Card security devices and equipment

THERMAL TRANSFER OVERLAMINATE RIBBONS
Thermal transfer overlaminate ribbons add a clear varnish onto the card after printing. These are thin (around 0.25mil) medium-security, medium-durability overlaminates, available clear or with a custom hologram. This technique is ideal for producing tamper-resistant cards with a moderate life span.

PET OVERLAMINATE PATCHES
PET overlaminate patches protect printed cards from abrasion and fading, increasing their lifespan to 50,000 swipes in a reader. A 0.6 or 1.0 mil polyester patch is applied over a printed card by a printer lamination station or dedicated machine. Databac supplies its own range, as well as Fargo PolyGuard™, Eltron TrueSecure and Magicard Ultrashield laminates. A range of tamper-evident, authentication security devices can be incorporated into overlaminates to increase their security. These include 2D/3D holograms, Gold Flash, a pattern which flashes gold when held up to the light, and Advantage, an optical variable device which changes from green to orange when tilted against the light. All can be custom designed. Incorporating UV transferable and soluble inks further enhances security.

CUSTOM HOT-STAMP HOLOGRAMS
		Databac's 3Digital holograms add an added layer of security to ID cards or sensitive documents. These state-of-the-art devices can be created to custom requirements and can encompass company logos, enforcing the brand while being impossible to copy. The integration of multiple holographic techniques for complex designs combine covert and overt features, while PMS colour-matching ensures compliance with corporate identity. An optional transparent background keeps the underlying information visible.