Canon to Launch US Multifunction Device Remanufacturing Business

Canon Inc., Canon U.S.A., and Canon Virginia today announced further expansion of Canon's global multifunction device remanufacturing business with the remanufacturing of one multifunction device series, currently set to begin at Canon Virginia in April of 2026.

Canon currently uses proprietary technologies to remanufacture used multifunction devices to like-new condition before resale in the Japanese and European markets, with remanufacturing taking place at Canon Ecology Industry in Japan and Canon Giessen in Germany. Canon will now be expanding this remanufacturing business by introducing, at Canon Virginia, the standardized production processes and remanufacturing technologies developed at the two existing plants.

Canon’s multifunction devices are designed using a platform-based approach that standardizes core structural elements for each product class. Devices within each product class also share common components, modules, and assembly/disassembly methods. This means different models within the same product class have interchangeable components and modules, as well as standardized assembly procedures and production lines. Quality standards can also be applied, enabling efficient production and consistent quality while also facilitating remanufacturing.

Canon uses operational data from collected used devices to determine whether parts can be reused based on years in service, part replacement history, and print volume. Through this process, lists of parts that need replacement are automatically generated. This helps to maximize parts reuse and streamline remanufacturing.

By standardizing the two remanufacturing processes on a global scale, Canon is well positioned to deliver competitively priced remanufactured multifunction devices. These devices will be remanufactured to provide both high quality and performance, and help with environmental efforts thanks to a parts reuse rate that is estimated to be over 90% per unit.

Canon Virginia will adopt these production processes and collaborate with Canon U.S.A. to officially launch this remanufacturing business in a market expected to see steady demand in the United States.

Since 1992, Canon has undertaken remanufacturing of used multifunction devices. This process involves a system that automatically determines which parts should be reused, based on operating data about the equipment, such as the number of years in use, its history of breakdowns, and the number of pages printed. Then, following strict reuse standards, we replace any parts that show wear or deterioration. The production line and inspection processes used are on a par with those for devices made only with new parts. When a remanufactured device is shipped, it is guaranteed to offer the same level of quality as a new product.

Source: Canon U.S.A.

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