Epson develops waste-to-paper system

MANILA — Seiko Epson Corp. has developed a compact office system that produces new paper from shredded waste paper that it plans to put into commercial production in Japan this year.

In a press release, Epson said the system dubbed “Paperlab” can produce paper of various sizes and types, such as office paper and business card paper to papers that are colored and scented, all without the need for water.

A developmental prototype of the Paperlab was first demonstrated at the Epson booth at the Eco-Product 2015 environmental exhibition at the Tokyo Big Sight last December.

“The enduring universal appeal of paper lies in its simplicity as a communication tool,” Epson said. “On the other hand, this essential tool is also produced from a limited resource. As a leading company in the world of printing, Epson has been deeply involved with paper used for its printer products. With this in mind, the company set out to develop technology that would change the paper cycle. With PaperLab, Epson aims to give new value to paper and stimulate recycling.”

source: interaksyon.com

Epson releases direct-to-garment printer

MANILA, Philippines — Japanese company Epson has released a direct-to-garment printer in hopes of mining the growing textile industry.

In a press release, Epson said that the SC-F2000 the large format printer was wholly designed and developed using their proprietary printing technology.

The company is hoping that the new product will be used by small to medium businesses in the textile business.

“As the Asia Pacific region represents the largest and fastest growing market for textile printing, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4 percent, there is no doubt that small to medium businesses can benefit from the Epson SureColor SC-F2000’s revenue-generating features,” Epson said “Combined with high performance, low maintenance, and low running costs, the F2000 is an ideal investment for SMEs.”

Epson said that online t-shirt shops, production t-shirt printers, and even corporate users will benefit from the SC-F2000 due to “its crack-resistant ink that is soft against the skin.” Users can also configure the system to suit their needs by choosing from two sets of CMYK ink for white garments or up to four white inks for color garments.

“This printer is unique to this industry, in the sense that this is the first system where the entire printer has been designed and manufactured by a single brand. The hardware and ink are designed to work together,” Jino Carlo Alvarez, head of Epson Philippines’ Commercial & Industrial Department, said in a press statement.

source: interaksyon.com

Epson Receipt Printer, Projector Win Japanese 2012 Good Design Awards

Epson has announced that two of its products had been recognized in the Japanese 2012 Good Design Awards. The Epson TM-T88V-i receipt printer and EB-485Wi projector were commended for their contributions to lifestyle enriching design.


Epson TM-88V-i

This compact receipt printer contains built-in POS terminal functions, and can be easily incorporated into small POS systems. This product, which was created with an eye to retailers using a cloud-based system, allows web printing and direct control of touch panels, barcode scanners, etc.

Judges’ comments: Displays and barcode scanners are important elements of POS systems in addition to the terminals and the printers. It’s essential for such products to be easy to use from the standpoint of both the retailer and the systems integrator, and must fit into retail environments of all types. We highly evaluate the way in which this product fulfills such requirements with a utilitarian, universal shape that efficiently combines two blocks into a single unit. Despite the difficulty in dealing with the two-block resin components, the product achieves a high level of design that includes attention to detail and a feeling of high precision.

Epson EB-485Wi

This wall-mounted short-throw projector is designed for educational institutions, and contains annotation tools that enable it to be used as an electronic blackboard. There are few shadows, even when people stand close to the screen, and there is reduced risk of users accidentally looking into the light source.

Judges’ comments: This is a wall-mounted short-throw projector with an unobstructed user interface and an easy-to-use feel. The large 60-inch projected image suggests that this product could be used in a variety of ways including cookery classes and workshops. By adding a waterproof function, we think it could even be used outdoors for commercial purposes or digital signage. We highly evaluate how this product contains a wide variety of functions in a friendly, self-contained design.

Based on its state-of-the-art technologies, Epson’s aim is to design products that will improve both the lifestyles and work processes of its customers. Going forward, Epson will continue to refine its technologies and designs as it seeks to create and design products that exceed the expectations of its customers. (Carl Rogel Inocentes)

source: mb.com.ph

New Epson Label Works Printers Now Out In The Market

Epson, a world leader in digital imaging solutions and also an established OEM stationery label printer maker, has made available in the Philippine market its first series of portable stationery label printers under its own “Epson” brand.

Epson’s move is to form part of a comprehensive set of labeling solutions for its customers – ranging from large volume industrial labeling with the Epson SurePress L-4033 launched last year, to the stationery labeling market. The new printers are:

Handheld stationery label printers:

1) Epson LabelWorks LW-300: accepts 9mm and 12mm tape widths

2) Epson LabelWorks LW-400: accepts 9mm, 12mm and 18mm tape widths

PC connected stationery label printer:

3) Epson LabelWorks LW-900P: accepts 9mm, 12mm, 18mm, 24mm and 36mm tape widths

The new Epson LabelWorks printers are ideal for homes, small offices home offices ( SOHO ) and small and medium businesses (SMB) for labeling anything from household items, scrapbooks, school books to stationery items, archival files and documents. They can also be used to print on cable wraps and iron-ons that are part of the large variety of media Epson offers for the Epson LabelWorks printers. Vertical industries like logistics, manufacturing, and building management will also benefit from the ability of the Epson LW-400 and LW-900P to print barcodes for tracking inventories.

“Epson has strong experience in this market as we have been an OEM maker for the top Japanese brand of stationery label makers for about 20 years” explains Ms. Donna V. Ferro, General Manager of Epson Philippines Corporation (EPC). “Harnessing our experience, we are entering this market to offer our customers an additional choice of label printing options.”

Key Features of the Epson LabelWorks LW-300/400/900P:

Reduced tape margins – Epson LabelWorks printers use tape efficiently, with 60% less margin waste (1).

Wide variety of label media – With more than 30 different types of media to choose from, users can express their creativity when it comes to labeling their belongings. The variety of supplies range from 9mm to 36mm, in different colors (standard, metallic and pastel), patterns (polka dotted pink / checkered blue) and varied applications such as – iron on, glow-in-the-dark, cable wrap, and index.

Customizable designs – Equipped with up to 14 font types and 10 different styles (bold, shadow, outline, etc), 459 symbols and 89 frames, the Epson LabelWorks printers offer tremendous creative flexibility for users in creating unique labels.

Template storage – The Epson LabelWorks LW-300 can store up to 30 custom designs, while the LW-400 can store up to 50 custom designs so that users can easily reprint the label designs when necessary.

Barcode printing – The Epson LabelWorks LW-400 / LW-900P can also print up to 13 different barcodes styles for labeling and inventorying of items.

Additional Features of the Epson LabelWorks LW-900P:

PC / Mac Connectivity – The higher-end Epson LabelWorks LW- 900P can be connected to a PC or an Apple Mac OS computer to personalize and create larger labels (up to 36mm in width).

Built-in cutter for rounded edges – The in-built cutter not only cleanly trims the tape after printing, but also enables users to trim the sides for rounded edges to give a more elegant finish.

Label editor software – With the label editor software of the Epson LabelWorks LW-900P, users can use fonts installed on the PC, as well as insert images and company logos for printing on their labels.

article source: mb.com.ph

Epson Is Manchester United Partner

MANILA, Philippines — Global imaging and innovation leader Epson has agreed to an additional three-year contract with Manchester United as the club’s Official Office Equipment Supplier.

Having already benefitted from both increased customer interaction and engagement, as well as enhanced global brand awareness, Epson sees the relationship as a key initiative in enhancing its global visibility and business growth.

The sponsorship renewal runs through to the end of season 2014/15, and Epson will continue to benefit from stadium advertising rights and hospitality while supplying Manchester United with core office and front-of-house printing and imaging equipment.

Epson is proud of the synergies between the two historic organizations and continuation of the partnership is a reflection of a shared commitment to performance and innovation.

Epson General Manager of Global Communications, Ian Cameron, commented: “We are delighted to have concluded this new agreement.

This is an exciting partnership and we see it as an opportunity to strengthen connections with our customers around the world, particularly in emerging markets.”

In addition to contractual rights such as stadium advertising at Old Trafford, the agreement sees Epson continue to supply Manchester United with its award-winning office products. MUTV has benefited from state of the art, ultra-short throw Epson projectors, allowing for projected images of the stadium to be used as a studio backdrop, instead of having to light the actual stadium for filming.

Projected installations in the players’ gym make training more engaging, while Epson printers produce all match day information, including team sheets, and Epson photo printers are used to produce all official photography.

Manchester United’s Commercial Director, Richard Arnold, comments: “We are delighted to continue the relationship with Epson and to further develop the shared benefits it brings.

“Like Manchester United, Epson is a global brand and its innovation in new technologies keeps it at the forefront of its industry.”

“Recently Epson celebrated our record 19th league title with our fans by taking the Epson Champ19ns Experience to Beijing, Shanghai, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore.

Over 20,000 fans visited the museum exhibition covering the history of the 19 titles, culminating in a state of the art 3D Epson projection of the current squad.”

“They have shown great creativity and enthusiasm in their marketing work with the club and their state-of-the-art equipment has been fully integrated in the day to day running of Manchester United and we are pleased to be associated with the brand.”

source: mb.com.ph