Ramsey, N.J. – June 9, 2008 – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, announced the availability of the KIP 3100 Series of wide format network print systems from KIP America, a leading manufacturer of wide-format printing and imaging technology.

The KIP 3100 Series is a highly advanced wide format solution that provides the scalability to easily add network printing and scan-to-file capabilities.  The KIP 3100 Series delivers 6 ‘D’ size prints per minute to an integrated front stacker or a range of rear stacking systems without compromising quality or reliability.  Due to the innovative design and simple operation of HDP Plus technology, the KIP 3100 Series is 100 percent toner efficient, making the system a perfect match for environmentally conscious corporate “green” initiatives. continue reading...

Ramsey, N.J. – June 2, 2008 – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced the introduction of the bizhub 501 and the bizhub 421 multifunctional products (MFPs – print, copy, fax, and scan all in one system).  With print/copy speeds of 50 and 42 pages per minute (ppm), respectively, the bizhub™ 501/421 Series is ideal for mid- to high-volume office environments that require a reliable, monochrome MFP with network capabilities, and flexible document finishing and distribution functionality.

Featuring monthly duty cycles up to 175,000 impressions, high toner yields, PageScope network management tools and bizhub OP, the bizhub 501/421 Series brings a new level of performance and reliability to mid-to-large-sized offices by delivering a common user experience, increased manageability, superior print performance, improved scanning functionality and enhanced security. continue reading...

Ramsey, N.J. – May 29, 2008 – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced that Sal Camillieri has been named Regional Vice President, Dealer Sales, East.  Camillieri will report directly to Alan Nielsen, Executive Vice President, Dealer Sales and Administration.

In the position, Camillieri will be responsible for managing all aspects of Konica Minolta dealer business within the designated East Region. Camillieri joins Konica Minolta from Ricoh Corporation, where he held various executive positions including his most recent position as Vice President, Eastern Region.  He began is career at Savin Corporation, where he served in multiple sales and marketing positions throughout his tenure. At both Savin and Ricoh, Camillieri consistently led the top sales regions in the county, and now brings that experience and leadership to Konica Minolta. continue reading...

Tokyo (May 28, 2008) – Konica Minolta Group will showcase an array of state-of-the-art products at drupa2008 – the world’s largest printing media trade show held in Dusseldorf, Germany from May 29 to June 11.

Since 1951, drupa has been held every four years and this year marks 14th exhibition. More than 390,000 visitors from around the world attended the previous drupa in 2004. This year, the exhibition space will be expanded to over 170,000 square meters and exhibitors are surpassing 1800. This is, of course, the biggest ever in its history. continue reading...

Ramsey, N.J. – May 19, 2008 – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, announces the availability of the bizhub C20P Series of network-ready laser printers. Ideal for small- and mid-sized business (SMBs) because of their small footprint and quiet operation, the bizhub™ C20P Series is built upon the strong success of the well-established bizhub series of printers.  This new series of bizhub printers carries over a new design, an InfoLine-style display and an acoustic noise level of only 52 decibels.  The printers, which print black and white and color at 25 pages per minute, offer the benefit of superior performance at a low total cost of ownership. continue reading...

Tokyo (May 14, 2008) -- Konica Minolta IJ Technologies, Inc. (Konica Minolta) is proud to announce that it will introduce SP-M0320HR, a high resolution monochrome inkjet print unit for over-printing barcodes and variable numbering on May 15, 2008.

The new SP-M0320HR is the second product in the inkjet print unit series introduced last year, featuring printing of fine characters and barcodes, which was difficult to reproduce previously. The SP-M0320HR consists of three units – a printhead unit, a sub-tank unit, and an ink cartridge unit – and its compact design allows each unit to be located flexibly according to the space availability. continue reading...

Ramsey, N.J. – May 12, 2008 – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced the availability of the magicolor 7450 grafx laser printer, tailored for graphic design professionals.  The magicolor® 7450 grafx handles a broad selection of media types and weights up to 140 lb. index and a 120,000 print monthly duty cycle, giving graphic design professionals enormous flexibility for brochure printing, promotional publishing, and commercial-quality documents in both Mac or PC creative environments.

“The magicolor 7450 grafx is optimized for the design professional, helping them bring to life their design elements they create,” said Kevin Kern, vice president, marketing, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. “With the introduction of the magicolor 7450 grafx, Konica Minolta delivers a color laser printer that will allow graphic designers to output documents with the image quality and consistency they demand.” continue reading...

Tokyo, Japan - May 9, 2008 - Konica Minolta has release financial results for FY08.

• Review of Fiscal 2008 Performance (Consolidated) Highlight [May 9, 2008]

• Flash News (256KB) [May 9, 2008]

Date: Friday, May 9, 2008  17:30 - 18:30 JST
Place: The Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Tokyo, Japan)
Speaker: Yoshikatsu Ota, President & CEO continue reading...

• Presentation Slides for Financial Results (280KB) [May 9, 2008]

Ramsey, N.J. – May 2, 2008 – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced that its parent company, Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc. (President: Akio Kitani), is participating in the new SAP® Printer Vendor program, launched earlier this week by SAP AG in collaboration with leading printer manufacturers. Konica Minolta Business Technologies is participating in the program as a gold-level member.

The SAP Printer Vendor program is a technology license program SAP manages in cooperation with printer manufacturers to provide supreme quality printing solutions to users of SAP solutions. The program offers participating vendors, including Konica Minolta access to specific SAP development environments that are necessary to optimize support for their devices operating within customers’ SAP solution-based environments. continue reading...

Ramsey, N.J. and New Orleans, La. – April 21, 2008 – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced the recipients of its second annual scholarship program that will allow three graduating eighth grade students from the KIPP McDonogh 15 School for the Creative Arts (KIPP McDonogh 15) to attend top-rated, private New Orleans high schools.  The scholarship initiative is conducted through its Colorful Tomorrow Foundation, a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) charitable division of the company that focuses its efforts on the creation of more colorful and better tomorrows for children.  For the students of KIPP McDonogh 15, the scholarships will provide them with the opportunity to attend private, college-preparatory high schools that will prepare them for higher education as part of Konica Minolta’s ongoing commitment to the school. continue reading...