Agfa, xpedx End Distribution Deal

xpedx and Agfa Graphics are ending their distribution agreement. The parties have agreed to an orderly wind-down of their relationship to ensure end-user customers are properly supplied during the transition. Effective Feb. 28, 2011 xpedx will no longer distribute Agfa-branded graphic products in the United States.

The decision follows Agfa’s acquisition of Pitman Co., a graphic distributor, in July, 2010. Also in July, Eastman Kodak Company named xpedx its primary national dealer and simultaneously announced it would terminate Pitman’s right to distribute Kodak products effective Oct. 5.

xpedx says it will minimize impact to customers two ways: by helping customers advance to systems from other world-class manufacturers, or transition to alternative sources for Agfa plates and graphic consumables.