What Canon Production Printing does

Canon Production Printing (CPP), headquartered in Venlo, Netherlands, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Canon Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 7751) that develops and manufactures digital production printing systems and workflow software for commercial and industrial printing applications. The company traces its roots to Océ, a Dutch printing technology firm, and operates on three continents with approximately 2,900 employees (end of 2020) and manufacturing facilities in Venlo and Poing, Germany. CPP's installed base spans more than 1,600 high-volume inkjet presses and 8,500+ UV-based large-format printing systems worldwide, serving blue-chip multinationals, commercial print service providers, label converters, packaging companies, and creative studios across 20+ countries.

The company's portfolio is organized into five categories: Large Format Graphics (Arizona flatbed printers, Colorado roll-to-roll and hybrid UVgel printers), Cutsheet & Sheetfed (varioPRINT i-series and iX-series), Continuous Feed (ColorStream, ProStream, JetStream, VarioStream), Industrial Packaging (LabelStream 4000 series, corrPRESS), and Software & Services (PRISMA suite including PRISMAprepare, PRISMAproduction, PRISMAdirect, PRISMAlytics, PRISMAremote). Core proprietary technologies include UVgel ink technology (delivering up to 40% less ink consumption with zero VOC/HAP emissions), CrystalPoint toner technology (no ozone emissions), and TonerPearl ink technology. Recent launches include the varioPRINT iX1700 (165 LTR pages/min, Red Dot Design Award 2026), the Colorado XL-series 3.4-meter hybrid UVgel system, the corrPRESS iB17 for corrugated packaging, and the ColorStream 7000 Series for mid-range web-fed workloads.

CPP operates an enterprise field sales model with direct sales, regional Canon organizations worldwide, and channel partners (e.g., Rodden Graphics for Australia/New Zealand). Revenue is generated through four streams: (1) production printing hardware sales, (2) recurring consumables including proprietary UVgel and polymer inks (supported by a newly automated manufacturing plant) and toners, (3) software licenses and subscriptions under the PRISMA brand, and (4) service and support including the proCARE after-sales program. The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and is differentiated by sustainability credentials, including the BLI 2024-2025 Pacesetter Award in Wide Format Sustainability.

Name

Canon Production Printing

Legal name

Canon Production Printing Netherlands B.V.

Website

https://cpp.canon

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Canon Production Printing, a Canon Inc. subsidiary headquartered in Venlo, Netherlands, develops and manufactures digital production printing systems and workflow software for commercial printers, label converters, and packaging companies globally, anchored by proprietary UVgel and CrystalPoint technologies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Production Printing Equipment

NAICS

Printing (32311), Printing and Related Support Activities (323), Support Activities for Printing (323120)

SIC

Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555), Service Industries For The Printing Trade (2790)

akta.pro primary industry

Production & High-Volume Printing Systems (HDACAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Digital Printing (Short-Run, Variable Data) (MPAJALAC), Direct-to-Container & Digital Printing (Inkjet/Laser) (IMALAKAF), Finishing, Converting & Die-Cutting Services (IMALAKAN)

Keywords

• Production printing systems
• Digital printing presses
• Industrial label printing
• Large format graphics printers
• Print workflow software

Headquarters

HQ city

Venlo

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Production Printing Hardware: Sale of high-volume digital production printing systems including continuous-feed, cut-sheet, large-format graphics, industrial packaging, and label printing presses.
2. Ink and Toner Supplies: Recurring revenue from proprietary inks (UVgel, polymer inks) and toners for installed printer base. Canon opened a new highly automated manufacturing plant to meet growing demand for water-based polymer inks for inkjet production presses.
3. Software Licenses and Subscriptions: Software solutions for workflow management (PRISMA suite), print management, and production servers. Includes PRISMAprepare, PRISMAproduction, PRISMAremote, PRISMAdirect, and other software offerings.
4. Service and Support: Support services including proCARE after-sales service program for Arizona and Colorado customers, remote service, technical support, and maintenance.
5. Spare Parts: Spare parts supply for maintenance and repair of production printing equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Canon Production Printing develops and manufactures high-volume digital production printing hardware—including sheetfed inkjet (varioPRINT iX-series), continuous-feed (ColorStream, ProStream, JetStream, VarioStream), wide-format UVgel and flatbed systems (Colorado, Arizona), CAD/GIS plotters (ColorWave, PlotWave), and digital label/corrugated packaging presses (LabelStream 4000, corrPRESS iB17)—along with the PRISMA workflow software suite. Recurring revenue is generated through proprietary UVgel, polymer, and toner consumables plus proCARE after-sales service contracts. The company sells to commercial printers, label converters, packaging producers, and large-format graphics providers globally through enterprise field sales and Canon regional organizations.

Product overview

Canon Production Printing develops and manufactures high-tech digital production printing products and workflow software for the commercial printing market, operating as part of Canon Group. The company offers a broad portfolio organized into five main categories: Large Format Graphics (Arizona flatbed printers, Colorado roll-to-roll and hybrid UVgel printers, ColorWave and PlotWave CAD/GIS systems), Cutsheet & Sheetfed (varioPRINT i-series and iX-series), Continuous Feed (ColorStream, ProStream, JetStream, VarioStream series), Industrial Packaging (LabelStream 4000 series digital label presses, CorrPRESS for corrugated), and Software & Services (PRISMA workflow software suite, support services). Key proprietary technologies include UVgel ink technology (up to 40% less ink consumption, zero VOC emissions) and CrystalPoint/TonerPearl technology. The company operates on 3 continents with Global Headquarters in Venlo, Netherlands and manufacturing facilities in Venlo and Poing, Germany. The portfolio was significantly expanded through the 2010 acquisition of Océ and the 2022 acquisition of Edale for packaging converting equipment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• varioPRINT iX1700 sheetfed inkjet press High-speed sheetfed inkjet digital press capable of producing up to 165 LTR four-color images per minute, designed for reduced downtime and intuitive operation in commercial print environments.
• Colorado XL-series 3.4m UVgel hybrid printer Large-format 3.4-meter roll-to-roll hybrid UVgel printer featuring automated nozzle correction and dynamic printhead recalibration technology for the wide-format graphics market.
• Colorado M-series large format printer Large-format UVgel printer with modular design and in-field upgradability, approved for the 3M MCS Warranty Program when used with 3M-specified media and ink.
• Colorado M-Traffic printer Large-format UVgel printer designed specifically for regulated traffic signage production.
• Arizona series flatbed printers Flatbed wide-format printing systems for large format graphics applications, available in GT and XT configurations with various bed sizes; Arizona 2300 series launched in 2020 for higher productivity and Arizona 1300 series now includes FLXflow technology.
• ColorStream 7000 Series Web-fed continuous-feed production inkjet press designed for mid-range workloads, expanding Canon's industry-leading web-fed portfolio.
• ColorStream 3000/6000/8000 series continuous-feed presses Continuous-feed high-volume inkjet production presses including ColorStream 3000/3200/3500/3700/3900 series, ColorStream 6000/6200/6500/6700/6900/8000 series with Chroma variants for enhanced color quality, used for commercial printing and publishing.
• ProStream and JetStream series continuous-feed presses ProStream continuous-feed inkjet presses for high-quality commercial printing applications; JetStream continuous-feed inkjet printing systems for high-volume production.
• VarioStream series continuous-feed presses Continuous-feed monochrome and color printing systems for transactional and publishing applications.
• varioPRINT 6000 series TITAN cutsheet presses High-volume cut-sheet production presses including Ultra+, MICR, and TP variants for commercial printing needs.
• varioPRINT i-series cutsheet inkjet presses Cut-sheet inkjet production presses with modular architecture and various finishing options for commercial printing environments.
• LabelStream 4000 series digital label press Industrial-scale UV inkjet digital label press with optional flexo printing, embellishment, and finishing units. Available in CORE (entry-level), digital, and HYBRID configurations, achieving output speed of 1,845 m²/hr at 410mm print width and 75 m/min; first digital press certified by Fogra PSD and PANTONE Capable.
• corrPRESS iB17 corrugated packaging press Next-generation inkjet press engineered for industrial-scale corrugated packaging production.
• ColorWave and PlotWave large format plotters ColorWave color and PlotWave monochrome large format printers for CAD/GIS technical documentation, using CrystalPoint toner-based technology that produces no ozone emissions.
• PRISMA workflow software suite Workflow software suite comprising PRISMAprepare (job preparation), PRISMAproduction (production management and control including Server, Host, Ultra variants), PRISMAdirect (workflow integration and automation), PRISMAlytics (data analysis and accounting), PRISMAremote Manager (fleet monitoring), and PRISMAsync (remote control for imagePRESS and ColorStream presses).
• Edale converting equipment Web transport, conventional printing, and embellishment modules for LabelStream 4000, plus digital and hybrid presses, carton and label production lines, flatbed die-cutters, and finishing equipment for the packaging industry.
• proCARE after-sales service program After-sales service program available worldwide for Arizona and Colorado large format printer customers, providing maintenance, technical support, and remote service coverage.
• UVgel and CrystalPoint/TonerPearl inks and toners Proprietary Canon inks and toners for production printing systems, including UVgel ink (up to 40% less ink consumption, zero VOC or hazardous air pollutant emissions, odorless prints), CrystalPoint toner (zero ozone emissions for ColorWave/PlotWave), and water-based polymer inks for inkjet production presses.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 40% less ink consumption with UVgel technology compared to competitive technologies
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability4 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core, regional and minor.

• 3MstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2023Canon Colorado M-series including white ink was approved for the 3M MCS (Muted Color System) Warranty Program. This approval enables customers using Canon Colorado M-series printers with 3M-specified media and 3M MCS Warranty Ink to receive 3M's warranty protection for their finished graphics.
• EdalecoreTechnology or Integration · 4 April 2022Canon Production Printing and Canon Inc. acquired UK-based packaging converting equipment manufacturer Edale to strengthen Canon's label and packaging business. Edale had been a supplier of web transport, conventional printing, and embellishment modules for the LabelStream 4000 series since 2018. Edale engineers and manufactures printing and converting solutions including digital and hybrid presses, carton and label production lines, flatbed die-cutters, and finishing equipment.
• Rodden GraphicsregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 May 2021Canon Production Printing signed an agreement with Rodden Graphics to promote and distribute its UV inkjet press, the Canon LabelStream 4000 series, from the beginning of May 2021. Rodden Graphics serves as the exclusive/named distributor for Australia and New Zealand.
• NEMO Science MuseumminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 April 2018NEMO and Océ entered into a partnership where Océ, as one of the top Dutch investors in research and development, supports NEMO in making academic knowledge accessible to a wide audience and in getting scientists enthusiastic about technology.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Durst Group: Durst is a leading wide-format and industrial inkjet competitor, overlapping with Canon's Colorado, Arizona, and LabelStream product lines for signage, decor, and label applications.
• Xerox (Production Inkjet / iGen / Iridesse): Xerox's iGen, Iridesse, and Brenva production presses compete head-to-head with Canon's cutsheet and continuous-feed inkjet systems for commercial print and packaging converters worldwide.
• Fujifilm (Jet Press / Inca Digital): Fujifilm's Jet Press B2 sheetfed inkjet and Inca Digital wide-format presses compete with Canon's varioPRINT and Colorado/Arizona lines for high-quality commercial and large-format graphics.
• Screen Holdings (Truepress): Screen's Truepress inkjet and label presses compete with Canon's continuous-feed and LabelStream 4000 series, particularly in commercial print, transactional, and label segments in Asia-Pacific.
• HP Inc. (HP Indigo & PageWide): HP's Indigo and PageWide product lines are direct competitors to Canon Production Printing's varioPRINT and ColorStream platforms in the commercial production inkjet market, serving commercial printers and publishing houses globally.
• Kodak (NEXFINITY, Prosper, UTECO): Kodak's Prosper inkjet and UTECO packaging presses compete directly with Canon's continuous-feed and LabelStream/CorrPRESS offerings, particularly in publishing, transactional, and flexible packaging.
• Epson (SureColor Production): Epson's production SureColor and ColorWorks lines compete with Canon's cutsheet inkjet and label presses in commercial print, photo, and on-demand label applications.
• Ricoh (Production Printing): Ricoh's Pro C9200 series and continuous-feed inkjet portfolio directly competes with Canon's cutsheet and web-fed inkjet presses for commercial printers and corporate in-plants.

Broad incumbents

• Komori (Lithrone / digital offset): Komori is a major offset press manufacturer extending into digital/hybrid production, competing indirectly with Canon's industrial packaging and cutsheet inkjet offerings in the commercial and packaging printer market.

Emerging players

• Agfa-Gevaert (Inkjet / Wide Format): Agfa's inkjet and wide-format printing systems overlap with Canon's Colorado/Arizona lines in signage and industrial inkjet, though Agfa is smaller and more focused on specific verticals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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