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Comparison made against the top 10 competitive colour laser printers and MFPs according to the IDC EMEA Hardcopy Tracker (Data H2 2013, Speed Range A4 = Colour Laser 11-20 ppm).

¹ WorkForce Pro WF‑4640DWF standalone copying
² Active
³ Average of printing and copying
⁴ Printing

Comparison made against the top 10 competitive colour laser printers and MFPs according to the IDC EMEA Hardcopy Tracker (Data H2 2013, Speed Range A4 = Colour Laser 11-20 ppm). Print speed comparison carried out by Epson based on FSOT according to ISO/IEC 24734 test procedure. Print speeds have been rounded to the nearest second. Epson model tested was WorkForce Pro WF-5620DWF.

Comparison made against the top 10 competitive mono laser printers and MFPs according to the IDC EMEA Hardcopy Tracker (Data H2 2013, Speed Range A4 = Mono Laser 1-20 ppm). Power consumption taken from manufacturers’ published specifications as of April 2014.

¹ WorkForce Pro WP‑M4095DN printing
² Printing
³ Active
⁴ Average of active printing and active copy or scan

Buyers Laboratory (BLI) is the imaging industry’s leading independent authority and provider of competitive intelligence, testing and reviews on multifunction (MFP), copier, printer, scanner and software solutions and products. For over 50 years, BLI has been the leading source for unbiased and reliable intelligence for the global digital imaging industry.

BLI has tested several models from Epson’s WorkForce Pro range, over a two-month period running from April 2015. The results and their proof points are explained here.

• A3 Inkjet vs. Laser
• A4 Inkjet vs. Laser
• href="#">Epson WorkForce Pro WF-8590 Series

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to three and a half times faster than lasers and colour copiers for first page out.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, FPOT (First Page Out Time) from overnight sleep, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

FPOT is from overnight sleep where the device sits idle overnight and the time in seconds is measured including warming up, processing, imaging and delivery of a single-page test file to the tray.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to twice as fast as competitors’ inkjets for first page out.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, FPOT (First Page Out Time) from overnight sleep, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

FPOT is from overnight sleep where the device sits idle overnight and the time in seconds is measured including warming up, processing, imaging and delivery of a single-page test file to the tray.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to one and a half times faster than colour lasers and copiers – for typical business print jobs of just a few pages.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, FSOT (First Set Out Time) against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

FSOT is defined as the length of time in seconds the device takes to produce pages, measured from the initiation of the print job to the complete exit of the last page of the first test set. See www.iso.org and reference ISO standard 24734 to view the 4-page test pattern.

Models chosen by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

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The table below shows only the calculations for the key results from the data above.

The results for the WF-5690 also apply to the WF-R5690 as they have the same print speeds.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models could cut time spent on interventions by up to two thirds compared to lasers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen were the closest direct competitors from the selection of machines identified by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

Interventions for the Epson inkjets include either an ink cartridge or bag change and maintenance box changes, as required. Interventions for the lasers include changes of toner cartridges, drum and waste toner containers, as required.

This does not include operator time required to attend to the device, determine supplies out, order/obtain supplies, return to the device, all of which will add further time per intervention.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are ‘Reliability Certified’.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015.

• WF-5620, WF-5690, WF-R5690 were tested to 22,500 impressions without a misfeed and no service calls
• WF-8590 was tested to 37,500 impressions
• WF-R8590 was tested to 75,000 impressions

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models can save up to 100 minutes of worker time on interventions compared to colour lasers and copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against key competing laser copiers, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen were the closest direct competitors from the selection of machines identified by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

Compared to the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M476dn, the:

• WF-5690 saves 30.5 minutes of worker time over 40,000 impressions
• WF-R5690 saves 48 minutes of worker time over 40,000 impressions
• WF R5690 saves 99.5 minutes of worker time over 80,000 impressions

Compared to the Konica Minolta C224e, the:

• WF-8590 requires 6.5 minutes more of worker time over 75,000 impressions
• WF-R8590 saves 8.5 minutes of worker time over 75,000 impressions
• WF-R8590 saves 13 minutes of worker time over 141,000 impressions

These figures do not include operator time required to go to device, determine supplies out, get supplies, return to device which will all add further time per intervention: BLI estimates that this may roughly double these figures.

By moving to Epson’s WorkForce Pro models, businesses in Western Europe could save up to €4.6 million Euros per month.

Calculated based on IDC data on print volume and number of companies in Western Europe, BLI data on time saved on WorkForce Pro RIPS model interventions, and average hourly labour cost from Eurostat.

• According to IDC (“Western Europe Inkjet and Laser Installed Base, Page Volume, and Supplies 2014-2018 Forecast and Analysis” – reports for printers and MFPs used), 35,947,777,104 pages is the total monthly print volume generated by printers within the 21-44ppm speed bracket in Western Europe
• The number of companies of 100-499 employees according to IDC was calculated (using the “Historical Peripherals Installed Base - France, Germany, UK - 2011” report) and applied to the above report to estimate the print volume for this segment
• This implies a total monthly print volume amongst companies of 100-499 employees, using the target range of machines, of 7,750,196,798 pages
• Using the BLI data (up to 100 minutes of worker time can be saved per 80,000 pages printed), this could equate to 9.64M minutes/161K hours per month that could be saved by moving from lasers to RIPS
• Using the average hourly EU18 hourly labour cost (wages and salaries plus non-wage costs, mainly social contributions payable) of €28.50 (according to Eurostat data), the potential monthly saving to the industry can be calculated as €4.6M

In independent tests you get up to twice as many prints with Epson’s WorkForce Pro models than competitive colour lasers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

Number of impressions based on an average of two cartridges per colour using the ISO 24712 five-page colour test pattern, and an average of the tested yields for cyan, magenta and yellow. Compared with all-in-ones.

In independent tests you get up to four times as many prints with Epson’s WorkForce Pro models than competitive colour inkjets.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

Number of impressions based on an average of two cartridges per colour using the ISO 24712 five-page colour test pattern, and an average of the tested yields for cyan, magenta and yellow. Compared with inkjet all-in-ones.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models use up to 96% less energy than lasers and laser copiers.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models use up to 95% less energy than lasers and laser copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

In BLI’s research devices were tested in default mode in simplex and duplex modes, following BLI’s proprietary standard energy consumption text methods.

Energy consumption calculated in wH for 5 minutes printing, compared to laser printers and copiers.

In BLI’s research devices were tested in default mode in simplex and duplex for some models only (as the Brother HL-310CW and Samsung Xpress models lack a duplex mode), following BLI’s proprietary standard energy consumption text methods.

The table below shows only the calculations for the key results from the data above.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models produce up to 94% less waste than lasers and copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen were the closest direct competitors from the selection of machines identified by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

To assess the comparative amount of waste materials generated over the course of the run, BLI assessed all consumables waste including toner/ink cartridges, imaging units, waste toner bottles, and any maintenance kit items required, with all items being retained, weighed and photographed. All toner/ink cartridges were run to exhaustion or until image quality was deemed to have dropped below a standard acceptable for external use.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to 23% quieter than lasers and laser copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

In accordance with BLI standard methodology, all devices were tested for noise emissions over a range of typical office activities for a period of three minutes. A four-page ISO test document was sent to print in simplex mode and then the device was left in an idle state for one minute; the same job was sent as a duplex job and the device spent one more minute in an idle state, after which the test was repeated for the duration of the three-minute period. Noise emissions were measured using an Extech sound level datalogger.

The table below shows only the calculations for the key results from the data above.

In independent tests Epson’s WorkForce Pro [WF-5620] is rated [Excellent] for [Reliability].

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015.

Independent tests show that – unlike our inkjet competitors – prints from Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are highlighter resistant.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

This test measures the amount of colourant transferred from a printed to an unprinted area when briefly contacted by two types of highlighter (alkaline and acid). Density readings are taken for each highlighter before and after vertically crossing five printed parallel horizontal bars to determine the amount of black ink transferred. The sample is allowed to dry for one hour before the test is performed. One sample is tested at default quality.

Independent tests show prints from Epson’s WorkForce Pro range are up to 40 times more water-fast than competitors’ inkjets.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

This test measures the amount of colourant transferred from a printed to an unprinted area when a drip of distilled water is allowed to run across five parallel bars. Five density readings are averaged for two separate drips. The sample is allowed to dry for one hour before the test is performed. One sample is tested at default quality.

Up to 69% fewer CO₂ emissions from raw materials sourced and manufactured to produce consumables than those of comparable laser products*.

Comparison made against the top 10 competitive mono laser printers and MFPs according to the IDC EMEA Hardcopy Tracker (Data H2 2013, Speed Range A4 = Mono Laser 1-20 ppm). Power consumption taken from manufacturers’ published specifications as of April 2014.

¹ WorkForce Pro WP-M4095DN printing
² Printing
³ Active
⁴ Average of active printing and active copy or scan

Buyers Laboratory (BLI) is the imaging industry’s leading independent authority and provider of competitive intelligence, testing and reviews on multifunction (MFP), copier, printer, scanner and software solutions and products. For over 50 years, BLI has been the leading source for unbiased and reliable intelligence for the global digital imaging industry.

BLI has tested several models from Epson’s WorkForce Pro range, over a two-month period running from April 2015. The results and their proof points are explained here.

• A3 Inkjet vs. Laser
• A4 Inkjet vs. Laser
• Epson WorkForce Pro WF-R5690 Series
• Epson WorkForce Pro WF-R5690DTWF Lab

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to three and a half times faster than lasers and colour copiers for first page out.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, FPOT (First Page Out Time) from overnight sleep, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

FPOT is from overnight sleep where the device sits idle overnight and the time in seconds is measured including warming up, processing, imaging and delivery of a single-page test file to the tray.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to twice as fast as competitors’ inkjets for first page out.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, FPOT (First Page Out Time) from overnight sleep, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

FPOT is from overnight sleep where the device sits idle overnight and the time in seconds is measured including warming up, processing, imaging and delivery of a single-page test file to the tray.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to one and a half times faster than colour lasers and copiers – for typical business print jobs of just a few pages.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, FSOT (First Set Out Time) against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

FSOT is defined as the length of time in seconds the device takes to produce pages, measured from the initiation of the print job to the complete exit of the last page of the first test set. See www.iso.org and reference ISO standard 24734 to view the 4-page test pattern.

Models chosen by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

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The table below shows only the calculations for the key results from the data above.

The results for the WF-5690 also apply to the WF-R5690 as they have the same print speeds.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models cut time spent on interventions by up to 98% compared to lasers and laser copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen were the closest direct competitors from the selection of machines identified by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

This does not include operator time required to attend to the device, determine supplies out, order/obtain supplies, return to the device, all of which will add further time per intervention.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are ‘Reliability Certified’.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015.

• WF-5620, WF-5690, WF-R5690 were tested to 22,500 impressions without a misfeed and no service calls
• WF-8590 was tested to 37,500 impressions
• WF-R8590 was tested to 75,000 impressions

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models can save up to 100 minutes of worker time on interventions compared to colour lasers and copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against key competing laser copiers, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen were the closest direct competitors from the selection of machines identified by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

Compared to the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M476dn, the:

• WF-5690 saves 30.5 minutes of worker time over 40,000 impressions
• WF-R5690 saves 48 minutes of worker time over 40,000 impressions
• WF R5690 saves 99.5 minutes of worker time over 80,000 impressions

Compared to the Konica Minolta C224e, the:

• WF-8590 requires 6.5 minutes more of worker time over 75,000 impressions
• WF-R8590 saves 8.5 minutes of worker time over 75,000 impressions
• WF-R8590 saves 13 minutes of worker time over 141,000 impressions

These figures do not include operator time required to go to device, determine supplies out, get supplies, return to device which will all add further time per intervention: BLI estimates that this may roughly double these figures.

By moving to Epson’s WorkForce Pro models, businesses in Western Europe could save up to €4.6 million Euros per month.

Calculated based on IDC data on print volume and number of companies in Western Europe, BLI data on time saved on WorkForce Pro RIPS model interventions, and average hourly labour cost from Eurostat.

• According to IDC (“Western Europe Inkjet and Laser Installed Base, Page Volume, and Supplies 2014-2018 Forecast and Analysis” – reports for printers and MFPs used), 35,947,777,104 pages is the total monthly print volume generated by printers within the 21-44ppm speed bracket in Western Europe
• The number of companies of 100-499 employees according to IDC was calculated (using the “Historical Peripherals Installed Base - France, Germany, UK - 2011” report) and applied to the above report to estimate the print volume for this segment
• This implies a total monthly print volume amongst companies of 100-499 employees, using the target range of machines, of 7,750,196,798 pages
• Using the BLI data (up to 100 minutes of worker time can be saved per 80,000 pages printed), this could equate to 9.64M minutes/161K hours per month that could be saved by moving from lasers to RIPS
• Using the average hourly EU18 hourly labour cost (wages and salaries plus non-wage costs, mainly social contributions payable) of €28.50 (according to Eurostat data), the potential monthly saving to the industry can be calculated as €4.6M

In independent tests you get up to 4.5 times more prints with Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models than colour lasers and copiers

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

Number of impressions based on an average of one cartridge bag per colour (or two cartridges per colour for competitors) using the ISO 24712 five-page colour test pattern. Compared with A3-size colour laser copiers in this class.

In independent tests you get up to 17 times more prints with Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models than competitive colour inkjets.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

Number of impressions based on an average of one cartridge bag per colour (or two cartridges per colour for competitors) using the ISO 24712 five-page colour test pattern and based on the black ink yields. Compared with A4-size all-in-ones.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models use up to 96% less energy than lasers and laser copiers.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models use up to 95% less energy than lasers and laser copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

In BLI’s research devices were tested in default mode in simplex and duplex modes, following BLI’s proprietary standard energy consumption text methods.

Energy consumption calculated in wH for 5 minutes printing, compared to laser printers and copiers.

In BLI’s research devices were tested in default mode in simplex and duplex for some models only (as the Brother HL-310CW and Samsung Xpress models lack a duplex mode), following BLI’s proprietary standard energy consumption text methods.

The table below shows only the calculations for the key results from the data above.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models produce up to 99% less waste than lasers and copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen were the closest direct competitors from the selection of machines identified by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

To assess the comparative amount of waste materials generated over the course of the run, BLI assessed all consumables waste including toner/ink cartridges, imaging units, waste toner bottles, and any maintenance kit items required, with all items being retained, weighed and photographed. All toner/ink cartridges were run to exhaustion or until image quality was deemed to have dropped below a standard acceptable for external use.

Total Consumables and Packaging Waste Generated* (in grams, at 10,000-page intervals)

Total Consumables and Packaging Waste Generated* (in grams, at 10,000-page intervals)

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to 23% quieter than lasers and laser copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

In accordance with BLI standard methodology, all devices were tested for noise emissions over a range of typical office activities for a period of three minutes. A four-page ISO test document was sent to print in simplex mode and then the device was left in an idle state for one minute; the same job was sent as a duplex job and the device spent one more minute in an idle state, after which the test was repeated for the duration of the three-minute period. Noise emissions were measured using an Extech sound level datalogger.

The table below shows only the calculations for the key results from the data above.

In independent tests Epson’s WorkForce Pro [WF-5620] is rated [Excellent] for [Reliability].

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015.

Independent tests show that – unlike our inkjet competitors – prints from Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are highlighter resistant.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

This test measures the amount of colourant transferred from a printed to an unprinted area when briefly contacted by two types of highlighter (alkaline and acid). Density readings are taken for each highlighter before and after vertically crossing five printed parallel horizontal bars to determine the amount of black ink transferred. The sample is allowed to dry for one hour before the test is performed. One sample is tested at default quality.

Independent tests show prints from Epson’s WorkForce Pro range are up to 40 times more water-fast than competitors’ inkjets.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

This test measures the amount of colourant transferred from a printed to an unprinted area when a drip of distilled water is allowed to run across five parallel bars. Five density readings are averaged for two separate drips. The sample is allowed to dry for one hour before the test is performed. One sample is tested at default quality.

Comparison based on the number of laser toner cartridges required by the HP LaserJet Pro 400 M475 Series to print the equivalent yield of the WorkForce Pro RIPS WF-R5690DTWF ink supply units.

Up to 92% fewer CO₂ emissions from raw materials sourced and manufactured to produce RIPS consumables than those of comparable laser products*.

Buyers Laboratory (BLI) is the imaging industry’s leading independent authority and provider of competitive intelligence, testing and reviews on multifunction (MFP), copier, printer, scanner and software solutions and products. For over 50 years, BLI has been the leading source for unbiased and reliable intelligence for the global digital imaging industry.

BLI has tested several models from Epson’s WorkForce Pro range, over a two-month period running from April 2015. The results and their proof points are explained here.

• A3 Inkjet vs. Laser
• A4 Inkjet vs. Laser
• href="#">Epson WorkForce Pro WF-R8590DTWF Lab Test Report

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to three and a half times faster than lasers and colour copiers for first page out.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, FPOT (First Page Out Time) from overnight sleep, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

FPOT is from overnight sleep where the device sits idle overnight and the time in seconds is measured including warming up, processing, imaging and delivery of a single-page test file to the tray.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to twice as fast as competitors’ inkjets for first page out.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, FPOT (First Page Out Time) from overnight sleep, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

FPOT is from overnight sleep where the device sits idle overnight and the time in seconds is measured including warming up, processing, imaging and delivery of a single-page test file to the tray.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to one and a half times faster than colour lasers and copiers – for typical business print jobs of just a few pages.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, FSOT (First Set Out Time) against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

FSOT is defined as the length of time in seconds the device takes to produce pages, measured from the initiation of the print job to the complete exit of the last page of the first test set. See www.iso.org and reference ISO standard 24734 to view the 4-page test pattern.

Models chosen by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

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The table below shows only the calculations for the key results from the data above.

The results for the WF-5690 also apply to the WF-R5690 as they have the same print speeds.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models cut time spent on interventions by up to 98% compared to lasers and laser copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen were the closest direct competitors from the selection of machines identified by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

This does not include operator time required to attend to the device, determine supplies out, order/obtain supplies, return to the device, all of which will add further time per intervention.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are ‘Reliability Certified’.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015.

• WF-5620, WF-5690, WF-R5690 were tested to 22,500 impressions without a misfeed and no service calls
• WF-8590 was tested to 37,500 impressions
• WF-R8590 was tested to 75,000 impressions

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models can save up to 100 minutes of worker time on interventions compared to colour lasers and copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against key competing laser copiers, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen were the closest direct competitors from the selection of machines identified by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

Compared to the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M476dn, the:

• WF-5690 saves 30.5 minutes of worker time over 40,000 impressions
• WF-R5690 saves 48 minutes of worker -time over 40,000 impressions
• WF R5690 saves 99.5 minutes of worker time over 80,000 impressions

Compared to the Konica Minolta C224e, the:

• WF-8590 requires 6.5 minutes more of worker time over 75,000 impressions
• WF-R8590 saves 8.5 minutes of worker time over 75,000 impressions
• WF-R8590 saves 13 minutes of worker time over 141,000 impressions

These figures do not include operator time required to go to device, determine supplies out, get supplies, return to device which will all add further time per intervention: BLI estimates that this may roughly double these figures.

By moving to Epson’s WorkForce Pro models, businesses in Western Europe could save up to €4.6 million Euros per month.

Calculated based on IDC data on print volume and number of companies in Western Europe, BLI data on time saved on WorkForce Pro RIPS model interventions, and average hourly labour cost from Eurostat.

• According to IDC (“Western Europe Inkjet and Laser Installed Base, Page Volume, and Supplies 2014-2018 Forecast and Analysis” – reports for printers and MFPs used), 35,947,777,104 pages is the total monthly print volume generated by printers within the 21-44ppm speed bracket in Western Europe
• The number of companies of 100-499 employees according to IDC was calculated (using the “Historical Peripherals Installed Base - France, Germany, UK - 2011” report) and applied to the above report to estimate the print volume for this segment
• This implies a total monthly print volume amongst companies of 100-499 employees, using the target range of machines, of 7,750,196,798 pages
• Using the BLI data (up to 100 minutes of worker time can be saved per 80,000 pages printed), this could equate to 9.64M minutes/161K hours per month that could be saved by moving from lasers to RIPS
• Using the average hourly EU18 hourly labour cost (wages and salaries plus non-wage costs, mainly social contributions payable) of €28.50 (according to Eurostat data), the potential monthly saving to the industry can be calculated as €4.6M

In independent tests you get up to 4.5 times more prints with Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models than colour lasers and copiers

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

Number of impressions based on an average of one cartridge bag per colour (or two cartridges per colour for competitors) using the ISO 24712 five-page colour test pattern. Compared with A3-size colour laser copiers in this class.

In independent tests you get up to 17 times more prints with Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models than competitive colour inkjets.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

Number of impressions based on an average of one cartridge bag per colour (or two cartridges per colour for competitors) using the ISO 24712 five-page colour test pattern and based on the black ink yields. Compared with A4-size all-in-ones.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models use up to 96% less energy than lasers and laser copiers.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models use up to 95% less energy than lasers and laser copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

In BLI’s research devices were tested in default mode in simplex and duplex modes, following BLI’s proprietary standard energy consumption text methods.

Energy consumption calculated in wH for 5 minutes printing, compared to laser printers and copiers.

In BLI’s research devices were tested in default mode in simplex and duplex for some models only (as the Brother HL-310CW and Samsung Xpress models lack a duplex mode), following BLI’s proprietary standard energy consumption text methods.

The table below shows only the calculations for the key results from the data above.

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro RIPS models produce up to 99% less waste than lasers and copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen were the closest direct competitors from the selection of machines identified by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

To assess the comparative amount of waste materials generated over the course of the run, BLI assessed all consumables waste including toner/ink cartridges, imaging units, waste toner bottles, and any maintenance kit items required, with all items being retained, weighed and photographed. All toner/ink cartridges were run to exhaustion or until image quality was deemed to have dropped below a standard acceptable for external use.

Total Consumables and Packaging Waste Generated* (in grams, at 10,000-page intervals)

Total Consumables and Packaging Waste Generated* (in grams, at 10,000-page intervals)

In independent tests, Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are up to 23% quieter than lasers and laser copiers.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against a selection of competing machines, as commissioned by Epson.

Models chosen by Epson based on data from IDC on the top selling five models globally, in the 11-20ppm A4 category and the segment 2 A3 category, using only one of each engine type, with the addition of an A3 device from HP.

In accordance with BLI standard methodology, all devices were tested for noise emissions over a range of typical office activities for a period of three minutes. A four-page ISO test document was sent to print in simplex mode and then the device was left in an idle state for one minute; the same job was sent as a duplex job and the device spent one more minute in an idle state, after which the test was repeated for the duration of the three-minute period. Noise emissions were measured using an Extech sound level datalogger.

The table below shows only the calculations for the key results from the data above.

In independent tests Epson’s WorkForce Pro [WF-5620] is rated [Excellent] for [Reliability].

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015.

Independent tests show that – unlike our inkjet competitors – prints from Epson’s WorkForce Pro models are highlighter resistant.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

This test measures the amount of colourant transferred from a printed to an unprinted area when briefly contacted by two types of highlighter (alkaline and acid). Density readings are taken for each highlighter before and after vertically crossing five printed parallel horizontal bars to determine the amount of black ink transferred. The sample is allowed to dry for one hour before the test is performed. One sample is tested at default quality.

Independent tests show prints from Epson’s WorkForce Pro range are up to 40 times more water-fast than competitors’ inkjets.

As tested by BLI, over two months to April 2015, against all competitive machines tested at time of publication.

This test measures the amount of colourant transferred from a printed to an unprinted area when a drip of distilled water is allowed to run across five parallel bars. Five density readings are averaged for two separate drips. The sample is allowed to dry for one hour before the test is performed. One sample is tested at default quality.

Up to 92% fewer CO₂ emissions from raw materials sourced and manufactured to produce RIPS consumables than those of comparable laser products*.