Office Equipment Blog from Office Zone

Question:

I am looking for a paper cutter for my husband–he makes greeting cards for family and friends. I have narrow my search down to the dale 550, does this model come with changeable cutting blades?

Cleta G.

Answer:

The Dahle 550 Rotary Paper Cutter is a professional-grade machine intended for medium-volume paper trimming use. It’s especially suited for home crafts, including greeting cards and photo trimming. Although the rotary blade is sharp, it is housed in a sturdy plastic cover, thus ensuring absolute safety.

The cutter features a ground, rotating upper blade, and a ground lower blade. The rotary blade on the trimmer is self-sharpening, thanks to the cutting action against the lower table blade. This model does not come with changeable blades; however, you can always order the replacement blade assembly kit for about $79.

Question:

Good afternoon,

I was reviewing your products and am not sure what would be the right products for my needs. I am a graphic designer and I also supply printing to my clients. I often need tickets and business cards cut, as well as other types of printed products.

Paper used 8.5″ x 11″ up to 12″ x 18″, 100 lb gloss, 70lb text, 20 lb, with and without coating, 1 – 40 pages 1 up to 12 up on a page with and without crop marks. I want to be able to trim quickly and “accurately.” I need something that I can trim multiple pages with ease in a single cut.

I don’t have a lot of money. What items do you suggest?

Katherine R.

Answer:

We recommend the Tamerica GuilloMax Plus Manual Paper Cutter. This is a precise stack cutter loaded with high-end features, and best of all it’s affordable. The GuilloMax Plus is a guillotine-style cutter, capable of cutting through 800 sheets of paper at once. That’s almost two reams of paper!

The cutter uses a unique laser guide to complete high-precision cutting jobs. The wheel-driven paper clamp, that holds your stack of paper firmly in place, looks much like a submarine hatch. This helps reduce slipping and cutting errors. The GuilloMax Plus is not only accurate, but very safe to use.

Question:

I’m interested in the “Super Sealer Shrink Wrap Machine – Deluxe Model.”‘ Will this be okay to wrap paper? — I create bound training manuals, approximately 200 pages each, that need to be wrapped individually (and sometimes in small groups). Thanks in advance for any information that you can provide.

Eric P.

Answer:

The Deluxe Super Sealer Shrink Wrap Machine is an excellent and affordable method to wrap paper. We shrink wrap and archive several documents including old customer invoices on a frequent basis. This particular model is especially handy for shrink wrapping paper, and it’s easy to set up and use.

The Deluxe Super Sealer is a highly effective machine. You can select from five different Deluxe model sizes to meet your requirements. Each Deluxe shrink wrap machine comes complete with a starter roll of shrink film. The heat gun is also included and safe to use in most environments. It may be used for extended periods of time as well.

Question:

Hello,

We have recently purchased several of your FP-1(B) single hole paper punch. And several extra bits to go with them. We have really like the way they handle the work load we give them. However we have one that is beginning to bend on the plate where the bit hits.

Just wondering if we can purchase spare plates for the punches. Will you please let me know if that would be an item we can purchase from you? If it is available, will you please forward part #/price, and how would be the best way to purchase that item.

Thank you,

Betty H.

Answer:

Office Zone sells replacement parts and supplies for the FP-1(B) Single Hole Punch. You can order the parts through our service department. The FP-1(B) helps you punch through a wide variety of materials. This unusual device is rated as a high-capacity paper punch. This particular machine is ideal for punching through large stacks of paper.

You may also find that it works just as well with heat-sensitive materials. Traditional paper drills have a difficult time drilling through plastic-based substances including laminated documents, plastic, vinyl report covers and more.

Question:

I am looking for a folding machine that allows for adjustable (custom) paper sizes. I am making wedding invitations. Does this model allow it?: Dynafold DE-102AF Automatic Paper Folding Machine.

Kelly L.

Answer:

Yes, the Dynafold DE-102AF paper folder will process paper ranging from as small as 3-1/2″ x 5″ up to 8-1/2″ x 14″. The model DE-102AF features adjustable folding plates that let you create a variety of custom folds. It performs up to six different fold types.

The machine is actually capable of self-adjusting to different paper thicknesses. This model uses rubber friction wheels to pull in and fold the paper. The DE-102AF is a friction-feed paper folding machine. That means it is not intended to be used with glossy (slick) paper. The Dynafold DE-102AF holds up to 500 sheets of paper at a time in its hopper, and is capable of folding up to 6,000 8-1/2″ x 11″ sheets per hour.

Question:

Hi,

I am trying to make inquiries about the Hot Foil Stamper / Foil Fuser machines. I am looking for something that is easy to use and also fast. Really need to know what the different types are and why I should get one instead of the other. It will be used mainly for Napkins (weddings, birthdays, events)etc. This machine will be used on electricity power volt of 220v…I am new at this and really don’t need anything complicated.

Thank you.
Bola

Answer:

We recommend the Kwikprint Builder Model 55 foil stamping machine. The model 55 will meet the needs of most entry level hot stamping jobs. The machine may be converted (for an additional fee) to work in locations with 220v power.

Because of its rather simple design, this unit may be easily upgraded with plenty of accessories and attachments. This foil stamper is ideal for several hot stamping projects such as wedding napkins, award ribbons, plastic badges, stationery, cards, document folders, small leather items, acetate, bibles, pencils and and promotional items.

If you intend to use your hot foil stamping machine mainly for imprinting on napkins, then the model 55 is the way to go. You also asked about our foil fusing machines. Foil fusers are used to apply foil to laser-printed documents such as certificates, diplomas and awards. If you plan to produce a significant amount of these type of items, then a foil fuser will save you time, and it comes highly recommended.

Question:

I bought a shrink wrap machine, and roll of shrink wrap in 2008. I have only gone through about 2/3rds of the wrap yet my gun is not working. It shuts off after about 10 minutes and then cools down for 20 minutes and then works again. This has happened 3 times recently. Can you tell me if there is anything I can do?

Thanks,

Randy G.

Answer:

Your shrink wrap heat gun is clearly overheating. Our shrink heat guns come equipped with adjustable temperatures. Try turning the heat temperature down a little to see if that corrects the problem. Or, there could be an issue with the sensor in your heat gun. You can always contact Office Zone’s service department for troubleshooting help or a possible repair.

Question:

Looking for a desktop folder/autosealer. Will be used for direct deposit payment slips; the name and address appears on the bottom of the voucher and fold so that the name appears in the window of envelope and seal. Volume approx. 400 by-weekly.

Sheila P.

Answer:

We recommend the Formax FD 1400 AutoSeal pressure sealer. It will fold and seal most deposit payment slips, right from the convenience of your office desktop. It is small, so it can fit on most desks and tables. The FD 1400 is relatively simple to set up and operate. Its intuitive control panel allows you to adjust the size of the paper (up to 14 inches in length) and select four different types of common folds. Most of our customers use this model to fold and seal their employee paychecks, marketing promotions and other pressure-sensitive documents. The Formax FD 1400 AutoSealer can process 60 forms per minute.

Question:

My company produces 3000 booklets per day, six days per week. Each is an 11×17 inch folded to form a magazine sized booklet. Each booklet consists of two-11×17 sheets folded and inserted to form an 8-page booklet, or newsletter.

We are looking to automate this process. Perhaps you have a product that would accomplish this efficiently and quickly. Any recommendations?

Wes H.

Answer:

The model best suited for your needs is the Sprint 5000 Booklet Maker from MBM. This is a professional-grade booklet making machine. The system is rated to produce up to 1,500 booklets per hour. The Sprint 5000 will easily handle your 11 x 17 sheets. It has a paper size range from 5-1/2″ x 8″ to 11-1/2″ x 17-1/2″. You will also be able to quickly fold and staple your eight-page booklet with this machine.

Question:

Hello, I looked at your site and you have a lot of products. I’m looking for a cheap & simple way to record employee arrival and departure times so I know how much to pay them monthly. I have just 4 employees.

I’m thinking along the lines of a card for each one, or a unique code to punch in. If inexpensive times could be sent weekly by e-mail (I’m away from company 6 months a year, staggered). Please advise what the best solution is and what most small companies do.

MANY THANKS,

Joe D.

Answer:

We do carry an employee time clock system that fulfills all of your requirements. We wouldn’t exactly file this specific time clock under the “cheap” category, but it’s certainly simple to use and definitely worth the investment.

The time clock system that we confidently recommend is the TimeTrax Pro from Pyramid Technologies. This model lets you to grow from a single terminal to a multi-terminal system, depending on your specific needs and staff size. In other words, it can easily handle the addition of new workers. The software may be upgraded all the way up to 9,999 employees.

This model uses Windows-based software that’s relatively simple to install; and is compatible with most popular payroll programs. The TimeTrax Pro features an employee card swipe system and a number pad that may be used to manually input employee codes. The TimeTrax Pro also has an optional modem kit that can send you weekly attendance reports to almost any remote location.