Card Personalization

Card
Personalization.
Maximum individuality and smart solutions.

At MackSmaTec, we offer modular machine solutions for card personalization that combine maximum precision, flexibility, and security. Our systems process ID cards, financial cards, and customer cards efficiently and individually—in line with the requirements of modern production processes.

With extensive experience, intelligent automation, and reliable technology, we enable the smart, scalable production of personalized cards —worldwide.

CARD PERSONALIZATION

Our Solutions
at a Glance

Pearl ID Key Facts at a Glance
  • Up to 3,300 cards per hour
  • LPI—laser engraving and color printing in a single operation
  • High-quality, industrial inkjet printing system
  • Microtext, MLI, CLI, Clear Laser, Clip ID, etc.
  • High-speed coding (contact, contactless, dual interface) at up to 24x
  • Automated inline quality control
  • Integration of customer-specific security features

Pearl ID - The modular machine solution for high-security ID cards

The Pearl ID is a compact and powerful personalization machine designed for security-critical applications such as ID documents or smart IDs. It processes up to 3,300 cards per hour and offers maximum flexibility thanks to its modular stations—including laser engraving, inkjet printing, chip encoding, and inline quality control. It also guarantees maximum data security through encrypted processing.

Thanks to its intelligent architecture, the Pearl ID can be seamlessly integrated into existing production lines. A highly optimized feed and transport system ensures efficient processes, while an intuitive user interface and remote maintenance functions simplify operation and service. The Pearl ID is therefore not only user-friendly but also future-proof, thanks to digital interfaces and support for AI integration.

Pearl ID - The modular machine solution for high-security ID cards
CARD PERSONALIZATION

A wide range of security features
for your cards

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Additional Features

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Contact us

Interested in a
customized solution?

Our experts will be happy to advise you on suitable systems and support you in implementing efficient production processes.

Your contact person
Yvonne Göpfert Technical Assistant
Sales Card & Passport Systems
+49 36925 929-322
Frequently Asked Questions

Our customers often
ask these questions.

Can't find your question? Our representative will answer it confidentially and directly.

The Pearl ID combines double-sided laser engraving, HD DoD color printing, and high-speed encoding in a modular system, processing up to 3,300 cards per hour. Photos, names, or chip information are applied fully automatically.

Yes, the Pearl ID's modular design allows you to add or replace individual stations—such as laser engraving, printing, or encoding—without having to replace the entire system. This is particularly beneficial if your requirements or production volumes change in the future.

Options include lenticular printing (LPI), clear laser, MLI/CLI tilt images, photo perforation, and invisible features such as IPI, which can be combined with magnetic stripe or chip encoding.