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ID Wholesaler Resource Center |
Learn More About ID Equipment
Welcome to the ID Wholesaler Resource Center! On this
page, you will find topics that provide information on ID equipment,
including photo ID systems, card printers, ID cameras, photo ID
software and PVC/proximity cards.
Read the brief summaries
below. To learn more about a particular topic, select the corresponding page titles to be taken to that informational
page.
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About
Digital Card Printers - digital card printers have been available to the public
for many years – although some markets still use the ‘Polaroid'
style or the cut-and-paste laminated card process. This page will
give you an overview of the technology behind current digital card
printers and photo ID systems.
Choosing
an ID Card Printer - there are many brands of ID card printers from which to
choose including Fargo, Zebra Eltron, Evolis, Magicard, Nisca, Persona
and Datacard. This page will help identify features that you may
want to consider, as well as questions that you should ask yourself
prior to your card printer purchase.
Choosing
ID Card Software - there are many brands of ID software to
choose from including Asure ID, CardFive and EPI Suite. This page will help identify features that you may
want to consider, as well as questions that you should ask yourself
prior to your card printing software purchase.
Advanced
Card Security - there are many ways to help ensure plastic or technology
card authenticity. Holography, etching, microtext, card perforation,
UV ink, ghost images, watermarking, etc. This page will explore
some of the current technologies available to ensure that ID cards
and documents are valid. Zebra Technology provides an excellent
primer on card security.
Technology
Cards - there are several types of technology or ‘smart' card types
that you may be considering - depending upon your application. On
this page, we review the most common technology card types – contact
smart card, contactless smart card, combi card, proximity card and
hybrid cards.
Sample Cards - a well-designed card is a highly-visible reflection of your company's identity. This section provides examples of recommended ways to personalize your plastic cards.
ID
Dictionary - every industry spawns its own terminology – digital card printing
is no different. Explore this page of common terms and definitions.
Advanced Hardware
Security - some card printer manufacturers have developed features
that assist you with protecting your ID card printer or system from
unauthorized use. We briefly summarize the applicable features on
this page.
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