Production printer advice please.

[KM1791254]

I think it would be worth looking at a Xerox 700 (think this is the first time I've ever recommended one, but they do have their place!)

They don't use fuser oil (like the KM machines) which will help to give that litho-like finish.

If you need contacts for parts just send me a pm.

You may also need a PWS laptop for the servicing.

KM machines don't use fuser oil, neither is a laptop required to work on them.
A switched on operator with a little guidance will have no problem replacing consumable parts themselves.

[Splatt]

Thanks for all the info so far!

It looks like I've found a supplier who appears to be very cheap. In fact I could buy a spare machine and still have change for a decent van and a slap up meal at Mrs Miggins pie shop.
However as money is involved I will next week be taking a 4000km trip to make sure that it is a reputable company and I may even return with a KM machine.
All the machines on offer seem to come with a variety of in-line modules, strangely this doesn't seem to affect the price greatly. Are some more useful than others? Are there any that create more problems than they solve? Or should I just nod wisely, briefly rub my chin and then buy the longest machine available?

A local company has agreed to inspect my purchase and will then decide on my service contract. I know this is all a gamble but sometimes you just have to jump in.

So I'm now looking at acquiring an Ideal 4850/5221 EP guillotine, I'm thinking that a 4850 would be big enough, and possibly a Horizon PF330 folder. I'll also get a few hand finishing tools, creaser, saddle stitcher and hand trimmer.
Then I think I'm good to go.

I may be a masochist but I always enjoy these early steps onto a new learning curve!

Cheers,
Steve.