SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 6, 2024 – Ricoh will be showcasing its commitment to innovation and automation at Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025, taking place February 24-27 in Lucerne, Switzerland. With a focus on end-to-end solutions, Ricoh will demonstrate how print service providers can optimize their workflows and boost productivity.
Powerful Hardware and Intelligent Software
At the heart of Ricoh's presentation will be its impressive lineup of high-speed inkjet and toner-based printing systems. These include the Ricoh Pro™ VC80000, Ricoh Pro™ VC40000, and Ricoh Pro™ C9500, all designed to deliver exceptional quality and efficiency. Visitors will also experience an interactive presentation of the Ricoh Pro™ Z75 B2 inkjet press.
But it's not just about hardware. Ricoh understands the critical role of software in achieving true automation. Solutions like Ricoh TotalFlow BatchBuilder™ simplify and automate many steps in short-run digital printing, while Ricoh ProcessDirector™ captures, transforms, and manages production information for seamless tracking and control.
Predictive Insights and Advanced Automation
Ricoh is also leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) with its Ricoh Predictive Insight™ solution. This innovative technology provides data-driven insights into system usage and operator productivity, optimizing uptime and throughput while minimizing downtime.
Further enhancing automation is the new Print Line and Finishing Interface (PLF-I), an open-source protocol that revolutionizes communication between printing systems and finishing solutions. This enables seamless integration and improved automation across the entire production workflow.
Color Management and Sustainability
Ricoh's commitment to quality extends to color management with the Ricoh Auto Color Adjuster. This solution ensures simple, fast, and accurate color management, guaranteeing consistent quality across all systems and jobs.
Sustainability is also a key focus for Ricoh. Visitors to Hunkeler Innovationdays can see firsthand the company's collaboration with Green Gift Cards to produce fully recyclable gift and customer cards. This innovative solution significantly reduces CO2 emissions compared to traditional PVC cards.
Eef de Ridder, Vice President, Graphic Communications at Ricoh Europe, emphasizes the importance of automation: "Automation has the potential to empower every stage of the print production process. AI and ML deliver greater understanding, operational enhancements and touchless workflows that reduce workloads and increase productivity. Building on the 'Connect' theme of Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025, Ricoh will demonstrate how automation continues to elevate hardware and software capabilities, allowing commercial, transactional, and enterprise printers greater freedom to competently and confidently expand their service offering.”1
Experience the Future of Print Production
Ricoh's presence at Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025 promises to be a showcase of cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. Visit Ricoh's booth in Hall 2, Stand P6, to experience the future of print production and discover how automation can transform your business.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Ricoh showcasing at Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025?
Ricoh is showcasing its end-to-end automation solutions for increased productivity, including high-speed inkjet and toner-based printing systems, software solutions, and AI-powered predictive insights.
2. How does Ricoh's automation technology benefit print service providers?
Ricoh's automation technology helps print service providers optimize their workflows, increase productivity, reduce downtime, and improve color management.
3. What is the Ricoh Predictive Insight™ solution?
Ricoh Predictive Insight™ is an AI-powered solution that provides data-driven insights into system usage and operator productivity, helping to optimize uptime and throughput.
4. What is the Print Line and Finishing Interface (PLF-I)?
The PLF-I is an open-source protocol that enables seamless communication between printing systems and finishing solutions, improving automation across the entire production workflow.
5. How is Ricoh addressing sustainability in print production?
Ricoh is collaborating with Green Gift Cards to produce fully recyclable gift and customer cards, significantly reducing CO2 emissions compared to traditional PVC cards.