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Articles, thoughts and news from The Card Network team.
We're a supplier partner at {10-11} Carlton Terrace
{10-11} Carlton Terrace has just announced their roster of accredited suppliers for the next three years and we're chuffed to bits to be...
ID Card Printers: Direct-to-Card or Retransfer?
ID Card Printers fall into two categories generally - Direct-to-Card or Retransfer. We look at the differences between them, how...
Screen Print or Dye Sub Lanyards, what's the difference?
If you're ordering personalised lanyards, you'll have the option of either Dye Sublimation Printing or Screen Printing. Which is right...
ID Card Printers - What to consider before you buy
Printing your own plastic cards for the first time? There are many different ID Card Printer models on the market...
The MIFARE® Family – which smart card is right for you?
MIFARE® is NXP’s market leading brand of contactless products which are widely used in applications all over the world. They...
Matt or Gloss finish on your printed plastic cards?
Should you go for a matt or gloss finish on your custom printed plastic cards? Gloss gives a high shine...
What is RFID card and how does it work?
RFID cards, also known as contactless cards or smart cards, are used in multiple applications worldwide. Chances are, you use one...
What is ID Card Software and why do I need it?
If you're printing ID cards or membership cards on an ID Card Printer, using ID Card Software is the easiest...
Why Bamboo is best from a Sustainability Perspective
As the fastest growing plant on earth, Bamboo leads the way in terms of sustainability. It regenerates quickly, needs very...
