Datacard Group Debuts Advanced Issuance System for High-Security Passports; Datacard(R) PB6500(TM) Passport Issuance System positioned to revolutionize passport security.MINNETONKA, Minn. -- Datacard Group today introduced the Datacard(R) PB6500(TM) passport issuance system at the Intergraf Security Printers' Conference and Exhibition in Rhodes, Greece. This innovative and modular solution helps governments elevate passport security to unprecedented heights in an effort to help prevent fraud and identity theft. "Every day, governments face sophisticated, new threats to passport security," said Paul Baxter Paul Gordon Baxter (born Oct 28, 1955 in Winnipeg, MB, CAN) was an National Hockey League defenseman from 79" to 87" and an NHL assistant coach for eleven seasons. He is currently coaching HIFK in the Finnish SM-liiga. , director of passport technologies for Datacard Group. "The PB6500 system integrates the most advanced technologies available today in passport and e-passport issuance. It is designed to help government agencies cost effectively defend against these threats and protect secure documents against common attacks from counterfeiters." The PB6500 system automates inline high-volume passport production. It can apply level 1, 2 and 3 security features, and offers a complete line of passport personalization technologies. The system also includes a variety of system-level security features, including secure login Signing in and gaining access to a network server, Web server or other computer system. The process (the noun) is a "login" or "logon," while the act of doing it (the verb) is to "log in" or to "log on. , data encryption data encryption, the process of scrambling stored or transmitted information so that it is unintelligible until it is unscrambled by the intended recipient. Historically, data encryption has been used primarily to protect diplomatic and military secrets from foreign and biometric authentication See biometrics. support. A flexible, modular design In the context of systems engineering, modular design — or "modularity in design" — is an approach aiming to subdivide a system into smaller parts (modules) that can be independently created and then used in different systems to drive multiple functionalities. allows end-users to start with the most cost-effective configuration for a current issuance program, and then incorporate new technologies as they become available. Modules currently available for the PB6500 system include booklet leafing, contactless chip personalization, laser engraving Laser engraving is the practice of using lasers to engrave or mark an object (it is also sometimes incorrectly described as etching, which involves the use of acid or a similar chemical). , color inkjet printing, vision registration, security lamination lamination a laminar structure or arrangement. , number perforation per·fo·ra·tion n. 1. The act of perforating or the state of being perforated. 2. An abnormal opening in a hollow organ or viscus, as one made by rupture or injury. Perforation A hole. , quality assurance and label affixing. "The PB6500 features a self-contained design that helps ensure high productivity, exceptional ease of use and unmatched efficiency," Paul Baxter said. "It also provides low total cost of ownership with excellent reliability and ease of maintenance. Customers get strong protection for their program, their documents and their investment." With more than 35 years of experience in a wide range of programs worldwide, Datacard Group is a trusted world leader in secure passport technology. The company's innovative solutions integrate the systems, software, services and supplies required to produce high-quality passports and e-passports in centralized and/or distributed environments. Datacard Group offers the world's best-selling secure ID and card personalization solutions. The company's portfolio includes systems for high-volume card issuance, card delivery, secure ID issuance and passport production, plus extensive service and supply offerings. Datacard Group serves customers in more than 120 countries (www.datacard.com). |
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