Tips To Choosing Digital Copiers Denver

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By Dennis Thompson


The copier industry is all about introducing new copiers. Oftentimes, a copier might even be updated or replaced in a manufacturer's product line more than once a year, bypassing the hundreds of thousands of used copiers freely available on the open market. Why does the copier industry do this, pushing new models when there are plenty of serviceable used copiers Denver? The following addresses why the manufacturers do this.

Manufacturers Don't Make Money on Used Copiers. The truth is manufacturers simply do not make any money on used copiers. They might make money off of toner or ink cartridges for the used machines, but there is no money for manufacturers in the market exchange of used copiers.

Cost - Cost is another factor you should consider. If you are going to buy more than one copier, make sure you are getting the best deal possible. Make a comprehensive cost comparison. But don't be deterred by high prices and opt for a cheaper model if you are going to require the features of the higher priced model.

Service and Repair, Service contracts- Most copier service companies will not provide you an onsite service contract on an office club copier. This is because they don't sell them. Office club stores will normally offer extended warranties but coverage may not be complete. For example they might not cover the toner or they won't cover on-site service. I have had customers call me and tell me that they had to ship the machine off to have it repaired and that they didn't even get the same machine back afterward.

Color - If you require only a black and white copier, there is no point in investing in a color copier. Although, if you later want to upgrade to a color copier, it will make you pay at least 20-30% more than the black and white one. Network Card - A copier with a network card is a better solution if you require heavy usage. You can even install a printer mode along with the network card to make your copier a laser printer, thus allowing you to sit at your desk and make copies somewhere else.

One great rule of thumb is to calculate the replacement cost of your toner or ink cartridges, plus the costs of replacing the drum and any other essential supplies over a two to three year period and compare between manufacturers. There's also maintenance of the internals and wear-items. You will likely find that some models make more sense to purchase when you factor in the cost of maintenance!

New Machines Lose Value the Moment they are purchased. Machines, like cars, lose value the moment they're purchased. Unless you can return it to the manufacturer or to a store and get your money back, you are going to be stuck with a copier that has depreciated in value by 25 to 50 percent the moment you use it for the first time. This is why purchasing used machines, or opting for copier leasing options makes sense.

Used machines are already discounted due to their used status, and copier leasing makes sense because you are essentially paying for maintenance and rental of the unit, without the headache of disposing of it or deciding when it's time to push out a large sum of cash to buy a new copier. Copier leasing helps you have one less thing to worry about!




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