Sector: 5UPER COLOUR

Value from
innovation

Technological advancements driving high-quality, five-colour POD printing for a wider market

Fujifilm has a long-standing reputation for technological innovation, and its transformation in the print-on-demand (POD) market is a continuation of this legacy. Fujifilm’s journey within the European POD market began in 2021, with the start of a phased roll-out of the Revoria brand. Since then, the range has enjoyed remarkable success, built on a 60-year heritage in dry toner technology – and a commitment to ongoing innovation.

The 6-colour Revoria Press PC1120, the flagship product of the Revoria range, has already laid down a marker, enabling print businesses to offer game-changing creative solutions and add significant value to customers, thanks to its award-winning performance, and ability to print speciality colours on demand.

Now, the new mid-range additions to the Revoria range, showcased at drupa 2024 and commercially launched in December 2024, are widening access to added value print with additional colour channels. With the introduction of the Revoria Press EC2100 and SC285, Fujifilm is now able to offer mid-range production presses that offer exceptional, high quality 4-colour printing suitable for the widest range of applications, all delivered with groundbreaking efficiency and speed. These presses are fully field-upgradeable to the ‘S’ models, which are distinguished by their ability to incorporate speciality toners within a fifth colour channel such as clear, pink, or textured paper toner, providing enhanced creative possibilities.

The EC2100S and SC285S uncovered

At the heart of these devices are an extraordinary number of Fujifilm technological innovations. These include over twenty new patents which are exclusive to these devices, and over 200 Fujifilm patents in total, including innovations to boost quality, productivity, efficiency and sustainability.

At first glance, the Revoria EC2100S and SC285S may seem very similar to one another, but while both presses share advanced, core Fujifilm technologies, they cater to different production needs. The Revoria EC2100S is designed with productivity in mind, operating at a print speed of up to 100 pages per minute (ppm) for A4, making it suitable for environments with high-volume print demands. The SC285S, with a slightly lower print speed of 85 ppm for A4, is optimised for businesses that require premium print quality with enhanced media handling versatility, at slightly lower volumes.

5UPER COLOUR

Undoubtedly, the key benefit of the EC2100S and SC285S presses is the ability to print with five colours in a single pass, which Fujifilm refers to as ‘5UPER COLOUR’. Currently, presses with such abilities are really only available at the higher-end of the market.

This added benefit provides the ability to print with clear, pink, or textured paper toner in addition to CMYK, allowing for a greater range of creative possibilities, benefiting designers, commercial print houses, and businesses looking to expand their print offerings. This is ideal for luxury packaging, marketing materials, and photobooks where there is a need to replicate super high quality skin tones, produce deeper and richer colours, print with a varnish-like effect, or print on more difficult textured or embossed paper.

Unlike competitor models that require extensive downtime for speciality toner changes, the Fujifilm presses allow quick toner replacement in under ten minutes. This significantly reduces production interruptions, making it easier to switch between speciality applications.

Innovative ‘Vertical Toner Development’ technology

 

Space efficiency is a crucial factor for many businesses, and Fujifilm has addressed this with its ‘Vertical Toner Development’ technology. This innovation allows the integration of five colour stations without increasing the machine’s overall footprint, making these presses an ideal choice for environments with limited space. Unlike conventional horizontal development units, this innovative design stacks the toner supply vertically, significantly reducing the machine’s footprint.

 

Aside from just space efficiency, this technology also enhances toner transfer stability, leading to more consistent print quality across different media types. The reduced internal complexity also translates to fewer moving parts, reducing maintenance requirements and improving overall machine longevity.

 

Quality

As with any Fujifilm machine, these new mid-range presses excel in terms of the quality that can be achieved. Aside from the additional colour channel there are a range of technological developments that ensure these presses print with exceptional quality even in 4-colour. All four models use a 2,400 x 2,400 dpi LED printhead for sharp details and smooth gradients. This advanced LED technology ensures crisp text, fine lines, and crystal clear images, in addition to the benefits of greater longevity, and lower energy consumption, enhancing the sustainability performance of the presses.

The use of Fujifilm’s Super EA-Eco toner, utilising the smallest particle sizes in the industry, contributes to superior image sharpness, reduced graininess, and seamless tonal transitions.

In addition, the presses all employ Fujifilm’s 10-bit colour depth processing. While most competitors typically use 8-bit technology, which captures only 256 levels per colour channel, the Revoria models elevate this to 1,024 levels per channel, significantly improving tonal accuracy and colour fidelity. This delivers exceptional print quality, especially for high-end applications that demand a high degree of precision.

All of the presses in this range make use of Fujifilm’s new Smart Monitoring Gate feature – an automated quality control system that ensures print stability, precise front-to-back registration, and consistent colour accuracy throughout production. By making real-time adjustments, this technology helps reduce waste and maximise operational efficiency.

Versatility

The paper feeding technologies in the presses are state-of-the-art. Traditionally paper feeders have used friction feed technology with rubber rollers. This system, with its side blowers and multi-feed detector make it ultra-reliable and effective.

A range of other new technologies in the presses also contribute to making them amongst the most versatile on the market, able to support an expanded range of applications. They can effortlessly handle a variety of challenging substrates, such as textured and embossed media. Envelopes and small format printing is easily accommodated thanks to a precision feeding mechanism, while the presses can also print to water-resistant and synthetic media (such as signage, labels and outdoor marketing materials). Long-sheet printing, thanks to the ability of the presses to print up to 1,300mm in length, is also well within standard capabilities.

Static control

Fujifilm’s Revoria presses can accommodate a huge range of media types, and with many of these – such as single-layer film, or synthetic, water-resistant, or tack paper – static charges are a common problem. These unwanted charges can cause sheets to stick together, leading to delays in production or finishing.

Static elimination bars are rarely available in lower or mid-range POD presses, and when they are they are typically fairly low quality and largely ineffective when it comes to preventing such charges occurring. The  Revoria Press SC285 and EC2100, by contrast, have the option to install the same static eliminator module used in the flagship Revoria PC1120, offering a level of reliability ordinarily only available at a much higher price point.

Built-in de-curler and air suction feeder

The presses also include a built-in decurler. Installed directly after the fuser, the decurler can eliminate paper deformation caused by heat and pressure from the fusing unit. This system ensures stable paper transport by mechanically correcting the curl in a sheet of paper (both upward and downward), before the paper is fed to the duplex paper path or output tray.

Suitable for all paper types

When it comes to printing on different paper types, a newly developed Advanced Single Layer Belt (A-SLB) secondary transfer load switching mechanism, and toner condition stabilisation technology, combine to substantially improved the transfer of toner to embossed, or thick paper. Improvements to both image formation, and image transfer technologies, meanwhile, have improved the print quality achievable on plain and rough paper.

Furthermore, Fujifilm has developed an optimal transfer electric field stabilisation technology for each paper type, improving the ability to print uniform densities, while two new paper transfer technologies result in industry-leading paper handling capabilities for thick paper and envelopes.

The first of these new technologies is a secondary transfer load switching mechanism which automatically adjusts the pressure to hold paper according to its thickness. The second is a new transfer torque variable mechanism to stabilise the paper feed. Both of these new technologies mean thick paper and envelopes can be printed wrinkle-free, consistently.

For printing on thin paper, meanwhile, the use of a belt-type transfer device, rather than roll-type device, enhances accuracy and stability and, when printing postcards, the use of a shutter to block the area outside the paper path, improves handling stability on press.

Speed & productivity

In addition to colour, quality and versatility – the presses offer superb speed. The EC2100 and EC2100S model operates at up to 100 pages per minute (ppm) for A4 and 55 ppm for A3, while the SC285 and SC285S achieve up to 85 ppm (A4) and 47 ppm (A3). These speeds are maintained even when printing on heavier media, with both models accommodating stocks up to 400 gsm. This makes them suitable for a variety of applications, including packaging, business cards, and premium print products requiring durability and a high-end finish.

 

Automation

All models are compatible with both Fujifilm’s Revoria Flow print server and Fiery print controllers, offering a choice of flexible workflow solutions. These platforms provide advanced colour management, automation tools, and variable data printing capabilities, ensuring smooth integration into existing production environments. For users looking to go even further on the automation front, Fujifilm’s XMF PressReady digital print production workflow system receives, pre-flights, imposes, gangs, sorts and delivers “Press Ready” jobs using automated production flows. It is compatible with both Revoria Flow and with Fiery workflow solutions, allowing users to automate repetitive tasks, and free up press operators’ time to focus on more important aspects of the production process.

Sustainability

Sustainability is a key requirement for an advanced modern print production solution, and continues to be at the core of Fujifilm’s values. These four presses are no different in meeting these expectations. The LED printhead and Super EA-Eco toner operate at lower fusing temperatures, due to the ultra-low melt point of the toner, therefore reducing energy consumption. Additionally, the air suction feeding mechanism minimises paper jams and misfeeds, improving efficiency and reducing material waste. Finally, applications printed on these presses, and on all presses in the Revoria range, are fully recyclable. To back this up, Fujifilm has secured INGEDE accreditation, to certify that products printed on Revoria presses are de-inkable and fully recyclable in standard paper recycling streams.

 

Making the extraordinary, ordinary

The latest technologies incorporated into Fujifilm’s POD portfolio provide a powerful example of Fujifilm’s ability to innovate – not only to push the boundaries of what is possible to achieve with toner presses – but to tailor them in such a way that they are accessible to the widest possible audience. The cutting-edge technologies Fujifilm is bringing to market today, will become the minimum expected standard tomorrow, as the pace of technological change continues to increase.

 

Welcome to
5UPER COLOUR®

Accessible speciality colour printing to make the extraordinary, ordinary

Getting the basics right in 4 colour

At Fujifilm we’re great believers in the added value of speciality toners – whether for embellishments for adding value or for boosting the pantone range a press can reach. Additional colour channels though, count for little if the device isn’t first hitting exceptionally high standards in CMYK-only printing.

Exceptional CMYK
Quality

Over 200 patented technologies combine to deliver industry-leading image quality with CMYK alone — featuring Super EA-Eco toner, 10-bit colour depth, and 2400 dpi precision.

High-Speed
Productivity

Print up to 120 A4 ppm (PC1120) with outstanding reliability across a wide range of media — from thick stocks to speciality substrates — for non-stop performance in any print environment.

Designed for Performance, Prioritised for
Sustainability

Reduced power consumption, efficient operation, and recyclable prints have all been prioritised to support more sustainable production without compromising on performance.

Creative Versatility Across
Many Media

Incredibly versatile, supporting a wide range of media, from heavy stocks to speciality substrates, so printers can really expand their creative possibilities.

Fujifilm has always been committed to quality, and whether printing in four, five or six colours, Fujifilm print-on-demand (POD) presses can always be relied on to exceed industry benchmark quality standards. In our new mid-range Revoria EC2100 and SC285 presses, over 200 patented Fujifilm technologies combine to deliver exceptional quality even in CMYK. These technologies include Fujifilm’s low temperature fusing Super EA-Eco toner, with the smallest particle size in the industry, 10-bit colour depth and 2400 dpi LED printheads. Put together, these technologies deliver exceptional quality print, fine detail and vibrant colours.

And of course, productivity is also key. These new presses offer benchmark, high-speed printing up to 100 A4 ppm, reliable paper handling, and efficient workflows to keep things moving in busy print environments. They’re also incredibly versatile, supporting a wide range of media, from heavy stocks to speciality substrates, so printers can really expand their creative possibilities. And importantly, we’ve prioritised sustainability with reduced power consumption, efficient operation, and recyclable prints.

But for those who want even more, there is more. And we’re calling it ‘5UPER COLOUR’.

Laying down a marker in 6 colour

When it comes to additional colour channels, Fujifilm had already laid down a marker with its flagship POD press – the Revoria Press PC1120. Introduced to the European market in 2021, the Revoria PC1120 features six colour channels and a choice of six speciality toners to use in conjunction with CMYK. With more than 200 units installed across Europe to date, this press is now helping many European print businesses add value for their customers, either through embellishments, or by extending the colour gamut available. But, for all its success in a very short space of time, there are many print businesses for whom a press like the Revoria PC1120 is out of reach.

Having shown what it was possible to achieve with additional colours, Fujifilm’s next challenge was to bring the power of that possibility to a much larger audience. In our new mid-range models, this is exactly what we’ve done. We’ve brought the added value of speciality colours into the mainstream.

Looking ahead, in 5 colour

The new Fujifilm Revoria EC2100S and SC285S presses feature three interchangeable special toners as the fifth colour: pink, clear and toner for textured paper (with the availability of gold, silver, and white coming later).

These new presses, exclusively available from Fujifilm, make 5-colour printing available at an entirely new level of accessibility. There are very few comparable 5-colour presses on the market, and none that can match the price / performance of these presses, their compact machine footprint, or their productivity and versatility.

Unlike some other models, where the black toner has to be swapped out for a special colour whenever it is required, the Revoria EC2100S and SC285S presses allow special colours to be combined with CMYK without the need for them to be printed as an underlay. No time-consuming toner position movement is required, and no unnecessary toner waste, as 5-colour printing in one pass is made easy. Changing out one speciality toner for another, meanwhile, is an easy 5-10 minute process.

 

 

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5UPER COLOUR Speciality toners

The power of PINK

It’s not all about embellishment. When talk turns to special colours – most will immediately think of metallics or varnishes to add a level of luxury to printed products. But, as important as embellishments are, one of the major benefits of a fifth colour (and one that can go somewhat overlooked) is that it can allow you to achieve pantone reach that would be impossible with CMYK toners alone.

Many Fujifilm Revoria PC1120 customers originally invested in the press primarily to gain access to the metallic and varnish special effects and finishes. However, they often soon found that the primary benefit was the massive increase in colours achievable through the use of Fujifilm’s pink toner. In addition to brighter, more vibrant pinks and smoother, less grainy skin tones, Fujifilm’s pink toner also massively increases the colour gamut that can be achieved in the purple, orange and yellow shades.

A touch of luxury, or added security: the solution is CLEAR

Fujifilm’s transparent toner brightens any area of a document, large or small, and can add a real feel of luxury. Spot coating or creating gloss textures can be achieved simply by adding an additional layer in the print file indicating what needs to be enhanced in the image. Clear toner can also be combined with CMYK toner, creating multiple different gloss effects.

Clear toner is also invaluable in security applications, to add watermarks or background designs that cannot be reproduced by photocopying or scanning. Where required, up to seven layers of clear toner can be applied by printing multiple passes to give more intensity or a sense of volume.

Embossed and textured papers

 

Printing on embossed and textured papers can be very challenging, so Fujifilm has a special toner for that as well. The machines perform very well on textured stock without the special toner, but adding it makes the Revoria EC2100S and SC285S amongst the very best printers on the market for printing onto textured and embossed paper.

 

 

Two new, mid-range presses that combine a fifth colour with outstanding performance to help you stand out in an increasingly demanding market.

5UPER COLOUR, by Fujifilm

5 colour digital printing can now be very much part of the mainstream, and that’s what our 5UPER COLOUR concept is all about. It’s about delivering a new benchmark in print quality and versatility; it’s about the power of Fujifilm toner technologies to provide new colours, effects and embellishments to deliver new, higher value, applications; and it’s about bringing all those benefits to a much bigger market than ever before.

A class of printing that, even comparatively recently, was seen as a luxury, a nice-to-have, or beyond reach, will quickly become the new norm. These new models are designed to maximise accessibility as well as performance – making them an ideal investment for print businesses looking to future proof for the long term. The Revoria EC2100 and SC285 CMYK models are fully upgradable in the field, meaning that businesses have the option of investing in an exceptional 4 colour device initially and then adding a fifth channel when required.

Fujifilm has an incredibly long and proud history of innovation and we’re proud to be continuing that tradition, driving our industry forward. 5UPER COLOUR from Fujifilm: extra colours and applications that make the extraordinary ordinary.

 

Smart Monitoring

Consistency in every print, every time

Fujifilm’s Smart Monitoring Gate

Quality control is a constant focus, demanding ongoing attention, and where a slight registration drift or colour deviation can turn a profitable job into an unprofitable one.

Factors like temperature, humidity, and prolonged operation can lead to subtle variations in colour and paper alignment, all of which need minimising in a production run.

Our new ‘Smart Monitoring Gate’ monitors, measures, and corrects key quality parameters in real time, keeping print consistent, improving efficiency, and saving operator time.

The role of “smart monitoring”

The Smart Monitoring Gate is positioned externally to the toner printing unit, where the paper has cooled and stabilised to its natural state. This is deliberate, as paper can still be hot inside the press, resulting in expansion and distorted readings. By placing the module outside, measurements reflect the print’s true, final condition.

Two strategically placed scanners, one above and one below the sheet, continuously monitor both front-to-back registration and colour consistency. The system automatically prints four colour patches along the edges and cuts small crosses at the corners of each sheet. These marks give the sensors clear reference points for measuring registration and colour, and they do require a small margin, which might not be suitable for true edge-to-edge printing.

If a deviation is detected, the system instantly communicates with the press, making subtle adjustments to prevent errors before they occur. For short runs, this might not seem critical, as the press may finish before any variation creeps in. But on longer jobs, where temperature and humidity in the room can change over time, this system quietly keeps everything in line. That means fewer interventions, fewer errors, and far less risk of discovering problems too late.

Smart adjustments without overcorrection

The module doesn’t react to every minor fluctuation. To avoid overcorrection, it calculates averages from the last ten printed sheets. For example, only when a deviation exceeds a preset threshold does it trigger an alert, either to inform the operator, or to pause the job, depending on the settings, but only ever triggering an alert when a drastic deviation occurs. This allows for smooth, gradual adjustments to ensure that the print quality remains stable and consistent without introducing unwanted fluctuations.

 

A closer look at the technology

The Smart Monitoring Gate handles a broad range of paper sizes, and can process stock from 52 to 400 gsm without breaking stride. All of this runs in the background, without interrupting production or slowing the press. And despite its capabilities, the module itself is compact and energy efficient. It’s engineered for high-volume environments, built to spot what the human eye might miss, and designed to do so without ever getting in the way.

Automation: more productivity and less waste

The Smart Monitoring Gate brings a significant boost to productivity by taking over a task that traditionally requires considerable operator time. Operators often spend around 3 minutes of each cycle manually checking the output. By automating this crucial quality control step, the Smart Monitoring Gate reduces manual checks and saves time, helping teams shift their focus from routine inspection to more valuable tasks, and improving overall productivity.

And because the system detects issues with registration and colour consistency early in the printing process, fewer sheets go to waste and less ink is used. The result is a simpler, more cost-effective and sustainable approach to printing. Importantly, the Smart  Monitoring Gate performs its measurements and corrections on the fly so the print speed remains virtually unaffected.

Addressing concerns

It’s natural for customers to wonder: “If a correction system is needed, is the press really stable?” The answer is yes. The Revoria presses are designed for consistency. But environmental variables are real, and over long runs, they can add up.

This module is there as a proactive measure to maintain the highest quality standards, especially during longer runs, where any printing system could experience minor variations. It’s a tool that ensures consistent output and adds an extra layer of reassurance.

Looking ahead

The current module focuses on registration and colour but Fujifilm’s vision for print quality extends beyond this. A next-generation version, already available in Japan, introduces full-sheet inspection, capable of detecting wrinkles, spots, fibres, and other defects beyond the margins.

Fujifilm’s Smart Monitoring Gate is a valuable asset for any print provider seeking to optimise operations and deliver consistent high quality results. It minimises waste, maximises efficiency, and provides customers with the peace of mind that their prints will be perfect every time.

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