November 4, 2026

ID Card Sizes Explained: CR80, CR79 & Card Thickness Guide

Key Takeaways The standard ID card size is CR80, which measures 85.60 x 53.98 mm (3.370 x 2.125 inches), the…

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Entrust Datacard desktop ID card printer on an office desk with blank cards, with the Datacard vs. Fargo and Zebra title card.

October 29, 2026 | November 2, 2026

Entrust Datacard Models DSE, DS1, and DS2 vs. Fargo and Zebra: Why Canada’s Exclusive ID Card Printer Stacks Up

Key Takeaways Choose an ID card printer based on workflow, not just specs. Compare print speed, hopper capacity, resolution, and…

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Avon Security Products employee packing an ID card printer for shipment in a Canadian warehouse stocked with card printing supplies

September 1, 2026

Supply Chain & Border Certainty

Key Takeaways Canadian sourcing helps avoid customs delays and import costs. Avon Security Products is the exclusive Canadian distributor of…

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Comparison of an older ID card printer and a modern ID card printer, illustrating considerations when deciding whether to trade in existing equipment or upgrade to a new badge printing system

June 25, 2026

Trade-In vs. Buy New: Is Upgrading Your ID Card Printer Worth It?

An ID card printer is no longer just a machine that prints employee badges. For many organizations, it has become…

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Employees using access control cards in a modern office environment, illustrating best practices for cleaning ID cards without damaging print quality, RFID technology, or security features.

June 9, 2026 | June 10, 2026

How Canadian Organizations Are Modernizing Their ID Card Systems

Modern ID card systems are secure credentialing platforms that help organizations manage employee identification, access control, visitor tracking, and workplace…

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Professional office setting where a woman uses an ID card printer to print an employee badge, highlighting common mistakes to avoid when buying an ID card printer for business use in Canada

April 10, 2026 | June 10, 2026

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying an ID Card Printer

Organizations across Canada rely on ID cards every day. Employees badge into offices, students access campus facilities, healthcare staff verify…

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Professional ID card printer producing a photo ID card on an office desk, illustrating the risks and hidden costs of buying ID printers from overseas suppliers.

March 12, 2026

The Hidden Costs of Buying ID Printers from Overseas Suppliers

At first glance, buying an ID printer from overseas can look like a smart financial move. The sticker price seems…

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Sigma DSE card printer showing comparison between single-sided and dual-sided ID card printing for secure photo ID production.

February 9, 2026

Choosing Between Single-Sided and Dual-Sided Sigma DSE Printers

Every organization that issues identification cards eventually faces the same question. Should we choose a single sided or dual sided…

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Professional woman using a Datacard ID printer system in a modern workplace, illustrating upgraded ID card printing workflows and secure credential management.

January 16, 2026

How the New Datacard Printers Help Businesses Upgrade Their ID Workflow Overnight

Modern identification should feel seamless. Fast printing, crisp graphics, predictable performance, and instant readiness are no longer luxuries. They are…

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Avon Security Products promotional image showcasing the new Datacard Professional Series ID card printer with branding.

December 11, 2025

Meet the New Datacard Professional Series: Faster, Smarter, and Built for Canada’s Most Trusted Organizations

In professional environments where identity matters, such as hospitals, universities, government agencies, and corporate offices, the smallest details carry weight.…

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You are a super star

Hi Frank, Good morning. You are a super star...thanks, will send to client. So very much appreciated. Kindest regards and hope you have a FANTASMAGORIC day. Kind Regards always,

Steven
30 October 2026

Very grateful for the assistance

Success!! The print alignment is now correct. Thanks again for your help, the driver update was done and the offset corrections applied! Very grateful for the assistance; thank you!!

Roch
29 October 2026

You rock!

Thank you for the update Frank! You rock!

Suzanne
21 October 2026

Responsiveness, Support, and Willingness to help

I wanted to take a moment to say how much we appreciate the level of customer service your team consistently provides. The responsiveness, support, and willingness to help are a big reason why we continue to enjoy working with your organization. Thank you again for all your help. It is greatly appreciated. Kind regards,

Denice
19 October 2026

You saved me time and effort

Good day Frank, Here is my amended po. I really appreciate you catching that . You saved me time and effort. I have to trust the end user is ordering the correct item, but its not always the case. Have a great day

Kevin
16 October 2026

You’re the BEST!

Toni you’re the BEST!

Justin
1 October 2026

Avon is great!

Jeff, I’m going to be completely honest.. I don’t know how to respond to this.. I haven’t seen customer service like this since the late 80’s You guys have blown my mind over and over. I’m a complete newbie in the card business, your staff have been helpful far beyond what’s required making sure I’m completely satisfied. I’m not going to be a big player by any means, probably only looking at a few hundred cards a year, but you’re staff treat me like an enterprise account, and that’s what’s going to keep me coming back. Please make sure your team reads this. They’re doing great!

John
30 September 2026

Avon is fantastic!

We previously used preprinted security backgrounds and holographic film on our cards. After changing printers, we explored other options and transitioned to cards with a hot-stamp security feature, similar to those found on driver’s licences, health cards, and credit cards. I’ve worked with several ID companies over the years, but for many years now I’ve relied on Avon Security Products. They are fantastic! Their team is knowledgeable, experienced, and provides recommendations based on your organization’s size and needs. The service has always been excellent, and I highly recommend them.

Maria
10 September 2026

Thanks again for all your support and collaboration!

Hi Jeff, Thanks again for bringing in Al on such short notice. Also, a huge shoutout to Al for working so diligently in a loud and chaotic environment, and for showing us some great tips and tricks with these new printers. Al wasn’t able to fully resolve one of the printers due to some colour streaking, so he brought it back with him for further maintenance. The good news is that leaves us with six printers to work from in the meantime. Thanks again for all your support and collaboration!

Chris
10 September 2026

Amazing service to date

Hi Jeff, Thank you for your amazing service to date. We're really happy we chose you and your organization as a vendor!

You guys have always been great.

Hi Bingmay, Thank you for letting me know and sounds great. If anything changes on your end please let me know and sorry again for all confusion, we have been working together for years and you guys have always been great. Thanks again and have a great rest of your week.

Dmitri
13 August 2026

Thank you SO SO SO much

Good afternoon, Jeff! My team had packed the hole punches in a different box, so don't be alarmed if the first one that's opened has empty hole punch boxes. We were able to make use of one of the ZXP 3s with another department--which they are extremely grateful for. Attendee satisfaction and enjoyment of the convention depends heavily on their experience at Registration. A long wait time for passes can sour the entire weekend and we would not have been able to process everyone as quickly as we did if not for your assistance. In the end, we had record-setting numbers and were able to raise over $22,000 for our charity this year, something that might not have been possible if not for the quick assistance of you and your team. From all of us here, thank you SO SO SO much for all your help!

AJ
12 August 2026

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ID Card Sizes Explained: CR80, CR79 & Card Thickness Guide

Entrust Datacard Models DSE, DS1, and DS2 vs. Fargo and Zebra: Why Canada’s Exclusive ID Card Printer Stacks Up

Supply Chain & Border Certainty

Trade-In vs. Buy New: Is Upgrading Your ID Card Printer Worth It?

How Canadian Organizations Are Modernizing Their ID Card Systems

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying an ID Card Printer

The Hidden Costs of Buying ID Printers from Overseas Suppliers

Choosing Between Single-Sided and Dual-Sided Sigma DSE Printers

How the New Datacard Printers Help Businesses Upgrade Their ID Workflow Overnight

Meet the New Datacard Professional Series: Faster, Smarter, and Built for Canada’s Most Trusted Organizations

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