Business Details
34 Years
experience
Custom Plastic Card Printing Services in Basingstoke
Established in 1992, Custom Card IBS has become a leading supplier of high-quality plastic cards, operating as part of the EMOS group. Our expertise spans the design, production, and distribution of Membership Cards, Loyalty Cards, Photo ID Cards, Smart Cards, and more, tailored to meet diverse business needs. We prioritise durability and security, manufacturing cards to ISO banking standards with features like UV inks and holograms to prevent counterfeiting. Our ISO 9001 accreditation underscores our commitment to quality, while compliance with the Data Protection Act ensures client data remains confidential. With over 12 million cards processed annually at our secure Basingstoke facility, we deliver rapid turnaround times and comprehensive solutions, including card personalisation, database management, and secure mailing services.Our team provides tailored support, from creative design to technical implementation, ensuring clients maximise the impact of their plastic card programmes. We focus on building long-term partnerships, offering cost-effective strategies and innovative tools like web-based card production and mobile photographic units. Our dedication to customer satisfaction is reflected in our 24-hour dispatch guarantee for bureau customers and a service ethos that values transparency, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Services
Plastic Card Printing
Photo ID Cards
Loyalty Cards
Smart Cards
Business Cards
Key Cards
Card Personalisation
Mailing Services
Hologram Integration
UV Ink Printing
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in plastic card manufacturing.
- Our ISO 9001 accreditation guarantees quality management standards.
- We offer a 24-hour dispatch guarantee for bureau customers.
- We comply fully with the Data Protection Act (registration Z7741914).
- We provide end-to-end solutions, including design, encoding, and mailing.
Associations and certifications
- ISO
Services
Plastic Card Printing
We manufacture durable plastic cards to ISO banking standards, available in custom thicknesses and laminated for longevity. Options include UV inks, holograms, and foil printing to enhance security and brand recognition. Our process ensures cost-effective, high-volume production tailored to client specifications.
Photo ID Cards
Our secure photo ID cards incorporate data encryption, magnetic stripes, and chip encoding to meet corporate and access control needs. We handle end-to-end production, from data capture to delivery, with strict compliance to Data Protection Act regulations for confidentiality.
Loyalty Cards
Custom loyalty cards are designed to boost customer retention, featuring branding elements and tracking capabilities. We offer personalisation services, including embossing and digital printing, to create visually appealing, functional solutions for long-term marketing success.
Smart Cards
We produce MIFARE and chip-enabled smart cards for secure transactions and access management. These cards support contactless technology and data encryption, ideal for transport, healthcare, and corporate ID systems requiring advanced security features.
Card Personalisation
Our personalisation services include variable data printing, embossing, and magnetic stripe encoding. Clients can add unique identifiers like names, numbers, or barcodes to enhance card functionality and individualise customer interactions.
Questions
What types of plastic cards do you offer?
We provide loyalty cards, photo ID cards, smart cards, business cards, and access cards, all customisable to meet branding and security needs.
How does your card printing process ensure security?
We use ISO-certified standards, UV inks, holograms, and chip encoding to prevent counterfeiting and protect sensitive data.
Can you assist with card design and artwork?
Yes, we offer design guidance, templates, and file format support (AI, PSD, PDF) to ensure high-quality, print-ready artwork for custom cards.
How quickly are orders processed?
Bureau customers receive completed orders within 24 hours of data receipt, with flexible turnaround options for large volumes.
Are your services compliant with data protection laws?
Yes, we adhere to the Data Protection Act (registration Z7741914) and ensure client data confidentiality throughout the production process.
