Epson EcoTank Printer Wins 2016 BIG Innovation Award
LONG BEACH, Calif. – Feb. 11, 2016
Epson America, Inc., today announced that it has been named a leader and winner in the 2016 BIG Innovation Awards presented by the Business Intelligence Group. Selected by a panel of experts, Epson was recognized for its revolutionary Epson WorkForce® ET-4550 EcoTank™ All-in-One printer, one model in a series of Supertank printers that come loaded and ready with up to two years of ink in the box1.
The WorkForce ET-4550 EcoTank represents a transformation in the printer market, and is part of a new Supertank category of printers for Epson, which addresses one of the biggest customer pain points: out of ink frustration. Delivering an unbeatable combination of convenience and value, the ET-4550, one of five printers in the Supertank category, comes loaded and ready with up to two years of ink in the box – enough ink to print up to 11,000 black/8,500 color pages2, and equivalent to about 50 ink cartridge sets3 or 17 reams of paper. Powered by PrecisionCore® printing technology, the ET-4550 delivers high-speed, laser-quality black text, and features auto two-sided printing, a 30-page Auto Document Feeder and easy wireless printing from tablets and smartphones4. The EcoTank series of printers mark a fundamental shift in the way home and business users will think about printing in color and sets a new standard for the overall printer market.
“By offering the ultimate combination of convenience and value, EcoTank represents a true breakthrough in printing and removes the fear of running out of ink,” said Nils Madden, marketing director, Desktop Imaging and Printing, Epson. “With two years of ink in the box and ultra-low cost refills, home users and small businesses can now incorporate printing as part of their creative and communication process without regard for interruption or excessive expense. The 2016 BIG Innovation Awards recognizes organizations that bring new ideas to life and we are honored that EcoTank is alongside other innovations that strive to improve business and consumer experiences.”
The WorkForce ET-4550 EcoTank was evaluated on its uniqueness and impact for businesses and consumers through concrete measurements and analysis. Organizations from across the globe submitted their recent innovations for consideration in the 2016 BIG Innovation Awards. Nominations were then judged by a select group of business leaders and executives who volunteered their time and expertise to score submissions and provide feedback.
“It was clear from our judges that Epson was clearly deserving of being recognized as a leader in innovation for the WorkForce ET-4550, and we are proud to award them the 2016 BIG Innovation Award,” said Russ Fordyce, managing director of the Business Intelligence Group. “Congratulations to the entire team. This is well-deserved recognition of your pursuit of excellence and creativity in solving problems.”
The WorkForce ET-4550 is available for $499.99 (MSRP) and the full EcoTank lineup can be purchased through other major computer, office and electronic superstores, e-tailers and mail order companies including Staples, Best Buy, Office Depot, Amazon, Microcenter, and epsonstore.com. For more information and availability, please visit epson.com/ecotank
Source: Epson America, Inc