Ricoh Americas has formed a strategic partnership with Kodak’s Print On-Demand Solutions Group to develop a new CREO Color Server for its Production Printing Business Group’s (PPBG) PRO C900 color production system.
The companies claim that powered by CREO Color Server technology, the improved Color Controller C-80 provides users enhanced output options ensuring the creation of professional documents.
The companies said that with the introduction of Color Controller C-80, Ricoh print production customers can choose CREO Color Server Technology for workflows with open connectivity using JDF standards.
In addition, the built-in JDF capabilities allow the Color Controller C-80 to connect into commercial print workflows, including the Kodak Prinergy Software and Agfa :Apogee, and also other softwares in the web-to-print, digital workflow management, MIS and other print production steps.
Ricoh users will be able to connect the power of CREO colour servers through the Color Controller C-80. The companies claims that the new technology gives Ricoh customers the ability to process colour jobs at high speeds. Its built-in VDP capabilities enable customers to profit from the VDP market.
Carl Joachim, vice president of marketing at PPBG, Ricoh America, said: Ricoh is thrilled to partner with Kodak’s Print On-Demand Solutions with the creation of the new CREO Color Server, a solution catered to production customers. Our evolving collaboration will allow us to bring key workflow solutions to market for a range of digital production printers and presses.
