Kyocera is set to revolutionize the commercial print sector with its upcoming releases,
focusing on sustainability. In the pipeline for next year are new Kyocera presses, including
an SRA3 inkjet press designed to challenge Canon's dominance in high-end sheetfed inkjet
printing.
Kyocera has already made strides with its first inkjet press, the Taskalfa 15000C, showcased
at the Print Show. This machine stands out for its minimal carbon footprint, utilizing waterbased
inks, printing on uncoated papers, and requiring no assisted drying. A company
spokesperson highlighted that it consumes 70% less power than equivalent toner presses,
operating efficiently from a standard 13-amp plug. With low running costs and a minimal cost
per copy, it has garnered attention, leading to the shipment of 14 machines to UK customers
in just over a year, despite Kyocera's relative obscurity in the production print space.
While the current machine is limited to printing on uncoated or inkjet-optimized stocks with
restricted ink coverage and an imaging resolution of 600dpi, it serves well for tasks like
letters, manuals, and reports. Positioned as an initial step into inkjet printing, it appeals to
environmentally conscious users aiming to reduce energy consumption.
Kyocera's future machines, however, will redefine the paradigm. Equipped with 1200dpi
printheads, pigment inks, and featuring a new style of dryer, these printers are poised to
match the quality of Canon's iX range.
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