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Copiers & Printers for any

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Ford Business Machines carries the top three manufacturer lines of color and monochrome copiers, printers, and multifunction devices. The state-of-the-art office equipment will optimize your document processes within your office. Create high-quality printed documents for less.

Copiers and printers are the cornerstones of document production and office productivity. With multifunction printers, your office can print, copy, scan, and fax all from one convenient device.

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Why FORD Business Machines ?

Choosing the right size copier or printer for your business can seem like a challenging task. Especially if you anticipate fluctuation in your staffing and business needs in the next 3 to 5 years. We are the area’s largest independent dealer of monochrome and color copiers and printers by multiple vendors (Canon, Konica Minolta and Ricoh/Lanier). This provides us the ability to make certain you receive the right print equipment at the right price. And we don't make assumptions. Before we make any recommendations, we evaluate your print history and future requirements, because our goal is to make certain that your business is running efficiently and cost effectively.

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OFFICE EQUIPMENT, COPIERS & LASER PRINTERS

Office technology is ever evolving. Meeting our clients' technology needs by providing state-of-the-art office equipment is our focus. We help ensure this by doing an assessment of your current print environment. We then propose a solution that will grow with you as your business needs continue to evolve. This relationship building process allows us to make sure that we are always providing the solutions that are best for your business. And our ability to deliver a three quote bid from the industry's top manufacturers provides a one-stop-shop for your business processes. We are dedicated to your success and know that your trust and loyalty is imperative to ours.

PRODUCTION PRINTERS

A common misconception when people hear “production printer” is that it belongs in a print shop or copy center. However, in-house production print is an increasingly growing option for corporate marketing departments. With a variety of features (fold, staple, booklet maker, banners, edge cutter, and more) that can be individually selected, you can save money by printing your marketing materials, brochures, employee training manuals, business cards, envelopes, and more right from your office. A lease or financing option can make production printers a very cost effective option. And by bringing your production print in-house, you will eliminate the majority of your outsourced print needs and expense.

Copiers and printers are the cornerstones of document production and office productivity. With multifunction printers, your office can print, copy, scan, and fax all from one convenient device.

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They are a great company to work with. We are happy with the service they provide. Service calls are prompt and they are reasonably priced. Everyone is very friendly and knowledgeable. Our technician has always provided excellent customer service. He has always been prompt, provided great service and educated us as well as helped fix problems when they arise. He went above and beyond helpful service when we had an internal IT problem. We greatly appreciate the service he has provided over the years.

AquaGuard Systems, Inc.

The customer service excels at every level. John Hicks is the best representative ever! He makes sure his customers are taken care of and delivers that personal touch every company wants to have. A tech has been sent asap any time I have had an issue and been taken care of immediately, plus the techs are very talented and personable. They make you feel like they enjoy being there to help you! A+ on every level!

Center Presbyterian Church

Ford Business Machines takes the mystery out of creating a seamless workflow. We can put our energies into our business matters because Ford takes care of the nuts and bolts. Each person I have dealt with has been responsive, courteous and efficient, treating our concern, as small as we are, as a priority.

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Lifesteps has been a customer of Ford Business Machines since 2008. They respond to emerging needs quickly and professionally. Lifesteps have found the Ford Business Machines team to be knowledgeable, responsive, and works with Lifesteps to provide reliable equipment so that we at Lifesteps can focus on our mission as a nonprofit Human Service provider.

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WHAT IS MANAGED PRINT SERVICE (MPS) ?

It’s an entire strategy that not only empowers you with the ability to manage your printer fleet, but also significantly reduce the cost and environmental impact of clicking print.

WHY USE FORD MPS TO REDUCE COST ?

We reduce cost by holding employees and users accountable to every single document that is produced. Studies show that on average, an employee will print 35 pages in a day with 17% of those pages never being used.

HOW MUCH DOES FORD MPS COST?

Ford Business Machines provides customized support packages based on a complimentary and thorough evaluation of your site's current infrastructure and listening to your needs and concerns. Unlike other services providers, we price our services based on the number of peripherals we manage for your organization.

DO I NEED A COLOR OR BLACK & WHITE COPIER?

Regardless of the manufacturer, copiers and printers are available in either black and white or color. Most of the color options can be set to print in black and white only, which provides a significant cost per copy savings with a service agreement but allows the flexibility to print in color when necessary. However, in most cases there is a price to value difference between the two pieces of equipment, so you will want to give some serious thought as to whether having that functionality is worth the investment. If you require color printing, but at a low volume, another option may be to purchase a larger black and white machine and a less expensive desktop color printer.

WHY IS MY COPY VOLUME IMPORTANT?

The number of copies that your company prints per month will determine a few things when purchasing a new copier. If you have a low volume output or it’s for individual use rather than office wide, you will be able to utilize a low volume, slower speed, and less expensive piece of equipment. If you will be using the machine for multiple users or consolidating smaller pieces of equipment, you will want to consider a higher speed multi-function copier, which will avoid print overage charges or excessive wear and tear on the equipment. Either way, it’s very important to get a precise monthly volume count to ensure that any service agreement that you enter into is accurate and that you are only paying for the volume that you’re using.

DOES PAPER QUALITY REALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

The simple answer is yes. Poor quality paper is more susceptible to humidity, which can adversely affect your copier. It also contains a higher amount of paper dust, which will cause paper jams, a reduction in image quality, and machine parts to wear out at a faster rate. In addition, there is a correct way to load the paper into your machine. Since all paper is cut from a roll, it will already have a slight bend to it, so the paper manufacturer marks the packaging to load the paper into the tray the correct way. Following this simple procedure which will reduce issues with paper jams.

WHAT TYPE OF PAPER STOCK CAN I USE?

Paper size and stock are key components in determining what type of machine is right for you. If you regularly print on oversized or non-traditional paper stocks, make certain to address this with your sales representative because each copier has its own individual capabilities.

WHAT TYPE OF FEATURES SHOULD I CONSIDER?

Some features come standard with certain copiers, but in other cases, specific features involve a different add-on, such as a finisher, which will most definitely be an additional expense. If you regularly utilize features such as stapling or hole punching on a large volume scale, you will want to make sure that these features are included with your next machine. However, if you are thinking these would just be nice features to have, you definitely want to discuss your options with your sales representative and weigh the expense versus the benefits before making your decision.

WHAT TYPE OF SECURITY IS AVAILABLE ON A COPIER?

If you work in an industry where you are governed by compliance regulations or you maintain sensitive information, you are aware how important it is to protect the information that flows through a multi-function copier. It is imperative that you discuss security requirements with your sales representative to make certain that the copier you are purchasing contains all necessary security features and that they are enabled prior to use.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY COMPANY WILL BE EXPANDING SOON?

While you may know exactly what your current requirements are, you should consider the potential for growth prior to the payoff of any financed machine. If you expect to have significant changes to your company size and/or capabilities in the not too distant future, you may want to consider making a choice that incorporates those needs now rather than getting stuck in a situation that might involve purchasing a second piece of equipment, or a significant devaluation of your current copier as the result of a lease buyout or trade-in.

SHOULD I LEASE OR BUY A COPIER?

Leasing allows businesses to obtain printers or copiers with low upfront costs and helps preserve credit. Many small businesses have limited access to credit and want to avoid using it whenever possible; leasing equipment is one way to do that. Leasing is also convenient because most equipment providers offer maintenance plans, which can be included in the lease itself or paid for separately. Leasing also provides the ability to upgrade your equipment more frequently. Companies that want to minimize the amount they pay in interest for goods and services will usually opt for buying over leasing. Service contracts will always be negotiated separately with purchase options.

SHOULD I PURCHASE A SERVICE CONTRACT?

Having a service contract in place will provide peace of mind that someone will be responsible for fixing your equipment and minimize your down time. They traditionally include maintenance and most parts replacement for a fixed monthly fee based on a cost per copy. This fixed cost provides your financial department with an easy way to predict the expenditure for budgeting purposes.

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700 Laurel Drive
Connellsville, PA 15425

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503 Martindale Street #130
Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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1920 East State Street
Hermitage, PA 16148

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1-800-633-3673 | info@buyfbm.com

Corporate Headquarters
700 Laurel Drive
Connellsville, PA 15425

Pittsburgh Office (DL Clark Building)
503 Martindale Street #130
Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Shenango Valley Location
1920 East State Street
Hermitage, PA 16148

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