Rob Maio, Taws managing director, said: This is an exciting deal for us and one that fits perfectly with our plan to expand the digital division.

The 90ppm production machine, which was unveiled at Drupa, received its UK launch at TPE last Tuesday (14 October).

Karen Lawrence, professional print solutions marketing manager at Ricoh UK, said: The fact that 18 printers have recognised its value and signed letters of intent to order – without even knowing its price – is testament to its customer-focused design.

Ricoh also confirmed that Integrated Graphics UK was among the first companies in Europe to invest in the new production printer.