LFP - Large-Format-Printing
Konica Minolta to Market the Next Generation of Wide Format Systems from KIP America
Monday 26. April 2010 - 2010 ON DEMAND Conference & Exposition from April 20-22. Philadelphia Convention Center. Konica Minolta Booth #1324.
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, has announced the availability of the next generation of Wide Format Production Print Systems from KIP America (KIP), a leading manufacturer of wide-format printing and imaging technology.
“The latest series of wide format systems from KIP expands our portfolio of production print solutions, allowing us to provide our wide-format customers additional capabilities to accommodate the demands of this growing market segment,” said Kevin Kern, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. “Continuing to offer the patented KIP technology, backed by the Konica Minolta name, we are providing our customers another great reason to count on Konica Minolta for all of their printing needs.”
KIP 9900
Designed to deliver maximum production performance, new KIP 9900 Network Print Systems are equipped to meet the tightest of print deadlines. KIP 9900 network print systems employ highly-advanced imaging technologies to deliver outstanding fine line detail, superior half tones and smooth gradients. The KIP 9900 efficiently produces documents sent via application drivers, networked PC’s or web-based applications and submission tools. The KIP 9900 Print System addresses demanding print runs and compressed delivery times with the highest quality expectations in virtually any digital imaging environment, and can be easily upgraded to incorporate monochrome and color copying and scanning.
KIP 7900/7700
KIP 7700/7900 Network Print Systems employ highly-advanced imaging technologies to deliver outstanding fine line detail, superior half tones and smooth gradients. These systems efficiently produce documents sent via application drivers, networked PC’s or web-based applications and submission tools. The KIP 7900/7700 Print Systems address demanding print runs and compressed delivery times with the highest quality expectations in virtually any digital imaging environment, and can be easily upgraded to incorporate monochrome and color copying and scanning. Non-stop print production is enabled through auto-switching media drawers and a 4-roll media capacity.
KIP 2300
A high-speed, high-resolution scanning solution, the KIP 2300 Scanning System provides enhanced monochrome imaging and world class color scan quality embodied in an exceptionally versatile and ergonomic design, ideal for both centralized and decentralized environments. Capable of being fully integrated with KIP production printers and inkjet printers, the KIP 2300 provides a full suite of state of the art software for color and monochrome copying and scan to file operations. Image quality is achieved through true 600×600 dpi true optical resolution from three independent imaging cameras that provide a maximum level of quality and resolution.
“In today’s challenging economic times, businesses demand a large format print system that delivers exceptional value, superior productivity, incredible versatility and advanced technology, said Rich Gigl, Vice President of Marketing for KIP. “New KIP mid- to high-demand systems meet all these requirements with a robust printer, choice of scanner, a variety of finishing options and industry leading KIP 7.0 software suite.”
Pricing and Availability
The next generation of KIP Wide Format Print Production Systems is now available through Konica Minolta’s North American direct sales and authorized dealer sales channels. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the KIP 9900 is $53,995; the KIP 7900 is $24,995; the KIP 7700 is $18,995; and the KIP 2300 is $14,000.