Formax Direct (Dover, NH) has launched its new Quadient iX-9 Mailing and Shipping System. The high-output mailing and shipping system combined with all-in-one mail centre softwaredelivers simple ergonomic operations, investment protection, cost savings, reliable production and maximum uptime. Ideal for high mail volume, the iX-9 automatically seals, weighs, measures, meters and stacks large mail runs in minutes. With batch processing speeds of up to 300 letters per minute, the iX-9 also meets the latest Intelligent Mail Indicia (IMI) and Dimensional Weighing (DIM) USPS requirements. The company added that it closely observed high-volume mailing system operators and listened to production mail-centre customers before designing it.
The new system includes an iMeter postage metre and neoShip online shipping software. An integrated 5-lb. scale (or optional 10, 30 and 70-lb. capacities) ensures that the correct weight of each mail piece every time is known, thereby preventing over posting. Rate Wizard simplifies the processing of selecting the correct postal rates and class for items, and users can view mail data online with a dedicated myQuadient account. Postage replenishment is via a neoFunds App, and users can personalize items and help promote their businesses with ad slogans, custom text messages, QR codes and company logos. Create an IMpb-compliant shipping label in 4 easy steps with optional neoShip online shipping software while saving up to 23% on Priority Mail and 9% on Priority Mail Express. Tracking of each package is possible as it travels to its final destination. Users can also generate detailed reports based on shipment history, operator shipments and transactions.