EPSON SA announces Channel Tec as new distributor in Botswana

Issued by Text 100 for Epson SA
Johannesburg, 11 Sep 2002

EPSON announced today that Channel Technologies Inc. (Channel Tec), the first computer distribution company to establish and set up operations in Botswana, has been appointed as EPSON`s official distributor. Channel Tec has been tasked with distributing EPSON`s large format printers, projectors and scanners.

"Channel Tec`s capabilities within Botswana and impressive track-record since 1992, ensures that the company will deliver timely, accessible, comprehensive marketing and after-sales support for EPSON products within the market place", says Hans Dummer, general manager of EPSON South Africa.

"We are particularly enthusiastic to include EPSON`s products in our offering to meet the present Botswana market needs," explains Meempat Narayan, managing director from Channel Tec.

EPSON

Seiko Epson Corporation is a progressive company that increases its corporate value through its innovative and creative culture. The company`s main product lines comprise information-related equipment such as printers and projectors; electronic devices such as semiconductors, LCDs and crystal devices; and precision products, especially watches. A global leader in high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, and energy efficiency, Seiko Epson Corporation had fiscal 2000 sales of 1,341 billion yen and a workforce of 69,700 employees.

For further information about EPSON South Africa and its products, log on to www.EPSON.co.za

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