Software & Equipment Notifications Important Announcements and Security Updates
Tariff Update
April 17, 2025
The following is an important update regarding the international trade tariffs and their impact on pricing.
Due to recent developments, including the implementation of tariffs, as well as significant increases in the domestic steel and aluminum indexes, we are monitoring carefully the impact that these developments may have on our products. Although BlueCrest manufactures primarily in the United States, we source materials globally for the most competitive costs and highest quality possible. These changes will have an impact on our supply chain and overall production costs, and we are doing everything possible to minimize these impacts.
We are implementing two different pricing strategies to counter these market effects.
First, we will be adding in the effects of potential tariffs into our pricing for equipment, spares, parts and supplies. We believe this is easier to navigate and manage than a temporary surcharge. We also believe we have a good estimate of what the impact of the tariffs will be and can therefore build it into our prices.
Second, for all international equipment shipments, we will quote these on a case-by-case basis. This is much more complicated, and possibly costly, and we want to make sure we work through each one with our customers, employees, and possible dealer partners to come up with the best possible outcome.
BlueCrest is taking steps like optimizing its global supply chain to minimize tariff exposure. We’re actively managing our supply chain—sourcing strategically, negotiating with suppliers, and leveraging our U.S. manufacturing base to reduce tariff impacts to the best of our abilities. We’re also exploring all options to keep costs down, from material sourcing shifts to potential tariff exemptions where applicable.
We will continue to provide regular updates as we navigate this very dynamic tariff situation. We greatly appreciate your understanding and continued support. Thank you for your business and for being a valued customer.
WS_FTP Server Software Potential Vulnerability
WS_FTP Server Software Notification
Important Notification: Potential Vulnerability
BlueCrest provided DC Verify servers with WS_FTP Server software installed may be at risk of potential vulnerabilities.
The WS_FTP software is a qualified 3rd party software application that is at times used for file transfers between client servers and inserter operations (DC Verify File Server) to bring inserter mail run files down into the inserter environment for processing.
The security and integrity of your data are of utmost importance to us. Please be advised of the steps BlueCrest is taking and that you may be required to take to address this potential vulnerability.
To ensure the safety of your servers, we kindly request your prompt cooperation.
Affected BlueCrest DC Verify Servers
Windows Server 2022 & 2016 If your server is maintained under a BlueCrest Equipment Maintenance Agreement (EMA), please note that we are proactively working with your BlueCrest service team to assess and remediate the vulnerability, as and if required. If your server is not maintained under an EMA or you are not certain whether the server is maintained under an EMA, please contact your BlueCrest service representative or BlueCrest service support at the email address noted below.
Windows Server 2012 & 2008(OLDER End-of-Service Platforms) These server versions are very old and prior EOS (End of Service) communications have been announced. It is highly recommended that IF any of these servers are still onsite that they be immediately (i) disconnected from the internet and (ii) replaced to address the risk.
We understand the urgency of this matter and are committed to providing any necessary guidance and recommended actions to mitigate potential risk. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact BlueCrest service support at wsftp.support@bluecrestinc.com or your BlueCrest account representative.
Your security is our top priority, and we appreciate your immediate attention to this matter.
Thank you for your cooperation in safeguarding your systems against potential vulnerabilities.
