Browsing all articles tagged with cheaper copy machines
Feb
26

COPY MACHINES THROUGH THE YEARS

When copy machines were first introduced, they were those big bulky things which people find hard to push around from one space to another.  As the years progressed, a lot of innovations had been introduced, the most recent of which is that copy machines are no longer confined to those big, bulky machines.  Companies have now integrated the copying function in most printers which is why there are now multi-functional printers.  In this way, people may reproduce documents in their very own homes and it would not take much space.  The only problem is, it consumes too much ink which makes it quite expensive. This is why the use of the traditional copy machine cannot be disregarded altogether.  If a large volume needs to be reproduced, it would not be practical to do it on a multifunctional printer as it could best be achieved through the ordinary copy machine. As we can see, unless the ink toners of printers become cheaper, copy machines still have their place in this world.

Feb
25

COLORED OR BLACK AND WHITE?

We know for a given fact that copy machines do just that, make good reproductions of a document we want to be copied.  However, there are 2 kinds of copying machines, one is the traditional black and white, while the other is colored.  Copying machines which can reproduce in colored variation are more expensive than the ordinary greyscale type.  People who are meticulous and want even the shade of color to be exactly copied sometimes resort to copy machines which can make a colored duplicate of the original. This has been proven to be useful in projects by students, or even help employees in their presentations.  School sometimes use it when producing activities or letters.  If they want to make a good impression, they send out colored copies of their documents and not the mere greyscale types. But no matter which of the two we choose, it still produces the same document because that it is really what it was made for.

Feb
23

A PERFECT WAY TO EARN INCOME

With the worsening global financial crisis, it is now wonder why parents resort to several selling strategies to help out in the business. /actually, if we have a copy machine at home, we can make into something productive financially, like offering to photocopy the documents of people or kids in the neighbourhood, for a certain price. Many businesses have resorted to the practice. There are some people in the world today who make use of their photocarriers as an alternative source of income, by charging a minimal fee every time it is being used. While the return of investment may appear to be slow and chump change for someone, all that it needs to survive in this game and in this contest is to prepare for full-battle mode.  Every opportunity counts, and we must learn to take advantage of the situation  by continuously offering our services, and the side job which he has.

Feb
22

A COPY MACHINE WHICH SENDS FAXES TOO

It is not an unfamiliar scenario when people multitask in order to get things done quickly.  The same thing applies to copy machines, as there are new machines designed to copy, and  fax documents. Take a Brother IntelliFax-4100e for example, it can easily do both of these things and is will come in handy in any business office since a lot of savings can be made.  We can just imagine the money saved from buying a separate fax machine because the same is already incorporated in the copy machine.  The output is not compromised because people who have bought it are very satisfied with the results, and the toner used to operate this machine is actually so cheap.   It is so easy to use and is an effective and handy office helper to have around which is why people will never regret buying it. Oh, did I mention that it only costs $75.89?

Feb
19

USED COPY MACHINES?

Copy machines are kind of expensive, so there is no problem if businesses will resort to buying second had or used copier machines.  However, how do we know if the machine we will be getting is a lemon?  We do not need to drag along a technician with us every time we shop for a copy machine (though that would be a good idea). But when buying a second hand copier machine, we should always look into the condition of the gadget and check how many documents it had already copied to see if its use had been abused.  This can be detected from the counter usually located near the controls, if not inside the machine. People should always be on guard for copier machines which are literally being sold for a song because with all probability, the seller is hiding something.  So in buying a used copier machine, we have to be extra vigilant before making the purchase.

Feb
17

Should I have a copy machine in my office?

If you plan on setting up your own office, do not ever forget to have you own copy machine because it is fast becoming one of the must-haves in business nowadays.  Imagine the time wasted just going outside of the office to look for the nearest photocopying machine.  You could have done a lot of things with those minutes, or even hours spent just by looking, falling in line, waiting for your document to be copied, and paying for it.  Of course, it is good to place this machine in your shopping list of office furniture, if you can afford it.

What we are trying to say is that it is handy to have a photocopying around when one is in business.  Let’s face it, making copies of documents does not only happen once but several times.  Imagine what would happen if you cannot find a copying machine in the area?

Feb
7

Photocopiers – How does it work?

Have you ever wondered how a photocopier works? Some use the technique called Xerography. This is a Greek word that means “Dry Writing”. The process of Xerography uses electrostatic charges along with heat. This method is very versatile and is used to get copies of all types of written, graphic and printed matter. Xerography makes use of an aluminium drum that is coated with an element called selenium. When light is passed through or reflected off, the matter that needs to be copied, it reaches the selenium surface where the ink that contains the negatively charged particles are coated. This forms an image of that material that is there on the drum.

When a paper that has postive charge on it is passed nearer to the drum, the paper attracts the image that has been formed on the drum by the negative particles earlier.

There is also another mechanism called Thermography which uses infra-red light. The matter to be copied is placed together along with the paper on which it is to be copied. Infra red light is passed through both the papers together. The image from the matter to be copied is transfered to the plain paper.

Feb
2

Remember before buying a copy machine

A copy machine may range from $1000 to $1500 depending on the features like memory, wide zoom, etc. But before buying one for you it is important to check some things like copy volume, what you will copy, two sided or one sided and single sheet or stacks.

To check the copy volume you first need to check the copy receipts at any shop. Whatever number you get, just increase 40% and you will get the final copy volume needed. Then check what type of paper you will use for copying like cover head. Also you need to check the paper stock like legal size, cover stock or transparencies. According to this, opt for multiple trays.

It is obvious that double sided paper helps saving paper. This machine may cost you a little more but helps a lot in saving paper. If you will generally copy a large stack of paper then consider buying a copy machine with automatic document feeder.

Feb
12

On a Budget? Get a Refurbished Copier


If you run a small business, you’re probably aware of how expensive office supplies can be, especially the big purchases like computers, faxes and copy machines. If you’re in need of a new copier for your office but are on a tight budget, you may want to look into refurbished copiers. Many often think of lower quality when they hear used or refurbished, but in actuality, you could get a like-new copier for a dramatically lower price than retail.

When many people hear the term “refurbished” they equate it with mechanics going to junkyard and piecing together old and beat machines, and then passing them off as “like-new.” But in reality, the copiers selected for refurbishing are chosen through a careful process where only the copiers with low-usage that are in reasonable condition are selected. These are then disassembled, examined closely, and all areas are cleaned to ensure it looks like new when you get it. New parts replace the worn ones, and then the copier is tested several times to make sure it functions at its most optimal level. If this still doesn’t sell you, many refurbished copiers come with a warranty that guarantees the rebuilt copier 100%.

All in all, if you’re on a tight budget, refurbished copiers are something you should look into.