Colour Laser

How Cost Effective Are Colour Laser Printers?

Printers are a very important part of most people's everyday lives. No longer do we need to write everything out in paper. In fact, most workplaces now require that everyone use the printer to complete their jobs. With this in mind, modern offices now require a printer that can accommodate the requests of everyone at the same time, and can print out their requests in a reasonable amount of time.

What everyone looks to right now is the colour laser printer. They are quite different from the standard printer as they can hold much more paper, and they print much faster. The big question that most people are going to have however is whether or not they are actually cost effective. That is a fair question actually, so let's talk about a few of the costs that laser printers incur on a company.

The biggest cost to worry about is the cost of ink. If you have researched laser printers at all, then you know that their toner cartridges will cost almost as much as the printer that you use them in. Luckily the toner will last for about two years, but at that point many businesses choose to buy new laser printers rather than purchasing toner cartridges for outdated models.

When you are dealing with colour laser printers, you are in a whole different game. Colour cartridges for regular printers are very expensive, and that is just as true when you are talking about laser printers. This leads many to wonder whether or not these printers are really cost effective.

You may also have repair costs. Sometimes your printer will break down and you cannot afford to send it back to the factory for a repair. This is not a question of money, it is a question of productivity. Laser printers are complicated, like copiers. Unless you have someone in the office who is certified to fix it, then you are going to have to call in a technician, and the company will have to pay for this little endeavour. One could use the excuse that all printers require repair at some point, but in truth you will find many more laser printers that need repair than inkjet printers.

Whether or not it is all cost effective depends highly on how much these printers are helping the productivity of your workers. If they are able to complete their work in a faster manner, then you are probably bringing more money into the company than the laser printers are sending out. If you find this to be true, then you have made a worthy investment in your company.

Yes, they are extremely expensive. Yes, they are large, but in the end it is up to you to decide whether or not they are worth having around. The idea is to bring in more money, and if you can do this then you have succeeded. So evaluate the workers in your office, and decide whether or not your company can benefit from a colour laser printer.

Ultimately a good laser printer will be supremely quicker than any inkjet equivalent and the cost per print can well work out significantly cheaper, that is if it doesn't encounter problems. Less ink is put on the page, and it is done so through a powder mixture within the toner cartridge rather than a liquid ink - decreasing the drying time in the process too.

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Derek Rogers is a freelance writer who writes for a number of UK businesses. For a wide range of printers and products by brand, he recommends Printware Ltd, a leading provider of
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Samsung CLP-325W Wireless Colour Laser Printer $169.99 Samsung CLP-325W Wireless Colour Laser Printer

Samsung Transfer Belt for Colour Laser Printers $175.99 50000 Page CLP-T660B Laser Samsung Transfer Belt Transfer Belt for Colour Laser Printers www.samsungusa.com

Brother Fusing Unit For HL-2700CN Colour Laser Printer $448.99 5% 60000 Page Brother HL-2700CN Colour Laser Printer Brother Brother Industries, Ltd FP4CL Fuser Fusing Unit For HL-2700CN Colour Laser Printer Laser www.brother-usa.com

Dell 1250c Colour Laser Printer. $89.99 Finally, everything you need in an office colour printer, but in a smaller package. Enjoy high-quality printouts and fast printing speeds with the Dell 1250c Colour Printer, the world's smallest A4 colour laser-class printer with amazing colour. Uses 4 seperate colour toner cartridges.Printer:Print speed - black text: 12ppm (pages per minute).Print speed - colour text: 10ppm (pages per minute).Up to 600 x 600dpi print resolution.USB port.Connectivity:USB (cable not included).General information:150 sheet paper capacity.Compatible with Windows XP or later, Mac OS X v10.3.9 and higher.Size H22.5, W39.4, D22.5cm.Weight 10.5kg.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 5391519474167.

Samsung CLP-325 Colour Laser Printer $159.99 A great choice if space is limited the Samsung CLP-325 is among the world's smallest colour laser printers. It's small and also nippy - printing four pages per minute in colour and 16 pages per minute in mono. Paper input capacity is 130 sheets.

Brother HL-3040CN Colour Laser Printer $269.99 With printing speeds up to 17 ppm in both colour and monochrome, and up to 600 x 2400 dpi resolution, the Brother HL-3040CN Colour Laser printer is ideal for printing high-impact, colour brochures, presentations and other important business documents, quickly and affordably. Features Laser 17 Pages per minute Colour/monochrome Print resolution: 600 x 2400dpi Network compatible The HL-3040CN printer provides a built-in Ethernet interface, which makes it easy to share its brilliant colour printing capabilities on your network or at the office. The Brother HL-3040CN helps you to reduce print costs with toner save mode and helps extend the life of your toner cartridge. The HL-3040CN includes a 1 year limited exchange express warranty and machine lifetime toll-free technical support. UPC: 12502622338 Manufacturer's Part Number: HL3040CN

Samsung / Samsung Transfer Belt for Colour Laser Printers / CLP-T660B $202.48 Samsung - Samsung Transfer Belt for Colour Laser Printers - CLP-T660B

Brother Waste Toner Pack For HL-2700CN Colour Laser Printer $11.99 12000 Page @ 5% Coverage Brother HL-2700CN Colour Laser Printer Brother Brother Industries, Ltd Laser WT4CL Waste Toner Pack For HL-2700CN Colour Laser Printer Waste Toner Unit www.brother-usa.com

Samsung CLP-320 Colour Laser Printer $199.99 Your printer just became the most productive worker in your office. The stylish and compact Samsung CLP-320 Colour Laser Printer does the job of several large printers. With fast network capabilities, your colleagues can easily connect to the CLP-320 and achieve high-quality colour printing performance, without having to rely on a fleet of printers to meet their needs. The incredible 2400 x 600 dpi effortlessly delivers maximum colour and detail while stylishly sporting a minimal design with a chic black and creme grey finish that fits and looks great virtually anywhere. Unlike most heavy duty printers, the CLP-320 has a convenient power switch located on the front panel for quick powering on or off. Plus, you easily switch to an energy-saving standby mode at the push of a button. How's that for an accommodating design? Features Colour Laser 16 ppm for mono and 4 ppm for colour In Ready Mode 2400 x 600 dpi resolution MobilePrint application 256 MB Memory Ultra-quiet output-45 dBA (Colour) and 47 dBA (Mono) The CLP-320's fast printing capabilities of 16 ppm for mono and 4 ppm for colour will keep you on the ball. In Ready Mode, the CLP-320 features a First Page Output Time (FPOT) of only 14 seconds for black and 26 seconds for colour, satisfying your need for speed. And, with a whispering output of just 45 dBA (Colour) and 47 dBA (Mono), you'll be able to work in complete peace and quiet. Designing a new project is made simple with the CLP-320 printer. Easily select, drag, and drop content from different web pages onto a printable scrap board in your browser window and you have the perfect tool to arrange and edit useful reference points and resources you can only find on the web. In addition, the CLP-320 features Samsung MobilePrint, a downloadable free application, which enables you to print photos, documents and web pages directly from your Android smartphone or tablet . The application also enables scanning documents to your mobile device directly. More than just a printer, the Samsung CLP-320 creates an entire networking environment that you can access in the office or on the go. Putting you on your way to becoming the most productive operative in your office-next to the CLP-320 of course. UPC: 29521843309 Manufacturer's Part Number: PPU5000

Samsung CLP325 Colour Laser Printer. $119.99 The Samsung CLP325 Colour Laser Printer boasts a handy 'Print Screen' button that allows you to print out exactly what's on your screen with one touch. This stylish device also has a 'Toner Save' mode that extends the life of your toners by up to 30%. Please Note: A USB cable is not included as stated in the catalogue.Printer:Print speed - black text: 16ppm (pages per minute).Print speed - colour text: 4ppm (pages per minute).Up to 2400 x 600dpi print resolution.USB (cable not included).130 sheet paper capacity.LCD display.Uses 4 ink cartridges.Compatible with Windows 2000 or later, Mac OS X v10.4 and higher, Linux.Size H24.3, W38.8, D31.3cm.Weight 11kg.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 8808993628551.

Laser Sphere Colour Changing Lamp. $21.99 This fascinating laser sphere lamp changes between colours. Wonderfully atmospheric the laser sphere can project onto walls and ceilings to create exciting patterns.Silver coloured base.Size H14, W11.5, D14cm.Diameter of base 14cm.Diameter of shade 11.5cm.Bulbs required 9 x LED (included).

Colour $10 Colour

Hewlett-Packard LaserJet CP1025nW Laser Colour Printer. $159.99 An incredbily small colour laser printer that is also amazingly energy efficient. Compact, it is ideal for home office who want high-quality colour, with wireless and Ethernet connectivity.Printer:Print speed - black text: 16ppm (pages per minute).Print speed - colour text: 4ppm (pages per minute).Up to 600 x 600dpi print resolution.Connectivity:USB.Wireless/WiFi enabled.Ethernet.General information:150 sheet paper capacity.LED display.Uses 4 ink cartridges.Compatible with Windows XP or later, Mac OS X v10.5 and higher, Linux.Includes USB cable.Size H22.28, W39.96, D28.6cm.Weight 12.1kg.Manufacturer's 1 year guarantee.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 885631350881.

Samsung CLP-325 Colour Laser Printer. $159.99 Includes print screen button for one touch printing and 30% toner save mode to extend the life of your toners.Printer:Print speed - black text: 16ppm (pages per minute).Print speed - colour text: 4ppm (pages per minute).Up to 2400x600dpi print resolution.Card slots:USB port.Connectivity:USB.Ethernet.General information:130 sheet paper capacity.Uses 4 ink cartridges.Compatible with Windows 2000 or later, Mac OS v10.3 to 10.6, Linux.Size H24.3, W38.8, D31.3cm.Weight 11kg.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 8808993628551.

Samsung CLP325W Wireless Colour Laser Printer. $169.99 The Samsung CLP325W Wireless Colour Laser Printer boasts a handy 'Print Screen' button that allows you to print out instantly what's on your screen. This reliable device also has a 'Toner Save' mode that extends the life of your toners by up to 30%. This printer also includes a 'One Touch' Wi-Fi setup connecting your printer to a wireless network with one touch. Printer:Print speed - black text: 16ppm (pages per minute).Print speed - colour text: 4ppm (pages per minute).Up to 2400 x 600dpi print resolution.USB.Wireless/WiFi enabled.Ethernet.130 sheet paper capacity.LCD display.Uses 4 ink cartridges.Compatible with Windows 2000 or later, Mac OS X v10.4 and higher, Linux.Includes USB cable.Size H24.3, W38.8, D31.3cm.Weight 11kg.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 8808993628568.

Samsung CLX-3185/SEE 3 in 1 Colour Laser Printer. $249.99 Productivity is a key to running any office or professional workgroup. The ultra-versatile, fast-printing CLX-3185 is designed to deliver productivity. Now you can print, copy and scan with convenience, ease and speed. Why clutter a corner of your office with several different machines when all you need is one versatile device - the 3-in-1 CLX-3185 laser multifunction printer.Printer:A4 print speed - black text: 17ppm (pages per minute).A4 print speed - colour text: 4ppm (pages per minute).Up to 2400 x 600dpi print resolution.130 sheet paper capacity.Uses 4 ink cartridges.Scanner:1200 x 1200dpi optical resolution.Copier:Reduce and enlarge function.USB port.Connectivity:USB (cable not included).General information:LCD display.Compatible with Windows 2000 or later.Compatible with Mac OS X.Compatible with Linux.Size H31.04, W41.6, D37.8cm.Weight 14.2kg.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 8808993621927.

Konica Minolta Colour Toner Cartridge $635.99 A0310NH Color Colour Toner Cartridge Konica Minolta Laser Toner Cartridge www.konicaminolta.us

Epson C4200DN AcuLaser Colour Laser Printer. $1019.99 For the busy workgroup that demands a reliable, colour printer with a low cost of ownership, this is ideal. With fast print speeds, standard duplex printing plus easy network integration, quality is never comprised with this dependable unit.Printer:Print speed - black text: 35ppm (pages per minute).Print speed - colour text: 25ppm (pages per minute).Double sided (duplex) printing.USB port.Connectivity:USB (cable not included).Ethernet.General information:700 sheet paper capacity.Uses 4 ink cartridges.Compatible with Windows 98/ME/2000/XP.Size H45.7, W43.7, D58.8cm.Weight 34.5kg.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 8715946291055.

HP Colour Laser Paper A4 160 g/m² 250 Blatt $12.36 COLOUR LASER PAPER. Besonders kräfig und schwer (in 160 g/m²-Qualität) extra glatt und weiß für Farbgrafiken mit hohem Kontrast! Es eignet sich ideal für Präsentationsausdrucke Berichte Zusammenfassungen Kataloge oder Farbkopien in Ihrem HP Laserdrucker oder Hochleistungskopierer.

HP Colour Laser Paper A4 200 g/m² 250 Blatt $13.79 COLOUR LASER PAPER. Besonders kräfig und schwer (in 200 g/m²-Qualität) extra glatt und weiß für Farbgrafiken mit hohem Kontrast! Es eignet sich ideal für Präsentationsausdrucke Berichte Zusammenfassungen Kataloge oder Farbkopien in Ihrem HP Laserdrucker oder Hochleistungskopierer.

HP Colour Laser Paper A4 250 g/m² 250 Blatt $16.29 COLOUR LASER PAPER. Besonders kräfig und schwer (in 250 g/m²-Qualität) extra glatt und weiß für Farbgrafiken mit hohem Kontrast! Es eignet sich ideal für Präsentationsausdrucke Berichte Zusammenfassungen Kataloge oder Farbkopien in Ihrem HP Laserdrucker oder Hochleistungskopierer.

HP Colour Laser Paper A4 280 g/m² 125 Blatt $11.89 COLOUR LASER PAPER. Besonders kräfig und schwer (in 280 g/m²-Qualität) extra glatt und weiß für Farbgrafiken mit hohem Kontrast! Es eignet sich ideal für Präsentationsausdrucke Berichte Zusammenfassungen Kataloge oder Farbkopien in Ihrem HP Laserdrucker oder Hochleistungskopierer.

HP Colour Laser Paper A3 90 g/m² 500 Blatt $23.79 COLOUR LASER PAPER. Besonders kräfig und schwer (in 90 bzw. 100 g/m2-Qualität) extra glatt und weiß für Farbgrafiken mit hohem Kontrast! Es eignet sich ideal für Präsentationsausdrucke Berichte Zusammenfassungen Kataloge oder Farbkopien in Ihrem HP Laserdrucker oder Hochleistungskopierer.

HP Colour Laser Paper A4 120 g/m² 250 Blatt $8.32 COLOUR LASER PAPER. Besonders kräfig und schwer (in 120 g/m²-Qualität) extra glatt und weiß für Farbgrafiken mit hohem Kontrast! Es eignet sich ideal für Präsentationsausdrucke Berichte Zusammenfassungen Kataloge oder Farbkopien in Ihrem HP Laserdrucker oder Hochleistungskopierer.

HP Colour Laser Paper A3 120 g/m² 250 Blatt $14.98 COLOUR LASER PAPER. Besonders kräfig und schwer (in 120 g/m²-Qualität) extra glatt und weiß für Farbgrafiken mit hohem Kontrast! Es eignet sich ideal für Präsentationsausdrucke Berichte Zusammenfassungen Kataloge oder Farbkopien in Ihrem HP Laserdrucker oder Hochleistungskopierer.

Samsung CLX318FW All-in-one Laser Colour Printer $429.99 Whether you're printing out a presentation for that big meeting or scanning a few favourite photos to send to family members, the versatile Samsung CLX-3185FW all-in-one printer lets you do it all. Use the ultra-handy Wi-Fi setting to quickly and simply connect to your wireless network for convenient printing from almost anywhere. Just one quick touch is all it takes-no manual configurations or complicated pass codes. This liberating convenience is matched by impressive, high quality colour printing with up to 2400 x 600 dpi and fast 16ppm output. The Samsung CLX318FW packs speed, convenience and power, all in a sleek and compact body that fits just about anywhere. Features All-in-one 16 pages per minute (black), 4 ppm (colour) Print, copy, scan, and fax 2400 x 600 dpi resolution Ethernet and wireless connectivity UPC: 635753 716597 Manufacturer's Part Number: CLX-3185FW/XAA

HP Colour LaserJet Fuser Kit for HP CP4525 Laser Jet. $260.99 The HP Colour LaserJet 220V fuser kit makes business documents stand out, in colour and sharp black text, using original HP cartridges with ColorSphere toner.Keep printing costs low while maintaining productivity.Get print shop quality results in the office. HP toner is compatible with a wide range of laser papers and delivers consistent results.Length - 29 cm.Height -12cm.Gross weight - 0.5 kg.EAN/Barcode 00884420403661.Free delivery by post.

Dell 1350cnw Wireless Wi-Fi Colour Laser Printer. $154.99 Finally, everything you need in an office colour printer, but in a smaller package. Enjoy WiFi connectivity, high-quality printouts and fast printing speeds with the Dell 1350cnw Colour Printer, the world's smallest A4 colour laser-class printer with easy networking. Meet the reliable, revolutionary and compact printer that's ready to work hard for your businessPrinter:Print speed - black text: 15ppm (pages per minute).Print speed - colour text: 12ppm (pages per minute).Up to 600 x 600dpi print resolution.USB port.Connectivity:USB (cable not included).Wireless/WiFi enabled.Ethernet.General information:150 sheet paper capacity.Uses 4 ink cartridges.Compatible with Windows XP or later, Mac OS X v10.3.9 and higher.Size H22.5, W39.4, D30cm.Weight 10.6kg.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 5391519474174.

Brother MFC9320CW Digital Colour all-in-one Laser Printer $549.99 The Brother MFC-9320CW is a compact, yet powerful digital colour all-in-one printer that delivers brilliant colour prints along with excellent network connectivity via built-in wireless and Ethernet interfaces. Create stunning colour brochures, presentations and more with up to 600 x 2400 dpi resolution and print speeds up to 17 pages per minute. Features All-in-one Digital Colour Laser Printer 17 pages per minute Print, scan, copy, and fax 600 x 2400 dpi print resolution Ethernet and wireless interfaces The MFC-9320CW offers flexible connectivity with Ethernet and wireless interfaces, so it can be installed on a wired or wireless network for multiple users to share printing, scanning and PC-faxing functions. Enjoy the convenience of stand-alone copying and copy reduction or enlargement from 25-400%. When it comes to faxing, you have the flexibility of stand-alone faxing or sending faxes from your computer . The Brother MFC-9320CW printer also has a USB Direct Interface to print from or scan to your USB flash memory drive or print from your PictBridge-enabled camera ! Includes 1-year limited exchange express warranty. UPC: 741235165040 Manufacturer's Part Number: UT-JSPH01

Laser $10 Laser

The Laser Book $24.95 Bursting with practical advice on rigging, launching and sailing in all conditions, this is the ultimate guide for all Laser sailors, whatever your level. Colour photographs and illustrations help the beginner turn from novice to competent club racer within weeks of getting afloat. The more experienced sailor will find the go-fast tips from sailing champions invaluable. We tell you everything you need to know, from setting up, right through to sailing your Laser. The book also includes: Setting up new control lines Mastering the Standard, 4.7 and Radial rigs Going faster – upwind and downwind Avoiding common mistakes Outsmarting the opposition Whether you’re new to sailing or you’re looking to get a head start when racing, The Laser Book is the only book you need to reach top gear. WORLD CLASS RACERS SHARE THEIR SECRETS Paul Goodison (Standard rig) who is the current World number one Laser sailor, an Olympic Gold medallist, European and British Champion. Steven Cockerill (Radial rig) has been a 6 time Laser Radial National Champion and Radial Masters World Champion Philip White (4.7 Rig) who was 4 th in the Laser 4.7 Worlds

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