SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 15, 2025 - Ricoh showcases future-forward solutions to meet the evolving demands of industrial textile printing at Europe’s leading print industry event
Bold innovations in digital textile printing take center stage
Ricoh is set to captivate attendees at this year’s FESPA Global Print Expo 2025, happening at Messe Berlin from May 6 to 9, by unveiling its latest high-performance textile production technologies. As Europe’s foremost exhibition for screen, digital, wide format, and textile printing, FESPA offers the perfect stage for Ricoh to spotlight its next-generation solutions tailored to industrial markets and apparel decorators alike.
“Ricoh technology powers a wide range of industrial solutions and we are looking forward to demonstrating real life applications at FESPA. The potential for innovative development with partners and clients is limitless,” says Graham Kennedy, General Manager, Industrial Solutions, Ricoh Printing Solutions Europe.
Speed, precision, and versatility in one seamless system
A main highlight at the Ricoh booth will be the RICOH Pro™ D1600 DTF—a system that redefines on-demand textile production. Engineered to meet the high-volume needs of industrial environments, this advanced direct-to-film printer achieves printing speeds over 20 sqm per hour and accommodates media widths up to 1300mm. At its core are Ricoh’s renowned industrial printheads, ensuring efficient, durable, and versatile performance with minimal maintenance.
Vibrant apparel production made easy
For businesses specializing in garment decoration, Ricoh will present the Ri 4000 DTG printer, optimized for polyester fabrics. This direct-to-garment solution is built with an inbuilt pre-treatment process, streamlining production while maintaining consistent, vibrant print quality. Apparel decorators and designers will benefit from an affordable and efficient industrial printing solution that fits seamlessly into modern workflows.
Smarter printing with color accuracy at the forefront
Ensuring reliable and consistent color management across Ricoh’s textile systems is ColorGATE Productionserver Version 24—a powerful RIP software developed by ColorGATE, a Ricoh company. It plays a pivotal role in managing and optimizing output for all showcased textile printers at the expo.
Sustainability and local production come together
Ricoh’s textile solutions are designed with sustainability in mind. By enabling just-in-time, on-demand, and local production, Ricoh’s technology helps businesses reduce waste, maximize material use, and eliminate unnecessary transportation, supporting more sustainable operations across the textile supply chain.
Expanding into high-viscosity fluid and coating applications
Another innovation that will be turning heads is Ricoh’s Valvejet technology, geared towards the industrial painting and coating market. This solution supports higher viscosity fluids, longer throw distances, and larger drop sizes, enabling customized applications such as tyre printing for the high-end customization segment.
Accelerating innovation through collaboration
Ricoh also emphasizes the importance of R&D collaboration in the fragmented industrial print ecosystem. With a focus on elements like printheads, drive electronics, drop watching, and curing, the company aims to guide developers and suppliers through the complex production pipeline, enabling faster time-to-market for new innovations.
Join Ricoh at FESPA 2025 and explore the future of industrial textile printing
Attendees of FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 will gain exclusive insights into Ricoh’s cutting-edge solutions and how they are shaping the future of industrial textile printing. With a strong emphasis on versatility, efficiency, and innovation, Ricoh continues to deliver customer-centric advancements that align with the evolving needs of the print industry.
About Ricoh
Ricoh is a global leader in digital services and print solutions, supporting digital transformation and workplace innovation across nearly 200 countries. With over 85 years of heritage and sales reaching approximately USD 15.5 billion in FY2024, Ricoh is committed to empowering individuals to achieve Fulfilment through Work while driving sustainable futures.
To learn more, visit www.ricoh.com