PhotocopiersWhen choosing a photocopier, you will need to consider the following points:
- Work out roughly how many copies will be made per month, allowing for future expansion of your business and follow the manufacturer's maximum monthly volume recommendations;
- The speed of a photocopier is measured in copies per minute (cpm)—ensure the photocopier you choose will run at an appropriate speed for your requirements;
- Some small photocopiers will only copy to a maximum paper size of A4, so ensure you choose one that will copy to the size of paper you need;
- Other features that are only available on some photocopiers are enlargement and reduction, and double sided (duplex) copying—ensure you choose a photocopier that can carry out these tasks if required;
- Ensure you choose a photocopier that has enough paper capacity to enable it to be filled at convenient intervals;
- Digital photocopiers often offer improved quality and reliability as well as operating more quietly than analogue ones;
- If you need your photocopier to be connectable to your computer network or telephone lines, you will need to choose a digital photocopier;
- Ensure you choose a photocopier supplier who will offer a good service arrangement—this is usually negotiated on a "cost per copy" basis and should include service and spare parts over a given period;
- It may be more cost-effective to lease your photocopier, so ask suppliers about leasing arrangements;
- For additional peace of mind, choose an authorised supplier of the brand of photocopier you want to buy;
- Look beyond prices quoted for the photocopier itself, and be sure to compare installation, service and support packages.
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