There are numerous plastic ID card printers on the market with purchase prices from a few hundred pounds to several thousand pounds. However, it’s not only the initial purchase cost you should look at – the day-to-day running costs of a card printer vary across the printer range, allowing for the blank cards, ink ribbons,…
The current economic climate may result in businesses delaying upgrading their systems or extending their usual maintenance schedules for their electronic systems. This does not mean that ensuring the equipment remains “fit for purpose” and operating at its optimum has to be forgotten as well. You may never have had any security threats but the…
No they’re not. We can define ‘proximity token’ as an RF device used for identification. Here’s a quick summary of the main types used in access control: Passive A passive proximity token does not contain a battery. The token is given the energy to transmit its number by being placed near the reader. An electrical…
Controlling access to a facility can be difficult; authorised staff, contractors and visitors must be given access to the appropriate areas of their facilities whilst keeping unauthorised people out. It is also important to monitor and record which staff members have accessed which areas of the facility and when. The choice of system is complex…
Paxton Access manufacture two types of access control system: 1. Standalone access control. This type of system may be used to control access on one or many independent doors in a building. Access is gained by using a numeric code, or PIN with a keypad, or by presenting a proximity or magstripe token, depending on…
ID cards for delegates attending events and conferences are a must, especially if the subject matter is of a sensitive nature. With options including a full service card design and printing bureau, on site printing, printer hire or purchase and a full range of accessories including lanyards and card holders, Modulus Card Printers can offer…
Customer loyalty schemes are a great way to connect people and business and keep your customers coming back for more. To set up your scheme effectively you’ll need to get a plastic card produced for members. Ideally this should be printed or laminated to discourage forgery, but you shouldn’t worry if more than one member…
Don’t make it easy for pickpockets. Carry your wallet in an inside pocket, preferably one which can be fastened, not your back pocket. If someone bumps into you in a crowd, see if you still have your wallet or purse. Cash is a favourite target for thieves, so try to avoid carrying large amounts. When…
Modulus Card Printers Offer Card Printer Repairs Considering buying a new printer because yours isn’t working properly? Have you considered having it repaired or serviced instead? Modulus Card Printers statistics show that of all the Zebra Card Printers we have returned to us only 10% need replacing or are beyond economical repair – which means…
In the world like we live in today, photo ID badges are no longer a novelty but a necessity seen in businesses across the country. Many of these badges feature full color photos and printing on both sides. Many include smart card chips, magnetic stripes, bar codes and other pieces of technology that allow employees…
Following a policy of continuous support and improvement NFive has released a new update of it’s flagship product, CardFive Vision. This update addresses many contactless new aditions; a new Zebra Card printer model suport; adds new Canon camera models on imager; improves many functionalities in speed and reliability. Worth of a special note, the support…
