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Reach People with Paper

Author: InkyAndTheBrain
April 21, 2010

When promoting your company or service, you want to be able to tell your customers a lot about it. One way of communicating your message and reaching your target market is through brochures. It is a compact and economical way to inform your customers of what your company can offer, and people are more likely to pay attention to something tangible, as opposed to words on a screen. Remember though, people are deterred by too much text, so use a combination of graphics and bullet points as well.

Many print shops can make brochures, but printing your own is always an option. With the advancements in Epson printer ink and other printing related technologies, you can create professional-quality documents in your own home or office. The quality of the paper and printing is very important since it will be the first hand contact your customers will have of you.

How to Find Discount Ink

Author: InkyAndTheBrain
February 8, 2010
Epson ink cartridges

In a time where prices are rising and the economy is slowing down, it’s great to find savings everywhere you can. Printer ink in the store isn’t cheap, and it can be frustrating to spend hundreds of dollars every year paying for ink or toner cartridges.

But at Web sites you can find ink at much more affordable prices. Discounted Brother, Dell and Epson ink cartridges will save you money over time, and is just as good as the ink you buy in stores. So don’t waste time and gas trying to get to the store, only to be a victim of markup, when you could get the same quality item without ever leaving your home.

Perfect Gifts for Graduates

Author: InkyAndTheBrain
June 30, 2009
Perfect Gifts for Graduates

Graduation season is a time for celebration as college students move on to their future careers. However, this year, the recession has taken a toll on finding a job after college, and only about 25% of students have jobs set up for the future. While it’s nice to supplement a graduating student with a little cash to make a dent in student loans, it’s a better idea to help them in their job search. Consider these helpful products as graduation gifts:

_Epson Printer – with an Epson printer, college students can print out resumes, cover letters, and all kinds of important job documents for their job search. Don’t forget to provide a few extra Epson ink cartridges as well.

_Suit or Sports Jacket – there’s nothing more important than making a good first impression on a job interview, and students can’t do this without the right apparel.

_Smartphone – while a smartphone can provide entertainment, it’s also quite useful as a personal organizer, GPS device, and communication instrument. Smartphones are great for people who want to maximize their efficiency on-the-go.

An Environmental History of Epson

Author: InkyAndTheBrain
August 29, 2008
Epson ink cartridges

Epson’s history of environmentalism goes back to the 1940s and 1950s, when their parent company, Seiko (the ones who made the famous watches), conducted thorough wastewater processing before drainage to Lake Suwa, Japan.  During the 1970s and 1980s, Epson and their parent company introduced facilities that consistently saved energy and resources, establishing and following anti-pollution standards that were stricter than government regulations.

During the 1990s and into the 2000s, Epson received several prestigious awards honoring their efforts at ozone protection, introducing groundbreaking company environmental policies and beginning recovery and recycling programs for used Epson ink cartridges in Japan, Taiwan, and Europe. Epson also continued to establish superior technology for reducing and eliminating many harmful solvents and chemicals in their manufacturing processes, set historical precedents for achievement of zero emissions at several major production plants, began recovery and recycling of used ink cartridges in the United States, and developed earth-friendly packaging.  In recent years, they have continued to receive “green” awards. 

Cleaning Tips for an Inkjet Printer

Author: InkyAndTheBrain
May 2, 2008
Epson printer

When your print job isn’t up to par, you can get rid of smudges, white lines and reduce paper jams by simply cleaning your printer.Most inkjets have a self-cleaning process you can access from your printer’s control panel. If that process doesn’t remedy the problem, try one of the following.

1. Inkjet cleaning cartridges flush dirt and debris out of clogged printer nozzles, restoring the quality of your prints and prolonging the life of your print heads. However, take care that the cleaning fluid you use is approved for your brand and model of printer.

2. Before cleaning inside your inkjet, turn it off and unplug it. Let it cool down if necessary.

3. Dust, hair, and lint from inexpensive papers can gum up your printer’s rollers. A computer vacuum is usually a safe way to remove debris.

These short, easy tips should help any printer and its cartridge be it Epson ink cartridges or an HP printer.

April 5, 2008

Epson Ink CartridgesPreventive Maintenance

Regular cleaning and maintenance will go a long way toward extending the life of your printer. In general, your printer will not require much maintenance, but you should make it a practice to clean the outside whenever you replace the printer ink cartridge. Simply wipe it with a damp cloth, but be careful that no moisture gets inside the printer and be sure to disconnect the power before starting. If necessary, use a soft brush or a computer vacuum cleaner to remove lint and dust from the sheet feeder and paper path. Placing a cover over the printer when it is not in use is a good idea in order to keep dust and foreign particles away from the print heads.

On and Off

This may seem like a basic thing, turning a printer on and off…How can that be a problem? It isn’t unless you turn it on and off from a power strip. Never do that. When you turn a printer off, it parks the heads in a very specific place. Shutting the printer down from a power strip may by pass the normal shut down procedure and the heads may not be parked properly. This can lead to the head drying out and becoming clogged.

Welcome!

Author: InkyAndTheBrain
April 5, 2008

Epson Ink CartridgesMy House of Ink is your singular source for affordable printer ink, laser toner and printing accessories.  Boasting uncommon affordability, expert service and fast, professional delivery we’re making our way as the premier online retailer of competitively priced office supplies.  If you’ve ever had to buy ink and laser toner at a traditional retailer or office supplies store then you know that in just a few months the cost of the ink can far surpass the cost of the printer itself.  In fact, when you consider the cost of ink companies like HP and Epson should be giving printers away for free.

Whatever they do, though, it seems they aren’t going to stop gouging consumers for little plastic boxes full of ink.  Every so often they introduce the latest and greatest in printer technology, trying to out-engineer the generic ink companies forcing them into a  constant process of research and development to match their proprietary designs.  Get OUT of the printer ink & toner scam and start saving your hard earned dollars with Epson ink cartridges, HP ink and toner and much, much more at My House of Ink!