Konica Minolta, a leading name in providing digital transformation solutions & services, participated in the premier printing exhibition – Pamex 2023. Konica Minolta used this as an opportune moment to showcase their state-of-the-art printers, such as Industrial printers (IP) and Professional Printers (PP), In IP, AccurioLabel 230, AccurioShine 3600, along with their digital die-cutting solutions and Professional Printer (PP) AccurioPress C12000 with IQ-501. At the event, we spoke to Katsuhisa Asari, Managing Director Konica Minolta Business Solutions India Pvt. Ltd., about the Konica Minolta business in India.
India – A land of Opportunities
He said, ‘India has recovered from the Covid impact and economic crisis very quickly, whereas the world is still struggling. The business has opened up in the last 20 months, and there has been a shift from Analog to Digital printing. This year, we are expecting to cross all the sales records and expect to reach new highs in terms of turnover growth. India is becoming Rising Star. Everybody knows India is now the top 5 nation for investments, so after China, everybody sees the business opportunity in the Indian market. Not only from the government level but also from the corporate level, everybody is paying more attention in India.’
Digital Printing continues to Grow
Manish Gupta, National Marketing Manager – PP & IP at Konica Minolta Business Solutions India Pvt Ltd said, ‘Digital Short-Run printing will grow, not only in commercial but also in labels and packaging business. The print volume is increasing in Digital. Over time, digital Printing will get more priority for short-run Printing. We have seen an outstanding response for accriolabel400, especially for printing white. Starting this April, you will see many installations of AccurioLabel 400.’
AccurioLabel 400 Digital Label Press
- Per-minute speeds of 39.9 m, 34.2 m, 30 m, 20 m and 15 m can be selected depending on media type and colour combinations
- Print data is processed at a resolution of 1,200 dpi x 2,400 dpi
- Tasks such as colour adjustments, colour registration control and calibration are fully automated with Intelligent Quality Care
- Operation is intuitive by following on-screen instructions; no need for extensive user training
- No pre-coating of media required
- Fifth colour station with white toner for even more print applications
- New Simitri® V toner technology for smooth processing and excellent print quality on a wide range of substrates
Print Xpress – The initiative aims to attract potential printing businesses
Katsuhisa adds, “We are excited to launch Print Xpress, our latest initiative to expand our reach and introduce our advanced printing technologies to the customers. We look forward to meet the new customers we will make via this nationwide show. We are proud to pioneer innovative solutions and services in India’s Printing, imaging, and document management industries. We are committed to helping our customers to achieve more efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable workflows. We will continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. “
‘Konica Minolta has its own strength, we have our customer base, and our customers trust us for the product and service we deliver. The digital printing business is growing, and there is an opportunity for all. As a top brand, we need to take the competition differently, as we have a bigger mission. Rather than focusing on competition, we focus on the customer’s requirements and what the customer needs from us.’ More the competition, the more the scope for improvement in service and product.’ concludes Katsuhisa.
