Konica Minolta Launched AccurioPress C14010S at Print Expo Chennai 2025

Konica Minolta Business Solutions debuted its flagship production press series, the AccurioPress C14010S, at the reputed Print Expo Chennai 2025, cementing its leadership in intelligent print automation and high-speed production technology. With the promise of unmatched quality, versatility, and sustainability, the C14010S series is poised to reshape commercial print operations across India and beyond.

Designed to meet the demanding needs of today’s production environments, the AccurioPress C14010S series offers print speeds up to 140 ppm, seamless media handling up to 450 gsm, and inline finishing capabilities that support a complete end-to-end workflow. With innovations like the Intelligent Quality Optimizer IQ-601, Simitri® V toner, and S.E.A.D. X image processing, the system ensures top-tier colour accuracy, minimal operator intervention, and flawless output.

With support for diverse substrates including embossed paper, envelopes, recycled stock, and long sheets up to 1,300 mm, the C14010S series empowers print service providers to expand their offerings and take on more complex, high-value jobs. The optional 5th colour unit (available in the S models) introduced creative flexibility, making this series a true enabler of business diversification.

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Katsuhisa Asari, Managing Director, Konica Minolta Business Solutions India Pvt. Ltd., shared, “The AccurioPress C14010S is a strategic expansion of smart print automation. Designed to integrate seamlessly into high-demand production environments, it empowered businesses to scale with precision, efficiency, and sustainability at the core. It’s a promise of consistency and operational simplicity that fuelled customer loyalty over the years.”

Engineered for uninterrupted performance, the AccurioPress C14010S includes features such as automated paper detection (IM-104/105), auto duplex alignment, and real-time defect detection. The robust platform handles up to 2.5 million prints per month, with smart engine linearization and self-correcting technologies that eliminated downtime and ensures repeatable, consistent output, even for novice operators.

Print providers streamlined production with a rich array of inline finishing options, from booklet making and stapling to crease, slit, and spine corner forming—all with minimal manual oversight. This transformed the AccurioPress C14010S into a ready-made solution for short turnarounds and on-demand printing, making it a powerhouse for high-throughput environments.

Continuing on this, Mr. Manish Gupta, Head – Product Life Cycle & Solution Consultancy Division, Konica Minolta Business Solutions India, said, "The AccurioPress C14010S series is a long-term business enabler. Every aspect, from automated quality control and media versatility to reliability under intense workloads, had been engineered to help print businesses scale efficiently without compromising on quality or uptime. With automated setup, real-time inspection, and an intuitive interface that even novice operators could master, we were reducing human friction and unlocking higher productivity. What we offered was more than a machine."

Mr. Lalit Kumar, Product Manager – Production Print Business, Konica Minolta Business Solutions India, said, "With its advanced media flexibility, inline finishing, and real-time quality optimization, the C14010S redefined productivity benchmarks. It is not just a press, but a holistic production ecosystem designed for the print era of tomorrow."

Aligned with Konica Minolta’s global vision to achieve net-zero CO₂ emissions by 2050, the C14010S series integrated Simitri® V toner technology, which fused at lower temperatures and improved recyclability. The presses were manufactured using 100% renewable energy and incorporated recycled materials, further contributing to environmentally conscious production.

As digital transformation became a strategic imperative, the AccurioPress C14010S stands as a smart factory printing solution that united automation, intelligence, and environmental responsibility. Whether it was managing large volumes or executing detailed creative projects, this new series from Konica Minolta was built to help businesses grow sustainably, operate efficiently, and print perfectly, every time.

Konica Minolta also showcased other advanced digital printing solutions at Print Expo Chennai 2025, featuring the AccurioPress C7100 Enhanced impressed with its precision and productivity, incorporating features like the Intelligent Media Sensor IM-101 and IQ-501 unit for real-time quality and VDP inspection. The AccurioPress C4080 and C4065 offered high-speed output and exceptional image quality, catering to businesses seeking efficient solutions for growing print demands. For monochrome needs, the AP7120 provided high-speed printing with versatile inline finishing options. The AS3600 compact digital print enhancement solution captivated visitors with its ability to add 2D and 3D Spot UV gloss effects, enabling high-impact embellishments with minimal waste. Additionally, the AL230 digital label press demonstrated high-speed printing capabilities, ideal for fast, cost-efficient, and plate-free label production.

Print Expo Chennai, which ran from 10–12 July 2025 at the Chennai Trade Centre, is South India's most influential platform for next-generation print technology. Co-located with the debut edition of Media Expo Chennai and hosting over 175 exhibitors, the event brought together top innovators from the realms of AI-driven print, automation, and digital packaging. Strategically positioned in South India, India’s fastest-growing market for offset, digital, and label printing, Print Expo offered direct access to over 10,000+ active buyers and decision-makers, making it the ideal venue for Konica Minolta to introduce its groundbreaking technology.