Royal Mail must approve and accredit each and every franking machine supplier in the UK. Currently there are only 4 companies authorised to make and sell franking machines in the UK and 20 independent suppliers who can service, inspect, sell, rent and lease machines to the public.
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They are the biggest manufacturer of franking machines in the UK. And one of only four authorised by Royal Mail to do so.
Romford
Essex
RM1 2AR
They are one of only four companies in the UK authorised to sell their franking machines by Royal Mail.
Hatfield
Hertfordshire
AL10 9UJ
Since 1923 Francotyp-Postalia Ltd has been operating in the UK, for over 20 years they have been simply known as FP.
FP have always been at the forefront of innovation introducing the first automatic franking machine, the first electronic franking machine, the first digital franking machine, first inkjet machine and more recently the first multi-carrier machine to meet the new de-regulated age.
74 Questor
Powdermill Lane
Dartford
Kent
DA1 1EF
Established in 1990, Frama (UK) Limited operates Nationwide, employing a staff of over 40 combined with a network of dedicated distributors and maintainers serving over 11,000 customers.
High Street
Hoddesdon
Hertfordshire
EN11 8EP
However, just because there are only 4 authorised manufacturers does not mean you have to buy/rent from one of them. In addition to the companies listed above you can also choose to purchase, rent, lease or service your franking machine using one of the following 20 independent suppliers.
They often have better deals and/or better service than the large international manufacturers listed above.
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Kings Langley
Hertfordshire
WD4 8SE
Captains Hill
Alcester
Warwickshire
B49 6HA
Sandyford Road
Jesmond
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 1QU
Glasgow
G4 0HJ
As an independent supplier they are not tied to any specific manufacturer, so they can recommend and tailor a solution to meet your postal requirements using the latest technology and advancements – for now and for the future.
Lomer Farm Industrial Estate
Wrotham Road
Meopham
Kent
DA13 0AN
Aldermaston
Berkshire
RG7 8HA
Liverpool
Merseyside
L19 2JG
Kane was founded in 1989 and is now the largest independent supplier of franking machines and associated equipment in the UK. Kane Mailing Systems Specialise in Franking Machines throughout Cardiff, Newport Gwent, Swansea West Wales, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, North Wales, South West, West Midlands.
Ystrad Mynach
Hengoed
Caerphilly
CF82 7AN
By 2008 Mailcoms were awarded the accolade of approved Royal Mail™ Independent Maintainers and Inspectors of postal franking machines. You’ll find Mailcoms listed on the Royal Mail web site under- Approved Suppliers Inspectors and Maintainers.
Hayes Way
Cannock
Staffordshire
WS11 7LT
To guarantee the high quality of service The Mailing Room has established a nationwide network of engineers. They work especially closely with both Pitney Bowes and FP Mailing.
Bury
Greater Manchester
BL9 7BR
Approved by the Royal Mail, they offer a bespoke and competitive service that will enhance and improve the performance and professional image of your company.
Salisbury Road
Milton
Weston-Super-Mare
North Somerset
BS22 8EW
Mossbank Way
Bolton
Lancashire
BL1 8NP
NCS understand the importance of good service and have developed a highly skilled customer support team to ensure that all of their mail room solutions are backed up by first class support.
Glasgow
Lanarkshire
G4 9SQ
Ballinderry Road Industrial Estate
Lisburn
County Antrim
BT28 2PB
They also carry out fully comprehensive maintenance to comply with strict Royal Mail regulations.
Kelvin Industrial Estate
East Kilbride
Lanarkshire
G75 0YN
NSL Mailing will offer expert, impartial advice on franking machines both to rent or buy as well as supplies.
Uxbridge
Greater London
UB10 0NF
16-22 Abbey Trading Point
Canning road
Stratford
London
E15 3NW
They are one of the biggest manufacturers of franking machine cartridges and consumables in Europe and holder of approvals from Royal Mail and Deutsche Post.
Alston
Cumbria
CA9 3TR
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 8LG
Springfield Business Park
Alcester
Warwickshire
B49 6PU
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I have heard that FMC have gone into administration. Should they still be on this website?
Carol, you’re quite right that they have gone into administration. On September 2, 2013: “…The Mailing Room, purchased certain assets of the business and successfully, legally assigned all ongoing customer contracts to themselves from the Companies in Administration.” Source. However, outstanding contracts still exist under the Franking Machine Company brand and thus remain listed as an official Royal Mail Supplier. I will make a note of it above.
Why are The Mailing Room not on the list? They are an Royal Mail accredited independent franking machine inspector and maintainer
They are indeed, but from my understanding they were only recently accredited. Updated now.
Why are IMS not on this website when they claim they are approved by you?
Hi Diana,
First of all this is not the official Royal Mail website. Second, they are approved but were registered under the name FPIMS. However, they are the same firm. Hope that helps.
I notice you list the franking.machine company as in administration but I discover it is not actually them but the franking machine company supplies where this has happened. The franking machine company ltd are an independent company who are approved by Royal Mail and not the company in administration. I have an agreement with them and realise they appear to be confused with this other company. Surely they should be on your list?
Hi, Nationwide Franking Sense has been trading for over 23 years and was the first independent supplier of franking machines that was approved by the Royal Mail. Franking Sense also supply franking machines across the whole of England, Scotland & Wales, they have also over 4000 customers.
Why are The Franking Machine Company not currently listed? They are independently accredited by Royal Mail and have been around for over 20 years. I know as I have worked there for 10 in the service department.