The move is aligned with Epson’s sustainability commitment and follows the phasing out of laser printers in Southeast Asia at the end of 2023
Epson, a global leader in professional printing, has announced the Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C400 and AM-C550 – a new line of energy-efficient and compact mid-range A4 printers that optimises office layouts without having to compromise on productivity.
In a recent survey conducted by Epson Southeast Asia with 1,500 office equipment decision-makers and end-users across Southeast Asia, half of the respondents (50%) indicated they would like to see more sustainable printers in the workplace, and nearly 3 in 5 indicated energy efficiency as the most important factor when considering sustainable printing. Additionally, 79% felt that compact-sized printers are important in their workplace printing requirements.
With fast print speeds of 40 and 55 pages per minute, even in duplex mode, these new models are the much-awaited A4 counterparts to the A3 models: Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C4000 and AM-C5000, introduced in early 2023, and are equipped with the same robust features and functionalities.
Space-Saving Design with High Productivity
The WorkForce AM Enterprise series realizes a C-shaped paper route path to deliver efficient and consistent high-speed printing. The compact AM-C400 and AM-C550 models can print up to 40 and 55 pages per minute in both simplex and duplex printing. With a minimum footprint of only 465mm x 570mm, the AM-C400 and AM-C550 are among the most space-saving models of their speed range in the market. With its compact footprint, the A4 AM series is ideal for small offices or busy customer-facing work environments such as reception desks.
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Take advantage of Epson Solutions Suite which provides a range of software, options, and services to conveniently improve document security, manage device fleets, reduce costs, and simplify workflow processes.
With software solutions across fleet management, print management and document management, the Epson Solution Suite is designed to address business needs and to integrate seamlessly into the workflow of a business. Device administration software helps to monitor, manage, and configure your device fleet within a network, while print management solutions help improve printing security and reduce printing costs in the company. Epson also offers a range of document management solutions designed to simplify and automate scanning workflows and streamline processes.
Eco-Conscious and User-Friendly
Designed for excellence, the Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM series is powered by Heat-Free Technology, delivering consistent and reliable high-speed printing with up to 85% less power consumption[1] in comparison to laser printers, resulting in savings on electricity bills. The new printers also minimize running costs and use up to 59% with fewer replacement parts and consumables[2]. This keeps periodic parts replacements down, and results in reduced waste and time spent carrying out replacements and maintenance. Further, the use of Heat-Free printing technology eliminates the use of heat in the ink ejection process, allowing the printer to print immediately within seconds of the first print-out time.
The A4 models come with space and user-friendly configurations such as a hassle-free front-loading design and a 10.1” touch panel where users can customize layouts. The AM-C400 and AM-C550 offer eco-features such as a power consumption monitoring tool as well as a green leaf icon on duplex printing functions to remind users to save paper by printing on both sides.
[1] Testing was commissioned by Epson and conducted by Keypoint Intelligence. One specific model was selected from color laser multi-function printers in the 65-70ppm class. Epson WorkForce Enterprise WF-C21000 with 100ppm (equivalent model in Europe was used during the evaluation). This data is as of September, 2020. Devices were tested in default mode as per Keypoint Intelligence’s proprietary standard energy consumption test methods. Calculations were based on a weekday workload of 2 x 4 hours printing + 16 hours in sleep/standby mode, and weekend energy use of 48 hours in sleep/standby mode. A total of 69 pages of workload test pattern using DOC, XLS, PPT, HTML, PDF files and Outlook email messages were printed six times in each 4-hour printing period.
[2] Testing was commissioned by Epson and conducted by Keypoint Intelligence. One competitor model was selected from worldwide best-selling vendor* in the 65ppm and 70ppm color laser multi-function printer. Epson Work Force Enterprise WF-C20600 with 60ppm (equivalent model in Europe was used during the evaluation). Consumables and periodic replacement parts required to print 1M pages. The weight includes all used consumables, periodical replacement parts and their packaging. Test printed pattern used was ISO24712.
