Clean Air in the Office

In a time when everyone is trying to get healthy, more environmentally friendly, and enjoy a better quality of life, there are always concerns about the quality of the air we breath, not only outside in the sweltering heat and smog, but indoors as well. Even with an air conditioning unit, there can still be particles of dust and debris floating around -- invisible to the eye, but harmful to employees who breath in and out all day without thinking about how clean the air around them actually is. As an employer, one of the best things you can do to improve the quality of your office environment is to purchase air cleaners so you can ensure that the air in your office is free of everything but good old oxygen.

The fact is that providing these machines can be cheap and grant peace of mind to your employees. Lucky for you, Gotoforms.com offers a great selection of Air Cleaners and air cleaner filters at affordable prices and with the added convenience of free shipping (on orders over $75) and convenient delivery. Take this model of air cleaner by Honeywell. It has a HEPA (high efficiency particulate air) filter, which basically means that is can trap a large amount of tiny particles that other filters, vacuum cleaners, and other such instruments would fail to remove from the air. It is small enough to fit in a small corner of the office, perhaps behind a plant, or under a spare desk, and will quietly and efficiently cleanse the air of bacteria and germs, as well as smoke, smog or other potentially-harmful materials (dust, pollen, etc).

For only $227.26 per unit (3-9 -- discounts are available for larger orders), this is an easy way to help keep your workers healthy and coming to work. It even comes with a filter monitor that will remind you to clean and/or replace the filter when it gets dirty.

For more information on the potential health benefits and importance of air cleaners, you can find many studies that claim that air cleaners are a significant contributor to healthy living. Your employees will appreciate your effort to improve their health and quality of life, and the whole thing will be a cost-effective investment in employee productivity and attendance. If you need any help or have any questions, contact our friendly sales staff, and keep shopping Gotoforms.com for all of your office supplies needs!

Voice Recorders

One of the most effective electronic devices you can purchase to make your life easier at school or in the office is a voice recorder that will make feverish note-taking a thing of the past. No longer will you suffer through the droning voice of your boss while taking meticulous notes and missing those minute details that will haunt your later efforts to recall the conversation. With a voice recorder, you will be able to focus your attention on actually listening rather than taking notes, and refer back to the recording of the exchange later to refresh your memory of the less-than-salient details. As with anything else, it is important that you get a voice recorder that will meet your needs and technological limitations.

Cassette Voice Recorders: Just like an answering machine, you can get voice recorders that will record onto mini cassettes or standard cassettes for easy playback on the recorder itself or on a standard tape player (for standard cassettes only). Unfortunately the limitation to this is that you need to restrict your playback to the recorder or similar system and not to a computer or other device. Despite this limitation however, many people still use this simple and classic method for recording meetings, conference calls, and lectures for later review.

Digital Voice Recorders: Unlike the mini cassette alternative, digital voice recorders offer the ability to transfer recorded material onto a computer, Ipod, or any other digital media device. Some sophisticated users even use software to play back the recordings to be dictated into text automatically. This truly is the wave of the future in terms of keeping up in fast-paced classrooms, lectures, and board meetings, and having the entirety of the content of such an event to go back and review for study. We carry top of the line digital voice recorders by Philips, Panasonic and more, so check out our selection and let us know if you need any help making your selection.

Don't get caught trying to remember the minutiae of every class session or meeting when you are studying or preparing for subsequent functions, use a small digital voice recorder so you will always have a chance to go back and review. It can save you time and hassle as well as improve your performance on tests etc. We have a great selection and great prices, and our shipping is fast and easy.

Proper Maintenance and Care for Printers

Just like a car engine, or anything else that has moving parts for that matter, your printer will perform better and last longer if you take the time to perform preventative maintenance on it regularly. In this article we will give you some basic tips on how to keep your printer functioning well.

A note on ink: For the most part, it is always a good idea to use the replacement ink that is made by your printer's manufacturer specifically for your printer model. Using third-party ink may seem like a cost-cutting measure with no real downside, but doing so can present unforeseen issues with different types of ink mixing (when remnants of the original manufacturer's ink mix with the new ink you have installed). There are ways to completely clean out any traces of ink from the printer heads, but doing so can be more costly and troublesome than simply purchasing the ink the manufacturer intended to be used. To find the ink cartridges you need, use our site search or look in the documentation that accompanied your printer's packaging.

To begin with, try to ensure that your printer is always clean. Don't let dust and debris clog the printer and grind it to a halt at the wrong time. Use regular cleaning methods for the outside, and use a can of compressed air with a long nozzle to spray out dust and dirt from around the printer/ink heads and other internal areas that are exposed when you open the printer for service. Always check the paper pickup rollers for dust or cracks, as these can be the first things to go on even a relatively new printer. The same thing goes for separation pads. You can clean these with a lint-free cloth, or with alcohol and a swab.

Always check the rollers to see if they look "glazed." This is usually a sign that they need to be replaced. Also check the transfer rollers to see if they are getting dirty. If they have a significant amount of dirt on them, clean them using a lint-free cloth (never touch them with your bare fingers). Be sure to replace these if they have a good amount of ink spilled onto them.

For more tips, look online for instructions for your specific type of printer, and make sure to bookmark GotoFotms.com so you can keep the supplies you need to clean and maintain your printer on hand. If you need any help, just give us a call and our sales staff will be sure to direct you to the ink cartridges and other printer supplies for your specific printer.

Save Time and Money with Multifunction Fax Machines

With the remarkable capabilities of some of the newest multifunction fax machines, it's amazing how much time and money you can save having all of your printing, copying, faxing, scanning and more done on one simple machine instead of having to run back and forth in order to finish one job. Multifunction fax machines do all of these things without sacrificing quality or speed, saving you time and money and keeping your business running efficiently. Here is some more information about the amazing abilities these machines have.

All-In-One Units or AIO units are small desktop units designed for home or office use. Mainly used as printers and scanners, these units can easily be accommodated in small places and be connected to be used as fax machines or copiers as well.

Small Office/Home Office units or SOHO units are specially made for office use. Their ability to be connected and networked using USB or parallel connections makes them uniquely suited to this purpose. In comparison to AIO, these multipurpose units are more likely to have an automatic document feeder, greater fax capabilities and faster output performance.

Office Units: Multifunction Printers and fax machines for offices are mid-sized freestanding units that come complete with all features, including printing, scanning, faxing, and more. Many also feature additional finishing functions like stapling, hole punching, and booklet creation so that you can create a completely professional document from scratch and even send it out as a fax if needed.

One of our more popular models is the Brother MFC7820N Network Ready Laser Multipurpose Fax Machines / Printer / Scanner. It is a great solution for anyone running a small office, or a small business from home, and gives you all of the capabilities normally found in three machines all in one. We also carry multi-function fax machines by Panasonic and Sharp. Make sure to find a model that is appropriate for your needs, and let our sales staff know if you have any questions. As always we offer convenient and fast home or office delivery and free shipping on orders over $75. Thanks for reading, and good luck with your new multifunction fax machine

Computer Paper

Everyone in business is looking to cut costs, regardless of the state of the economy. This year is a great time for you to look at costs associated with office supplies of various kinds, beginning with the most basic: computer paper. With quantity discounts on bulk orders, and free shipping on orders over $75, we at GotoForms.com think we can save you money on this most simple, staple item for supplying your office and keeping it running smoothly. Whether you require nothing but simple 8 1/2" by 11" paper for run-of-the-mill printing, or more specialized paper for printing forms, contracts, etc, we have a great selection that is sure to meet your needs. Below are some of the products we feature, so give us a shot to save you and your business money this year.

Single Part Computer Paper: For people still using dot matrix printers for bulk printing, it can be difficult and expensive to keep well supplied. Luckily GotoForms.com is here to help you. We have single part computer paper in various weights and widths, continuous for use with dot matrix printers. We also carry plain, computer paper by companies like Sparco, in 18 and 20lb weights depending on what your needs are. Remember you get a discount for ordering in bulk, and shipping is free if your order exceeds $75!

Multi-Part Computer Paper: Multi-part paper, like single-part is perfect for pin-fed printers and printing large amounts of forms or records. It comes in multi-color varieties and with perforations so that sections can be torn off. Find the configuration you need, be it two- three- or four-part, weight that suits the job, and decide on coloring before you order. Make sure to stock up so that you always have the exact type of paper you need.

Thermal Fax Paper: Make sure to grab thermal fax paper by Sparco, Xerox, or any of the other great brands we carry. We have 1/2" and 1" core varieties with H sensitivity, and offer great pricing if you order several at a time.

Add up how much you are spending to have someone run to the office supply store all the time and pay retail prices for your computer paper needs, and you will see that you could be saving hundreds or even thousands by ordering in bulk right from our website and having the paper delivered directly to your door (save gas too!). We have 1-2 day delivery and free shipping offers, so stop procrastinating and make the job of keeping your office supplied easier on yourself with GotoForms.com!

Store Your Discs Safely

For keeping your discs, CDs, DVDs, and other media safe, scratch-free, and organized, nothing will serve better than media storage pockets and sleeves from companies like Avery, Compucessory, C Line, Quality Park, Cardinal and others. You can conveniently store all of your removable media in durable vinyl sleeves or pockets and be assured that that will be ready to use any time you need them. Whether you are building a music CD collection and want to organize and store your stash, organizing all of your software for the next time you get a new computer or need to wipe a hard drive and start from scratch, or just cataloging photos or data for future use.

Our most popular products for media storage are Avery's line of vinyl self-adhesive pockets, sleeves, and storage pages. They come in different options depending on if you want to store 3.5" diskettes, Zip disks, Compact Discs (CDs), or DVDs. For only $5.11 for a pack of 10 clear plastic sleeves, they are great solution for storing all of your media in a uniform and convenient way. They are all archival safe and acid-free, so you don't have to worry about your disks becoming corrupted, warped, or in any way damaged. For those who want to personalize their sleeves/pockets, check out Avery's printable media storage pockets, which allow you to create custom cover labels or art for your CDs.

For storing large numbers of disks/diskettes in one easy-to-find way, grab a storage binder that is made to store the pocket pages described above. You can order multiple volumes, label each accordingly, and have an easily navigable system by which to find all of your music, data, and software installation media. No more searching through piles of stacked CDs looking for that one burned copy of CD only to find that dust and scratches have rendered it useless; organize your media so that you can be sure it will be ready to go when you need it.

As with all of our products, quantity discounts are available and our knowledgeable staff is ready to help you find anything you need and answer all of your questions. Order online to save money and enjoy cheap and convenient delivery right to your front door! GotoForms.com is your source for media sleeves and pockets, and everything else you need for your home office or business.

Carbonless Paper for Cleaner Forms

For creating and completing office forms, questionnaires, and other such forms, using messy, old-fashioned carbon paper is a thing of the past. If you are still using this archaic method for getting copies of hand-filled-out documents, read on to discover how carbonless paper and digital laser carbonless paper can make your life easier!

Carbonless paper, or non-carbon paper, was created as an alternative to carbon paper for making copies of original hand-written documents without the use of electronics. Common uses include doctor's forms, contact forms, and other administrative documents that must be filled out by hand. The benefit of using carbonless paper is that it does not have the same hassle with stains from the carbon as its predecessor.

Carbonless paper works through a relatively simple process using the contact between micro-encapsulated dye or ink and reactive clay. When the user applies pressure to the paper (with a pen or pencil) the sheets under it receive permanent marks mirroring the text written on the front copy.

In the office, it is very convenient to use digital laser carbonless paper to print out the forms, questionnaires etc you wish people to fill out. As long as you are using a laser printer, you can print out the forms using the laser carbonless paper and they will be ready to use right away. Keep in mind that this is intended for laser printers only, so ensure that you are using such a printer before buying and using.

Gotoforms.com carries a healthy selection of digital laser carbonless paper for you to choose from. We have 2-part straight carbonless laser paper in 11" x 17", 8 1/2" x 11", 8 1/2" x 14", as well as in 3-part varieties. Cartons of 2500 or 5000 sheets range in price from approximately $120 to $285 depending on the type you want. With only a few boxes, you can be stocked up to be able to print out your carbonless forms with no worries.

As always, Gotoforms.com is committed to providing the highest-quality office supplies at competitive prices and with excellent service. If you need any assistance finding the digital carbonless paper for your office, or any of our thousands of other office supplies products, please contact us. Quantity discounts are available, and shipping is fast and convenient.