Magnum Print Solutions Wins Nucor Steel Recycling Business Award
Seattle, WA April 29, 2015 - Magnum Print Solutions will be presented with the prized Nucor Steel Recycling Solutions Award at the Washington State Recycling Association’s (WSRA) 2015 Recycler of the Year ceremony on May 19. “The Washington State Recycling Association annually presents awards to organizations and individuals who make significant contributions to recycling and waste prevention.” Said Jack Bradbury, Recycling Coordinator, All Battery Sales and Service. “As a member of the association’s Board of Directors I was thrilled to inform Magnum Print Solutions that they were the recipients of the Nucor Recycling Business Award. This award is made to the business that demonstrates outstanding achievement in processing recycled material for use in recycled content products. Magnum’s innovative processes in reuse of an office commodity, along with a record of being an outstanding corporate citizen, made them an easy choice for recognition.”
“Magnum is proud to be recognized by Nucor Steel and the Washington State Recycling Association,” said Ryan Van Quill, General Manager, Magnum Print Solutions. “We are proud of Magnum brand toner cartridges and the environmental savings they provide to our customers. In 2014 Magnum brand customers realized impressive environmental savings including:
· Conserved 108,540 quarts of oil
· Conserved 325,620 pounds of raw materials
· Prevented 144,720 pounds of recyclable material from landfills
· Saved 256,878 gallons of water
· Saved 362 trees
· Prevented 43,416 pounds of greenhouse gases
Receiving the Nucor Steel Award is the type of recognition that means everything to Magnum and all of our employees.”
The WSRA 2015 Recycler of the Year Awards Gala Banquet will be held on May 19 at the 35th Annual WSRA Conference & Trade Show in Spokane. Recyclers of the Year and Recycling Hall of Fame inductees were chosen by a panel of WSRA members, board members and Hall of Fame inductees.
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Ellen Gengler, Marketing Manager
Magnum Print Solutions ellen@magnumlaser.com 206.624.7715 ext 720
ABOUT WASHINGTON STATE RECYCLING ASSOCIATION
The Washington State Recycling Association (WSRA) was formed in 1976 to support the fledgling recycling industry and promote recycling in the state of Washington. WSRA provides a forum for discussing recycling issues at a level that reflects the deep pool of membership expertise. The nonprofit 501c(6) status sets WSRA apart from other nonprofits, allowing WSRA to influence government policy. WSRA encourages education and growth through newsletters, quarterly meetings, annual conferences and award presentations.
www.wsra.net
ABOUT MAGNUM PRINT SOLUTIONS
Magnum Print Solutions is a manufacturer, wholesale distributor and direct supplier of Magnum brand toner cartridges nationally and internationally. Magnum also provides onsite supplies management, office machine sales and service for businesses in the Pacific Northwest. In 2013, Magnum was named as a finalist for King County Executive’s Small Business of the Year. In 2012 and 2013 Magnum was named one of 50 Green Companies in Washington State and received a Governor’s Award in recognition of their efforts to recruit, hire and promote individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment. Magnum was named one of the top 100 fastest growing private companies in Washington State. Magnum was also named one of Inc. Magazine’s 500/5000 fastest growing companies across the country.
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In 2013 Magnum Customers Saved a Cumulative 347,544 Pounds of Raw Materials
Seattle, WA March 31, 2014 – In 2013 Magnum brand toner users and participants of Magnum’s Recycling Program made significant progress in environmental savings and reducing landfill waste. Magnum Print Solutions, the largest toner remanufacturer in the Northwest, has redesigned the toner cartridge manufacturing process, optimizing packaging design and recycling efforts to minimize waste and maximize component reuse.
With over 350 million toner cartridges discarded in landfills every year, Magnum’s process of reuse is significant. “The Magnum toner cartridge can be reused up to 12 times,” according to Steve Seavecki, Owner and President of Magnum. “By choosing a locally remanufactured cartridge that stays in the US, companies can make a real impact.” To track the impact, Magnum created an online application - ‘Carbon Calculator’ which lists the environmental savings of each element of a toner cartridge including metal, oil, trees, water and greenhouse gases.
In 2013 Magnum calculated Magnum users’ total environmental savings to be:
The Magnum Recycling Program recycles used toner cartridges from businesses throughout the Puget Sound. Magnum provides containers for used cartridges and works with the business to arrange pickup. Participating businesses educate their employees about the impact, and designate areas for the cartridge containers. Companies enrolled in this program include the Fred Hutchinson Research Center, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance as well as locally owned office supply distributors Keeney’s and Chuckals.
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Contact:
Ellen Gengler, Marketing Manager
Magnum Print Solutions
ellen@magnumlaser.com
206.624.7715 ext 720
ABOUT MAGNUM PRINT SOLUTIONS
Magnum Print Solutions is a manufacturer, wholesale distributor and direct supplier of Magnum brand toner cartridges nationally and internationally. Magnum also provides onsite supplies management, office machine sales and service for businesses in the Pacific Northwest. In 2013, Magnum was named as a finalist for King County Executive’s Small Business of the Year. In 2012 and 2013 Magnum was named one of 50 Green Companies in Washington State and received a Governor’s Award in recognition of their efforts to recruit, hire and promote individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment. Magnum was named one of the top 100 fastest growing private companies in Washington State. Magnum was also named one of Inc. Magazine’s 500/5000 fastest growing companies across the country.
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Local toner cartridge manufacturer honored a second year in a row for recycling and reuse efforts
Seattle, WA October 29, 2012 – For the second year in a row, Magnum Print Solutions, the Seattle based business and largest toner manufacturer in the Northwest, has been recognized in the Washington Green 50 Awards. The prestigious list, now in its’ third year, recognizes businesses in all sectors that advocate, create and enhance sustainability practices. Past winners include: Alaska Airlines, Bastryr University, Keeney’s Office Supply and Magnum Print Solutions.
On hearing that Magnum was again selected as a winner, Steve Seavecki, President and CEO of Magnum Print Solutions stated, “We are honored to be recognized for this award again. We remain committed to finding new ways to minimize the environmental impact and carbon footprint for our business, and provide reuse and recycle opportunities for our customers and partners.”
Magnum Print Solutions has redesigned the manufacturing process, optimizing packaging design and recycling efforts to minimize waste and maximize component reuse. Magnum created an online application - ‘Carbon Calculator’ to allow businesses to track environmental savings; the application is available on Magnum’s website – www.magnumlaser.com. In 2012 Magnum calculated total environmental savings to be:
The Magnum Recycling Program which recycles used toner cartridges from businesses throughout the Puget Sound continues to be a popular and successful offering. Participating companies include the Fred Hutchinson Research Center, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance as well as locally owned office supply distributors Keeney’s and Chuckals. By recycling the used toner cartridges, these businesses reduce waste and promote recycling.
Judges for the Green Washington Awards included leaders in the environmental and educational communities. The Washington Green 50 Award is presented annually by Seattle Business Magazine.
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Contact:
Ellen Gengler, Marketing Manager
Magnum Print Solutions ellen@magnumlaser.com 206.624.7715 ext 720
ABOUT THE GREEN WASHINTON AWARDS 2013
Seattle Business magazine’s Green Washington Awards program recognizes companies and individuals who hold our planet and its longevity in the highest regard and who are leading the way in sustainability and green business practices.
www.seattlebusinessmag.com
ABOUT MAGNUM PRINT SOLUTIONS
Magnum Print Solutions is a manufacturer, wholesale distributor and direct supplier of Magnum brand toner cartridges nationally and internationally. Magnum also provides onsite supplies management, office machine sales and service for businesses in the Pacific Northwest. In 2013, Magnum was named as a finalist for King County Executive’s Small Business of the Year. In 2012 Magnum was named one of 50 Green Companies in Washington State and received a Governor’s Award in recognition of their efforts to recruit, hire and promote individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment. Magnum was named one of the top 100 fastest growing private companies in Washington State. Magnum was also named one of Inc. Magazine’s 500/5000 fastest growing companies across the country.
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Third annual King County Executive’s Small Business Awards recognizes local manufacturer in Small Business of the Year category
Seattle, WA September 6, 2013 – Magnum Print Solutions, the Seattle based business and largest toner manufacturer in the Northwest, has been named as one of three finalists for the Small Business of the Year Award by King County Executive, Dow Constantine. The Small Business Awards recognize the achievements and accomplishments of small businesses throughout King County which are vital to the economy and job creation in the region; over 95% of the businesses in King County have 50 or fewer employees.
Nominees for the Small Business of the Year award were selected based on their application responses. The application weighted statements made by the nominees in several categories. How the nominated business has impacted employment, including employee related issues such as training programs offered, benefits provided and employee turnover rates. Unique approaches used in providing products and services; whether the nominee uses green vendors, offers specialty items and how the nominee differentiates itself from competitors. What the nominees approach is to customer service - how the business retains and recruits customers.
In the selection process all of the applicants’ responses were reviewed and tallied and the three finalists determined. The Small Business of the Year Award is given to the small business that best exemplifies the tenacity, perspicacity, and audacity it takes to successfully operate a small business.
The two other finalists for the Small Business of the Year category include Keeney’s Office Supply (Redmond) and POP! Gourmet Popcorn Company (Kent.) The Awards ceremony honoring all 21 finalists in 7 categories will be held at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue on Wednesday September 25, at 7:15 a.m.
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Ellen Gengler, Magnum Print Solutions ellen@magnumlaser.com 206.624.7715 ext 720
ABOUT THE 2013 KING COUNTY EXECUTIVE’S SMALL BUSINESS AWARDS
Over 200 small business owners and supporters of small business from across the County are expected at the awards program. The event, emceed by Pat Cashman, will celebrate the success of small business with a continental breakfast and recognition of this year’s winners. http://www.kingcounty.gov/exec/constantine/BusinessAward.aspx
ABOUT MAGNUM PRINT SOLUTIONS
Magnum Print Solutions is a manufacturer, wholesale distributor and direct supplier of Magnum brand toner cartridges nationally and internationally. Magnum also provides onsite supplies management, office machine sales and service for businesses in the Pacific Northwest. In 2012 Magnum was named one of 50 Green Companies in Washington State and received a Governor’s Award in recognition of their efforts to recruit, hire and promote individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment. In 2009 and 2010, Magnum was named one of the top 100 fastest growing private companies in Washington State. In 2011, Magnum was named one of Inc. Magazine’s 500/5000 fastest growing companies across the country.
www.magnumlaser.com
Are you looking at repairing your office printer or copier? Is it better to purchase something new? What are the costs to replace versus repair? Magnum looks into this question in the newest addition of Magnum News.