Get your cards & readers all in one spot with AlphaCard
It’s easier than ever to get all your prox and smart card program needs with AlphaCard – we carry cards, readers, ID accessories, and ID card printers so you can get it all in one […]
Securely read cards with new prox & smart card readers at AlphaCard
AlphaCard carries a wide variety of proximity and smart cards to help make your office more efficient and secure. We’ve now added prox and smart card readers, so you can shop for everything in one […]
Is it time to upgrade your cards?
Basic PVC cards are great if you only need to print a photo and a name – but for truly functional cards that make your day easier, upgrading to encoded cards like smart cards and […]
iCLASS smart cards – when your card program needs more security & flexibility
Prox card technology (like our AlphaPass cards) has been around since the 1990s and while it is solid and reliable technology, it isn’t the most secure or flexible. Businesses today want to get the most […]
Are you ready for the switch to chip credit cards?
Banks and retailers across the country are scrambling prepare for the switch to chip-enabled credit cards later this year, but do you know what the changes mean? Chip cards use a different technology than the […]
Spruce up Your ID Card Program with 3-up Key Tags
Combine convenience and mobility with pocket-sized 3-up key tags — the perfect choice for memberships, customer loyalty programs, payment cards, and photo identification. These miniature ID cards easily attach to your set of keys to […]
Newport Transport Launches a New Smartcard System
Using the Newport Transit system in Wales, England is about to get a whole lot easier. Now passengers have the choice to use a pay-as-you-go smartcard called the Freedom Card. The free card can store […]
2012 London Olympics’ Athletes Store Medical Records on ID Cards
Like the rest of the world, we’ve been glued to our televisions for the past couple of weeks watching the 2012 London Olympics. And while we’ve been thrilled by the incredible, medal-worthy performances of the […]
Smart card options: contact and contactless technology
Smart cards wear their name well. These truly intelligent cards feature embedded technology that enable them to perform an array of tasks. From unlocking doors to paying for lunch, smart cards offer unsurpassed convenience. They are especially popular with agencies requiring multifunctional, secure cards.
Magicard Pronto and Enduro now available with smart card encoding
Upgrading functionality, the entry level Magicard Pronto and Enduro ID card printers can now be configured with smart card encoding. Both the Pronto and the Enduro are available with a combi encoder that includes contact chip, Mifare, Desfire, and iClass functionality. Smart card encoding lends itself to a variety of applications including access control, cashless payment, time and attendance tracking and more.
