Printer Group

What Printer Group does

Grupo Printer is a privately held Central American technology distribution and document management company, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Guatemala City. The company operates as an authorized multi-brand dealer and distributor of printing, multifunctional, and graphic arts equipment for global OEMs including Konica Minolta, Kyocera, Epson, Brother, Duplo, Amsky, Tec Lighting, and IPAGSA. It serves small and medium businesses, corporate enterprises, commercial printers, and—through a newer smart home/office line—residential users across Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua, supported by three regional headquarters and 23 agency and service centers.

The company's product portfolio spans four layers. First, hardware: monochrome and color multifunctionals for SMB and corporate tiers, plus pre-press (CTP systems, plate processors), press (Konica Minolta Accurio Press), and post-press equipment for the graphic arts industry. Second, software: resold and deployed solutions including ScannerVision (document workflow automation with OCR, barcode/QR recognition, and cloud integrations to Google Drive, OneDrive, SharePoint, Dropbox, and Evernote), PaperCut MF, MyQ, and Kyocera's DMConect, Cloud Connect, and Mobile Print applications. Third, energy: the proprietary eBAT+ sub-brand offering lithium-based uninterruptible power supplies (1–180 KVA), portable power storage, photovoltaic generators, and lithium batteries with remote Bluetooth/WiFi/LAN monitoring. Fourth, smart environments: consumer IoT kits for security, lighting, and pet care under the Nexxt Home ecosystem.

Commercially, Grupo Printer runs a sales-led, multi-channel go-to-market combining direct field sales from regional offices, a 23-location agency and service center network across Guatemala, country-specific website quote flows, and PBX/WhatsApp contact points. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales, software licensing, professional services (technical maintenance and supplies), and supplies annuities, with multi-year B2B contracts as the typical commercial vehicle. The operating model is a regional dealer with added proprietary brand extensions (eBAT+) and resold software, rather than a vertically integrated technology company.

Name

Printer Group

Legal name

Grupo Printer

Website

https://grupoprinter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Grupo Printer is a Central American authorized dealer of printing, multifunctional, and graphic arts equipment, distributing brands like Konica Minolta, Kyocera, and Epson to SMBs, corporates, and graphic arts businesses across Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua through 23 service centers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Printing Equipment Distribution

NAICS

Printing and Related Support Activities (3231), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

SIC

Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555), Commercial Printing (2750)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHDACAEAJ

Production & High-Volume Printing Systems

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Computing Hardware & Peripherals/Printers, Scanners & Imaging Peripherals

SECONDARYIMAMAHAH

Printing & Business Forms (continuous forms, checks, tickets)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Paper & Forest Products/Converted Paper Products (Corrugated, Bags, Labels, Stationery)

Keywords

• Printing equipment distribution
• Document management solutions
• Graphic arts equipment
• Energy storage systems
• Smart home automation

Headquarters

HQ city

Guatemala City

HQ country

Guatemala

HQ region

Latin America

Offices25 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Printers and Multifunctionals: Sale of printers, multifunctionals, and photocopiers from brands including Konica Minolta, Kyocera, Epson, and Brother. Products are sold to businesses of all sizes through direct sales and quote requests.
2. Graphic Arts Equipment: Sale of pre-press (CTP systems, processors), press (digital printing presses), and post-press equipment (binders, cutters, folding machines, laminators) for the graphic arts industry.
3. Energy Storage and Solar Solutions: Sale of eBAT+ UPS systems, photovoltaic generators, lithium batteries, solar panels, and inverters for residential, commercial, and industrial backup power applications.
4. Document Management Software: Licensing and sale of ScannerVision document automation software, PaperCut MF print management, and MyQ print solutions.
5. Technical Service and Supplies: Technical support, maintenance, and supply sales (toner, ink, parts) for printing equipment.
6. Smart Home/Office Products: Sale of smart home devices including security cameras, smart bulbs, smart plugs, WiFi systems, and pet feeders.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Grupo Printer is an authorized regional dealer and distributor of multi-brand printing and imaging equipment, graphic arts machinery, document management software, energy storage systems, and smart home products. The company sells and services printers, multifunctionals, and photocopiers from brands such as Konica Minolta, Kyocera, Epson, and Brother, alongside software solutions (ScannerVision, PaperCut MF, MyQ) and its own eBAT+ lithium-based energy storage line. Operations span Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua through regional headquarters and 23 service agencies.

Product overview

Printer Group is a technology solutions provider with over 39 years of experience offering a diversified portfolio of products and services across Central America. The core offering includes printers and multifunctional devices from brands like Konica Minolta, Kyocera, and Epson, available for both SMEs and corporate enterprises in monochrome and color variants. The company also provides specialized graphic arts equipment including pre-press (CTP systems, plate processors), press (Konica Minolta Accurio Press series), and post-press machinery (binders, cutters, folding machines, coating systems). Complementary offerings include eBAT+ energy storage solutions (uninterruptible power supplies, photovoltaic generators, deep cycle lithium batteries) and smart home products (security kits, smart home kits, pet feeders). Software solutions span document management (ScannerVision with OCR and cloud integrations), print management (PaperCut MF, MyQ), and Kyocera-specific solutions (DMConect, Cloud Connect, Mobile Print). The company operates across Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua through 23 agency locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• eBAT+: High capacity uninterruptible power systems with lithium battery technology for energy storage and backup power solutions, ranging from 1KVA to 180KVA for fixed or mobile applications.

Products and services

• Kyocera TASKalfa 4054/5054/6054 Multifunctionals Monochromatic multifunctional devices for corporate enterprises offering 40/50/60 pages per minute, up to 250,000 monthly pages, automatic duplex, and enhanced security features.
• Epson WF-C878R Multifunctional Inkjet multifunctional with PrecisionCore Heat-Free technology, 25/24 ISO pages per minute, up to 75,000 pages per month, and a 5-inch LCD color screen.
• Kyocera Document Management Suite
• Technical Service and Maintenance

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 36 years of continuous operations since 1987
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and standard.

• Konica MinoltacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer and distributor of Konica Minolta printing equipment including Bizhub color and monochrome multifunctionals, Accurio Press digital printing presses, and related software solutions. Konica Minolta is recognized for best quality in full color and monochrome printing equipment with wide substrate handling and finishing options.
• KyoceracoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer of Kyocera printing solutions including TASKalfa and Ecosys product lines. Kyocera provides solutions reducing Total Cost of Ownership with high-yield parts and supplies, featuring Quad Core processors for fast large document printing.
• EpsonmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer of Epson printing products including Workforce and EcoTank lines. Epson products are known for user-friendly design, efficient printing/copying/scanning results, and adaptability to various work environments.
• BrotherstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer of Brother office equipment featuring compact design suitable for small workgroups in office or home environments.
• DuplostandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer of Duplo products specialized in document finishing solutions for the paper industry, including binders, cutters, and finishing equipment.
• AmskystandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer of Amsky industrial printing technology. Amsky focuses on laser technology, piezoelectric inkjet technology, and precision motion control systems, with over ten years of technology development.
• Tec LightingstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer of Tec Lighting UV lamps, curing equipment, and special power sources. Tec Lighting has over 100 years of combined experience in UV curing technology with quality service, training, reliability, and custom project equipment.
• IPAGSAstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrand partner for printing and imaging solutions in the Central American market.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• GBM (Grupo GBM): GBM is the largest IT distributor in Central America, distributing hardware, software, and enterprise solutions including printing equipment across the same Guatemala/El Salvador/Costa Rica/Nicaragua footprint. It is the most direct functional peer to Grupo Printer's multi-brand distribution model.
• Intcomex: Intcomex is a major value-added distributor of IT products, including printing and imaging equipment, across Latin America and the Caribbean. Its multi-country B2B distribution model and product breadth closely mirror Grupo Printer's role as a regional multi-brand technology distributor.

Broad incumbents

• Brother Industries: Brother is a global manufacturer of printers and MFPs and a partner of Grupo Printer for SMB and home-office segments. Brother sells both through distribution and direct channels, making it a comparable manufacturer with overlapping customer base in the same Central American geography.
• Konica Minolta: Konica Minolta is a global manufacturer of multifunctional printers and production presses, and Grupo Printer's most strategic "core" partner. Konica Minolta also sells direct in many markets, representing both a principal supplier and a potential competitive disintermediation risk.
• Office Depot: Office Depot operates a multi-brand office supplies and equipment retail/distribution business with established presence in Central America. It addresses overlapping SMB and corporate customers for printing hardware, supplies, and related services, competing for similar wallet share.
• Ricoh: Ricoh is a global manufacturer of office printers, production presses, and managed print services with presence across Latin America. It competes in the same product categories as Grupo Printer's principal brands and serves overlapping enterprise and graphic arts customer segments.
• HP Inc. HP Inc. is the global leader in printing hardware and increasingly sells direct via e-commerce. As a broader incumbent in the same product category, HP competes with the brands Grupo Printer distributes and shapes the competitive landscape for SMB and enterprise printing in Central America.
• Xerox: Xerox is a major global manufacturer of multifunctional printers and production presses with direct sales and partner channels across Latin America. It competes with the Konica Minolta and Kyocera equipment Grupo Printer distributes for the same enterprise and graphic arts customers.
• Kyocera Document Solutions: Kyocera Document Solutions manufactures TASKalfa and Ecosys MFPs and is Grupo Printer's other "core" partner. As a principal supplier, Kyocera's broader business context shapes Grupo Printer's product roadmap and competitive positioning across Central America.
• Epson: Epson manufactures inkjet printers and multifunctionals (including Workforce and EcoTank lines) and is a "major" partner of Grupo Printer. As a manufacturer with its own Latin American distribution, Epson is both a supplier and a category-shaping competitor.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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