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16/10/2026

Looking for the best ID card printer for your organisation in 2026?

With so many options available, choosing the right ID card printer isn’t always straightforward.

In our latest cards-x blog, we take a look at three ID card printers worth considering in 2026:

✅️ SwiftPro K30
✅️ Entrust Sigma DSE
✅️ Zebra ZC100

Three different solutions, each offering a different approach to professional ID card printing.

Whether you’re upgrading an existing printer, introducing in-house card production or simply comparing the latest options, our guide is a great place to start.

👉 Read the full blog and discover which printer could be the right fit for you:
https://www.cards-x.co.uk/blogs/product-guides/best-3-id-card-printers-of-2026

17/09/2026

Most organisations spend weeks comparing ID card printers.

Very few spend the same amount of time evaluating the software.

Yet it's the software that determines:

✔ How quickly cards are issued
✔ How secure cardholder data is managed
✔ How easily systems integrate together
✔ Whether the solution can scale as your organisation grows

In our latest guide, we've compared our Top 3 ID Card Software Solutions for 2026, highlighting the strengths, ideal use cases, and key considerations for each platform.

If you're planning to invest in a new ID card issuance system next year, it's worth reading before making a decision.

📖 Read the guide: 👉 https://www.cards-x.co.uk/blogs/product-guides/cards-xs-top-3-id-card-software-2026

14/09/2026

🚪 Choosing the Right Speed Gate in 2026? Here's What You Need to Know.

As organisations continue to prioritise security, user experience, and efficient people flow, speed gates have become the preferred access control solution for corporate offices, stadiums, transport hubs, data centres, and educational facilities.

Our latest guide explores:

✅ How speed gates improve throughput without compromising security
✅ The role of tailgating detection and advanced sensor technology
✅ Integration with card readers, biometrics, and access control systems
✅ Key considerations when specifying a speed gate solution
✅ A comparison of leading models, including the OMGates Vega range

Whether you're upgrading an existing entrance system or designing a new secure facility, selecting the right speed gate can have a significant impact on both security and visitor experience.

Read the full guide here: 👉 https://www.cards-x.co.uk/blogs/product-guides/best-speed-gates-guide-2026

What are your biggest challenges when balancing security, accessibility, and throughput at busy entrances?

03/09/2026

31/08/2026

🚪 Choosing the Right Access Control Turnstile?

The turnstile you install shapes every visitor's first impression, influences traffic flow, and plays a critical role in site security. Whether you're securing a corporate office, stadium, event venue, transport hub or industrial facility, selecting the right solution can make all the difference.

In our latest blog, we've highlighted four of the most effective access control turnstiles available today, including:

✅ Speed Gates
✅ Tripod Turnstiles
✅ Swing Gates
✅ Full Height Turnstiles

We explore where each solution works best, the security benefits they offer, and how to choose the right option for your environment. The guide also covers key considerations such as throughput, security, aesthetics and integration with existing access control systems.

At cards-x, we help organisations implement secure, reliable and scalable access control solutions that improve both security and user experience. From consultation and installation through to ongoing support, we're here to help you select the right entrance solution for your site.

📖 Read the full blog here:
https://www.cards-x.co.uk/blogs/product-guides/4-best-access-control-turnstiles

28/08/2026

More Cover. More Confidence.

We're pleased to announce that the SwiftPro K30D Retransfer Printer now comes with an upgraded 4-Year Manufacturer's Warranty, extending the previous 3-year cover by an additional year.

When investing in card printing technology, reliability matters. Whether you're producing event accreditation, visitor passes, staff ID cards or access cards, knowing your printer is backed by an extra year of manufacturer support provides added peace of mind.

✅ 4-Year Manufacturer's Warranty
✅ High-quality retransfer printing
✅ Double-sided printing capability
✅ Built-in Bend Remedy technology
✅ Confidence in your investment for longer

At cards-x, we're committed to delivering solutions that not only perform exceptionally today and support our customers for years to come.

More cover. More confidence. Now 4 years of protection.

22/07/2026

🔒 Did you know the SwiftPro K30 and K65 feature Ribbon Erase technology?

When printing ID cards, personal information and images are temporarily stored on the ribbon during the print process. Without a ribbon erase function, sensitive data can remain visible on used ribbons, creating a potential security risk.

The SwiftPro K30 and K65 automatically erase printed data panels after use, helping organisations improve data security, reduce the risk of data recovery from discarded ribbons, and support privacy compliance requirements.

This feature is particularly valuable for:

🏛️ Government departments and local authorities
🏥 Hospitals, healthcare providers, and laboratories
🎓 Universities, colleges, and schools
🏦 Banks, financial institutions, and insurance companies
🏢 Corporate offices and critical infrastructure sites
🚔 Police, emergency services, and defence organisations
🏟️ Sporting events, accreditation centres, and major venues
🎫 Exhibition organisers and event management companies

In environments where identity security matters, protecting cardholder data doesn't stop once the card is printed.

The SwiftPro K30 and K65 combine industry-leading retransfer print quality with advanced security features that many organisations overlook when selecting an ID card printer.

Compare models today 🔗 https://www.cards-x.co.uk/pages/swiftpro-retransfer-printers

24/04/2026

📍 Meet Our Team at The Security Event – Birmingham

There are only a few days to go, and we’re looking forward to attending The Security Event in Birmingham next week. We’d love to see you there!

It’s a great opportunity to meet the Cards‑x UK team, catch up face‑to‑face, and talk about how we can continue to support you. Whether you’re an existing customer, a new contact, or just curious to learn more, pop over and say hello.

If you’re attending and would like to arrange a meeting while you’re there, feel free to message us.

See you in Birmingham! 👋

📅 28th to 30th April 2026
📍 Visit us at Booth 5/L42

17/04/2026

Despite ongoing global fuel price increases, we’ve made a clear decision at Evohold: we’re holding our prices on all open-faced rigid ID card holders.

This hasn’t been an easy call. The primary material used in our Evohold range is polypropylene, a polymer derived from petroleum and natural gas—both heavily impacted by fluctuations in global energy markets. As fuel prices rise, so too does the cost of producing and processing these raw materials.

To give our customers stability, we’ve secured a minimum six-month supply chain of raw materials, ensuring we can maintain consistent pricing without passing on short-term market volatility.

All Evohold card holders are designed and manufactured in Britain, helping us maintain tighter control over quality, reduce lead times, and minimise reliance on overseas supply chains.

Our range is built to meet a wide variety of environments and requirements, including:
♻️ 100% Recyclable
🌱 Biodegradable
🦠 Antimicrobial
🧲 Detectable

Available in landscape, and portrait, we have over 200 products available to choose from.

We know how important price certainty is for planning and margins, and this approach allows our partners to operate with confidence during an unpredictable period.

It’s all part of our commitment to long-term relationships, UK-based manufacturing, and delivering reliable, high-quality ID solutions.

If you’d like to learn more about Evohold or discuss your requirements, feel free to get in touch.

🔗 https://www.cards-x.co.uk/collections/id-card-holders
🖥️ [email protected]
☎️ +44 (0) 1653 917 297

27/03/2026

🚀 Introducing the Swiftpro K65 — Raising the Bar in Retransfer Card Printing
We’re excited to highlight the Swiftpro K65, a next‑generation retransfer card printer designed to deliver superior print quality, outstanding reliability, and industry‑leading performance.

🔥 Why the K65 stands out:

🚀 Fast Print Mode: Produce a full‑colour card in around 25 seconds — that’s up to 150 cards per hour, delivering 20% more output than comparable printers.
High‑Resolution Printing: With 600 dpi, you get razor‑sharp images, crisp text, and exceptional detail.

🪪 Over‑the‑Edge Printing: True full‑bleed coverage with zero white borders for a premium, professional finish every time.

🖥️ Large Full‑Colour LCD Display: Intuitive status updates, ribbon usage visibility, and multi‑language support make operation effortless.

2️⃣ Dual‑Sided Printing (Standard): Flexibility to print single or dual‑sided designs right out of the box.

🛠️ 3‑Year Warranty: Reliability you can trust — with the option to extend to 4 or 5 years.

📈 Scalable Card Capacity: Easily boost hopper capacity from 100 to 250 cards with an optional upgrade.

💳 Comprehensive Encoding Options: Magnetic stripe, contact, contactless (RFID), or multi‑encoding modules for secure personalisation.

Whether you're producing ID badges, access cards, or high‑security credentials, the Swiftpro K65 delivers cutting‑edge performance designed for modern card issuance environments.

✨ Celebrating 15 years of industry expertise, we continue to innovate to keep your card operations running smoothly.

📩 Want to learn more? Contact our specialist team at:
🇩🇪 [email protected]
🇬🇧 [email protected]