Plastic card manufacturing in South Africa, since 1989

Custom card manufacturing, ID card printers, ribbons and accessories—with expert support for your organisation.

Manufactured locally in Isando, Gauteng. From student and membership cards to secure RFID transport cards, we help you choose the right solution for your project.

Since 1989
South African card manufacturing

Isando, Gauteng
Local manufacturing and support

75% solar power
Of our electricity generated on site in 2025

Explore our card solutions

Plastic Cards

Custom printed and secure cards, manufactured locally.

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ID Card Printers & Ribbons

Desktop printers and consumables for in-house card printing.

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Card Accessories

Holders, fasteners and accessories for everyday card use.

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SMART 31S used and demo ID card printers

USED · DEMO · REFURBISHED

More printers. Less spend.

Explore used card printers with as-new guarantees, including SMART 31S units with very low print counts. A practical way to save when equipping several sites.

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Responsible local manufacturing

Our on-site solar generation supplied 75% of our electricity in 2025 and reduced CO₂ emissions by 125 tonnes.

Our SAVA Green Tick certificate is valid from May 2026 to May 2027. View the certificate for the certification details.

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Cards for your organisation

Plan your card requirements with guidance for your application.

Student ID cards

Plan artwork, personalisation, campus-system requirements and student intake quantities.

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RFID transport cards

Discuss ticketing compatibility, CIPURSE specifications and phased rollout quantities.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Cardtech manufacture?

Cardtech manufactures plastic cards, including custom printed cards, secure cards and RFID transport cards, at our factory in Isando, Gauteng. We also supply desktop ID card printers, ribbons and card accessories such as holders and fasteners.

Where are Cardtech's cards manufactured?

All cards are manufactured locally in Isando, Gauteng, South Africa. Cardtech has been manufacturing cards in South Africa since 1989.

How do I get a quote for custom or bulk card orders?

Submit your requirements through the quote form on this page, or email sales@cardtech.co.za or call 087 135 7135. A sales specialist will contact you to discuss your project. There’s no strict minimum order quantity, but for cost efficiency we recommend a minimum of 500 units for custom or bulk card orders.

Does Cardtech manufacture RFID transport cards?

Yes. Cardtech manufactures secure RFID transport cards and specializes in CIPURSE-compatible cards, while also manufacturing many MIFARE cards. We can advise on ticketing compatibility and phased rollout quantities.

Does Cardtech supply ID card printers and ribbons as well as cards?

Yes. Alongside card manufacturing, Cardtech supplies desktop ID card printers and consumables (ribbons) for organisations that print cards in-house.

Is Cardtech's manufacturing environmentally responsible?

Cardtech generates a significant share of its own electricity on site using solar power — 75% of electricity used in 2025 came from on-site solar, cutting CO2 emissions by 125 tonnes. Cardtech holds a SAVA Green Tick certificate (valid May 2026 to May 2027).

Expert support for your card project

Get personal guidance on card manufacturing, printer selection, ribbons, accessories and card printing software. Tell us what you need, and our team will help you choose a solution that fits your project.

Your cards. Your business. Your privacy.
We respect the privacy of our customers and the card products we manufacture for them. We do not disclose customer identities or showcase their card projects.

Use the form below to share your requirements. A sales specialist will review your enquiry and contact you to discuss the next steps.