Buyer’s Laboratory, Inc. (BLI), an independent tester of document imaging products, analyzed the top performers in a range of printer and MFP categories and honored the most energy efficient products in their respective group with "Outstanding Achievement" awards. The Océ VarioLink 5522c device was named one of the most efficient in the 41- to 50-ppm A3/ledger color MFP category.
As part of its environmental test reports, BLI measured the energy consumed by the Océ VarioLink 5522c MFP in all operating modes, as well as in energy save, idle and sleep modes. In addition to reporting on a range of other environmental related features, such as its ability to handle various grades of recycled paper, the report includes a projected annual energy consumption and cost based on real-world usage.