Sharp Unveils New Essential & Advanced Series A3 Printers — Smarter, Greener, and More Secure

Sharp Unveils New Essential & Advanced Series A3 Printers — Smarter, Greener, and More Secure

Sharp New Zealand proudly announces the launch of its new Essential & Advanced A3 Colour Multifunction Printer ranges, setting new standards for sustainability, intelligence, and reliability in office printing. 

Built on Sharp’s next-generation BP platform, the new models deliver powerful performance, advanced security, and seamless cloud integration — all in a more environmentally responsible design.

 

A New Benchmark for A3 Printing

The  Essential & Advanced Series continue Sharp’s legacy of innovation in document technology, offering versatile, connected and energy-efficient MFPs tailored for the modern workplace.

  • Essential Series is ideal for small to mid-sized workgroups seeking dependable performance and everyday usability.
  • Advanced Series is designed for high-volume and enterprise environments, delivering speed, scalability, and robust finishing options.

Both lines share a unified interface, consistent workflow experience, and Sharp’s hallmark reliability across the entire A3 range.


Sustainable by Design

Sharp’s new A3 ranges demonstrate a bold step forward in sustainability and energy efficiency:

  • Body made with approximately 50% recycled materials by weight
  • Packaging is 100% styrofoam-free, using recyclable cardboard to reduce environmental impact
  • Industry-leading energy efficiency with low typical electricity consumption
  • Best-in-class standby power consumption, minimising environmental footprint even when idle

This combination makes the  Essential & Advanced Series some of the most eco-friendly MFPs in their class.

 

Smarter and More Connected

The new series integrates seamlessly into hybrid and cloud-based work environments, featuring:

  • Microsoft Entra ID integration for streamlined authentication and user management
  • Cloud-based address book management, ensuring access to the latest contact information across connected devices
  • Business card skew correction for fast, accurate scanning of contact information
  • Intuitive 10.1″ touchscreen control panel with a consistent Sharp user interface
  • Direct connectivity with popular platforms such as Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Google Drive™, Dropbox™, and Box™

With these smart capabilities, Sharp’s new A3 devices act as secure, intelligent workflow hubs for the modern workplace.

 

Security You Can Trust

Sharp continues its commitment to protecting business data with multi-layered security features, now enhanced for even stronger protection:

  • Storage erase support helps ensure data is safely removed when devices are decommissioned or reassigned
  • Automatic BIOS verification and recovery provides system-level protection against tampering
  • Firmware health checks, encrypted communications, and secure print release add further layers of defence

These features work together to safeguard confidential information and maintain business continuity.

 

Performance That Scales

Whether printing in vibrant colour or crisp monochrome, both the  Essential & Advanced Series ranges deliver exceptional speed, clarity, and media flexibility. With print speeds up to 65 ppm, high-capacity paper handling, and advanced finishing options, these MFPs handle the demands of today’s fast-paced business environments with ease.

“With the Essential & Advanced Series, we’ve taken everything users love about Sharp’s award-winning BP series and made it smarter, greener, and even more secure,” said Christian Wych, Product Manager – Document Solutions, Sharp New Zealand. “These new models reflect Sharp’s ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainability — helping New Zealand businesses work more efficiently while reducing their environmental footprint.”

 

Availability

The new Sharp Essential & Advanced Series range are available now directly from Sharp branches nationwide, and authorised Sharp dealers across New Zealand. For specifications and model comparisons, visit https://www.sharp.net.nz/document-systems


About Sharp New Zealand

Sharp New Zealand has been providing world-class business solutions for over a century, including multifunction print systems, commercial displays, and software solutions designed to help organisations work smarter and more sustainably. Sharp continues to push boundaries in design, performance, and environmental responsibility.