Printing, Imaging & Consumables

Choosing printers and supplies that keep costs down

With printing, the purchase price of the hardware is only part of the story - the ongoing cost of consumables usually matters more. Here is how to buy smart.

Laser vs inkjet

• Laser devices suit high-volume text printing with a low cost per page and are the workhorse choice for most offices.
• Inkjet can be better for lower volumes, color-rich documents or wide-format needs.

Watch the cost per page

Two printers with similar prices can have very different running costs. Compare the yield of their cartridges (pages per cartridge) against cartridge price to estimate cost per page, and consider high-yield cartridges for busy devices.

Genuine vs compatible consumables

Genuine manufacturer cartridges give predictable yield and print quality and avoid warranty complications. We supply genuine consumables and can set up standing orders so you never run out of a critical cartridge.

Multifunction and scanning

A multifunction device (print, copy, scan, fax) consolidates hardware and is often more cost-effective than separate machines. If you digitize a lot of paper, look at dedicated scanners with automatic document feeders and the right software support.

Ordering the right supply the first time

Cartridge part numbers vary by region and printer revision. Send us your printer model or the exact cartridge part number and we will confirm the correct match - and quote volume pricing for government, education and business accounts.