Ricoh number 1 for 6th year running
For the 6th consecutive year, Nashua's principal supplier, Ricoh, has managed to reach No.1 position in the European market - this according to Infosource figures for 2002.
Looking at the Black and White market, Ricoh's market share as the top manufacturer is now 28.9% - up on last year's 25.5%. Ricoh is followed in 2nd place by Canon with 18.6%.
While the market was overall flat in units, Ricoh has grown unit volume, especially in category 1.
According to Infosource figures, Ricoh has retained its number 1 position in category 2, despite pressures from some of its opposition.
Xerox continues to lose market share in categories 1-4 (market share 9.0% ), but has strengthened its position in category 5 with the launch of the 490-series.
Canon overall lost in market share, with figures reflecting a decrease to 18.6%. Categories 1 and 3 were of greatest concern for them, although the new IR 2200-3300 looks set to give them a stronger position in category 2 again.
If one looks at the Infosource figures by category, the following is in evidence:-
Category 1
Total segment 1 : Manufacturer, Ricoh, achieved No.1 position with a market share of 31.0% (from 23.1%), with Ricoh's Digital position growing to 38.7%.
Category 2
Ricoh decreased their market share from 28.0 to 26.0% as manufacturers but kept their No 1 position overall. Thanks to the successful sales of the AF1035, Ricoh managed to keep their position in category 2.
Category 3
Ricoh improved their position in this category because of the successful sales of the AF1045. The market share has grown from 27.0 to 27.3% in 2002 and again they managed to keep their No1 position.
Category 4
Ricoh increased its market share to 33.7% (last year 26.1%) and managed to keep No 1 position - this in the face of some tough competition. With the launch of the new AF1060/1075, Ricoh is confident that they can maintain and expand their position for the coming year.
Category 5
Digital market share for Ricoh manufacturer is 32.9%!! Danka Infotec is contributing to this good result. This category sees serious competition at play with the category itself expanding at an alarming rate.
Looking at the Colour Market according to Infosource for 2002.
Overall situation:
Ricoh as manufacturer occupies No.3 spot i.t.o. market share with 17.6% - the same position held in 2001. Ricoh's brand market share also remains as per 2001.
Category 6-1 (1-7cpm)
Ricoh holds No.1 position with I2/L2 sales. Total units in this category, however, is on the decrease.
Category 6-3 (13-29cpm)
This category is the most active category. Ricoh holds fourth position, with a market share of 16.9%, which is a slight decrease from 2001 (17.2%). Failure by certain countries to report the Copier Feature Expander sales to Infosource, however, have resulted in some discrepancie in recorded figures. Ricoh's position would be greatly improved - pegging them in top spot - were these CFE figures included in the Infosource figures.
Nashua is proud to be associated with the world class manufacturer, Ricoh, and is pleased that this association continues to allow us to bring to our customers the very latest advancements in technology through our product and solutions offerings.
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