Epson’s new product seen as game changer

A product from Epson, called EcoTank M2170, is touted to change the game in commercial banking.

For more than five decades, Epson Philippines Corporation has quietly powered behind-the-scenes work flow in banks, delivering printing solutions built for environments where errors are costly and downtime is not an option. 


This 2026 will be different.

This is the year when Epson’s EcoTank M2170 comes into play. Designed for high-traffic environments, the all-in-one device combines fast printing, scanning, and copying in a compact footprint that suits crowded counters. Its LCD interface allows tellers to move seamlessly between tasks, turning what could be a fragmented process into a smooth, continuous workflow.

The EcoTank’s refillable ink system further supports cost-efficient operations by reducing cartridge waste, minimizing downtime, and keeping output consistent throughout the day.

Durability is just as critical as speed. Official banking documents must remain legible for years, often decades. The EcoTank M2170 uses pigment ink engineered to produce crisp, sharp text that resists smudging, water exposure, and fading. Automatic duplex printing adds another layer of efficiency, cutting handling time for documents such as loan applications and account forms while increasing overall throughput.

Despite the rise of digital records, one physical document continues to hold special importance for many customers: the passbook. For countless Filipinos, it remains a trusted, tangible record of their financial history. Updating it is not merely routine—it is a moment where alignment, accuracy, and reliability matter immensely.

Purpose-built for this task, the Epson PLQ-50CSM Passbook Printer is engineered to handle varying passbook formats and thicknesses with consistent precision. Its ability to maintain exact alignment across multiple lines and pages prevents misprints and costly rework, even during peak service hours. Built for sustained use, it delivers the reliability that banks depend on to keep customer interactions smooth and error-free.

“These are the moments where banking systems are tested every single day,” said Masako Kusama, President and Director of Epson Philippines Corporation. “For over 50 years, we’ve focused on engineering solutions that perform reliably in real-world environments. That consistency allows banks to maintain high service standards while staying focused on what matters most—their customers.”

Epson’s long-standing approach centers on understanding how banks actually operate, not just how technology should work in theory. By designing printing solutions for repeated, high-volume use, the company helps strengthen efficiency across thousands of everyday interactions that define branch banking. It is a commitment to practical innovation that continues to evolve alongside the industry’s needs, even as digital transformation accelerates.

Banks and institutions interested in strengthening their branch operations can learn more about Epson’s printing solutions at www.epson.com.ph. Epson products are available through authorized dealers nationwide.