The power of durable print hardware in your business

Australia generates over 511,000 tonnes of e-waste each year, and without utilising proper recycling or waste recovery schemes, a large portion of this could be sent directly to landfill. For businesses, switching to durable print hardware is a simple yet powerful step toward reducing waste while improving operational efficiency.

In a climate-conscious economy, outdated or consumable-heavy printers slow you down, inflate costs and hinder sustainability goals. 

Kyocera offers a smarter path forward with print solutions that reduce maintenance, lower emissions and support long-term productivity, without compromising on quality.

The power of design and durability in print hardware

Durable print hardware refers to printers and multifunction devices engineered for longevity, using long-life components to deliver consistent performance with minimal part replacements. Designed for both reliability and sustainability, these systems help avoid the ongoing waste and expense of consumable-heavy alternatives.

At Kyocera, durability is built into the design. Our ECOSYS technology champions sustainability with a cartridge-free system that uses long-life components and a toner-only replacement model. By removing the need to replace the drum each time the toner runs out, ECOSYS reduces waste, cuts consumable costs, and lowers the total cost of ownership.

Meanwhile, our TASKalfa devices are engineered to go even further. Some TASKalfa drums are capable of lasting beyond 600,000 printed pages, showcasing the true potential of hardware built for endurance.

Across both ranges, Kyocera’s design-first approach ensures dependable performance and a lighter environmental footprint over the full product lifecycle.

Fewer replacements, more uptime

In busy workplaces, reliability matters. When your print hardware is designed for sustainability, it reduces the hassle of constant repairs and keeps your people productive and your operations flowing smoothly. Here’s how the power of durable print hardware plays out:

• Lower maintenance frequency and servicing costs: Long-life components reduce the need for frequent callouts and costly part replacements. Fewer breakdowns mean less money spent on servicing, and fewer disruptions for teams who rely on print to get their jobs done. Over time, these efficiencies can add up to significant operational savings.
• Fewer disruptions and higher productivity: When machines run as expected, so do your workflows. Whether it’s customer communications, billing runs, or internal reporting, consistent output helps avoid delays and keeps everything on track.
• Predictable performance for IT teams: For time-poor IT departments, fewer interruptions mean more time for strategic projects. With reliable hardware and remote monitoring tools, it’s easier to plan, maintain oversight and deliver seamless support, even across distributed teams.

Reducing costs and environmental impact

Printers with consumable-heavy hardware can quietly drain budgets and increase environmental impact, often in ways businesses don’t immediately see. In 2020–21, Australian businesses spent approximately $17 billion on waste services. While print consumables represent just one part of the equation, frequent replacements of toner, drums and other components can significantly inflate costs and waste.

• Less landfill from fewer part replacements: Frequent part replacements create a constant stream of waste. These parts add up in cost and landfill volume. In contrast, durable devices with long-life components dramatically reduce the number of parts that need to be disposed of.
• Reduced emissions through smarter hardware choices: Durable print devices help cut carbon emissions across their entire lifecycle. With fewer part replacements, there’s less need for repeated manufacturing, packaging, shipping and servicing, all of which contribute to a business’s overall environmental impact. By investing in long-life hardware, you can reduce waste and lower your carbon footprint in a meaningful, measurable way.

Where durability meets sustainability

Sustainability is no longer just a compliance box to check; it’s a core part of how your business can create long-term value. From ESG reporting to rising stakeholder expectations, the pressure to operate responsibly is only growing. Durable print infrastructure bridges the gap between operational efficiency and sustainability goals. 

Kyocera’s approach brings this to life through a long-standing commitment to sustainability, embedded not just in its print hardware but across its entire operations. From long-life components and energy-efficient performance to solar-powered manufacturing and end-of-life recycling programs, every element is designed to reduce waste and drive long-term value.

For future-focused organisations, sustainability and efficiency must go hand in hand, and durable print solutions help deliver both.

Sustainability will be an important measure of success for workplaces of the future. Download our Sustainable Office Guide to learn how to improve your environmental impact, while also reducing business costs and boosting efficiency.