In this guide, we’ll look at the various sizes of ID cards, what they can be used for and why size does matter when it comes to your cards.
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7 Tips to a successful Loyalty Programme
A successful loyalty programme is a mix of strong design, implementation, promotion and maintenance. We’ll show you how to achieve all of those using effective strategies and approaches.
How Much Money Does British Business Lose to Stolen Time?
We’ve launched a survey to investigate the UK’s habits, thoughts, and opinions on time theft at work.
What Are Antimicrobial Cards and How Resistant Are They to Bacteria?
Want to learn more about the applications and benefits of antimicrobial cards?
What Information Should be Included on Employee ID Cards?
To help you get employee ID cards right, this guide sets out the type of information to include and things to consider.
Physical Cards vs Digital Apps
The argument for physical cards vs digital card apps is something that we often come across. “What’s better?”“Which one creates
Christmas Opening Hours 2021
As the countdown to 2022 is underway, we wanted to thank you for your business over the last 12 months.
It’s Beginning to look a lot like Christmas
It may seem ages away but when it comes to Christmas, it’s never to early to prepare. It’s the most
Eco Friendly Options for your Plastic Card Printing
There is now a greener option for plastic card printing. At Swype, we offer eco friendly plastic cards to protect
5 things to Consider With Events Passes
Events passes offer so much to your event. It’s more than just card. It can ensure speedy access, control crowd
Plastic loyalty cards – perfect for marketing at Fresher’s Week
If you are planning on marketing your company at fresher’s week this year, plastic loyalty cards are a fantastic marketing
Make Your Gym Stronger with Quality Membership Cards
With people continuing to adapt to the new normal post pandemic, the drive to stay fit has never been so
A Hat Trick of Cards to Get Set for Next Season
With the re-introduction of fans hopefully back into stadiums for the 2021-22 season, it’s important to get prepared for the
Lead Times & Artwork Policy
Swype prides itself on delivering a fast-turnaround, short run service across multiple combinations of card requirements. Our service to you
Creating the perfect artwork for your plastic cards
Gone are the days when plastic cards were restricted for use as credit or debit cards, today they are used
Enter the digital world with an NFC Business Card
Keep one step ahead of the game by impressing your clients with an NFC Plastic Business Card. We all know
5 Ways To Prevent Identity Theft
With identity theft on the rise, Swype look at how we are prevent falling victim of this terrible crime. Identity
What makes a great business card?
Even in this new digital age, the traditional business card is still as important as ever. From the CEO
Plastic Loyalty Cards: Keep Customers Coming Back
The popularity of plastic loyalty cards is soaring; as Swype knows all too well, businesses need to retain their customers.
Top tips for your plastic ID card printing
Plastic ID Cards are on the rise but do you need to consider when ordering your plastic ID cards. Being
Don’t Forget Your Plastic Card Printing This Summer
If you’ve got a summer event, don’t forget your plastic card printing. From plastic membership cards to key fobs, they’re
The brilliance of our Business Cards
Handing somebody your business card is one of the first steps in an introduction. It shows that the person is
Serve Up the Best with Plastic Membership Cards
Using plastic membership cards for a restaurant can be an ideal in attracting customers. Use these plastic cards to offer
Braille Cards Available
We pride ourselves on delivery a bespoke approach with every order. We try to look for ways to handle all
Carbon Capture Programme Supporting the Woodland Trust
As part of our continuing commitment to be as environmentally friendly as possible and reduce our carbon footprint we have
Plastic card uses for clubs and societies
Plastic cards have a variety of different uses. Read on to find out more about possible uses for clubs and
Introducing Colour Edge Cards
Stand out of from the pack with these amazing coloured edge cards. Wouldn’t it be incredible if your customers or
Uncovered – The potential of Plastic Event Passes
When planning your event, you will almost always start organising ticketing first. Many of those who are in charge of
Studio Guides – Magnetic Stripe Tolerance
The seventh studio guide explains the details regarding our magnetic stripes and how to position your artwork taking into account
Studio Guides – Holes & Slots
Our sixth artwork help guide looks at ‘Holes & Slots’. When creating artwork for your card, you will need to
Studio Guides – Supplying Fonts
Below you will find details of the fifth mailer in our studio guide. This information looks at supplying fonts. Should
Studio Guides – Accepted File Formats
Below you will find details of the fourth mailer in our studio guide. This information looks at the file formats
Studio Guides – Card Dimensions
Below you will find details of the third mailer in our studio guide. This information looks at Card Dimensions and
Studio Guides – Artwork Bleed
Artwork Bleed Below you will find details of the second mailer in our studio guide. This information looks at artwork
Studio Guides – Supplying Data
Supplying Data Below you will find details regarding our studio guides, our first guide is about supplying data. Since the
Reducing Our Environmental Impact
Swype Reduces Its Environmental Impact Over the past last twelve months, Swype has changed the way it operates to ensure
Open Your Wallet Plastic Card Challenge.
Open your wallet and see the potential offered by plastic cards with Swype. In our increasingly affluent world, it seems
Plastic Membership Cards can help Boost Leisure Facilities Usage
Plastic membership cards can help increase the use of leisure facilities. With plastic ID cards, members feel they’re important yet
Magnetic Stripe and The Plastic Card – A Revolutionary Combination
Magnetic stripes have become an essential part of plastic card printing. Here we take a look at just how the
Cards may be our ace in the pack, but we also do spades more!
Swype are more than just your plastic card supplier, we can also provide you with high quality, cost effective print
10 reasons why our RFID Cards are a good idea
RFID cards are among our most popular products here at Swype. We get a variety of enquiries daily; here are
The Power of the Plastic Card
Plastic cards can be used for a multitude of purposes and for many years they have been at the forefront
Improved Fulfilment Service
ICM-3000 Card Mailer and Delivery System Swype can now offer more from its fulfilment service, thanks to their recent purchase
New feature to our extensive plastic card portfolio: UV Ink- for enhanced security
The UV Ink is a popular feature on plastic cards such as Access Control, Event Passes, Business cards and Photo
Integrate everything onto one card with our contactless LEGIC cards
Gone are the days of wasting time organising your security process. Now you can simplify everything, by incorporating Legic technology
We are an official MIFARE registered partner!
We are pleased to announce that we are now a proud MIFARE partner. Over the years, MIFARE has become a
Get more out of our plastic card products with our Braille feature.
Here at Swype, we have the facility to produce personalised Braille cards. The Braille system is a method that is
Personalised LEGIC RIFD plastic cards
Swype is one of the UK’s leading plastic card manufacturers that is able to produce personalised RFID cards with LEGIC chips
Plastic Cards Expansion into Europe
It has been nearly two years now that Swype have successfully expanded its sales of plastic cards into Europe. As
Get your message displayed with a plastic door hanger from Company Cards
Long gone are the days when plastic door hangers were limited to ‘Don’t Disturb’ signs found hanging on your hotel
Proud to become a partner of LEGIC Identsystems AG
Our digital printing capabilities will be a great addition to the LEGIC global supplier network. During the summer of 2013,
Plastic Card Printing for Security Passes and Business Cards.
If you’re looking for security passes or business cards, make sure you opt for plastic card printing. With personalisation, they
Top 4 Loyalty Cards. Why not use Plastic Loyalty Cards for your Business
Read on to find out possible uses for plastic loyalty cards for your business A huge range of companies now
The History of the Humble Loyalty Card
The Loyalty card has become synonymous with the UK consumer; 85% of UK households own at least one card whilst
New Metallic Range
We are pleased to announce the launch of a new range of metallic coloured plastic cards now available through Company
Paper business cards a thing of the past?
Fed up of seeing your business cards binned? The move to plastic business cards has begun! It’s an unfortunate fact
Investment in New Card Machinery
Here at Company Cards we are always looking to add to our plastic card product range and increase on the
Plastic Cards, as and when you need them!
Bureau Service is ideal for short run plastic cards to be called off at your command. At Company Cards we
Plastic Key Fobs – New Product
Continuing to add to our plastic card range we introduce the plastic key fob! Company Cards are now able to
Matt Laminated Plastic Cards now Available
Matt lamination of your plastic cards now available at no additional cost Here at Swype, we are now able to
How to Make Your Plastic Loyalty Cards More Effective
With more plastic loyalty cards on the market, how can yours be more effective? Better targeting and communications can have
Attracting Students with Plastic Membership Cards
As the new term starts, plastic membership cards are good for students. Plastic ID cards with discounts will encourage them
New Type of Plastic Card Available
Company Cards extend our growing range of plastic card products We are proud to launch our new range of 550 micron plastic
Fargo Machine Installed
High definition surface printing of pre-made plastic cards Our latest piece of equipment has now been installed. We can now
New product available from Company Cards
As a cost effective alternative to the traditional plastic card, our 340 laminate board cards are a perfect solution for
Could you save costs and resources with Thermal Rewritable Plastic Cards?
The world of plastic card printing has been completely revolutionised with thermal rewritable plastic cards! For years the choice regarding
What could a plastic business card say about you and your company?
Plastic business cards are becoming increasingly popular, so what could a plastic business card say about you and your company?
Plastic ID Cards Can Prove Your Age
It’s easy to check someone’s age with the use of plastic ID cards; this offers considerable convenience for both retailers
Get Set For Summer with Plastic Membership Cards
Summer is here, so have your plastic membership cards ready; plastic ID cards are great at incentivising visitors to return.
Technology Brings Advances to Plastic Card Printing
Plastic card printing has been around for years. The latest technology is making it easier to print your business or
Round the Clock Production
Increased production capacity means short leadtime on plastic card orders Company Cards the leading supplier of short run plastic cards
Target retail customers with plastic loyalty cards
Plastic loyalty cards offer great advantages to retail. These plastic business cards provide a wealth of information on customers’ habits.
Company Cards Ladies Glam up for Moonlight Ball
All dressed up and somewhere to go – for a great cause. This weekend a number of our Company Cards
Keep It Personal with Your Plastic Card Printing
Giving your plastic cards that personal touch makes a difference. If you need a plastic card printing how can you
Why Do Businesses Still Choose Plastic Business Cards?
Technology may be taking over some aspects of business but plastic business cards are still useful. How can plastic cards
Tips on Creating the Perfect Plastic ID Cards
What should be included on your plastic ID cards? Follow these top tips and you’ll create functional plastic cards for
The International Etiquette of Plastic Business Cards
A 2012 survey indicated that 59% of buyers expect a salesperson to hand over a business card, confirming how important
Exploiting Plastic Membership Cards to the Full
Plastic membership cards have been around for a while but new technologies have made the simple plastic card smarter than
The Rapid Rise of Plastic Card Printing
Plastic card printing has developed at a staggering rate since the first ever plastic card was introduced in 1959. Read
Plastic ID Cards to Target Health Tourism
If recently proposed Government plans go ahead, the much protested introduction of plastic ID cards to the UK is not
Plastic Cards – ICE Cards
Plastic ICE cards can be an essential tool for anyone, especially in the work place. Here at Company Cards we
Plastic Cards – With the personal touch
Adding variable data to your plastic cards could not be easier when producing cards digitally with Company Cards. When it
Can Plastic Membership Cards Prove Who You Are?
Plastic membership cards may indicate who you are, but do they pass muster if you need to prove your name,
Trump the Competition with Plastic Loyalty Cards
How could introducing a plastic loyalty card benefit your business? When you’re in business you should be always looking to
The Etiquette of Plastic Business Cards
Is there a right or a wrong way to present your plastic business cards? We explore some of the rules
Protect and promote your business with plastic ID cards
Plastic ID cards are used in thousands of settings including businesses, clubs and schools. Not only do they protect, they
The psychology behind plastic card printing
If you are considering new plastic business cards, the psychology behind plastic card printing can make or break a design.
New premier quality cards prove just the ticket for famous football club
Company Cards works along side a Premier League Football Club to produce first rate Season Ticket passes. In 2010 we
Novelty Card Something different which will last
Personalize something you can treasure with our long-lasting Novelty Cards. How many times do you give a Birthday card, Valentine’s
Get your Plastic Business Cards into Shape
Plastic business cards are more than simply a few contact details. Turn your plastic cards into a real statement with
Enhance your plastic ID cards with RFID technology
If you’re looking for secure plastic ID cards then use RFID technology. We can produce a range of plastic cards
Scannable Plastic Membership Cards
Using barcodes on plastic membership cards helps you analyse visitor numbers. Providing them with plastic cards also reduces fraudulent use.
ID cards roll out in London
A new way to tackle under-age, drinking due to using other peoples identity. From February 8th the new type of
Plastic Loyalty Cards Are the Key to Retaining Customers
With stores having to compete ever harder to retain customers, plastic loyalty cards could help maintain loyalty and increase spending.
Plastic Business Cards Make a statement
If you want your business to stand out from the crowd then invest in plastic business cards. They offer better
The importance of plastic cards
Plastic cards have become an essential part of business. They can help to build the brand and develop essential customer
Company Cards increase onsite security with the installation of a new RFID Access Control System
New Access Control modernizes onsite security. Over the past 12 months Company Cards have seen a steady increase within the
Plastic Loyalty cards for a new year’s loyalty scheme
Plastic loyalty cards are a great way to start a loyalty scheme this New Year. Plastic Loyalty cards are great
Make plastic membership cards work for you
Plastic membership cards and plastic business cards work effectively to help brand and promote your organisation or business. Nobody wants
Plastic business cards for the best first impression
Improve what your clients to think about you. With plastic business cards you can create a great first impression. Plastic
The History of the Gift Card
Whether you are a small or large business the gift card we provide can suit your needs; your card may
Plastic Membership Cards: Why do we join social clubs?
Membership cards can help create a sense of team spirit and pride. Here at Company Cards we sell tailor-made plastic
Plastic card printing for your club – society.
The Plastic card printing service from Company Cards is great for clubs and societies. Plastic card printing from Company Cards
How could plastic loyalty cards benefit your business?
With tough economic times affecting the way that people are choosing to spend their money could plastic loyalty cards benefit
Plastic Identity Cards: Where Did They Come From?
Exploring the history of the plastic Identity card in Great Britain. Here at Company Cards we sell a large range
Plastic Gift Cards: Making Christmas Easy for Everyone
Plastic Gift Cards are ideal for shoppers and retailers alike – read on to find out why. It’s the same
Plastic business cards: the indispensable just got better!
Business cards are ubiquitous but there always room for improvement – Company Cards discuss plastic business cards. Every business needs
Company Cards Offer Braille Services
Plastic ID cards can incorporate extra benefits such as Braille for the blind and partially sighted – Company Cards takes