InfoPrint Brings Touch Screen Technology To Latest Workgroup Models
InfoPrint Solutions Company, the joint venture between IBM and Ricoh, today announced the expansion of its broad portfolio of workgroup solutions. This latest launch brings a touch screen monochrome device for larger workgroups alongside a compact color multi-function device to its existing range.
The InfoPrint 1892 is a ground breaking single-function monochrome A4 (8.5 inch x 11 inch) laser printer featuring a color touch screen control panel. The solution provides larger workgroups instant access to preloaded and customizable applications. Features include:
• Built-in duplex as standard, with print speeds of 55 pages per minute (ppm) and a wide choice of paper handling options
• Forms and Favorites, a selection of customer-specific forms accessible via the touch screen interface to enable instant printing of documents and Web pages, without using a computer
• Eco-settings that help conserve energy when in idle mode, while reducing wasted pages and toner on printed jobs
• Personalization options, to allows businesses to display a company logo or customize a background image, ideal for use in large multi-location businesses
• “Change Language” function, which can be enabled during setup, so users in multi-lingual environments can easily change the display language
• Optimized time-to-first-page for short jobs Extra input drawers can expand capacity up to 4,300 sheets, alongside finishing options such as a StapleSmart II™ Finisher and five bin mailboxes
InfoPrint Launches Latest Monochrome Multifunctional Workgroup Printers
BOULDER, Colo. – October 13, 2009 – InfoPrint Solutions Company, a joint venture between IBM and Ricoh, today announced the further expansion of its workgroup line with the addition of new wide-format monochrome multifunctional printers (MFP). These latest solutions provide users with ongoing price and performance choices, with the comfort of InfoPrint’s dedication to sustainability at the heart each offering.
The new models – the InfoPrint 1948 MFP, InfoPrint 1968 MFP, InfoPrint 1988 MFP and InfoPrint 1985 – offer sophisticated networked printing for large workgroups, alongside innovative cost- and time-saving features. Their multi-function options remove the need for single devices such as fax or scanner, while high speeds and performance enable scalability and help reduce the total cost of ownership. Detailed finishing options make it easy to handle complex tasks such as booklet-making and hole-punching.
Consolidating multiple devices
"The new InfoPrint 1948 MFP, InfoPrint 1968 MFP, and InfoPrint 1988 MFP make device consolidation easy,” said Paul Preo, Vice President, Distributed Solutions, InfoPrint Solutions Company. "These MFPs can be placed in a central location to service multiple departments, and connect easily to a network allowing users to quickly remove underutilised, expensive single function devices such as fax machines, ink jet printers, and individual desktop printers.”
Arcis Digital Security Certifies the InfoPrint 5000 for Secure Document Printing
CHICAGO - (PRINT 09), September 8, 2009 –InfoPrint Solutions Company, the joint venture between IBM and Ricoh, today announced an agreement with Arcis Digital Security Inc. to certify the InfoPrint 5000 industry-leading full-colour continuous forms production printing system for Digital Void Pantograph production.
With Digital Void Pantograph support, the InfoPrint 5000 is enabled to print secure documents like cheques, statements, rebates, gift certificates and coupons in high volumes on plain paper. This solution embeds hidden warnings, such as words or images, into the document background that will become visible if the document is copied, scanned, or viewed with a hand-held verifier to help prevent document misuse or forgery.
"Our patent-pending Digital Void Pantograph technology is unique to the industry and will allow InfoPrint customers to have access to a well-recognised anti-copy technology in a newly developed digital format as an alternative to buying pre-printed security paper stock," said Andrew McTaggart, Managing Director, of Arcis Digital Security Inc. “The InfoPrint 5000’s print quality is exceptionally positioned to produce secure documents with our one-of-a-kind Digital Void Pantographs.”
With the Digital Void Pantograph technology, InfoPrint 5000 customers can:
InfoPrint Launches Latest Monochrome Cutsheet Machines for Flexible Light Production Printing
InfoPrint Solutions Company, a joint venture between IBM and Ricoh, today announced the addition of six new models to its monochrome cutsheet portfolio, bringing high performance solutions to transactional and Print On Demand (POD) customers.
The InfoPrint Pro 907, InfoPrint Pro 1107 and InfoPrint Pro 1357 printer-only models are designed for users in data centers, service bureaus and in-plant organizations looking to print and finish transactional documents. All three models support the preferred transaction print data stream, native InfoPrint IPDS (Intelligent Printer Datastream), to provide true page-level error recovery. At up to 135 impressions per minute (ipm), and duty cycles of 1.9 million impressions per month, they provide fast, dependable, high quality printing while protecting mission-critical variable data.
The new printer/copier models, designated by EX, are ideal for POD jobs. InfoPrint Pro 907EX, InfoPrint Pro 1107EX and InfoPrint Pro 1357EX are fast, powerful, versatile and compact models to handle multiple print applications and workflows, usually in quick turnaround situations. The standard hard drive on these three models can be used to store and manipulate jobs to expedite booklets, utilize variable data and change page order. The POD focused units offer versatile media support, including printing on tabs, coated stock and labels. The EX models also support an external EFI Fiery print server, offering complex job building and print queue manipulation.
All six models are modular and configurable to meet the needs of transaction and POD customers. With fast print speeds, high quality 1,200 dpi printing and robust finishing capabilities, there’s no need to outsource jobs any longer. The generous input and output capacities, media decurler unit, TCRU (Trained Customer Replaceable Units) service components and ultrasonic multi-feed detection sensor on all units increase up-time and enable long runs. All models can provide support for multiple datastreams, variable data printing, mixed-plex and mixed-media printing and multiple inline finishing choices to expedite job completion.
InfoPrint Solutions Company Launches InfoPrint Pro C900AFP Color Cutsheet Printer
Boulder, Co. – August 18, 2009 InfoPrint Solutions Company, a joint venture between IBM and Ricoh, today announced the latest addition to its high-speed digital color cutsheet portfolio for the production and mid-market sectors, the InfoPrint Pro C900AFP.
This latest Advanced Function Presentation (AFP) version of InfoPrint’s Pro C900 powerhouse line-up is ideal for users transitioning from monochrome to color, or looking to introduce TransPromo, the combination of personalized data and information on transactional documents such as statements and invoices. It is aimed at users in data centers, service bureaus and direct mailers, especially those customers currently using AFP.
The InfoPrint Pro C900AFP and its InfoPrint-developed AFP print controller leverage the AFP architecture to print transactional documents with the reliability, integrity and productivity that customers expect. AFP allows the presentation of pages containing a robust mixture of different data types. Customers currently using applications developed using FS45 color support as well as those implementing new applications that leverage the Color Management Object Content Architecture (CMOCA) can use the InfoPrint Pro C900AFP to confidently print their output.
Additionally, by using the InfoPrint 5000 emulation profile, high volume customers using this continuous form color printer can utilize the InfoPrint Pro C900AFP for short runs, application development and reprints. High capacity input and output options and the ability to load toner on the fly enable long, unattended print runs.
InfoPrint Solutions Company Establishes Leadership in Digital Color Production Printing
Boulder, Colo. – July 15, 2009 – InfoPrint Solutions Company, a joint venture between IBM and Ricoh, today announced its leadership in the digital color production space with more than 50 global installations of its full-color, continuous forms inkjet drop-on-demand printing system, the InfoPrint 5000. Many of these systems have been implemented to enable TransPromo applications, as well as to produce Print-On-Demand (POD) books.
The InfoPrint 5000 has been selected by customers in countries including the US, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan and India, due to its high speed, quality of output, reliability and ease of use, in conjunction with InfoPrint’s renowned support and professional services.
This leadership in the continuous-form inkjet market was confirmed by a recent IDC study.* According to this study, the company’s InfoPrint 5000 commanded the leading 2008 share in the fastest growing continuous-form printer segment, inkjet systems.
“InfoPrint was the first to market with a drop-on-demand digital color production printer and we have demonstrated our experience and leadership. The InfoPrint 5000 is in the sweet spot of high volume, high quality color at a competitive price and is a comprehensive offering with hardware, software, services, finishing, partnerships and support,” said George Promis, Vice President for Color Solutions and Technology Alliances, InfoPrint Solutions Company. “We are working closely with our customers around the world to support them in transforming their businesses as well as helping improve their bottom line.”
BERTL Announces BERTL's Best Spring 2009 Award Winners
FAIRFIELD, N.J., June 4, 2009 — BERTL, a leading independent testing facility for digital imaging devices and workflow
solutions, is pleased to announce that the winners of its BERTL's Best Spring 2009
Awards are now available at www.BERTL.com!
The economy may have been slow these past six months, but that hasn't stopped this industry from putting out some
impressive solutions and devices. BERTL analysts have had their hands full testing a great many of them and they're ready to share their choices for the BERTL's Best Spring 2009 Awards!
BERTL has presented the following winners with BERTL's Best Spring 2009 Awards: Canon, eCopy, EFI, Epson, Equitrac, FMAudit, Hewlett Packard, InfoPrint, IRIS, KIP, Konica Minolta, Kyocera Mita, Lexmark, Mutoh, Nuance,
Océ, OKI, Panasonic, Plustek, Print Audit, Ricoh, Sharp, Toshiba, and Xerox.
Congratulations to all the winners!
Over the years BERTL’s product testing range has become more diverse, spanning from desktop printers, to software, and
all the way to production and wide format. BERTL recognized this product diversity and has put into place several key
analysts with specific expertise in the digital imaging field.
Low Hardware Profile A Sign Of The Times At On Demand
By Tracie Hines, Associate Editor, April 13, 2009
InfoPrint Solutions Launches Monochrome MFPs to Drive Cost Saving and Efficiency
Boulder, CO, April 9, 2008 – InfoPrint Solutions Company, a joint venture between IBM and Ricoh, today announced the launch of the InfoPrint 1930 MFP and InfoPrint 1940 MFP monochrome printers, an important expansion of its broad portfolio of multi-function (MFP) workgroup solutions. These two new entry-level laser models bring to market cost- and time-saving features to meet the business pain points of many small business users. They also emphasize InfoPrint’s drive to include sustainability at the heart of all new technology development with features that save on consumables and energy costs.
Suitable for small- to medium-sized workgroups of about five to 10 users, the InfoPrint 1930 MFP and InfoPrint 1940 MFP can handle robust printing requirements at an attractive price. Both models feature:
- Print speeds of up to 40 pages per minute (ppm)1 letter and 38 ppm1 A4
- Instant warm-up fuser that delivers the first page out in as few as seven seconds
- InfoPrint’s intuitive e-Task interface that requires very little training for ease of use
- A multipurpose feeder to handle a wide variety of media
- A powerful 33.6K fax modem that quickly transmits documents for speedy customer contact
- Optional paper drawers and high-yield cartridges to reduce user intervention
- Duplex scan and copy function that automatically copies two-sided documents
“These new MFP models will serve as an important component in business device optimization solutions, allowing our customers to save money and improve productivity. For example, multiple users can now share printing, copying, faxing and scanning requirements on the same low cost device, resulting in fewer supplies to order, manage and store. And our ongoing drive to reduce our impact on the environment can also reduce the impact on customers’ bottom line by reducing paper and energy costs,” said Paul Preo, Vice President of Distributed Printing Solutions, InfoPrint Solutions Company.
InfoPrint Showcases Solutions to Drive Customer Revenues at OnDemand 2009
PHILADELPHIA, PA - March 30, 2009 - InfoPrint Solutions Company, a joint venture between IBM and Ricoh, today announces its lineup of market-leading solutions for the commercial print industry to be shown at booth 1824# at OnDemand 2009, from March 30th to April 2nd 2009.
InfoPrint will showcase solutions from its comprehensive portfolio including its suite of TransPromo Solutions; Print On Demand (POD) technologies for high quality, high speed monochrome and color output to reduce book production costs and improve productivity; and Automated Document Factory (ADF), designed to solve the challenges of postal optimization and mailroom integrity.
These will run on InfoPrint printers such as the recently launched InfoPrint Pro C900. This color cutsheet platform bridges the mid-range gap between production machines such as the full-color drop-on-demand InfoPrint 5000 and monochrome InfoPrint 4100, and the company's existing cutsheet portfolio. It also enables the creation of dynamic digital output, which is ideal for in-plant and print-for-pay customers with monthly volumes of 50,000 to 240,000 pages. At OnDemand, the InfoPrint 100 will also be on display. This is one of InfoPrint's latest continuous forms digital output solutions, providing high throughput and integrity for companies who print client invoices, direct marketing mailings, labels and distribution center picking slips.
"InfoPrint continues to work with our clients to bring them the offerings and information they need to grow revenues and respond to current market conditions, all while creating sustainable, cost-effective output," said Sandra Zoratti, Vice President, Global Marketing Manager at InfoPrint. "Ensuring our clients are learning about the latest techniques is a key part of that drive. Through initiatives such as our Meet the Experts program, we continue to educate and promote innovative implementation techniques for today's environment."

