LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —  (CES 2018 booth 42964) — Today, Ricohunveiled a compact, affordable Direct to Garment (DTG) printer that empowers users to quickly and easily produce high-quality applications on a variety of fabrics. The RICOH Ri 100 fits easily on desks and counters, combining with its ease-of-use to make it a perfect fit for environments not traditionally dedicated to print, such as souvenir shops and small businesses. As many organizations and individuals seek ways to expand their portfolios or enhance brand loyalty, the RICOH Ri 100 is a cost-effective way to achieve these goals.

“As Ricoh continues to invest in the industrial print market, we do so with one goal in mind – to make it easier for our customers to grow their businesses,” said John Fulena, Vice President, Commercial and Industrial Printing Business Group, Ricoh USA, Inc. “The RICOH Ri 100 fits perfectly into that mission: it’s affordable; it’s easy to use; it works fast to produce quality, unique applications.”

Businesses, municipalities and other organizations have long recognized the impact of branded t-shirts, canvas bags, pillows and other fabrics, but questions around cost, customization and control have prevented many from taking advantage. The RICOH Ri 100 eliminates those concerns by putting the power of DTG printing directly in the hands of these organizations while allowing for cost-effective one-off and short run prints to help supply meet demand. Users can choose between ready-out-of-the-box Ricoh Design Software to create and print designs or an RPCS driver, which allows users to create designs with their preferred software of their choice before printing.

Additionally, the RICOH Ri 100 is bundled with an intuitive heating system that removes wrinkles from fabric, creating a smooth surface for printing, and then cures the ink after, helping to fix the design in place for long lasting, colorfast prints. The heating unit was designed with simplicity and safety in mind, helping […]

MALVERN, Pa., Dec. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Ricoh has been named a gold winner for Most Environmentally Responsible Company of the Year in Best in Biz Awards, the only independent business awards program judged each year by prominent editors and reporters from top-tier publications in North America.

The award for Most Environmentally Responsible Company of the Year is the latest recognition for Ricoh’s ambitious sustainability efforts, including the global organization’s commitment to using a minimum of 30 percent renewable energy by 2030 and 100 percent by 2050. In 2017, Ricoh USA, Inc. was named ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year for the second consecutive year as its number of ENERGY STAR certified products increased by 27.2 percent. In addition, Ricoh has programs that extend its sustainable practices beyond its traditional business, including:

• The Ricoh Family Group Eco Excellence Program to educate dealer partners
• The Ricoh Global Eco Action Month to educate employees
• Awarding the Ricoh Sustainability Development Award to a high school student who develops innovations that strengthen environmental sustainability

Each year, Best in Biz Awards’ entrants span the spectrum, from some of the most innovative local start-ups to the most recognizable global brands. The seventh annual program was particularly hotly contested, with more than 650 entries from an impressive array of public and private companies of all sizes and from a variety of industries and geographic regions in the U.S. and Canada. Best in Biz Awards 2017 honors were presented in 65 categories, including Company of the Year, Fastest-Growing Company, Most Innovative Company, Best Place to Work, Support Department, Executive of the Year, Most Innovative Product, Best New Product, App, Event and Website of the Year.

“Environmental sustainability is a major focus for us at Ricoh, so every benchmark, every milestone, every honor is incredibly encouraging,” said Glenn Laverty, Senior Vice President of Ricoh Americas Marketing and President & CEO of Ricoh Canada. “This particular recognition reinforces that […]

MALVERN, Pa., Oct. 24, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Ricoh today announced that a new IDC MarketScape report noted that Ricoh’s “security solutions portfolio, combined with core competencies in managed services, infrastructure services, workflow services, and software development, help position the firm as one of the leading vendors for addressing security within the print and document environment.” Ricoh was named a Leader in the “IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Security Solutions and Services Hardcopy 2017 Vendor Assessment.” This robust services and solutions portfolio has grown out of Ricoh’s global, customer-driven approach to security innovation.

Committed to empowering digital workplaces, Ricoh combines its security services and expertise, experience and training with a portfolio of Ricoh and partner solutions. This portfolio provides a variety of options and needed expertise that helps customers find a solution customized for their unique situation. “Ricoh should also be on the short list when users are looking for a true partner in an ongoing engagement to address evolving technology and compliance changes in real time,” according to the report’s Consider Ricoh When section.

“From our analysis, it is evident Ricoh places a premium on security. Every product and service has been designed from the bottom up with security in mind,” said Robert Palmer, Research Director, Imaging, Printing, and Document Solutions, IDC. “Ricoh has established a broad base of both owned technology and partner solutions to address security concerns for customers of all sizes and industries. Its expansive program includes: device and application security; cybersecurity, including network infrastructure to information security; and protection of data and content. All of this is successfully supported by its global service delivery model, which helps set it apart from many of its competitors.”

The report also recognized Ricoh’s global service delivery model as enabling the company “to deliver consulting services in a standard and consistent manner.”

“At Ricoh, we say that security is in our DNA,” said David Levine, Vice President of […]

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 11, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — SGIA EXPO, Booth 1351 – Ricoh USA, Inc. today announced that Designtex will become a premier beta site for the just announced RICOH Pro T7210. This newest addition to Ricoh’s Commercial & Industrial Printing Business Group’s portfolio enables businesses like Designtex to handle diverse materials of varied thicknesses such as walls, windows and seating. Attendees of SGIA EXPO October 10-12 in New Orleansare invited to take a look at the new T7210 in Ricoh’s booth 1351.

Designtex, the leading company in the design and manufacturing of applied materials for the built environment, boasts an evolving catalog of more than 8,000 materials. A recognized innovator, the company is known for its rigorous and dedicated approach to research and development of textiles and wallcoverings with reduced environmental impact. Designtex designs are used by corporations, government and private institutions, education, retail, hospitality and healthcare environments, as well as entertainment and sporting arenas in the United Statesand around the world.

“Designtex has high standards for architectural surface customization and we feel strongly that the T7210 will prove to be a significant new platform for the advancement of digitally imaged products,” said Carol Derby V.P. Research & Development, Designtex.

The RICOH Pro T7210 is a wide-format flatbed printer designed to bring low-maintenance reliability and ease-of-use to the decorative-printing market. Leveraging Ricoh’s innovative, patented inkjet printheads, the new RICOH Pro T7210 offers customers the ability to handle diverse materials of varied thicknesses, with support for substrates up to 4.3 inches thick with a print size of 6.9 feet by 10.5 feet. That large print area allows users to print on one four-foot-by-eight-foot board or a variety of pre-cut pieces. A media gap sensor automatically adjusts table height to accommodate media of various thicknesses. These features combine to allow users to print directly on a variety of materials that may traditionally be considered too unwieldy to print on directly, such as […]

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — (SGIA EXPO, Booth 1351) — Ricoh USA, Inc. is celebrating more than 30 years at the forefront of the inkjet industry, a market it continues to revolutionize and redefine. Its commitment to pushing inkjet boldly forward with new applications and offerings is illustrated by many industry-shaping launches including “solid ink” technology, the first-ever Grand Format Billboard printer powered by Ricoh’s inkjet technology, and the first drop on demand inkjet solution for high-volume document production. Ricoh will be celebrating these milestone accomplishments – along with displaying many of the newest inkjet solutions that continue to help customers broaden revenue streams – at SGIA EXPO, October 10-12, in New Orleans. Attendees are invited to take a look at Ricoh, Booth 1351.

Ricoh’s inkjet innovations span an impressive gamut: drop-on-demand piezoelectric printheads used by many vendors around the world due to their speed and efficiency; developments in 3D printing; and leveraging inkjet for new and exciting ways to print on substrates such as metal, wood and other décor. Ricoh’s development of inkjet technology, with the introduction in 1995 of the first Grand Format Billboard printer, enabled developers to replace a “spray gun” approach which delivered print quality improvements four times over (300 dpi compared to 72 dpi). Further advancing inkjet technology are the high temperature operating characteristics of Ricoh “solid ink” technology which enable emerging 3D printing applications, leading to the production of pioneering medical devices such as prosthetics, hearing aids and dental appliances.

When Ricoh’s InfoPrint 5000 debuted in 2007, it was the first inkjet platform to simplify the full color inkjet process due to the speed and efficiency of digital technology. The InfoPrint 5000 proved not only that inkjet was viable, but that its potential was enormous. From there, Ricoh set out to help develop that potential and has done so with its continued development of award-winning continuous feed platforms […]

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — SGIA EXPO, Booth 1351 — Ricoh USA, Inc. today unveiled its plans for SGIA EXPO, where its recently formed Commercial & Industrial Printing Business Group will showcase the rapid growth of its industrial print portfolio and inkjet developments. A mix of brand-new, recently announced and proven offerings will be on display, along with on-site experts ready to explain how Ricoh can help them broaden revenue streams. Attendees of SGIA EXPO, taking place October 10-12 in New Orleans, are invited to take a look at Ricoh in booth 1351.

“The signage and graphics markets are incredibly exciting right now, as the quality and accessibility of technology continues to grow,” said John Fulena, Vice President, Commercial & Industrial Printing Business Group, Ricoh USA, Inc. “Our recently formed organization is evolving just as fast, as we look to uncover new and better ways to serve these markets. Where we are this year is vastly different from where we were last year, and we expect to be able to say the same at this time next year. This is an industry that demands constant innovation and growth, and that’s a pace Ricoh was designed to sustain.”

Ricoh’s industrial print offerings and experts are helping customers, established and new to the market, to broaden their revenue streams:

• Ricoh’s unique, consultative approach to customer engagement will be featured at SGIA.  Consultants, analysts, engineers and operators will be on hand to discuss ways to help customers uncover new routes to growth and workflow optimization. These include a total customer lifecycle engagement model and tools such as Web to Print, Print Management Information System (MIS) and campaign management solutions that can help increase uptime and overall productivity.
• The newly announced RICOH Pro T7210 is a wide-format flatbed printer designed to bring low-maintenance reliability and ease-of-use to the decorative-printing market. Leveraging Ricoh’s innovative inkjet printheads, the new RICOH Pro T7210 offers […]
  

MALVERN, Pa., Oct. 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Ricoh USA, Inc. has unveiled a new wide-format flatbed printer designed to bring low-maintenance reliability and ease-of-use to the decorative-printing market. The new RICOH Pro T7210 offers customers the ability to handle diverse materials of varied thicknesses, helping them to further broaden their revenue streams. This newest portfolio addition is the culmination of decades of Ricoh’s commitment to innovation and to building solutions and offerings that meet the needs of customers around the world. The T7210 will be on display at SGIA EXPO, October 10-12 in New Orleans, in Ricoh booth 1351.

“The business model for décor printing is evolving with increased demand for shorter runs and faster delivery times for custom and ‘small-batch’ wall coverings, flooring, furniture and tile,” said John Fulena, Vice President, Commercial & Industrial Printing Business Group, Ricoh USA, Inc. “The T7210 gives printers the ability to do all of that, and it makes doing it easy, and effective. Whether a manufacturer is new to the décor market or an industry veteran looking for a low-maintenance, high-quality flatbed to grow revenues, the T7210 is a great fit.”

Ricoh defines industrial printing as wide format printing and printing done as a part of the manufacturing process to produce finished goods e.g. garments, textiles, metals, architectural components.  To effectively address print as a part of the manufacturing process, manufacturers need devices that offer wide media flexibility. The T7210 supports substrates up to 4.3 inches thick with a print size of 6.9 feet by 10.5 feet. That large print area allows users to print on one four-foot-by-eight-foot board or a variety of pre-cut pieces. For instance, three three-foot-by-six-foot boards can be printed on together at the same time. These features combine to allow users to print directly on a variety of materials that may traditionally be considered too unwieldy to print on directly, saving time, labor and resources.

The T7210’s […]

CHICAGO, Sept. 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — PRINT 17, Booth #2022 — Building on its ten years of production printing leadership, Ricoh USA, Inc. today announced its continued collaboration with customers to pioneer new solutions to tomorrow’s challenges. Edwards Brothers Malloy, OSG Billing Services and Heeter have each expanded their partnerships with Ricoh in unique ways as they look to better serve their respective markets. Edwards Brothers Malloy has enhanced its print capabilities, traditionally reserved for book printing, to attract new commercial print customers and create additional revenue streams. OSG has significantly grown its ability to handle high-quality, high-volume jobs, operating simultaneously in several locations. Heeter leverages Ricoh’s expertise with inkjet and sheet-fed products, as well as offering vibrant, consistent color to clients across various channels and devices through the use of Ricoh Color Management Services. These three successes demonstrate Ricoh’s unique approach to partnerships centered on tailored solutions that address customers’ unique business environments and desired outcomes.

“Seeing these successes grouped together does so much to highlight our commitment to building strong partnerships by listening to our customers, and tailoring solutions to meet their needs,” said Jeff Paterra, Executive Vice President, Commercial & Industrial Printing Business Group, Ricoh Americas. “Whether businesses are building on a strong track record, looking for expert guidance to get to the next step, or trying to pivot to an entirely new customer base, we encourage them to take a look at Ricoh. Our team approaches each conversation as a two-way street, so we can put our expertise to work for their unique needs. Our partners’ insight is an integral part of how we decide to grow and develop our portfolio – and these three industry leaders are examples of just that.”

Edwards Brothers Malloy, a well-established book manufacturer, turned to long-time partner Ricoh when it wanted to add to its offerings and further extend its direct marketing capabilities. In addition to the InfoPrint 5000 Edwards […]

CHICAGO, Sept. 11, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — (PRINT 17, Booth #2022) — Ricoh USA, Inc. today announced its plans for PRINT 17, highlighting its investments in the people, processes and technologies that help customers grow their businesses. Attendees are invited to take a look at new and proven offerings for its current and future customers. The company’s recently formed Commercial & Industrial Printing Business Group’s commitment to invest in solutions that help customers achieve graphic greatness, put growth in motion and broaden revenue streams will be on full display at the industry’s leading event, PRINT 17, September 10-14.

“This is a uniquely exciting moment in production print history,” said John Fulena, Vice President, Commercial & Industrial Printing Business Group, Ricoh USA, Inc. “So much is changing, and so many printers are looking for new and creative ways to adapt and thrive. In times of change, customers look to those who know what has worked in the past, what’s working now and what is well-positioned to work in the future. We are proud to be that partner for our customers, through our constantly evolving portfolio and our holistic, customer-centric, tailored approach.”

Ricoh’s digital presses are empowering printers to achieve graphic greatness at PRINT 17 through color, speed, volume, and consulting expertise:

• The RICOH Pro C7110X five-color digital press will be on display boasting expanded 5th color capabilities. At a time when effective print is required to drive differentiation, the eye-catching colors of the RICOH Pro C7110X are a game-changer. The new Neon Pink enhances images, providing crucial highlights or graphic color, even combining with other process shades to create a neon palette that pops on a variety of media, including textured media and synthetics. Ricoh will have a technology display of Ultraviolet Security Red toner which will add an enhanced layer of protection for ticket or pass verification. This security feature only appears when exposed under UV light, helping to reduce fraud. […]