AlphaCard January 2010 Newsletter

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Supply Locator:
The Quick & Easy Way to Shop For Printer Supplies

We're always looking for new ways to enhance the user experience on our website, and our new and improved Supply Locator tool is the latest example of this effort. This exciting tool offers a fast and easy way for you to find the supplies you need to keep your ID program up and running smoothly. And now the Supply Locator is slicker than ever, letting you quickly track down supplies based on your specific printer model, view product details, add multiple items to your cart, and either proceed to checkout or continue shopping.

To use the Supply Locator, simply select the make and model of your ID card printer. A comprehensive list of supplies is immediately generated. You'll see all available supplies for your specific printer, including replacement ribbons, blank cards, laminate films, cleaning kits and printheads. There's no easier way to stock up card-printing supplies.

Shop for supplies using the AlphaCard Supply Locator

In This Issue:

- Feature: Supply Locator

- Spotlight: Ultra Secure ID Systems

- News from our ID Card Blog

- Learning: ID Photography

- News: Color Cards

Fall Special! The Basic Secure Photo ID System - $1350

Custom Watermarked IDs with the Ultra Secure ID System

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Ultra Secure ID Systems

Ultra Secure ID Systems

For many ID card programs, protecting cards from illegal duplication is a key concern. At AlphaCard, we're now offering Ultra Secure ID Systems developed specifically to eliminate these risks. Available for a limited time, each Ultra Secure ID System comes with a powerful ID card printer from Magicard that includes a Custom HoloKote Key. This Custom HoloKote Key stores a secure watermark featuring your own logo or text. The watermark can be applied across the surface of each printed card at no extra cost, and helps greatly in guarding your cards against tampering and fraudulent replication. AlphaCard Light photo ID software and a healthy supply of blank cards and ribbon are also included with each system.

Our Ultra Secure ID Systems are available in two different configurations. The standard Ultra Secure ID System includes the Magicard Rio 2e, a robust single-sided card printer, while the Ultra Secure Duplex ID System features the Magicard Tango 2e dual-sided card printer.

Available Ultra Secure ID Systems:

Supplies & Accessories:

BLOG

City of Pittsburgh looks to get on board with transit card system

The Pittsburgh Port Authority is looking to launch a fully functional transit card system by the end of 2010. The new system would enable regular users of Pittsburgh public transportation to carry a single contactless smart card good for travel on buses and other transit vehicles.

View full story at our blog >

Heavy duty badge reels withstand the rigors of frequent card scanning

Does your ID program require cardholders to frequently scan or swipe their ID cards? If the answer is "yes" then you're a prime candidate for heavy duty badge reels. AlphaCard carries badge reels built specifically to hold up against the wear-and-tear of everyday use. Our heavy duty badge reels are made from highly durable materials and feature reinforced straps and cords that guarantee long-term performance.

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ID card access control system enhances security at Air Force base

Sheppard Air Force Base, a large training facility located in Wichita County, Texas, is implementing a new ID card system that aims to significantly improve security. They call it the Defense Biometric Identification System (or DBIDS), and it's being used not only at Sheppard, but throughout the Air Force's Air Education and Training Command, as well as other Department of Defense facilities.

View full story at our blog >

Recent Blog Posts

Dec 21		Hologram stickers and overlays offer an affordable way to increase card security

Dec 18		Northern Michigan University combines access control and student IDs on one card

Dec 16		New veteran’s ID card program protects identities and key benefits

Dec 15		Health care smart card program implemented by Brooklyn medical center

LEARNING CENTER

QUESTION:

What makes a good ID photo?

ANSWER:

Nothing ruins a potentially good picture more quickly than bad lighting. Crucial to taking a flattering ID photo, the light in a room may illuminate your subject in a soft heavenly glow, or bring out all their worst features with harsh flourescent lights. Consider setting up an alternate light source.

Read the full answer in the AlphaCard Learning Center >

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- Applications & Uses
- How To
- Industry Solutions
- Technologies
- Glossary

The AlphaCard Learning Center is comprehensive resource for ID cards and card printing. Choose a category you're interested in, or just start exploring!

Need ID Accessories?

The AlphaCard.com online store is a great place to find and purchase accessories for your ID card program. We offer a wide selection of products, from lanyards and reels, to badge holders, clips, and much more. We can even provide customized lanyards featuring your company name and logo. Visit the AlphaCard.com shop to browse our complete catalog.

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ALPHA CARD COMPANY NEWS

Company News: Color Cards

Want to bring some added vibrancy to your card program? You might want to consider using color PVC cards. These eye-catching cards are perfect for applications ranging from membership and loyalty clubs, to gift cards, rewards programs, name tags, employee badges and more.

AlphaCard carries a wide array of color PVC cards available in an asssortment of hues. Our color card offerings include standard CR80 cards as well as Hi-Co and Lo-Co magnetic stripe cards. It's important to note that color cards are best-suited for monochrome printing. If you're planning on including images on your printed cards, it's best to stick with standard white cards.

Shop for Color PVC cards

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Portland OR 97224
800-717-8080

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