Epson wins seven iF 2009 design awards

Epson has been awarded seven prestigious iF design awards for products that include home and office photo printers, a large format printer, and a short throw projector, from a total of 2,808 products submitted from 39 different countries for the 2009 awards, judged in Hannover, Germany.

The Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 eco-considerate large format printer, Epson EMP-400W short throw projector, Epson Stylus Office T40W printer, Epson Stylus Office TX600FW multifunction printer, Epson Stylus Photo TX700W multifunction printer, the Epson Stylus Photo TX800FW multifunction printer, and the Epson TM-S1000 high-accuracy cheque and coupon scanner, have all been recognised in this year's awards which highlight Epson's continued investment in product design and innovation.

Epson products won four iF awards in the 2008 competition.

The International Forum Design (iF) evaluates products against a number of criteria including design quality, workmanship, innovativeness, environmental compatibility, ergonomics, choice of material, universal design appeal and functionality. As an independent institution it has been rewarding design in industry, as well as providing a window on the latest design developments and trends, for more than 50 years.

Michael Pleasants, director of marketing communication for Epson Australia, said while Epson products have always been renowned for their technical excellence, reliability and high quality performance, it is pleasing to again be recognised internationally for industrial and commercial design excellence.

"We are delighted that the iF jury has recognised Epson's commitment to bringing stylish, highly innovative and easy to use products to the market," Pleasants said.