With cashflow dominating many boardroom gatherings at the moment it's easy to assume issues such as the environment will start to take a temporary back seat. However, a key theme running through most environmental campaigns is a general reduction in consumption which, in turn, can have an immediate and positive impact on cashflow itself. From more energy efficient office equipment to refurbishing furniture, savings are there to be made.

Products in Arjowiggins' Conqueror portfolio have been recognised by the British Superbrands Council for a sixth consecutive year. The announcement follows a robust selection process administered independently by The Centre for Brand Analysis.

A combination of new and existing furniture was used by Claremont Group Interiors when it was selected to fit-out Jones Lang LaSalle's new 7,702ft² office at Chancery Place in Manchester city centre.

The inaugural SOPX New Product Awards will be judged by a distinguished panel of industry figures representing the UK's dealers, retailers and wholesalers.

Mobile computing solutions specialist, Asus, unveiled a number of notebook products at CeBIT this March. Highlights included a collaboration with automotive manufacturer, Automobili Lamborghini, with the Asus-Lamborghini VX5 notebook sporting an exterior inspired by the Lamborghini Reventón.

Two new high productivity, wide format mono devices have been introduced by Ricoh UK in an extension of the company's print room/CRD offering. The Aficio MP W5100 and Aficio MP W7140 are said to be durable and robust to maximise efficiency and uptime for print rooms and reduce overheads.

Trade-only distributor of AV, IT and consumer electronics products, Midwich, has bolstered its dedicated print team with the appointment of four additional sales specialists.

Canon UK is partnering with recycling specialist, eReco, to provide a toner bottle recycling service. The scheme ensures that 100 per cent of the used materials will never be put into landfill and couldhelp customers looking to reduce the environmental impact of print.

Stocking environmentally-friendly products is important as most people are aware by now. For market-leading stationery and office product brands, however, it's no longer enough simply to sell or manufacture these products. That's why Avery Dennison Office Products is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, suppliers and the environment as a whole.

Mitsubishi Pencil Co's proactive response to green issues has been rewarded with an environmental certificate from the British Office Supplies and Services (BOSS) Federation. The award highlights the company's corporate policy, plus new eco-products which make efficient use of natural resources.

Uncoated paper in the Coloraction range has gained FSC certification. Available from Antalis, Coloraction comprises 27 tinted papers and boards in a choice of sizes and weights from 80 to 230gsm and A4 to SRA1.

Designed to offer an all round multi-purpose paper with exceptional environmental credentials, Report Carbon Neutral is a new carbon neutral office paper from The Aims Group.

Multi Screen-Clene is a universal screen cleaner with a gentle formulation to suit all screen types, from delicate laptops and plasmas to PCs and even televisions. The pump bottle works like an aerosol, but without gas, making it environmentally friendly. A one litre refill reduces packaging waste.

Manufacturer of self-adhesive envelopes, Tenza Technologies, has launched a new range of 'Documents Enclosed' envelopes under the 'Tenzalopes® Green' brand.

MultiCopy office paper has some surprises for the UK market this year. The Multi brand includes MultiCopy Original and MultiFine, already available in the UK, plus MultiCopy Colour Laser, MultiCopy Inkjet and Multilaser: a value paper for single colour office machines. All these products are now available exclusively from The Premier Paper Group.

Fellowes has extended its binding and laminating range with the Voyager A3 laminator featuring new technologies designed to make office laminating simple, fast and 100 per cent jam free.

Renz has launched a new range of Officeline products, ranging from binding to pouch laminating machines. The company states document presentation and binding is a rapidly expanding area with companies investing in new equipment and testing new innovations. For example, Renz' OnePitch ring wire lets users bind a few sheets, through to 350 sheets, with just one machine.

Concerned about IT security?Mind Your IT provides a range of physical IT security solutions, designed to protect IT resources against organised and opportunist theft. Designed to be affordable and effective, products secure devices including laptops, PC towers and desktops, Macs, TFT screens, printers and projectors.

Manufactured in the UK, the new KI 800 series storage range includes lateral drawers, receding doors, cupboards, lockers and shelving units. Products are available in standard metric widths of 800, 900, 1000 and 1100mm with a depth of 457mm and the system is compatible with both the KI 700 and KI 900 series.

Fellowes has launched a campaign to help rid offices of poor posture. The Work-a-nomics initiative offers a step-by-step guide on setting up a workstation correctly, plus a free interactive assessment. The Workanomics platform offers ergonomic training, workstation screenings and ergonomic product recommendations to help increase productivity and reduce posture-related health risks like RSI and back pain. Fellowes' European marketing manager, Louise Shipley, advises computer users and employers to:take care with your chair; look straight ahead; place your keyboard in front; avoid 'mouse shoulder'; and keep moving.

Bic is introducing two new pens to its BIC Cristal range. BIC Cristal Large features a 1.6mm nib for bold, vivid and even writing. The transparent hexagonal barrel provides a visible ink level and comfortable handling. BIC Cristal Clic Gel features a 0.7mm nib and gel ink for steady, smooth writing. Thanks to a retractable nib and ink that glides over paper, this pen is perfect for general office use. 

Made especially for kids, PenAgain's Twist ‘n Write pencils' unique design provides the ideal grip for maximum control and consistency while reducing stress on the hand. 

Sakura, winners of the 2008/2009 Craft Business Awards for Art Materials, is offering a product for stationers to meet existing customers' requirements while testing a market that is growing during the credit crunch.

BIC is adding two new products to its mechanical pencil range, the AI and Quantech mechanical pencils. Both products are designed to offer innovative technology at an affordable price and provide further depth to BIC's category range.

Stabilo's move EASY pen is stated as the number one selling branded rollerball by value and number two by volume at Back to School 2008. Furthermore, according to latest GFK figures, it was the top value rollerball for the whole 12-month period.

In three news announcements, Sagem Communications is showcasing its green credentials at SOPX, signing a trademark licensing agreement with Xerox Corporation and unveiling new Philips laser multi-function products.

WordLogic's patented predictive text solution is now available for Windows Mobile handheld devices. The software can be used to accelerate the entry of text and information on all pocket PCs, smartphones and portable media centres.

Konica Minolta Business Solutions has launched three mono multifunctionals for workgroups. The new bizhub 222, 282 and 362 offer 22, 28 and 36 page per minute black-and-white output respectively.

Office dealer, Speedy Marquee, has been able to drive down costs by switching from a Vision system to Prima business control software.

Three new evaporative coolers have been launched by Scott Brothers, under the company's Scottair brand, providing a solution for most types of working environment, including commercial and industrial spaces.

A n illuminated 'chiclet' keyboard is the highlight of the new Asus U and UX series notebooks, providing users with the ability to type in the dark. Light sensor technology intelligently detects the surrounding environmental lighting conditions and automatically adjusts the brightness or dimness of the LED backlit display to provide a comfortable computing experience even in adverse lighting conditions. These features are combined with a contoured chassis and glossy LCD lid.

ByBox is helping Infotec get its products to customers faster. Infotec, a supplier and maintainer of photocopier and printer solutions, has been a ByBox customer for some time, using its network of drop boxes to ensure its 150 UK engineers have access to parts and products by 8.30am.

Display systems specialist, Tarifold, has joined forces with manufacturer of self-adhesive products, 3L Office Products, to create the T3L Group. Described as a multi-brand global niche player, the aim of T3L is to set up successful niche brands, each of which is a specialist in its field.

Built for ease of use and functionality, the Océ VarioLink 6522c is a black and white and colour multifunctional printer, copier and scanner intended for the office segment. Versatile finishing options and media handling are said to make the device ideal for in-house production of quality printed documents in the mid volume, high end office segment.

The Toolbox is a collection of informative booklets produced by Howard Smith Paper Group (HSPG) detailing the company's value-added services. Eleven booklets are included, in five sectioned colours, printed on the group's Think Bright range of papers. Each colour represents a different service.

Bostik is re-launching its super glue range with four new products: Super Glue Original, for a strong bond in seconds; Super Glue Gel, for no drips; Super Glue Easy Flow; for controlled flow; and Super Glue Ultra Pen, for precision sticking with no mess.

Manufacturer of recycled paper, poster and envelope paper, Lenzing Papier, is on course for a planned expansion of its de-inking plant at the company's Austrian mill. The expansion will see capacity at the mill increase from 280 tonnes to 350 tonnes per day.

In a bid to combat unwarranted environmental criticism of the paper industry, Mitsubishi HiTec Paper is supporting the Two Sides campaign.

Evolutionlight is a new, minimally styled, value engineered, back-lit reception desk range. Described as bespoke quality, this standard product is hand built to order in the UK. Call 01908 391600 now for the 2009 literature pack and dealer details or view all the products on the website.

Office services and print outsourcing specialist, WPS (formerly Word Processing Services), has selected The Multiple Sclerosis Society as its charity of the year. As part of its 15th anniversary celebrations, WPS will support the organisation through donations, fundraising promotions and events. The company aims to raise over £1,000 by the end of the year, with an initial donation of £250.

Specialist paper supplier, Media Paper Management, has added a hotlink to the National Association of Paper Merchants' (NAPM) Two Sides initiative to its interactive website, The Media Workshop. The link forms part of The Media Workshop's environmental tools, taking site visitors to the Two Sides initiative, which sets out the environmental arguments surrounding the use of paper. The initiative provides paper buyers, specifiers and consumers with information to help them make the right purchasing decisions.

Heaton Stationery is benefiting from improved van efficiency and fuel savings, following the introduction of a satellite-linked computer management system. The package was developed by vehicle tracking specialist Masternaut Three X and enterprise software company, BlueSky, to ensure that Heaton sends out more efficient van loads. Working in real-time, the system incorporates satellite tracking for Heaton's fleet of delivery vehicles and sales representatives.