Epson uses Dry Fibre technology to manufacture face masks for employees

In response to the growing demand for face masks for protection against COVID-19, Epson will apply and use its patented Dry Fibre technology (the same technology it uses within its unique PaperLab A-8000 system) to start producing face masks for its employees.

Epson’s PaperLab A-8000 in-office dry paper making system, is a dry-process technology that enables the processing and creation of paper on-site, in the amount you need and when you need it. It requires only a small amount of water to maintain a certain level of humidity inside the system.

The new masks will be made from functional fibres instead of used paper and will be manufactured at two of Epson’s production plants. This in turn will eliminate the need for Epson to outsource purchasing masks for its employees.

In addition to manufacturing the masks in-house for its employees, Epson will also donate 100,000 masks to local authorities and medical institutions where needs for personal protective equipment (PPE) have been expanding. The company will also donate 5,600 face shields to the same organisations.

Epson does not plan to sell the masks it manufactures commercially.

Epson makes significant and regular contributions towards realising a sustainable society and has made a commitment to ongoing efforts that realise the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.

For more information on PaperLab and Dry Fibre technology go to:

https://global.epson.com/innovation/paperlab/