in length, and the flexibility to handle embossed and textured media. Responding to market demand for further automation, the ENHANCED presses feature a new ‘intelligent colour control’ algorithm designed for enhanced colour management and colour reliability, which can measure up to 13 colours during production and make adjustments on the fly. The C7100 ENHANCED series is also available with an optional IQ-501 Intelligent Quality Care unit, which can provide consistent colour quality and front-to-back registration, aiming to eliminate the need for recalibrations or inspections during print production. In addition, an optional in-line TU-510e trimming unit offers a variety of finishing options including cutting, creasing, and perforating, allowing for the production of products including full-bleed trimmed book jackets, imposed cards, business cards, and coupons. Describing the new AccurioPress C7100 ENHANCED Series, Smith says: “It is designed to meet the needs of today’s dynamic print producer. It features the speed, high print volumes, flexibility, and workflow automation needed to turn jobs around quickly, but with the accuracy and high-quality needed to impress and retain customers, helping them to outmanoeuvre their competition, win new business, and remain profitable.” In addition to its kit releases, the Konica Minolta AccurioPress C84hc also become the only high chroma toner system on the market (as of writing) to be awarded the internationally recognised FograCert Validation Printing System (VPS) certification. To earn Fogra accreditation, the AccurioPress C84hc underwent testing across multiple production scenarios to assess capabilities including PDF/X conformance, proofing substrate colour, gloss and fluorescence, colour accuracy, uniformity, permanence, and light fastness. The AccurioPress C84hc passed with distinction in two tested controller configurations: Konica Minolta’s proprietary IC-609 configuration and the optional EFI Fiery IC-317. The achievement means that all of Konica Minolta’s current colour production systems are now officially Fogra certified. Summing up his response to the certification, Smith adds: “This Fogra certification is a powerful endorsement, not just of the technology, but of the consistent quality and reliability our customers expect. It’s a game-changer for UK print businesses looking to push boundaries, find new opportunities, and unlock new revenue streams with confidence.” Toner won’t be going away – it offers a low entry but scalable pathway with little compromise on capability ▲ The Xerox Proficio Series was released alongside the Fiery FS700X DFE print server TONER-BASED KIT | JONATHAN PERT 42 Issue 358 - January | February 2026 email: editor@printmonthly.co.uk
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