The strategic collaboration between AIDIMME, a leading technological institute in research, development and innovation (R&D) and Epsonhas been an ambitious sustainability project in the printing infrastructure. Through the implementation of technology No Heat integrated into the family WorkForce AM-C and the management system Print AdminAIDIMME has achieved an 85.5% reduction in energy consumption associated with printing, transforming operational expenditure (OPEX) into a strategic asset of sustainability and security.
The modernization of the printing infrastructure at AIDIMME represented a migration towards a more responsible and secure operating model. The implementation of more than twenty units Epson WorkForce AM-C demonstrates that the adoption of sustainable infrastructure does not sacrifice performance but rather drives operational optimization. This transformation is based on a triple competitive advantage: verified sustainability thanks to technology No Heat of Epsonsecurity and document control through the platform Epson Print Admin and strategic productivity, which frees up more than 60 hours of maintenance annually to focus on the core R&D mission.
The institutional context and challenges of legacy infrastructure
AIDIMME, the Metalworking, Furniture, Wood, Packaging and Related Technological Institute is dedicated to research, development and innovation. Its mission is to promote the competitiveness and sustainability of companies Therefore, the choice of its internal infrastructure must be consistent with the objective of minimizing the environmental impact. Before the solution Epsonthe institute was facing problems associated with printing with thermal technology that led to high waste generation due to periodic replacement of consumables, high energy consumption and diverted valuable human resources. The previous infrastructure required a necessary reduction in staff hours dedicated to maintenance, which represented a negative impact on the innovation capacity of the institute, which could not dedicate its technical staff to more productive tasks.
The operating principle of MicroPiezo
The central axis of the project is the adoption of the Epson Heatless technologyan approach that introduces a paradigm shift by avoiding the generation of unnecessary heat. Its fundamental principle is to reduce energy consumption through an optimized printing system that does not depend on intense heating of components. Unlike laser printers that rely on toner fusion and high temperatures, the technology No Heat relies on high-precision ink injection using the printheads Epson MicroPiezo. This mechanism is mechanical and not thermal, which requires less sustained energy during the printing process and eliminates the energy dissipated in heaters and consumables, achieving a drastic reduction in electrical consumption. This architecture also makes it possible to minimize warm-up cycles, take advantage of more efficient sleep modes, and accelerate the return to low-power states after completing each job.
Deployed hardware and operational advantage
The implementation encompassed a comprehensive deployment of more than twenty units in offices and laboratories, ensuring that the technology No Heat was present throughout the network. The fleet included models from the family WorkForce AM-C like the WorkForce AM-C4000 (A3/A4 multifunction), WorkForce Enterprise WF-C579RDTWF y WorkForce Pro WF-M5299DW along with units EcoTank for individual use. The printers AM-C They also include special settings for managing print queues and data flow, avoiding unnecessary cycles and maintaining stable performance. By not depending on prolonged warm-ups, the equipment offers fluid and almost instantaneous printing, eliminating long waits and improving the daily productivity of staff. Furthermore, the lower thermal load of the devices reduces the demand for air conditioning in technical rooms and offices, increasing the favorable Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of the solution. Epson.
ReciSystems security, control and validation
The project was led and executed by the partner ReciSystemswho coordinated network implementation and secure workflows. The platform Epson Print Admin established a secure, distributed print management system based on individual cards, improving the document security and prevents uncollected prints, directly addressing high waste generation. Furthermore, the system Epson Print Admin It contributes to operational sustainability by reducing the demand for air conditioning in technical rooms and offices since the equipment dissipates less heat.
The results are overwhelming: the savings evaluation carried out by ReciSystems with the Epson Optimization Report (verified by DataMaster Lab) projected a structural reduction of the 85,5% in the electrical consumption associated with the printing service. In terms of operational efficiency AIDIMME will save more than 60 hours maintenance (equivalent to more than 1000 euros of potential savings) allowing technical talent to be redirected towards innovation and process development.
José Chaparro, head of systems and communications at AIDIMMEhighlighted: «The solution Epson’s Without Heat“, together with distributed print management, allows us to reduce consumption without sacrificing performance or security, and strengthens our culture of technological responsibility.”
For its part, Santiago Soler, commercial director of ReciSystemsconfirmed: «The collaboration with AIDIMME and the implementation of the printers Epson Without Heat in their facilities demonstrate that it is possible to combine energy efficiency, security and high-level user experience, supporting organizations on their path towards sustainability and innovation.»
The implementation of technology Epson Without Heat and the printers WorkForce AM-C at AIDIMME sets a precedent for the sector. The project transforms printing infrastructure into a conscious practice, aligned with environmental and safety objectives by combining the inherent energy efficiency of printheads MicroPiezo with the operational security of Epson Print Admin. This integrated approach, which prioritizes less consumption, less waste and more distributed control, maximizes performance and safety while supporting AIDIMME’s public commitment to sustainability.
More information at www.epson.es/heat-free
