW GRIP 2001 PENCIL SETSTwo new Faber-Castell Colour GRIP 2001 pencil sets now available in South Africa.

• Set 1 contains: 3 GRIP 2001 HB pencils.• Set 2 contains: 2 GRIP 2001 HB pencils,

sleeve sharpener and a dust free eraser.• Non Slip GRIP dots give better grip and

control.• Triangular “Easy to GRIP” shape also

prevents pencils rolling.

• Break resistant leads and superior sharpening.

• Eco friendly – pencils made from wood from FSC certified sustainable forests.

• Unique sleeve sharpener.• Dust free eraser for excellent, clean

erasing.

Tel: 011 473 9800 • Fax: 011 474 3542


Tel: 011 473 9800 • Fax: 011 474 3542


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TOWER PROTECTOR PAD RANGE

Tower’s Protector Pad Range includes Anti-scratch felt pads, Anti-slip rubber pads, Buffer pads and Bumper dots. These pads are easy to apply to appliances, office equipment, surfaces and miscellaneous items around the home and office.

Tel: 0800 220 488


Tel: 0800 220 488


TOWER ADHESIVE SIGNS

Tower Adhesive Signs are printed on 0.75mm thick self-adhesive material and are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use where numbers, letters and informational signs are required for identifying items or conveying information and warnings. Available in ABS and reflective material.

PHILIPS DICTATION & TRANSCRIPTION

Philips dictation solutions allow you to create high quality dictation files with Professional Digital Pocket Memos and send them electronically to your typist, where she is able to transcribe the recordings using the LFH7177 transcription kit. The transcription kit allows for the secretary to have her hands free to type while she uses the foot pedal to control all the functions such as play, stop, fast forward etc.

IP7250CANON ALL-IN-ONE PHOTO PRINTER

• High performance 5-ink photo printer with Wi-Fi

• Fast photolab quality printing• Low-profile design with integrated

paper trays

• Tablet & Smartphone ready• My Image Garden software• Direct Disc Print & Auto Duplex• Print more with optional XL inks

Tel: 011 248 0300

www.koloksa.co.za

Tel: 011 887 1056


Web: www.speech.co.za

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Tel: 011 226 3300 Fax: 011 837 9489

Web: www.rexelsa.co.za

Tel: 011 226 3300 Fax: 011 837 9489


Tel: 011 226 3300 Fax: 011 837 9489


FUSION 1100L A4 AND A3 LAmINATOR

launching in 2013• Perfect choice for occasional use in the home or small office• Maximum Micron pouch: 250 micron• Warm up time: 4 minutes• Approximate lamination time (A4): 54 sec• Compact, smooth lamination and ultra quiet• Basic LED Display

FUSION 1000L A4 AND A3 LAmINATOR

launching in 2013• Perfect choice for occasional use in the home or small office• Maximum Micron pouch: 150 micron• Warm up time: 5 minutes• Approximate lamination time (A4): 54 sec• Compact, smooth lamination and ultra quiet• Basic LED Display

RExEL CLIPFOLDERS A4

New from Rexel are these A4 Clipboard clip-folders with fold over covers to protect your documents. Available in Black, Blue, Red and Green

Tel: 08600 LABEL (52235) • Fax: 021 552 9681


www.redfern.co.za

REDFERN PRODUCT SHOWCASE

Redfern new Teachers variety pack includes 392 stickers – (a variety of stars; gold motivational trophies; smiley faces and ring reinforcements).2013! A fresh new start for teachers with this exciting combination of stickers for your students.

aADDING MACHINE, POINT OF SALE AND MACHINE ROLLSBSc Stationery - Treeline

Papergeni Rotunda

ADHESIVES, GLUES AND SPRAYSBic South africa (Pty) ltd - Correction Fluid,

Glue sticks & Super Glue

BSc Stationery - Treeline, Bantex, BIC, Bostik,

Ponal, Pritt, Pentel, Faber Castell, Staedtler

Palm Stationery Manufacturers - New Wave

freedom Stationery - Marlin

Stationery & Paper world S.a

ADHESIVE NOTES3M Sa PTy ltd - Post-it ®

BSc Stationery - Stick ‘n Notes

Stationery & Paper world S.a - Eagle,

Highland

ART, CRAFT, GRAPHIC AND DRAWING MATERIALSBSc Stationery - Treeline, Pentel, Pilot, Henkel,

Bostik, Staedtler, Faber Castell

cTP Stationery - A4 coloured poster boards

faber castell - Comprehensive range


Max frank - Uni, Artline

Pentel S.a (Pty) ltd. - Oil pastels and

watercolour paint


BBAGS AND CASESBantex - Moulded pencil cases

BSc Stationery - Treeline, Penfl ex, Gotcha,

Staedtler, Bantex

flip file - Business cases.

freedom Stationery - Space Case and Marlin

global Bag and Sportswear Manufactures - Custom schoolbags ,tracksuits

kolok - Kenton

Stationery & Paper world S.aTopmark - School Bags, Laptop Bags, Pencil

Cases, Sports Bags, Luggage

BATTERIESBSc Stationery - Eveready

nikki distributors - Duracell Batteries

nikki distributors - Energizer Batteries


BIN RANGEBantex - Waste paper bins

krost offi ce Products

BINDING ACCESSORIESaZ Trading - Plastic Comb, Wire, Thermal &

Covers

Beswick offi ce Products - Fellowes

BSc Stationery - Treeline, Rexel, Bantex

cTP donau - Donau fi les and slide binders, A4

poster board

Martin yale africa - Comb, Wire

Parrot Products - Parrot Comb Binding

Machines

Rexel offi ce Products - Rexel and GBC

Stationery & Paper world S.aw Vos & co - Renz covers & combs, ringwire

BINDING MACHINESaZ Trading - DSB, Neorel


Martin yale africa - Martin Yale

Parrot Products - Parrot Comb Binding

Machines

Rexel offi ce Products - GBC and Rexel ranges

Stationery & Paper world S.aw Vos & company - Renz.

BOARDSBic South africa (Pty) ltd - BIC Velleda

School Whiteboards

BSc Stationery - Bestboards, Pentel, Pilot,

Artline, Penfl ex

cTP Stationery - Flip Chart Pads

hortors Stationery - Legal Notices i.e. Basic

Conditions & OSH Act and Leave and Absence

Chart


Max frank - Artline Flipchart Markers, Artline,

Maxi whiteboard markers


Parrot Products - Full range of boards and

accessories. Custom boards printed to your

specifi cation.

Rexel offi ce Products - NOBO whiteboards,

pinboards, easels and accessories


BOOK COVERSBantex - Book Covers

cTP Stationery - Poly Prop Donau heavy duty

covers

Empire Toy & Stationery - Butterfl y paper

freedom Stationerygordon’s Productions - contact paper

woodgrain, marble, pattern designs. Magic

cover back to school clear and coloured self

adhesive paper. (4M rolls, A4 and lever arch).

Plastic coated brownkraft rolls and pre-cut

polythene covers.

grafton Paper ProductsPalm Stationery Manufacturers - brown paper

rolls, poly rolls, gift-wrap

BOOKS AND PADSBantex - Hard and soft cover noted range

BSc Stationery - Treeline

cTP Stationery - Impala and premier books

and pads

freedom Stationery - Manufacturers

hortors Stationery - Legal registers

impala Vuwa Stationery ManufacturersPalm Stationery ManufacturersPower Stationery - Powerstar


BOXES AND CARTONSBeswick offi ce Products - Bankers Box to

Boxes and Cartons

cTP Stationery - Archiving Systems

Rexel offi ce ProductsTidy files - Acid free archiving products

cCALCULATORSBSc Stationery - Treeline, Kaiser, Sharp

freedom Stationerykolok - HP

nikki distributors - Truly calculators


Power Stationery - Powerstar

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CombBind C12 WireBind W20 ThermaBind T400ClickBind 15CombBind C20 CombBind C340

www.rexelsa.co.za

Effortless binding

with perfect results

MultiBind 230Comb & WireCombBind C150 Pro

Rexel offi ce Products - IBICO

Stationery & Paper world S.a - Sharp, Catiga,

Casio, Citizen

CALENDARScTP Stationery - Diaries assorted sizes

CALLIGRAPHYMax frank - Artline

CANTEENkolok - Tea, Coffee, milk etc,

Sunbeam(appliances), Cleansui (water fi lters

and refi lls)

CARBON PAPER AND FILMSStationery & Paper world S.a

CASH BOXESStationery & Paper world S.a

CD’S, DVD’S AND DISKETTESkolok - Verbatim, Kenon

CLIP BOARDSBantex - PVC and moulded plastic

cTP Stationery - DONAU brand

Parrot Products - Masonite and whiteboard


CLIPS, FASTENERS AND PINSBantex - Paper clips


grip BindersEssentials, Stephens, Penguin

Stationery & Paper world S.aTidy files - Filing solution

COLOURING BOOKSEmpire Toy & Stationery - Empire books



COMPUTER ACCESSORIESBeswick offi ce Products - Fellowes

kolok - Verbatim, Kenon

krost offi ce ProductsPyrotec - Tower Inkjet-laser labels, business

cards and photo paper


COMPUTER CLEANINGBeswick offi ce Products - Fellowes

Pyrotec - Tower computer cleaning range

kolok - ComputerCare

COMPUTER CONSUMABLEScTP Stationery - Full range of DONAU fi les

kMP - for computer consumables

kolok unlimited - Penguin (Ribbons, Toners,

Inkjets,) ,Till and fax rolls

Redfern Print Services - Redfern inkjet/laser/

copier labels and a full range of stationery

labels


COMPUTER HARDWAREkolok unlimited - Blazer UPS systems, Geha

(Interactive white boards)


CORPORATE STATIONERY & GIFTINGStar Stationers and PrintersStationery & Paper world S.a

CRAYONS AND CHALKSBSc Stationery - Treeline, BIC, Henkel, Faber

Castell, Staedtler

faber castell - Wave crayons and pastels


Palm Stationery Manufacturers - Chalks and

Crayons


dDESK SETS AND ACCESSORIESBic South africa (Pty) ltd - Desk Set Solo

Delux

Bantex - Comprehensive range - moulded

plastic

BSc Stationery - Treeline, Bantex


krost offi ce Productsledger Systems - Falcon Products

Rexel offi ce Products - Rexel Eco Range

DIARIES, PLANNERS AND ORGANISERS

cTP Stationery - CTP Brand

hortors Stationery - Legal diaries

Rexel offi ce Products - NOBO planners, refi lls

and T-card kits

South african diaries - For all your diary needs

DICTATION - TRANSCRIPTION

Powerhouse dictation for Philips - Dictation,

transcription, meeting recording, mini-tapes,

foot pedals, accessories

DRAUGHTING AND DRAWING OFFICE SUPPLIES

cTP Stationery - A4 Poster Boards

EEMBOSSERS AND ENGRAVING

Rubber Stamp & Engraving co - Ideal & Trodat

Embossers (pocket, desk and electronic), Trotec


ENVELOPES AND MAILING

BSc Stationery - Leo Envelopes, Jiffy

cTP Stationery - Commercial envelopes

global envelopes

grafton/Star

kZn EnVEloPES

Merpak Envelopes - Simplistic, full range of

printed and plain envelopes

Papergeni


ERASERS & ERASING / CORRECTION FLUIDS

Bic South africa (Pty) ltd - Tippex tape, bottle

and Pen

BSc Stationery - Treeline, BIC, Artline, Faber

Castell, Pentel, Pilot, Staedtler, Pritt


Max frank - Uni

Palm Stationery Manufacturers - Tape/Erasers

Pentel S.a (PTy) lTd - Hi-Polymer and Ain

eraser, correction tape and pens

Stationery & Paper world S.a - All Offi ce

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CombBind C12 WireBind W20 ThermaBind T400ClickBind 15CombBind C20 CombBind C340

www.rexelsa.co.za

Effortless binding

with perfect results

MultiBind 230Comb & WireCombBind C150 Pro

fFAX ROLL MANUFACTURERSRotunda

FILES AND FILINGafrican filing Systems - Top retrieval fi ling and

arching products

Bantex & Viking - All fi ling and storage

BSc Stationery - Treeline, Bantex Mobifi le

cTP Stationery - Full range of quality DONAU

brand

file-a-Punch cc flip file - Executive display fi les, expanding

fi les, Document folders, dividers

freedom Stationery - Edo / Unifi le

Palm Stationery Manufacturers - Lever arch,

Ringbinder fi les, Manilla fl at folders

grafton/Starkolok - Geha (Binding machines)

Palm Stationery Manufacturers - leaver arch,

ring binder fi les, manilla fl at folders.

Pentel S.a (Pty) ltd. - Display book Vivid,

document fi le, clip fi le and presentation fi le

Rexel offi ce Products - Prima and Rexel ranges


Tidy files - Filing solutions

FOLDERSBantexBSc Stationery - Treeline, Bantex

cTP Stationery - DONAU Brand


Palm Stationery Manufacturers - View fi les,

polypropylene & board folders


Tidy files - Specialised

FORMS - LEGAL AND MISCELLANEOUShortors Stationery - complete range of custom,

company, miscellaneous, magisterial, etc.

FURNITURE - OFFICE & SCHOLASTICkrost offi ce Products - accessories

new Era offi ce cc - Specialising in all offi ce

furniture desks, chairs, credenzas, boardroom

tables, etc

Reboni furniture group - Manufacturing and

distribution of educational and offi ce furniture


gGUILLOTINES AND TRIMMERSaZ Trading - DSB, Kobra

Beswick offi ce Products - Fellowes, Vivid

Martin yale africa - Martin Yale

Rexel offi ce Products - SmartCut and

ClassicCut

w Vos & co - Ideal

iINDEX TABBING AND DIVIDERS3M Sa - Post-it fl ags, Flag pen and highlighter

Bantex - P.P and Manilla board

BSc Stationery - Treeline, Bantex, Flip File

cTP Stationery - DONAU Brand board and P.P

flip file - Index Tabs, Flip tabs


Palm Stationery Manufacturers grip BindersRexel offi ce Products - Rexel, Mylar and Prima

board


INKSkMP - for computer consumables.

Max frank - Shachihata, Artline

Rexel offi ce Products - Numbering machine

ink

Rubber Stamp & Engraving co - Trodat, Noris

fastdry, security, numbering, franking. Laundry.

JJANITORIALkolok - Goldenmarc (Cleaning products),

Brooms, Mops and equipment.

lLABELSBSc Stationery - Treeline, Tower, Midmadex


nor PaperPyrotec - Tower stationery, inkjet-laser labels

Redfern Print Services - Redfern Inkjet/laser/

copier labels and a full range of stationery

labels



LABELLING MACHINESkemtek imaging Systems - Distributor of

Brother P-Touch Labelling System

LAMINATING MACHINESaZ Trading - DSB, Speedlam, Lamiace


kolok - GEHA and Galaxy

Martin yale africa - Fujipla

Parrot Products - Parrot A4 and A3 Laminators

Rexel offi ce Products - GBC and Rexel ranges

w Vos & co - PEAK & Renz.

LAMINATING POUCHES AND MATERIALSaZ Trading - A0 to ID card size Beswick offi ce Products - Fellowes

kolok - GEHA, Penguin laminating pouches

and rolls

Martin yale africaParrot ProductsRexel offi ce Products - GBC


LEGAL STATIONERYhortors Stationery - All legal registers, forms,

diaries etc

LETTER TRAYSBantex & Vikingkrost offi ce Products

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Fusion 1000L Fusion 1100L Fusion 3000L Fusion 3100L Fusion 5000L Fusion 5100L

www.rexelsa.co.za

Simply faster to the finish...Introducing the new line of Fusion

TM Laminators

MMAILING TUBES cTP Stationery

MARKERSBic South africa (Pty) ltd - Permanent

Markers, Highlighters, whiteboard

BSc Stationery Sales - Treeline, Collosso,

Penfl ex, Artline, Maxi, Pentel, Pilot, Bic

faber castell - Permanent and non permanent


interstat agencies - Edding

Max frank - Artline , Maxi, Uni

Parrot Products - White board, permanent and

OHP markers. Wide range of highlighters

Penfl ex - White board, fl ipchart, permanent

markers, highlighters

Pentel (Pty) ltd. - Maxifl o, white board marker

and paint marker



MATHEMATICAL GEOMETRY SETS & ACCESSORIESfreedom Stationery - Marlin

Palm Stationery Manufacturers

MINUTE AND GUARD BOOKShortors Stationery - Company registers, minute

books and other legal registers

ledger Systems - Falcon products

nNUMBERING MACHINESRexel offi ce ProductsRubber Stamp & Engraving co - Reiner Dater/

Numberer (manual/electronic), Trodat

oOFFICE ERGONOMICSBeswick offi ce Products - Fellowes Back/Wrist/

Foot support; Notebook riser stand

Rexel offi ce Products - Kensington

copyholders, risers, footrests, Rexel range of

electric staplers and punches which reduces

chances of RSI (repititive strain injury)

OVERHEAD PROJECTION AND ACCESSORIES3M Sa (Pty) ltd. - Overhead fi lm,

transparency, multimedia

kolok - Penguin Transparencies

Max frank - Artline

Parrot Products - Data Projectors, OHPs,

screens and rear projection fi lm

Penfl ex - Penfl ex Overhead projector pens

Rexel offi ce Products - NOBO

PPAPER AND BOARDantalis South africa - Offi ce paper solutions

Bantex - Cube refi lls

BSc Stationery - Apex Paper - Typek,Rotatrim

cTP Stationery - DONAU A4 poster boards

Empire Toy & Stationery - Butterfl y paper

freedom Stationerygrafton/Starkolok unlimited - Geha (paper media),

EPSON, HP, CANON,

nor PaperPalm Stationery Manufacturers - Cubes and

board

Rexel offi ce Products - Prima Paper & Board

TRiBE - TRIBE Inkjet Paper and Film

PAPER FOLDING MACHINESMartin yale africa - Martin Yale

w. Vos & co - Ideal

PENCILSBic South africa (Pty) ltd - BIC Evolution

Graphite, BIC Matic Clutch ,Velocity Clutch,

Atlantis Clutch, BU4 Clutch

BSc Stationery - Treeline, BIC, Faber Castell,

Pilot, Pentel, Uni, Staedtler, Henkel

freedom Stationery - Marlin / Edo

Max frank - Uni

Palm Stationery ManufacturersPentel S.a (Pty) ltd - Hotshot, Mechanical

Pencil, Techniclick Pencil.


Rexel offi ce Products - Rexel HB & Derwent

Staedtler Sa (Pty) ltd - Tradition, Wopex,

Technical, Clutch Pencils and lead

PENCIL LEADSBic South africa (Pty) ltd - Criterium 0.5mm

leads

faber castell - Extensive range, beginner to

artist


Max frank - Uni

Pentel S.a (Pty) ltd - Ain lead, standard lead -

various grades


PENCIL SHARPENERSfreedom StationeryPalm Stationery ManufacturersPower Stationery - Powerstar

PENSBic South africa (Pty) ltd - Criterium 0.5mm

leads

BSc Stationery - Treeline, BIC, Faber Castell,

Pilot, Pentel, Uni, Staedtler, Henkel, Lexi,

Penfl ex

faber castellfreedom Stationery - Marlin and Edo

Max frank - Artline, Maxi, Uni

Palm Stationery ManufacturersPenfl ex - Penfl ex ballpoints and rollerballs

Pentel S.a (Pty) ltd - Superb Ballpoint,

Energel Pen


Staedtler Sa (Pty) ltd - Ball point, Fineliner,

Gel and Pigment liner pens

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Fusion 1000L Fusion 1100L Fusion 3000L Fusion 3100L Fusion 5000L Fusion 5100L

www.rexelsa.co.za

Simply faster to the finish...Introducing the new line of Fusion

TM Laminators

PEN CARBON BOOKSBSc Stationery - Treeline, RBE



PERSONAL STATIONERYBantex - Telephone Management, Conference

and Filing

cTP Stationery - Home offi ce and personal

fi ling system, diaries

grafton/Star

PLANNING BOARDS AND ACCESSORIESParrot Products - Range of year planners, term

planners, maps and in/out boards. custom

printed boards designed to specifi cation.

Rexel offi ce Products - NOBO planners

POINT OF SALE PRINTER ROLLSPapergeniRotunda.

PRINTINGStar Stationers and PrintersStationery & Paper world S.akolok - Epson, Lexmark (Hardware), Hp

Printers, Oki (Hardware)

PRINTER CONSUMABLESimpression Management - Prinart, Logic,

Q-Ink, Sanchi, Oliser and ATIkMP - For

computer consumables.

kolok - EPSON (inkjet, large format etc),

LEXMARK, HP, Brother (Toners and Inks), Oki

(Toners, inks and Ribbons), Tally Genicom

(Ribbons), Seikosha (Ribbons), Panasonic

(Toners and Ribbons), Kyocera (Toners),

Printronix (Ribbons), IBM (Ribbons), Ricoh

(Toners), Fujitsu (Ribbons)

nor PaperPapergeniRoyce imaging industries - Remanufacturers

and suppliers of inkjet and laser cartridges

Technical Systems Engineering - Suppliers of

quality compatible cartridges and bulk inks for

Epson, Canon, Lexmark, HP and Samsung


PUNCHES AND PERFORATORSBantex - Plastic and Metal

Beswick offi ce Products - Kangaro

BSc Stationery - Treeline, STD, Bantex, Rexel


krost offi ce ProductsParrot Products - Parrot range of punches

Rexel offi ce Products - Rexel


RREFILLSluks group - For Montblanc, Waterman, Cross etc

RUBBER BANDSStationery & Paper world S.a

RUBBER STAMPSaquarius Media Supply - MaxStamp range and

accessories

Max frank - Schachihata X Stampers

Rubber Stamp & Engraving co. - Trodat

RUBBER STAMP MANUFACTURING EQUIPMENTRubber Stamp & Engraving co - AZ Liquid

polymer, TROTEC laser engraver, fl ash system


RULERSfreedom Stationery - Marlin

Palm Stationery ManufacturersPenfl ex - PENFLEX rulers

SSCHOLASTIC SUPPLIESBantex and faber castellBSc Stationery Sales - Treeline

cTP StationeryEmpire Toy & Stationery - Butterfl y

flip file - Flip File display books A5, A4, A2,

A3

freedom Stationery - Marlin and Edo

gordon’s Productions - contact paper

woodgrain, marble, pattern designs. Magic

cover back to school clear and coloured self

adhesive paper. (4M rolls, A4 and lever arch).

Plastic coated brownkraft rolls and pre-cut

polythene covers.

grafton Paper Productsimpala Vuwa Stationery ManufacturersMax frank - Artline, Maxi, Uni

Palm Stationery ManufacturersParrot Products - chalk boards/slates


Pyrotec - Tower Adhesive Book Cover 45cm

x 2m


SCISSORS AND CUTTERSfreedom Stationery - Marlin

Palm Stationery ManufacturersRexel offi ce Products

SCRAPBOOKINGRexel offi ce Products - Trimmers and

guillotines

Rubber Stamp & Engraving co - Making

memories, Clearsnap, Marvy, Ranger, Bazzill,

Carl

SHREDDERS AND ACCESSORIESaZ Trading - DSB, Kobra, Roto, Repairs to all

makes


kolok - GEHA entry level and high-end

shredders

Martin yale africa - Intimus, Martin Yale,

PaperMonster

nikki distributors - Nikki shredders

Parrot Products - Parrot range of value

shredders

Rexel offi ce Products - Rexel range

w Vos & co - ideal.

SLATESfreedom Stationery - Marlin

Parrot Products - Whiteboard and chalk board

SPECIALISED STATIONERY AND BOOKBINDINGledger Systems - Law reports and periodicals

SPIKE FILESgrip Binders

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STAMPS, STAMP PADS AND INKSaquarius Media Supply - MaxStamp, self-

inking and pre-inked stamps, ink pads and

accessories.

Rubber Stamp & Engraving co - Trodat, pre-

inked stamps, stamp and fi ngerprint pads

STAPLING MACHINES AND STAPLESBantexBeswick offi ce Products - Kangaro

BSc Stationery - Treeline, STD, Bantex, Rexel


krost offi ce Productsinterstat agencies - Genmes

Parrot Products - Parrot range of staplers

Rexel offi ce Products - Rexel range


STATIONERY SUNDRIES - SCHOLASTICBSc Stationery - Treeline, Pritt, Henkel,

Staedtler, Pentel, Pilot, BIC, Bantex, Faber

Castell, Artline, Penfl ex

cTP Stationery - DONAU Scissors and cutting

knives

freedom Stationery - Marlin, Edo and Unifi le


STENCILSfreedom Stationery

STORAGE SYSTEMScTP Stationery - Archiving Systems -

Suspension Files

kolok - VERBATIM (hard drives, USB sticks

etc), HP


TTAPES3M Sa (Pty) ltd. - Brand Scotch® MagicTM

BSc Stationery - Sellotape, Brother

freedom StationeryPalm Stationery ManufacturersStationery & Paper world S.a – Eurocell,

HSTM,3M

TELECOMMUNICATIONSnikki distributors - Siemens offi ce phones

TELEX ROLLS AND TELETEX PAPERRotunda

THERMAL ROLLSRotunda

TONERS AND CARTRIDGESkMP - Computer consumables

kolok - PENGUIN (Inkjets and Laser toners),

EPSON, LEXMARK, HP.

PapergeniStationery & Paper world S.a

TOP RETRIEVAL FILINGoptiplan a div of waltons - Paper based top

retrieval fi ling systems

Tidy files - Complete onsite and offsite fi ling

solutions

TOYS, HOBBIES AND GAMESfreedom StationeryPyrotec - Toby Tower Stickers and Activities

TRANSFER LETTERING AND SIGNSParrot Products - Vinyl lettering

TRANSPARENCIESkolok - Penguin transparencies for inkjet and

laser

OEM, Penguin and HP Transparencies

Rexel offi ce Products - NOBO range

Stationery & Paper world S.afa

VVISITORS BOOKS/REGISTERSledger Systems - Falcon Products - visitors

books, hotel guest register, restaurant

reservation registers

wWRITING INSTRUMENTSluks group - Ferrari, LAMY, Montegrappa,Space Pen


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Autoplus 60 XDONESHUTSTACK Autoplus 80 X Autoplus 100 X Autoplus 175 X Autoplus 250 X Autoplus 500 X Autoplus 750 X

www.rexelsa.co.za

3M 011 844 9202 PvtBag X926, Rivonia, 2128

011 806 2388 Customer Serv: 0800 118 311

african filing Systems 011 896 5279 www.africanfi ling.co.za

086 540 6892 info@africanfi ling.co.za

antalis South africa (Pty) ltd 011 688 6000 Box 6893, Johannesburg, 2000

011 688 6162 marketing.offi [email protected]

antalis South africa (Pty) ltd - cape Town 021 959 9600 Box 19231, Tygerberg, 7505

021 959 9640

antalis South africa (Pty) ltd - durban 031 714 4000 Box 284, Umhlanga, 4320

031 700 9253

antalis South africa (Pty) ltd - Pretoria 012 379 0060 Box 4013, Pretoria, 0001

012 379 0052

antalis South africa (Pty) ltd - Bloemfontein 051 447 8681 Box 1795, Bloemfontein, 9300

051 447 6765

antalis South africa (Pty) ltd - Port Elizabeth 041 486 2020 Box 9088, Estadeal, 6012

041 486 2219

antalis South africa (Pty) ltd - Pietermaritzburg 033 386 2078 Box 1425, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

033 386 2078

antalis South africa (Pty) ltd - Botswana 00267 391 2139 Box 1705, Gaborone

00267 397 5459

aquarius Rubber Stamps 011 453 7012 www.orderstamps.co.za


aZ Trading 086 111 4407 www.aztradingcc.co.za


Bantex 011 473 9800 Box 43201, Industria, 2042


Beswick offi ce Products 011 433 2686 Box 82319, Southdale, 2135


Bic South africa (Pty) ltd 011 474 0181 PO BOX 43144, Industria, 2042

011 474 6068 16 Maraisburg Road, Industria, 2042

BSc Stationery Sales 011 420 3250 Box 278, Brakpan, 1540


cTP Stationery 011 226 5600 Box 43501, Industria, 2042

011 474 9242 sales@versafi le.co.za

Empire Toy & Stationery 011 614 2243 Box 261524, Excom, 2023


faber castell 011 473 9800 Box 43201, Industria, 2042


file-a-Punch cc 082 820 9379 Private Bag 6001 Hilton 3245


flip file 021 638 3105 Box 2190, Clareinch, 7740

021 633 6942 ashly@fl ipfi le.co.za

freedom Stationery - Johannesburg 011 314 0953/4 Box 6459, Halfway House, 1685


freedom Stationery - cape Town 021 557 9152/3 36-38 Silverstone Rd Killarney Gardens


freedom Stationery kZn (head offi ce) 032 459 2820 Box 478, Mandini, 4490


freedom Stationery - East london 043 731 2422 Box 14111 West Bank 5218


global Bag and Sportswear Manufactures 031 305 6507 P.O Box 18586, Dalbridge, 4014

031 301 6553 www.globalbags.co.za

global Envelopes 031 465 5544 [email protected]

031 465 5634 www.envelopes.co.za

gordon’s Productions 031 705 8713 Suite 69, PvtBag X4, Kloof, 3640


grafton/Star Paper Products 011 262 0777 Box 550, Bergvlei, 2012


grip Binders 011 421 1300 [email protected]

hortors Stationery 011 620 4800 Box 1020, Johannesburg, 2000


impala Vuwa Stationery Manufacturers 036 634 1535 Box 389, Ladysmith, 3370


impression Management DBN 031 777 1222 www.impression.co.za

JHB 011 791 28280 [email protected]

CPT 021 592 0847

interstat agencies - durban 031 569 6550 Box 201707, Durban North, 4016


interstat agencies - cape Town 021 551 9555 Box 36696, Chempet, 7442


interstat agencies - Port Elizabeth 041 453 2558 Box 27693, Greenacres, 6057


kemtek imaging Systems 011 624 8000 Box 86173, City Deep, 2049


kemtek imaging Systems - cape 021 521 9600 Box 181, Cape Town, 8000


kemtek imaging Systems - kZn 031 700 9363 Box 15685, Westmead, 3608


kemtek imaging Systems - PE 041 582 5222 Box 15685, Westmead, 3608


kemtek imaging Systems - PTa 012 804 1410 PO Box 816, Silverton, 0127


kMP 021 709 0190 Box 183, Steenberg, 7947


kolok unlimited - head offi ce 011 248 0300 Box 4151, Johannesburg, 2000


kolok unlimited - cape Town 021 597 2700 Box 6385, Roggebaai, 8012


kolok unlimited - durban 031 570 4900 Box 4206, Riverhorse Valley East, 4017


kolok unlimited Polokwane 015 298 8795 Box 862, Ladanna, 0704


kolok unlimited - Port Elizabeth 041 406 9900 Box 3163, North End, 6056


kolok unlimited - namibia 00264 (61)370500 Box 40797, Ausspannplatz, Namibia

00264 (61)370525 [email protected]

kolok unlimited - nelspruit 013 758 2233 Box 4338, White River, 1240


kolok unlimited - Bloemfontein 051 433 1876 PvtBag X01, Brandhof, Bloemfontein


kolok unlimited - Botswana 00267 393 2669 PvtBag B0226, Bontleng, Gaborone


krost offi ce Products 011 626 2067 Box 75401, Gardenview, 2047


kZn EnVEloPES 031 465 3992 P O Box 41259, Rossburgh, 4072


ledger Systems 011 433 1808 Box 82586, Southdale, 2135


luks group (Pty) ltd 011 262 0396 [email protected]

086 570 7715 www.luksgroup.co.za

Martin yale 011 838 7281 [email protected]

086 690 0165 www.martinyale.co.za

Max frank 011 921 1811 Box 200, Isando, 1600


Merpak Envelopes 011 719 7700 [email protected]

011 885 3174 www.merpak.co.za

new Era offi ce cc 011 334 2013 Box 10383, Lenasia, 1821

011 334 7358 kuban@neweraoffi ce.co.za

nikki - cape Town 0860 006731 [email protected]

0800 204868 www.nikki.co.za

nikki - durban 0860 006731 [email protected]


nikki - Johannesburg 0860 006731 [email protected]


nikki - Pretoria 0860 006731 [email protected]


nor Paper 011 011 3900


optiplan a division of waltons 011 620 4000 Pencil Park, Croxley Close, Herriotdale


Palm Stationery 031 507 7051 [email protected]

031 507 7053 www.palmstat.co.za

Papergeni 011 011 3900 [email protected]

011 011 4099 www.papergeni.co.za

Parrot Products 011 607 7600 [email protected]

011 615 2502 www.parrotproducts.biz

Penfl ex 021 521 2400 Box 36964, Chempet, 7442

021 521 2402/3 info@penfl ex.co.za

Pentel S.a (Pty) ltd 011 474 1427/8 Box 202, Crown Mines, 2025

011 474 5563 www.pentel.co.za

Powerhouse dictation 011 887 1056 [email protected]

086 555 3833 www.speech.co.za

Power Stationery 032 533 4003 Box 1305, Verulam, 4340


Pyrotec 021 787 9600 PvtBag X1, Capricorn Square, 7948


Reboni furniture group 086 173 2664 www.reboni.co.za


Redfern Print Services - cape Town 021 552 9680 Box 403, Milnerton, 7435


Redfern Print Services - durban 031 205 9598 dbnoffi [email protected]

031 205 7092 www.redfern.co.za

Redfern Print Services - Johannesburg 011 837 4119 Box 1445, Crown Mines, 2025

011 837 8917 jhboffi [email protected]

Rexel offi ce Products 011 226 3300 www.rexelsa.co.za


Rotunda 021 552 5135 Box 189, Maitland, 7404


Royce imaging industries 011 792 9530 www.royceimaging.co.za


Rubber Stamp & Engraving co - head offi ce 011 262 1400 Box 931, Wendywood, 2144


Rubber Stamp & Engraving co - cape Town 021 448 7008 Box 931, Wendywood, 2144


Rubber Stamp & Engraving co - durban 083 377 4109 Box 931, Wendywood, 2144


South african diaries 021 442 2340 Box 4862, Cape Town, 8000


SSc - Silveray Statmark company - Johannesburg 011 677 0000 Box 40754, Cleveland, 2022


SSc - Silveray Statmark company - cape Town 021 442 1300


SSc - Silveray Statmark company - durban 031 462 2081


SSc - Silveray Statmark company - Bloemfontein 051 447 4313


SSc - Silveray Statmark company - East london 043 722 3781


SSc - Silveray Statmark company - Port Elizabeth 041 391 8600


Staedtler Sa (Pty) ltd 011 579 1600 www.staedtler.co.za


Stationery & Paper world S.a 011 070 9279 www.stationeryandpaper.co.za


Star Stationers and Printers 031 569 1061 [email protected]

031 569 1094 www.starstat.co.za

Technical Systems Engineering 011 708 2304 Box 1532, Northriding, 2162


Tidy files 011 943 4210 www.tidyfi les.co.za

Topmark 011 837 8045 [email protected]

011 837 7442

Tower (division of Pyrotec) - cape Town 021 787 9600 PvtBag X1, Capricorn Square, 7948

021 787 9791

Tower (division of Pyrotec) - Johannesburg 011 611 1820 59 Lepus Rd, Crown Mines, 2025


Tower (division of Pyrotec) durban 031 701 0192 Box 594, Pinetown, 3600


Tribe 011 314 4746 (Jhb) Box 6280, Halfway House, 1685

021 386 4261 (Cpt) [email protected]

Versafi le 011 226 5600 Box 43501, Industria, 2042

011 474 9242 sales@versafi le.co.za

w. Vos & company 011 493 7139 www.wvos.co.za


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Win a two night getaway for two at the St James on Venice Hotel, Durban

Situated in Durban’s leafy Morningside suburb, the St James on Venice Luxury Boutique Hotel offers guests the perfect getaway while visiting the city. Originally the home of Corobrik founder Robert Storm who built it in 1892, the hotel is steeped in Durban history and retains much of its old world charm.

With just 15 beautifully appointed bedrooms, guests can be assured of a personal service provided by The St James in this luxurious and intimate environment. Each room is individually decorated in a classically elegant style. With the fi nest cotton bed linen and light cotton gowns that suit Durban’s warm climate, guests will feel instantly at home. A wireless internet connection ensures guests are always connected.

Under the culinary helm of experienced chef Marie-Louise Keisjer, the hotel’s restaurant serves a variety of delicious meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner either indoors or outside on the terrace. The St James’ sumptuous high tea is becoming very well-known to locals and guests, their extensive wine list won’t disappoint. m

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The joy of a journalCTP Stationery is giving away fi ve hampers consisting of

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Send us your funniest caption for the photograph below and you stand a chance to win a Rexel Laminator H220-RR valued at R2 000. Send your Punchline and contact details to [email protected] with Punchline in the subject line.

WinThe Rexel Laminator is 33% faster than competitor machines, taking just 45 seconds to laminate a standard A4 pouch or 80 pouches per hour, with an additional cold setting for heat sensitive documents. Other features include:• Automatic switch off after 30 minutes of inactivity.• Exit tray keeps pouches straight as they come

through the heated rollers for a perfect, warp-free fi nish

• Incorporates SureFlow™ Technology reduces jamming signifi cantly for stress-free laminating and maximum productivity

• Laminates up to A4 size including ID cards, notices and certifi cates

• Modern, compact design easy to move around and suits most offi ce and home environments

• Single touch button interface: simple to use, no previous experience required

• Three heat settings accepts 2 x 75 micron (150 in total)

• pouches, 2 x 100 micron (200 in total) and 2 x 125 micron (250 in total).

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