How Plumas Lake Elementary School District Reduced ID Card Reprints by 60% and Saved $850 Annually with the Seaory S26 Printer

To overcome challenges associated with their previous printer, Plumas Lake Elementary upgraded to the Seaory S26 printer provided by Bodno.

Plumas Elementary School

Summary:

Plumas Lake Elementary School District serves approximately 1,348 students (grades K–8) across three campuses in California. Dedicated to student safety, operational efficiency, and resource management, the district's transportation department required a reliable, cost-effective solution for printing durable student bus passes.

1,348

Students

Serves grades K–8 across three campuses in California

The Challenge

Prior to implementing the Seaory S26 printer, the district utilized an older printer model, experiencing recurring operational issues:

High Reprint Rates

Approximately 15% of bus passes required reprints due to fading or damage, resulting in increased printing costs and administrative time.

Elevated Costs

Each reprinted bus pass cost about $2.50, totaling approximately $1,215 annually in extra printing expenses.

Maintenance & Downtime

Frequent printer issues required staff to spend roughly 3–4 hours each month troubleshooting and handling downtime, adversely affecting productivity.

Poor Card Durability:

ID cards regularly faded or became unreadable, creating identification and safety concerns.

The Solution — Seaory S26 printer

Plumas Lake Elementary School District implemented the Seaory S26 printer to address these specific operational challenges, achieving immediate improvements:

60% Reduction in Reprints:

The Seaory S26's high-quality printing technology decreased reprint rates from around 15% to approximately 6%, significantly lowering replacement costs and reducing material waste.

$850 in Annual Savings:

With fewer reprints required, the district saved roughly $850 annually on card replacements and associated administrative labor.

75% Decrease in Printer Downtime:

Maintenance and downtime decreased from 3–4 hours per month to less than one hour, reclaiming about 36 productive staff-hours per year.

Improved Card Durability and Clarity:

Cards printed with the Seaory S26 remain clear and durable, enhancing student identification and security throughout the entire school year.

Seaory S26: The Right Choice?

What Changed After Switching to Bodno

Here’s how the right printer and support system transformed campus ID management — instantly.

Immediate Cost Reduction

Annual savings of approximately $850 directly attributed to fewer card reprints and reduced labor expenses.

Enhanced Staff Productivity

The reduced need for printer maintenance allowed administrative and transportation staff to regain approximately 36 hours annually, reallocating their time to higher-priority tasks.

Consistent Card Quality and Reliability

Enhanced printing technology produced consistently clear and resilient cards, addressing previous concerns about readability and card lifespan.

Excellent Customer Support

Bodno’s responsive support team promptly addressed minor issues, ensuring continued operational effectiveness.

What the Olinda Team Is Saying

Amy Wilke
Transportation Dispatcher

“Since upgrading to the Seaory S26, we’ve cut reprints in half, saved roughly $850 a year, and reclaimed valuable time. The printer is dependable and easy for anyone to use.”

School Office Secretary

"The Seaory S26 has noticeably streamlined our ID card printing tasks. It’s extremely user-friendly, and we're spending far less time managing maintenance or dealing with printer issues."

 IT Support Specialist

"The printer’s reliability is a huge improvement. We’re experiencing much less downtime, fewer maintenance requests, and our operational workflow has become much smoother. Bodno’s technical support has also been outstanding."

School Admin

"Anytime we’ve run into a hiccup, Bodno’s support team has been right there to help. They’re quick, friendly, and make sure we’re never stuck for long. It really gives us peace of mind knowing they’ve got our back."

Results Before and After the Seaory S26 Implementation

Before Bodno

  • ~15 % of bus passes had to be re-issued due to fading or damage
  • ≈ $1,215 lost each year on replacement cards and staff hours
  • 3-4 hrs/month spent troubleshooting an aging device
  • Frequent interruptions; staff pulled from priority tasks
With Bodno

  • 60 % reduction in reprints thanks to longer-lasting, clearer cards
  • ≈ $850 saved annually by slashing waste and labor costs
  • < 1 hr/month of maintenance— a 75 % decrease
  • Streamlined, user-friendly process that frees 36+ staff-hours per year

The Impact of Bodno: Smarter, Safer Student Transportation

Amy Wilke,
Transportation Dispatcher

“Since upgrading to the Seaory S26, we’ve cut reprints in half, saved roughly $850 a year, and reclaimed valuable time. The printer is dependable and easy for anyone to use.”

The partnership between Plumas Lake Elementary School District and Bodno transformed ID-card production into a faster, cheaper, and more reliable operation—bolstering student safety while protecting the district’s budget. By adopting the Seaory S26, the district now delivers durable bus passes on-demand and keeps its transportation team focused on moving students, not fixing printers.

  • Security First
  • Fast Printing
  • Quality Cards