Office Supplies

Electric Hole Punches

2009-06-25T10:03:00.000-07:00

If you're producing your own documents, manuals, or reports, whether at the workplace or from a home office, one of the things that is most useful to have around is an electric hole punch.

Have you ever tried to use a traditional hole punch on a stack of paper more than 10 or 20 sheets thick? It can be quite aggravating to have some of the papers get punched and others not, requiring a second round of punching for those that were missed. Even worse is when some get half punched and tearing off the hanging pieces leaves the edges frayed or ripped. Perhaps it's not quite so bad most of the time, but certainly being able to slide the papers in and have them be automatically and powerfully punched is certainly preferable to the struggle just described.

If you want to forgo that hassle, you can do so with one of the electric hole punches from Office-Supplies.us.com. We carry a variety of hole punches from trusted manufacturers like Sparco, Acco, Martin Yale, and Swingline. Many are two or three-hold adjustable, can handle up to 30 sheets of 20lb paper. They'll save you time, aggravation, and hundreds of ill-punched catastrophes, more than making up for the increased cost over a conventional hole punch.

As an example, check out this Three-Hole Desktop Punch from Martin Yale Industries. It's got a sleep black finish that fits elegantly with any desk and office decor, has three punch heads, and is capable of handling up to 10 sheet of 20lb paper at once. It's fast and convenient and works consistently without jamming. Punching is as simple as pressing the button on top, and is't 9/32" holes make for easy page turning once the papers are put into a ring binder for storage or perusal. At only $44.49 it's a perfect solution for simple desktop hole punching.

So check out the selection of electronic hole punches we have to offer, and let us know if you have any questions or trouble finding what you're looking for. We'll be happy to help, and as always, you'll get a great deal.

Make More Space With Desk Shelves

2009-06-18T14:31:00.000-07:00

Most of us wish we had more space on our desks, whether it's to make room for more files, office supplies, books, or anything else. If you aren't lucky enough to have a lot of room on (or in) your desk or cubicle, you can make more room by adding desk shelves. Just like the desktop organizers we talked about last week, desktop shelves are a great way to get get more space and organize your things.

Office-Supplies.us.com has several options available for desktop shelves. We carry these black mesh shelves by Rolodex for use as inboxes, outboxes, or just paper shelves. They stack three shelves high, expanding your available space while only taking up a space of only 12.5" x 9.25". Because they are black mesh, they match any style desk, and are sleek and elegant.

Another option is off-surface or off-desk shelves that can help store or stack pictures, frames, or anything else you want on your desk, while leaving an area below the shelf to keep other desk accessories. They are great if you want to keep the surface of your desk for important work items, while elevating books, pictures and other things above. This Officemate Off-Surface Shelf is ideal for book storage, with built-in bookends, while this Off-desk shelf is better for organizing office supplies, CD Jewel Cases and things like that.

Remember that you can get not only desk shelves but all kinds of office supplies right here on our website. Take advantage of free shipping on orders over $75 and bulk discounts if you're ordering for an entire office!

Sketch Pads & Drawing Paper

2009-06-09T16:35:00.000-07:00

Do you have a budding artist in the family? A little one who wants to draw and color on everything flat? Feed their artistic tendencies (and save your walls and furniture) by providing sketch pads and drawing pads that they can draw all over - without the need for serious cleaning supplies. Office-Supplies.us.com has all kinds of drawing pads and sketch paper, in all sizes and weights for anything from toddlers with crayons, to art students and serious art professionals.

For pencil, charcoal, and pen sketching, Office-Supplies.us.com has a selection of classic Academie sketch pads from Mead. They come in varying sizes, like 6"x9", 8.5"x11" (letter), and 9"x12". The paper is standard 50lb - perfect for a variety of dry mediums. We also have larger Strathmore Drawing Paper and Pads, in sizes like 11"x14" with weights up to 70lb. We also have plenty of options from companies like Elmer, Pacon, and more, so surf over to the sketch pads and drawing paper page to see what we have and get stocked up for art classes or just recreational drawing.

Don’t forget to stock up on art pencils, erasers, and all of the other supplies you will need for drawing, sketching, and art in general. We have great drawing pencils from Sanford and Staedtler, and everything else you need to get going or get resupplied. Remember that ordering everything together and stocking up will help you get free shipping when your order exceeds $75. Check back often for other product highlights, and have fun drawing!

Display Boards: Never Out of Style

2009-06-04T08:08:00.000-07:00

Everyone remembers participating in a Science Fair as a child, having to conduct some kind of experiment (likely including a papier-mâché volcano) and using glue sticks to fasten crudely crayon-drawn charts and illustrations to a big white display board for everyone to see. Even if it wasn't the science fair, maybe it was some other school project or presentation, a report on one of the 50 states, or on Custer's last stand, that required you to use one of these huge display boards of some size and color combination.

The fact is, that just as we all had to use them, so too do the students of today. Technology has made inroads into education to be sure, but the use of display boards for school projects and presentations will probably never be phased out, especially in the younger years, before students can be expected to make a web-based Flash presentation.

The good news is that you can avoid the last-minute rush to the office supplies store when little Betty or Billy tells you s/he has a presentation (due tomorrow!) by stocking up ahead of time - and Office-Supplies.us.com can help you there. We carry all manner of display boards for any school project you can imagine. We have them in red, yellow, blue, black, white and more, and in a variety of sizes and configurations. Many are already sectioned and folded to be used as a self-standing presentation, and of course, they are all available at great prices. So head on over to the display boards section of the site and check them out, you - and your child - will be glad you did!

Business Card Books

2009-05-05T16:12:00.000-07:00

One of the most annoying things to have floating around your desk, or clogging up desk drawers and folios is loose business cards. You go to meetings and conferences, and expos, or even out on the golf course, and you collect what accumulates to be stacks of business cards from professionals in every business. Some of these people are involved in your business as partners, vendors, suppliers, and clients, and others are not, but regardless of their status, you want to hold on to those cards in case you should ever need to get a hold of that person. Over time this can become a problem, with virtual floods of business cards cluttering the inside and outside of your desk and work area. The solution? Get a business card holder that will neatly organize and protect the business cards of all of your contacts in neat pages with plastic sleeves and a durable leather or plastic cover.

Business card folders are a very practical way to organize the cards and contact information for the professionals you come across in the course of running your business. You can sort them alphabetically or by category (Vendor / Client / Partner etc), and even have multiple card holders if you find that you accumulate so many that a single book doesn't allow you to keep them sufficiently organized. Even with electronic cards, email signatures and the like, it's still good to keep a physical card on hand in case you should ever need it.

Office-Supplies.us.com has a great selection of business card books to meet the needs of any size business owner, executive, or professional. With books and folders from Sparco, Rolodex, Anglers, Cardinal, and other trusted brands, you are sure to find one that will suit your needs, match your style, and meet your budget. Check them out today and get free shipping on orders over $75. We know you'll thank us when the bottoms of your drawers are finally free of the clutter.

Microwave Ovens

2009-04-28T10:46:00.000-07:00

No one is saying that it's necessarily healthy, but it is unavoidable that the busy rhythm of the average person's work week simply doesn't allow for homemade lunches. Even getting out for a fast food run in the middle of the day can be a stretch for some. As an employer, you need to be sure to accommodate the most hard-working of your employees by providing a microwave oven in the office break room or kitchen so that they can make delicious microwave burritos, hot pockets, and other staples of the dedicated worker diet.

For instance, your employees will surely appreciate being able to cook a nice Lean Cuisine in this SANYO Electric Co. microwave, which has 10 power levels up to 800 watts, and a capacity of 0.7 ft³. It has convenient one-button settings for Popcorn, Potatoes, and a child lock to prevent injuries and fires. At only $152.13, it's a low-cost way to reward your hard-working underlings and encourage them to stay in their desks as much as possible.

We have several SANYO microwave ovens in our selection, so check them out today and order online for fast (and free) delivery. If you have any questions, feel free to ask and we'll be happy to help. Thanks for reading, and have a great week!

Get a New Fan Before the Heat Sets In!

2009-04-21T13:34:00.000-07:00

Summer is fast approaching, and if you're like us, you're already thinking about grabbing a fan for your office to keep the air circulating. Even if you have air conditioning, it seems that no matter what you do there is one room, office, or pocket that collects stale, hot air and makes anyone who has to sit in it uncomfortable. If you know this is a problem, or you are that person, now is the perfect time to order a new fan and have it delivered before the heat of summer really kicks in.

Office-Supplies.us.com has a great selection of fans for you to choose from. With everything from small desktop fans to large fans capable of keeping an entire air cool, you are sure to find one that meets your needs. Here are a couple of our bestsellers for you to check out:

Honeywell International, Inc Super Turbo HT-800 Table Fan:
This fan is great for anyone who likes to keep the air moving and have a fresh "breeze" blowing on them while they work. This powerful three-speed turbo fan has a pivoting head that can be adjusted in a 90 degree arc for immediate, focused cooling. The understated plastic design makes it perfect for office use. At only $17.88, it's a great choice for employees who are a bit uncomfortable in warm office or cubicles.

Honeywell International, Inc Tower Fan:
Looking for more cooling power, but don't want to take up a huge space in your office or work area? This tower fan by Honeywell is a very popular model and design, and not only cools exceptionally well, but also has a washable air filter. It has electronic controls and three speeds, with timer functions that allow automatic shutoff at 2, 4, 6, or 8 hours. At only $84.12, it's perfect for people looking to get more air flow in a larger space, with the added air filter capability.

Check out all of our fans and we're sure you'll find something to suit your particular needs. As always, orders over $75 get free shipping, so order for you and anyone else in your office that needs a new fan!

Electronic Check Writers

2009-04-09T13:44:00.000-07:00

Are you looking to streamline your in-house payroll or billing department, or bringing payroll and billing in house in order to cut down costs? Office-Supplies.us.com has everything you need to do either, including electronic check writers that will make the task of printing checks yourself easy and hassle-free.

With Electronic Checkwriters from MAX Co., you will have an easy-to-use writer that will print up to 10 digits, including symbols, on business or personal checks. Don't worry about bookkeeping either, these checkwriters will emboss and print one original and two carbon copies so you will have everything you need. They even protect you against fraud and check altering by embossing the dollar and cent sign before and after the amount. The screen is easy to read and you can adjust the printing depth up to 1 7/8".

Useful for personal or business check writing, you will thank yourself for buying one of the electric checkwriters we offer and having it delivered right to your door. They are the highest quality, made in Japan, and have a 1 year standard warranty included. If you have any questions, please contact us and we'll be happy to help. Thanks for reading and shopping Office-Supplies.us.com!

Overhead Transparency Markers

2009-03-27T13:24:00.000-07:00

There is perhaps nothing more frustrating when teaching or giving a presentation than firing up the overhead projector and not being able to write because the overhead transparency marker has gone dry or run out of ink. You reach for another marker, only to find that it too is unusable. These markers might be one of the things that most often needs to be replaced in classrooms and boardrooms everywhere, and are the perfect thing to order in bulk from Office-Supplies.us.com.

We carry overhead transparency markers in a variety of colors, and in retractable and non-retractable options. All are non-refillable, odorless, and many have fade-resistant ink. All of these markers are meant for overhead transparencies, so they are easily erasable using a damp cloth, but you can use them to mark laminated activity books, card, or placements, or any other suitable plastic surface. We have overhead markers from Sanford and Dixon Ticonderoga - the most trusted brands in wet erase markers. Our prices are competitive as well - the $11 price on some of the better pens can easily be lowered by purchasing larger quantities - discounts are applied automatically in our shopping depending on how many markers you purchase at once. Remember too that Office-Supplies.us.com offers free shipping on every order over $75, so make sure to take advantage of that and order any other supplies you need while you're on the site.

If you have any questions, please let us know and we'll be happy to help. Thank you for reading and for shopping Office-Supplies.us.com for all of your home and business office supplies needs.

Reference Books

2009-03-20T11:55:00.000-07:00

There are some classic additions to an office that never go out of style, never become deprecated despite the passing of time and the development of technology. One of those additions is a reference set, a dictionary and thesaurus that can be at your fingertips at any time, regardless of whether you are on a computer and have an internet connection or not. Don’t believe it? Next time you’re in an executive or manager office, take a look around and you will probably a dictionary and thesaurus sitting on a desk or shelf somewhere in the office.

If you want to add this staple to your new office, or to an already-existing office that is missing them, then check out our selection of reference books, all listed for great prices and available for immediate shipping. For example, this Merriam-Webster Language reference set, which comes with paperback dictionary, thesaurus, and vocabulary builder reference, all for only $17.53. Looking for something more elegant? This Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary, is hard-bound, and comes with a CD-Rom and free one-year subscription to the new collegiate website so you can access its content wherever you are.

A good vocabulary is the cornerstone of polished communication skills, so make sure you aren’t without the tools to build such a vocabulary!

LCD Monitors – Flatscreen Displays

2009-03-13T09:31:00.000-07:00

Because of dramatic improvements in the technology required to produce LCD monitors, and in particular larger screen widescreen LCD monitors, prices for these displays has fallen sharply over the last five years, much to the advantage of people looking to grab some more screen real estate without breaking the bank. Today even a 22” widescreen from a trusted brand like Samsung is cheaper than a 17” CRT monitor was five or ten years ago.

There are some key things you want to look for when evaluating LCD monitors, so you that you get the best viewing experience. Many people are starting at a computer screen for 8+ hours a day, and having on that is clear and easy to read will reduce stress on the eyes and make a long day in the office much more bearable. One of those key statistics is the contrast ratio and dynamic contrast ratio, which is a measure of how luminous (bright) the brightest color (white) in comparison to the darkest color (black). A higher contrast ratio will produce a display that has brighter color and contrast and make it easier to do things like photo editing, design, and similar activities. Another statistic to look for is the native resolution on the monitor. A higher resolution means more pixels and a sharper, crisper display capability. Now you may choose to go with a small resolution to go easier on the eyes, but it is generally recommended to run a monitor at its native resolution to get the best performance.

With the prices for flat screen monitors continuing to fall as production technology and methods improve, now is a great time to get a larger display and give yourself more viewing area and “screen real estate.” With Office-Supplies.us.com we make it easy and affordable. And since every monitor is over $75, every one qualifies for free shipping! If you need any help making a selection, let us know and we’ll be happy to help.

Custom Stamps

2009-03-06T09:41:00.000-08:00

Anyone who has had to send out mailers, bills, or other mail-based communications in bulk knows how much hassle can be involved in preparing all of the envelopes to be sent. Many companies are printing their own address labels or printing the envelopes with the addresses and return addresses already there. But what about those jobs where it's just small enough that the company has decided not to do a printing job for it and you are stuck trying to hand-address each envelope? It's in cases like this that the trusty custom address stamp can become invaluable. Great for use with your company's return address, these custom address stamps are self-inked and perfect for fast, repetitive use.

Our most popular model of custom address stamp is the Shachihata, Inc ClassiX Self-Inked Custom Message Stamp. These stamps are housed in a hard plastic body and have photopolymer die to provide sharp impressions. They re-ink after each impression, so there is no need for an ink pad and hand re-inking. They come in a full range of sizes so you can find the right stamp for your custom message. The best part is that they are only $14 each, so they won’t break the bank like using custom-printed envelopes or making custom labels.

Use of these stamps isn't necessarily limited to addresses either; they can contain any custom message you want, and we have a selection of different types of stamps to meet your specific size requirements and other needs. Check out all of our custom stamps and let us know if you need any help finding a specific type - we're always glad to help. As always, thanks for reading and have a great weekend!

Electric Pencil Sharpeners

2009-03-03T14:11:00.000-08:00

With the advent of new technologies, it is inevitable that certain tools and implements once seen as essential to a desk or office will fall by the wayside, forgotten or forsaken as relics of the past. Such is the way of progress. But this is not the fate of all things which may seem to some to have been replaced by usurpers more modern and technologically advanced; some remain, their usefulness never truly replaced or value overlooked. One such item for us is the electric pencil sharpener -- it seems that no matter the quality or selection of mechanical pencils that become available, nothing replaces the classic #2 pencil, freshly sharpened by a machine which whets not only the instrument itself, but the imagination with it.

For artists and writers, electric pencil sharpeners are as popular as ever. For sketching and drawing, or writing notes, outlines, and other tasks, many still value the purity of a classic pencil and appreciate the convenience of having even a brand new pencil sharpened to a precision point in seconds. Add to that the convenience of not having to clean up the shavings, and electric or battery-operated pencil sharpeners can be a useful addition to any work area. At Office-Supplies.us.com we sympathize with those who have what some may call a more anachronistic taste in office supplies. We carry quality electric and battery powered pencil sharpeners by trusted brands like Panasonic, Stanley, Staedtler, and more. Low-end and hand-held models run as low as $7, with higher-end models with adjustable different sized holes, auto-stop features and the like reaching up to $85. Check out our selection and return a touch of purity to your office.

Coffee Makers

2009-02-20T16:32:00.000-08:00

Let's face it - the gossip doesn't really occur around the water cooler; it happens around the coffee maker. In business, running on all cylinders at all times is the only way to stay competitive, and the best way to do that is to maintain a steady stream of caffeine. And so the company coffee maker becomes an important part of every employee's day, and therefore must be a central concern for employers who want to ensure their employees are as productive as possible.

If you are looking to upgrade, replace, or buy a new coffee machine for your office, look no further than Office-Supplies.us.com! We have a large selection of coffee makers ranging from small 12-cup models to larger commercial models that support back-to-back brewing and have advanced capabilities and higher capacities. We carry coffee brewers from Classic and Bunn-O-Matic, and Mars, and have everything you might need to start and continue to brew fresh coffee for your company every day.

For example, right now you can get this Bunn-O-Matic Corporation Thermofresh Coffee Brewer, with 10 cup capacity and durable stainless steel tank and trim for only $206.45, a savings of over $60 from the list price. Add in the quantity discount when you buy multiple models and you can save some serious money. Not only that, but you get free shipping on orders over $75! If you have any questions about this or any other coffee maker we carry, don't hesitate to ask for help making a selection - we're always happy to help.

Healthcare Supplies

2009-02-10T16:33:00.000-08:00

As we do from time to time, we want to remind our readers this week that Office-Supplies.us.com is about more than just pens, pencils, and paper. We offer a wide variety of supplies for a wide variety of different businesses - one of which is the healthcare industry. You may not know it, but we offers all kinds of healthcare supplies to keep any medical office, hospital, or clinic well supplied and running smoothly.

Office-Supplies.us.com has everything a medical office needs in the way of common healthcare supplies. From Exam Table paper used to keep doctor exam tables clean and sanitary, to cotton balls and swabs, examination gloves, and bandages and wipes, we have everything you need to keep your medical, dental, of other health office well stocked. We even carry more permanent supplies for medical offices, like stethoscopes, exam tables, and health diagnostic equipment! All of this at our notoriously low prices and with free shipping on orders over $75. If you are running a medical office and haven't made it past our folders, labels and generic office supplies, make sure you take this opportunity to check out our entire selection of healthcare supplies and see how much you would be saving your business!

Back to School (Again)

2009-02-03T13:53:00.000-08:00

It's that time of the year again, and still we see crowds of people clogging the aisles at the local office supply store because they still haven't figured out how much easier and cheaper it is to buy online. Office-Supplies.us.com not only has all of the supplies your kids need for their next semester, we can save you money, time, gas, and headache!

Take our selection of standard ring binders. No matter what setup your child likes, be it a single small binder for each class or one large one separated by dividers for each class, you can get the quality binders you need direct from our website and delivered right to your door. We have binders by Wilson, Avery, and Samsill, all with durable construction able to stand up to the harshest of student abuse. You can fill those binders with filler paper in college or wide rule, and stock up with out automatic bulk discounts so you aren't making a trip to the store mid-term to get more.

Office-Supplies.us.com also has every writing utensil your student could possibly need. From pens and pencils to highlighters and markers, you get everything from standard ballpoints to a full-fledged art supplies package going with only a couple of clicks and a couple of days for shipping. You can find exactly what you want quickly and easily using our convenient product filters, so there is no need to dig through shelves and piles at the brick and mortar store for exactly the kind of supplies you want.

If you are already a customer, please do your friends a favor and tell them how much easier it is to get their students supplied for the new school term with Office-Supplies.us.com. We're sure they will thank you!

Electric Hole Punches

2009-01-23T16:39:00.000-08:00

Everyone has had this experience. You take a stack of papers that you want to three-hole-punch and put into a binder, and the hole puncher sticks, or doesn't punch all of the way through. Then, when you are shaking the thing to get it to loosen its iron grip on your papers, the bottom falls out and remnants of past hole punching endeavors come flowing out like a winter blizzard all over your desk or floor. Over the years, technology has made many things easier, less frustrating, and more efficient, including the process of hole punching paper to put into three-ring binders. We can help you stop this vicious cycle from affecting a new generation with a great selection of electronic hole punches that makes preparing binders and all sorts of documents faster and much less frustrating.

At the top of the line, we have a selection of electric hole punches by Swingline, Sparco, Panasonic and more. In options for two and three-hole configurations, you are sure to find one that will meet the needs of your current project, and be prepared for future projects as well. With models as low as $45, there really is no reason to continue fussing with a manual hole punch any longer. Pick up one of these modern electric models and make your life a lot easier -- unless you really like the snow. As always you can get automatic free shipping on orders over $75, and our knowledgeable sales staff will be happy to help you with any questions you have.

Travel Accessories

2009-01-16T10:04:00.000-08:00

Is 2009 going to see you going on more business trips, trying to drum up business in an ailing economy? Office-Supplies.us.com has you covered for all of those small, sometimes forgettable, travel accessories that make business travel more convenient - and we are a far better choice for getting these items ahead of time than forgetting and having to pay the outrageous prices at airport stores and kiosks!

Nothing can be more annoying than getting on a plane, or even getting to a hotel room at your destination and having a dead cell phone battery or some other normally minor inconvenience that can turn into a major problem. One of the biggest things that every business traveler must take into account is all of the connectors, adapters, and cords required for their various electronic devices. Whether you have a Blackberry, a notebook computer, or maybe some kind of portable media player for passing the time on long flights, we have the universal adapters, power converters, AC adapters, and travel adapters for all of your devices. We carry trusted brands like Kensington, Belkin, and Tatco -- all known for providing the highest-quality adapters, cords and travel accessories for your devices.

Somewhat lower on the technological scale, but sometimes equally important are the small things that make traveling more comfortable and convenient. Keeping that in mind, we carry a selection of luggage carts for wheeling your bags around, travel pillows that easily fit in any carry-on and even lint rollers so you don't get to a meeting or presentation with 3 hours of plane ride and 3 pounds of fuzz on your clothes.

Office-Supplies.us.com has you covered from every angle for your business travel this year. So get these items now and avoid the hassle of forgetting them and the expense of being cornered and having to pay a much higher price somewhere else. Safe travels!

Furniture Sliders: Making Moving So Much Easier

2009-01-09T11:39:00.000-08:00

As veterans of office moves and reorganizations ourselves, we felt we had to write and recommend a product that, while simple, makes the process of moving furniture much easier. Furniture sliders are small padded polymer discs that you simply place under the the lefts or edges of your office or other furniture so you can can quickly and easily slide that furniture to a new space, or just slide it out of the way if you are trying to clean behind it. Rather than getting friends, co-workers, or even professional movers to help move heavy desks, shelving units, or similarly bulky pieces of furniture, these cheap but incredibly sturdy and useful sliders make the job doable with one person in many cases.

Office-Supplies.us.com carries these amazing furniture sliders at a discount price, and offers a further discount when purchased in quantities of 3 or more. The discs are 5 inches in diameter, are reusable, and perfect for moving large furniture objects that would normally be unwieldy for even a few people to move. They work best on carpet or perhaps linoleum -- please read all included instructions before use to protect you and your furniture from damage.

If you have any questions about this simple but very useful product, please let us know and we will happy to help you make an informed purchase. Thank you for reading, and enjoy the easy furniture moving!

Conference Boards and Cabinets

2008-12-29T12:14:00.001-08:00

Despite today's technology, and the availability of presentation equipment and peripherals like projectors, multi-touch screens and other such implements, there is no replacement for a good old fashioned white boards and conference cabinets for meetings. White boards are perfect for jotting down ideas, notes, giving out tasks, planning projects, and just plain old brainstorming so that everyone can throw out ideas and collaborate. If you are setting up a conference room for your new building, or remodeling an old one, you will of course need a conference table, chairs, and other such furniture, and most certainly a quality white board and conference cabinet.

Office-Supplies.us.com can ship your new conference cabinet right away, and we offer free shipping on orders over $75 (which all such cabinets are). They come in variety of colors and styles to match everything from a simple conference room to an elegant executive one. Models with adjustable panels and an array of other features can run up to around $1500, but simpler models are as low as $350. If you need help selecting the right model for your new conference room, let us know and we'll be happy to help.

If you already have your conference room set up and just need replacement markers, erasers, and other board accessories, we have you covered there too. We have an entire line of board erasers, board mounts and other accessories to meet all of your office supply needs.

Office Shredders and You

2008-12-19T13:14:00.000-08:00

In today's climate of constant threat, with identity theft, credit card theft, and other forms of information-related crime, it is vital that every business have a policy for how it will handle its privacy and information security, and more importantly, a method for actually executing that plan! Many businesses continue to be remiss about providing their employees with proper shredders to appropriately dispose of records and information that could be used for potential harm.

Often times, documents that contain names, birth dates, addresses, and even credit cards numbers, user names, and password are casually thrown in the trash without a thought to the potential risk for those whose information has been carelessly made available for anyone willing to dig through a dumpster. (And if you think people don't do exactly that in their effort to retrieve these kinds of information, you are wrong.)

If the ongoing stream of stories about people who have had their lives and finances destroyed by these kinds of people weren't wake up call enough, we at Office-Supplies.us.com would like to offer another friendly reminder that businesses and people in general should always be aware of how they should be destroying this material, and offering a wide range of shredders and shredder accessories so that business can properly equip themselves to do so. We have cross-cut, confetti-cut, micro-cut, and strip-cut models, of varying sizes and paper capacities to meet your specific needs. We also have the shredder bags and shredder oil you will need to keep whichever model(s) you purchase running smoothly and well-maintained. If you need any advice on which models are best, just contact our knowledgeable staff - they will be glad to help.

Holiday Highlighters!

2008-12-12T14:47:00.000-08:00

No doubt this holiday season will see its fair share of present wrapping, as you carefully envelop each present in wrapping paper of bright colors and beautiful designs for each of your loved ones. But after the bows have been attached and ribbons tied, it comes time to address the presents so everyone knows who gets the pleasure of opening it - and for that we have the perfect thing: highlighters and highlighter sets (with multiple colors) are a great way to add even more bright color to your wrapped presents - you can write the recipient's name in hot pink, neon green, and a host of other radiant shades with pen-style highlighters and markers. Maybe you assign a certain color to each member of the family, or mark the smaller presents in one color and mark the big finale-style presents in another. The possibilities are endless, so let your creative side take over and have a blast and add a spark to your present labels this year!

Scanners - Digitize your Old Photos

2008-12-05T16:04:00.000-08:00

We know, especially for those affected by this year's wild fires in California, that protecting old photos is one the biggest concerns for people who have to evacuate or are in danger of losing their homes. No amount of insurance can replace those cherished memories, so make sure that you never lose them by putting them in digital format with the help of a high-quality flatbed scanner. With today's scanner technology and photo editing software, you can create permanent image files of all of your old photos quickly and easily.

Make sure you choose a scanner that scans in color and has a high level of bit depth. This way your photos will look as close to the original as possible, and if you want to do any editing, will have the highest color integrity possible for you to work with. One example of an excellent scanner for this purpose is the Hewlett-Packard Scanjet G4010 Photo Flatbed Scanner, with innovative 6-color, 96-bit color photo scanning, and a highly- detailed 4800 x 9600 dpi hardware resolution. With this scanner, every detail will be captured and your photos will look great.

As a note, if you are looking to preserve your photos and keep them safe in case of a fire or other disaster, make sure you store them on a portable disk, flash memory drive, or using online file storage, so you don't have to worry about losing them. We hope you never need to worry about this, but if you do, we hope this tip will help you be better prepared. Happy holidays and happy scanning!

Office Supplies Gifts?

2008-12-01T15:58:00.000-08:00

Well, it's "Cyber Monday" and people everywhere are making a mad rush to the web (thank god there are no lines online!) to buy gifts for their entire list. While the obvious choices as gifts for most include the iPods and Nintendo Wiis of the world, we don't want anyone to forget that office supplies too can be a great gifts.

Do you have someone on your list that spends almost all of their time parked in front of their computer working or playing? Why not get him/her a new office chair! Check out our office chair selection and get one that will make life just a little more comfortable for that friend or family member who has worn down their chair with overuse.

What about that budding artist in your family? You can get them a flatbed scanner, which allow them to scan their artwork into digital form to work on in a digital art program like Photoshop or Illustrator. If they aren't quite ready to go digital, you can just get them some good old fashioned art supplies, like colored pencils, paint brushes, and more.

And how about that obsessively organized one on the list? How about a labeler and labeling tape so they can start sticking everything with a label that says exactly what it is and where it should go. We have a great selection of label makers, from Casio and Brother, as well as the tapes to keep them going.

So the bottom line is don't forget about those more functional office gifts that can be just as thoughtful and, more importantly, useful as anything you can get online. As always, Office-Supplies.us.com offers free shipping on orders over $75, so shop away, and enjoy your holiday!

Business Bags and Luggage

2008-11-21T16:57:00.000-08:00

With the holidays coming up, many are making year-end business trips to finalize deals and get ready for the new year. As always, Office-Supplies.us.com wants to make every aspect of your business run more smoothly, because we know that even small conveniences can make a big difference. Ask any business traveler for tips on how to make the process more bearable, and atop most lists will be a quality carry-on business bag that will carry all of your materials, clothes, etc without the hassle of having to wait for baggage claim at the airport. So see them all the time, travel bags and business cases meant to be carried on a flight, and compact enough to fit in overhead compartments. If you don't have one, or yours is withered from over-use, consider checking out the models we carry online, for easy ordering and delivery before your next trip.

We have the most popular business bags, cases, and luggage, from quality brands like Fellowes, Bond Street, and Special Flyer. Luggage to quickly and securely store your clothes, toiletries and other necessities is more affordable than you think, with lines like the Companion II carry-on case, running under $200. For trips that require you to bring presentation equipment, the Travel Projector case from Fellowes will protect your projector for the trip, and allow convenient access when you reach your destination. We also carry compact bags for your laptop and work materials, all designed to give you a professional look, and convenient access to everything you need.

Don't keep getting stuck in baggage courts, or even worse, with lost luggage. Get yourself a professional business case and luggage and make your trips less of a hassle than you thought possible. Thanks for checking in this week, and let us know if you need any assistance as you shop!