Summary
Ricoh and Kyocera’s TASKalfa Pro 15000c partnership is transforming transactional print with affordable, scalable, high-performance inkjet.
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From integration to innovation — Ricoh’s experience with the Kyocera TASKalfa Pro 15000c sets the standard for sheetfed inkjet in transactional print.
Great partnerships don’t just support innovation — they accelerate it. Over the past three years, Ricoh and Kyocera worked together to fast-track technology with the Kyocera TASKalfa Pro 15000c, creating easier and affordable access to inkjet options for customers. The result? A fully integrated solution of hardware, software and services that’s transforming transactional printing and opening up new growth opportunities.
With more than 50 units sold, Ricoh’s success with the TASKalfa Pro 15000c is built on deep expertise, a robust service infrastructure and a customer-first approach. Our 90+ certified service experts ensure that every installation is supported with precision and care, giving customers peace of mind and consistent uptime.
Why inkjet presses are transforming print
Inkjet technology is reshaping the economics and efficiency of production print. One TASKalfa Pro 15000c customer reported it helped increase demand with clients doubling and tripling their print orders. Even more, after six months, the in-plant bought another machine to support its growth.
The TASKalfa Pro 15000c offers:
Lower cost per page compared to toner
High-speed performance for statements, invoices and other transactional jobs
Media versatility and energy efficiency
Personalization capabilities at a low cost
Sustained ROI whether printing 100,000 or 1,000,000 pages per month
Exceptional uptime thanks to fewer moving parts than toner-based printers
Our approach — more than just hardware
Ricoh goes beyond the basics. We evaluate your entire print environment to recommend the best-fit solution, ensuring seamless integration with Ricoh’s software and services as well as with your existing machines and tools. Our support includes both maintenance and Professional Services — delivered onsite or remotely — so you’re never left without expert guidance.
Our service infrastructure is proven and built to scale. With other providers scaling back their support teams, Ricoh stands out for its commitment to quality, responsiveness and depth of expertise. That’s why customers are turning to Ricoh for a better experience — and better service.
Outside of our support services for the TASKalfa Pro 15000c, we also offer Ricoh’s Service Advantage — a scalable program where our team of professionals ensures world-class customer service and lifecycle management.
Discover the Kyocera TASKalfa Pro 15000c — a strategic entry point
For transactional printers and direct mailers transitioning from toner, the TASKalfa Pro 15000c is a smart, low-investment entry into inkjet production. It’s designed for reliability and cost-efficiency — and it’s already integrated into Ricoh’s lineup, so there’s no ramp-up required.
Even the paper input and output systems are a Ricoh–Kyocera co-development innovation. In fact, any other vendors who sell the TASKalfa Pro 15000c are selling Ricoh-built paper decks, output stackers and finishing technology — a testament to the quality and innovation behind this partnership.
Some of the benefits and features include:
Up to one million pages per month with 146 ppm for letter simplex
Support for paper sizes up to 48”
Energy efficiency that keeps costs down
Consistent quality with 600 x 600 dpi resolution, precise registration, water-based inks and durable printheads
Inline folding, hole-punching and stapling options for finishing booklets, tri-fold brochures and mailings
Thin and thick uncoated, plain and recycled paper up to 360 gsm
The most common applications include: bills, invoices, statements, transpromo materials, direct mail, postcards and business-reply cards, tri-folds, letterheads, forms, fill-in ballots, reports, booklets, and manuals. But creative inspiration beckons!
Why choose Ricoh and Kyocera
Selecting Ricoh means choosing a partner who’s already ahead of the inkjet curve. With over three years of experience selling and servicing the TASKalfa Pro 15000c, Ricoh is committed to customer success on all fronts:
50+ qualified implementation engineers
91 certified service technicians
A full suite of color management and workflow software
Ricoh-built paper decks, stackers and finishing technology
Dedicated production sales support
Together, Ricoh and Kyocera deliver more than just a press — we deliver a proven path to inkjet success.
About the Author
Toby Saalfeld
Sr. Director, Portfolio Marketing Business Partner, Ricoh USA
Articles by Toby Saalfeld
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