Canon U.S.A., Inc., a
leader in digital imaging solutions, has launched the flash-fusing, toner-based
Océ VarioStream 7170 and 7110 specialty printing systems. These entry-level,
monochrome continuous feed solutions are aimed at corporate and commercial
environments with low to mid-range volumes of transaction, direct mail, product
instruction collateral and applications requiring special media.
"For customers desiring to drive unique
specialty applications in black and white, the Océ VarioStream 7170 and 7110
solutions provide outstanding productivity and performance that is easy to
operate and maintain," said Junichi Yoshitake, senior vice president and
general manager, Business Imaging Solutions Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "Using
these systems, Canon's customers can expand the range of printing applications
they can support, opening opportunities to provide additional print-related
services to their respective clients."
Smart, time-saving features, such as
automatic paper loading, can substantially reduce and simplify set-up time.
Automatic resolution detection and switching further reduce operator
intervention. Economical first page printing eliminates substantial special
media waste over the printer's lifetime. The positive impact this has on
productivity makes the Océ VarioStream 7170 system well suited for short-run
printing and quick-change jobs.
In addition to standard paper, VarioStream
7170 non-contact flash-fusing technology allows users to process a wide range
of special-media applications such as adhesive labels, thin paper or plastic ID
cards, RFID tags and light-weight forms. The non-contact flash-fusing bonds the
toner without heat transfer or exerting pressure, putting less strain on the
paper and keeping it in outstanding condition for finishing. The short and
straight paper path allows the substrate to remain flat throughout the device,
enabling users to process special media that cannot withstand paper path
deflections or the heat and pressure of normal fusing.
The LED image generator delivers excellent
output at up to 600 dpi with high-optical density for professional-grade text,
graphics and barcodes and easily fulfills the tough legibility standards for 2D
and 3D bar code printing. As a result, users have the flexibility to take on a
wide portfolio of print jobs.
Based on the Océ VarioStream family, the Océ
VarioStream 7170 engine is equipped with the newest and powerful Scaleable
Raster Architecture (SRA) controller technology. Customers can seamlessly
operate the Océ VarioStream 7170 system side by side with all other Canon
continuous feed printers. It can be used as a proofing device and as a backup
to other Océ VarioStream systems. The state-of-the-art graphic user interface
provides easy, intuitive operation, resulting in availability and efficiency
with minimal set-up times and outstanding overall productivity. Thanks to its
simplicity and online help, operators can quickly become familiar and
productive.
In addition to the new Océ VarioStream 7170
system, a slower speed version will be available later in 2014. Running at
114-letter pages per minute two-up, the Océ VarioStream 7110 system will extend
the speed choices within the Océ VarioStream product line. This monochrome
printer will benefit customers needing the versatility of the 7170 model, but
with a lower monthly print volume.
Shipments for the VarioStream 7170 are now
available. The VarioStream 7110 will be available starting in September, 2014.
