Overview
A copier is a machine that is capable of
making paper copies of documents and visual images. They find wide
application in offices, schools, and colleges to get economical copies
of important documents. There are many different types of copiers, such
as digital copiers, analog copiers, color copiers, monochrome copiers,
and multifunctional copiers.
How It Works
Xerography is a dry process that uses heat. This is the most prevalent technology used by the modern copiers. Ink jet is another popular technology, but copiers can go through ink cartridges rather quickly.Without a quality toner, the printer will not be able to produce professional, high-quality results. There are separate toners for black and white as well as color copiers. It is always important to be aware of the price for replacing these cartridges and toners prior to buying any copier. Some business supply stores have begun offering generic versions of ink, but many models still require proprietary cartridges that can ultimately add to your bottom line.
Benefits
Having a good quality copier is very essential for any business concern in order to produce high-quality output at a fast rate. Knowing how fast the copier can print is very important. Typically, the speed of a printer is measured by how many pages it prints per minute. The answer to this question can help you determine if you need to purchase an ink jet model or a laser printer. This will reduce the time it takes to perform copying tasks, thereby keeping your office better organized.There are many copiers to choose from as already mentioned. The current trend is to opt for a digital copier that is capable of delivering high-quality output at a real fast rate.
Costs
The laser copier costs much more initially, but can be well worth the money in the long run. The added functionality of many of today's copiers also increases the value of a copier. With fax, scanner, and copier typically included within a single unit, the devices can accomplish a number of tasks at once. You can buy an ink jet fax, copier, printer, and scanner that shoot out 25 pages per minute and can hold up to 300 sheets of paper for about $250. There are copiers in all price ranges but the big daddy copier is going to be laser and is good for businesses that have a volume of thousands of copies per month. These can run up to a couple thousand dollars each.Then there are many add on features that will also raise the price of your copier significantly. For most businesses that need low volume color printing and/or copying, a black and white/color hybrid copier is the best choice. Dedicated graphic color machines are quite expensive. The additional cost is mainly for print-quality accuracy in color reproduction and faster processors, but a typical office does not require either of them. A black and white/color hybrid copier allows you to switch between the black and white and color modes, thereby saving you a lot of money.