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The Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County has reopened its diorama hall featuring two innovative art installations powered by Epson PowerLite laser projectors. The first installation, 'The Ever-Changing Flow: A Multimedia Diorama' by Lauren Schoth, uses three PowerLite 805F ultra short throw projectors to showcase the evolution of the Los Angeles River's biome. The second installation, 'Special Species – A Delicate Moment in Time' by artists RFX1, Joel Fernando, and Yesenia Prieto, employs PowerLite L630SU short throw laser projectors to create a dynamic display combining projection with handcrafted piñata alebrije sculptures.

Wild Island Adventure Park has implemented a new automated food and beverage ordering system using Epson m-Series POS printers and Truffle GoBox lockers to enhance guest experiences. The system allows guests to scan QR codes throughout the park to order food, which is then prepared and placed in secure lockers for pickup. This solution has significantly reduced wait times from 45-90 minutes to a more efficient process, eliminated the need for traditional queue lines, and allowed the park to reallocate two cashier positions to other departments. The park currently operates 16 GoBox lockers and over 30 Epson TM-T88 series printers throughout its facilities.

Epson has launched the Expression Photo XP-8800, a wireless color all-in-one printer designed for creatives and families. The printer features a 6-color Claria Photo HD ink system, delivering lab-quality borderless prints up to 8.5" x 11" and 4" x 6" photos in as fast as 10 seconds. Priced at $299, it includes a built-in scanner and copier, 4.3" color touchscreen, and supports wireless printing through the Epson Smart Panel app. The device offers separate trays for plain and photo paper, Easy Mode for quick access to preferred functions, and compatibility with various devices for convenient home printing.

Epson has certified new media solutions from UPM Raflatac for its OmniLink TM-L100 and TM-L90II liner-free thermal label printers. Four OptiCut Direct Thermal Linerless media products (RL50, RL52, RL53, and RL54) have been 'Epson Tested' for the TM-L100 printer, while the RL50 has been certified for the TM-L90II printer. These solutions are designed for retail, logistics, food service, and industrial food packing applications, offering excellent adhesion and minimal adhesive build-up. The certification ensures print quality and print head life maintenance for customers using these printers in BOPIS, curbside pickup, and delivery operations.

Epson has announced its participation in PACK EXPO International 2024, scheduled from Nov. 3-6 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago. The company will showcase its advanced ColorWorks® on-demand color label printers at booth #S-4235, demonstrating solutions for various industries including cosmetic, food and beverage, and pharmaceutical.

Epson's exhibit will highlight how their ColorWorks solutions can help businesses integrate full-color capabilities to enhance operations and embrace new packaging trends. Key features to be showcased include:

• The new CW-C8000 for high-quality, high-volume label production
• The LabelMate Botlr applicator with the CW-C6000A for automated bottle labeling
• The CW-C6000A with auto-cutter for variable length labels
• The CW-6500A for customized label sizes up to 8 inches

These printers are designed to offer packaging automation, flexibility, and high-quality output to meet evolving customer needs and industry demands.

Epson Robots, the world's leading SCARA robot manufacturer, has announced that HPE Automation, a prominent automation distributor in Florida, has become an AutomateFirst Platinum Partner. This strategic partnership aims to expand automation solution offerings in Florida, Southeast Georgia, and the Caribbean regions.

HPE Automation will offer Epson's complete lineup of award-winning robots, including SCARA, 6-Axis, and All-in-One robots, as well as software solutions. The collaboration provides HPE Automation access to over 300 additional robot models, enhancing their ability to meet diverse automation needs in the Southeast region.

Both companies express enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting its potential to deliver innovative and efficient automation solutions to businesses seeking to integrate or enhance their automation processes.

Epson has unveiled its new EpiqVision Mini family of smart portable laser projectors, designed to provide immersive viewing experiences for streaming and gaming content. The EpiqVision Mini EF22 and EF21 models offer:

• Full HD HDR picture up to 150 inches
• Built-in Google TV for access to over 10,000 streaming apps
• Dolby audio with internal high-quality stereo speakers
• 3-chip 3LCD technology with 1,000 Lumens of brightness
• Compact, portable design in various color options
• EpiqSense technology for easy setup on any surface

The EF22 (MSRP $999.99) and EF21 (MSRP $899.99) will be available in October, featuring a 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Epson has introduced the TrueOrder Kitchen Display System (KDS), designed for seamless integration with point-of-sale (POS) systems compatible with Epson printers. This solution is ideal for quick-service restaurants (QSR) and small restaurants with fewer than 10 stations, offering easy integration to optimize kitchen workflows.

The TrueOrder KDS features customizable layouts, flexible grids, and supports both portrait and landscape viewing. It's compatible with various display devices and can be paired with Epson label printers for additional functionality. The system operates on local networks without requiring an internet connection, making it versatile and easy to set up.

Key features include digitizing kitchen operations, customizable defaults, room for growth with a comprehensive API, and free POS integration support from Epson. The TrueOrder KDS is now available, offering POS software vendors a high-quality solution they can brand and sell to restaurants as part of a complete package.

Epson America has introduced two new EdgeLink wireless network color document scanners, the DS-800WN and DS-900WN, designed for various industries including healthcare, finance, government, and enterprise. These scanners feature third-party software integration capabilities, allowing direct access to document management solutions.

Key features include:

• DS-800WN: Speeds up to 50 ppm/100 ipm, peak daily duty cycle of 8,000 pages
• DS-900WN: Speeds up to 70 ppm/140 ipm, peak daily duty cycle of 11,000 pages
• 100-page Auto Document Feeders
• 4.3" color touchscreen interface
• Built-in LAN, wireless networking, and USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity
• ScanWay PC-free scanning to USB, email, network folders, and cloud services
• Optional fleet management solutions

The DS-800WN is priced at $999 MSRP, while the DS-900WN is $1299 MSRP. Both include a 1-year warranty with One Business Day Advanced Exchange.