Epson Australia launches its fastest-ever workgroup scanners
New WorkForce DS-970 and DS-870 are fast, reliable and robust scanners for environments where speed and dependability are paramount

SYDNEY, 27 August 2019 – Epson Australia has expanded its workgroup document scanner portfolio with the new WorkForce DS-970 and DS-870, its fastest-ever colour duplex document scanners designed for busy and high-volume offices of any size.

Offering blazing-fast speeds for the demanding office environment, Epson’s first 85 ppm/170 ipm1 document scanner, the DS-970 offers a peak daily duty cycle of up to 9,000 sheets2, while the new DS-870 scans as fast as 65 ppm/130 ipm1 with a peak daily duty cycle of up to 7,000 sheets3.

Featuring a 100-page Automatic Document Feeder for high-volume batch scanning, the versatile DS-970 and DS-870 help professionals easily scan, organise and upload a variety of documents, including mixed stacks of business and ID cards, long documents and folded pages4 up to 11″ x 17″ (A3).

Using advanced paper feed technology which includes Slow Speed Mode for delicate sheets, Double-Feed Detection and Paper Protection to prevent misfeeds, the DS-970 and DS-870 allow the user to conveniently scan important documents hassle and worry-free. With the included OCR and powerful Document Capture software as well as compatibility with both Windows® and Mac®, users can create searchable PDFs, store and share their work to online storage accounts such as Evernote®, SharePoint® and Google DriveTM5. Additionally, both models come with a compact, space-saving footprint, designed to easily fit within virtually any modern workspace.

WorkForce DS-970

Equipped with an LCD screen for easy navigation and mode selection, the DS-970 and DS-870 come with advanced TWAIN and ISIS® drivers for seamless integration with existing third-party document management software. With expanded versatility, users can choose from the optional Network Interface Unit to share the scanner across a network or optional Flatbed Dock to connect to a compatible Epson photo scanner for scanning photos, passports, or bound materials6.

Both scanners include a three-year limited warranty.

Pricing and Availability
The Epson WorkForce DS-970 (RRP $1,799) and DS-870 (RRP $1,499) are available now at www.epson.com.au and through authorised Epson resellers.

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1 Based on letter-sized scans at 300 dpi in Black-and-White, Grayscale or Colour Mode.
2 Peak daily duty cycle is the highest recommended number of scanned sheets per day. For best results, do not exceed the peak daily duty cycle. Calculations based on a scanning speed of 65 ppm and an assumed daily use time.
3 Peak daily duty cycle is the highest recommended number of scanned sheets per day. For best results, do not exceed the peak daily duty cycle. Calculations based on a scanning speed of 85 ppm and an assumed daily use time.
4 Carrier sheet required for folded oversized pages, sold separately.
5 With Epson Document Capture software installed on the connected Windows PC or Mac. Internet connection is required.
6 Compatible with Epson Perfection® V19 or Epson Perfection V39 flatbed photo scanners, sold separately.

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The Epson DS-970 and DS-870

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-Brad