Ryobi plays for share of B1 market with new 1050 model

Ryobi is set to make its foray into the B1 market after unveiling the first model in its new 1050 series, a 40in five-colour press.

The 16,000sph machine, which was announced at Ryobi's pre-Drupa conference in Hiroshima, is being targeted at commercial and packaging printers.

The machine will be available in two configurations, the S type, which features a maximum printing area of 1,050x710mm, and an XL model, which offers a printing range of 1,050x770mm.

The press features double-diameter cylinders and impression drums and an optional Inline Print Quality Control System with built-in CCD camera.

Ryobi will exhibit in Hall 17 at Drupa, which takes place in Düsseldorf, Germany from 29 May to 11 June 2008.