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		<title>Amazing starter stationery pack</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:09:27 +0000</pubDate>
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Stationery bundle, consisting of 10 items, spiral notebooks, top bound packed 10, correction fluid x 1 bottle, 3 x 3 yellow post-it notes packed 12, plastic erasers packed 10, taylor shears 210mm x 1, paperclips large plain 33mm packed 100, wallet of assorted highlighters (4), Shatterproof ruler 300mm x 1, medium ballpoint pens black packed [...]]]></description>
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Stationery bundle, consisting of 10 items, spiral notebooks, top bound packed 10, correction fluid x 1 bottle, 3 x 3 yellow post-it notes packed 12, plastic erasers packed 10, taylor shears 210mm x 1, paperclips large plain 33mm packed 100, wallet of assorted highlighters (4), Shatterproof ruler 300mm x 1, medium ballpoint pens black packed 50 and HB pencils packed 12, amazing offer!!!!!!</p>
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		<title>Amazing Printed Stationery Offer</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:46:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have put together an amazing offer for business stating out or for plumbers who have now become Gas Safe Registered and will need to have their printed stationery changed, one of the offers is::
1000 A4 Letterheads, 3000 1/3 A4 Compliment Slips and 1000 Business cards full colour £  369.00 plus V.A.T or
1000 A4 Letterheads, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have put together an amazing offer for business stating out or for plumbers who have now become Gas Safe Registered and will need to have their printed stationery changed, one of the offers is::</p>
<p>1000 A4 Letterheads, 3000 1/3 A4 Compliment Slips and 1000 Business cards full colour £  369.00 plus V.A.T or</p>
<p>1000 A4 Letterheads, 3000 1/3 A4 Compliment Slips and 1000 Business cards 2 colour print £ 249.00 plus V.A.T.</p>
<p>Letterheads and compliment slips are printed on 100gsm paper and business cards on 335gsm card.  Please ring if  you would like prices on different combinations!</p>
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		<title>Legal Office Supplies offer for the New Financial Year</title>
		<link>http://www.appleofficesupplies.co.uk/promotions/legal-office-supplies/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2010 21:11:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ordering office supplies for your legal practice? We have put a package of offers together specially design for the busy Solicitors office. So restock your legal stationery cupboard from our fabulous legal range. Remember to register before buying to avail of our fabulous legal offers!
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft" src="http://online.apple-office.opnet.co.uk/Images/252/098257.jpg" alt="Legal Folders" width="250" height="250" />Ordering office supplies for your legal practice? We have put a package of offers together specially design for the busy Solicitors office. So restock your legal stationery cupboard from <strong><a title="Legal Offers" href="http://www.appleofficesupplies.co.uk/op.php?ttag=Legal%20Office%20Supplies%20Special%20Offers&amp;param=SearchText=legal">our fabulous legal range</a></strong>. Remember to <a title="register for discounts" href="http://www.appleofficesupplies.co.uk/discount-office-supplies/">register before buying</a> to avail of our fabulous legal offers!</p>
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		<title>Client Testimonials</title>
		<link>http://www.appleofficesupplies.co.uk/useful-articles/client-testimonials/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:29:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[AXA Insurance
We have always found Apple Office to be extremely helpful and efficient.   They go out of their way to help us, sometimes even when we don&#8217;t know quite know what we want!   Apple are always friendly and approachable and their service and delivery is excellent.
CIP Insurance Brokers
Apple is a local [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>AXA Insurance</h2>
<blockquote><p>We have always found Apple Office to be extremely helpful and efficient.   They go out of their way to help us, sometimes even when we don&#8217;t know quite know what we want!   Apple are always friendly and approachable and their service and delivery is excellent.</p></blockquote>
<h2>CIP Insurance Brokers</h2>
<blockquote><p>Apple is a local company which we gladly support, I find their service first rate. Orders are received promptly the next day. They have a good back up service for any unusual requests. I would recommend them to anyone.</p></blockquote>
<h2>IFS Global Logistics</h2>
<blockquote><p>Apple Office are the best value for money supplier we have come across with a wide variety of products to choose from. They always deliver on time &#8211; next day &#8211; unless the product is unavailable in which case we are kept informed and updated on delivery progress.</p></blockquote>
<h2>Home Delivery Network</h2>
<blockquote><p>We have always found the service which Apple Office provide extremely efficient and speedy.  All orders are processed and delivered on the following day of the order being generated, either online through the simple to use website, or by calling through to the local office and speaking with the very helpful and well informed staff.  The website itself also offers invaluable reports to help us monitor spending in certain categories which we always  find advantageous.</p></blockquote>
<h2>Reconnect</h2>
<blockquote><p>Apple Office Supplies has been Reconnect&#8217;s main source for office stationery for the past year.  Reconnect is a charity that provides a service for people with Acquired Brain Injury and depends very much on the goodwill of people and businesses to help fund its&#8217; services so it is essential that we are prudent with our financial resources and ensure that we get best value for money.  We have found that Apple Office Supplies has been most competitive in terms of price.  We have also found the service that Apple provides both on-line and by telephone is excellent, they have helped us on a number of occassions to source items quickly.  Delivery is always within 24 hours which is much appreciated and there is no problem in returning items that were ordered incorrectly.
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		<title>What is A5 Paper and what are Its Uses?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:19:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A5 paper is one of the most common paper sizes used around the globe. The paper measures 148mm x 210mm (5.8in x 8.3in). Some of the most common uses of this type of paper are as flyers and leaflets. You can also find heavier cardstock versions of the paper with which you can make greeting [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A5 paper is one of the most common paper sizes used around the globe. The paper measures 148mm x 210mm (5.8in x 8.3in). Some of the most common uses of this type of paper are as flyers and leaflets. You can also find heavier cardstock versions of the paper with which you can make greeting cards.</p>
<p>Businesses and individuals will be able to find a number of different uses for this size paper. Those who are creative and have a good ink jet or laser printer, as well as a design program, might want to create their own greeting cards. Even with the cost of ink, creating and printing personalized greeting cards on A5 paper is cost effective, not to mention fun.</p>
<p>Businesses will realize that buying the paper in bulk and then having a professional printer, or even using the printer in their own office, print up flyers is a good way to cut marketing costs. In addition, you could have the printer place your letterhead on the paper for any non-formal communications that you might have.</p>
<p>Many different types of preprinted stationary are available on this size paper as well. You will be able to find a number of different attendance pads, interview pads, note pads, telephone message pads and much more. You can also buy attractive covers that will protect the paper.</p>
<p>Of course, A5 paper is used in many other things in daily life. You will be able to buy notebooks that use paper of that size, as well as filing pockets, calendars, diaries, and much more. The smaller size is one of the benefits of the paper, as it makes carrying and storing the items easier.</p>
<p>You can also find a number of A5 products for sale. These are made from recycled material and have much less of an impact on the environment. Many companies that are environmentally conscious are choosing these items.</p>
<p>When purchasing the above items, you might want to consider buying in bulk. You will find that purchasing large quantities of items that you use on a regular basis is a good, cost saving practice. Everyone, whether they have a business or are simply buying the paper for their personal needs, will be able to appreciate being able to save some money.</p>
<p>Consider all of the different uses and styles of the A5 paper and start stocking up today at AppleOfficeSupplies.co.uk.</p>
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		<title>Keep Organized with a Lever Arch File</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:18:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everyone who has paperwork lying around in piles can benefit from the use of a lever arch file. Those who have unorganized bills, important paperwork, or documents that have no home of their own, can use the files to keep organized. If you have a home office, or if you need these files for your [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Everyone who has paperwork lying around in piles can benefit from the use of a lever arch file. Those who have unorganized bills, important paperwork, or documents that have no home of their own, can use the files to keep organized. If you have a home office, or if you need these files for your company, you will find that they are useful for a variety of purposes. These files are perfect for A4 sized papers.</p>
<p>Those who want to keep all of their documents at home from being mixed up or misplaced should choose several files to keep the papers separated. You will be able to have a lever arch file for your bills, for your personal medical records, for insurance papers, for mortgage papers and bank statements, and much more. A file will be able to keep each aspect of your life and paperwork neatly contained and in order.</p>
<p>Businesses, whether it is a home business or a large corporation, will also be able to benefit from the use of these files. Companies will be able to keep all of their standard operating procedures in these files, as well as any company employee handbooks. The lever arch file is much better than traditional binding for this purpose because it is easy to make changes and then simply replace the old page with the new page in the file.</p>
<p>The covers on the files are sturdy, and they provide a more aesthetically pleasing look to the home or office. You will be able to label the spine so that you will be able to tell what the file contains without having to look through it. Individuals and businesses will be able to find numerous uses for these handy files.</p>
<p>You will want to choose the right size folder to organize all of the paperwork that you have. Different sizes of lever arch files are available to suit your needs. You can find those that have a 50mm spine, as well as those that have a 70mm spine. In addition, you will find that the files come in a variety of colors. This serves not only to brighten up your files, but also as an added means of organization. Choosing certain colors of files depending on the types of documents they hold will let you know at a glance what the file contains.</p>
<p>AppleOfficeSupplies.co.uk is your source for lever arch files online and in the UK.</p>
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		<title>How to Use Vellum Paper</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:17:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the most popular types of paper is vellum. The uses of vellum paper are many, both in business and at home. You will be able to find the paper in a number of different sizes, although the most common size is A4.
The paper is perfect for a number of business applications. Printing reports, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the most popular types of paper is vellum. The uses of vellum paper are many, both in business and at home. You will be able to find the paper in a number of different sizes, although the most common size is A4.</p>
<p>The paper is perfect for a number of business applications. Printing reports, cover letters, press releases, and more all look better when they are on this light but sturdy paper. You will be able to use the paper in laser and inkjet printers with no trouble at all.</p>
<p>For companies, as well as individuals who find that they need to use a lot of the paper, it is generally a good idea to buy in bulk. You can find reams of vellum paper that come with 500 sheets. If you know that you will send out more than this in a given period, then you might want to buy several reams at the same time, as this will save you money. It is certainly the most cost effective way to get your paper.</p>
<p>Those who are looking for a new job would do well to choose the vellum as the paper of choice for their resume. Using a high quality paper – while it might not land you the job – will at least show the people who review the resume that you care enough about the company to send only your best.</p>
<p>When you use the vellum paper for your resume, be sure that the print quality on the resume is good. Also, be sure that you don&#8217;t smudge any of the ink before sending the resume off. Ink jets, if you are not careful, will have a tendency to smudge.</p>
<p>Another popular use of the paper is in the scrapbooking community. It has a variety of uses that will make the standard scrapbooking pages stand out, and it works very well with the different adhesives that scrap bookers utilize.</p>
<p>Traditionally, vellum paper was made from animal skin. However, today the paper is made of cotton, which is far more affordable and practical. You will find that the many uses of the paper, as well as its high quality, are what continue to make it so popular. When ordering your paper, make sure that you order enough to cover all of your needs for at least the next quarter, and possibly enough to last the year.  AppleOfficeSupplies.co.uk is your source for vellum paper in the UK.</p>
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		<title>Choosing the Right DL Envelopes</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:14:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[DL envelopes are one of the most common sizes on the market. DL simply means Dimension Lengthwise, and they are most often used for sheets of A4 paper, which one folds into thirds to fit into the envelope. The dimensions of the envelope are 220 x 110 mm. Many businesses use these types of envelopes [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DL envelopes are one of the most common sizes on the market. DL simply means Dimension Lengthwise, and they are most often used for sheets of A4 paper, which one folds into thirds to fit into the envelope. The dimensions of the envelope are 220 x 110 mm. Many businesses use these types of envelopes for the bulk of their correspondence.</p>
<p>A few of the reasons that a business could make use of the envelopes is by mailing out single page letters, sending out announcements and offers, and reminding customers and clients about payments or new services. In most cases, they are used for nonofficial correspondence. The DL envelopes are lightweight and easy to use for mailing purposes.</p>
<p>Of course, when folding the paper to fit into the envelope, it is important to take care and make sure the paper is folded correctly in order to maintain a professional look. Many companies use the envelopes to send only one sheet of folded paper to ease the need for folding.</p>
<p>When choosing the right envelopes for their needs, businesses will be able to find envelopes with a gummed seal as well as those with a self-sealer. With the gummed seal, the person stuffing and closing the envelope will need to moisten the flap. The self-sealers have strips of paper that, when removed, reveal glue that is ready to seal the DL envelopes.</p>
<p>In addition, companies will be able to choose from envelopes that have windows for the address and those that are plain. Depending on the purpose, companies may want to choose the envelopes with windows because they will be able to save on ink and printing labels.</p>
<p>Some companies choose to buy their envelopes and then have them printed at an outside printing company. A professional print job on the DL envelopes will often look far more professional than those done with an ink jet, which may smear. Businesses will be able to put their own logo on the envelope, which can help to further their branding and create a professional image for the company.</p>
<p>Businesses will also be able to choose envelopes made from recycled paper. With more companies going green, this could be an environmentally and financially sound choice.</p>
<p>Another consideration for buying DL envelopes is the quantity. Companies that tend to mail out a considerable amount of material over the course of a year should consider buying in bulk and AppleOfficeSupplies.co.uk.</p>
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		<title>Buying C6 Envelopes for Your Business</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:11:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[C6 envelopes are common for mailing a variety of types of correspondence, from greeting cards to letters. The size of the envelopes is 114 x 162 mm (4 1/2 x 6 3/8), and they are available both with and without windows. Envelopes such as these come in press seal and gum seal varieties. When purchasing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>C6 envelopes are common for mailing a variety of types of correspondence, from greeting cards to letters. The size of the envelopes is 114 x 162 mm (4 1/2 x 6 3/8), and they are available both with and without windows. Envelopes such as these come in press seal and gum seal varieties. When purchasing envelopes, it is always important to choose those that are high quality, both in the paper used and the adhesive used to seal the envelope.</p>
<p>Those who use these envelopes for their business may want to consider buying in bulk, as it is more cost effective. Even those who only use the envelopes for their greeting cards may want to buy the C6 envelopes in bulk if they have multiple mailings throughout the year for holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, and other events. Purchasing several hundred of these envelopes at a time is a financially sound decision for businesses that know they will use them all.</p>
<p>These envelopes can hold an A4 sheet of paper folded twice in quarters, or an A5 sheet of paper folded in half. Postage will vary with these envelopes depending on the weight and thickness of the envelope when mailed. These envelopes are perfect for mailing personal letters as well as professional correspondence.</p>
<p>These envelopes will fit in most printers, and many word processing programs have settings that will allow you to print addresses directly on the envelope. Those who have a business and a logo or letterhead will be able to print these directly on the C6 envelopes as well. Businesses may instead opt to print their own labels that they can then affix to the envelopes.</p>
<p>It might even be beneficial to order the C6 envelopes that have windows for the address to which you are sending the letter. This will alleviate the need for the business to print labels or print directly on the envelope. If the business sends out thousands of these letters each year, the window envelopes will save money on ink and labels.</p>
<p>Customers will be able to find the envelopes in both white and manila. When choosing the color that the business needs, they should consider the letters and correspondence they are mailing, as well as the image of their company and what they want to project.</p>
<p>Businesses will find a number of choices when it comes to satisfying their need for C6 envelopes at AppleOfficeSupplies.co.uk.</p>
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		<title>Ergonomic Mouse</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2009 08:48:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Advantages of an Ergonomic Mouse
The mouse is one of the most heavily-used pieces of computer equipment and, when repetitively used incorrectly, can cause health problems for employees. An ergonomic mouse offers relief from this by encouraging users to maintain correct hand and wrist position without even having to think about it. While it may [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Advantages of an Ergonomic Mouse</strong></p>
<p>The mouse is one of the most heavily-used pieces of computer equipment and, when repetitively used incorrectly, can cause health problems for employees. An ergonomic mouse offers relief from this by encouraging users to maintain correct hand and wrist position without even having to think about it. While it may seem like a small thing, the consequences of repetitive motion injuries can be quite severe, ranging from some loss of feeling in the fingers to a complete disability for the affected hand and wrist. Avoiding this is incredibly easy and worth the effort.</p>
<p>An ergonomic mouse is designed with a shape that makes it fit comfortably within the hand. This requires the hand to be in a natural position, wrist straight, fingers and thumb relaxed and without tension on any of the tendons or muscles of the hand. The first computer mouse devices were enormously convenient but designed in such a way that handling them for hours put repetitive stress on certain parts of the hand. In particular, they were designed as a simple, rounded surface that required the hand to adapt to the shape rather than having the shape adapted to the hand.</p>
<p>On an ergonomic mouse, design considerations make it fit perfectly within the hand. Generally, they feature a curved design on the side where the thumb is placed which not only handles better but which allows the addition of extra buttons that can be used for various functions. They also tend toward a design which is curved on the top, allowing one to simply rest their hand on top of the device and easily reach any of the buttons or wheels without twisting their wrist to operate the entire apparatus. Over a period of hours, this can make a huge difference where comfort is concerned.</p>
<p>While a classic mouse design is still in heavy use, demand for more ergonomic mouse designs have made them as easily found as are their more primitive cousins. These devices seldom cost much more than the older-style mouse devices and, in many cases, the higher price results in better quality and a longer life. Features such as the extra buttons and the availability of wireless mouse devices which can be used in any position the user finds comfortable are also great improvements. These devices usually advertise themselves as ergonomic and are available from quality office suppliers.</p>
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