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So you’ve researched ID card printers online and you’re still uncertain which printer is best for you?
Of course you can always contact the team of ID specialists at ID Wholesaler for expert advice. Not ready to make that step? Give ID Wholesaler’s Printer Selector a try! More on ID Wholesaler’s Printer Selector
Attention P330i, P330m, and P430i Zebra ID card printer owners: a free firmware and driver upgrade is now available! This update provides more features and enhanced printer performance.
You can take advantage of these enhancements immediately by downloading the firmware and driver. Important Note: The new firmware is only compatible with the driver version indicated in the chart below. Please install both the firmware and associated driver. More on Zebra Printer Updates
Why clean your ID card printer? Well, if you saw things from our side or, more importantly, the technician’s side of things, you would see that this simple function is often neglected and leads to bigger problems. You see, regular cleaning of your printer is much like a regular oil change in your car. If you don’t change the oil regularly there are a number of things that can happen, including decreased performance and severe engine damage.
The same is true with cleaning your ID card printer. A dirty printer will lose print quality, have card feeding issues, and ultimately damage the printhead thus leaving lines running through your cards. Many times the printers sent to our technicians for repair simply need a good cleaning and then are running like new again. Actually, the percentage of printers that require this simple repair will surprise you… it is well above 50%! More on the Importance of Printer Cleanings
An ID card is more than a piece of plastic. Today’s technology allows your ID cards to become almost as smart as your employees!
There are a number of reasons for implementing an employee ID card program. Whether your company is large or small, improving personnel and asset security is probably one of your top priorities. Implementing an identification program is one of the fastest and most cost effective ways to enhance security. ID cards can range from a standard photo ID to multi-use cards. More on Employee ID Card Features
Lanyard, badge reel, or badge clip – which accessory is best for your application? Answer the following questions to help determine which badge accessory to purchase.
#1: Is safety an issue?
Safety should be your number one concern when choosing an ID accessory – especially for businesses with dangerous machinery or schools with young children. For example industrial environments are not well-suited for a lanyard which hangs from the neck; badge reels may be the best option. For those wanting a lanyard, yet concerned about safety, break-away lanyards are available. If the lanyard is grabbed by someone or caught on something, the break-away opens so the person wearing the lanyard won’t be injured. With these build-in safety features, break-away lanyards are a good choice for K-12 schools. More on Badge Accessory Purchasing Tips
Most people understand the importance of using employee ID cards, however what about all the other people who enter and exit your doors every day? From a security standpoint, it is useless to provide your employees with ID cards when you’re not doing anything about visitor management. Managing Security Risks
Does your driver’s license photo make you cringe? Fortunately you can bury your license in your wallet. ID cards, on the other hand, will be worn every day for all to see. If you are responsible for taking your organization’s ID photos, ensure great results with these simple tips.
Put Your Subject at Ease
Many people are uncomfortable about having their photo taken. If possible give the person advance notice about the photo session. Chat with the person for a few minutes before snapping the picture. Finally, allow the person to preview their photo before printing the ID card. More on Taking Great ID Photos
If you are going to print on pre-printed ID cards there are a few things to consider before purchasing an ID card printer.
Examine the Card
Is the pre-printed card a standard PVC card or is there a coating of some sort on the card? If the card is a standard PVC you should have no issues. In the rare instance that there is a coating on the ID card, we suggest you send a sample card for testing. When in doubt, send in a sample. At ID Wholesaler, we’re happy to test for you at no charge. We have found that some ribbons are unable to adhere to coatings on cards. Testing will determine which printer and ribbon is the best fit. More on Printing on Pre-Printed Cards
ID card printers come in all shapes and sizes with an abundance of additional capabilities. One feature that is standard among most card printers is the size of card they’re capable of printing. Far and away, most card printers are made to print on standard CR80 size cards, with a number of them also capable of printing on CR79 size cards.
So what exacty do “CR79″ and “CR80″ mean? More on ID Card Sizes
The most frequently asked question by a first-time ID card printer customer: which printer do you recommend?
There are many factors to consider when buying an ID card printer. First off, what do you want to put on your card? Will all of that information fit on the front of the card, or will some of it be placed on the back of the card? This can help determine whether a single sided or dual sided printer is right for you. More on ID Card Printer Purchase Tips >>
