Ricoh has unveiled the new Pro 8300 series of sheet-fed presses. Replacing the Pro 8200 mono line, the new series comprises two higher speed production models that run at 111 and 136ppm, and a smaller foot print 96ppm version designed for offices, government environment and schools.
The fastest model delivers an increased monthly duty cycle, and features a new finisher capable of 30-sheet booklet production on 80gsm and a new cover interposer with air assist supporting coated media up to 350gsm. It also has dual shift trays with a 4500 sheet stack capacity as well as trimming, and long sheet handling peripherals designed to support versatile ‘green button’ production.
The more compact press incorporates a small finisher and a shift sort output tray suited to production environments with limited space.
Both offerings use Ricoh VCSEL technology at 2400 x 4800dpi to deliver high quality print. They also both feature a 17in colour touch screen that can also be accessed on a tablet for remote operation. These also show the EFI controller interface, eliminating the need for a dedicated display.
‘This new versatile family enhances our mono sheet-fed press portfolio and responsively meets the fast-turnaround short-run production demands shaping today’s print landscape,’ said Eef de Ridder, vice president of commercial printing, Ricoh Europe. ‘Designed with the core elements of simple operation, ease of set-up and reliable streamlined workflow, they are tailored to deliver high quality results that perfectly meet the needs of these key market sectors.’
