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Being Mailmark compatible means a franking machine prints Royal Mail’s 2D barcode on every item, qualifying for Royal Mail’s lowest postage rates and giving each mail piece a unique, trackable identity. Mailmark was introduced by Royal Mail in 2014 as the modern replacement for the traditional ‘town and crown’ die.
What Mailmark Compatible Means
A Mailmark compatible franking machine prints a 2D barcode onto all mail items, making every item unique. Mailmark enables Royal Mail to identify items of mail as they move through the delivery process, from mail centres to the distribution network. The aim is to give franking machine users alternative ways of franking and greater efficiency for Royal Mail’s operations.
By being Mailmark compatible, businesses gain access to a range of extras and benefits. Below is a range of Mailmark compatible models.
| Mailcoms | Pitney Bowes | Neopost | Frama |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mailstart Plus | DM60 | IS280c | Matrix F12 |
| Mailbase | DM160i | IS350c | Matrix F22 |
| Mailbase Plus | DM300c | IS420 | Matrix F32 |
| Mailbase Speed | DM400c | IS440 | Matrix F42 |
| Mailcentre | DM475c | IS480 | Matrix F62 |
| Mailpoint Connect | Connect+ Series | IS5000 / IS6000 | Matrix F82 |
A Cheaper Alternative
To encourage more businesses to convert to a Mailmark compatible franking machine, Royal Mail offers the cheapest postage option available when sending mail by Mailmark. Upgrading to Mailmark is easy, and in many cases a brand new franking machine is not required. Many of our customers have converted to a Mailmark franking machine and are now reaping the benefits.
Flexibility and Convenience
Mailmark also offers more flexibility and added convenience. You can send your mail via any Post Office or mail centre, not just your local one, because the printed postal town is no longer on the mail item. This may sound minor, but the flexibility is a real benefit, especially for smaller businesses, and it overcomes the issues some companies face when they cannot use a nearby Post Office because of a postcode.
Frequently asked questions
What does Mailmark compatible mean?
It means a franking machine prints the Royal Mail 2D Mailmark barcode on each item, qualifying for the lowest Royal Mail postage rates.
Do I need a new franking machine for Mailmark?
Not always. Many machines can be converted to Mailmark, though some older models need replacing.
What are the benefits of Mailmark?
The cheapest Royal Mail postage rates, a unique 2D barcode on each item, and the flexibility to post via any Post Office or mail centre.