The ‘without-comparison’ Ilford product range is now available on cielab's new print and graphic arts consumables website consumables.com.au.
Independent colour-management specialist, cielab, has been appointed as agent for the Ilford inkjet product range.
Cielab MD Michael Rooney says, “Ilford is one of the best quality products in the world with regard to water-based inkjet printing. They are particular about who they allow to sell their brand, because it must be supported properly. So it’s very exciting for us to have been appointed the agents for Ilford and Omnijet, which is the economy Ilford range. Omnijet products generally compare in price with some of the cheaper Asian or unbranded products, but the quality is far superior.
“It was one of those matches made in heaven,” Michael says, “cielab aligns very well with Ilford because we have very much the same business ethic. We both want to over-service and deliver more than expected.”
Ilford discounts available online
Michael says being able to order Ilford products online will be a huge benefit for customers.
“Many in the industry have a strong liking for the Ilford range,” he says, “but because it hasn't been very heavily promoted for a while, they haven’t known where they could get it from. Now they will not only have easy access to Ilford, they will also be able to purchase online and take advantage of the discounts available at our online consumables store.”
And on consumables, Michael says the price businesses pay for their consumables shouldn’t depend on how well they can negotiate with the rep!
“At consumables.com.au, our prices are competitive and clearly listed. On top of that, we offer volume discounts, so if you buy five rolls of something you get a good price, but if you buy 10 rolls, you get an even better price. Or you can just buy one – whatever suits you.
“Our security is unique, with 128-bit encryption,” Michael adds, “and it all happens live online."
Regional and rural businesses have already found the site an advantage. They simply log on, order what they need, the price is worked out instantly, and their order is delivered within a few days. A freight calculator shows instantly what the cost of delivery will be, so the total cost is known before an order is confirmed.
Delivery depends on location, but averages around five days, or two-three days for the east coast. Delivery ETA notifications can be tracked for all orders both online and via email.
This unique online service is backed by industry specialists with the knowledge and expertise to support any questions regarding the range of products available on line. Michael Rooney, in particular, is an acknowledged colour management expert — and loves to share his knowledge!
Visit consumables.com.au or cielab.com.au for information.
Cielab will be at the Visual Impact Image Expo in Sydney (Oct 30th to Nov 1st) on stand 78.
