April 10, 2007 -
Network-enabled bizhub C550 MFPs provide print, copy, scan, and fax for office applications that require 44 ppm color and 55 ppm black and white document production. Units include Biometric Authentication Unit, in which vein patterns of finger are scanned, encrypted, stored, and used to distinguish individuals. Additional features include twin-beam laser printhead, Simitri® HD Color Polymerized Toner, and support for IPv6 and Windows Vista.
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Release date: March 21, 2007
Konica Minolta Launches Next-Generation bizhub Line of MFP Products
RAMSEY, N.J., March 21 /- Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies, today introduced the bizhub C550, marking the launch of the next-generation of its award-winning bizhub product line. The revolutionary new line of network-enabled, multi-function peripherals (MFPs) is designed to offer true monochrome copier replacement and important performance enhancements.
The next-generation bizhub product line represents a significant leap forward in MFP functionality and will strengthen Konica Minolta's hold on the number one market share position for 21+ pages per minute (ppm) color laser MFP shipments in the United States*.
"Our goal in providing our bizhub product line is to offer our customers a full portfolio of MFP products that deliver unprecedented digital connectivity, exceptional color print quality, and improved workflow capabilities at breakthrough price points," said Jun Haraguchi, president and CEO, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.
Next-generation bizhub -- Dynamic Advancements
Dynamic Design -- The next-generation of bizhub MFPs was designed to blend in with today's work environment.
Secure Working Environment -- Konica Minolta is proud to announce the industry's first Biometric Authentication Unit in which the vein patterns of a finger are scanned, encrypted and stored, and used to distinguish individuals.
New Twin-beam Laser Printhead -- The next-generation product offerings save space and energy by leveraging our advanced optical and laser technology.
Excellent Image Quality -- Simitri(R) HD (High Definition) Color Polymerized Toner offers smaller, more consistently uniform particles for superior quality dots and fine lines.
Benefits of IH Fixing -- The next-generation of bizhub MFPs uses IH (Induction Heating) that enables less energy and heat during start up.
98% PPH (Print Per Hour) Productivity -- The next-generation of bizhub was designed for efficient image stabilization, and to provide significant productivity enhancements over conventional color MFPs.
Reduced Environmental Impact -- With one of the industry's best levels of energy efficiency, the bizhub C550 already meets the new Energy Star standards.
IPv6 Support -- The next-generation of bizhub MFPs supports IPv6, which will soon be the global standard due to its unlimited benefits.
Windows Vista Support -- In addition, the next generation bizhub MFPs will be among the first in the industry to provide native support for Windows Vista XPS Printing and Scanning, and WSD protocols.
bizhub C550 -- First of Next-Generation bizhub Line to Market
Combining breakthrough styling with fast color and cost-effective black and white output, the new bizhub C550 is the first in the next-generation series to debut. The bizhub C550 provides all-in-one functionality (print, copy, scan, fax) for high-end office workgroups and applications that require 45 ppm color and 55 ppm black and white document production.
"The first thing customers will notice about the bizhub C550 is its striking appearance and a '360 degree design' that makes it aesthetically pleasing from any angle and allows it to be centered in a busy work environment and not limited to a printing center," said Kevin P. Kern, vice president, product planning and development, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.
Pricing
The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for the bizhub C550 is $25,000.
About Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A.
Konica Minolta offers a broad range of multifunctional digital imaging solutions inspired by its bizhub brand of powerful solutions that serve as the central resource for document scanning, in-house printing, copying, faxing and electronic archiving and distribution. For more information, please visit www.kmbs.konicaminolta.us.
* -- Top U.S. market share position in CY2006 unit shipments for 21+ppm color laser MFPs, according to IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Hardcopy Peripherals Tracker, Q4 2006." Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. bizhub and bizhub PRO are trademarks of Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.
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Phone: 781-782-5785 E-mail this person Company Information: Name: Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc Address: 100 Williams Drive City: Ramsey State: NJ ZIP: 07446 Country: USA Phone: 201-825-4000 http://www.konicaminolta.us
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