The business is set to install a Pro C9500 colour printer, a Pro 8310 MICR magnetic toner mono device, and a Pro 8320 mono printer in December to enhance its operational efficiency and expand its revenue streams. The new machines will replace two Xerox Nuvera DP314 printers and a Xerox Nuvera DP144 MiCR printer.
The company already runs a Ricoh IP5000 continuous feed inkjet printer, two Canon VarioPrint i300 colour inkjet printers, and two Canon imagePress C850 printers.
Latcham managing director Mike Hughes said: “Ricoh has been a trusted partner to Latcham for almost a decade.
“They have always supported the business strategically as well as operationally and investing in Ricoh’s printing technology, particularly the new Ricoh 9500, means we will benefit from a wide range of positive impact across our operations, driving innovation and Latcham’s competitiveness in the market.”
Ricoh unveiled the Pro C9500 in August prior to its release the following month. The machine has headline speeds of 115ppm as standard or 135ppm with a field speed upgrade, as well as 1,260mm long-sheet capabilities. It can handle substrate weights from 40-470gsm.
Tim Carter, commercial print director at Ricoh Graphic Communications, added: “We’ve built a strong relationship with Latcham over the past few years and worked tirelessly to thoroughly understand their business requirements.
“Mike Hughes was part of the customer Q&A panel during our Print Evolution Live event in October, sharing his views on how to develop a business proposition and invest in digital print tech that enables growth.
“I am delighted that Latcham is one of the first companies to receive our new Pro 9500 following the product demonstration on the day.”
He added: “During our customer panel, Mike placed great emphasis on the role of customer centricity as his recipe for success. We’re proud to be Latcham’s trusted partner with the shared mindset of customer success and business growth.”
Latcham, which has an office in Crawley and purpose-built 8,000sqm print facility in Bristol, has developed from a print, mail, and fulfilment company to a provider of full service, tailored, personalised communications and fulfilment.
Operating since 2008, the business supplies more than 10 NHS Trusts, The University of Edinburgh, The Royal Horticultural Society, and Bristol Airport. It employs over 106 staff and turns over £20m per year.
In early 2020, Latcham installed a second high-speed inkjet Canon Océ VarioPrint i300 sheetfed inkjet press. This followed its October 2019 acquisition of fellow Bristol firm Accent.
