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iX-4 Series Franking Machine

THE FUTURE OF FRANKING IS HERE

 

The most intuitive, user-friendly, franking machine ever made for small to medium businesses that combines professional performance with effortless usability.

Meet the Quadient iX-4. The only franking machine designed with a smartphone-inspired interface and intuitive navigation. It transforms franking into a simpler, faster, and smarter process that anyone can master quickly and easily.

The new standard in ease of use
Sending mail should be as simple as sending a text. Its 5” vertical touchscreen provides more space, less scrolling, for faster processing.

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Why choose the iX-4?

Machine touch screen

Design

Smartphone-inspired operation

Multi-functional feeder folder

Compact

Fits easily into any office while processing up to 45 letters per minute.

Large stack of documents

Economical

Mailmark® savings applied instantly, no guesswork

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Easy to Use

Simple to use for all experience levels

Built for everyday business

 

The iX-4 saves you money compared to the cost of stamps and time spent at the post office. Compact in size but powerful in capability, the iX-4 ensures your mail is prepared accurately and efficiently.

Monitor ink levels, number of pieces processed, and available postage funds in real time. The iX-4 enables you and your team to save time, prevent costly errors, and deliver a polished image with every envelope and parcel.

PERFORMANCE WITH A PURPOSE

The iX-4 combines innovative design with practical features that make preparing mail quick and stress-free.

 

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Large Weighing Platform

Process larger post and parcels of mixed weights without blocking the display. Stack and differential weighing capabilities prevent overpaying for postage and eliminate post-delivery charges.

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Catch Tray

From postcards up to C5 envelopes, the catch tray holds a variety of items.

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Vertical touchscreen navigation

Drop-down menus, pop-up, and sliding keys make operation feel familiar and easy

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Integrated 1D barcode printing

Print barcodes for Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed® and Signed For® services directly on the envelope, no need for add-on software or external apps.

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High-speed LAN or wireless internet connection

Receive automatic updates for rates , slogans, and software, and keep your system current with no downtime. Receive the latest postage prices, software updates, and system alerts.

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Royal Mail MailMark

Access Royal Mail Mailmark franking discounts of up to nearly 29% compared to stamps. Save time calculating the correct postage. Re-credit your postage meter and manage your account from your desk.

S.M.A.R.T. mailroom software

 

Pair the iX-4 with S.M.A.R.T. Essential to obtain a consolidated view of your mail centre’s activities and better manage your mailing and shipping operations. Online reporting provides visibility into sending costs, helping you monitor budgets and plan more effectively.

Ensure your deliveries arrive as planned and keep your customers informed every step of the way.      

Automatically compare Royal Mail services to find the lowest cost or fastest delivery time to get your items to their destination.

  • View your postage account balance and add postage funds to your meter
  • Create operator IDs, set spending limits, and track activity by department.            
  • Accounting option allows chargeback and budget control
  • Free confirmation of delivery on all parcels
  • Access anywhere, anytime history/operator shipments/transactions

Specifications

User interface 5" Colour touchscreen
Screen orientation Vertical

Feeding / Envelopes

Fast start Standard
Franking speed (letters / min) Up to 45 lpm
Letter feed Manual
Letter thickness (max in mm) 10mm
Minimum envelope dimensions (L x H) 5” x 3"
Maximum envelope dimensions (L x H) 15” x 13”
Franking label operation Sheet labels (manual)
Envelope sealer Optional
Seal only mode Standard

Franking

Print technology Ink-jet
Specification Mailmark
1D barcodes Standard
PPI prints Standard
Ad-slogans 10
Favorites 9
Shipping solution bundled S.M.A.R.T. Online

Scales

Integrated scale Standard (3kg)
External scales 5kg, 8kg, 10kg, 35kg

Weighing Modes

Piece by piece Standard
Differential weighing for letters Standard (option)
Get weight Standard

Accounting

Number of accounts Up to 100
S.M.A.R.T. Online software for shipping services Optional

Online Functions

Automatic Royal Mail tariff updates Standard
Automatic software updates Standard
Remote support functions Standard
Knowledge base access Standard
Auto-ink Standard

Network Connection

TLS level 1.3
DHCP Standard
Manual configuration Standard
LAN IPv4 and IPv6
Proxy Standard

Ports

LAN Standard
WiFi Optional
USB (stick, printer) Standard

Accessories

Barcode scanner Optional
Label printer Optional
Scale stands Optional
Sealing fluid Optional

System Dimensions

iX-4 with envelope tray (in mm) 292L x 746W x 403H
Weight 12.9kg

Why Companies choose a Quadient Franking Machine


Way better than the old dinosaur we had! Modern, fast and accurate. Love it!"
Bates & Ely PLLC
With Quadient I can create a 100,000-piece tax job in minutes rather than hours with the confidence that I'm outputting what we expect."
Chris Christiansen
Databar

I like the integrated scale, which is something I didn't have with our Pitney Bowes meter. I like the reporting because we can easily expense the postage costs as needed. Quadient was just the best option available for the price."
Exchange Club Fair of Charleston
We have benefited from implementing Quadients Document automation solutions because of their accuracy and time management."
Kristin Marutos
Epic Management
Automated absentee ballot insertion will revolutionize our operations."
Andy Lokken
Director, Dakota County
Time saver. Better than waiting in line at the post office. Postage is less than regular stamps – a real advantage."
Susan S. Swader
CPA, PC
The Quadient folder inserter has made the mailing process more automated."
Adolfo Castano
Project Manager | City of Beverly Hills
Ecotrend Ecologics Ltd. has received exceptional customer service from Quadient. I was extremely stressed out from shenanigans with another mailing machine supplier and Quadient came to the rescue. They went above and beyond. I recommend them to anyone!"
Karen
Ecotrend Ecologics Ltd.
What used to take us a week now only takes us one day. We have fully automated the mail prep process with Folder Inserters."
Peter Wilshaw
IT Manager, Claim Eazy
The Quadient folding machine is a vital piece of equipment. It makes everybody's job easier, including mine."
John Pickard
United Consumer Finance
Quadient was the best option available for the price. I also like the integrated scale, which is something I didn't have with our PB meter. "
Exchange Club Fair of Charleston
Quadient’s hands-on advice was excellent, the solution provided has allowed us to continue to grow our business and free up administration staff."
Quadient Rabart Case Study
Quadient machines save hours of stuffing and stamping envelopes by hand."
Alternative Home Health Care
The Quadient system is easy to operate, and it’s more affordable than the competitor!"
Compliance officer
New Jersey local government
With our Quadient mailing system, we receive better pricing than we did with our previous Pitney Bowes product."
Dill
Bamvakais & O’Keefe, P.C.
The Quadient system is great for mailing statements and bills to insurance companies."
Radiologic Consultants Ltd
The Quadient mailing system is great, easy to use, and they have great customer service."
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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