Irvine, CA -- June 10, 2002 -- Toshiba America Business Solutions (TABS) announced the company’s newly launched multifunction copier – e-STUDIO310c – has received a “Highly Recommended – Four Star” rating from the world’s leading independent testing lab, Business Equipment Research and Test Laboratories (BERTL).  The report credits the color copier with a “good balance between speed, image quality and price.” Of the 200 digital imaging and multifunction systems BERTL tested this year, the e-STUDIO310c received high marks for its Enhanced Finishing Options, True Scan-Once-Print-Many capabilities and overall graphic arts image quality.  Also noted were the flexible scanning options, impressive 31 full-color copies/prints-per-minute productivity and overall low price point. “We are very pleased with the outcome of this report,” said Mark Mathews, vice president of Marketing for TABS.  “BERTL’s continued recognition of our products  further strengthens our commitment and dedication to digital imaging systems and product advancement.” The e-STUIOD310c draws on leading-edge imaging technology to deliver first-rate color copies and printouts.  Toshiba’s patented imaging technology, Image Quality Control, provides superb color clarity and rich text renditions in all scanning, printing and copying jobs.  With high output speeds, industry-leading image quality and complete Fiery driven network printing and scanning capabilities, the e-STUDIO310c color copier is a high powered and truly affordable all-purpose office productivity tool. The BERTL award is the latest in a series of industry accolades for TABS.  Last month, Buyer’s Laboratory Inc. awarded Toshiba’s e-STUDIO35 and e-STUDIO45 workgroup copiers with product “Pick of the Year” while Office Dealer Magazine named TABS “Copier Manufacturer of The Year” in its annual awards survey.