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Canon toner printers honored with Keypoint Intelligence energy efficiency awards

Canon’s toner printers achieved a dual energy efficiency distinction for the 2026–2028 period, awarded by the independent laboratory Keypoint Intelligence. The analytics firm published the results on August 11, 2026, focusing on the power consumption of professional office equipment. The assessment ranked the brand first in both A3 and A4 format categories simultaneously—an unprecedented feat in the testing body's history.

The technical analysis compared the brand's equipment performance against over two hundred competing models throughout a five-year testing cycle. Laboratory data revealed power consumption levels below the market average across all operational tiers.

The brand's A4 models demonstrated 47% greater energy efficiency than the average of direct competitors evaluated during the same period. Keypoint Intelligence noted that this competitive advantage extends to the entire range of the brand's A4 offerings.

For systems designed for the A3 format, the electricity savings margin stood at 18% compared to other tested brands. Measurements covered the equipment's daily lifecycle in an office environment, quantifying electricity consumption during active printing, idle states, and extended sleep modes.

This calculation allowed for the projection of each device's annual power consumption based on real-world workload conditions. The evaluating body confirmed Canon toner printers' leadership in balancing operational performance with energy savings.

Tests took into account various usage scenarios...The analysis spanned five years and included A3 and A4 devices from different manufacturers. Factors considered included color and black-and-white printing, simplex and duplex modes, recovery times, and power consumption during periods of inactivity.

Keypoint Intelligence awarded the two prizes to Canon based on the overall energy performance of the tested devices, while also factoring in productivity levels and startup and recovery times.

Marc Bory, Director of Marketing and Innovation for the EMEA region at Canon Europe’s Printing and Integrated Services Group, states that energy efficiency has been a key consideration in device development—specifically through low-temperature toner technologies and reduced startup times: “Sustainability lies at the heart of our business and product design strategy, shaping how we develop, deliver, and extend the lifecycle of our technologies.”

The award covers the 2026–2028 period and applies to both A3 and A4 toner-based device categories.

What methodology did Keypoint Intelligence apply? The laboratory testing protocol monitored approximately 200 devices from various manufacturers, focusing on continuous document workflows. Technicians measured energy usage during cold startups, recovery from sleep mode, and the processing of complex files. The sample set dedicated to the Japanese manufacturer comprised 20 specific models, representing the imageFORCE, imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX, and i-SENSYS lines. The final report highlighted the speed of recovery from sleep mode without incurring a penalty on overall energy consumption.

Mechanical design and the development of thermal components were key factors in achieving these results. Stable performance under heavy workloads ensured the technical validation of Canon’s toner-based printers.

Evolving European regulations impose strict electricity consumption targets on office equipment intended for corporate and institutional tenders. The integration of low-temperature fusing technology has reduced the power required to fix toner to the paper.

Marc Bory, Director of Marketing and Innovation for the EMEA region within Canon Europe’s Printing and Integrated Services Group, stated:

"Sustainability lies at the heart of our business strategy and product design, shaping how we develop, deliver, and extend the lifecycle of our technologies. As regulatory expectations evolve and organizations place greater emphasis on their sustainability goals, we continue to innovate with features such as low-temperature toner technology and fast device startup times, helping customers reduce energy consumption. We are delighted to receive this significant recognition from Keypoint Intelligence, which reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering high-performance, sustainable innovations to the industry."

This technical strategy addresses the need to reduce direct operating costs within IT infrastructures. Companies are looking to upgrade their fleets with certified devices to meet carbon footprint targets without sacrificing productivity.

Lowering power consumption during idle periods translates into ongoing cost savings for organizations. The independent validation of Canon’s toner-based printers reinforces energy efficiency as a central criterion when selecting professional printing solutions. For more information on Canon Europe's approach to sustainability, visit: https://www.canon-europe.com/sustainability/

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