How Do Multifunction A3 & A4 Printers Help To Go Green

Using the Right Multifunction Printer to Meet Your Green Goals 

While environmental related topics like ESG has become a more popular term in recent years, it is still something many businesses struggle to put into practice. In the 2021 Global Sustainability Study conducted by Simon-Kucher & Partners, it has been reported that 78% of global consumers are becoming more aware that environmental sustainability is important and are wanting to live more green lives. This increased environmental awareness not only goes beyond individuals opting to lead a greener lifestyle but also translates into businesses operating in smarter and greener ways. There are a number of ways businesses can achieve this, but one often overlooked area is print. With many businesses still relying heavily on paper-based communication and documentation, this can and will have a significant impact on the environment.

As such, it is important for businesses to be aware of the options available to them when it comes to printing. Nowadays, there are multifunction printers (MFPs) on the market that are made in green design. By using the right MFP, businesses can not only reduce their environmental impact but also save money on print-related costs. Here at FUJIFILM Business Innovation Hong Kong, we will explore some of the best multifunction A3 and A4 printers for green printing and how to select a suitable one for your business.

But first, let’s understand why green printing is vital to any enterprise.

Why Is Green Printing Important? 

By using a greener way of printing, businesses can help to reduce their carbon footprint. This includes switching to recycled paper, using less toner, and choosing MFPs that have a low environmental impact. For example, using our Super EA-Eco Toner with the exclusive "fast-melting polyester micro-dispersion technology" reduces the fusing temperature of Super EA-Eco toner to below 10°C, as well as reduces 20% power consumption and 35% CO₂ emissions during production, comparing with traditional toner. Green printing is not just important from an environmental standpoint, but it can also help businesses to save money. The cost of paper, and toner can add up quickly, especially for businesses that do a lot of printing. 

In addition, green printing can also help businesses to build and maintain a good reputation. Research has shown that 50% of consumers rank sustainability as a top five value driver on average across categories, which means it is an important purchase criteria and is a key differentiator in an organization’s overall value proposition. Consumers are becoming more aware of the importance of going green, and as such, they are more likely to do business with companies that are committed to green practices. We thereby improve corporates’ sustainability footprint as part of the FUJIFILM BI’s Managed Print Services especially for users with MPS Guardia through “You Print, We Plant” reforestation campaign. Under the verified reforestation process, every tree planted is guaranteed 100% net survival of the trees.

Let’s discuss how an organization’s choice of a MFP can aid in its green goals.

Selecting a Suitable Multifunction Printer for Green Printing 

When it comes to choosing the right MFP for green printing there are a number of factors to consider, such as print volume, paper type, and print quality. It is important to select an MFP that is designed for your specific needs. For example, if you print a lot of documents, you will want a printer with a high page yield to avoid having to replace the toner cartridges frequently. To help you choose the right multifunction printer for your business, we have put together a list of environmentally responsible features to look out for.

1. Automatic Two-sided Printing

One way to reduce your paper consumption is to use automatic two-sided printing. This feature is available in many of our multifunction printers and can help you to save paper, as well as money. With duplex printing, you can print on both sides of the paper, which means you can halve your paper consumption. This is not only good for the environment, but it can also help you to save money on paper costs. Some multifunction printers such as FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s Apeos C5240 come equipped with an automatic two-sided printing function.

2. Reduce Consumption With Eco Mode

A special feature of FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s MFP range is its ECO mode with easy pre-setting of features that save paper and toner. With this feature, you can easily adjust the print settings to reduce consumption. For example, you can set the printer to print in duplex mode or reduce the amount of toner used per page. This is a great way to reduce your consumption without compromising on quality. In addition, the printer will also use less power when not in use, this helps reduce your energy costs.

3. Device Management To Track Usage

With FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s multifunction printers, you can easily track and manage your device usage, as some of our models come equipped with the ApeosWare device management software. Cost control and implementing green practices such as reducing unnecessary use of paper and toner is a breeze as this software allows you to see your organization’s energy consumption as well as how much paperand toner is being used. This information is key in helping your business reduce consumption and cut costs. For example, if you want to maximize your usage of paper, you could consider setting the printer to print in duplex mode. Or, if you notice that you are using a lot of color toner, you could adjust the print settings to use less color or switch to monochrome printing.

In addition, you can even easily check the statistics on detailed device usage and environmental impacts through our comprehensive Green Report. For example, information of CO₂ emission and potential paper saving estimation for understanding environmental impact and usage behaviors and more. All this ready-made data source for annual report and ESG report can be accessed online for free.

Choose Green Paper For Your Multifunction Printers

Although the aforementioned functions of our multifunction printers can greatly help in reducing paper consumption, businesses will always have a need for printed products that require the use of paper. This is why it is crucial for organizations with green goals to not just choose the right multifunction printers but also the right choice of paper in their printing. 

FUJIFILM Business Innovation Hong Kong’s commitment to energy conservation, reduction of carbon emissions and the protection of global forest resources ensures that our paper products do not contain any hazardous chemicals but are created from raw materials which are renewable, recyclable and biodegradable. Ideal for both business and home printing, the fibres in our paper are obtained from responsibly managed forests and not protected areas. This means that it is procured through legal logging and does not result in deforestation or damage to the environment and wildlife. 

Furthermore, our paper mill has been awarded with worldwide certifications such as the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and our paper is accorded with responsible forest management certifications. Stringent checks and audits are also conducted frequently to make sure our manufacturing processes are compliant with global green standards. From the sourcing of raw materials to manufacturing processes, FUJIFILM Business Innovation Hong Kong is dedicated to ensuring that every single step in the manufacturing life cycle of the paper is intended to minimize environmental impact. Pair your multifunction printers with FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s paper products now to further protect the environment.

Go Green With FUJIFILM Business Innovation

Making the switch to a greener multifunction printer can help your business to save money and resources. As a market leader in green printing, FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s range of MFPs is designed with the environment in mind and comes equipped with features such as automatic two-sided printing and device management software to help you reduce your consumption of paper and energy, as well as cut down on printing costs. To learn more about our green printing products and smart workstyle solutions, contact us today.