Aptika

07/15/2026

Aptika is saddened to announce that Team NiSCA has discontinued its ID card printer line. For organizations currently relying on NiSCA hardware, we are here to help with questions about supplies and future transition options. Read more: https://www.aptika.ca/blog/team-nisca-discontinues-id-card-printer-line/

Team NiSCA has discontinued its ID card printer line as of July 2026. Aptika will continue supplying available ribbons and consumables while recommending Evolis Primacy 2 and Agilia printers as modern replacements.

06/17/2026

Used ID card printer ribbons can retain visible traces of printed cards, including photos, names, ID numbers, and barcodes. Aptika has added the IDP SMART-Bit+ Ribbon Shredder from IDP Americas Inc. back to our product lineup. This compact desktop shredder helps securely destroy used ID card printer ribbons into tiny, unrecognizable particles, helping organizations better protect sensitive cardholder information. Read more: https://www.aptika.ca/blog/idp-smartbit-ribbon-shredder-for-secure-id-card-printer-ribbon-disposal/

The IDP SMART-Bit+ Ribbon Shredder securely destroys used ID card printer ribbons into tiny, unrecognizable particles, helping protect sensitive cardholder information. Compatible with popular dye-sublimation ribbons from major card printer brands.

06/01/2026

Did you know you can manually switch MagTek readers between HID and Keyboard Wedge mode? Models like the MagTek Mini Swipe often share the same underlying hardware. They simply ship with different default configurations. Our new guide shows you how to use MagTek's USBMSR tool to switch between modes yourself, which can help avoid unnecessary hardware purchases.

Check it out:
https://www.aptika.ca/blog/how-to-switch-a-magtek-magnetic-stripe-reader-between-hid-and-keyboard-wedge-mode/

Learn how to switch a MagTek magnetic stripe reader between HID and Keyboard Wedge mode using the USBMSR utility and the correct reset command.

01/27/2026

New HID Global FARGO DTC high-capacity color ribbons are now in stock at Aptika 🎉 Get brighter colors, more prints per ribbon, and less downtime for your ID card printing. Available for DTC1250e, DTC1500, and DTC4500e printers. ,

HID FARGO DTC consumables include dye-sublimation and resin color ribbons designed for FARGO DTC printers to produce durable cards with vivid images, crisp text, and accurate barcodes. New higher-capacity full-color ribbons.

12/15/2025

From Paris to Angers, from Trustech to the Evolis factory floor.

As the only 🌲Canadian identification company at Trustech, Aptika continued its journey through France with an exclusive visit inside the Evolis manufacturing headquarters.

Discover the story and photos behind this unique experience:

https://www.aptika.com/blog/aptikas-exclusive-tour-evolis-id-card-printer-manufacturing-facility-in-france/

09/24/2025

We're excited to introduce the brand-new Evolis Zenius 2 card printer, now available at Aptika!

Compact, lightweight, and intuitive, the Zenius 2 is designed for small to medium printing needs with:

✅ Up to 180 color or 700 monochrome cards per hour

✅ Rewrite technology for temporary cards

✅ Multiple encoding and security options

✅ Includes a 1-year license of IDpack Basic

See all the details and watch the printer in action here:

https://www.aptika.ca/blog/aptika-announces-the-new-evolis-zenius-2-card-printer/

The Evolis Zenius 2 is a compact, single-sided card printer designed for small to medium runs. It delivers up to 180 color or 700 monochrome cards per hour, features easy ribbon access, encoding options, and rewrite technology.

09/10/2025

We’re excited to be attending VARTECH 2025 in the Bahamas! 🌴
If you’re going too, let’s connect, we’d love to schedule a meeting and show you what we’ve been working on.

📅 September 15–16
📍 Atlantis, Bahamas

08/12/2025

Discover the HID FARGO DTC4500e, a powerful and secure ID card printer built for high-volume, high-quality production. Perfect for businesses, schools, and government organizations that need reliable ID printing every day.

🎥 Watch our new video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unuOHAdPjnI

HID Global

Aptika presents the HID FARGO DTC4500e, a powerful, secure, high volume ID card printer designed for businesses, schools, and government organizations.The DT...

08/08/2025

Another one bites the dust. First the ZXP Series 9... now Zebra has discontinued the ZXP Series 7. The ZC Series is now their only card printer line. If your organization uses a ZXP 7, now's the time to plan your next step. We recommend the HID FARGO DTC4500e. A proven, future-ready choice from a company specializing in card printing. Aptika HID Global

Zebra Technologies has announced the end-of-sale for the ZXP Series 7 card printer, with last orders on November 30, 2025 and final shipments on December 30, 2025. Support will continue until 2030.

01/08/2025

We’re thrilled to introduce IDpack Checkpoint, the newest addition to the IDpack ecosystem! Designed to simplify and enhance event management, access control, and attendee tracking…