The 75cm-format 750 series, which is available from four to six colours plus coater, will be demonstrated on the Ry-Offset stand at Ipex.

Ry-Offset joint managing director Neil Handforth said: "The new Ryobi 750 series is based on the 680 series, which has been very successful in the UK. We believe that the B2 model offers a combination of features, speed and price that will make it extremely attractive to printers in the B2 market."

The 750 has automatic blanket wash and Ryobi AAC (aqua automatic control system) as standard, while ink roller and impression cylinder cleaning devices are optional.

It can also be supplied with Ryobis CIP3/CIP4-compatible Ink Volume Setter, which pre-sets on-press ink profiles from PostScript data.

The 750 can offer speeds of up to 15,000 sheets per hour on paper stock up to 0.6mm thick. Features such as the plate cocking system enable the minder to make adjustments during the print run, ensuring "continuous high productivity", according to Handforth.

Other options available include ink roller temperature control, which regulates printing but also means that the press can run with waterless plates.

The press can also be fitted with an aqueous or UV coating unit, and an infrared dryer or UV curing unit.

The Ryobi 750 will be available in the UK from Ry-Offset, but as PrintWeek went to press shipping dates and pricing were not yet available.

Story by John Davies