Epson Invites Photographers to “Finish Strong” in New Advertising Contest
Epson today announced a continuation of its “Finish Strong” advertising campaign, developed by M&C Saatchi Los Angeles, with a new
photography contest. Photographers are invited to submit an idea for Epson’s next Finish Strong ad. The winner will receive either an opportunity
to attend an actual photo shoot with world-renowned photographer Joe McNally or a $5,000 cash prize.
“Photographers have an uncanny ability to pre-visualize amazing photographs,” said Richard Day, group product manager, Professional Imaging,
Epson America, Inc. “This contest provides the chance for anyone to see their concept of a Finish Strong ad come to life. The winner will be in
very good company with the likes of the photographers from previous ads, including Corinne Alavekios, Moose Peterson and Joe McNally.”
For the past three years, Epson has collaborated with some of the industry’s leading photographers to create the Finish Strong advertising
campaign,which celebrates both the photograph and the photographer in their pursuit of that final defining print.The Finish Strong Campaign has
captured some of the extraordinary lengths photographers will go to for the perfect shot – the intensity of a New York City fashion shoot, a portrait
session waist deep in a Pacific Northwest river,air-to-air aviation over the searing heat of the Arizona desert, and underwater in the freezing
conditions of the Antarctic Ocean.
“We’re constantly inspired by the passion our Finish Strong photographers bring totheir projects,”said Maria Smith, associate creative director,
M&C Saatchi Los Angeles. “This contest takes the Finish Strong campaign into an exciting new phase and invites photographers to let us know
what inspires them”
Epson’s contest began on March 1 and ends on April 15. Entrants can participate by submitting 200 words or less describing their idea for
Epson’s next print ad. More information, including the submission form and previous “Finish Strong” print advertisements, can be found at epson.com/finishstrongcontest.
Epson Enters Dye-Sublimation Transfer Market with New SureColor F-Series Printers
Epson SureColor F6070 and F7070 Deliver Increased Performance, Reliability, and Profitability to Digital Textile Production
Today, Epson America enters the dye-sublimation printing market for the first time with the announcement of two roll-fed dye-sublimation transfer
printers – the 44-inch SureColor® F6070 and the 64-inch SureColor F7070.
The new SureColor F-Series printers are not only the first dye sublimation models from Epson, but also the first in the market in which every
component – from ink and print-head to printer chassis and bulk ink delivery system – is designed and manufactured by a single company. The
result is a high-performance dye-sublimation transfer printing technology designed for exceptional reliability and industrial-level production with high
quality output up to 1,440 x 720 dpi on all leading transfer papers.
The all-new SureColor F-Series models support an extensive range of applications, including efficient production of high-quality soft signage,
sportswear, apparel, accessories, and customized promotional items such as mouse pads and ceramic mugs. Depending upon the application,
both models can output at speeds up to 618 square feet per hour, and both feature an integral and easily refillable, high-capacity 1.5 liter bulk ink
system.
Developed over a three-year period, Epson UltraChrome® DS is a specially-formulated dye-sublimation ink, producing outstanding images with
vibrant colors, intense blacks, sharp contours, and smooth gradations. This all-new ink technology exhibits excellent light- and wash-fastness, as
well as resistance to alkaline and acid perspiration. Designed specifically for Epson UltraChrome DS ink technology, the newly optimized Epson
MicroPiezo® TFP® print head ensures precise and repeatable performance as well as excellent longevity. The printers are designed to be used
exclusively with the Epson UltraChrome DS inks1.
Epson is also introducing a new line of dye-sublimation transfer papers designed specifically for the SureColor F-Series. Epson low-tack adhesive
is dedicated for high-end cut-and-sew fabric and apparel production, while the Epson standard multipurpose paper is ideal for a variety of transfer
applications that use either soft or rigid surfaces, including t-shirts, mouse pads and ceramics. Both papers utilize a unique chemical coating that
allows for heavier ink loads to provide superior color, and will be available in 328-foot rolls in both 44-inch and 64-inch widths.
“We are excited to provide the garment printing industry with industrial-level printers engineered from the ground up for true dye-sublimation
production,” said Catalina Frank, product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America, Inc. “Developed using our latest performance imaging
technology, the SureColor F-Series allows our customers to take on more jobs and generate more profits, while reducing the number of printers
needed for full production capacity.”
More about the SureColor F6070 (44-Inch) and F7070 (64-Inch) Printers
Engineered from the ground up for industrial-level production designed to run all day, every day, the Epson SureColor F-Series offer a range of
features, including:
- Epson MicroPiezo TFP Print Head: One-inch wide, high performance print head with 720 nozzles per color ensures efficient, precise and
repeatable performance and excellent image quality; low vibration meniscus control for highly accurate dot shape and placement; ink repelling
coating technology for reduced nozzle clogging; and optimized specifically for dye-sublimation inks improving the print head life
- Epson UltraChrome DS Ink: Epson exclusive dye-sublimation CMYK ink technology produces extreme color gamut with vibrant colors,
intense blacks, sharp contours, and smooth gradations; provides extremely fast drying times, and with the new ink refill packs, offers a low total
cost of ownership
- Auto Take-Up Reel: Standard on the SureColor F7070, this robust take-up reel allows for maximum uninterrupted production runs with
minimal maintenance downtime
- Wasatch SoftRIP: Both F-Series models include Wasatch SoftRIP to enable users to start printing sellable output out of the box; the F6070
includes a full version of SoftRIP with simple setup, intuitive workflow, and powerful print controls; the F7070 includes SoftRIP TX with specialty
features for textile printing
Support and Availability
The Epson SureColor F6070 and F7070 will be available in the summer of 2013 through authorized Epson Professional Imaging resellers. The
SureColor F-Series printers offer a standard Epson PreferredSM Limited Warranty, a one-year program that includes toll-free advanced telephone
access Monday through Friday and usually next business-day on-site service in the unlikely event of any hardware failure.
Epson Enters High Volume Photo Market with SureLab D3000 Professional Dry Lab
Epson SureLab D3000 Professional Dry Lab Offers Portrait Photographers Fast, High-Volume, Quality Prints with Ease
Epson America is now shipping the SureLab™ D3000 professional dry lab, a complete solution for photographers seeking high quality production
prints at fast speeds. Delivering low cost-per-print and simple consumables management, the SureLab D3000 offers a complete printing solution
with a low total cost of ownership. In addition, the Dry-lab is available in a compact single-roll version or a dual-roll configuration for increased
flexibility, and either unit can be coupled with an optional 10-bin job sorter for the ultimate in job handling and productivity.
“The vivid print quality, speed and job flexibility offered by the SureLab D3000 is truly spectacular,” said Larry Kaufman, product manager,
Professional Imaging, Epson America, Inc. “We’ve incorporated years of printing technology experience featured in Epson’s professional line of
imaging printers, and scaled it to bring the SureLab D3000 to the market. This new solution is capable of delivering high volumes of prints with the
photo quality Epson is known for, in a compact unit designed to fit the needs of a range of photo studios.”
The SureLab D3000 boasts speeds of up to 260 8”x10” prints per hour and up to 650 4”x6” prints per hour1 and can accommodate a variety of roll
widths. The all-new printer utilizes Epson’s exclusive MicroPiezo® print head technology in a design made for robust printing environments and is
able to deliver variable droplet sizes as small as 1.5 picoliters to ensure smooth prints. Designed to be used exclusively with the all-new six-color
Epson UltraChrome® D6 Ink cartridges2, the SureLab offers extreme image quality that surpasses traditional chemical-based photo labs, and is
water-resistant delivering prints that will last for generations.3
Additional Features on the SureLab D3000:
The SureLab D3000 is engineered to specifically meet the product and quality needs of today’s photo labs; key features and performance
differentiators include:
· Media Configuration and Support: Offers a compact single-roll version or a dual-roll configuration; the single-roll configuration
accommodates 4”, 5”, 6”, 8”, 10”, or 12” paper roll widths and the dual-roll configuration adds an additional 4”, 5”, 6”, and 8” paper roll widths. The
Dry-lab supports Epson® Professional Glossy and Epson Professional Luster media and features panoramic printing up to 12” x 48.” The system is
also equipped with standard automatic de-curling technology.
· Optional Ten-Job Sorter Unit: This option automatically sorts ten print jobs up to 8”x12.”
· Standard Automatic Back Printing: SureLab offers a back-side watermark that includes photographer copyright language and two fully
customizable 40-character lines of black text per print without slowing printing.
· Software Compatibility: The Epson SureLab is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP or Windows® 7 and with virtually any third-party
workflow software including Adobe® Photoshop® and Lightroom®, and Darkroom software.
Pricing, Support and Availability
The SureLab D3000 single-roll and dual-roll versions come with a controller PC and are now available through authorized Epson Professional
Graphics D-Series resellers for a list price of $19,995 and $22,995 respectively. The optional 10-job sorter is available for $4,995. The SureLab
D3000 offers a standard Epson PreferredSM Limited Warranty, a one-year program that includes usually-next business day on-site service, and
free phone support. There are also optional extended service programs available through five years of total operation.
1 Print speeds are based on print engine speed only. Total throughput times depend upon front-end software, file size, printer resolution,
networking, number of pages per print job and frequency of jobs.
2 The SureLab D3000 is designed to use only Epson ink cartridges and not other brands of new or refilled cartridges, or other brands of ink or
bulk ink systems. Using Epson cartridges is important for reliable performance and high image quality. Epson offers voluntary recycling of spent ink
cartridges.
3 Print permanence lasting for generations is based on accelerated testing of prints, on specialty media, displayed indoors in a glass frame or
stored in an album. Actual print permanence will vary according to media, printed image, display conditions, light intensity, temperature, humidity
and atmospheric conditions. Epson does not guarantee the permanence of prints. For maximum life, prints should be displayed under glass, UV
filter or lamination, or properly stored.
Epson Enters High Volume Photo Market with SureLab D3000 Professional Dry Lab
Epson SureLab D3000 Professional Dry Lab Offers Portrait Photographers Fast, High-Volume, Quality Prints with Ease
Epson America is now shipping the SureLab™ D3000 professional dry lab, a complete solution for photographers seeking high quality production
prints at fast speeds. Delivering low cost-per-print and simple consumables management, the SureLab D3000 offers a complete printing solution
with a low total cost of ownership. In addition, the Dry-lab is available in a compact single-roll version or a dual-roll configuration for increased
flexibility, and either unit can be coupled with an optional 10-bin job sorter for the ultimate in job handling and productivity.
“The vivid print quality, speed and job flexibility offered by the SureLab D3000 is truly spectacular,” said Larry Kaufman, product manager,
Professional Imaging, Epson America, Inc. “We’ve incorporated years of printing technology experience featured in Epson’s professional line of
imaging printers, and scaled it to bring the SureLab D3000 to the market. This new solution is capable of delivering high volumes of prints with the
photo quality Epson is known for, in a compact unit designed to fit the needs of a range of photo studios.”
The SureLab D3000 boasts speeds of up to 260 8”x10” prints per hour and up to 650 4”x6” prints per hour1 and can accommodate a variety of roll
widths. The all-new printer utilizes Epson’s exclusive MicroPiezo® print head technology in a design made for robust printing environments and is
able to deliver variable droplet sizes as small as 1.5 picoliters to ensure smooth prints. Designed to be used exclusively with the all-new six-color
Epson UltraChrome® D6 Ink cartridges2, the SureLab offers extreme image quality that surpasses traditional chemical-based photo labs, and is
water-resistant delivering prints that will last for generations.3
Additional Features on the SureLab D3000:
The SureLab D3000 is engineered to specifically meet the product and quality needs of today’s photo labs; key features and performance
differentiators include:
· Media Configuration and Support: Offers a compact single-roll version or a dual-roll configuration; the single-roll configuration
accommodates 4”, 5”, 6”, 8”, 10”, or 12” paper roll widths and the dual-roll configuration adds an additional 4”, 5”, 6”, and 8” paper roll widths. The
Dry-lab supports Epson® Professional Glossy and Epson Professional Luster media and features panoramic printing up to 12” x 48.” The system is
also equipped with standard automatic de-curling technology.
· Optional Ten-Job Sorter Unit: This option automatically sorts ten print jobs up to 8”x12.”
· Standard Automatic Back Printing: SureLab offers a back-side watermark that includes photographer copyright language and two fully
customizable 40-character lines of black text per print without slowing printing.
· Software Compatibility: The Epson SureLab is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP or Windows® 7 and with virtually any third-party
workflow software including Adobe® Photoshop® and Lightroom®, and Darkroom software.
Pricing, Support and Availability
The SureLab D3000 single-roll and dual-roll versions come with a controller PC and are now available through authorized Epson Professional
Graphics D-Series resellers for a list price of $19,995 and $22,995 respectively. The optional 10-job sorter is available for $4,995. The SureLab
D3000 offers a standard Epson PreferredSM Limited Warranty, a one-year program that includes usually-next business day on-site service, and
free phone support. There are also optional extended service programs available through five years of total operation.
Epson’s Two New Perfection Photo Scanners Deliver Exceptional Scan Quality and Easy Scan-to-Cloud Functionality
Epson Perfection V37 and V370 Photo Scanners Allow Photo Enthusiasts, Families and Creative Hobbyists to Access, Share and Organize
Scanned Documents Anywhere and Anytime
Epson America, Inc. today introduced two new additions to its award-winning line of Epson® Perfection® scanners – the Epson Perfection V37
and Epson Perfection V370 Photo scanners. The new products give photo enthusiasts, families and creative hobbyists an affordable scanning
solution with 4800 x 9600 dpi optical resolution for incredible detail and clarity. In addition to offering leading scan quality, the new models also
provide easy scan-to-cloud capabilities to scan, access, organize and share documents directly through cloud services like Google Docs, MS
SharePoint®, Evernote®, and other leading providers.1
“Epson’s latest Perfection scanners are built to perform, delivering versatile, high-quality solutions whether scanning to create eye-catching
scrapbook pages or to simply digitize and store your most important photos and documents,” said Stacey Tieu, product manager, Photo Scanners,
Epson America, Inc. “Furthermore, Epson’s latest scanners cater to today’s increasingly mobile lifestyles, giving consumers an even more value-
packed solution with scan-to-cloud capabilities to access documents on their mobile device, anytime and from anywhere.”
The Epson Perfection V37 and V370 Photo scanners both offer exceptional scan quality, along with a high-rise 180-degree lid for scanning
oversized artwork, 3D objects, photo albums and documents. For added performance and flexibility, the Epson Perfection V370 Photo includes a
built-in 35mm Transparency Unit for scanning mounted slides, negatives and film strips.
Additional features and benefits featured on the new Perfection models include:
· ArcSoft® Scan-n-Stitch Deluxe Software – allows users to easily scan legal, A3 and other large-size pages, section by section, then
automatically stitches all portions together.2
· Epson’s Easy Photo Fix® Technology – allows users to restore color from old/faded prints, remove dust from scanned film or slides, and
reduce graininess.
· Scan-to-cloud with Document Capture Software – easily scan documents directly to a range of cloud services including Google Docs, MS
SharePoint, Evernote and more to access documents from multiple mobile devices or share with others.
· ReadyScan® LED Technology – enables fast scan speeds, eliminates warm-up time and decreases power consumption; ReadyScan LED
technology is also mercury-free.
· One-Touch Performance – four customizable buttons allow for convenient one-touch scanning, copying, scan-to-email and creating PDFs.
· Compatibility – with all leading operating systems including the newest versions of Microsoft® Windows® and Mac® OS X.
For videos demonstrating the various scanning features with the Epson Perfection scanners, visit Epson’s YouTube channel and more information
is available online at Epson.com.
Pricing and Availability
The Epson Perfection V37 (MSRP $89.99) and Epson Perfection V370 Photo (MSRP $119.99) are now available exclusively from Epson.com,
and will be available at Staples in mid-November. Both models include Epson’s one-year limited warranty.
Epson Showcases New SurePress L-4033AW Technology at Labelexpo Americas
EPSON Variable Data Printing and White Ink Debut in North America
Epson America today announced that the EPSON® SurePress® L-4033AW inkjet digital label press with White ink will make its North American
debut at Labelexpo Americas 2012. Shown first at drupa in May 2012, the SurePress L-4033AW is designed to make high-quality, short-run label
printing easier and more efficient, and gives label printers and converters the ability to print on-demand with Variable Data Printing.
The SurePress L-4033AW delivers new label printing features to North America, allowing small-to-medium size commercial printers and label
converters to expand printing capabilities, making it a cost-effective and reliable solution. The L-4033AW features EPSON SurePress AQ seven
color ink technology with White ink, offering exceptional print quality and accurate color reproduction on a wide variety of substrates without pre-
coating or treatment.
The L-4033AW also offers Variable Data Printing for maximum label customization, providing customers with the flexibility to serialize labels and
print on a variety of label substrates without stopping or slowing down the printing process. In addition, text, graphics and images can be
customized for each individual label in the same run for increased versatility.
“There is a growing trend within the label printing industry for expanded printing capabilities on clear films and metallic substrates, as well as the
ability to serialize labels, and the SurePress L-4033AW is designed to meet those customer needs,” said Michael Pruitt, SurePress product
manager, Epson America. “The wider color gamut available with the L-4033AW ensures North American customers can deliver solid, opaque
white printing, and with Variable Data Printing, customers can format, customize and store labels for maximum label customization.”
Additional EPSON SurePress L-4033AW features include:
· High Quality Labels: Epson’s acclaimed MicroPiezo® ink jet technology with variable-size droplets as small as three picoliters provides ultra-
precise drop formation and placement to deliver smooth gradations, remarkable color quality, and sharp detail for easy bar code readability, plus
crisp small type and line work
· Industrial Quality Inks: Seven-color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Orange, Green, and White), durable, water-based, resin-coated pigment
inks provide superior adhesion and reproduce a wide range of colors
· Versatile Substrate Support: Prints on a range of standard, off-the-shelf materials including gloss, semi-gloss, matte, film, and clear and
metallic substrates
· Variable Web Width: Supports rolls from 3.15 to 13-inches wide up to 0.013-inches (0.32 mm) thick
· Enhanced Productivity: Time-consuming, short-run jobs can be transferred to SurePress for more flexibility and timely results at speeds up to
16 feet per minute
· Less Waste: No chemicals or plates are required in the pre-press process and less substrate and ink is used in make-ready for short-run jobs
The EPSON SurePress L-4033AW will be shown at Labelexpo Americas 2012 (stand #5713) in Chicago from Sept. 11-13, and will be available in
late September 2012.
Epson Showcases New SurePress L-4033AW Technology at Labelexpo Americas
EPSON Variable Data Printing and White Ink Debut in North America
Epson America today announced that the EPSON® SurePress® L-4033AW inkjet digital label press with White ink will make its North American
debut at Labelexpo Americas 2012. Shown first at drupa in May 2012, the SurePress L-4033AW is designed to make high-quality, short-run label
printing easier and more efficient, and gives label printers and converters the ability to print on-demand with Variable Data Printing.
The SurePress L-4033AW delivers new label printing features to North America, allowing small-to-medium size commercial printers and label
converters to expand printing capabilities, making it a cost-effective and reliable solution. The L-4033AW features EPSON SurePress AQ seven
color ink technology with White ink, offering exceptional print quality and accurate color reproduction on a wide variety of substrates without pre-
coating or treatment.
The L-4033AW also offers Variable Data Printing for maximum label customization, providing customers with the flexibility to serialize labels and
print on a variety of label substrates without stopping or slowing down the printing process. In addition, text, graphics and images can be
customized for each individual label in the same run for increased versatility.
“There is a growing trend within the label printing industry for expanded printing capabilities on clear films and metallic substrates, as well as the
ability to serialize labels, and the SurePress L-4033AW is designed to meet those customer needs,” said Michael Pruitt, SurePress product
manager, Epson America. “The wider color gamut available with the L-4033AW ensures North American customers can deliver solid, opaque
white printing, and with Variable Data Printing, customers can format, customize and store labels for maximum label customization.”
Additional EPSON SurePress L-4033AW features include:
· High Quality Labels: Epson’s acclaimed MicroPiezo® ink jet technology with variable-size droplets as small as three picoliters provides ultra-
precise drop formation and placement to deliver smooth gradations, remarkable color quality, and sharp detail for easy bar code readability, plus
crisp small type and line work
· Industrial Quality Inks: Seven-color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Orange, Green, and White), durable, water-based, resin-coated pigment
inks provide superior adhesion and reproduce a wide range of colors
· Versatile Substrate Support: Prints on a range of standard, off-the-shelf materials including gloss, semi-gloss, matte, film, and clear and
metallic substrates
· Variable Web Width: Supports rolls from 3.15 to 13-inches wide up to 0.013-inches (0.32 mm) thick
· Enhanced Productivity: Time-consuming, short-run jobs can be transferred to SurePress for more flexibility and timely results at speeds up to
16 feet per minute
· Less Waste: No chemicals or plates are required in the pre-press process and less substrate and ink is used in make-ready for short-run jobs
The EPSON SurePress L-4033AW will be shown at Labelexpo Americas 2012 (stand #5713) in Chicago from Sept. 11-13, and will be available in
late September 2012.
Epson Introduces Two New Solvent Papers for Signage Applications
GS DisplayTrans Backlight Film and Signature Worthy GS Canvas Satin
Provide Quality and Flexibility for Printing on EPSON Solvent Printers
Epson America, Inc. today announced two new signage media designed exclusively for the EPSON® SureColor® S-Series and the EPSON
Stylus® Pro GS6000. EPSON GS DisplayTrans™ Backlight Film is an extremely high-resolution backlight film designed for professional solvent
backlight displays or daylight signage graphic applications. EPSON GS Canvas Satin is Epson’s newest Signature Worthy® paper, providing a
premium quality canvas with the same coating utilized on the highly successful GS Canvas Gloss, but with a satin finish that has less surface
gloss.
“These new solvent media offerings further expand Epson’s line of signage media, giving our customers advanced solutions for high quality backlit
displays, as well as top of the line fine art reproduction and high volume décor output applications,” said Jeff Smith, product manager, Epson
America, Inc. “The GS DisplayTrans Backlight Film provides an easy way to use solvent technology for producing stunning backlit prints, versus a
labor-intensive, chemical-based system that many customers use today. The GS Canvas Satin delivers unmatched resolution and saturation
characteristics, providing advanced image quality to inspire and enhance the creative process.”
The GS DisplayTrans Backlight Film is a new backlit material designed for high quality solvent printing, allowing sign shops, service providers and
labs to use solvent technology to produce stunning backlits with dense blacks, brilliant colors and clean highlights at a quality level that was
previously not possible with solvent printers. Delivering sharp images with output speeds of up to 40 square feet an hour in single strike mode, this
new film is ideal for labs and service providers that need to cost-effectively complete short production runs while maintaining the highest quality.
Following the success of the GS Canvas Glossy, the GS Canvas Satin delivers the same coating technology customers have come to expect in a
canvas, but with less surface gloss, providing a large gamut for exceptional colors and industry leading Dmax for deep, dark blacks. The paper is
durable, heavyweight and capable of being stretched for various display applications, making it ideal for portrait photography and color
landscapes. Designed to meet the needs of higher volume production applications of Epson’s solvent printers, the GS Canvas Satin provides art
reproduction houses the highest image quality at production speeds, while delivering unmatched resolution and saturation and still offering the
look and feel of a traditional artist canvas. In addition, the GS Canvas Satin and EPSON solvent printers provide a solution that eliminates the
need for additional varnish applications or finishing of the prints, offering huge labor savings during the finishing process.
Availability
The GS DisplayTrans Backlight Film is currently available in roll sizes from 30-inches by 100-feet up to 60-inches by 100-feet, starting at $250*.
The GS Canvas Satin is currently available in roll sizes from 24-inches by 75-feet up to 60-inches by 75-feet, starting at $175*. Both products may
be purchased through authorized EPSON Professional Imaging resellers.
Epson Raises Industry Standard for Solvent Printing with New SureColor S50670 and S70670 Next-Generation 64-Inch Printers
Epson Raises Industry Standard for Solvent Printing with New SureColor S50670 and S70670 Next-Generation 64-Inch Printers
SureColor S50670 Delivers Astounding Speed and SureColor S70670 Offers Unparalleled Print Quality for a Range of Signage and Fine Art
Applications
Epson America today introduced the all new EPSON® SureColor® S50670 and S70670, rounding out its line of industry-changing 64-inch solvent
printers. Joining the SureColor S30670, these new printers incorporate Epson’s latest technological breakthroughs and use the EPSON
MicroPiezo® TFP® print head to bring previously unseen levels of quality, performance and value to the signage, vehicle graphics and fine art
markets.
“These new solvent-based printers will redefine what is possible with a solvent printer,” said Reed Hecht, product manager, Professional Imaging,
Epson America, Inc. “The SureColor S50670 and S70670 will introduce new levels of speed never before seen in this class of products, and a
level of image quality that far surpasses any solvent printer available today. Together with the SureColor S30670, the three revolutionary
SureColor S-Series products are poised to drastically raise customers’ expectations for solvent printing, allowing new applications and higher
quality printing at dramatically faster speeds.”
These new products utilize Epson’s dual array EPSON MicroPiezo TFP print heads to deliver extremely small droplet sizes and four times the
nozzles of Epson’s previous solvent printer for extremely fast print speeds. Under development for over 20 years, this is the first time this
revolutionary dual array print head is being used with a solvent ink technology. To match the capabilities of this new print head, Epson developed
two revolutionary solvent-based ink technology breakthroughs which enable a level of image quality and color capability previously unseen.
Featured on the SureColor S50670, EPSON UltraChrome® GS2 ink delivers up to five colors with a radical new high density White ink to
accommodate a broad range of indoor and outdoor signage applications. The all-new EPSON UltraChrome GSX ink featured on the SureColor
S70670 delivers up to ten colors (a technology first for solvent printers), including an optional White and Silver Metallic, as well as a first ever
standard Light Black for improved grayscale and reduced metamerism to deliver a level of image quality and color gamut previously unattainable in
a solvent printer.
The SureColor S-Series is built on an all new print engine and is comprised of three models offering varying performance and feature sets to
accommodate a range of signage, vehicle graphics and fine art solvent printing needs:
Product - Ink - Colors - Print Speeds
SureColor S30670 - UltraChrome GS2 - CMYK - Draft Speed1: 620 Sq. ft/hour
SureColor S50670 - UltraChrome GS2 - Dual CMYK, Optional White - Draft Speed1: 980 Sq. ft/hour
SureColor S70670 - UltraChrome GSX - CMYK, Lc, Lm, Lk, Or, Optional White and Metallic - Production Speed1: 225 Sq. ft/hour
More About the SureColor S-Series
Boasting groundbreaking all-Epson engineering, each model in the SureColor S-Series integrates an entirely new print engine and introduces new
convenience features that help automate previously time-consuming processes such as nozzles checks, media feed adjustments and tensioning,
and complicated media and print head alignments. Additional features include:
- MicroPiezo TFP Print Head: One-inch wide, high performance print head with 360 nozzles per channel capable of handling ten separate ink
channels; low vibration meniscus control for highly accurate dot shape and placement and ink repelling coating for reduced nozzle clogging; both
the SureColor S50670 and S70670 leverage two print heads for maximum performance.
- UltraChrome GS2 and UltraChrome GSX: Epson exclusive ink technologies deliver virtually odorless printing without the need for special
ventilation or air purification systems2 and do not contain Nickel (Ni) compounds, reducing the impact on the environment.
- Take-Up Reel System: Efficient take-up reel for unattended production of large print runs supporting both wind-in or wind-out; standard
heavy roll support in rear for up to 90 pound roll with motorized take-in; optional high-capacity roll support for rolls up to 150 pounds.
- Roll Media Loading: All new spindle-less design with manual Epson LiftAssist allows for easy loading and unloading of heavy roll media.
- High-Capacity Ink System: Individual ink cartridges up to 700 ml enable users to avoid production downtimes and maximize profitability; the
S50670 offers 1400 ml of installed ink per color for maximum productivity. Each printer in the series is designed exclusively for use with EPSON
ink cartridges3 for greater reliability.
- Control Panel: Full color LCD panel provides easy access to menu items and controls.
- Included ONYX RIP Software: Epson has partnered with Onyx Graphics, the leading manufacturer of signage RIP software, to include a
customized, fully functional version of Onyx’s standard layout RIP including the full Pantone® color library with each S-Series printer. This powerful
layout RIP will also include over 100 media profiles for standard 3M, Avery, Epson, Ultraflex, and Neschen media, enabling customers to make
high quality prints right out of the box.
- Media Heater and High-Speed Dryer: Individually controlled pre, platen and post heaters for optimum media support all controlled via a front
control panel or front-end RIP software; additional high-speed dryer (standard on the SureColor S50670 and optional on the S30670 and S70670)
provides additional drying for fast print speeds.
Pricing, Support and Availability
Both the EPSON SureColor S50670 and S70670 will be available in the fall of 2012 through authorized Epson Professional Imaging resellers for a
list price of $25,995 each. The SureColor S-series offer a standard EPSON PreferredSM Limited Warranty, a one-year program that includes toll-
free advanced telephone access Monday through Friday and usually next business-day on-site service in the unlikely event of any hardware
failure. Epson Preferred Plus service plans are available that cover both the hardware and software for up to two additional years.
Epson Introduces New SurePress Digital Label Press with White Ink
EPSON SurePress L-4033AW High-Quality, Short-Run Digital Label Press with White Ink to Make Global Debut at drupa
Building on the success of the original SurePress® L-4033A, Epson America today announced the SurePress L-4033AW – a seven-color inkjet
digital label press with White ink that makes high-quality, short-run label printing easier and more efficient, even on clear and metallic substrates.
Delivering exceptional print quality and accurate color reproduction on a wide variety of standard label substrates, the L-4033AW enables label
converters and commercial printers to expand their service offering and improve profitability.
The SurePress L-4033AW leverages EPSON SurePress AQ seven color ink technology with new White ink, which can be printed first or last, for
solid, opaque white printing on materials such as clear film and metallic substrates. To deliver precise color matching and accurate reproduction of
spot and specialty colors, EPSON SurePress AQ ink set also includes Green and Orange inks for higher saturation and true-to-life shades for more
eye-catching labels. In addition, SurePress leverages Epson’s original MicroPiezo® ink jet technology delivering accurate dot shape and
placement for high-end color quality and sharp detail, critical for barcodes and small text.
“The L-4033AW is engineered to boost the profits of label converters and commercial printers around the globe,” said Mark Elsbernd, North
American region sales manager, Epson America. “With its new White ink and short-run capabilities, the L-4033AW greatly expands the ability of
customers to print transparent ‘no-label look’ labels, as well as metallic-type labels frequently used in the cosmetic and health and beauty markets.
This new product also streamlines production processes like never before – it’s quick and easy to set-up with no plates or films to prepare, and
maximizes efficiency with automated print head maintenance and hot-swappable ink cartridges, eliminating the need to halt production to change
cartridges during a job.”
More about SurePress
SurePress L-4033AW is designed to print labels efficiently and profitably. Additional features include:
- High Quality Labels: Epson’s acclaimed MicroPiezo ink jet technology with variable-size droplets as small as three picoliters provides ultra-
precise drop formation and placement to deliver smooth gradations, remarkable color quality, and sharp detail for easy bar code readability, plus
crisp small type and line work
- Industrial Quality Inks: Seven-color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Orange, Green, and White), durable, water-based, resin-coated pigment
inks provide superior adhesion and reproduce a wide range of colors
- Versatile Substrate Support: Prints on a range of standard, off-the-shelf materials including gloss, semi-gloss, matte, film, and clear and
metallic substrates
- Variable Web Width: Supports rolls from 3.15 to 13-inches wide up to 0.013-inches (0.32 mm) thick
- Enhanced Productivity: Time-consuming, short-run jobs can be transferred to SurePress for more flexibility and timely results at speeds up to
16 feet per minute
- Less Waste: No chemicals or plates are required in the pre-press process and less substrate and ink is used in make-ready for short-run jobs
The Epson SurePress L-4033AW will be shown at drupa 2012 from May 3-16 in Düsseldorf, Germany (booth #A01-1/A01-2 in Hall 5) and will be
available in late 2012.
Epson Named Official Printer and Paper Partner for Nature’s Best Photography Awards Showcased at Smithsonian
International Awards Exhibition at Smithsonian Presents Award-Winning Photographs Printed With Latest Epson Professional Technology
Epson America has been named the official inkjet printer and paper partner of the 2012 Nature’s Best Photography Windland Smith Rice
International Awards Exhibition. Displayed on the second floor of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C., this
is an exhibition of award-winners from one of the world’s most prestigious nature photography competitions. As an innovator in professional printing
technologies, Epson’s partnership allows visitors to see the world’s most stunning nature photography in its purest form as a photographic print.
The exhibition-quality prints were created with Epson’s award-winning 44-inch wide EPSON Stylus® Pro 9900. With the precision of its EPSON
MicroPiezo® TFP® print head and the performance of EPSON UltraChrome® HDR ink, the printer delivers the highest quality prints with an
extremely wide color gamut and incredible sharpness. This advanced printing technology is married with Epson Professional Papers for the richest
blacks and smooth tonal transitions.
“With the help of Epson, and the incredible image-makers in the field, we are able to display an extraordinary photographic journey from the wild to
the walls of the Smithsonian,” said Steve Freligh, Windland Awards Director. “Using Epson’s latest exhibition-quality printing technology, the
images of wildlife and habitats are brought to life, allowing visitors to experience an up-close and personal connection to nature through large-
format prints.”
The Smithsonian exhibit, opening March 30, 2012 and running through Jan. 6, 2013, features winners chosen from more than 20,000 entries from
photographers in 47 countries to the annual Windland Smith Rice International Awards program. The 48-print exhibition includes the Grand Prize,
the Conservation Photographer of the Year and the Youth Photographer of the Year, as well as finalists selected in 15 separate categories.
Portraits of animals, plant life, oceans, and landscapes are displayed as dramatic, large-format prints ranging in size from 2’ x 3’ to nearly 4’ x 6’.
“Epson is delighted to partner with Nature’s Best Photography, where our advanced printing technology is employed to create an inspiring
exhibition that showcases amazing images in support of science and conservation,” said Rick Day, product manager, Professional Imaging,
Epson America, Inc. “With Epson’s industry-leading printing technology we are able to depict the true color, intensity and disposition of each of
the photos so visitors feel as if they can fall right into the scenes – whether looking at an endangered animal, the vivid underwater realm, or
dramatic landscapes.”
The exhibition will be viewed by millions of visitors during its stay at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History located on the National
Mall in Washington, D.C. and is open daily free to the public. The annual photo competition is open to the public and encourages submissions
from photographers at all levels of expertise – pros, amateurs and youth.
Epson Introduces Next Generation 64-Inch Solvent Printer – SureColor S30670
Epson SureColor S30670 Incorporates an Epson MicroPiezo TFP Print Head and New Epson UltraChrome GS2 Ink to Deliver Quality and Value
to Indoor and Outdoor Signage Markets
Epson America today introduced its next generation 64-inch solvent printer – the EPSON® SureColor™ S30670. Incorporating Epson’s latest
technological breakthroughs, the SureColor S30670 is the first ever solvent-based printer to use the EPSON MicroPiezo® TFP® print head,
bringing a new level of quality, performance and value to the signage, vehicle graphics and fine art markets.
“Our first generation solvent printer – the EPSON Stylus® Pro GS6000 – has been a game changer in the signage market over the last four years,
bringing advanced image quality and an ink technology with less impact on the environment to the industry to open up a new range of
applications for solvent printing,” said Reed Hecht, product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America, Inc. “The new SureColor S30670
offers advancements in print head and ink technology to deliver higher quality printing, faster and better, at an extreme overall value.”
The SureColor S30670 utilizes an entirely new print engine featuring Epson’s MicroPiezo TFP print head to deliver droplet sizes as small as 4.2
picoliters and double the nozzle density of Epson’s previous solvent printer for extremely fast print speeds. The SureColor S30670 is a four-color
solvent printer (CMYK) leveraging new EPSON UltraChrome® GS2 solvent-based ink technology. Developed exclusively by Epson, UltraChrome
GS2 includes a newly formulated yellow ink that can produce prints with up to three years of outdoor durability without lamination. In addition,
these new inks deliver virtually odorless printing without the need for external dryers, special ventilation or air purification systems, and do not
contain Nickel (Ni) compounds, helping to reduce impact on the environment and potential harm to employees.
More About the SureColor S30670
Designed from the ground up, the SureColor S30670 introduces several new convenient features that help automate previously time-consuming
processes, such as nozzle checks, media feed adjustments and media tensioning, and complicated print head alignments. Additional features
include:
- MicroPiezo TFP Print Head: One-inch wide, high performance print head with 720 nozzles per color capable of handling four separate ink
channels; low vibration meniscus control provides highly accurate dot shape and placement and ink repelling coating dramatically reduces nozzle
clogging
- Fast Print Speeds: Capable of up to 619 square feet per hour in draft mode with a recommended production speed of 205 square feet per
hour for normal signage production
- Take in and Take-Up Reel System: Efficient take-up reel for unattended production of large print runs supporting both wind-in or wind-out;
standard motorized heavy roll support system in the rear will support up to a 90 pound roll; optional high-capacity roll support available for heavy
rolls up to 150 pounds
- Roll Media Loading: All new spindle-less design with manual EPSON LiftAssist allows for easy loading and unloading of heavy roll media
- High-Capacity Ink System: Individual ink cartridges up to 700 ml enable users to avoid production downtimes and maximize profitability
- Control Panel: New full color LCD panel provides easy access to menu items and printer controls
- Media Versatility: Given the unique form of solvent ink, EPSON UltraChrome GS2 works on virtually all standard coated or uncoated solvent
media, including adhesive based vinyl and sign banner media; also prints on canvas media to produce fine art prints
Pricing, Support and Availability
The EPSON SureColor S30670 will be available in April through authorized Epson Professional Imaging resellers for a list price of $16,995. The
EPSON SureColor S30670 offers a standard EPSON PreferredSM Limited Warranty, a one-year program that includes toll-free advanced
telephone access Monday through Friday and usually next business-day on-site service in the unlikely event of any hardware failure. Epson
Preferred Plus service plans are available that cover both the hardware and software for up to two additional years. For additional information, visit proimaging.epson.com.
The new SureColor S30670 will be shown at Graphics of the Americas from March 1-3 in Miami, Fla. (booth #377) and at the International Sign
Expo from March 22-24 in Orlando, Fla. (booth #1547).
Epson Designates PrinLAT as Master Distributor “Value Partner” for Latin America
As part of its continuing growth strategy, Epson has signed an agreement with PrintLAT to distribute their line of wide-format printers and
consumables and routers into the Latin American market as Master Distributor “Value Partner”.
Epson, a leader manufacturer of digital wide-format printers, has announced a strategic distribution partnership with PrintLAT for expanded
distribution into the Latin American marketplace. PrintLAT has an extensive background in both traditional offset and digital inkjet technologies.
Also, with over 20 years experience.
“With the distribution and reach of PrintLAT, wide-format printing solutions Distributors will nowhave access to our products complementing their
offer, and Epson would be able to penetrate further proofing, photography and niche applications markets”, says Oscar Gordillo Sales Manager
Latin America at Epson.
According to David Pachon, President of PrintLAT, “Epson products will help us close the loop in certain wide format applications where we sell
and represent the biggest manufacturers in specialty substrates and finishing solutions. In addition to strength our business partnership with
Japanese group Seiko-Epson, which we serve asMaster Distributor for Seiko products in the region.”
Epson Adds Two New Paper Offerings to Extensive Line of Proofing Media
Epson Standard Proofing Paper – Production and CrystalClear Film – Adhesive Give Proofing Houses and Designers Added Versatility
Epson America, Inc. today announced the newest additions to its robust portfolio of proofing media. Standard Proofing Paper – Production and
CrystalClear™ Film – Adhesive are designed to meet the demands of proofing houses, design shops, ad agencies, and businesses that produce
color match proofs, prototypes and mock-ups. The CrystalClear Film – Adhesive is designed to work with the Epson® Stylus® Pro WT7900 for
prototypes and mock-ups applied to a bottle or box. The Standard Proofing Paper – Production is a GRACoL® SWOP Grade 1 compliant
production proofing paper. This new offering augments Epson’s line of proofing papers targeting the top-tier color-critical market, and is designed
to offer a cost effective solution, manufactured to deliver delta E shift of 1.5 to meet a range of application needs.
“These new media offerings, coupled with our Epson Stylus Pro printers, give our customers incredible versatility, while upholding Epson’s legacy
of high-quality output,” said Jeff Smith, product manager, Epson America, Inc. “The Standard Proofing Paper – Production is not only color
consistent, but also meets the needs of some of the most demanding proofing applications for pre-press and flexography. The CrystalClear Film –
Adhesive was created in response to overwhelming demand for a clear film that can be applied to bottles and boxes with irregular surfaces in the
prototyping market.”
Designed for an industry that demands the very best, Standard Proofing Paper – Production offers the widest color gamut available for accurate
color reproductions and follows the standards established by the GRACoL Committee. This proofing paper provides a base color, weight and gloss
level designed to match offset press applications. Consistent with trends in the proofing market, the white point provides an L* value of over 96
with a brightness point of 97 and a whiteness point of 108, while the a* and b* values are at 1 and -3. The product is available in 100 foot roll
lengths in widths of 17, 24 and 44-inches.
Adding increased value to the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 with Epson UltraChrome® HDR White ink technology, CrystalClear Film – Adhesive is an
optically clear polyester film with an adhesive backing that is repositionable. This film provides high image quality, performance and accuracy for
proofing applications needing a high ink load adhesive that can easily conform to irregular shapes. Offering a durable, hard surface that allows
post-treatment lamination to become a customer option, not a requirement, CrystalClear Film – Adhesive delivers accuracy and short-term stability,
and further expands what is possible for design shops, proofing houses, ad agencies, and brand owners producing prototypes. The product is
available in 100 foot roll lengths in widths of 17 and 24-inches, with 44-inch rolls available at a future date.
Both the Epson Standard Proofing Paper – Production and the Crystal Clear Adhesive Film are currently available.
Epson Introduces the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 Designer Edition – A New Generation of
Package Prototyping
Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 Joins Family of Designer Edition Printer-and-RIP Systems for Creative Professionals
Epson America today announced a new addition to the Epson® Stylus® Pro Designer Edition line – the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 Designer
Edition. Combining the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 with an industry-leading EFI™ eXpress WT software RIP, this system is engineered to deliver
extremely high-resolution packaging mock-ups for graphic design firms, creative agencies and brand owners.
This system combines the advanced hardware and aqueous Epson UltraChrome® HDR White ink technology of the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900
with the Adobe® Postscript® interpreter and PANTONE® color matching capabilities of the EFI eXpress RIP. Together, this combination allows
users to print both color and white ink directly on clear or metallic media, as well as color accurate CMYK comps, proofs, mock-ups, and
prototypes. In addition, the software includes an easy-to-use intuitive interface that saves time and produces accurate spot colors with the
included PANTONE, DIC, HKS, and TOYO libraries.
“Epson continues to break printing barriers, taking what is perceived to be a complex process and providing a solution that offers both ease-of-use
and intuitive functionality,” said Larry Kaufman, product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America, Inc. “The Epson Stylus Pro WT7900
Designer Edition builds on Epson’s strengths in the graphic design community to deliver a superior product for the packaging creative process
and mock-up needs.”
The Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 Designer Edition allows designers to create in-house mock-ups more efficiently than using an outside vendor, as
well as gain creative control of packaging concepts with reduced turn-around time. In addition, the software provides users with the ability to print
directly from the latest creative design software or drag-and-drop files to a hot folder for cross platform network printing. Full support is included for
all Epson proofing and packaging media, with the ability to add profiles for additional media types.
Pricing, Support and Availability
The Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 Designer Edition joins the Epson Stylus Pro 3880, 4900, 7890 and 9890 Designer Editions, and is now available
through authorized Epson Professional Graphics resellers for $6,995 (MSRP). The printer and RIP is supported on both Macintosh OS X and
Microsoft Windows operating systems.
The Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 Designer Edition is supported with a standard Epson PreferredSM Limited Warranty, a one-year program that
includes toll-free advanced telephone access Monday through Friday and usually next business-day on-site service in the unlikely event of any
hardware failure. Epson Preferred Plus service plans are available that cover both the hardware and software for up to two additional years.
Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 Printers Now Available Through Professional Imaging
Resellers
Epson America, Inc. is expanding its sales of Epson Stylus® Pro 700-series printers to a broader range of professional imaging markets. The
Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 are now available through authorized Epson Resellers. Both of these printers are engineered to exceed the
expectations of professionals who produce corporate graphics, imposition proofs, company signs and banners, indoor tradeshow displays, and
more.
“The expansion of these products into new markets is very good news for both Epson resellers and their customers,” said Reed Hecht, product
manager, Epson America, Inc. “The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 give customers an incredible combination of speed, brilliant color, reliable
performance, and image quality that’s superior to most other printers being used by corporate graphics and signage professionals today. The list of
technological advancements that Epson engineers have incorporated into these printers is impressive, but equally important is that the products
are very easy to use.”
The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 (24-inch) and 9700 (44-inch) incorporate the company’s latest achievements in high-performance ink jet printing.
Epson’s unique MicroPiezo® TFP™ print heads help produce stunning photographic images and extremely precise text and line art at speeds that
nearly double that of Epson’s previous generation printers. Image quality is further enhanced by Epson UltraChrome Vivid Magenta inks and dual
black printing. This pigment-based ink technology enables prints to attain true archival permanence on a wide range of media types.
The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 are currently available for suggested retail prices of $2,995 and $4,995, respectively.
Epson America Expands Line of Designer Edition Stylus Pro Printer-and-RIP Bundles for Creative Professionals
Designer Editions Combine Epson Stylus Pro 3880, 4900, 7890 and 9890 Printers with EFI Express for Epson Software RIP
The Epson Stylus Pro line of printing solutions is expanding once again with a wider selection of Designer Edition bundles that combine award-
winning Epson Stylus Pro printers with an industry-leading EFI™ eXpress for Epson Software RIP. These bundles are engineered to deliver
powerful yet easy-to-use solutions for professional graphic designers and photographers, enabling them to print their creative visions as they see
them. The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 Designer Edition is now joined by the Epson Stylus Pro 3880, 7890 and 9890 Designer Editions.
The combination of these printers and the EFI eXpress for Epson RIP gives users the unique ability to create color accurate CMYK comps, proofs,
and mockups, alongside RGB photographs. The software includes sophisticated yet simple to use spot color support with embedded libraries for
DIC, HKS, PANTONE, and Toyo, ensuring accurate color production out of the box. True Adobe interpreters allow for complete compatibility with
the latest design suites on a Mac or PC.
In addition, users can work the way that suits them best by printing directly from the application, importing or dragging and dropping on to the RIP
interface, or by sending files from a single PC or in a networked group to hot folders. Full support is included for all Epson proofing, packaging,
photographic, and fine art media, with the ability for the user to add new CMYK or RGB profiles for additional media types.
“For more than a decade, the world’s most successful graphic designers have relied on Epson to print their creative visions, and these solutions
allow them to take their vision and passion for design to the next level,” said Larry Kauffman, product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson
America, Inc. “The new Epson Designer Editions leverage the underlying professional software technology of EFI Colorproof™ XF and bring to the
design studio a solution that’s easy to use, yet powerful and affordable.”
Pricing and Availability
All four Epson Stylus Pro Designer Edition bundles are now available through authorized Epson Professional Graphics resellers at the following
prices (MSRP) with additional mail-in rebate offers:
Epson Stylus Pro 3880 (17-inch) Designer Edition — $1,495 ($1,195 after $300 mail-in rebate)
Epson Stylus Pro 4900 (17-inch) Designer Edition — $2,995 ($2,495 after $500 mail-in rebate)
Epson Stylus Pro 7890 (24-inch) Designer Edition — $3,495 ($2,745 after $750 mail-in rebate)
Epson Stylus Pro 9890 (44-inch) Designer Edition — $5,495 ($4,745 after $750 mail-in rebate)
Each Epson Stylus Pro Printer is supported with a standard Epson PreferredSM Limited Warranty, a one-year program that includes toll-free
advanced telephone access Monday through Friday and usually next business-day on-site service in the unlikely event of any hardware failure.
Epson Preferred Plus service plans are available that cover both the hardware and software for up to two additional years.
Epson Awarded Silver Class in "Sustainability Yearbook 2011"
Company named Sustainability Leader in computer and office equipment sector
Seiko Epson Corporation has been named a Sustainability Leader and awarded Silver Class status in the SAM "Sustainability Yearbook 2011",
published on February 28.
The annual Sustainability Yearbook is published by the world-renowned SRI (Social Responsibility Investment) research company, the SAM
Group. Each year, 2,500 companies, as reflected in the Dow Jones Global Total Stock Market Index, are assessed for sustainable growth
potential against more than 100 general and industry-specific criteria, covering economic, social, and environmental performance.
Of the 2,500 participating companies, only the top-scoring 15% in each of the 58 sectors were eligible for inclusion in The Sustainability Yearbook
2011. Of these, 103 companies were awarded gold class, 92 silver class, and 77 bronze class.
Epson is one of six Sustainability Leaders named in the "Computer Hardware & Electronic Office Equipment" sector.
First listed in the 2008 Yearbook with a Bronze Class rating, Epson believes that the silver class ranking reflects its firm commitment to conducting
business according to its Management Philosophy.
Going forward, Epson will continue to develop its CSR program and strengthen its trust-based management initiatives.
Epson Announces the WorkForce 840 All-in-One and Epson WorkForce 60 Printer
Epson WorkForce 840 Delivers the World's Fastest Automatic Double-Sided Print Speeds, 500-Sheet Input Capacity and Extra-High Capacity Ink
Cartridges for Increased Productivity
Epson America, Inc., a leading provider of superior performing printing solutions, today introduced the Epson WorkForce® 840 all-in-one and the
Epson WorkForce 60 printer, the World's fastest automatic double-sided printing(1) solutions for high print volume small offices and micro
businesses*.
Epson's Premier High Productivity All-in-One Printer for the Busy Small Office
The WorkForce 840 is the ideal printing solution for high print volume, multi-tasking environments that require maximum speed and flexibility. It
provides businesses with high performance and productivity features including blazingly fast single- and double-sided print speeds – 15 ISO ppm
black and 9.3 ISO ppm color single-sided; 7.4 ISO ppm black and 5.4 ISO ppm color two-sided(2). The WorkForce 840 also includes a 500-sheet
input capacity to load a full ream of paper, and ships with Extra-High Capacity ink cartridges capable of printing up to 1,000 sheets.
The WorkForce 840 offers a smart, easy-to-use 7.8" touch control panel with a large 3.5" high resolution color LCD to quickly access all printer
functions, a built-in two-sided 30-page Automatic Document Feeder to copy, scan and fax two-sided documents, and built-in memory card slots
and USB drive port. Engineered for space efficiency, its industrial design is 32 percent smaller than the leading competitor.
Several WorkForce 840 features provide business users with environmental and cost-saving benefits, including:
Auto duplex scanning, copying and printing – saves up to 50 percent of paper supply
Scan-to-PDF, -PC and -email – for archiving documents and images digitally
Printing or copying multiple pages on one sheet – saves up to 75 percent of paper supply
Uses up to 70 percent less power than laser printers(3), saving energy and money
"The WorkForce 840 and Workforce 60 models were developed with the business user in mind, and expands Epson's already robust line of
business ink jet printers and all-in-ones," said Rodrigo Catalan, product manager, Business Ink Jets, Epson America, Inc. "We understand that
small and home-based offices with high print volume needs require a fast, reliable, and easy-to-operate printing solution that is cost-effective and
produces top-quality output, and these models deliver on all fronts."
Built for Business – Epson WorkForce 60 Printer
The WorkForce 60 delivers fast single- and double-sided print speeds – 15 ISO ppm black and 7.1 ISO ppm color single-sided; 7.4 ISO ppm black
and 4.7 ISO ppm color two-sided(2) – to help keep businesses running at full speed. Packaged in a sleek industrial design, it also includes a 250-
sheet input capacity, and provides a reliable solution to small business owners that require professional looking prints in high volume.
Additional Features of the WorkForce 840 and 60:
Built-in Wi-Fi® n(4) and Ethernet compatible for network printing with the latest routers available
Epson exclusive instant-dry DURABrite® Ultra inks for fade(6), smudge- and water(7)-resistant prints
Direct printing from mobile devices(5)
Individual ink cartridges for replacing only the color that is needed
Instant-drying inks to immediately touch laser quality documents and photos
ENERGY STAR® qualified and RoHS compliant to help preserve the environment
Designed to be recycled(8)
Epson MicroPiezo® print head technology with smart nozzles delivers ink droplets in as many as three sizes, some as small as three picoliters,
delivering sharp, laser-like quality text while optimizing print speeds
Pricing and Availability
The Epson WorkForce 840 ($299.99**), will be available in January through major computer, office and electronic superstores, a variety of retail
stores nationwide, mail order, PC manufacturers, the Internet, and the Epson Store, www.epsonstore.com. The Epson WorkForce 60 ($129.99**)
will be available in January through the Internet and Epson's own retail site.
Epson Expands Signature Worthy Collection of Media with Three New Canvas Products
Epson’s Exhibition Canvas Gloss, Exhibition Canvas Satin and Exhibition Canvas Matte Give Professional Photographers and Fine Artists Museum-
Worthy Image Quality and Durability
Epson America, Inc. today announced three new canvas products that will be added to its Signature Worthy® collection of media. Engineered for
the most discerning professional photographers, artists, fine art reproduction houses, and print-for-pay businesses, Epson’s Exhibition Canvas
Gloss, Exhibition Canvas Satin and Exhibition Canvas Matte enable users to achieve industry-leading DMax and color gamut for prints that require
stunning, museum-grade image quality and durability.
“Epson is very excited about expanding its Signature Worthy Collection of media again for the world’s top photographers and artists,” said Jeff
Smith, product manager, Epson America, Inc. “These canvas products were developed through the collaboration of our engineers and industry-
leading experts who understand the advantages and complexities of working with canvas. The end result is a selection of new canvases that will
enable artists to produce some of the finest works on canvas the industry has seen to date.”
Exhibition Canvas Gloss, Satin and Matte products are built on a polyester and cotton blend that is specially coated to produce vibrant colors as
well as rich, deep blacks and tonal gradations that distinguish them from competitive products. These heavy 21 millimeter poly-cotton canvases
can also be easily stretched and coated to help achieve the best combination of image quality and archival display life.
All three Exhibition Canvas products are available in roll widths of 13, 17, 24, 44 and 60-inches, and 17” x 22” cut sheets will be available in early
2011. The new roll-based products are now available through Epson Authorized Resellers. Pricing information (MSRP) is available in the following
table.
Epson’s SurePress L-4033A Digital Label Press Now Available
First Epson SurePress Digital Label Press Commercially Installed at Tape & Label Converters
Epson America, Inc. today announced that the SurePress™ L-4033A digital label press is now available, and Epson has installed the first unit in
North America at Southern-California based label printer Tape & Label Converters. Tape & Label Converters will be using the versatile short-run
digital label press to respond to the changing demands of the label printing industry – more complex images requiring higher print resolution and
multiple spot colors.
“SurePress is a perfect fit for us because it offers the print quality and spot color reproduction our clients demand, as well as allows us to reach out
to new clients with greater capability,” said Mas Crawford, vice president of sales, Tape & Label Converters. “In addition, smaller quantities and
shorter lead-times are a given in our business, and with SurePress our make-ready time is dramatically reduced, operation is simple and
maintenance requirements are reduced, giving us increased productivity from our previous solution.”
Designed for label converters, large scale product manufacturers and commercial printers, the SurePress digital label press fits easily into existing
digital workflows and prints on a range of off-the-shelf substrates with no pre-coating required. Printing up to 13-inches wide and at speeds up to
16 feet per minute, SurePress leverages Epson’s leading MicroPiezo® ink jet technology and newly-developed SurePress AQ six-color, industrial-
quality, water-based pigment ink that produces a remarkable range of colors for impressive, professional and consistent results.
“From its inception, SurePress was designed to produce excellent print quality with remarkable color at an affordable price, and we expect this
installation with Tape & Label Converters to prove it is a solution perfect for small to mid-size converters,” said Mark Elsbernd, North American
region sales manager, Epson America.
More about SurePress
SurePress L-4033A is designed to meet the growing demand for fast turnaround, low volume, and multiple version label jobs. Additional features
include:
- High Quality Labels: Epson’s acclaimed MicroPiezo ink jet technology provides ultra precise drop formation and placement to deliver smooth
gradations, remarkable color quality, and sharp detail for easy bar code readability, plus crisp small type and line work
- Industrial Quality Inks: Durable, water-based, resin-coated pigment inks provide superior adhesion
- Wide Color Gamut: Six-color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Orange, and Green), water-based, pigment ink system reproduces a wide range
of colors
- Versatile Substrate Support: Prints on a range of standard, off-the-shelf materials including gloss, semi-gloss, matte, and film
- Variable Web Width: Supports rolls from 3.15 to 13-inches wide up to 0.013-inches (0.32 mm) thick
- Enhanced Productivity: Time-consuming, short-run jobs can be transferred to the SurePress for more flexibility and timely results at speeds up
to 16 feet per minute
- Less Waste: No chemicals or plates are required in the pre-press process and less substrate and ink is used in make-ready for short run jobs
Epson Again Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes
Seiko Epson Corporation has been selected for the third time as a component company of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World)
and the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific), both leading indicators for socially responsible investment (SRI). The
international stock indexes, jointly developed by the American company Dow Jones and Switzerland's SAM (Sustainable Asset Management)
Group, assess companies around the world based on economic, environmental, and social perspectives, and select those with the best future
prospects for achieving sustainability.
A review of the component companies is conducted on a yearly basis. On November 4th, 323 corporations out of a pool of roughly 2,500
worldwide were designated as leading companies and selected to be included in the DJSI World. Epson was one of seven that were selected for
the computer hardware and electronic office equipment category of the technology sector.
In addition, Epson retained its position in the DJSI Asia Pacific, which was launched in March 2009 and is made up of the top 20% in terms of the
SAM analysis out of the largest 600 companies in the developed Asia Pacific markets.
To find out more about Epson's CSR activities, or to view Epson's Sustainability Report 2010, please visit the Epson & the Community section on
the corporate website. epson.co.jp/community
Environmental Vision 2050
Building on its history of environmentally-conscious activities, Epson is now striving to achieve its challenging Environmental Vision 2050. For more
details on Epson's sustainability initiatives, see eco.epson.com.
Epson America, Avery and SkinzWraps Work Together to Produce Most Expensive Car
Ever Wrapped at SEMA 2010 in Las Vegas
Epson America, Avery and SkinzWraps have joined forces to produce and display the world’s most expensive car ever to be wrapped. A Bugatti
Veyron worth an estimated $1.7 million will be on display in Epson’s booth at SEMA 2010 (Specialty Equipment Market Association) in Las Vegas,
Nov. 2-5.
The custom wrap was designed, printed and applied by SkinzWraps using an Epson Stylus® Pro GS6000 printer and Avery MPI 1005 Supercast
media. A total of seven days were required to complete the design, print the wrap and apply it to the car. At the conclusion of the show, the car
will be transformed quickly and easily back to its original design.
“Epson is extremely excited to work with Avery and SkinzWraps to unveil what’s surely the most prestigious and high-priced automobile ever to be
wrapped,” said Reed Hecht, product manager, Epson America, Inc. “In the world of engineering, there aren’t many vehicles that underscore the
winning combination of style, performance, beauty, and speed like a Bugatti Veyron. These are characteristics that Epson shares and pursues
with passion when it comes to engineering the world’s most incredible ink jet printing technologies, so we’re very proud to demonstrate those
accomplishments in such a unique way.”
The Bugatti Veyron is the most expensive and fastest sports car in the world and hailed by many as the greatest automobile ever made. This
exotic two-passenger car is powered by a quad-turbocharged, 8-liter, 16-cylinder engine that produces 1,001 horsepower. The Veyron’s powerful
engine and 7-speed transmission with AWD enables it to achieve a top speed of 253 mph, a speed it can maintain up to 12 minutes before
consuming all of its fuel.
“Designing and applying a wrap to an automotive masterpiece like the Bugatti Veyron requires the ultimate degree of skill and concentration, the
right materials and of course the best printing technology imaginable,” said Peter Salaverry, CEO, SkinzWraps. “The Epson Stylus Pro GS6000
produces images with rich, vibrant colors, smooth tones, and deep blacks with amazing shadow details. Combine all of that with the amazing
quality and durability of Avery’s adhesive backed vinyl and you get a solution that’s worthy of being featured on a Bugatti Veyron or any job that
requires the best of the best.”
About the Epson Stylus Pro GS6000
The Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 64-inch wide roll-to-roll printer delivers high color gamut, photographic image quality, and rock-solid reliability with
commercial speeds, all while using a solvent-based Epson UltraChrome GS ink technology that’s less harmful on the environment. The printer’s
Dual-Array MicroPiezo® AMC™ print head is uniquely engineered for the demands of high-production solvent printing and produces fine detail with
a maximum resolution of 1440x1440 dpi and variable-sized droplet technology as small as 3.7 picoliters.
Epson Expands Line of Solvent Media with New GS Poster Paper Gloss
New High-End Solvent Paper Gives Commercial Sign Makers Durable Solution for Displaying Stunning Images at Competitive Prices
Epson America, Inc. today announced GS Poster Paper Gloss, a new solvent media for commercial signage applications and POP (point of
purchase) displays that require maximum image quality and durability, yet at prices that are comparable to grade poster paper. This paper’s unique
multiple-Mylar coating contributes to maximizing resistance against scratching while providing a smooth, glossy surface that’s optimized for images
with deep, dense blacks and vibrant colors. GS Poster Paper also achieves near-instant dry times for immediate handling and can be laminated
and displayed for indoor and outdoor signage applications.
“Epson is committed to providing the ultimate solvent media papers that exceed the expectations of its customers, and GS Poster Paper Gloss is
certainly no exception,” said Jeff Smith, product manager, Epson America, Inc. “There currently is no other paper on the market that offers such
an ideal combination of stunning image quality and durability at a price point that’s this competitive. Combine all of those factors with extremely fast
dry times and you’ve got a paper that’s positioned to reset some standards for the rest of the industry.”
GS Poster Paper Gloss will be available in October for approximately $0.34 per square foot. It will be available in 75-foot length rolls, in 30-inch, 54-
inch and 60-inch widths, which will be sold through Epson Authorized Resellers.
Epson Ushers in Future of Computer-to-Plate Printing with Epson DirectPlate Technology
Epson Stylus Pro 7900CTP System Brings Affordable Aluminum Press Plate Solution to Small and Medium-Sized Print Shops
Epson is redefining how computer-to-plate (CTP) technology is used by small and medium commercial print shops with a new technology called
Epson DirectPlate Aluminum. Taking advantage of a recent breakthrough in chemical engineering and plate coating, this new plate technology
enables true aluminum lithographic printing press plates to be created with a standard Epson Stylus® Pro printer and Epson UltraChrome® HDR
inks. Once imaged, followed by a quick heat curing process, these unique plates can be used to produce up to 20,000 impressions each with
image quality that’s superior to polyester solutions available today.
The new Epson Stylus Pro 7900CTP system is the first printer to incorporate DirectPlate Aluminum technology. This complete turn-key system
combines an Epson Stylus Pro 7900 printer (24-inch wide format) with a unique plate curing device (PCU), an EFI® Computer-to-Plate RIP
software package, and plate guide attachment. Designed for printing press-duplicators and small to medium size printing press businesses, the
Epson 7900CTP’s output offers better quality prints on press than polyester without having to manage hazardous and messy chemicals. In
addition, a lower cost-per-plate, energy efficiency, and the virtual elimination of maintenance costs contribute significantly toward a lower total cost
of operation.
“It’s amazing to see just how much Epson DirectPlate technology can exceed the final press quality that today’s small and medium sized
commercial printers are used to seeing,” said Reed Hecht, product manager, Epson America. “But even more important than image quality, this
technology gives them a true aluminum press plate workflow that’s reliable, consistent, more cost-effective than polyester, and less impact on the
environment while still being easier to use. We’re confident that once customers incorporate this solution into their workflows, it’s very likely they’ll
never want to use polyester plates again.”
Epson DirectPlate Aluminum technology contributes to superior press output with up to 175 lpi resolution, better solids, cleaner halftones, and
sharper text. In addition, the Epson Stylus Pro 7900 printer’s robust engineering and energy-efficient operation offers significant savings in
electrical costs as well as ongoing maintenance expenses and service contracts. Once purchased, there’s nothing else owners need to buy other
than ongoing ink cartridges, plates, and an occasional ink maintenance tank.
The Epson Stylus Pro 7900CTP’s unique water-based plate-making system eliminates the messy, time-consuming process of cleaning and
handling hazardous chemicals associated with other platesetting solutions. In addition, because no special inks are required, the Epson Stylus Pro
7900CTP can also be used to make high-quality press proofs, imposition proofs, and even high-quality, short-run, posters up to 24-inches wide.
Pricing, Availability and Support
The Epson 7900CTP system will be available in November 2010 for $9,999 (MSRP) through authorized Epson dealers. Unlike other computer-to-
plate solutions, the system comes complete, including the Epson Stylus Pro 7900 printer, modified for easy plate loading, the Plate Curing Unit, an
EFI® front-end CTP RIP workflow, and a starter set of inks and plates.
Epson’s SurePress L-4033A Makes North American Debut at Labelexpo
Epson’s SurePress™ L-4033A digital label press that was launched at IPEX in May 2010, is making its first North American appearance at
Labelexpo Americas 2010. Designed for label converters taking the first steps into digital printing or expanding their existing digital printing
capacity, the SurePress L-4033A is a highly versatile short-run digital label press offered with pre-and post-press options that can be tailored to
meet various needs and budget.
“SurePress provides label converters with an outstanding solution for cost-efficient short-run label printing, operating quickly and efficiently while
providing greater flexibility and excellent color quality,” said Mark Elsbernd, North America region sales manager, Epson America. “With Epson’s
commitment to deliver quality and reliability of the highest standard, SurePress will allow businesses to increase productivity at affordable costs,
without compromising quality.”
The Epson digital label press fits easily into existing digital workflows and prints on a range of off-the-shelf substrates with no pre-coating required,
up to 13-inches wide and at speeds up to 16 feet per minute. SurePress leverages Epson’s leading MicroPiezo® ink jet technology and newly-
developed SurePress AQ six-color, industrial-quality, water-based pigment ink that produces a remarkable range of colors for impressive,
professional and consistent results.
In addition, Epson is working with industry-leading partners on every aspect of digital label production, from color management to media and
finishing options, to offer a new, open approach that will make the adoption of digital short run printing easier and more profitable for converters.
More about SurePress
SurePress L-4033A is designed to meet the growing demand for fast turnaround, low volume, and multiple version label jobs. Additional features
include:
High Quality Labels: Epson’s acclaimed MicroPiezo ink jet technology provides ultra precise drop formation and placement to deliver smooth
gradations, remarkable color quality, and sharp detail for easy bar code readability, plus crisp small type and line work
Industrial Quality Inks: Durable, water-based, resin-coated pigment inks provide superior adhesion
Wide Color Gamut: Six-color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Orange, and Green), water-based, pigment ink system reproduces a wide range of
colors
Versatile Substrate Support: Prints on a range of standard, off-the-shelf materials including gloss, semi-gloss, matte, and film
Variable Web Width: Supports rolls from 3.15 to 13-inches wide up to 0.013-inches (0.32 mm) thick
Enhanced Productivity: Time-consuming, short-run jobs can be transferred to the SurePress for more flexibility and timely results at speeds up to
16 feet per minute
Less Waste: No chemicals or plates are required in the pre-press process and less substrate and ink is used in make-ready for short run jobs.
Epson Expands Signature Worthy Line of Media with Wider Selection of Rolls
Epson Signature Worthy Roll Media Now Includes Hot and Cold Press Papers in 17 to 60-Inch Widths and Exhibition Fiber Paper in 17 to 64-Inch
Widths
Epson is expanding its Signature Worthy™ line of professional media for photographers and fine artists by offering a wider selection of roll-based
products. Due to the growing popularity of Hot Press and Cold Press papers, Epson is now offering these products in rolls of 17-inch, 24-inch, 44-
inch, and 60-inch widths. The company is also expanding its offerings of Exhibition Fiber Paper to include 17-inch, 24-inch, 44-inch, and 64-inch
wide rolls.
“We have collaborated with many of the industry’s leading photographers and fine artists to redefine and perfect the art of paper making, and the
overwhelming success of these three papers mandates that we expand our line to include rolls,” said Jeff Smith, product manager, Professional
Imaging, Epson America. “Every day, a growing number of professionals switch to these breakthrough papers because of the stunning images
they can produce, and in an effort to help satisfy the demands of professionals, we are delighted to be able to provide these papers in rolls.”
Optimized for use with Epson Stylus® Pro printers and inks – including the Epson 900-series with Epson UltraChrome® HDR ink technology –
Signature Worthy papers are designed to help creative professionals create prints that yield richer blacks, smoother tonal transitions and wider
color gamuts.
Epson Hot Press and Cold Press Papers
Epson Hot Press papers give artists a unique, smooth surface for advanced print making while Cold Press papers offer a more textured surface.
Epson offers both surfaces in two choices of white points: Hot Press Bright and Cold Press Bright for those who prefer a brighter white point; and
Hot Press Natural and Cold Press Natural for those who prefer a warmer tone. Both Hot Press and Cold Press papers are composed of a true
cotton fiber base, are acid/lignin-free and achieve near-instant dry times.
Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper
Epson’s Exhibition Fiber Paper is designed to give professional and advanced photographers a paper that delivers the true look and feel of a
classic F-surface, air-dried print that’s revered by professionals who have extensive backgrounds from the days of dark room processing. This
paper also has a cotton fiber base and is acid/lignin-free.
“Since the launch of Exhibition Fiber Paper three years ago, photographers and fine artists have increasingly asked Epson to make this paper
available in larger roll sizes to achieve maximum image quality while increasing productivity,” adds Jeff Smith. “Now that it’s available in roll widths
up to 64 inches, it will be a huge advantage for them as well as fine art repro shops.”
Availability
New Signature Worthy roll papers are currently available through authorized Epson Professional Imaging resellers.
Epson Continues to Expand its Portfolio of Proofing Media with New
MetallicProof Film
Epson’s MetallicProof Film Joins ClearProof Film and CrystalClear Film to Form Ultimate Trio of Proofing
Solutions for Packaging and Prototyping Markets
Epson America has once again expanded its line of proofing media for the packaging and prototyping market
with the introduction of MetallicProof™ Film paper. Designed specifically for use with the Epson Stylus® Pro
WT7900 with Epson UltraChrome® HDR White Ink, Epson’s new MetallicProof Film, along with Epson’s
innovative ClearProof™ Film and CrystalClear™ Film, give packaging designers and pre-press houses a range
of high-quality, low-cost printing solutions to produce contract proofs, mock-ups and prototypes.
As the first of its kind in the industry, MetallicProof Film is a revolutionary proofing media that enables
designers and packaging companies to extend their prototyping capabilities in-house with new substrates
and printing effects. Epson UltraChrome HDR White Ink provides an opaque base layer on MetallicProof
Film, enabling high color saturation and resolution. MetallicProof Film can also be used in combination with
the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900’s seven ink colors to create special effects such as pastels or metallic
colors like gold and bronze.
“Epson is dedicated to providing a variety of high-quality substrates that directly benefit the unique and
increasingly complex needs of the packaging and prototyping market,” said Jeff Smith, product marketing
manager, professional imaging, Epson America. “MetallicProof Film is the first of its kind in the industry and
truly expands the printing capabilities of packaging designers. In addition, Epson’s entire line of packaging
papers enhance the workflow of proofing and prototyping professionals for both flexographic and gravure
printing, providing near instant dry times, rich blacks, and vibrant colors.”
More about Epson’s Films:
Designed specifically for use with the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900, this line of media offers a complete packaging
solution. Additional details include:
- New MetallicProof Film: Thin film for easy application to packaging surfaces such as boxes and bottles
that produces metallic effects on contract proofs, mock-up and prototypes; features a specially-developed
coating that is capable of high ink absorption for a wide color gamut while delivering faster drying times for
greater productivity
- ClearProof Film: Clear film technology with unique ultra-clear layering technology delivers higher ink
capacity for extreme color gamut and faster drying for higher productivity
- CrystalClear Film: Optically clear polyester film provides high image quality, performance and accuracy
for various proofing applications such as color progressives, spot overlays, and other packaging requirements;
quick drying, smooth surface delivers accuracy and short-term stability
Availability
Epson MetallicProof Film, ClearProof Film and CrystalClear Film are currently available from authorized Epson
Professional Imaging resellers.
Epson’s New Artisan All-in-One Printers Offer Superior Performance, Image Quality, Convenience, and an
Eye-Catching Design
Artisan 835 and Artisan 725 Deliver Unbeatable Features and Fit the Décor of any Room
Epson America, Inc., a leading provider of superior performing desktop printing solutions, today introduced
its new line of Artisan® all-in-ones – the Artisan 835 and Artisan 725. With image quality preferred by
consumers 3-to-1 over the competition1 and a host of unique features, the new Artisan all-in-ones are a
perfect match for today’s active, digital families that require one solution for various printing needs.
“These latest Artisan all-in-ones continue to redefine the standard for image quality, print speed and unique
creative capabilities,” said Julie Ernest, product manager, Consumer Ink Jet Printers, Epson America, Inc.
“From family photos and creative projects to school work and household documents, these versatile
all-in-ones deliver the quality, reliability and performance consumers have come to expect from the Artisan
line.”
The flagship Artisan 835 boasts a 7.8-inch smart touch panel, a 3.5-inch color LCD, built-in fax, and a
30-page Automatic Document Feeder to quickly copy and fax documents. The Artisan 725 features an
enhanced touch panel for easier navigation. Both feature 2.5 times faster wireless connectivity with
Wi-Fi n2, wireless printing from an Apple® iPhone3 and the world’s fastest 4”x6” photo print speeds4.
In addition, the Artisan 725 and Artisan 835 deliver vibrant colors and crisp, clear text with Epson’s
six-color Ultra Hi-Definition Claria® ink.
Additional Features of the Artisan Series:
· Delivers fast ISO print speeds of 9.5 ISO ppm black and 9 ISO ppm color5
· Offers built-in wireless and Ethernet networking
· Saves up to 50 percent of paper supply with automatic two-sided printing
· Creates personalized greeting cards, coloring book pages, elegant stationery, and note paper
· Creates professional-looking discs by printing images and text directly onto ink jet printable CDs/DVDs
with easy-to-use Epson Print CD software
· Features built-in Auto Photo Correction to automatically evaluate and correct images and red eye
· Prints applications wirelessly from an iPhone, including PDF files, photos, photo calendars, business
documents, and more, through applications available on the iTunes App Store
· Prints images directly from digital cameras, mobile phones and USB Flash drives with PictBridge®
· Accommodates various printing needs with individual ink cartridges at affordable prices (standard
and high-capacity sizes)6
· Delivers vivid, true-to-life photos with Epson’s exclusive MicroPiezo® print head with DX5™ technology
· Offers a range of eco features and environmental qualifications including, ENERGY STAR® and
RoHS compliance, and is designed to be recycled7
Pricing and Availability
The Artisan 725 ($199.99*) and Artisan 835 ($299.99*) will be available in mid-August through major
computer, office and electronic superstores, a variety of retail stores nationwide and Epson’s retail site,
epsonstore.com. An all-white “Arctic Edition” Artisan 725 ($199.99*) will also be available in mid-September
exclusively through Best Buy to allow consumers more options to match the décor of their home and
computer equipment. All models come with a one-year limited warranty and free lifetime phone support
with quick and convenient product exchange. For more information, please see the Artisan 725, Artisan
835 and Artisan 725 Arctic Edition fact sheets.
Seiko Epson Corporation today released its Sustainability Report 2010, detailing the business, environmental
and CSR initiatives undertaken by the Epson Group in fiscal 2009 (April 2009 - March 2010) as it works
toward becoming a truly sustainable enterprise. For the second year, the Sustainability Report will be
released in digital form only on the corporate website.
Epson promotes transparency and publicly discloses a wide range of relevant information as part of efforts
to build and maintain the trust of its stakeholders. As one aspect of that, Epson began publishing an
Environment Report in 1999 to provide details regarding its environmental conservation measures. In 2003,
Epson added information on social-related programs to this Environmental Report and renamed it the
Sustainability Report.
This year's Sustainability Report contains two feature sections detailing how Epson aims to achieve its SE15
Long-Range Corporate Vision, announced in March 2009. The first feature, "Create, Produce and Deliver",
looks at Epson's "customer value creation process" from the perspectives of customer satisfaction, quality
assurance, and sales & marketing. The second feature reports on the SE15 Mid-Term Environmental Policy,
which spells out the milestone environmental goals for 2015 as the Company works toward realization of its
Environmental Vision 2050, announced in Brussels in 2008. This section also highlights Epson's biodiversity
initiatives ahead of the Conference of the Parties (COP 10) to be held in Nagoya, Japan, in October 2010 -
the International Year for Biodiversity.
Fiscal 2009 Environmental Initiatives*1
1. Global warming prevention
On a per unit of sales basis, Epson's emissions of global warming substances showed a consolidated global
reduction of 51.2% compared with fiscal 1990 levels, against the target 50% reduction, and a decrease in
energy use within Japan of 44.8% (target of 35%).
2. Resource recycling and conservation
88.9% of products in designated categories met the 75% recyclability rate*2 target, and 98.9% achieved the
85% recoverability rate*3 goal, by weight. Epson also succeeded in reducing its waste emissions by 2,800
tons, or 8%, over fiscal 2008.
3. Chemical substances management
Epson has been able to cut its PRTR emissions by 53.5% and reduce its VOC emissions by 38% compared
with benchmark fiscal 2005 levels through the introduction of alternatives and initiatives to reduce usage.
4. Environmental accounting
In fiscal 2009, Epson's investment in environmental conservation was 560 million yen, and expenses totaled
5.85 billion yen, with environmental R&D comprising 2.83 billion yen (48%). Of those R&D expenses, 73.6%
went to the development of eco-considerate products, demonstrating Epson's commitment in this area. (The
environmental accounting system encompasses Seiko Epson and a total of 38 affiliates; 18 in Japan and
20 in other regions).
Environmental R&D Expenses
Fiscal 2009 Societal Initiatives*1
1. Corporate citizenship expenditures
Epson's Philosophy and Policy for Philanthropy and Giving, established in 2004, identify five priority areas of
engagement, and corporate expenditures in fiscal 2009 totaled nearly 660 million yen.
Breakdown of Corporate Citizenshio Expenditures
2. Sustainable procurement
Working with suppliers on socially responsible procurement is a key activity for ensuring Epson Group
standards are maintained up the supply chain. In FY2009, Epson transferred responsibility for procurement
from general administrative departments to those in charge of production strategy to bolster the procurement
system and make it more effective.
In addition, Epson evaluated self-assessments of approximately 330 suppliers and performed on-site audits
at 130 suppliers to ensure understanding of and compliance with the Supplier Code of Conduct.
"Epson has a long standing tradition of corporate and environmental responsibility," said Masahiro Koyama,
General Administrative Manager of the Trust-Based Management Office. "Epson works to fulfill its corporate
social responsibility by practicing trust-based management, whereby the efforts of every employee are focused
on building confidence in Epson as a company. It is this ongoing, Group-wide commitment to CSR that is
reflected in external appraisals and rankings, such as the Silver Class status awarded to Epson in the SAM
Sustainability Yearbook 2010."
*1 The information concerning community and societal activities covers Seiko Epson and 97 of its
domestic and overseas affiliates, while information about environmental activities has been collated for
Seiko Epson and 74 Epson Group companies.
*2 Recyclability rate refers to material recycling.
*3 Recoverability rate includes material and thermal recycling.
Epson Introduces its First Digital Label Press – the SurePress L-4033A
Epson’s Innovative Engineering and Technology Delivers Profitable Label Production at the IPEX Global
Event for Print, Publishing and Media in Epson Booth 10-C260
Epson America today announced the SurePress™ L-4033A, a highly versatile short-run digital label press
designed to print labels efficiently and profitably. Since first shown in prototype form, SurePress L-4033A
has undergone significant developments to meet the growing demand for fast turnaround, low volume,
and multiple version label jobs.
SurePress is designed for label converters taking the first steps into digital printing or expanding their existing
digital printing capacity. The Epson digital label press prints on a range of off-the-shelf substrates up to
13-inches wide and at speeds up to 16 feet per minute and fits easily into existing digital workflows.
SurePress leverages Epson’s leading MicroPiezo ink jet technology and newly-developed six-color,
water-based, pigment inks to ensure consistent and high quality results.
“SurePress brings production level ink jet presses to the printing industry with the same quality, accuracy
and reliability that Epson is known for,” said Mark Elsbernd, North America region sales manager, Epson
America. “This digital label press offers high quality with efficient operation, allowing businesses to streamline
their operations or diversify business to new clients and new job opportunities. In addition, ease of use
features accommodate any company wishing to operate a digital printing business in today's fast changing
business environment.”
More about SurePress
Epson is working with industry-leading partners on every aspect of digital label production from color
management to substrates and finishing options in order to deliver outstanding control, performance
and results. Additional product features include:
- High Quality Labels: Epson’s acclaimed MicroPiezo ink jet technology provides ultra precise drop
formation and placement to deliver smooth gradations, color quality, and sharp detail for bar code
readability, small type and line work
- Wide Color Gamut: Six-color, water-based, pigment ink system reproduces a wide range of colors
- Versatile Media Support: Prints on a range of substrates up to 12.6 mils thick and rolls 3.15 to 13-inches
wide
- Enhanced Productivity: Allows commercial printers to transfer time-consuming, short-run jobs to the
SurePress for more cost-efficient and timely results
- Less Waste: No chemicals or plates are required in the pre-press process and less substrate and ink is
used in make-ready for short run jobs
For additional information about the SurePress L-4033A, visit epson.com/IPEX2010.
Epson Announces Two High-Volume Business Color InkJet Printers
Epson Announces Two High-Volume Business Color InkJet Printers for Workgroups and Network
Printing Environments
Epson B-310N and B-510DN Provide Powerful Productivity and Affordable Color Printing
Epson America today announced a pair of powerful, compact business color ink jet printers – the Epson
B-310N and B-510DN. Designed for workgroups and small to medium size businesses, the B-310N and
B-510DN provide high-volume color network printing with exceptional performance, reliability and productivity.
Easy to own and operate, the B-310N and B-510DN printers offer high-yield ink cartridges, a high-capacity
front loading paper cassette and an affordable ink cost per color page.
“There is a big demand for fast, economical color network printing in a variety of business environments
ranging from real estate offices to medical clinics and the Epson B-510DN and B-310N more than fill this
gap,” said Anna Jen, director of new business development, Epson America, Inc. “Businesses that print a
lot of color documents or wishing to print more in color will benefit most from the new Epson B-Series printers.”
Both models feature high-capacity front paper cassettes that hold up to 500 sheets to facilitate high-volume,
uninterrupted printing; the B-510DN holds letter or legal-size paper and the B-310N holds letter-size paper
with an optional legal-size paper cassette. In addition, both the B-310N and B-510DN provide
networkability, fast print speeds and high yield ink cartridges. They also offer hassle-free operation and
maintenance to help users get back to the business of producing printed color documents that help
enhance productivity and communication.
About the Epson B-310N
The Epson B-310N is the economical color network printer to own and operate offering speeds of 19 black/18
color ISO pages per minute1 and ink costs as low as 6¢ per color page2 (based on cartridge MSRP divided
by ISO page yield). Other key features include:
· High-capacity paper cassette to boost productivity by holding up to 500 letter-size sheets (legal-size
paper cassette optional)
· Four individual, high-yield ink cartridges which allow about 3,000 pages (black) and 3,500 pages
(color) to be printed before replacement (ISO page yield)2
· Versatile rear sheet feeder to support specialty media like envelopes, sheet labels, and Epson
Premium Presentation Paper Matte
· Monthly duty cycle of 10,000 pages (2,000 recommended) to support busy workgroups3
· Easy maintenance with intelligent nozzle verification system which checks and cleans the print head
on a regular basis to ensure premium print quality
· ENERGY STAR® qualified
· MSRP: $399
About the Epson B-510DN
The Epson B-510DN delivers high operational cost savings with ink costs as low as 4¢ per color page2, when
using the highest capacity ink cartridges available for the printer (based on cartridge MSRP divided by ISO
page yield). Other key features include:
· High print productivity with speeds of 19 black/18 color ISO ppm 1
· Easy to replace, high yield ink cartridges to reduce downtime and increase productivity
· Highest yield ink cartridges which print about 8,000 pages (black) and 7,000 pages (color)
before replacement2
· High-capacity front loading paper cassette to facilitate high volume printing by holding up to 500 letter
or legal-size sheets
· Paper saving built-in duplexer for double-sided printing to help stretch budgets
· Versatile rear sheet feeder for specialty media such as labels, envelopes and Epson Premium
Presentation Paper Matte
· High color print productivity with monthly duty cycle of 20,000 pages (4,000 pages recommended)3
· Easy maintenance with intelligent nozzle verification system which checks and cleans the print head on
a regular basis to ensure premium print quality
· ENERGY STAR® qualified
· MSRP: $599
Availability and Support
The Epson B-310N and B-510DN are currently available through distribution, direct market resellers, online
resellers, and Epson’s retail site www.epsonstore.com. Epson business color ink jet printers come with a
one-year limited warranty.
Note: Specifications subject to change. Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other
products and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson
disclaims any and all rights in these marks.
1 ISO ppm is based on the new print international standard for measuring print speed. Black and color print
speeds are determined in default, single-sided mode, in accordance with ISO/IEC 24734. Actual print
times will vary based on system configuration, software, and page complexity.
2 Cost per page is the combined cost of black and three colors, derived from the ink cartridge MSRP divided
by cartridge yield. Cartridge yields are based on continuous printing of a suite of five black and color pages
as required by ISO/IEC 24712. Actual yields will vary considerably for reasons including images printed, print
settings, temperature and humidity. Yields may be lower when printing infrequently or predominantly with one
ink color. A variable amount of ink remains in the cartridges after the “Replace cartridge” signal. Part of the ink
from the first cartridges is used for priming the printer. Ink is used for both printing and print head maintenance.
All inks are used for both black and color printing. Both the B-510DN and B-310N ship with standard-capacity
ink cartridges. For more information about yields, see www.epson.com/cartridgeinfo
3 Monthly duty cycle is the highest duty a user could expect in a month, based on near-constant operation
of a device of this kind. It is not recommended that the device be run at this duty. For best device
performance, run the device at the recommended duty.
Epson America Introduces Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 Printers
Epson America Introduces Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 Printers, Partners with Ricoh Americas
Corporation in Exclusive Agreement
Epson America, Inc. is introducing a new line of Epson Stylus® Pro printers that will further expand the
company’s industry-leading printing technology to a new and broader range of professional imaging
markets. The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 printers are specially engineered to exceed the
expectations of CAD, GIS mapping, and corporate graphics professionals for applications such as
high-resolution architectural plans, highly-precise engineering drawings, extremely detailed photographic GIS
mapping, brilliant indoor signage, and more.
Epson America is also announcing it has joined forces with Ricoh Americas Corporation to sell these printers
exclusively in North America. The combination of Epson’s latest advancements in commercial printing
technology with Ricoh’s outstanding reputation and expertise in these markets will enable both companies
to elevate the overall quality and range of product offerings in these markets that will be beneficial to
customers in more ways than ever before.
“The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 offer unprecedented accuracy, speed, precision, and extreme quality
that has never been available to the CAD, GIS and corporate graphics markets,” said Reed Hecht, product
manager, Epson America. “The advancements our engineers have made with our technology in conjunction
with the exciting agreement we’ve entered with Ricoh Americas Corporation will really make this a win-win for
the industry and especially for ou customers.”
“This new line builds on the strength of Ricoh’s exceptional wide format LED products and will provide
choices that support a variety of customers,” said Michael Hunter, director, product marketing, Ricoh
Americas Corporation. “We value the high quality of Epson products and believe by adding these
printers to our product portfolio, we are providing solutions that exceed what is currently available on
the market.”
The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 (24-inch) and Epson Stylus Pro 9700 (44-inch) incorporate the company’s latest
achievements in high-performance ink jet printing. The extreme precision, speed and image quality achieved
by MicroPiezo® TFP™ print heads and the benefits of Epson UltraChrome® Vivid Magenta Inks position these
printers to deliver a level of printing technology unprecedented within the engineering scientific and display
signage markets.
Epson’s advanced MicroPiezo TFP print head is capable of producing extremely precise text and line-art,
along with brilliant photographic quality prints, at speeds almost twice as fast as the previous generation.
This advanced print head combined with a four-color Epson UltraChrome Vivid Magenta pigment-based
ink with dual black technology produces prints with brilliant color, accuracy, and true archival capability.
Line-art precision and overall image quality and color accuracy are further elevated through the
advancements of AccuPhoto™ HD screening technology.
The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 are currently available at a suggested retail price of $2,995 and
$4,995, respectively.
Epson Continues to Expand Its Growth in Package Proofing Markets
with Two New Media Types: Carolina Cover and Tango Blanks
Epson America today announced it’s shipping two new proofing and prototyping media for package design
applications, further expanding the company’s line of professional media. Epson’s new Carolina Cover and
Tango Blanks are thick 18 point boards developed with the same exacting standards as that of all Epson
Professional Proofing Media and allow graphic artists and commercial printers to instantly produce prototypes
and mock-ups on a thick folding carton substrate that mirror the look, weight, feel, and performance of a
finished package.
“Both of these papers are outstanding products for package designers, agencies, and other professionals that
create true-to-life package mock-ups for their clients,” said Jeff Smith, product manager, professional imaging
products, Epson America. “Both media types are also highly durable and perform extremely well in proofing
applications that require folding, scoring, die cutting, embossing, laminating, and more.”
All sizes of this media are currently available through authorized Epson resellers.
Epson Tango Blanks C1S 18 Point:
Now available in 17”x24” and 24”x36” (50 sheets each)
Custom sizes possible
Semimatte Finish
18 pt. Thickness
99.8 percent Opacity
84 ISO Brightness
L*a*b* of 95, 0, 2
Epson Carolina Cover Boards C1S 18 Point:
Now available in 17”x24” and 24”x36” (50 sheets each)
Custom sizes possible
Semimatte Finish
18 pt. Thickness
99.8 percent Opacity
85 ISO Brightness
L*a*b* of 95, 0, 0
Epson Adds Autoprinter to its Suite of Disc Publishing Solutions
High Quality, Ultra Reliable, High Speed Disc Printing
Today Epson, a leading manufacturer of advanced inkjet printing, precision imaging and robotics technology,
announced the availability of the Discproducer Autoprinter, the newest model in a growing family of disc
publishing solutions for creating professional quality discs. The Discproducer Autoprinter is ideal for
high-quality disc printing in many verticals, such as healthcare, video and audio pre and post production,
photography, education, houses of worship, kiosks and any organization requiring disc publishing. With its
exceptional print quality and a low total cost of ownership, along with fast print speeds and exceptional
reliability, Epson’s Discproducer Autoprinter is an affordable option for duplicators, service bureaus and
other organizations looking to pre-print discs prior to duplication.
“Our Discproducer products are expertly engineered with Epson’s industry-leading inkjet technology and
robotics,” said Mike Helm, Director of Sales and Marketing, Epson System Device Group. “Organizations
already doing disc publishing will save a considerable amount of time, while achieving professional results
with this product.”
Discproducer Autoprinter Features
Epson’s easy-to-use Discproducer Autoprinter is the ideal solution for rapid printing of high-quality discs prior
to duplication. With a 100-disc capacity, and a rugged, compact design that includes a dust-proof case, the
Discproducer Autoprinter delivers best-in-class printing with exceptional reliability. The Autoprinter also utilizes
Epson’s patented AcuGrip™ robotic technology, which minimizes dual disc feeding. Discs are moved from
station to station to prevent damage from sliding. Discproducer Autoprinter also features a built-in, six color
inkjet printer that delivers industry-leading print quality. Developed with Epson’s patented MicroPiezo®
inkjet technology, the printer provides precise control of ink droplets shape and size, delivering labels with
superior color, text and vibrant graphics.
Other features include:
One set of high-capacity ink cartridges prints over 1,000 discs. Additionally, individual ink cartridges can be
replaced, making it easier to operate and providing a lower total cost of ownership than other autoprinters
in its class.
Batch mode allows user to print up to 100 discs at a time without reloading media. A maximum of 1,000
discs can be printed in a single job.
Three printer settings allow users to print full-coverage discs up to 95, 75 or 50 discs / hour, depending on
desired level of print quality and speed.
The Total Disc Maker software helps with label editing and production in one easy-to-use application.
Patented AcuGrip technology helps ensure that the robotic arm reliably grabs only one disc – ideal for
handling sticky media.
Epson recommends JVC Advanced Media-Watershield media for high-quality, smudge-proof and
water-resistant label printing.
Standard one-year limited warranty. Optional warranties available.
Epson Now Shipping Expanded Selection of its Signature Worthy
Papers to Professional Photographers and Fine Artists
Epson America is now shipping an expanded offering of Signature Worthy™ papers to professional
photographers and fine artists. This expanded collection includes new Epson Hot Press and Cold Press Papers
and Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper, all of which are optimized for use with award-winning Epson Stylus Pro
printers.
Offering advanced capabilities, these media types are poised to redefine fine art markets in unique ways.
Epson Signature Worthy papers enable photographers to achieve images with richer blacks, wider color
gamuts and smoother tonal transitions that define the ultimate expression in print making.
“Epson fine art papers were inspired by the hand craftsmanship of artisans who developed the first watercolor
papers and were vigorously tested to ensure prints have the highest print quality with consistency from roll to
roll and sheet to sheet,” said Jeff Smith, product manager, professional imaging, Epson America. “In
combination with Epson professional printers, these Signature Worthy papers give professional photographers
and artists exciting new substrates that enable them to realize their creative vision.”
Optimized for use with Epson Stylus Pro Printers and inks, including new Epson UltraChrome® HDR ink
technology (found in the Epson Stylus® Pro 7900 and 9900), the new Signature Worthy Hot Press and Cold
Press Papers yield richer blacks, smoother tonal transitions and an expanded color gamut to produce the
most advanced fine art prints. The Hot Press papers offer a smooth surface and Cold Press papers feature
a textured surface. In addition, Hot Press and Cold Press Bright offer a bright white point, while the Hot
Press and Cold Press Natural offer a warm white point.
Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper and Signature Worthy Hot Press and Cold Press fine art cut sheet papers are
now available through authorized Epson Professional Imaging resellers.
Epson Introduces World’s First Aqueous-Based White Ink Proofing Technology
Epson Introduces World’s First Aqueous-Based White Ink Proofing Technology for Packaging Designers
and Flexographic and Gravure Printers
Epson America Inc. is announcing an all-new contract-quality proofing system that is designed to dramatically
improve how package designers and flexographic and gravure printing professionals produce packaging
mock-ups and proofs. The Epson Stylus® Pro WT7900 takes advantage of the world’s first aqueous-based
white ink printing technology and Epson’s latest achievements in high-resolution ink jet technology. Together,
these advancements produce a new way of printing with the color white on a broad range of substrates
including ink jet coated transparent and metallic films.
“For years, proofing products in this market have been very expensive for customers to purchase, maintain
and operate,” said Mark Radogna, group product manager, Epson America. “When a white ink is required in
the printing process, the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 represents an exciting new way for proofing and
prototyping both flexographic and gravure printing products.”
Designed specifically for proofing flexographic and gravure print jobs that require the color white, the Epson
Stylus Pro WT7900 incorporates Epson’s latest achievements in high-resolution ink jet technology – including
the breakthrough Epson UltraChrome® HDR White Ink. Epson UltraChrome HDR White Ink introduces an
all-new Organic Hollow Resin Particle Technology, which forces light to randomly scatter, producing the
illusion of seeing the color white.
This innovative approach to producing the color white results in an extremely high white ink density, as well
as the ability for custom white color toning. It also provides professional short-term color stability for
mission-critical color proofing on a range of new substrates including ink jet coated transparent and metallic
films. Unlike traditional white ink chemistry, Epson UltraChrome HDR White Ink is a safer, water-based resin
particle that is void of any known carcinogens.
Capable of printing directly on both ink jet coated clear and metallic films, in roll or cut sheet, up to 24 inches
wide, the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 can proof virtually any size print job thrown at it. Whether creating contract
proofs of various packaging products requiring a clear or metallic base, or producing color accurate packaging
mock-ups or prototypes, the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 can easily proof the most difficult flexographic and
gravure print jobs.
In addition, Epson America worked closely with CGS, EFI, GMG, Esko Artwork, and Kodak to ensure their
RIP and workflow software takes full advantage of the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 technology.
The Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 will be available through authorized Epson resellers in February 2010 for an
estimated price of $8,495.
Epson Expands Its Award-Winning Large Format Printer Lineup with
New 17-Inch Epson Stylus Pro 3880
Compact 17-Inch Printer Delivers Unparalleled Print Quality and Performance with Epson UltraChrome K3
with Vivid Magenta Ink and New AccuPhoto HD2 Image Technology
Epson America today introduced its most sophisticated 17-inch printer to date – the Epson Stylus® Pro 3880.
Replacing its popular predecessor, the Epson Stylus Pro 3800, the compact printer features Epson
UltraChrome K3® with Vivid Magenta ink technology and an advanced MicroPiezo® AMC™ print head to
produce gallery quality color and black-and-white output up to 17” x 22”. Its innovative pigment ink set
delivers an extremely wide color gamut with more dramatic blues and violets, while all-new AccuPhoto™
HD2 image technology provides smoother color transitions and better highlight and shadow detail.
“We continue to push the boundaries of professional printing with each new addition to Epson’s line of large
format ink jet printers,” said Richard Day, product manager, Epson America. “The new Stylus Pro 3880 is no
exception, enabling professionals to easily integrate a reliable, high-performing solution into their workflow. It
brings together a host of technologies to provide photographers and graphic artists alike a powerful solution
in one of the most compact sizes available.”
About the Epson Stylus Pro 3880
Designed to provide unparalleled print quality, performance, and professional media support, the Epson Stylus
Pro 3880 features several innovative technologies and enhancements, including:
- UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta Ink: Professional eight-color ink set with new Vivid Magenta and
Vivid Light Magenta provides more intense blues and violets for an expanded color gamut. Built on Epson’s
heritage of professional ink technology, this pigment ink set offers instant color stability and exceptional print
permanence ratings for color and black-and-white prints.
- AccuPhoto HD2 Image Technology: Created in collaboration with the Rochester Institute of Technology’s
Munsell Color Science Laboratory, this complex mathematical architecture and advanced screening technology
ensures precision placement of each individual ink droplet for smooth, grain-free images. This advanced
technology optimizes ink usage to maximize the color gamut and provide smooth color transitions and
gradations, and reduction of the metameric index makes it possible to achieve consistent color under
different lighting conditions.
- MicroPiezo AMC Print Head: The eight-channel, high-precision print head produces a maximum resolution
of 2880 x 1440 dpi and variable-sized droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters and places them with precision and
accuracy. For decreased maintenance and increased reliability, the print head also incorporates an ink
repellent coating.
- Advanced Black and White Photo Mode: Exclusive Epson screening provides intuitive and consistent
control for stunning neutral or toned black-and-white prints. Professionals can choose from one of four
pre-set modes – neutral, warm, cool, or sepia – and use custom slider bars and a color tone wheel for
advanced control. In addition, customized settings can be saved and recalled to achieve consistent prints.
- Wide-Format Prints in Compact Design: Epson’s expertise in microminiaturization and professional printing
technology allows this compact, professional printer to optimize working space while producing exhibition
quality prints up to 17” x 22”.
- Auto-switching Black Inks: The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 automatically switches between Photo and Matte
black inks to produce the deepest blacks and richest color on glossy, matte or fine art media.
- Professional Cut-Sheet Media Handling: This printer provides broad media support with BorderFree™
cut-sheet media handling from 4”x6” to 17” x 22”. The high-capacity paper feeder is designed for
photographic weight papers, while the top-loading single-sheet feeder is optimized for fine art media. Also,
the front loading straight-through path accommodates art board up to 1.5 mm thick.
- Intelligent High-Capacity Ink System: Nine individual 80 ml ink cartridges with pressurized ink technology
ensures reliable ink delivery at all print speeds.
- Epson PreciseColor™ Manufacturing: This rigorous process evaluates and adjusts each printer’s
performance at the manufacturing stage to ensure consistent color output, eliminating the need for
internal calibration devices.
For additional proofing and graphic needs, the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 is also available in a Graphic Arts
Edition featuring a PANTONE®-licensed ColorBurst® Raster Image Processor and powerful print manager
interface. This model delivers reliable color accuracy and advanced workflow control with built-in PANTONE
colors featuring coated and uncoated libraries for versatile spot-color matching, and integrated ICC profiles for
RGB, CMYK and grayscale images ensure complete color control.
Pricing, Availability and Support
The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Standard Edition and Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Graphic Arts Edition (includes
ColorBurst RIP) will be available in October 2009 through authorized resellers for $1,295 and $1,495 (MSRP)
respectively. The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 is supported by a standard Epson PreferredSM Limited Warranty,
a one-year program that includes toll-free advanced telephone access Monday through Friday and usually
next-business-day service in the unlikely event of any hardware failure. Optional Epson Preferred Plus
Service Plans are also available, offering one or two additional years of protection. For more information on
the Epson Stylus Pro 3880, visit proimaging.epson.com.
Epson America and EFI Collaborate to Redefine the Proofing Industry
with New Epson Stylus Pro 900 Series Proofing Editions
Epson America, Inc. and EFI have joined forces to create what both companies expect will be the most
advanced and complete proofing solution on the market to date. The new Epson Stylus® Pro 900 Series
Proofing Editions combine the unique proofing advantages that come with the Epson Stylus Pro 7900 or
9900 wide format ink jet printers, along with EFI’s most robust proofing RIP workflow to date, EFI
Colorproof™ XF v4.0 for Epson. The end result is a unique and complete solution designed to redefine
what’s possible for virtually all contract-proofing applications.
“Epson is committed to being the world’s leading manufacturer and provider of proofing solutions,” said Mark
Radogna, group product manager, Epson America, Inc. “This commitment means striving to deliver the best
hardware, ink, software, and media on the market, finding new ways to keep advancing those technologies,
and taking the kind of confident steps as a company that will keep the industry moving forward. Working
with EFI on this ground-breaking proofing solution is a great example of that philosophy in action and
we’re very confident this collaborative effort will pay off for our customers in many new and exciting ways.”
Epson worked closely with EFI to develop the workflow software (RIP) for the Epson Proofing Edition Series.
EFI Colorproof XF v4.0 RIP for Epson takes advantage of the latest Adobe® PostScript® 3 and Adobe Print
Engine 2.0 technologies and processes files to ensure consistent and accurate proofs for all types of color
print work – commercial or flexographic. And with complete support of Epson’s optional SpectroProofer™,
virtually any color management process is completely automated, reducing complex labor costs significantly.
“This collaboration between us and Epson combines the best of both companies to provide a powerful
proofing workflow solution for both commercial and flexographic proofing applications,” said Marc Olin,
senior vice president and general manager, EFI Advanced Professional Print Software. “Never before has
such an innovative proofing solution been brought to market at such a great price point.”
The Epson Proofing Edition Series comes with virtually everything needed to begin making contract-quality
proofs right out of the box. The solution includes an Epson Stylus Pro 7900 (24-inch) or 9900 (44-inch) wide
format ink jet printer, a complete set of Epson UltraChrome® HDR ink cartridges, and a full 24-inch roll of
Epson Standard Proofing Paper 240. Furthermore, it comes with EFI Colorproof XF 4.0 for Epson (software-
based RIP) with pre-installed profiles for Epson's entire line of Professional Proofing Papers.
Availability, Service and Support
The Epson Proofing Edition Stylus Pro 7900 and 9900 are now available through authorized resellers for
$7,995 and $9,995 (MSRP) respectively. They are supported by a standard Epson PreferredSM Limited
Warranty, a one-year program that includes toll-free advanced telephone access Monday through Friday
and usually next-business-day on-site service in the unlikely event of any hardware failure. Optional Epson
Preferred Plus Service Plans are also available, offering one or two additional years of protection. The
optional SpectroProofer is also available through authorized resellers for $1,495 and $2,495 (MSRP)
respectively.
New Templates Created to Help Small Business Owners Succeed While Saving Their Hard-Earned Money
LONG BEACH, Calif. – March 2, 2009 – Epson understands that the current economy may be affecting small
business owners and today announced new suites of free, downloadable business templates that include
business cards, brochures, business envelopes, CD/DVD labels, fliers, letterhead and other design and
color-coordinated materials found at Epson CreativeZoneSM (EpsonCreativeZone.com, click on
"Business" projects along right edge of Home Page).
“In light of today’s economy and tight business budgets, small business owners need to get creative and
search online for free resources that help their marketing,” said Denise Shiffman, business consultant and
author of The Age of Engage: Reinventing Marketing for Today's Connected, Collaborative, and
Hyperinteractive Culture. “You don’t need a big budget to make an impact, but you do need high quality,
high value materials like the business card, brochure, letterhead and other templates you’ll find free on the
Epson CreativeZone.”
Epson, a leading provider of digital output products, recognizes the need for small businesses to bolster
image quality while keeping the bottom line in mind. With that understanding, Epson developed marketing
material templates to work specifically with the Epson WorkForce™ line of printers and all-in-ones that are
designed for small business owners:
· The WorkForce 500 ($129.99*) and 600 ($199.99*) 5-in-1 solutions deliver blazingly fast document
printing, copying, scanning, and faxing. The WorkForce 600 prints twice as fast as competitors in black
laser quality[i] via a built-in Wi-Fi or wired network connection. It also offers a 2.5” tilt LCD screen and a built-in
30-page automatic document feeder (ADF) to quickly copy and scan, as well as fax black and color documents.
· The WorkForce 30 ($69.99*) and 40 ($129.99*) are compact, single function printers designed for
businesses that need increased productivity for high volume printing, with speeds also up to twice as fast
as competitive models1. Both offer sharp laser-quality black text at up to 27 ppm in default mode[ii]. In
addition, the WorkForce 40 produces laser-quality color text at up to 19 ppm in default mode2 and offers
built-in Wi-Fi and wired networking to share and print files from virtually anywhere in the office.
Epson Unveils Sheetfed Scanners Designed to Simplify
Production-Level Document Scanning
Epson WorkForce Pro GT-S50 and GT-S80 Scanners Offer Superior Performance and Ease-of-Use for a Cost
Effective Increase in Productivity
LONG BEACH, Calif. – Nov. 18, 2008 – Epson today announced its entry into the sheetfed scanner market with
the introduction of the Epson WorkForce™ Pro GT-S50 and WorkForce Pro GT-S80, the latest additions to the
WorkForce scanner line. With the ability to scan everything from business cards to rigid ID cards to documents
up to 8.5” x 36” at blazing fast speeds, these scanners offer a convenient and affordable solution for managing
document scanning in office, workgroup and departmental environments.
Featuring a dual color CCD for fast two-sided duplex scanning, automatic paper size detection, mercury free
ReadyScan™ LED technology for fast scans with no warm-up time, and versatile job customization features for
increasing office productivity while maintaining ease of use, the WorkForce Pro GT-S50 and WorkForce Pro
GT-S80 demonstrate Epson’s commitment to the scanning industry.
“Epson is excited about this introduction into the sheetfed scanner market and is confident that its dedication to
imaging excellence will be reinforced as innovative products are continually developed to meet business demands,”
said Mitch Kadish, senior product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America Inc. “The WorkForce Pro GT-S50
offers an amazing value with its remarkable reliability, powerful performance and easy-to-use features, while the
WorkForce Pro GT-S80 provides businesses with a highly reliable scanning solution for mission-critical applications.”
The WorkForce Pro GT-S80 is a versatile, workgroup or departmental sheetfed scanner designed to increase
productivity while scanning important documents. Offering scan speeds of 40 ppm (pages per minute) and 80
ipm[1] (images per minute), a 75-page feeder and a high duty cycle of 1,800 sheets per day, this scanner
provides a quick and efficient solution for any workgroup or department. The WorkForce Pro GT-S50 offers
scan speeds of 25 ppm and 50 ipm, along with 75-page feeder and a duty cycle of up to 1,200 sheets per day,
making it an ideal scanner to tackle any task in a busy office environment.
With the ability to easily scan both sides of a sheet in just one pass – in color, grayscale or bi-tonal, these
scanners have made it easier than ever to electronically capture important documents, comply with
government mandates, improve business processes and customer service. Both scanners provide a host of
innovative functions including automatic de-skewing and automatic background color removal. In addition, the
WorkForce Pro GT-S80 includes ultrasonic double-feed detection that will greatly improve throughput and
productivity. The scanners also offer Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity to any PC, and are compatible with
Windows® and Macintosh®. Additional features include:
One-Touch Scanning – Displays ten user-definable jobs on a two-line x 16 character LCD panel with a
one-touch button interface including scan-to-PDF
ReadyScan LED technology – Eliminates warm-up time and automatically turns off in standby mode, consuming
less power while offering greater productivity and fast scan speeds
Media Flexibility – Offers robust paper handling capabilities, ranging from letter, legal, A4, A5, A6, B5, B6,
and business card to custom sizes
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) Software – Converts scanned documents to editable text
Document Management Software – Includes TWAIN and EMC ISIS drivers plus PDF, OCR,
document management and business card management software; Kofax certified Consumables for the
WorkForce Pro Scanner Line
In order to better maintain the WorkForce Pro GT-S50 and WorkForce Pro GT-S80, Epson offers a roller
assembly kit for replacing the feed rollers, which maintains scanner reliability and performance, as well as
carrier sheets to prevent damage when scanning fragile documents. The roller assembly kit and carrier sheets
are available for $49.99 and $29.99 (estimated street prices), respectively.
Availability and Support
The Epson WorkForce Pro GT-S50 and WorkForce Pro GT-S80 will be available in December for $499.99
and $899.99 (estimated street price), respectively, through Epson authorized dealers, office super stores,
mail order, online resellers, distribution, and on the Epson Store Web site (www.epsonstore.com). The
scanners feature a one-year limited warranty, along with optional extended warranties, overnight exchange
programs, and depot repair.
DocZone.com and JustSystems Partner to Simplify DITA Implementations
XMetaL Seamlessly Integrates with New DocZone DITA™ SaaS CMS Platform; Epson America, Inc. Leverages
DITA with Ease
DITA Europe Conference 2008 — MUNICH — November 17, 2008 — DocZone.com and JustSystems today
announced a new partnership in which the companies will work together to enable businesses to leverage
the value of the Darwin Information Typing Architecture (DITA) standard. DITA allows content creators to
efficiently create, collaborate, and reuse information that can be repurposed into the languages and formats
customers demand, and Epson America, Inc., a manufacturer of printers, 3LCD projectors and small- and
medium-sized LCDs, is an example of a customer already reaping the benefits of this powerful new collaborative
DITA solution. The announcement was made at the DITA Europe Conference 2008 being held November
17th and 18th at the Holiday Inn Munich in Germany.
Under the terms of the partnership agreement, DocZone.com is an authorized worldwide reseller of
JustSystems' industry-leading DITA authoring tool, XMetaL Author Enterprise. The new DocZone DITA
Platform, also announced today (see www.doczone.com for more information), is a hosted content
management solution that uses XMetaL as its default DITA authoring tool.
“The powerful combination of DocZone DITA and JustSystems’ XMetaL was just what we were looking for
to streamline our content reuse practices,” said Burt Courtier, manager of documentation/software integration
at Epson America, Inc. “With a wide customer base and a large volume of products, it is critical that our
product documentation gets updated in real-time.”
Dan Dube, CEO of DocZone.com, commented, “We are very happy to announce this new partnership with
JustSystems. We have long admired their leadership role in the DITA authoring tool arena, and we feel that
XMetaL is the perfect complement to our new DocZone DITA hosted CMS solution.”
“Our relationship with partners like DocZone.com is critical to our success,” notes Aaron Deitcher, vice
president of North America and EMEA for JustSystems. “The DocZone.com and JustSystems integration
allows us to create new, valuable offerings for our mutual customers, such as Epson America.”
To promote the new partnership, DocZone.com is offering “3 months free” of DocZone DITA for each XMetaL
authoring license purchased directly from DocZone.com. In addition, DocZone and JustSystems will be offering
a webinar on December 9th at 1:00 p.m. EST called “Hosted DITA Content Management: The Right Solution
in a Tough Economy?” During the webinar, attendees will learn how to implement a DITA content management
system (CMS) using an affordable “Software as a Service (SaaS)” model, which offers a hosted DITA component
content management environment on a subscription basis.
Epson America's New MyEpsonPrinter.com Web Site Gives Epson
Stylus Pro Owners a Powerful Online Business Management Tool
myEpsonPrinter.com now available in public beta through March 2009
LONG BEACH, Calif., Sept. 16, 2008 – Epson America, Inc. today announced myEpsonPrinter.com, a unique
online resource designed specifically for businesses that use Epson Stylus Pro x880 series or the Stylus Pro
GS6000 printer. myEpsonPrinter.com is a secure Web site that enables printer owners to optimize their
investment in Epson printing technology by automatically tracking consumable usage, print job information,
detailed hardware information and much more.
“myEpsonPrinter.com allows our customers to securely automate and track their entire line of Epson Stylus
Pro printers in one simple Web site,” said Reed Hecht, product manager, professional imaging, Epson
America. “The days of trying to manually track printing expenses are over. myEpsonPrinter.com will allow
print shops to use its secure portal to better understand and control overall printing expenses. We’re
confident that the feedback we receive from customers who try this beta Web site will be invaluable in
helping us deliver the best possible service.”
Already built directly into each Epson Stylus Pro x880 series printer and the Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 is the
technology needed to communicate with myEpsonPrinter.com. By utilizing myEpsonPrinter.com, customers can:
Automatically track consumables usage per printer, regardless of location
Access real-time cost-per-print estimates and print job run information
Create various custom reports using actual print job information
Access technical support information, including printer firmware and driver
Receive real-time updates on warranty information
Remotely monitor printer(s) for superior fleet-wide printer management
Estimate how much a production print, mockup or proof costs to create
While in public beta, myEpsonPrinter.com is a free service available to all owners of the listed Epson Stylus
Pro series printers and serves as a central resource for managing single or multiple Epson Stylus Pro series
printers. Owners can manage a printer individually or group printers together by location to manage Epson
Stylus Pro printers virtually anywhere in the world.
“myEpsonPrinter.com is the next step in my business’ evolution,” said Kelly Coats, SkinzWraps, Inc. “With
myEpsonPrinter.com, I can look at job costing, job reporting, ink usage and how long it takes to make a
print – which is essential in calculating how much money I’m going to make on each job.”
myEpsonPrinter.com is available with the Epson Stylus Pro 4880, 7880, 9880, 11880 and GS6000. For
more information about MyEpsonPrinter.com or the Epson Stylus Pro series, visit www.myEpsonPrinter.com.
Epson Introduces Desktop Disc Publisher For CD AND DVD Duplication
Long Beach, CA, October 17, 2007 - Epson, a leading manufacturer of advanced inkjet printing, precision
imaging and robotics technology, today announced the release of Discproducer, a compact, integrated
desktop disc duplication solution designed for businesses that need to create professional quality CDs or DVDs
on demand.
Discproducer enables the creation of individualized disc content, label content or both, at quantities of one to
one-hundred discs per job. Using Discproducer, educators, disc publishing service bureaus and professional
photographers can burn and print up to 100 copies of the same disc or unique discs, making it an ideal and
flexible solution for low-volume disc publishing where high quality customized labeling is required.
Equipped with Epson’s patented AcuGrip robotic technology, Discproducer’s robotic arm greatly minimizes the
double-disc feeding problem, and moves discs from station to station to prevent damage from sliding media.
Discproducer also features a built-in, six color inkjet printer that delivers industry-leading print quality. Developed
with Epson’s patented MicroPiezo® inkjet technology, the printer provides precise control of ink droplets and
size, delivering labels with superior color, text and vibrant graphics. One set of Discproducer’s ink cartridges
can create over 1,000 discs, making it easier to operate than other disc publishers in its class. In addition, each
cartridge includes a low-ink sensor and LED to ensure that operators have adequate ink to complete a full run.
"Businesses that need to produce custom promotional, educational or archival materials on CDs and DVDs
gain an economical solution with Discproducer," said Bud Weist, vice president of sales and marketing, Epson
System Device Group. "Discproducer was developed for high-quality performance in a desktop environment.
Other desktop disc publishing solutions can’t deliver the same combination of features, superior print quality and
overall reliability."
The Epson Discproducer benefits businesses such as duplication service bureaus that want to profit from
serving the growing media production market; educators that need to duplicate course materials for students
and faculty; and photographers who duplicate individual photo discs for clients.
Product Features
- Total Disc Maker software enables data formatting, label editing and control of the production process in one
easy-to-use application.
- Discproducer’s AcuGrip mechanism helps ensure that the robotic arm reliably grabs only one CD or DVD
disc - even if media is stuck together.
- Discproducer generates up to 30 CDs or up to 13 DVDs per hour, speeding jobs to completion.
- Epson specifies Taiyo-Yuden Watershield media for high-quality, smudge-proof and water-resistant label printing.
- One-year limited warranty.
Availability
The Epson Discproducer will be available in the first quarter of 2008 through Epson’s designated sales and
distribution channels.
New Epson Stylus Pro 3800 Ink Jet Printer Sets New Standards For
Excellence
Long Beach, Calif. - Sept. 25, 2006 - Epson, the overwhelming brand of choice among professional photographers,
continues to advance the possibilities of professional imaging with the introduction of the Epson StylusR Pro 3800.
Incorporating a compact, 17-inch wide printer design, a new breakthrough screening algorithm and award-winning
Epson UltraChrome K3 InkT technology, this printer delivers print quality and longevity unsurpassed by any other
inkjet printer. For added productivity, a new auto-sharing black ink technology allows for automatic switching
between photo and matte black ink modes to maximize image quality on a wide variety of media types. Available
for $1,295 (estimated street price), this sleek and sophisticated printer is engineered to mark another turning point
in the history of printing technology for professional photography, graphic design and prepress proofing.
"Throughout my career I've constantly pushed the limits of technology in an attempt to reproduce the bold
colors that define my work," said Pete Turner, master colorist and photographer whose photographs have
appeared on hundreds of ads, magazines, record album covers, and are in the permanent collections of world-
class museums. "Epson's new Stylus Pro 3800 represents an amazing breakthrough for creative professionals,
providing unprecedented control over the entire printing process without any compromises. Combined with Epson's
UltraChrome K3 pigment based ink, my prints have a sense of color and liquidity that I have never been able to
get with any previous inkjet printing process."
More About the Epson Stylus Pro 3800
Designed to exceed all expectations in the area of photographic image quality, the Epson Stylus Pro 3800
incorporates several new technologies and performance advancements for the most discerning professionals,
which include:
* New Auto-Sharing Black Ink Technology: Breakthrough print head allows the printer to automatically switch
between photo and matte black inks, providing virtually seamless transition times and greater conservation of
black inks.
* Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink Technology: Using only eight individual cartridges at a time, Epson UltraChrome
K3 inks incorporate high-density color pigments that produce the highest overall color gamut and fidelity among
virtually any pigment-based inkjet printer in the industry. A high-gloss Microcrystal EncapsulationT resin
chemistry is also used to create prints with greater scratch resistance and reduced gloss differential.
* Three-Level Black Ink System: In addition to cyan, magenta, yellow, light cyan, and light magenta, Epson
UltraChrome K3 features a unique three-level black ink system that simultaneously uses black, light black and
light-light black inks to produce professional quality black-and-white prints that rival traditional silver halide. This
technology is designed to create professional neutral and toned black and white prints without color crossover,
metamerism or bronzing.
* New Screening Technology: Debuting a mathematical breakthrough from Epson, the printer features an entirely
new, radical screening algorithm that consistently places droplets precisely, producing smoother tonal transitions
and greater detail from highlights to shadows.
* High-Performance Engine Speeds: The extreme precision of the Epson Stylus Pro print engine delivers a
16"x 20" photo lab-quality print (using 1,440 x 720 dpi - High Speed mode) in as fast as five minutes, 32 seconds -
more than 20 percent faster than the Epson Stylus Pro 4800.
* High-Precision Print Head Technology: The high-performance one-inch wide, eight-channel print head can
achieve resolution levels up to 2880 x 1440 dpi with variable-sized ink droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters.
* Flexible Media Handling: Accommodating a variety of media in cut-sheet form between 4"x6" and 17"x22",
including BorderFreeR printing up to 16"x20", the printer offers three different ways to load media - a high-capacity
paper tray (120 sheets), top-loading manual tray optimized for fine art media and a front-loading, straight-through
path capable of handling media up to 1.5 mm thick.
* Print Longevity: Prints created with the Epson Stylus Pro 3800 are predicted to resist fading up to 108 years
for color prints and more than 200 years for black and white prints on specific Epson papers.
* New Sleek and Compact Design: Weighing in at only 43 pounds, the Epson Stylus Pro 3800 features a new
compact design and narrow depth. Compared to the Epson Stylus Pro 4800, the dimensions and weight are
reduced by 30 and 51 percent, respectively.
* Connectivity Flexibility: For added versatility, the Epson Stylus Pro 3800 ships standard with 10/100 BaseT
Ethernet and USB 2.0 connectivity.
Since its introduction, Epson UltraChrome K3 ink technology has produced some of the world's most renowned
images from some of the most recognized photographers in the industry. Utilizing advanced new technologies
along with Epson UltraChrome K3, the Epson Stylus Pro 3800 is a new benchmark in the world of professional
photography. Underscoring Epson's ongoing commitment to the creative community, the printer comprises new
features, design and performance to best meet the needs of today's most discerning professionals.
"It's amazing to think that the Epson Stylus Pro 3800 is not only engineered to produce some of the best-looking
photographic prints the world has ever seen but does so for a price that's less than $1,300," said Mark Radogna,
group product manager, Epson Professional Imaging. "Without a doubt, this printer is poised to make a profound
impact in the professional imaging community and it won't take long for creative professionals everywhere to
realize that this product represents their next must-have item."
New Professional Wide-Format Printers Use Color and Unique Three-
Level Black Ink System
LONG BEACH, Calif. - May 10, 2005 - Epson is once again advancing its printing technology into new territory
for professional photographers and graphic artists with the launch of the Epson Stylus Pro 4800, Epson Stylus
Pro 7800, Epson Stylus Pro 9800, and new Epson UltraChrome K3 ink technology. The combination of these
new printers and archival inks not only gives today's most demanding professionals the widest gamut of
archival color ink jet printing to date, but an almost infinite degree of black and white image control that rivals
all other forms of photographic printing.
All three printers introduce several new and advanced features and technologies, most notably Epson
UltraChrome K3 inks - a new archival technology that uses eight individual colors to create even better exhibit-
quality output on a wide selection of media. The Epson Stylus Pro 4800 replaces the award-winning Epson
Stylus Pro 4000 for printing images as wide as 17 inches, while the Epson Stylus Pro 7800 and Epson Stylus
Pro 9800 replace the Epson Stylus Pro 7600 and 9600 for printing up to 24 inches and 44 inches in width,
respectively.
"By combining the high-precision of a new Epson Stylus Pro print engine with the extraordinary performance
of Epson UltraChrome K3 ink technology, today's most discerning creative professionals have the tools to
express their true creative visions," said Mark Radogna, group product manager, professional graphics, Epson.
"Whether an artist's goal is to create the best exhibit-quality color prints possible or world-class black and white
photography, their only limitations will be talent and imagination."
New Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink Technology
Inspired by Epson's past generations of pigmented inks, Epson UltraChrome K3 uses higher density pigments
designed to increase image quality for both professional color and black and white prints. In addition to cyan,
magenta, yellow, light cyan and light magenta, Epson UltraChrome K3 features a unique three-level black ink
system that simultaneously uses black, light black and light-light black inks. This technology is designed to
create professional neutral and toned black and white prints without color crossover or color casts. It also
reduces the effects of metamerism or bronzing often associated with basic pigment chemistry. Furthermore,
Epson's proprietary driver and screening technology offer users a unique method for converting color digital
images into professional quality black and white prints.
Epson UltraChrome K3 also produces higher degrees of color fidelity and uses a new high-gloss Microcrystal
Encapsulation(tm) resin chemistry to create prints with greater scratch resistance and reduced gloss differential.
These prints are rated to resist fading up to 108 years for color prints and more than 200 years for black and
white prints on specific Epson papers.
The Epson Stylus Pro 4800, 7800 and 9800 offer users two unique ink modes - Photo Black and Matte Black -
that are designed to optimize the level of black ink density on different types of media. The Photo Black ink
mode can be selected to help maximize the deepness and richness of black tones on glossy/luster media
such as Epson's Premium Luster. The Matte Black mode uses a different black density to maximize the
deepness and richness of black tones on fine art surfaces such as Epson's Velvet Fine Art, Enhanced Matte
and UltraSmooth Fine Art.
New 8-Channel Print Head Technology
Epson's new high-performance, one-inch wide print head features 180 nozzles per channel and can achieve
resolution levels up to 2880 x 1440 dpi with variable-sized ink droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters. The Epson
Stylus Pro 4800 is also one of the fastest ink jet printers ever made by Epson, capable of printing a 16"x 20"
photo lab-quality print (using 1,440 x 720 dpi - HS mode) as fast as 6 minutes, 41 seconds. The Epson Stylus
Pro 7800 and 9800 offer print speeds approximately two times faster than their predecessors, the Epson Stylus
Pro 7600 and 9600. Photo lab-quality 24" x 30" prints can be printed as quickly as 14 minutes, 18 seconds,
and same-quality 44" x 60" prints can be printed in approximately 42 minutes, 30 seconds (all using 1,440 x
720 dpi - HS mode).
Epson has enhanced its manufacturing process to include colorimetric calibration. A technology called Epson
PreciseColor(tm) evaluates each printer's output during the manufacturing process and automatically fine tunes
each printer's settings to ensure consistent color output from one printer to the next.
Setup time is also greatly reduced by a built-in auto head alignment feature. This technology uses a built-in
white beam sensor that automatically scans printed alignment patterns created by the printer and then makes
automated adjustments if necessary. The same white beam sensor is also used to detect clogged nozzles
and automatically activate head cleaning cycles when/if necessary.
Professional Media Handling
The Epson Stylus Pro 4800 can handle virtually any type of media, either in rolls up to 17 inches wide or cut
sheets between 8" x 10" and 17" x 22". There are four ways to load media, which include an adjustable roll
feed for 2-inch and 3-inch cores, a high-capacity cut-sheet tray for up to 50 sheets of photographic media,
top manual feed, and straight-through front manual feed capable of handling up to 1.5-millimeter-thick poster
board. The Epson Stylus Pro 4800 also supports printing on both sides of the media without damaging the
previously printed side and has a built-in media cutter that automatically trims top and bottom edges of roll media
safely and accurately to produce full-bleed images on all four sides.
The Epson Stylus Pro 7800 and 9800 offer nearly all of the same advanced media handling capabilities as the
Epson Stylus Pro 4800, but in sizes up to 24 and 44 inches wide (respectively). Both cut-sheet and roll media
are loaded via the printers' straight-through media path. An optional automatic take-up reel system is also
available exclusively on the Epson Stylus Pro 9800 for unattended production of large print runs.
Intelligent High-Capacity Ink System and Print Job Information
Each of these new printers' ink cartridge channels/slots can handle either 110 ml or 220 ml cartridges (or a
combination of both sizes) that can even be replaced in the middle of a print job. Each cartridge uses Epson's
Intelligent High-Capacity Ink technology, a feature that stores a variety of information on a memory chip and
communicates the data to the printer whenever the power is turned on. Also, the printers use built-in memory
to track key print job statistics such as ink levels, ink usage, remaining media, print times, data file names, user
names, print dates and more.
Superior Connectivity and RIP Support
The Epson Stylus Pro 4800, 7800 and 9800 use Epson's professional-level photographic drivers for Macintosh
and Windows, allowing for complete density control even when the driver's color management feature is turned
off. Printer interfaces include one USB 2.0 port, one IEEE 1394 FireWire(tm) port and one expansion slot for
an optional 10/100 BaseT Ethernet card. All three printers are fully supported by most leading third-party RIPs.
EPSON AWARDED PRESTIGIOUS 2003 GATF INTERTECH
TECHNOLOGY AWARD
LONG BEACH, Calif. -- Sept. 29, 2003 - Epson America today announced that it's EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 and
9600 professional graphic printers with EPSON UltraChrome Inks and professional proofing media recently
received the prominent 2003 Graphic Arts Technical Foundation (GATF) InterTech Technology Award. Epson
was one of 13 recipients recognized by the InterTech judging committee for its technological innovation and
impact on the ink jet and remote proofing industry.
The award acknowledges Epson's SWOP-certified proofing system, a combination of professional graphic printers,
inks and output media for contract-level proofing that delivers precise proofs with a wide color gamut that closely
simulates colors produced on a printing press. Epson's winning combination of products provides consistent and
accurate industry standard proofs, saving customers considerable time and money compared to laborious analog
proofing solutions.
"We are honored to receive this year's award," said Robert Ozankan, product manager, professional graphics,
Epson. "The response we've received from the industry for these products over the past year and a half has
been extremely rewarding. We remain committed to providing the commercial printing and graphic arts
communities with an easy-to-implement proofing solution that provides the ideal combination of image quality,
print consistency, and stability.
About Epson's Award-Winning Proofing Solution
Epson's advanced Micro Piezo( DX3(tm) ASIC technology is the foundation for the Stylus Pro 7600 and 9600
proofing solutions. The innovative technology controls the printing process to produce consistent image quality
and color output from print to print, utilizing Epson's pigment-based UltraChrome Inks. Epson's seven-color
UltraChrome Inks offer a wide color gamut that matches the pigment inks used on the printing press more closely
than dye-based inks. Additionally, Epson's UltraChrome Inks are significantly more stable than dye-based inks
and dye sublimation technology over time. As a result, the inks produce better short- and long-term environmental
stability, enabling increased color accuracy and consistency for demanding proofing applications.
Also included in Epson's award-winning proofing system are the company's Premium SemiMatte and Commercial
proofing media that were specifically designed for proofing market applications with different base tints to more
accurately match papers used on a press.
