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FP (Francotyp-Postalia), often called FP Mailing, is a German-based mailing solution company. It’s one of the three manufacturers licensed to sell franking machines in the United Kingdom. It’s also the inventor of the automatic franking machine and has been in the postal machinery business since 1923.  FP Mailing is usually considered as somewhere in between … Read more

Pitney Bowes is the UK’s most popular supplier of premium franking machines. It’s one of three authorised manufacturers in the UK. In addition, it offers direct-from-manufacturer franking machines for purchase or lease. As one of the only manufacturers to offer a direct-to-consumer lease with all-inclusive service, Pitney Bowes stands out for businesses looking to simplify … Read more

Quadient is one of the big three authorised franking machine manufacturers in the UK. If you choose to frank mail with the Royal Mail, it’s one of the three manufacturer options you’ll have to choose from.  Quadient stands out for many UK businesses. For example, it has more contracts with third-party and independent suppliers than … Read more

If you’re looking to save on your franking machine, a second-hand or preowned franking machine can be the way to go. Often, used franking machines sell for 30-70% less than the new price, allowing you to slash the total cost of ownership.  At the same time, preowned franking machines aren’t always a great idea. Most … Read more

Franked mail costs up to 40p less for a large business envelope. That can be a big deal for small business owners trying to save on every cost. Still, with the cost of franking machines, you’ll want to shop around, compare rates as much as possible, and get the best possible price on your franking … Read more

Most business owners know that franking mail is faster, easier, and more cost-effective than stamping mail. But, what does franking mail actually cost?  In most cases, you can save anywhere from 4p to £1.34 over online business rates with franked mail. If you’re shipping internationally, you can save up to £7.40 on a single large … Read more

Franking mail is a great way to speed up and reduce the cost of regular business mail. If you’re sending first-class large envelopes, you could save up to 40p per locally posted letter. That adds up fast!  Still, franking can look complicated upfront. Luckily, once you get the hang of it, franking mail is simpler … Read more

Franking machines can save high-volume mailrooms a great deal. However, the machines themselves can be costly. If you’re buying new, prices range from £2,600 to £34,000, although you can drop that by 30-70% with a preowned model.  In addition, most franking machines are leased for a monthly rate including supply, maintenance, inspection, and software updates.  … Read more

Franking machines are one of the easiest and cheapest ways to send high-volume post in the UK. In fact, with rates up to 33% cheaper than stamps, franking can save you a lot. That’s also true in terms of labour, where franking allows you to handle hundreds of letters in a few minutes, right from … Read more