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New Jersey Surveyors Love the Ricoh IM CW2200 Wide Format
Yes, it’s been some time since Ricoh updated the Ricoh MP cw2201 wide format. Covid19 has cramped a lot of the office equipment manufactures introductions for the last two years. Thus almost six years since the intro of the MP cw2201, the new IM CW2200 has launched. There’s some new features and some new wrinkles that New Jersey Surveyors will love. The I stands for Intelligent and the M for multi-functional!
Plotter Waterproof inks
Not only is the ink waterproof but it’s also UV resistant, no longer will ink smear or run if the document gets wet. Unlike other plotters that use 5 colors, our Ricoh wide format uses only four colors (cyan, magenta, yellow and black), which means it’s less expensive to buy four cartridges rather than five. Simple stuff right?
GEL-Jet technology
GEL-Jet technology is really pretty cool and that’s because even though the ink is liquid, it’s leaving behind a dry toner particle. The liquid acts as a carrying agent for the toner. When the liquid carrying agent comes into contact with the paper the carrying agent evaporates and leaves behind the dry toner particle. Thus in my eyes you have the best of both worlds for ink and toner. The image is dry and won’t smear nor run, and there is much less energy used with GEL-Jet printers over color laser printers. Thus the GEL-Jet typically uses 90% less power thus helping to reduce C02 emissions.
Wide Format Scan Technology
It wasn’t until I worked with a competitors wide format plotter when I found out that their wide format plotter could not scan or email a document to multiple scan locations (email or folder). Thus clients that need to scan documents to multiple locations in one pass can appreciate how the Ricoh IM CW2200 can save a tremendous amount of time scanning. I’ll admit most users now scan more than they copy. Can you imagine the time wasted to send the same drawing/plot to 5 users five times? geesh!
Every wide format competitor uses an outdated process for scanning documents except for Ricoh. Let’s say you need to scan 10 pages for a bid request, thus with the competitors you’ll need to place one document at a time in the scanner. Then wait for the document to scan, then wait for the document to exit the scanner and then remove the scanned document. I’m sorry but that’s an outdated process that I call “one in and one out” and huge waste of time!
Scan Exit Technology
Our Ricoh IM CW2200 offers a unique document exit tray for scanned documents to reside. The Ricoh process allows you place the document in the feeder, and then start the scan. When the document is scanned you then place the document that’s next in line to be scanned. Every scanned page is then delivered to the stack exit tray. When the scanning is complete, you grab the scanned pages from the exit tray stacker. Incredible time savings!
Auto Firmware Updates
Firmware is everywhere and without firmware most if not all electronic devices will not work. Firmware is a set of software instructions that tells the hardware what to do. In the past firmware for printers, copiers, scanners had to be installed by a technician. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it was the code that manufacturers and dealers lived by. The reason for that is because each on site call costs the manufacturers money. If the device was not operating correctly one of the fixes was to have a tech on site to install firmware.
Ricoh auto updates eliminates the need for a tech to be on-site. In addition it ensures the manufacturers hardware can be updated via the internet quickly. Many of those updates are for security as well as hardware fixes. You can learn more here for firmware security.
Closing
There’s my five reasons, however there are many more that would take too much time to list tonight. The IM CW 2200 is priced in the middle of the road for color 36″ plotters that scan/copy/print. In addition the IM CW 2200 can also be equipped with a dual roll feeder. This feature allows users to have a 36″ and 18″ rolls of paper available. The 18″ roll of paper can be used for check plots. If you’re in New Jersey, feel free to reach out to me apost@p4photel.com, if out side for New Jersey give me a buzz also and I can put in touch with some great reps that can help.
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5 Reason Why Your Business Needs a Wide Format Scanner
If you're someone who frequently deals with large-format documents, then you're probably familiar with the challenge of trying to scan them using a standard-sized scanner. Fortunately, there is a solution: a wide-format scanner. In this blog post, we'll explore five reasons why you need a wide-format scanner.
Efficient Scanning of Large Documents One of the biggest advantages of a wide-format scanner is that it can efficiently scan large documents. Whether you're working with architectural drawings, engineering schematics, or oversized photos, a wide-format scanner can capture the entire image without having to break it up into smaller pieces. This means you can scan the document much more quickly and without any loss of quality.
Improved Image Quality A wide-format scanner typically has a higher resolution than a standard scanner. This means that it can capture more detail and produce a sharper, clearer image. This is especially important if you're scanning documents with small text or intricate details.
Versatility Another benefit of a wide-format scanner is that it can handle a variety of document types. In addition to large-format documents, it can also scan standard-sized documents, photos, and even three-dimensional objects. This versatility makes it a valuable tool for a wide range of industries and applications.
Time-Saving Using a wide-format scanner can save you a significant amount of time compared to other methods of capturing large-format documents. For example, if you're working with a large blueprint, you would normally have to make multiple copies and physically cut and paste them together. With a wide-format scanner, you can capture the entire image in one scan, eliminating the need for manual assembly.
Increased Productivity By using a wide-format scanner, you can increase your productivity and efficiency. With faster scanning times and improved image quality, you'll be able to complete your projects more quickly and with greater accuracy. This means you can take on more work and produce better results, ultimately leading to increased profitability.
A wide-format scanner is an essential tool for anyone who regularly works with large-format documents. It offers a range of benefits, including improved image quality, versatility, time-saving, and increased productivity. If you haven't yet invested in a wide-format scanner, it's definitely worth considering.
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Is Your Wide Format MFP a Ticking Time Bomb?
Well not really a ticking time bomb, however if you support or own a Ricoh MP W2400, W3600 or MP W3601, MP W5100, MP W7140 then it's time for replacement.
Ricoh, Lanier, Savin cross reference chart
All of the above wide format devices from Ricoh, Savin and Lanier have internal hard drives. Ricoh may no longer offer replacement drives. The worst part about hard drives is that they will fail given enough time. If the hard drive fails you'll no longer be able to print, copy or scan. I recently had a client where a hard drive drive failed and replacement could not be sourced. For businesses that rely on wide format print, copy and scan workflows the failure of any one of all of these workflows can create a production boondoggle.
Why Do Hard Drives Fail
Hard drives can fail for a number of reasons
Mechanical failure: A hard drive has moving parts that can wear out over time, leading to mechanical failure.
Electrical failure: Electrical components within a hard drive can fail, causing the drive to stop functioning.
Overheating: Hard drives are susceptible to overheating, which can cause damage to the internal components.
Firmware issues: Bugs or corruption in the firmware of a hard drive can cause it to fail.
Physical damage: Hard drives can be damaged by physical shocks, such as being dropped or bumped.
Bad sectors: Over time, magnetic fields can start to degrade, leading to the formation of bad sectors on the hard drive.
In some cases, hard drive failures can be preventable by regularly backing up data, keeping the drive cool, and avoiding physical damage.
Ricoh, Savin and Lanier Wide Format Model Numbers
Ricoh MP W2400/W3600 (see cross reference chart) was launched in July of 2007, thus the hard drives in those devices can 12-16 years old. Many of these devices are now out of the field, however since these devices were popular I'm still seeing these models numbers from time to time in offices.
Ricoh MP W3601, W5100, W7140 (see cross reference chart) was launched in March of 2011 and was discontinued in April of 2016. There are sill many of these left in the field and the age of the hard drives ranges from 7-12 years of age.
Ricoh MP W6700, W7100, W8140 is also showing it's age when you think about the life of the hard drives. Hard drive drives can still be ordered for the MP W6700s, W7100s and W8140s, however the since oldest devices are almost 7 years old. It may be time to think about replacement with something new.
Wide format MFPs in General
Most if not all office style dry toner based wide format devices use hard drives. The issues with old hard drives can affect all of the older dry toner based wide format MFPs and printers. This is not just a Ricoh hard drive issue, however since I sell the Ricoh devices I know more about Ricoh wide format MFPs and printers than Oce, Canon and KIP wide formats.
Thus it may be time to trade the old in for new and if you're not sure, you should check with your dealer or service provider.
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Five Reasons Why Surveyors Will Love the NEW Ricoh IM cw2200
Yes, it's been some time since Ricoh updated the Ricoh MP cw2201. Covid19 has cramped a lot of the office equipment manufactures introductions for the last two years. Thus almost since years since the intro of the MP cw2201 the new IM cw2200 adds some new features and a few wrinkles that Surveyors will love. The I stands for Intelligent and the M for multi-functional!
Waterproof inks
Not only is the ink waterproof but it's also UV resistant, no longer will ink smear or run if the document gets wet. Unlike other plotters that use 5 colors, the Ricoh uses only four colors (cyan, magenta, yellow and black), which means it's less expensive to buy four cartridges rather than five. Simple stuff right?
GEL-Jet technology
GEL-Jet technology is really pretty cool and that's because even though the ink is liquid, it's leaving behind a dry toner particle. The liquid acts as a carrying agent for the toner. When the liquid carrying agent comes into contact with the paper the carrying agent evaporates and leaves behind the dry toner particle. Thus in my eyes you have the best of both worlds for ink and toner. The image is dry and won't smear nor run, and there is much less energy used with GEL-Jet printers over color laser printers. Thus the GEL-Jet typically uses 90% less power thus helping to reduce C02 emissions.
Scan Technology
It wasn't until I worked with a competitors wide format plotter when I found out that wide format plotter could not scan or email a document to multiple scan locations (email or folder). Thus clients that need to scan documents to multiple locations in one pass can appreciate how the Ricoh IM cw2201 can save a tremendous amount of time scanning. I'll admit many users scan more than they copy. Can you imagine the time wasted to send the same drawing/plot to 5 users five times? geesh!
Scan Exit Technology
Every competitor to the Ricoh uses an outdated process for scanning documents except for the Ricoh. Let's say you need to scan 10 pages for a bid request, thus with the competitors you'll need to place one document a time in the scanner, then wait for the document to scan, then wait for the document to exit the scanner and then remove the scanned document before you insert the next document. I'm sorry but that's an outdated process that I call "one in and one out" and huge waste of time!
Our Ricoh IM cw2200 offers a document exit tray for scanned documents to stack in. The Ricoh process means you place the document in the feeder, when the document is scanned you then place each document that's next in line. When the scanning is complete, you grab the scanned pages from the stacker exit tray and remove the ten pages. Incredible time save!
Auto Firmware Updates
Firmware is everywhere and without firmware most if not all electronic devices will not work. Firmware is a set of software instructions that tells the hardware what to do. In the past firmware for printers, copiers, scanners had to be installed by a technician when the manufacturer needed to update a piece of hardware. If it ain't broke don't fix it was the code that manufacturers and dealers lived by. The reason for that is because each on site call costs the manufacturers money. Of course if the machine was not operating correctly one of the fixes could be installing the new firmware.
Auto updates eliminates the need for a tech to be on-site and ensures that of the manufacturers hardware can be updated via the internet quickly. Many of those updates are for security as well as hardware fixes. You can learn more here for firmware security.
Closing
There's my five reasons, however there are many more that would take too much time to list tonight The IM cw2200 is priced in the middle of the road for color 36" plotters that scan, copy and print. The IM cw 2200 can also be equipped with a dual roll feeder which makes it nice to print 36" documents along with an 18" roll of paper for check plots. If you're in New Jersey, feel free to reach out to me apost@p4photel.com, if out side for New Jersey give me a buzz also and I can put in touch with some great reps that can help.
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What a great way to help sell wide format scanners and printers, this idea will enable surveyors to add an additional profit center and subsidize the cost of the color wide format printer or scanner
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Architect in New Jersey Selects KIP C600 Wide format printer
It was just about a year ago when Stratix Systems placed their first KIP C600 wide format printer with an Architect in Shrewsbury, New Jersey.
Our client had a failing older Ricoh wide format plotter that was made about 50 prints per day. After 8 years of service the time was right to look for a new color wide format printer. Our client had three needs when looking for a new printer. First and foremost was the ability of the wide format to print in color. The other requirement was for decent color print speed (that’s the way the client explained it to me) along with color prints that would not run or smear when they were marked up.
Color wide format toner
While looking at inkjet color wide format printers they found that most images and lines would smear when they highlighted the printed image with an office highlighter. The smearing presented an unprofessional image when showing marked up documents with existing and potential clients. The KIP C600 uses dry (powder) toner thus the use of office highlighters would not damage or smear the images on the drawings. It was the demo with the colored highlighters and it was kind of fun trying to get the toner smear. Of course it wouldn’t.
Print Speed for KIP C600
We presented our KIP C600 wide format printer because it met two of the clients basic needs. Besides the color markup request the client was also focused on the speed of print. The KIP C600 is also rated to print up to 360 “D” size prints per minute.
KIP System Software
While performing the demonstration the client also liked that the KIP C600 will store prints on the KIP system software. One feature of the KIP software allows the client to quickly access the print for a quick re-print. Other wide format devices don’t offer the system software like KIP. Thus the user needs to find the file on the server and then re-print the wide format printer. Having the KIP allows users to save time and we all understand that time saved translates to dollars saved.
If you’re looking for a brochure on the KIP C600, you can find that here.
If you’re interested is seeing a demonstration we are now offering virtual appointments for our New Jersey clients. You can email me apost@stratixsystems or apost@p4photel.com to schedule or if you need additional information.
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