[Web4lib] Color printing

[Dale Irving]

I can't directly answer John's query regarding the cost of color printing, 
but I can tell him one way to find the information.  He can access supplies 
cost information from the printer mfg website as well as expected 
consumption rates (it does vary per color) and compare this to the list 
prices for the supplies (and expected consumption) for his b&w printer.

Also, we provide color printing (HP4600) in the public library I work at, 
charging .50 per page (5 times b&w rate - an arbitrary figure)  We also use 
Envisionware's LPT1 product to control printing costs.  Its a bit expensive 
but works very well - requiring patrons to accept the print job and clearly 
stated cost before the job is sent to the printer.  Jobs are release either 
at a staff print station or, optionally, at a public release station.  A 
coin kiosk can also be used.
Dale