Seiko Epson Corporation, commonly known as Epson, is a major Japanese electronics company and one of the world’s leading manufacturers of printers, imaging equipment, and precision devices. Headquartered in Suwa, Nagano, Japan, Epson is recognized for its innovation in printing technology and eco-conscious products, especially inkjet printers and projectors.

Key Focus Areas:

• Printing Solutions:
  Inkjet printers (EcoTank, Workforce, Expression), photo printers, dot matrix printers, POS printers, and label printers.

• Visual Communication:
  Projectors for home, business, and education, including interactive and laser projectors.

• Wearable and Industrial Products:
  Smart glasses, wearable devices, robotics, industrial automation systems, and factory automation solutions.

• Precision Instruments & Microdevices:
  Quartz crystals, semiconductors, and sensors used in electronic devices and watches.

• Sustainable Technology:
  Development of heat-free printing (used in EcoTank and PrecisionCore technologies) and reduced energy consumption devices.

Key Milestones:

• 1942: Founded as Daiwa Kogyo Ltd. (later merged into Seiko Group).

• 1968: Released the world’s first mini-printer (EP-101).

• 1975: Launched Epson brand, short for “Son of EP (Electronic Printer)”.

• 1982: Released the first TV watch.

• 1994: Renamed Seiko Epson Corporation.

• 2010s–Present: Focused on EcoTank, sustainable innovation, and expanding into industrial robotics.

Global Presence:

• Headquarters: Suwa, Nagano, Japan

• Employees: Over 75,000 (worldwide)

• Subsidiaries: Present in over 100 countries, with R&D and manufacturing centers in Japan, Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America

Epson India Pvt. Ltd.:

• Established: 2000

• Head Office: Bengaluru, Karnataka

• Product range includes EcoTank ink tank printers, projectors, scanners, and professional printing solutions.

• Known for strong after-sales service and eco-friendly products in India.

Sustainability & Innovation:

Epson emphasizes environmental sustainability through its “Environmental Vision 2050”, which focuses on:

• Reducing CO₂ emissions across product life cycles

• Recycling resources and using fewer raw materials

• Promoting heat-free printing technology

• Transitioning to 100% renewable energy use at all global sites by 2023 (achieved in some regions)

Official Website:

www.epson.com
www.epson.co.in (India)