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The first part of our service is to design the card. We follow your design specifications or you can choose from our library of pre-configured templates. There is a once-only charge for each new job. A proof will be provided for your approval.
Artwork can be supplied in electronic format and as full-size colour-separated artwork, bromides and film. It is possible to scan in logos and other graphics from letterheads and compliment slips, but the better the quality the better the printed image.
Artwork can be accepted in PC and Mac format on 3.5-inch floppy, Iomega ZIP or CD. We accept files created in Quark XPress, Illustrator, Photoshop and CorelDRAW, as well as BMP, TIF, PCX, JPG and others (please enquire). Artwork should have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi and must be accompanies by a colour printout or PDF.
You can send your graphics directly to our bureau at: studio@databac.com
Step 2 - photo and data capture
Photos, data and other information are sent directly to our bureau service centre via email, secure courier, post or other method. Data can also be sent using PKI service (data is encrypted using a 128 bit key) or via a Private Virtual Private Network.
Alternatively, we visit your site(s) and capture photos and other required data using our mobile photo capture stations. Cards can be issued on the spot or are usually brought back to our bureau service centre for processing
We will shortly offer an online bureau service, allowing you to upload data and photos to our bureau securely and efficiently via our web site.
Step 3 - printing and encoding
Cards can be printed in single or full colour, on one or both sides. We utilise the latest in high-definition image re-transfer card printing equipment for superb quality and speed. Cards are produced are with photographic quality, providing vivid colours and sharp detail. Our bureau team are skilled at colour matching corporate logos and other graphics.
For that distinctive look, we can print in metallic colours on the card. Signature or scratch-off panels can be included and information can be embossed. Applying a tough layer of polyester over the card will protect the graphics from being scratched. For additional security, we can include:
Holographic overlay
Hot stamp hologram
UV printing
Other covert methods
Where required, cards are numbered and encoded before despatch.
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Once it's printed
Employee photo reports can be provided eight-up per A4 sheet in colour or black-and-white - please specify when ordering.
Images can also be supplied on disk in a file format of your choice.
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