time & attendance? What about lamination or duplex printing capabilities? If these are things you would like to implement at some point in the near future (or are curious about), make sure you choose a printer that can be easily upgraded. Several printer manufacturers have gone above and beyond in making that process as easy for you as possible.
The term "field upgrade” does not always mean you can do it yourself in the field! In some situations you will have to send the printer in. When in doubt, call your ID Specialist at ID Wholesaler for assistance. Below are my top picks for the easiest field upgrade options!
Top pick for dual-sided printing upgrade: Magicard 300 ID Card Printer
Simply drop in a special ribbon and the dual-sided capability is unlocked…it doesn't get any easier than that! Buy it now or later, price is the same.
Top pick for any encoding upgrade: Fargo’s HDP5000
You can add pretty much anything to this printer! It is the only card printer on the market that is completely modular. Various encoding modules may be purchased at a later date as your needs change. Lamination/dual sided printing can also be added. Note: This one may need to be sent in for the install.
Top pick for lamination upgrade: Evolis PrimacyID
Purchase the lamination module which attaches to the side of the printer, and you're ready to go! No tools required and configuring the system is automatic. Want to add laminate to the other side of your card? No problem, purchase another lamination module and repeat.
As always, our ID Professionals are standing by to assist you! (800) 321-4405. Happy card printing :) The Truth About Card Printer Field Upgradeable Card Printers
When purchasing an ID card printing system, we have to consider future goals for your ID card program and anticipate any needs that might arise in the near future.
Will you want to add a magnetic stripe encoding or possibly a proximity card for door access or time & attendance? What about lamination or duplex printing capabilities? If these are things you would like to implement at some point in the near future (or are curious about), make sure you choose a printer that can be easily upgraded. Several printer manufacturers have gone above and beyond in making that process as easy for you as possible.
The term "field upgrade” does not always mean you can do it yourself in the field! In some situations you will have to send the printer in. When in doubt, call your ID Specialist at ID Wholesaler for assistance. Below are my top picks for the easiest field upgrade options!
Top pick for dual-sided printing upgrade: Magicard 300 ID Card Printer
Simply drop in a special ribbon and the dual-sided capability is unlocked…it doesn't get any easier than that! Buy it now or later, price is the same.
Top pick for any encoding upgrade: Fargo’s HDP5000
You can add pretty much anything to this printer! It is the only card printer on the market that is completely modular. Various encoding modules may be purchased at a later date as your needs change. Lamination/dual sided printing can also be added. Note: This one may need to be sent in for the install.
Top pick for lamination upgrade: Evolis PrimacyID
Purchase the lamination module which attaches to the side of the printer, and you're ready to go! No tools required and configuring the system is automatic. Want to add laminate to the other side of your card? No problem, purchase another lamination module and repeat.
As always, our ID Professionals are standing by to assist you! (800) 321-4405. Happy card printing :)
time & attendance? What about lamination or duplex printing capabilities? If these are things you would like to implement at some point in the near future (or are curious about), make sure you choose a printer that can be easily upgraded. Several printer manufacturers have gone above and beyond in making that process as easy for you as possible.
The term "field upgrade” does not always mean you can do it yourself in the field! In some situations you will have to send the printer in. When in doubt, call your ID Specialist at ID Wholesaler for assistance. Below are my top picks for the easiest field upgrade options!
Top pick for dual-sided printing upgrade: Magicard 300 ID Card Printer
Simply drop in a special ribbon and the dual-sided capability is unlocked…it doesn't get any easier than that! Buy it now or later, price is the same.
Top pick for any encoding upgrade: Fargo’s HDP5000
You can add pretty much anything to this printer! It is the only card printer on the market that is completely modular. Various encoding modules may be purchased at a later date as your needs change. Lamination/dual sided printing can also be added. Note: This one may need to be sent in for the install.
Top pick for lamination upgrade: Evolis PrimacyID
Purchase the lamination module which attaches to the side of the printer, and you're ready to go! No tools required and configuring the system is automatic. Want to add laminate to the other side of your card? No problem, purchase another lamination module and repeat.
As always, our ID Professionals are standing by to assist you! (800) 321-4405. Happy card printing :)