What Comes in a Franking Starter Pack (And What You Actually Need)

A Mailcoms franking starter pack includes everything you need to start franking from day one: a Royal Mail approved ink cartridge, a pack of franking labels, late meter posting envelopes and a Royal Mail postage size guide. Together these ensure correct impressions, Royal Mail compliance and a fully operational mailroom from the moment your machine arrives.

Just received your new franking machine, or thinking about making the switch from stamps to a smarter way of posting? At Mailcoms, we make sure every franking machine – whether you are buying or leasing – comes with everything you need to get started. In this blog, we will walk you through exactly what comes in a Mailcoms starter pack, what each item is for, and any extras worth considering as you get your franking process up and running.

What Is Included in a Mailcoms Franking Starter Pack?

Every new Mailcoms franking machine comes with a carefully curated starter pack. Here is what you will typically find inside:

• Franking ink cartridge
• Franking labels
• Late meter posting envelopes
• Royal Mail size guide

We have helped thousands of UK businesses set up their franking operations quickly and confidently. Whether you are just starting out or transitioning from another provider, our starter pack ensures you get everything needed to:

• Save time on your daily post
• Ensure Royal Mail compliance
• Begin franking with confidence from day one

Royal Mail Approved Franking Ink Cartridge

• A brand new ink cartridge is delivered with your franking machine as standard.
• Fully compatible and approved by Royal Mail.
• Designed for crisp, long-lasting impressions.

Why it matters

Using the correct ink cartridge ensures your mail is accepted by Royal Mail, prevents misprints, and keeps your franking machine performing at its best from the very first job.

Pack of High-Quality Franking Labels

• Includes a starter pack of adhesive labels.
• Perfect for applying postage to parcels, padded mailers and thick envelopes.
• Compatible with all major franking machine models we supply.

Why it matters

Not all mail items can be fed directly through a franking machine. Imagine fitting a cardboard box through a feeder – it is not going to happen. Franking labels let you apply postage cleanly and professionally, even to tricky packaging shapes.

Late Meter Posting Envelopes

• Supplied for use with items posted after Royal Mail’s standard cut-off time.
• Ensures franked mail is still accepted and processed correctly.
• Ready for immediate use.

Why it matters

If you are unable to have your post collected by Royal Mail, or do not have easy access to a post office and a franked mail box, late meter posting envelopes are the must-have solution for any busy office.

Royal Mail Postage Size Guide

• Official size-check tool supplied with all new franking machines.
• Helps you quickly identify whether your item is a letter, large letter or small parcel.
• Designed to help you select the correct postage rate before franking.

Why it matters

Avoid overpaying or underpaying by checking your package dimensions before printing. This small tool can save your business real money over time.

In Summary

A Mailcoms starter pack is not just a few extras – it is a carefully curated setup kit that gets your business franking-ready right out of the box. From compliant franking ink to essential tools like the Royal Mail size guide, we include everything to help you hit the ground running, with no stress and no wasted postage.

At Mailcoms, we offer a range of franking machines. If you are interested in getting a franking machine or wish to upgrade to a Mailmark franking machine with even lower prices available, then please view our franking machine page here or call us today on 01543 572 776.

We are a Royal Mail Authorised Independent Inspector & Maintainer of franking machines with over 40,000 customers nationwide and we can supply you with our very own range of models.

FAQs

What comes in a franking machine starter pack? A Mailcoms starter pack includes a Royal Mail approved franking ink cartridge, a pack of franking labels, late meter posting envelopes and a Royal Mail postage size guide.

Why do I need franking labels if I have a franking machine? Not all items can be fed through a franking machine, such as parcels and thick packaging. Franking labels let you apply postage cleanly to items that cannot pass through the feeder.

What are late meter posting envelopes for? Late meter posting envelopes are used for franked mail posted after Royal Mail’s standard cut-off time, ensuring it is still accepted and processed correctly.