Magicard, one of the worldwide leaders in ID Card Printer Systems and a business unit of Ultra Electronics, the security and defense group, announces the launch of the Pronto, a compact and secure single-feed colour ID card printer for instant personalization of cards. The new Pronto addresses key retail, education, hospitality and recreation customers who require high quality card personalisation and affordable visual security.
This budget friendly printer produces secure colour or monochrome cards. Its compact and efficient design boasts simple operation, first rate performance, quality printing and HoloKote visual security at no extra cost per card. A choice of 4 standard security watermark designs is selectable via the driver.
Pronto is a light weight printer (just 4.4 kg - 9.7 lbs) which makes it very portable. With its compact and aesthetic design, the Pronto ID Card Printer resides very well on any counter or desktop.
Thanks to its intuitive operation with a simple 3-color LED status indicator, a USB interface, and plug & play Microsoft Windows 2000, XP and Vista® compatible software drivers that provide compatibility with most applications, customers will love how easy the Pronto is to set up and use straight out of the box.
It demonstrates Magicard’s commitment to manufacturing robust printers and making secure card printing affordable.
As Brydian Bureau Ltd the company expanded rapidly but there developed a clear need to establish a clear market identity hence the change of name to Advanced Card Bureau Ltd. As well as its core business of plastic card supply and personalisation of payment, id, membership and loyalty cards it has also developed into mailings and plastic id card printers & printer accessories as well as accessories for id cards.
The company can now offer complete payment collection systems.
In May 2009 Advanced Card Bureau launched a new online shop which enables customers to purchse products directly from the website. Purchases can be paid for using credit or debit cards and products are despatched within 24 hours. Customers can see the complete range of products on offer. Clarification can be obtained by telephone if necessary.
Philip Hussey was appointed a Director of Advanced Card Bureau Ltd in November 2008. Philip has worked in the company since just aftyer its formation and has been largely responsible for expanding its internel IT systems,including the website and online shop as well as overseeing production.
He has developed a thorough knowledge of the plastic card industry and the current market, and of course a commitment to the company's continuing growth.
Zebra Technologies, a global leader in specialty printing and automatic identification solutions, announced the launch of the Zebra QuikCard ID Solution. Specifically designed for the requirements of small to mid size business, the Zebra QuikCard ID Solution provides an “all-in-one” integrated solution for entry-level card applications.
The QuikCard ID system combines the benefits of Zebra’s market-leading value class printers with innovative card design software and design templates that allow users to quickly customize and print single or dual-sided, full-color cards and badges. Solution components include: a Zebra Value class P110i or P120i™ card printer, QuikCard ID Software with exclusive card design software and templates, a Logitech ® USB web cam and mini-tripod, and a media/supplies starter kit (one ribbon and 200 PVC cards).
“The QuikCard ID Solution is designed to meet the access and ID needs of smaller organizations without requiring major capital investment or specialized technical expertise,” said Ram Ramaprasad, director of product management for Zebra Technologies. “By removing these entry barriers, Zebra’s out-of-the-box solution offers new and existing market segments a practical way to deploy entry level card applications.”
The Zebra QuikCard ID Solution enables users to quickly and easily design, print and issue high quality color Photo ID cards for a variety of applications such as: access control badges, visitor ID management, and retail loyalty and membership cards. The solution is also ideal for ID cards in educational, state and local government, public safety agencies and not-for-profit organizations.
The new Brydian Bureau Ltd Store is now online.
