Epson RIPS Technology wins BLI Outstanding Achievemt in Innovation Award

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Epson recently announced that its Replaceable Ink Pack System (RIPS) technology had been recognized by Buyers Laboratory LLC (BLI), a leading provider of independent information to the imaging industry, with the Outstanding Achievement in Innovation Award for the summer 2015 test season. The awards are made to companies that provide something new to the market and set new standards and goals to which others can aspire.

Used with Epson’s acclaimed series of WorkForce Pro Replaceable Ink Pack Printers, RIPS technology solves many of the issues associated with office printing by using super-high-yield ink supply units for printing up to 75,000* pages between ink changes. The result of this is less wasted time and resources, and predictable print costs.

In its citation, BLI noted that printers using the technology achieved:

· Phenomenally high tested yields for all colors. 

· Ultra-long-life consumables, which help maintain office productivity and reduce pain points for IT administration. 

· User-friendly replacement and maintenance procedures.

· Compact and low waste packaging advantage, which will suit space-constrained office environments.

“The super-high ink yields offered by the Epson RIPS are a game-changer in the office marketplace, drastically reducing office user consumable replacement frequencies and negating the need for spare sets of toners or inks on site which take up valuable space,” noted David Sweetnam, BLI’s director of research and lab services in Europe. “The ultra-long life supplies will also be an attractive proposition for suppliers offering ‘all inclusive’ contracts, greatly reducing logistics costs and headaches associated with keeping clients stocked with supplies at all times.”

“We are proud to receive the BLI ‘Outstanding Achievement in Innovation’ award for WorkForce Pro RIPS,” said Yoshiro Nagafusa, general manager for printer sales at Seiko Epson. “According to BLI’s independent tests, WorkForce Pro RIPS models can deliver up to 75,000 pages of uninterrupted high-quality print without the need to replace consumables, in addition to using far less energy and generating less waste than laser competitors."

“Epson believes that inkjet printing now demonstrates clear advantages over laser in the office, and offers efficiencies to businesses of all sizes. We will continue to promote this shift,” commented Nagafusa.

BLI also named the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-8590 as this summer’s Outstanding A3 Low- to Mid-Volume Business Inkjet All-in-One, and the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-R8590 as the Outstanding A3 Mid- to High-Volume Business Inkjet All-in-One.

* Using an A3 model. Yields are based on simulations generated after testing with ISO/IEC24711 measurement methodology using ISO/IEC 24712 patterns and calculated using Epson’s methodology. Yields may vary for reasons including images printed, documents printed, printing frequency and printing environment.

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Go, Grow and Glow with Goldilocks' Sarap Pinggang Pinoy

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Goldilocks, the country’s number one bakeshop and the Filipinos go-to foodshop, launched its own Sarap Pinggang Pinoy Meal. The meal was first announced at the FNRI-DOST and Goldilocks Advocacy Partnership on Healthy Eating at the SMX Convention Center.

Goldilocks Foodshop based the Sarap Pinggang Pinoy meal from the FNRI guidelines of the Food Guide Pyramid. The initial offering features all-time Filipino favorites like gisadong monggo, daing na bangus with steamed rice, bottled water and fruit gelatine for only PhP 119. 

This delicious and balanced combination from various food groups will surely make the body go, grow, and glow towards a healthier diet.

According to recent studies, diet- and lifestyle-related conditions such as diabetes and heart disease have been affecting more Filipino adults. In response to this growing concern, the Food and Nutrition Institute (FNRI) developed a guide for Filipinos regarding the proper amount and attributes of the food we eat per meal.

FNRI collaborated with the World Health Organization, the Department of Health, and the National Nutrition Council to develop Pinggang Pinoy, a plate-based food guide that shows the right food proportions to provide the optimal amount of nutrients required by the average Filipino.

In support of the initiative, Goldilocks launched its own Sarap Pinggang Pinoy Meal to show that healthy eating is not about depriving yourself of the food you love. Rather, it’s about making good food choices based on what your body needs. 

So head over to your nearest Goldilocks’ Foodshop and try the Sarap Pinggang Pinoy. 

Join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram by following @GoldilocksPH, or visit us at www.goldilocks.com.ph.

Amaia Land holds topping-off ceremony for Amaia Steps Bicutan

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The topping off ceremony was attended by guests and key Amaia officials, Ms. Loren B. Sales, AVP; Ms. Cybill Samillano, Senior Project Development Manager; Ms. Kristel Manalo, Project Development Manager; Ms. Nadine Kison, Project Development Associate; Mr. Manuel Baltazar, Innovative and Design Group Manager; Mr. Regidor Mapanao, Architectural Supervisor; Mr. Jose Pangan, Project Manager; Mr. Joselito Sanchez, Jr., Area Manager and Rev. Fr. Henry John, who blessed the site.

There's no stopping Amaia Land from providing quality residences to more Filipino families. Amaia recently celebrated another milestone with the topping-off ceremony of Aria A Building at Amaia Steps Bicutan 1 in Parañaque City last June 13.

The topping off ceremony was attended by guests and key Amaia officials, Ms. Loren B. Sales, AVP; Ms. Cybill Samillano, Senior Project Development Manager; Ms. Kristel Manalo, Project Development Manager; Ms. Nadine Kison, Project Development Associate; Mr. Manuel Baltazar, Innovative and Design Group Manager; Mr. Regidor Mapanao, Architectural Supervisor; Mr. Jose Pangan, Project Manager; Mr. Joselito Sanchez, Jr., Area Manager and Rev. Fr. Henry John, who blessed the site.

Amaia Steps Bicutan holds topping off ceremony last June 13, 2015.

Situated along West Service Road corner Sun Valley Drive in Brgy. Sun Valley, the mid-rise residential project promises its future homeowners comfort amidst highly urbanized surroundings.

A 15-minute drive away from the Makati Central Business District, Amaia Steps Bicutan is near key establishments like SM City Bicutan, Robinson's Supermarket, and Bicutan Public Market. It is also accessible from the South Luzon Expressway through the West Service Road. Commuting won't be a problem as transport stations for shuttle services, cabs, tricycle and jeepneys are available in the area.

A variety of unit types such as Studio, Deluxe, and Premier, with sizes from 23-44sqm, are available to buyers. With its contemporary and suburban theme, the new development will further enhance the area with modern aesthetics.

Father Henry John holds mass to during Amaia Steps Bicutan's topping off ceremony.

The project will feature a host of amenities such as clubhouse, swimming pool, basketball court, children’s play area and greeneries at the Central Courtyard. Amaia Steps Bicutan also has a jogging loop for those who want to stay revitalized after a long day's work.

Like all Amaia projects, security is a priority. Residents will be worry- free, as the development is designed with a 24- hour guarded entrance, perimeter fence, and CCTV cameras.

Easy-on-the-pocket financing schemes such as cash payment, deferred, bank and In-house financing are also being offered. For inquiries, visit www.amaialand.com or www.facebook.com/AmaiaLand.

Sitti releases new album "Singles Bossa Nova Trio"

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Sitti has successfully made her indelible mark in the music industry as the Philippines’ one and only bossa nova queen. She amazes the audience with her cool performance that makes her a sought-after artist here and abroad.

Almost a decade since the release of her double platinum album Café Bossa, she’ll revive it with Singles Bossa Nova Trio. It was a one-day, live recording session done al fresco at a house in Rizal with guitarist Erskine Basilio and percussionist Diego Martinez.

The tracks include some of the most popular Sitti singles which were given a fresh twist like “Girl From Ipanema,” “Tattooed On My Mind,” and “Para Sa Akin” with other favorites like “Sunday Morning,” “I Want It That Way,” “To Forget You,” and “La La Means I Love You,” to name a few.

Her carrier single “Ligaya” defines her life right now as a happily married woman. The song is also about her husband, Joey Ramirez, and is the most special among the songs she has ever written. Other originals are “Answers” and “All I Ever Wanted.”

Indeed, Sitti finds happiness being married and it reflects in her new album. Sitti hopes that fans would like Singles Bossa Nova Trio and support her just like before.

Singles Bossa Nova Trio is now available on CDs at Astroplus, Astrovision, and Odyssey outlets. It is available for download on Spinnr and iTunes. It can also be streamed on Spinnr, Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer and Guvera.

Sitti is a Backroom artist. For inquiries, call Backroom Inc at 4351108, 4351120 and 9280717 or email us at backroominc@hotmail.com. Like Backroom Inc. on facebook at www.facebook.com/backroominc and or follow Backroom Inc. on twitter at www.twitter.com/BackroomArtists.

LG’s revolutionary turbo washers

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Tackle big loads of laundry? Try doing your laundry fast and easy with LG’s revolutionary turbo washers!

During rainy season, your laundry chores to be more challenging as the weather yields more clothes to wash.

For busy working people, this means less opportunity to have some R&R, and reduced quality time for the family.

The good news is that spending a lot of time and efforts in doing laundry can now be avoided, as LG’s washing machines with TurboWash and TurboShot technologies are already here to help you clean your clothes fast and easy.

LG's revolutionary TurboWash Front Load washers will allow you to reduce washing time on each large load of laundry, without compromising cleaning performance. With the 3 Way TurboWash™, what normally takes almost an hour to finish for a normal speed course can be done in as fast as 45 minutes. In speed washing function, it can take as fast as 15 minutes to finish a standard of one kilogram laundry load.

Meantime, LG’s Top Load washers with the innovative TurboShot technology enable superior washing and rinsing performance, and hygienic tub clean. TurboShot technology uses a rapid drum motion and waterfall-like jets to penetrate deep into fabrics and dissolve detergent more efficiently, thus removing tough stains faster, while helping yield impressive energy and water savings.

LG Electronics Philippines Vice President for Home Appliances Youngmin Chae said, "We continually try to innovate for the benefit of our consumers. For working individuals and married couples, especially those with kids, our washers are like manna from heaven, as it eliminates the need to wash clothes on weekdays after work. Big loads of family laundry are now more manageable with LG’s state-of-the art washers.”

What’s more, the LG’s TurboWash and TurboShot models feature 6 Motion Direct Drive (6 Motion DD) capability that lets you wash your clothes with more care and movement – the closest you can get to hand washing.

The TurboWash and TurboShot technologies also work to complement LG’s Biggest Capacity in Front Load and Top Load washers, letting you wash all your clothes at once. Combining the above-mentioned standout features in LG’s Big Capacity washing machines result to more water pressure and best washing performance. Indeed, your perfect partner in maintaining a happy home this laundry-heavy season.

To learn more about LG TurboWash washing machine, visit www.lg.com/ph; like LG Philippines’ Facebook page; or follow @LGPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.