Ramsey, New Jersey-based distribution company Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. announces a partnership with Denver-based large-format graphics franchise company SpeedPro Imaging.

SpeedPro is enlisting Konica Minolta to become a nationwide sales and service provider for the EFI h1625 LED flatbed printer. SpeedPro has a U.S. and Canadian network of more than 170 studios, and Steven Brown, senior vice president of operations for the company, says he's pleased Konica Minolta will be offering the printer to its network. He added that the service and support capabilities the Japanese company brings match well with SpeedPro's geographic presence.

“We are excited about our partnership with SpeedPro Imaging as it exemplifies Konica Minolta's growing portfolio of products including wide format,”says Kevin Kern, senior vice president of business intelligence services and product planning.“The EFI h1625 is a phenomenal product which offers optimal image quality on a wide variety of substrates and thickness. We look forward to providing unmatched technology, services and support to SpeedPro Imaging and its franchises.”