Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: FRIDAY, October 13, 1995 TAG: 9510130060
SECTION: BUSINESS PAGE: B-8 EDITION: METRO
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Xerox Corp. on Thursday took the wraps off two machines that not only copy but scan, fax, collate and staple papers, all at the direction of software placed in a desktop computer.
They are the first ``Document Centre Systems,'' a family of products Xerox hopes will become a key accessory in offices.
A key goal, Xerox executives said, is to reduce the number of steps it takes to reproduce documents. Typically, a person who has created a document on a computer uses a printer to make the first version and then a copier for the rest. This is especially true if many copies are needed or if the document is complex, needing two-sided printing or collating.
- Associated Press
Playskool recalls 300,000 high chairs
WASHINGTON - Playskool is recalling more than 300,000 plastic high chairs because cracks in the joints may cause them to collapse, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said Thursday.
The toy maker says it has received 10 reports of injuries involving its 1-2-3 High Chairs, including bumps, bruises and one concussion.
Consumers should inspect the chairs for cracks and contact Playskool for either a free repair kit or a replacement chair.
The company also has asked merchants to stop selling the product until repair kits can be included with each chair, the agency said.
About 300,000 of the chairs were sold nationwide between May 1994 and October 1995. Playskool can be reached at (800) 752-9755.
- Associated Press
Computer firm sold, but jobs are safe
RICHMOND - First Step Computers, a Richmond-based company operating an office in Roanoke, has been purchased by Bell Industries Inc., but the jobs of the 65 workers are safe, the company said. The Apple dealer specializes in training programs.
Although some of the workers may have to retrain, none will be laid off, said First Step President Walter F. Manley III.
Chris Ferry, regional vice president for Los Angeles-based Bell Industries, said the company bought First Step to broaden its reach.
Bell Industries, which operates 50 offices with 2,000 workers, reported almost $500 million in sales last year. It distributes electronic components, as well as graphic arts, recreational and automotive products.
- Associated Press
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