Copiers

Printing Services maintains the campus copier fleet, and big changes are in store. The current fleet of Konica-Minolta machines was installed in December 2024. Here are some highlights of the new fleet:

• Each model can print, copy or scan in color. The print shop remains the best place for professional color printing of more involved print jobs and significant quantities or anything for an external audience, but if a budget allows for minimal color copying.
  
  
• New print management software allows for “Follow-Me” secure print release. This means the system will hold a request until it is released by the user at the device. Users will log in at the device with either their Winthrop username and password or their F/S ID card. This new technology will help cut down on wasted prints that are printed and forgotten at the copier.
  
  
• The cost of paper is part of the per click charge (toner and staples were always included), adding convenience and saving everyone money. Paper will be stored at Central Receiving, whose staff will require only a regular facilities work request to deliver during office hours.
  
  
• Costs will remain 4.5 cents for black & white and 20 cents for color. 

The new copier program also will allow Winthrop as a campus to move away from the less sustainable and more expensive option of desktop laser printers. In addition to increased electrical cost to Winthrop to operate, departments also are paying separately for paper and toner for these machines which, when purchased, become Winthrop property.

In addition to enhancing sustainability efforts, these big changes are needed as Winthrop works to meet the strategic plan priority of developing a next gen campus that will transform Winthrop’s physical and digital landscape into a cutting-edge, advanced and integrated cohesive environment.

See the FAQs or contact Printing and Creative Services Director Jill Stuckey for more information.