Ricoh Latin America revolutionizes the packaging industry with 4D Packaging technology

•Ricoh Packaging 4D includes a comprehensive portfolio of software that allows you to create unique packaging designs, achieve stunning colors, and add exceptional value to packaging with personalization, QR codes, and even augmented reality.

Weston, October 5, 2020 - Digital printing of carton packaging and labels is showing steady growth of 20% per annum projected from 2018 to 20231. In this market context, Ricoh Latin America announces new Ricoh Packaging 4D solutions that enable commercial printers to expand their services and enter the packaging market with end-to-end folding carton and label entry solutions.
Through the Ricoh Pro C7200X and Pro C9200 Series portfolio of digital presses, companies will gain the highest productivity, substrate versatility, quality, and color consistency, with the ability to go beyond CYMK by adding a fifth color. In addition, a comprehensive portfolio of software is included to create unique packaging designs, achieve striking, eye-catching, and consistent colors, organize an efficient production flow, and add a special touch to packaging with personalization, QR codes, and even augmented reality.

"In this new normal where customer expectations have changed and demand more personalized and engaging communications, digital packaging is a great opportunity for print companies to join a new world of business opportunities. Instead of competing on price, they can now focus on added value, such as personalization or short runs on demand, and even add innovative elements such as QR codes and Augmented Reality. Apart from Ricoh's reliable hardware and software, we also support our customers with a network of dedicated technicians to ensure continuity of productivity (4D Packaging Maintenance Program), as well as a 24-hour remote monitoring system (@Remote)," explains Angel Bustamante, Vice President Commercial & Industrial Printing, Ricoh Latin America.