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Typically between 26 to 30mil, these cards are built much like standard credit cards. Adding RFID to this stock/formula increased the thickness by roughly 10mils. Adding pre-printing to the card adds roughly 6mils. These are custom built to your event needs.  

For years, the glossy inkjet stock was the most popular. Most all events require PMS matching and pre-printing so this continues to be a popular product. Litho printing is done on the base plastic with the clear inkjet material applied over. This allows you to print over or near the pre-printing and register data. Due to the layering, you can also incorporate embedded holograms, step and repeat invisible ink, etc. 

If your event or custome requires an exact PMS match and/or pre-printed backs, this is the inkjet stock you need for the SwiftColor printer. Also, this material combination allows us to print digitally which means we can combine multiple images for volume (combo) pricing. This also allows us to run smaller amounts at a much lower cost. 

Built just the same as the CR-80 cards, this formula feels and acts just like cards in your wallet/purse. The oversized event cards stick to industry standards of 27 to 33mil with or without pre-printing. Adding RFID increases the thickness roughly 6-10mils.

This formula cannot be printed using inkjet or toner inks, only customized dye-sublimation, thermal or retransfer printers can be used. As these printers are custom and not readibly available online, the card stock and issuance process is considered very secure. 

Like the glossy inkjet card stock, the oversized PVC cards can be printed litho or digital. The ability to digital print allows us to print various templates on one press run to combine volume (combo) for better pricing. Since these are laminated like normal credit cards, you have the option of adding pre-printing or numerous security features. 

High end, durable, secure but costly. 

Built just the same as the CR-80 cards, this formula feels and acts just like cards in your wallet/purse. The oversized event cards are thinner industry standards of 27 to 33mil with or without pre-printing. Typically the cards cannot be more than 22mil thick. Adding RFID in this thickness only creates problems as most 13.56MHz inlays are on their own, 17 mil thick leaving zero room to hide the antenna and IC bump. In most cases, only UHF is suggested and moved to an area of the card that is preprinted and not printed on within the ribbon transfer process.

This formula cannot be printed using inkjet or toner inks, only customized dye-sublimation ribbons sold by Zebra. Zebra, historically, does not sell ribbon unless you purchase card stock from them. This creates a very odd marketplace.We typically produce cards for customers that have excess ribbon inventory. As these printers are custom and not readibly available online, the card stock and issuance process is considered very secure. 

Like the glossy inkjet card stock, the oversized PVC cards can be printed litho or digital. The ability to digital print allows us to print various templates on one press run to combine volume (combo) for better pricing. Since these are laminated like normal credit cards, you have the option of adding pre-printing or numerous security features. 

High end, durable, secure but costly with a strange ribbon sale process. 

Process is becoming more efficient with RFID. Kiosks can be set up to guide individuals through a sales or promotional experience. Tracking patterns and movement is critical in developing or refining the user experience. 

Does the user have fun at your event? Do they feel like the messaging is unique and directed to them and their wants? These are a few of the benefits to incorporating RFID into your event credentials. No, not stickers or silly wristbands that can be handed off and used by many, RFID chips embedded into the card body. The chip data (often alpha/numeric) is assigned to a specific user and they are guided on their unique experience. 

To the left you can see a SalesForce Dreamforce kiosk using a DSS event credential with RFID technology. This dual frequency card guided the guest through a series of challenges that explained products. Each guest was in complete control of direction and what they wanted to receive from the experience.

It's not as complicated as it seems. Start slow, work with a knowlegable brand consultant and explain what is desired. We'll take care of the card side.

Please note, most chips take 3 months to bring in. It's incredibly important to order well in advance.