Office Equipment

4 Signs it May Be Time For a New Copier Printer

Submitted by Matthew Eberhart on

You want to get your money's worth out of expensive office equipment, but when does hanging onto an old machine start to cost more than it’s worth? 

As your copier printer ages, it will naturally start encountering more problems, and when these problems start to occur, you’re likely spending more time and money on maintenance than the machine is worth. Trading in your current machine will likely save you money and increase productivity. 

Our printer experts at STPT have been in the business for almost 40 years, and we want to use our know-how to help you maintain your copier printer for as long as possible.

Everything You Need to Know About Chromebook Printing

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

In 2020, it was reported that Chromebooks were outselling Macs two to one. 

Although many people assumed the sudden increase in Chromebook sales was directly related to the Covid-19 pandemic, recent research indicates that Chromebooks by Google and the Chrome OS continues to attract consumer interest because of its low price and easy-to-use interface.

Now, more and more small businesses and organizations are turning to Chromebooks as a cheaper alternative to Windows and Macbook computers.

But as more organizations begin to use Chromebooks in the office, the issue of Chromebook printer compatibility has become more important than ever before.

As a print vendor with nearly 40 years of experience, STPT is knowledgeable and dedicated to helping you adapt your workplace to the demands of the 21st century. 

4 Productivity Tips for Remote Workers

Submitted by Mary Shamburger on

Your alarm goes off at 7 a.m., and you don’t feel worried about being late or fighting traffic to rush to the office at 8. 

You feel relaxed and ready for your workday.

Maybe you take a shower, brush your teeth, put on a nice shirt and some comfy pants, and brew a fresh pot of coffee. 

Now, it is 7:40 a.m., but you still don’t feel the morning anxiety rush.

Why?

Because you are one of the 92 million people in the United States who can work from home flexibly at least part of the time.

While this flexibility has been a positive change for many Americans, there are still growing pains when it comes to getting used to the new home-based work environment.

5 Places to Buy or Lease Printers/Copiers in OKC (2024)   

Submitted by Mary Shamburger on
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Do you live in the Oklahoma City (OKC) area and need a new printer/copier? 

If so, then you will find this list helpful. It can be more difficult than you would think to find the right place to lease or buy a printer for your business.  

There’s a lot that goes into getting a new office machine and where you decide to buy it sets the standard for not only what type of machine you get, but also other crucial factors to having a printer like maintenance, supplies, support, etc.   

​6 Upgrades You Can Purchase for Your Printer 

Submitted by Matthew Eberhart on

If you buy a traditional office printer, you will likely need to buy upgrades for it at some point. 

This could be anything from extra paper trays, stands, WIFI adapters, apps, etc.  

There are a ton of extra accessories you can buy for your printer and that’s why it’s so important to learn about the options available because they do cost money.  

If you don’t want to waste money on upgrades, it’s crucial to learn about the common accessories you can add to your printer so you can decide before buying whether it’s worth the investment.  

​9 Common Printer Problems (Solutions) 

Submitted by Joel Metzler on

Have you ever experienced a paper jam? Had lines going through your prints? Couldn’t connect your printer to Wi-Fi? 

If you’ve ever owned or used a printer, you’re probably well aware of some of these common issues and know firsthand the frustration they can cause. 

As a company whose sold printers/copiers for almost four decades, we have assisted customers with almost any kind of printer problem you can think of. 

We’re going to round up nine of the most frequent issues we’ve run across during our time in the industry and provide you with direct solutions to fix these problems.  

5 Places to Buy or Lease Printers/Copiers in Fort Worth (2024)  

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
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Looking to buy or lease a printer or copier in Fort Worth but don’t know where to look? 

Since Fort Worth is one of the top-five biggest cities in Texas, it can be overwhelming to try and figure out where to get an office machine for your printing needs.  

That is why we are compiling a list of some printer/copier companies located in the Fort Worth area that offer various kinds of machines and services. 

As a company that sells printers/copiers in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and has done so for almost 40 years, we have an insider’s view of the local industry and can give you specific companies located in the area and a description of what they offer.   

What Is Xerox Smart Start and How Do You Install It? 

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
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 Xerox has a software solution, called Xerox Smart Start, that could be your answer if you’re looking to download a printer driver to complete tasks, like printing and scanning, on your printer. 

However, it can be a bit complicated, at least at first, to install. You also might not be fully aware of what Xerox Smart Start is and how it works. 

We’re here to help. As a Xerox Platinum Solutions Partner, we are equipped with the knowledge to help you learn everything you need to know about Xerox Smart Start. 

How To Calculate Your Monthly Print Volume 

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

What is the most important thing to consider when buying a new printer/copier? 

It actually has nothing to do with the look of the machine, the feel of it or how fast it prints. The answer lies in how much it can safely print per month, or its recommended monthly print volume.  

The recommended monthly print volume of a machine is the essential indicator you need to pay close attention to before buying a new office machine. 

But the question becomes: How do you figure out your current, or estimated, monthly print volume so that you can buy a machine that can rightly accommodate it? 

​What Is a Printer/Copier’s Duty Cycle? 

Submitted by Mary Shamburger on

If you’ve ever looked at a printer/copier online, you’re likely familiar with the term “duty cycle.” 

But what does a machine’s duty cycle mean and why is it important? 

These are the types of questions we will use our almost 40 years of industry expertise as a print vendor to answer today because duty cycle is one of the key indicators you need to pay attention to before purchasing a new office machine.  

If you forego a printer’s monthly duty cycle and just buy whichever machine you can find easily, you may be subjecting yourself to more service issues down the road---something we will cover later on in this blog.  

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