CardLogix, supplier of smart cards and software for the creation of Identity Credentials, has integrated biometric enrolment stations and software from Corvus Integration as a key part of its identity management platform.
ID Card Technology, Identification Badges, Passes & Printers
ID card technology is a broad term that encompasses the various methods used to encode and store information on ID cards. The type of ID card technology that is used will depend on the specific application. For example, magnetic stripes are often used on ID cards for access control, while RFID tags are often used on ID cards for inventory tracking. IT Reseller news on ID cards, access control, card printers, ID badges, campus cards, card printing systems, cards, smart cards, security cards, photo ID.
Caringo's cloud storage architecture now available to Symantec Enterprise Vault users
Mar 01, 2012
Caringo Inc. has announced the successful integration of its Object Storage Platform powered by CAStor with Symantec Enterprise Vault 10, Symantec's newest email and content archiving software.
Sophos partners with Egnyte to provide end-to-end hybrid cloud encryption for the enterprise
Feb 29, 2012
Sophos and Egnyte have announced the integration of Sophos SafeGuard Enterprise and Egnyte HybridCloud file server.
Securion: a printing and lamination system for high security badges
Apr 21, 2010
Evolis has announced an extended offering of laminates for Securion, a system designed to personalise and laminate cards that require foolproof security, from national identity cards to drivers licences.
ScanSource Europe launches Online Healthcare Portal
Mar 10, 2010
ScanSource Europe has launched a microsite dealing exclusively with data capture, mobility and infrastructure products in healthcare.
New PC film wins holographic industry best security award
Dec 10, 2009
A new holographic security film on polycarbonate (PC) has scooped the prize for the Best Applied Security Product at the International Hologram Manufacturers Associations (IHMA) Excellence in Holography Awards 2009.
Zebra launches new retransfer card printer
Nov 19, 2009
Zebra Technologies Corporation has launched Zebra ZXP Series 8, which is said to produces photo-quality cards at a very fast speed.
Spirit and Nortech set their sights on the education sector
Nov 12, 2009
The two companies will support each other in providing network infrastructure and data capture services to educational establishments.
BlueStar signs purchase agreement with Impuls ID Distribution
Oct 08, 2009
BlueStar, the solutions-based distributor for Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, Mobility, RFID and Security products has signed a definitive purchase agreement with Impuls ID Distribution.
New modular system for centralized production
Sep 28, 2009
Evolishas announced the availability of the new Quantum, a modular printing and encoding system for high-volume and dual-sided card personalization.
ID Card Technology
ID card technology is a broad term that encompasses the various methods used to encode and store data on ID cards. The most common types of ID card technology include:
- Magnetic stripe: A magnetic stripe is a thin strip of magnetic material embedded in the back of an ID card. Data is encoded on the stripe as a series of magnetized spots. Magnetic stripe cards are relatively inexpensive to produce and can be read by a variety of card readers. However, they are also relatively easy to counterfeit.
- Barcode: A barcode is a series of black and white lines that represent data. Barcodes can be read by a barcode scanner and converted into digital data. Barcodes are less expensive to produce than magnetic stripe cards and are more difficult to counterfeit. However, they can only store a limited amount of data.
- Smart card: A smart card is a plastic card with an embedded integrated circuit (IC) chip. The IC chip can store a variety of data, including personal information, security credentials, and biometric data. Smart cards are more secure than magnetic stripe or barcode cards, but they are also more expensive to produce.
- Radio-frequency identification (RFID): RFID cards use radio waves to transmit data. An RFID reader sends a radio signal to the card, which in turn transmits its data back to the reader. RFID cards are very secure and can be read from a distance. However, they can also be more expensive than other types of ID card technology.
Identification Badges
Identification badges, also known as ID badges, are small plastic or metal cards that contain personal information about the wearer, such as their name, photo, and job title. They are typically worn on a lanyard or necklace, and can be used for a variety of purposes, including:
- Security: ID badges can be used to restrict access to certain areas or buildings.
- Identification: ID badges can help to identify people, especially in large or crowded settings.
- Communication: ID badges can be used to communicate important information, such as emergency contact information or allergies.
- Marketing: ID badges can be used to promote a company or organization.
