Living up to their theme of “The Power to Move,” Canon is making a significant splash at Drupa 2024. They’re showcasing a vast array of digital production printing solutions and services, highlighting collaborations with partners to deliver innovative technologies and expertise designed to propel businesses forward.
A Universe of Printing Technologies on Display
Canon’s booth is a treasure trove for printing professionals, featuring PRISMA workflow solutions, inkjet and toner presses, web-fed and sheetfed options, wide format printers, and cutting-edge digital label and packaging production solutions. These cater to a wide range of industries, from commercial printing and publishing to promotional communications, labels and packaging, interior décor, and even CAD printing.
For those seeking strategic and operational guidance, Canon’s dedicated “Printworks” area offers consultations with industry specialists.
Expanding Horizons with New Products
Canon is making a strong push to cater to diverse production needs and volumes. This is evident in several key product announcements:
Sheetfed Powerhouses: The varioPRINT IX1700, debuting in Europe, offers advanced capabilities. Additionally, the heavy-duty B2 sheetfed press, varioPRESS iV7 (expected in late 2025), expands Canon’s sheetfed offerings.
Web-fed Innovation: Canon unveils the ProStream 2000 series and the ColorStream 8200. The ColorStream is featured in a smart book-block end-to-end solution co-developed with Hunkeler, showcasing automated on-demand book production.
Wide Format Wonders: Canon is showcasing several innovations in wide format printing, including the Arizona 2300 FLXflow flatbed printer, new imagePROGRAF PRO and GP series printers, and enhancements to the Colorado M-series, featuring the UVgel Packaging Factory and FLXture technology.
Label and Packaging Focus: Canon’s commitment to labels and packaging is evident in live production demonstrations and exciting new product introductions. This includes the LabelStream LS2000 digital label press and a concept for an industrial corrugated press. Additionally, Edale, a Canon Group company, is showcasing their FL.5 carton production line with the FDC6000 flatbed die cutter.
Sustainability and Long-Term Commitment
Canon emphasizes its dedication to the industry and sustainable growth through its expansive portfolio. “This is the broadest ever portfolio of powerful digital production print, label and packaging solutions from Canon,” says Jennifer Kolloczek, Senior Director of Marketing & Innovation, Production Printing, Canon EMEA. Their presence at Drupa 2024 underscores their commitment to empowering businesses and shaping the future of printing.