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How to Take Care of Your Blank Card Stock

By |August 24th, 2012|

Although you might not think so, making sure you handle your blank card stock properly is just as important as taking care of your printer. Taking proper precautions when handling card stock will ensure efficient […]

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How to make your ID cards stand out

By |April 23rd, 2012|

ID cards can help a business run more efficiently, but they can also help add personality and interest to the organization. By using photos, graphics, and colors, your company personality can shine through your ID card design.
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How to design a photo ID card

By |February 22nd, 2012|

Designing an ID card program is not just an opportunity to streamline company processes by adding functionality and security; it’s also a chance to express the aesthetics of your business or organization. A wide range of design elements to choose from makes it easy to customize an ID card program to the style and needs of any group. Before starting the design process, here are a few key pieces of information to take into consideration:
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How to use scratch-off printer ribbons

By |December 14th, 2011|

Scratch-off printer ribbons are ideal for use with gift card programs or other promotional offers. These specialized ribbons print scratch-off material over a printed portion of the cards, and are typically used to cover a number, special code, or the value of the card.
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How to network your printer for remote use

By |September 16th, 2011|

Adding an Ethernet-capable printer to your ID card program can be a great way to increase your ID printing efficiency. Printers with built-in Ethernet especially benefit large networked environments by allowing users to produce cards from multiple locations without having to be in the same room as the printer itself.
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Replace your printhead in a few simple steps

By |September 7th, 2011|

Maintaining your printer goes a long way to protecting your ID investment. Sometimes after a lot of use a printhead can wear down. Replacing your printer’s printhead can help extend the life of your ID card program. While the specifics of replacing your printhead will vary slightly from printer to printer, here are a few basic steps to guide you through the process:
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All about barcodes

By |August 29th, 2011|

Barcodes are simple and affordable, making this low tech option great for simple card programs. They have long been used on cards for a multitude of basic functions, such as tracking employee attendance or reward points in a customer loyalty program.
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How to: Use fluorescent printing to increase card security

By |July 15th, 2011|

One simple way to increase card security is to print parts of a card design with fluorescent ink. This special ink is only visible under a UV light source, such as a black light. Organizations and agencies often use fluorescent ink to print alphanumerical codes or images to prevent counterfeiting. Fluorescent printing is a common security solution used with government issued cards and within other high security card programs.
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How to order the correct cleaning supplies for your card printer

By |July 14th, 2011|

Maintaining your card printer is the best way to help ensure it has a long, happy life. Regular cleaning of the print head, rollers and other printer components optimizes print quality, helping to reduce waste and save money on ink and blank cards.
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Selecting the right ribbon for your ID card printer

By |June 20th, 2011|

Running low on supplies? It’s always a good idea to have card printing necessities on hand. Planning ahead ensures you won’t run out during a big batch print or following an influx of one-off prints.
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