On a bright Monday morning, Mr. Hamilton arrived timely at the Department of Motor Vehicles. He was bestowed with queue ticket “82” and found his place in the waiting area, where time moved glacially. Finally, his number was called, and he approached the counter with anticipation. However, all the employee could provide was his Driving License card. As he held his new ID card in his hand, the initial thrill of owning and driving his new car began to dissipate – he couldn’t drive his car without the registration card.
“Why can’t I get the Vehicle Registration Card as well?” Mr. Hamilton asked, a hint of disappointment in his voice. The employee at the counter nodded empathetically and responded, “I understand your frustration, Mr. Hamilton. We’ve been experiencing delays with the Vehicle Registration Cards due to a backlog at our personalization centers. Unfortunately, I can’t provide you with an exact date, but we’re actively addressing the capacity issues to expedite the process. You can check our website or contact us periodically for updates on when the card will become available.”
Does this seem familiar to you? With the new IODINE printer, developed by Toppan, Mr. Hamilton would have never encountered any delays in card issuance. The IODINE printer is set to revolutionize the world of personalization, seamlessly integrating modularity, efficiency, a user-friendly interface, all while ensuring document security.
Interested to know more? Let’s take a look at how Toppan IODINE works:
1. TRUE MODULARITY AT ITS BEST
Given the paramount importance of personalization and technology, the need arose to craft an “all-in-one” printer that provides unprecedented versatility, efficiency, and customization for payment and ID applications.
The real magic of the modular printer is its remarkable ability to adjust and transform as needed. Do you require laser engraving for striking designs and enhanced security features? Simply add the laser module. Seeking an upgrade to a smartcard with an embedded chip? The encoder is already embarked. Want to add more durability to your colored portrait? Select the protective varnish layer. Your options are bounded solely by your imagination.
The IODINE printer boasts a versatile modular system, allowing for easy customization to meet the unique requirements of any country. With numerous personalization configurations available, users can effortlessly enhance their identity cards without the need to replace the entire personalization printer. Moreover, this printer offers the ability to simultaneously personalize two distinct cards, opening up a range of practical use cases. Let’s explore a few examples.
1) A country utilizing inkjet personalization and PVC cards can enhance its card components and personalization by integrating a laser module and changing the card material to Polycarbonate, adding further security features, such as a hologram, and making necessary adjustments to the machine system.
2) The Toppan Iodine printer’s dual personalization lines allow for simultaneous printing and personalization of two projects. For instance, Line 1 can print Driving License cards, while Line 2 handles Vehicle Registration cards, which would have solved Mr. Hamilton’s issue.
In addition to the evident advantages of Toppan IODINE’s modularity, there is a significant indirect benefit that holds great importance for us at Toppan Gravity. Thanks to the modularity of IODINE, we are actively reducing waste by eliminating the necessity for numerous single-purpose printers. Our “all-in-one” printers are a meaningful step towards forging a more sustainable future. As a company dedicated to environmental friendliness, sustainability is a paramount concern.
2. SAFEGUARDED PERSONALIZATION
Another groundbreaking feature of this printer is its boundless card customization. With an extensive array of options, encompassing card materials, encoding technologies, colors, and design, each card becomes a true reflection of ID or payment’s unique projects. From PVC to PC, including PETg and even Metal, IODINE can personalize up to 1,200 cards per hour. Its high resolution and edge-to-edge printing capability empowers Toppan IODINE to craft precise and full-surface images on the cards. Detailed portraits, engraved data, personal data encoding in the encrypted chip, MLI/CLI, tactile effects, and ghost images fortify the card’s security, making it nearly impossible for identity thieves to steal or manipulate the data.
3. FRIENDLY MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENT
The Toppan IODINE printer’s user-friendly interface ensures ease of use, streamlining the card personalization process.
• Its ergonomic design ensures operator comfort and minimal storage requirements.
• The machine features a user-friendly 15-inch TFT touchscreen monitor, providing intuitive management and effortless monitoring.
• Cartridge design changed to avoid spillage and reduce manipulation.
• A quality control module ensures that the printed cards meet industry standards.
• The printer has been engineered to work in harsh environments.
Thanks to the intuitive nature of the printer, operators can avoid spending excessive time troubleshooting issues, preventing lengthy production stoppages in case of machine problems.
WHAT’S NEXT? UNLOCKING THE POTENTIAL OF TOPPAN IODINE
The Toppan IODINE Cards Printer marks the start of a journey, and as technology continues to advance, we anticipate a host of incredible innovations in 2024 and beyond for our ID3 products.
The IODINE modular printer is more than just hardware; it signifies a transformation in our approach to card personalization. Our core objectives revolve around fostering creativity, enhancing efficiency, and upholding environmental responsibility.
Be sure to stop by booth #7 at Intergraf in Bilbao, Spain, where you can discover TOPPAN IODINE’s capabilities.
ABOUT TOPPAN GRAVITY
Toppan Gravity is a subsidiary of Toppan Leefung, serving as the international development arm of the TOPPAN Group in the security domain. Being part of the most prestigious conglomerate in the industry with decades of experience and multiple well-known references, Toppan Gravity benefits from the TOPPAN Group’s strong market position and extensive expertise. As a global solutions provider primarily focused on the payment and Identity industries, Toppan Gravity aims at developing the next generation of virtual and physical security solutions.
For more information, visit www.africa.toppangravity.com | www.toppangravity.com or contact info@toppangravity.com.
About The TOPPAN Group
Established in Tokyo in 1900, the TOPPAN Group is a leading and diversified global provider committed to delivering sustainable, integrated solutions in fields including printing, communications, security, packaging, décor materials, electronics, and digital transformation. The TOPPAN Group’s global team of more than 50,000 employees offers optimal solutions enabled by industry-leading expertise and technologies to address the diverse challenges of every business sector and society and contribute to the achievement of shared sustainability goals.
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