Define the primary business use before you buy optical scanners

Scanners used for graphics will be the traditional flatbed form. Capable of higher resolutions the optical scanners high power to blown up to billboard size proportions is perfect for creative work. Data optical scanners designed for fast document processing come in varied speeds and scanning capabilities.

I recommend: GTCO CalComp, Inc. produces industrial scanners for graphic work with sizes that can even handle large blueprints in scan qualities of 9600 dpi. Document collection scanners from Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. combine fast scanning in applications ranging from remote capture products for banks to mass storage scanners for big business.

Purchase an industrial optical scanner that meets the needs of your business

Flatbed optical data scanners are great for graphics, but document storage across a corporation requires an optical scanner for data with a built in feed hopper. Self-feeding models that are capable of verifying image quality as well as filing documents based on user-defined profiles are now available. Finding the right scanner the first time saves money and time.

I recommend: Speed matters and Oce North America, Inc. provides fast and reliable scanners for medium to large businesses. Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. has a wide range of desktop scanners designed to work in small to medium office environments.

Consider used or refurbished optical scanners to lower implementation costs

Refurbished commercial scanners go through rigorous testing and often carry an identical manufactures warranty. Budget conscience businesses can also leverage the sale of used equipment from upgrading or liquidating companies. Buying used and refurbished allows you to purchase more for less.

I recommend: Meta Enterprises, LLC provides a complete line of refurbished scanners from single feed to large hopper models from every major manufacturer. Used scanners from IDEAL Scanners & Systems, Inc. are fully tested optical scanners direct from the manufacturer to provide a high level of service and support.