Choosing a Wide Format Printer, Copier Or Scanner

Consider these important considerations when buying a copier, scanner, printer or wide format printer. Also, consider whether to purchase new or used. Think about how the equipment will be used. How will it affect your business. And how long it will take to pay back the investment. There are many positives that can be attributed to a business purchasing a wide format printer, copier or scanner. You can save about half the cost of a used wide format printer, copier, or scanner than you would pay for new equipment. Prices range from approximately $600 to $1000 at the low end to over $12,000 for refurbished plotters, scanners, copiers and printers with wide format configurations. All refurbished and re-formatted machines must come with their own warranty. Only buy from reputable companies that stand behind their products 100%.

Wide format machinery allows you to create different materials with no need to join them together. This is an advantage in terms of looks and durability. This allows you to easily create larger banners, banners, window-cling signs, and other retail signage. High volume businesses such as print shops, advertising agencies and retail stores can reap the benefits of this technology. These businesses can save money by purchasing a wide format printer, copier, or scanner due to the large number of items they require.

Any business that makes signage or reproductions can benefit from the purchase of quality equipment. It is possible to produce output in-house at a fraction of the cost than having to send jobs to outside sources for large machine production. When working with large format, such as CAD and blueprints or large photos or drawings, or any other type of artwork that can be handled quickly, wide format is a good option. Large format machines can be used to copy, scan, and print large artworks and designs. You can print multiple pieces with wide format printers, which is a time- and cost-saving advantage.

Many large format printers can handle paper sizes between 24″ and 42″. You can achieve high speed output by using fast drying inkjet printing and convenient roll papers. High quality line drawings, renderings and photographs can be reproduced at high speed with high resolution. This is particularly useful when creating maps and other geographical renditions in monochrome, full color. This is a great way to archive documents and records.

The possibilities are limitless when it comes to how wide format machinery can be used. Wide format printers can print large-format posters, artwork, or photographs quickly and economically. Large jobs can be run together or mixed together, and you can obtain large quantities quicker than with smaller machines. Large format scanners, copiers, and printers can handle text books, manuals, and other descriptive materials with photos. Consider purchasing this equipment if you require large volumes.

Source: Stephen A. Daniels