Franking the Office Cat
Meet Frank and Discover What Franking Really Means for Your Business

At our office, “franking the office cat” is not just a saying. It is a running joke inspired by our very own office cat, Frank. While Frank has no official role in the Cheap Franking Machine Supplies, his name makes him the perfect mascot for a process that is part of daily life for thousands of UK businesses: franking.

Behind the humour, franking remains one of the most reliable, cost effective and professional ways to manage business post. Whether you send five letters a day or five hundred, franking plays a vital role in keeping communication flowing.

What Does Franking Mean?

Franking is the process of printing postage directly onto an envelope or label using a franking machine. Instead of applying stamps manually, a franking machine produces a clean, accurate postage impression that includes:

• The postage value
• The date
• Your business name or return address

This method is widely used by offices, schools, charities and warehouses across the UK due to its speed, accuracy and professional appearance.

And while our Frank prefers sleeping on warm parcels rather than processing mail, the name always brings a smile to customers who hear the story.

Why Businesses Choose Franking Machines

Businesses move away from traditional stamps for several important reasons.

Cost Savings

Franked mail typically benefits from discounted Royal Mail rates compared to stamped mail, helping organisations reduce monthly postage costs.

Speed and Efficiency

Processing mail through a franking machine is far quicker than handling stamps, especially in busy postrooms where time matters.

Professional Image

A crisp franked impression presents a far more professional image than a stamped envelope, reinforcing your brand before the letter is even opened.

Accurate Tracking and Control

Franking machines provide better visibility over postage spend and usage, supporting budgeting and reporting.

The Role of Franking Ink and Franking Labels

A franking machine is only as reliable as the consumables inside it. Franking ink and franking labels are not optional extras. They are critical to performance and Royal Mail compliance.

Franking Ink

High quality franking ink ensures:

• Clear, scannable impressions
• No smudging or fading
• Reduced machine wear
• Fewer rejected mail items

Using incorrect or poor quality ink can result in illegible postage marks and delayed deliveries.

Franking Labels

Franking labels are essential for:

• Parcels and packages
• Large or padded envelopes
• Items that cannot be fed directly through the machine

Quality labels prevent peeling, curling and misprints, even in high volume environments.

Running out of ink or labels at a critical time can bring an entire office to a halt. That is something even Frank cannot supervise his way out of.

Franking in the Real World

From solicitors and accountants to ecommerce businesses and public sector organisations, franking remains one of the most practical ways to send physical mail.

Admin teams rely on it for speed, finance teams rely on it for cost control, and customers rely on it for timely delivery. It is one of those systems that quietly keeps businesses running without drawing attention to itself.

And occasionally, it also gives rise to an office cat named Frank who has become part of the brand story.

Supporting Your Franking System

Keeping your franking operation running smoothly depends on three things:

• A reliable franking machine
• High quality franking ink
• Compatible, dependable franking labels

Regular supply, proper maintenance and trusted support ensure your postroom continues to operate without disruption.

If your franked impressions are fading, your labels are failing to feed correctly, or your machine is reaching the end of its service life, it may be time to review your current setup.

From Frank the Cat to Franked Post You Can Rely On

While our office cat Frank may not operate our machines, he remains the unofficial reminder of how central franking is to our daily operations. It is familiar, dependable and quietly essential, just like a postroom system should be.

Whether you are looking for a new franking machine, reliable franking ink or high quality franking labels, having a trusted supplier makes all the difference.