Epson has picked up two awards from the world’s leading independent evaluator of document imaging hardware and software, Buyers Laboratory (BLI).
After a review of all test data, editors at BLI awarded the Summer 2015 Pick award to Epson’s WorkForce® Pro WF-R8590 (pictured above), while Epson’s Replaceable Ink Pack System (RIPS) technology earned an Outstanding Achievement in Innovation award.
"Epson’s Replaceable Ink Pack System simplifies routine maintenance, generates very little waste and offers exceptionally high yields, which means downtime is virtually nonexistent," said BLI senior analyst for printers and A4 MFPs, Marlene Orr. “The WorkForce Pro WF-R8590 is ideal for workgroup users, offering low power consumption, support for A3 paper and a lower cost of ownership than laser models.”
David Sweetnam, BLI’s director of research and lab services in Europe, added: "The super-high ink yields offered by the Epson RIPS are a game-changer in the office marketplace, drastically reducing consumable replacement frequencies and negating the need for on-site storage of extra supplies. The ultra-long life supplies are also an attractive proposition for suppliers offering ‘all inclusive’ contracts, greatly reducing logistics costs and the headaches associated with keeping clients stocked with supplies at all times.”
Craig Heckenberg, GM, business division, Epson Australia, said the company was honoured to receive the awards. “Epson prides itself on delivering high quality business printing solutions and to be recognised by such a prestigious industry influencer underscores our commitment to providing customers with low cost, innovative tools to increase productivity."
Twice a year, BLI reviews all laboratory test data to select the top products that have been evaluated within the past six months. The solutions with the highest evaluation scores are awarded a Pick award within their respective industry categories.
In its summary, BLI noted that printers using RIPS technology reported:
· Phenomenally high tested yields for all colours
· Ultra-long-life consumables, which help maintain office productivity and reduce pain points for IT administration
· User-friendly replacement and maintenance procedures
· Compact and low waste packaging advantage, which will suit space-constrained office environments.
Epson’s global product line up ranges from inkjet printers and printing systems, 3LCD projectors and industrial robots to sensors and other micro devices. Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 68,000 employees in 96 companies around the world. Epson Australia, a subsidiary of Epson Group, is headquartered at North Ryde in Sydney.