Ricoh Company, Ltd.

Ricoh Company, Ltd. is an international provider of extensive office and commercial printing solutions, along with a broad spectrum of related offerings. Its product portfolio features a diverse array of hardware, including multifunctional devices, standard printers, industrial inkjet systems, garment and production printers, and 3D printers. The company also supplies communication and collaboration tools such as projectors, video and web conferencing systems, and interactive whiteboards, as well as essential components like inkjet heads and modules. Beyond printing, Ricoh diversifies into optics and electronics, manufacturing digital, spherical, single-lens reflex, action, and infrared thermography cameras. It also provides the automotive industry with stereo cameras and precision machined parts, in addition to producing compact, energy-efficient mobile integrated circuits. The company's specialized ventures include producing and marketing thermal paper for various uses such as food labels and tickets, crafting watches, and developing advanced healthcare and sensing technologies. These encompass magnetoencephalography (MEG) systems for brain activity measurement, indoor positioning services, bed sensor systems, automated external defibrillators (AEDs), integrated medical care platforms, and genetic testing materials. Ricoh's service offerings comprise managed print solutions, application and business process management, communication services, intelligent workplace strategies, and general information technology support. The company also participates in the energy sector, handling solar power facility operations and maintenance, and selling electricity. Catering to numerous industries, including manufacturing, retail, healthcare, real estate, travel and tourism, and engineering and construction, Ricoh Company, Ltd. was established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1936 as Riken Optical Co., Ltd., and rebranded to its current name in 1963.