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EMS Copiers Terms Glossary Part 5

As part of our continued effort to communicate with our customers we continue to publish a common sense glossary of frequently used terms and phrases in our sector. Check out our answers below to the most commonly asked questions below.


Desktop MFD

  • Still a popular choice in the small business environment and can also be considered alongside larger MFD’s where a balanced deployment of devices is being considered. Used also where space is at a premium or lower volume or functionality requirements are to be considered.

Digital Copying

  • All MFD’s use digital technology and this works in the same way as a scanner, by breaking up the image into dots (dpi – dots per inch). This is in total contrast to analogue technology which took a picture of the document to be copied. Digital technology provides for better quality and a more efficient process.

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EMS Copiers Terms Glossary

As part of our continued effort to make communication with our customers as easy and fluid as possible here we are publishing the fourth part of our common sense glossary of frequently used terms and phrases in our sector.


Bypass Tray

  • A bypass tray reduces the risk of a paper jam by offering an alternative short, straight paper path. It enables you to copy straight to originals – such as coloured paper, odd-sized paper or card i.e. materials which cannot be fed (or are impossible to feed) from the regular paper tray inside the device. Bypass trays can handle anywhere from 1 – 100 sheets. Bypass trays that can handle more than one sheet are called stackable bypass trays. Larger Multi-Function Devices (MFDs) will have this facility as standard.

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EMS Copiers Terms Glossary

As part of our continued effort to enhance communication with our customers we are publishing the latest instalment of our common sense glossary of common terms and phrases frequently used in the printing and copying industry.


All in Ones

  • A term which is often used to describe multi-function devices (MFDs). An all-in-one device, as the name suggests, is one which performs a variety of functions e.g printing, copying, faxing and scanning. The combination of functionalities in one device offers greater control and efficiency while cutting down on the space used or “footprint” of machines.

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EMS Copiers at IPPN Conference

EMS Copiers were delighted to attend exhibit at the recent IPPN conference in Citywest Hotel in Dublin. The IPPN conference took place on January 29th and 30th. The IPPN conference brings together over 1,000 primary school principals from across Ireland.

EMS Copiers were delighted to showcase their products and services at this event, demonstrating how our services can reduce schools printing costs.


For more information on our products and services and to find out how EMS Copiers can save you money on your printing and copying costs contact Kate Sibbald at kate@emscopiers.ie

EMS Copiers Terms Glossary

As part of our continued effort to make communication with our customers easier and remove the veil of jargon from the world of printing and copying we are regularly publishing a common sense glossary of frequently used terms and phrases in our sector.

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Free XYZ Da Vinci 3D Printer

EMS Copiers are delighted to announce a fantastic promotional offer available to all those attending the IPPN Conference in the Citywest Hotel in Dublin this Thursday and Friday (Jan 29th and 30th).

For every A3 Multi-function printer ordered at the conference we are giving entry to a draw for an amazing XYZ Da Vinci 3-D Printer worth €795 + VAT.

It is a wonderful opportunity to win the latest in 3-D printing technology and one surely not to be missed.


So check out our stall at the IPPN Conference to find out more about how EMS can save you up to 50% on your printing costs and how to enter our draw.

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Choose EMS Copiers

EMS Copiers have been reducing printing costs in Ireland since 1970. We have established a reputation amongst the commercial and education sector for providing high quality products and services. Over recent year the print industry has evolved rapidly and it’s our mission to be at the forefront of providing new printing solutions for our clients.

If you think your business or school needs a detailed analysis of your needs here are 5 reasons to choose EMS Copiers to help you save money, increase efficiency and effectiveness:

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EMS Copiers Terms Glossary

Glossary of Commonly Used Phrases in our sector

Within many industries, including our own, a lot of jargon is often used to simplify expressions, acts or products which are commonly used. While this might be great for those in the know, jargon more often than not alienates and confuses those on the outside who just want things to be said in plain English.

At EMS we are dedicated to putting our knowledge to work for our clients and as part of our effort to communicate with our clients as effectively as we can we will be publishing a common sense glossary of the commonly used phrases in the printing industry.

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EMS Copiers Sponsors Scoil

Green Flag Launch at Scoil Mhuire Clondalkin

EMS Copiers were proud to sponsor Scoil Mhuire Clondalkin who raised their 6th Green Flag on Friday 12th December. This event was attended by Minister Frances Fitzgerald.

The flag was awarded for the schools work on the green flag for Global Citizenship in terms of Litter and Waste. Well done to the green school committee for all their hard work from everyone at EMS Copiers.

EMS Copiers - Who We Are

EMS Copiers have been supplying and servicing printers and copiers since 1970. Founded with the aim of providing expert knowledge and cost effective printing and copying solutions to the Irish market and we believe that these principles are just as valid now as they were then.

To this end we are constantly striving to maintain our position at the cutting edge of global technology advancements and best practice.

As well as being a knowledge leader in terms of technology our other core ambition is to reduce printing costs for our clients’ businesses. EMS Copiers are committed to providing cost effective and bespoke Managed Print Solutions and can reduce your printing and copying costs by up to 50%.

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