Cloud-based, mobile, scanning and security technologies are continuing to evolve very rapidly, so if your copier is unable to keep up, then holding onto a piece of equipment just to squeeze a bit more mileage out of it, in the long run, could end up costing you a lot more.
So although your copier could potentially last longer, it might be better to consider upgrading it - or getting an additional copier. A good salesperson will help identify what you actually need, and not simply what they would like to sell to you. Even for the most diligent teams, a printer's lifetime will eventually come to an end. Concluding if your machine's time has come involves more than the printer literally falling to pieces.
It also goes back to that seven-year timeline which relates to more than the physical survival of the printer. It also concerns the availability of those broken-and all-important-OEM parts.
Seven years after a device has been discontinued, the manufacturers have the right to stop producing its parts. If your equipment breaks down after these parts no longer exist, then it's likely time to retire the machine.
Also, just like OEM parts, a device's security and firmware update features can be discontinued after seven years. In today's world where data protection should always be a top priority, it's critical to stay up-to-date with the latest security best practices to protect your network, your business, and your customer's sensitive data.
In short, the lifetime of a printer really comes down to proper maintenance and choosing the perfect machine for your company. Think it might be time to purchase a new printer or copy machine? Have questions about your current office printer environment? Contact Us. Pay My Account. Invoice Usage. Remote Support.
Web Mail. Customer Login. How Is a Printer's Lifetime Determined? They are: How much the copier has been used. Most copier manufacturers have a baseline for how many hours their machines can be expected to operate effectively throughout the course of their lifespan. Even the copier manufacturers know that nothing lasts forever. A copier that has seen minimal use over a two-year period is going to be in much better shape and have a lot more 'life' left than a copier that ran nearly constantly, from every weekday, in the same time period.
Whether it is meeting ongoing copy and print demand. As businesses grow and scale, their needs for copying and printing are going to naturally change. So, a mid-range copier may not be adequate for a company that has been experiencing significant growth. Even a fairly new copier can be considered 'behind the times' if it can't perform against the demanding needs of the company or individual who owns or leases it. Understanding How Long Copiers Last The lifespan of your copier depends on the brand, model, and style of the copier itself.
Check the manual. Check the service recommendations in the manual. Do the math yourself. Printer And Copier Repair Modern-day photocopiers are capable of performing a variety of different tasks.
They are made from many small parts that are susceptible to heat, humidity, dust, and general wear and tear. Regular, scheduled maintenance can ensure that the printer remains clean and in full working order before it breaks down. Following the maintenance instructions provided by the manufacturer, keeping the printer clean, and using it gently will help it last longer. Most multifunction printer copier user manuals will have specific recommendations on how often it needs to be serviced and how to complete regular tasks such as cleaning specific parts.
A refurbished unit is, however, an option if you foresee your business needs changing in the near future, and therefore a long life expectancy is not as important as a low cost at the time of purchase. Be careful to make sure parts and support will be available for the length of time you hope to keep the unit.
Issues arise when long term leases are signed on units that will no longer be supported before the lease ends. You might purchase a printer expecting it to last five to ten years based on your current needs but find that your needs change and the printer becomes obsolete before it reaches the end of its life.
Technology is evolving, and printer features and functions are constantly improving, plus parts and supplies get discontinued. A copier could still be in great working condition, but not delivering as much productivity as a new model could especially when scanning and connecting to particular software workflows. Also, just like OEM parts, a printer's security and firmware update features can be discontinued after seven years.
In short, the lifetime of a printer really comes down to proper maintenance and choosing the perfect machine for your company. Think it might be time to purchase a new printer or copy machine? Have questions about your current office printer environment? We'd love to help! Schedule a free, minute consultation , and the imageOne team will show you the way. Melina East has been a customer service driven account manager for 8 years. She joined the imageOne team in to deliver extraordinary experiences for our customers.
She is passionate about helping customers run as efficiently as possible and meet their technology goals. Outside of the office Melina enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, and playing video games. Client Center. Melina East Managed Print. About Melina East Melina East has been a customer service driven account manager for 8 years. As such, each individual copier's life expectancy varies. Refurbished copiers typically don't last as long as copiers that were bought new, but they can provide greater value in terms of cost of ownership -- for instance, a two-year old refurbished copier purchased at a value price may still have up to eight years of life.
When your device does kick the bucket, recyclers across the country accept large copiers and other office machines, and some copier manufacturers take back their own products for recycling purposes. Dan Ketchum has been a professional writer since , with work appearing online and offline in Word Riot, Bazooka Magazine, Anemone Sidecar, Trails and more.
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