If you’re in the market for a new copier, you must find one which suits all your needs. You might find it a little confusing as there are many machines that are operated using different technologies. You can easily get lost in the numerous brands and types of printers, when you’re searching for one that’s not only the best but also affordable. It’s a substantial investment so you should consider all points before buying a new copier machine. Here are a few tips to help you make a decision:
Volume
In case of copiers and volume, always overestimate the volume of copies you would require. You’d know the amount of copies you would require per day already, so be sure to find out the number of copies your new copier can give. If you’re planning to buy a copier/printer which can print, fax and copy, add a minimum of 30%to the total number of copies. Overestimating leaves room for any chance of overusing the machine, especially while you’re just learning how to use it.
Learn about the features
Find out whether the machine you are buying has all the features you’re looking for. Does it provide the quantity of copies / printouts you require at the speed you want? Instead of buying a machine that is expensive to boot and has many unnecessary features, buy one that is cheap and has as many features as you need. You’ll save a lot of money if you do this.
Negotiate
There would be many vendors who would want to sell their machine to you. Ask them the benefits and plus points of their particular model/ brand and the price advantage they are willing to give you. You should also enquire about maintenance, supplies, terms of lease (if you want to lease a machine), and sale. Compare the different price quotes, and set your maintenance and supply budget before buying. This would help you in buying the best machine for your office.
Take a look at some of the best copiers available in market:
Konica Minolta Magicolor 1600w
This laser workhorse’s output is 35,000 prints in a month, in different sizes of paper.
Lexmark
This is a multifunction printer which copy, scan and print and has USB, Ethernet and wireless connectivity.
Samsung 315
It’s a laser printer which gives good quality output. The 315W version is wireless, and both printers print in high standard color.
Konica Minolta workplace hub
This is the latest in printer and copier technology. It’s a ‘smart’ printer, which functions as a hub (a platform which integrates software, hardware, and services across a business’s complete IT systems). It has scope to integrate a company’s future requirements as well. With the reduced value of the pound, buying Konica copiers from the UK is great value for money, no matter whether you are buying the Workplace hub or its simpler versions.
Before buying a copier, you have to be clear of your purpose and all the pros and cons of the different brands and models available. You must make an informed decision – one that will stand you in good stead over the years.
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