Equipment Financing | Alder Color Solutions

Own It Today. Pay As You Earn.

Finance your print equipment through Alder Color Solutions with flexible monthly payments. Start generating revenue immediately—let your equipment pay for itself.

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Preserve Working Capital

Keep cash available for ink, media, and operations. Finance equipment from Alder while you stay liquid.

Fast Approvals

Most qualified applicants get same-day decisions. No waiting around—get approved and get printing.

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Section 179 Tax Benefits

Write off up to 100% of qualifying equipment purchases in year one. Consult your tax advisor to maximize savings.

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Terms That Work

Choose from 24 to 60-month terms designed around your cash flow and production schedules.

Three Steps to Equipment Ownership

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Apply Online

Our simple, intuitive digital application can be completed in 2-3 minutes.

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Get Approved

Fast decisions for qualified applicants. More detailed applications are typically reviewed within a business day.

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Get Printing

Sign documents, coordinate delivery with Alder, and put your equipment to work producing beautiful color output.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about financing equipment from Alder Color Solutions

What credit score do I need to qualify? +

For established businesses (2+ years in operation), we typically look for a 640+ FICO score. Newer businesses (under 2 years) generally need a 700+ score. However, we evaluate each application holistically, considering factors like time in business, cash flow, industry experience, and equipment type. If you're close, it's still worth applying.

How long does the approval process take? +

Most applications receive a decision within hours for qualified applicants. If we need additional documentation, reviews typically take a business day, and more complex applications are usually resolved within 48 hours. We know print shops need to move fast, so we move fast too.

What are the tax benefits of financing equipment? +

Under Section 179, businesses may be able to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment in the year it's placed into service, subject to annual deduction limits set by the IRS. This can significantly reduce your tax burden and improve cash flow. Always consult your tax advisor to understand the current limits and how these rules apply to your business.

What if I'm a startup or newer print shop? +

We work with newer print businesses regularly and understand the challenges of getting started. For businesses under 2 years old, we typically require a 700+ personal credit score and at least 3 credit tradelines. Relevant industry experience and a clear plan for using the equipment can strengthen your application.

What types of equipment can I finance? +

We finance all types of print and color equipment available through Alder: wide-format inkjet printers, dye-sublimation printers, solvent printers, proofing systems, spectrophotometers, color management hardware, graphics monitors, and more. Both new and used equipment may qualify.

Can I finance more than one piece of equipment? +

In many cases, yes. As your print shop grows, we can often help you add additional equipment over time, subject to credit approval and overall exposure limits. Talk with us about your production plans so we can structure financing that supports your growth.

Typical Qualification Guidelines

Established Businesses (2+ years): 640+ FICO, 3+ comparable tradelines.
New Businesses (Under 2 years): 700+ FICO, 3+ tradelines, no recent bankruptcies or charge-offs.
Don't meet these exactly? Apply anyway. We review each application individually and consider the full picture of your business, including equipment type, production pipeline, industry experience, and cash flow projections. Every print shop's situation is unique, and we look at more than just numbers on a credit report.
Financing provided by ElmBlue Equipment Finance. All programs, rates, and terms are subject to credit approval and may change without notice.