What are the benefits of renting a franking machine?

Do you need a franking machine for your business?  Leasing or hiring a franking machine suits a small company requiring only few letters to send in a week. 

After the increase of postage rates in UK, many companies now are shifting to the use of Mail Franking device instead of dropping their letters to the post office. 

With a franking machine, a company can save a whole lot of savings. It can be manifested especially when there is high volume of mails that need to be sent in a day. 

So what are the benefits of renting a Franking Machine?

·         It is a good short-term investment as a new device can range from £1,000 to as high as £20,000 depending on the brand and model. But when you hire, you just have to rent the machine for as little as £15 per month.

·         It is the best way to meet your mailing needs when you need to send only few letters a day. 

·         It suits small business’ requirements especially for startup companies that don’t have enough funds to invest on a new system.

·         It provides you opportunity to test the use of the device without losing so much on investment. When you lease, you don’t have to worry as you can easily change or return it to suit your requirements.

Do you need to hire a franking machine from Neopost, FP, Pitney Bowes or Frama? Please visit us at http://www.franking-machine-warehouse.co.uk/. You can also call us at 01543 572776 or send an email at info@mailcoms.co.uk.

What Accessories and consumables are needed for Pitney Bowes franking machine?

Whether you are using low volume or high volume franking machine from any manufacturer including Pitney Bowes, Neopost, Frama or FP, you need almost the same list of accessories and consumables for your daily operation.

The accessories and consumables will help you in performing your daily franking activities with efficiency and no problem.  While you need to buy most of them, there are also that are supplied by Royal Mail free of cost.

·         Labels are recommended for small letters that appear bulky or for bigger envelopes and packets in order to guarantee that the envelopes and packets won’t be harmed when it is being franked.  You can order your labels from your manufacturer or dealer.

·         You can get containers and trays from Royal Mail upon request free of charge. Trays serve as organisers to separate your 1^st and 2^nd class mails making it easier for collection.

·         Envelopes are available in wide assortment of sizes and colours. You can order them online or from your distributor.

·         Ink. With Royal Mail updates, Blue inks are now preferred for franking. You can purchase them online or buy it from Royal Mail certified suppliers.

·         Red and Green Pouches are required for collection purposes of Royal Mail. Pouches come in varied sizes from Royal Mail. Green pouches are used for containing second class packets and letters while the red pouches hold the first class mails.

Do you need to buy accessories or consumables for your Francotyp Postalia frank mail system? Please visit us at www.franking-machine-warehouse.co.uk. We have range of consumables and accessories suited for your machine. You may also contact us at 01543 572776 or email us at nfo@mailcoms.co.uk.

What is Francotyp Postalia Mailing Postbase Mail Franking System?

Here at Franking Machine Warehouse, we bring you the latest updates on franking machine to make you up-to-date with all the information, news and access to various services.

FP Mailing or Francotyp Postalia has launched the Postbase in UK. The franking machine is designed to replace the previous “Optimail range of franking machines”. At last, FP dropped the “Thermal Ribbon” printing technology on low to mid volume Mail franking machines.

The Postbase Franking Machine Series comes in 3 different models including Qi3, Qi4 and Qi6. Qi3 is the simplest model while Qi6 features automatic envelope feeder. These range features LAN connectivity and colour touchscreen.

They are also built-in with label dispenser.  However, The Postbase models follow the earlier versions such as FP Optimail 35 / Ultimail / Jetmail labels where a box of 1000 franking labels has a price of £66.00 per thousand labels.

Presently, we are working on a more cost effective compatible version of labels.  We are also working on compatible Royal Mail approved cartridge that you can use with these franking machines.

If you want to know the different compatible and remanufactured FP Mailing Mymail, Ultimail Red and SMART Blue franking machine ink cartridges and labels, please click here http://www.mailcoms.co.uk/franking-ink-labels/fp-mailing-francotyp-postalia-ink-labels/.

 
For more information on franking systems and models of Neopost, Frama, Pitney Bowes or Mailcoms, please visit us at www.franking-machine-warehouse.co.uk .  You may also contact us at 01543 572776.

Important Question of operating Franking Machines

Franking mails is a cost effective method of sending business letters while posing a more professional image of your company.  If you are considering it for your business, then it is good to know the frequently asked questions to help you clear your confusions. 

Is franking suitable for my company?

Franking is a quick and easy way of streamlining your mailroom system. It permits you to have ample savings on your time and money while projecting a more professional figure. Businesses can add their own advertising message or logo exactly on each envelope.

Is there limitation on type of mails to be sent on franking device?

There is no limitation such as minimum or maximum postage volumes for each mail. You can use it to send different kinds of mails including first class, second class, recorded delivery, special delivery, parcelforce worldwide services, international/ airmail, cleanmail and mailsort.

How do I post franked mails?

After purchasing your franking machines, Royal Mail will provide you with trays, mailbags and pouches to assist you in packing it in a nice presentation. These items are free of cost once you obtained your system. 

Letters that you franked can be posted in your local post office or mail centre or can be handed directly on the franked mailbox.  They cannot be posted in a regular postbox except you are using a low volume posting envelopes.

How much does mail franking costs?

Before purchasing or leasing a machine, you must be informed on the following expenses that you may be incurring.  There will be maintenance and inspection charges annually and you also need to purchase consumables. Definitely you need to buy franking labels and inks for your device.

Is there a permit that I need to secure before operating a franking device?

Before operating a machine, you need a license that is issued by Royal Mail.  Under the license, you must keep your Francotyp Postalia, Neopost or any other frank mail device in good working condition. You must have it inspected for regular maintenance at least once in a year by a certified supplier.

Improving the mail system with Mail franking

Franking machine can offer you huge savings of your company’s ultimate resource- money. But when choosing a device, it very important to spend a significant value of your time in researching to ensure that you get the most appropriate type of device for your organization.

Finding the right franking mail system that would suit your business requirements varies largely on how much mail you are sending everyday, weekly or on a monthly basis.  It is the most obvious tactic to guarantee that you are picking the right device for your business.

To assist you on what to do, here are some points to consider before deciding on what type of frank mail system you will invest:

Weigh up your postage costs

Most of the business owners are aware of the large savings that you may be enjoying when you have frank mail equipment. However, if your mails are not regular and you are only sending few mails in a day or week, then you must consider buying a low volume franking machine instead of a fully automated one.

As a wise businessman, you must know how to calculate the returns on your investment.  So, first step is verifying your postage volume.  Basically, they can be classified as:

1.      Low-volume: up to 30 mails daily

2.      Mid-volume: 20 to 100 mails daily

3.      Mid/ High Volume: 30 to 500 mails daily

4.      High Volume: 500 to 1000 mails daily

Take note that different varieties of machines are increasing depending on the brand and their specifications.  New Low-volume devices usually cost nearly £500 to £1,000, while new medium to high machines come in between £3,000 to as high as £22,000.  There are also machine for hire that is less expensive and practical for some companies.

What’s next?

After making up your mind on what type of device you are going to rent or purchase, you have to search for the various models and makes that would offer you the right specifications, functions and design.  There are renowned four labels to choose from. There are Neopost, Frama, Pitney Bowes and Francotyp Postalia (FP) that are Royal Mail certified and licensed.