Do ID card printer supplies expire?
It is always a good idea to have an extra ribbon or two, cleaning supplies, and blank cards on hand if you run out or need to replace something – but can you have too […]
Ask AlphaCard: How do I keep my badge facing forward?
One key reason organizations use ID accessories with their ID cards and badges is to increase security; by having the cards visible at all times you can more easily identify all visitors and spot unauthorized […]
Be careful when slot punching your prox cards!
Prox cards, like affordable AlphaPass cards, add efficiency to your day – they are the fastest and easiest way to unlock the door at work, at the gym, at the pool, or anywhere else that […]
What information do I need to reorder prox cards?
Unless your access control system uses a proprietary card format, you can easily order new prox cards from different brands and providers – often saving you money if you switch to a brand like AlphaPass […]
How to make your cards more secure
There are many ways to design and print secure cards to deter card tampering and unauthorized duplication – which features you’ll need will depend on your printer, card design, and security needs.
There are two main […]
How to take care of your ID card printer
You can spent hundreds or thousands of dollars on your ID card printer and supplies, and then spend time setting up your cardholder database and designing your cards – but if you aren’t taking care […]
How to set up dual-sided printing in AlphaCard ID Suite
Dual-sided cards give you more room to include important images, text, cardholder information, and security features on your cards, making them a popular choice in many ID card systems. If you have AlphaCard ID Suite […]
How to choose between YMCKO and YMCKOK ribbons
After you have designed a new ID card, you’ll need to find the right ribbon type to print it with – but how do you know if you need a YMCKO ribbon, a YMCKOK ribbon, […]
How to use scratch-off ribbons
Scratch-off ribbons are a fun way to create unique cards for your customers – popular with gift cards, scratch-off rewards cards, and more. But do you know how these ribbons work?
How scratch-off ribbons work
There are […]
I have a Magicard printer, how do I turn on HoloKote?
HoloKote is an exclusive Magicard printer feature, and a powerful (but affordable!) way to add visual security to your ID cards. With the HoloKote you can add a watermark-like image to any card.
Unlike other printers […]
