Canon Expands its Production Inkjet Portfolio with New B2 Sheetfed Press, the varioPRESS iV7 - Canon Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City 31 May 2024 — Canon announced on 27 May 2024 an expansion of its production inkjet portfolio and its entry into the B2 sheetfed inkjet market with the varioPRESS iV7, a new inkjet press capable of producing 8,700 B2 4/0 sheets per hour (4,350 B2 4/4 sheets per hour). With the ability of printing up to 4.5 million B2 images per month, the varioPRESS iV7 aims to set a new standard in the digital B2 segment, delivering an outstanding combination of eye-catching quality, unparalleled productivity, and versatile media support. Based on new and existing Canon inkjet innovations, a new hardware platform and a new Canon controller developed specifically for the requirements of the B2 market, the varioPRESS iV7 will empower commercial printers to migrate jobs from existing digital devices and make shorter runs from offset possible.

Building on the continuing success and the proven technology of the varioPRINT iX-series B3 digital sheetfed inkjet press, the new varioPRESS iV7 has been engineered to address the increasing pressures of general commercial print service providers (PSPs), online and publishing printers and book producers. The varioPRESS iV7’s exceptional print quality, productivity and extensive media support will enable these print businesses to meet tighter deadlines and produce shorter runs and handle more jobs, including more premium applications.

Unparalleled Productivity

Printing 8700 B2 4/0 sheets per hour, regardless of media weight, the varioPRESS iV7 delivers continuous industrial productivity with minimal operator intervention, as printhead and image quality control are automated, and ink can be refilled without pausing the print run. Consequently, the varioPRESS iV7 enables customers to easily meet demanding service level agreements and turnaround times, while increasing production capacity, cutting costs, and boosting efficiency. Ideal for short-run, just-in-time production, it also allows general commercial printers to support their customers to reduce overproduction and print inventory.

Versatile Media Range

With a sheet size of up to 750 x 614 mm, the varioPRESS iV7 offers a B2+ production capability. This enables the profitable production of a diverse range of applications, ranging from magazines, catalogues, books, and marketing collateral to direct mail, postcards, and business cards. With its air-supported, straight paper path with innovative two-step fixation process, the press supports a wide range of coated and uncoated media from 60 gsm to 450 gsm, including selected paper boards. The varioPRESS iV7 can also handle heavy media at full rated speed for the smooth, high-speed production of premium applications. Together with the press’s media handling innovations, the reliable feeding and stacking technology further improves runnability and continuous production. The varioPRESS iV7 also features Canon proven two-step drying and fixation process, which reduces deformation and increases robustness on media.

Eye-Catching Quality

The varioPRESS iV7 uses Canon’s ColorGrip conditioning liquid with innovative 1200 dpi piezo printheads and water-based polymer pigment inks to reproduce vibrant colours, fine text and precise line detail on all media at high speed. The press also has a multilevel drop size modulation that allows different droplet sizes, producing high print quality and excellent ink efficiency. Users can print high-quality applications at high speed with consistent colour and less waste, increasing efficiency and reducing overall production costs.

Visitors to the Canon Stand in Hall 8a at drupa 2024 can experience an interactive animation of the varioPRESS iV7, which will be commercially available in the second half of 2025. More product details on the varioPRESS iV7 will be released at a later date.

About Canon Marketing Vietnam Nam Co, Ltd

Canon products have been available in Vietnam since the 1980s through its authorized distributors. During the past years, it established a more significant presence when it set up four production facilities in Thang Long, Hanoi, Que Vo and Tien Son, Bac Ninh and Canon Marketing Vietnam Co. Ltd. Besides providing employment for more than 25,000 people, Canon also makes outstanding contributions to the country's development through its meaningful social activities. Canon Marketing Vietnam Co. Ltd was founded in July 2012 and have been operating under the guidance and support of Canon Asia Marketing Group and Canon Singapore Pte. Ltd., which is the regional marketing headquarter for Canon's South & Southeast Asia region. From 1st January 2024, Canon Marketing Vietnam Company Limited is assigned as the sole authorized distributor for Canon Imaging Products (i.e.: cameras, lenses, Selphy photo printers) in Vietnam, replacing Le Bao Minh Joint Stock Company. Le Bao Minh Joint Stock Company continues to be the authorized distributor of Canon office and printing products in Vietnam.

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