New black-and-white models combine impressive performance with dynamic cloud workflow solutions to help businesses evolve with confidence
Ricoh USA, Inc. announced a powerful new lineup of A3 multifunction printers (MFPs), extending the award-winning innovation of the color RICOH IM C Series to an intelligent black-and-white platform, purpose-built to drive secure, efficient, cloud-enabled workflows and sustainable information management.
An intelligent MFP series for modern workflows
The RICOH IM 2510, IM 3510, IM 4510, IM 5510, IM 6010 and IM 7010 (RICOH IM Series) are engineered to fit into a variety of workflows with print output up to 12” x 18”. The RICOH IM Series boasts print speeds ranging from 25 to 70 ppm, scan speeds up to 300 ipm, and print and copy resolutions up to 1200 dpi.
Represents a complete print portfolio
In many ways, the new RICOH IM Series is the black-and-white equivalent of the RICOH IM C Series, incorporating key technology and components from the award-winning color A3 MFP platform. Strengthening Ricoh’s black-and-white lineup within its broader A3 and A4 print portfolio, the RICOH IM Series introduces several new features compared to the company’s previous black-and-white A3 series, including:
A new and more efficient print engine from the IM C Series that now includes longer-lasting parts, helping to increase uptime and reduce required preventative maintenance.
Device configuration is further simplified with shared finishing and paper handling options.
Ricoh’s latest-generation, Android-based Smart Operation Panel, offering users a high-performance touch-navigation experience that boosts productivity, and facilities digital workflows and print digitization through seamless connectivity with cloud-based solutions.
The introduction of the RICOH IM 7010, extending the IM Series to support more paper-intensive environments with fast, dependable 70-ppm print performance for greater flexibility across high-volume workflows.
Ready for what’s ahead
As modern workstyles continue to progress, the RICOH IM Series gives businesses a foundation that adapts to their growing document and information management needs with access to optional cloud-based solutions and services that can be added as businesses evolve. These include:
• RICOH Smart Integration: A platform that improves productivity by simplifying and automating common tasks, such as preparing and uploading scanned documents to cloud accounts like Google Drive™ and SharePoint®.
• RICOH CloudStream: An easy to deploy, fully managed serverless platform with centralized controls, built-in security, and seamless multi-brand support of device fleets across multiple locations from the cloud.
• RICOH Streamline NX: An enterprise-grade scan, print, and device management solution with integrated OCR, reporting, and analytics — optimized for complex IT environments.
• RICOH Intelligent Managed Print Services: A vendor-agnostic, modular framework combining automation, analytics and flexible services, providing continuous optimization of print environments.
“The launch of the RICOH IM Series reflects our passion to continuously reimagine what printers and MFPs can do for modern workplaces,” said Scott Dabice, Vice President, Commercial Strategy and Operations, Ricoh North America. “By bringing advanced engine technology, seamless cloud connectivity, and long-term serviceability into one platform, we’re giving businesses a smarter, more sustainable way to securely manage information across distributed environments. It’s a strategic investment that strengthens their print performance today while preparing organizations for the digital workflows of tomorrow.”
Security-first architecture
The RICOH IM Series boasts an array of security features that meet industry standards, such as Trusted Platform Module 2.0 that improves encryption strength of stored passwords and keys, and TLS 1.3 support that encrypts data in transit. Additionally, RICOH Always Current Technology allows businesses to stay ahead of threats with automatic firmware and feature updates, helping to ensure optimal security and efficiency of their device.
Reflecting 50 years of sustainability leadership
With a commitment to environmental sustainability that began in 1976, Ricoh has long supported businesses in meeting their ESG goals. Along with multiple recognitions, such as the company’s recent inclusion in the Carbon Clean200™ by Corporate Knights, the RICOH IM Series embodies that commitment with mainframes that incorporate the use of 50% post-consumer recycled content, packaging materials that use 54% less single-use plastics, and a high-efficiency, low-melting point toner that contributes to some of the lowest Typical Energy Consumption values in the industry.
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