PFU America, Inc., the U.S.-based subsidiary of PFU Limited and the leader in document scanning solutions, launched the newest document scanner in its workgroup lineup — the RICOH fi-8040 — which integrates “DirectScan” capabilities for workflow efficiency and enhanced user experiences by eliminating the need for a PC.
Compact and equipped with a 4.3-inch touch screen, the RICOH fi-8040 has been optimized for shared environments, supports LAN and USB connectivity, and is the ideal document scanner for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across healthcare, retail, government, and more.
What RICOH fi-8040 Offers
The RICOH fi-8040 allows users to scan using the same methods they have in the past while also being equipped for modern and future methods as it builds upon the success of its predecessor, the RICOH fi-7030. There have been numerous improvements to key functionalities, including an increase to scanning speeds by nearly 1.5 times compared to its predecessor — up to 40 pages per minute, or 80 images per minute at 200/300 dpi. In addition, a Manual Feed Mode enables users to scan folded documents, and a variety of other documents, without the need for a carrier sheet.
Other Key Features
Other key features of the RICOH fi-8040 include:
- DirectScan functionality that eliminates the need for a PC by setting storage location and scanning configurations in advance, and leveraging the touch screen to select a task and destination. Users can now scan directly to network folders, FTP/FTPS/SFTP servers, and attach and send scans directly by email without using a PC* via a simple and intuitive interface, creating more efficient data sharing for SMBs.
- Clear Image Capture is a dedicated, image correction technology that produces high quality images with minimal color shift and line distortion. The scanner driver, “PaperStream IP,” compatible with standard ISIS and TWAIN applications, is a simplified and user-friendly interface that provides icon visibility for uncomplex setting configurations and automatically produces clear image data, supporting OCR accuracy.
- Expanded networking compatibility support as the fi-8040 works with USB3.2 and wired LAN for connectivity in environments without wireless connections, freeing users from having to stand by a computer when scanning.
Buy the RICOH fi-8040
The RICOH fi-8040 is available for purchase now for $655 (MSRP). For more information on PFU America, Inc. and the RICOH fi-8040 image scanner, please visit https://www.pfu-us.ricoh.com/ and https://www.pfu-us.ricoh.com/scanners/fi/fi-8040.
*To use the DirectScan function, initial setup for available connection to an NTP server is required.
