Information Packaging — Your RFID Sleeve and Envelope Specialists

  • How do I go about getting a quote from Information Packaging?

    October 4, 2013

    Feel free to give us a call at 800-776-7633 or complete our online quote request form. A member of our Sales Department will respond within 24 hours; most of the time same day. Read More »

  • What would my shipping costs be?

    September 23, 2013

    We ship via Fed Ex Ground, unless otherwise requested. Shipping charges will vary depending on the product ordered/manufactured, weight and final destination. We are happy to provide you with approximate shipping charges upon request. If you place an order at our online store, shipping charges will appear during the checkout process. Read More »

  • Where should I send my art files?

    September 23, 2013

    Art files can be sent to Information Packaging via the Send Us Your Files page or sent directly to your sales rep (please see file submission guidelines for more details). Read More »

  • Where do I send my Purchase Order’s?

    September 23, 2013

    Purchase orders can be faxed to 315-986-4585 or emailed directly to your Sales Rep. Read More »

  • How do I open an account with Information Packaging?

    September 23, 2013

    A credit application can be faxed or emailed to you by request. First orders are generally prepaid by credit card until Net 30 terms can be established. Read More »

  • Do you have different styles of card sleeves and envelopes?

    September 23, 2013

    As a manufacturer, we have the ability to produce any size to meet your requirements. Common/most popular sizes include: 2 1/4″ x 3 1/2” (or 2 3/8″ x 3 1/2″ to fit 2 cards) open end sleeve with thumb cut 2 3/8” x 3 3/4″ open end with flap on the short side 3 5/8” x 2 5/8” open side Read More »

  • What is the best material to use on a sleeve or envelope for gift cards?

    September 23, 2013

    This would depend on the length of time the card is intended to be used and how often it is used. For short term cards that are not subject to constant use, paper is the most economical material. For cards that are used frequently or will be stored for a longer term, Tyvek® will perform better. Read More »

  • What is the best material to use on a sleeve or envelope for hotel key cards?

    October 4, 2013

    Hotel key cards are typically short term use items and do not require the protection of Tyvek®. Therefore, paper is the best material for this application. Paper is also easier to write on (as compared to Tyvek®), so room number and other guest information is easier to read. Read More »

  • What is the best material to use on a sleeve or envelope for cards with magnetic stripes such as credit cards or debit cards?

    September 23, 2013

    The properties of Tyvek® make this an ideal material for protection and storage of these types of cards. Tyvek® will protect the magnetic stripe from scratching against other cards in your purse or wallet. Read More »

  • Can you print a 4 color process on card sleeves?

    October 4, 2013

    We can print spot PMS colors and process color on paper, paperboard, and Tyvek® card sleeves. Card sleeves are an excellent means of getting your company logo and key message out to your customers. Read More »

  • Can you print on the face and back of card sleeves?

    October 4, 2013

    We print on flat sheets, then die cut and fold into card sleeves and envelopes, so printing on the face and back of the sleeves is easy to accomplish with no additional print charges. Read More »

  • How does Tyvek® protect my credit card?

    October 4, 2013

    Tyvek® is ideal for cards with magnetic stripes as they provide a low abrasive surface for the cards. Tyvek® is also extremely durable, tear resistant and water resistant which makes it an excellent substrate for card storage. Read More »

  • Does a Tyvek® credit card sleeve without alloyed inside protect credit card from RFID frequencies?

    October 4, 2013

    A Tyvek® credit card sleeve on its own cannot protect or stop a credit card from being scanned. The Tyvek® sleeve will protect the magnetic strip from being scratched. Our ArmorShield™ RFID blocking sleeve is made from Tyvek with a foil lining that inhibits the possibility of information being taken from the card. This RFID secure sleeve is used to stop Read More »

  • What is RFID?

    October 4, 2013

    RFID, or radio frequency identification, is the technology that lets you simply wave your credit card, passport or license in front of a nearby scanner instead of having to slide the magnetic stripe through it. The electronic scanner sends a signal which is received by an antenna embedded into the card, which is connected to the card’s RFID chip, thus Read More »

  • Why is there a need for RFID shielding for credit cards?

    October 4, 2013

    About 100 million credit cards now have RFID technology embedded into them. However, over the next two to three years, credit card issuers plan to replace every single magnetic stripe credit and debit card with new contactless smartcards. These cards can be read without even taking them out of your wallet. The RFID shielding technology in our ArmorShield™ card sleeves Read More »

  • What is skimming?

    October 4, 2013

    Skimming is the process where “thieves” take your personal information from your card without your knowledge. This technology is relatively easy to acquire and is so unobtrusive, you would never know it has happened. View Video: MythBusters® Won’t Talk About RFID Episode Read More »

  • What is ArmorShield™?

    October 4, 2013

    Exclusive to Information Packaging, ArmorShield™ is a unique material used to make our ArmorShield™ sleeves protect smart cards and contactless cards from being read without your knowledge. ArmorShield™ is durable and resistant to tears, punctures, moisture and chemicals, and provides shielding for ISO 14443/15693 and EPC Gen 1/Gen 2 contactless smart card and any contactless card that operates at 13.56 Read More »

  • What frequencies will the ArmorShield™ block the RFID transmission?

    October 4, 2013

    ArmorShield™ material is designed to shield ISO 14443 A/B and EPC Gen1/Gen2 contactless smart cards. This encompasses any contactless card that operates at 13.56 Mhz and above. This material will not shield the older 125khz proximity cards. On cards that include a secondary 125 khz antenna added for backward compatibility, only the newer 13.56 Mhz interface is shielded. The 13.56 Read More »

  • What types of cards are typically embedded with RFID technology?

    October 4, 2013

    All HID iClass, HID MIFARE®, HID FlexSmart, DESFire Indala FlexSmart Any card ISO 14443A/B or ISO 15693 compatible All MIFARE® and DESFire compatible cards All new contactless credit cards sQuid cards used in Europe Military CAC (Common Access Cards) New Government PIV (Personal Identity Verification) cards such as the Linc- Pass TWIC™ (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) New long range RFID Read More »

  • Are there cards that the ArmorShield™ material will not block the RFID transmission?

    October 4, 2013

    Yes, older type proximity cards and those operating with 125Khz will not be shield. Examples of these types of cards include: Older “prox” cards, HID 125 khz. Includes: ProxCard II, ISOProx II, DuoProx II, Smart ISOProx II, Smart DuoProxII, ProxCard Plus. Also Indala FlexISO, FLexCard, FLex Tag Read More »