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

Posted on | by Avon Security

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

In professional environments where identity matters, such as hospitals, universities, government agencies, and corporate offices, the smallest details carry weight. An ID card is not simply a piece of plastic. It represents access, verification, security, and trust. When it comes to printing those cards, organizations across Canada expect performance they can rely on every single day.

Avon Security Products is introducing Datacard Entrust’s new Professional Desktop ID Card Printer series. This refreshed lineup delivers faster output, elevated colour performance, cleaner design, and smooth operation. These updated models were created with the everyday realities of Canadian organizations in mind.

This launch is more than a hardware upgrade. It reflects a clear standard. Professional ID printing should be intuitive, powerful, and supported by a local partner who understands what reliability actually looks like for organizations that cannot afford downtime.

The Next Generation of Professional ID Printing Arrives

Datacard has long been recognized as a leader in secure card issuance. The new Professional Series builds on that history by bringing modern refinements to an already proven platform. With models such as the single-sided Datacard Sigma DSE and the Datacard dual-sided ID printer, users gain dependable performance paired with enhanced speed, richer colour reproduction, and a more streamlined footprint.

These printers are ideal for entry level to mid volume environments that need consistent results without unnecessary complexity. They are a natural fit for HR teams, security desks, academic administration, healthcare reception areas, and membership based organizations that print cards daily.

The Professional Series brings a clean profile, compact build, and minimal learning curve. It is technology that blends into the workflow while delivering results that stand out.

Trusted Across Canada with Local Support That Never Leaves You Waiting

Before exploring the features, it is worth highlighting something important. The strength of a printer is not just found in the hardware. It is found in the support behind it.

Avon Security Products delivers professional ID solutions to more than 25,000 organizations across Canada. This includes the City of Brampton, Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, Bellwood Health Services, and Anderson College. When a printer goes down during orientation week or staff onboarding, there is no margin for cross border delays or support tickets that take days to process.

  • Avon Security Products’ Canadian advantage is clear and dependable.
  • Proudly Canadian operations with no duties or brokerage fees
  • Fast shipping from Canadian warehouses
  • Free training with every printer
  • Lifetime technical support
  • Loaner printers that keep programs running

This is the type of support that organizations value. Reliable printing paired with service that never leaves you waiting.

To help small and medium organizations strengthen their overall security posture, the Government of Canada provides guidance in the Get Cyber Safe Guide for Small and Medium Businesses. This resource supports the same commitment to continuity and protection that Avon Security Products prioritizes.

A Refreshed Design, Cleaner Output, and Intuitive Controls

The Datacard Professional Series introduces upgrades that matter. The Sigma DSE line brings refined engineering and simplified workflows.

Improvements include:

  • Faster output with up to 185 cards per hour in colour and up to 750 cards per hour in monochrome
  • Richer and more consistent colour using YMCKT technology
  • Compact industrial housing for easier maintenance and placement
  • A simplified interface built around a power button and multifunction control
  • A fixed 100 card input hopper and 25 card output hopper
  • A protected printhead guard that improves long term durability
  • Cloud ready architecture on duplex models

These refinements allow teams to work efficiently without dealing with complicated menus or multiple accessories. The Professional Series focuses on practicality and performance.

Key Features to Consider, The Professional Details That Matter Most

Choosing an ID printer can be overwhelming because many models share similar terminology. The Professional Series distinguishes itself by excelling in the features that organizations rely on every day.

1. Professional Speed That Fits Real Workflows

Most organizations need faster issuance without the cost or scale of an industrial retransfer printer. The Professional Series delivers exactly that.

  • Up to 185 cards per hour in colour
  • Up to 750 cards per hour in monochrome
  • Smooth edge to edge consistency
  • Minimal warm up time
  • Busy onboarding periods immediately benefit from these improvements.

2. Clean, Accurate Print Resolution

The Professional Series offers print resolutions of 300 by 300, 300 by 600, and 300 by 1200 dpi. This produces crisp facial details and clear text even on high volume runs.

3. Straightforward Installation

Setup is smooth and reliable, allowing teams to get up and running without delays or unexpected compatibility issues.

4. Design That Supports Real Workspaces

With simple controls, smart layout, and durable mechanics, these printers reduce training time and allow staff to work confidently.

Product Models and Series Overview, Finding the Right Fit

The Professional Series occupies a well defined space within the Datacard Sigma lineup.

Sigma DSE (Professional Series)

  • Designed for small and medium organizations
  • Available as single or double sided
  • USB connectivity for simplex and USB plus Ethernet for duplex
  • Affordable, compact, and cloud capable

Sigma DS1, DS2, DS3

Organizations needing premium ribbons, lamination, Wi Fi, or additional expansion options can explore these higher tier models.

For many Canadian teams, the Professional Series provides exactly the right balance of power, simplicity, and cost efficiency.

Supported Card Types and Applications, Designed for Real Operational Needs

The Professional Series supports the card types and thicknesses used throughout Canada.

This makes the printers suitable for a wide range of applications.

  • Employee identification
  • Student and faculty IDs
  • Healthcare and clinical access cards
  • Visitor and contractor passes
  • Membership cards
  • Volunteer credentials

These printers adapt easily to almost any identification program.

Colour Performance That Protects Brand Consistency

Colour accuracy is critical for organizations whose branding appears directly on ID cards. The updated YMCKT ribbon system produces balanced skin tones, strong contrast, and stable colour across long print runs. This reduces inconsistencies that arise with older technologies.

To better understand why secure identification matters, the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security offers guidance in its resource Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft Online. This aligns well with the importance of accurate identification in professional environments.

Cloud Ready Architecture That Supports Modern Workflows

The duplex models in the Professional Series are cloud ready. This allows organizations to manage printing from centralized systems, coordinate across multiple locations, and provide access to authorized team members regardless of workplace distribution.

For a broader view of identity assurance standards, the NIST Digital Identity Guidelines SP 800 63 4 provide internationally recognized guidance on digital identity proofing, authentication, and credential management.

These standards highlight the growing importance of reliable identity processes in both digital and physical environments.

Supplies That Keep Canadian Organizations Printing Continuously

Avon Security Products stocks a comprehensive range of Datacard supplies within Canada. This includes YMCKT colour ribbons, monochrome colours, PET G supplies, smart card upgrade kits, magnetic stripe upgrade kits, and Sigma protective dust covers. Our Supply Finder tool helps teams locate the correct supplies instantly.

The Canadian Advantage, Why Local Support Creates Real Value

Even the most advanced printer will eventually require support. Avon Security Products eliminates delays, duties, and complications by providing Canadian service and fast response times.

Clients receive Canadian phone and email support, lifetime assistance, free training, and loaner printers shipped quickly when needed. This extends the lifespan of every printer and keeps identification programs uninterrupted.

To understand the broader importance of security in Canada’s digital and physical systems, Public Safety Canada outlines national priorities in the National Cyber Security Strategy. This strategy highlights why secure card issuance remains an essential part of protecting organizational integrity.

Built for High Volume Reliability Without Excessive Overhead

The Professional Series is ideal for organizations that print between a few hundred and a few thousand cards annually. This includes academic institutions, community organizations, retail and corporate offices, healthcare networks, manufacturing facilities, and municipal departments that depend on reliable ID card printers in Canada without the cost or complexity of enterprise level systems.

Where the Professional Series Shows Its Strength

  • Smooth onboarding during busy period
  • Reliable printing at front desk environment
  • Cost effective issuance without compromising quality
  • Secure identification backed by Canadian support

These strengths make the Professional Series a dependable choice for organizations that prioritize continuity, clarity, and professional standards.

Your ID Program Needs More Than Hardware

A complete identification program requires reliable equipment, consistent supplies, training, and ongoing support. Avon Security Products provides an end to end model that helps organizations remain confident in their day to day issuance programs, regardless of volume or industry.

Begin Your Upgrade to Smarter and Faster ID Printing

The Datacard Professional Series introduces a new level of efficiency and consistency for Canadian organizations. With faster printing, richer colours, intuitive controls, and dependable support, this lineup offers a complete and balanced solution for professional identification.

If your organization is ready to move toward a more reliable and modern ID printing experience, the Professional Series is the ideal place to begin.