In the fast-paced environment we live in, people need to rely instinctively on their senses of sight and touch to authenticate in a fraction of a second a banknote. In this context, one of the Central Bank’s main roles is to provide their citizens with security elements that are easy to detect and identify at the blink of an eye. However, they also need to be authenticated by vending machines, ATMs and all kinds of machines that accept banknotes.
As the leading global provider of security inks and solutions for banknotes, SICPA’s portfolio includes solutions from OVI® immediately detected by the eye, and intaglio inks whose relief can be instinctively felt when touched, to machine-readable features detected by machines whichever way banknotes are inserted or even once they are worn out.
OVI® - using the intaglio process
OVI® - using the silkscreen process
Additionally, in-line with the clean-note policy adopted by most Central Banks nowadays, we have environment-friendly post-varnishing solutions that protect banknotes from soiling and therefore increase their life cycle.
Innovation through close partnership with Central Banks and Banknote printers has placed us at the forefront of technological developments. Through our worldwide presence, SICPA understands local needs and develops tailor-made solutions. Whatever your needs or challenges, SICPA will be able to assist you.
