Printing technology has traditionally relied on laser engines that consume large amounts of electricity, use numerous mechanical parts and often need dedicated power circuits. Epson has disrupted this model with its WorkForce Enterprise family of business inkjet printers and MFPs (multifunction printers). These devices, launched over the past few years and updated in 2025, employ PrecisionCore® Heat‑Free technology — a process that ejects ink droplets without heating. This blog explores how the new WorkForce printers help businesses save energy, reduce costs and lower maintenance by eliminating the heat‑hungry components of traditional copiers.
Epson’s MicroPiezo print heads eject ink mechanically without heating it. The company notes that heat‑free printing uses less power because the inkjet process has no fuser or drum to warm up, so less electricity is consumed during both warm‑up and operation . Laser printers, by contrast, must preheat a fuser and multiple other components each time they print. A comparison on Epson’s heat‑free technology page shows that inkjet printers eliminate several steps – charging the photoreceptor drum, developing toner, transferring toner and fusing it – reducing the process from eight steps to three . Fewer steps mean fewer mechanical parts, which lowers the risk of failure and significantly reduces maintenance .
Traditional departmental copiers often require 220 V power outlets and special wiring. WorkForce Enterprise printers are designed for plug‑and‑play installation on standard office circuits. The Enterprise brochure for the WF‑C20590 and WF‑C17590 notes that these printers work with 110 V panels – electrical retrofitting is not required . An updated brochure for the WF‑C20600/20750/21000 series reiterates that these models operate on 110 V panels without special electrical work . This capability allows businesses to install high‑speed departmental MFPs in almost any office space without adding expensive dedicated circuits.
Laser printers use drums, fusers, developer units and transfer belts that must be replaced periodically. The PrecisionCore heat‑free design eliminates these components entirely. An Epson/Olé Copiers datasheet for the AM‑Series explains that the printers use ink instead of toner and therefore have no drums, developer, imaging units or fusers . The same document emphasises that few moving parts means cutting‑edge productivity and better performance .
The Good Guys Imaging Systems blog notes that the WorkForce Enterprise WF‑C21000 offers the lowest power consumption in its class and is designed to require minimal intervention with few maintenance parts . BMC further explains that reducing printing steps from eight to three (because there is no fuser warm‑up or drum charging) results in fewer parts, more efficient technology, faster printing and less energy use .
Case studies illustrate real‑world reliability. In Saline Area Schools, technology director Jay Grossman selected Epson WorkForce Enterprise printers to replace their aging laser fleet. He highlighted that the Epson units provided energy savings, cost savings and the simplicity of the units with limited maintenance parts . After four months and more than two million pages printed, the district reported significant reductions in energy costs and virtually no service tickets . One Source Imaging adds that the first major maintenance isn’t scheduled until over 1 million prints and that the print heads in 60‑100 ppm units carry warranties for seven years or six million prints . According to the same source, the Enterprise MFPs have a fraction of the moving parts and a simple one‑stage paper transport system, translating to fewer maintenance visits and higher uptime .
Heat‑free technology delivers financial benefits beyond lower energy bills. One Source Imaging reports that PrecisionCore technology reduces the cost per page by up to 35 % compared to traditional copiers, because high‑capacity ink cartridges last longer than toner cartridges and there are no expensive fuser or drum replacements . Epson’s own specification sheets reinforce that the AM‑C5000 is engineered for reliable performance with a recommended monthly print volume of 8,000 – 60,000 pages , ensuring that businesses can handle large workloads without downtime.
The BMC energy comparison indicates that switching to WorkForce Enterprise can reduce an organization’s electricity bill from about $243 per year to $38, an 84 % reduction . Combine that with fewer consumable parts and high‑capacity ink packs, and businesses see meaningful reductions in total cost of ownership.
Epson’s WorkForce Enterprise MFPs are not just energy‑saving devices; they are high‑performance workhorses. The AM‑C5000 prints 50 ISO pages per minute and uses PrecisionCore Heat‑Free technology to deliver a fast first page out . The AM‑C550z (A4 color) and AM‑M5500 (A3 mono) introduced in August 2025 offer print speeds of 55 ppm and maintain the lowest power consumption in their classes . The earlier WF‑C21000 achieves 100 ppm and still maintains the lowest power consumption in its class with minimal maintenance parts .
The AM series printers provide a compact footprint and support various configurations, including desktop or floor‑standing units. Because they run on standard 110 V power, offices can place them anywhere without adding dedicated 220 V circuits . They also offer numerous finishing options (stacking, stapling, booklet making), robust security features, and compatibility with Epson’s Solutions Suite and third‑party software .
The energy savings and waste reduction of WorkForce printers translate into tangible environmental benefits. When Saline Area Schools transitioned from laser to Epson inkjet MFPs, the district noted that the inkjet MFPs don’t require heat and eliminate plastic toner waste, resulting in lower energy use and less waste . The district, which had already invested in solar panels and geothermal heating, chose Epson partly because of these environmental advantages and the documented average energy and cost savings .
Switching to WorkForce Enterprise printers reduces the carbon footprint associated with printing and helps businesses meet sustainability goals. Fewer consumables mean less waste in landfills, and low power consumption reduces greenhouse‑gas emissions from electricity generation.
Epson’s new WorkForce Enterprise printers demonstrate that high‑performance office printing doesn’t have to come at the expense of energy consumption or sustainability. By leveraging PrecisionCore Heat‑Free technology, the WorkForce lineup cuts electricity usage by 50 – 87 % compared with laser printers , operates on standard 110 V outlets without special wiring , and eliminates heat‑dependent consumable parts. The result is a family of printers that save energy, reduce operating costs and provide exceptional reliability. For organizations seeking to modernize their print fleet while achieving sustainability and budget goals, Epson’s WorkForce Enterprise printers offer a compelling solution.