Franking Machines for Small Businesses

For small businesses sending anywhere from a handful to a few hundred items per week, a franking machine can save time, cut postage cost and add credibility to your outgoing mail.

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What small businesses usually need

A compact machine sized to low or mid mail volumes.

Mailmark support so business mail looks professional.

A predictable monthly rental rather than a large capital purchase.

Typical use cases

Accountants and solicitors sending client letters.

Ecommerce sellers dispatching packets and parcels.

Charities, schools, GP surgeries and small offices.

Which machine size fits your volume?

Weekly itemsMachine sizeTypical use
Under 50Entry-levelMicro-businesses, home offices
50 – 200Small businessSolicitors, accountants, small offices
200 – 1,000Mid-volumeEcommerce, GP practices, schools
1,000+High-volume / mailroomWarehouses, large offices, local authorities

What to ask suppliers

  • How many items do we send per week?
  • Do we need parcels as well as letters?
  • Do we need a scale for accurate weighing?
  • Is a 12-month contract available?
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