Ricoh Unveils the Aficio 1050 Segment 6 On-Demand Digital Imaging System; System to Bring High-End Printing, Advanced Features to Production, Print-on-Demand Markets.

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WEST CALDWELL, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 14, 2000

Ricoh Corporation, a leader in digital imaging systems, today introduced the RICOH Aficio 1050 high-volume digital imaging system for use in production environments requiring the utmost in high-end printing.

Designed to handle high-capacity workloads and custom paper sizes, the Aficio 1050 features high-speed output at 105 pages-per-minute (ppm).

"The Aficio 1050 was designed with the high-volume demands of our customers in mind," said Jim Ivy, President, Office Products Group, Ricoh Corporation. "As digital networked output becomes standard among enterprises dependent on high-end imaging, Ricoh is proud to bring to market the advanced technological solutions necessary to create advantages in these competitive industries."

Built on Ricoh's 12th generation digital engine, the Aficio 1050, Ricoh's first digital entry in the Segment Six category, expands the company's diverse range of digital imaging systems, the broadest and most comprehensive of any manufacturer in the industry. In addition to being a major addition to the company's overall growth strategy, the Aficio 1050 further strengthens Ricoh's position as the leading provider of digital imaging systems worldwide.

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