Transparent holograms are the ideal security products where an over laminate is required so that information is viewable through the laminate. In other words, transparent holograms are see through holograms which are affixed over a number, text or a photograph to see through the hologram label the printed information. Any attempt to tamper with the hologram will result in the destruction of the hologram. These holograms are considered to be an ideal solution for document protection where there is the need to secure critical information on the document against any tampering. They can provide your documents/cards with a visually appealing look, coupled with a moderate degree of security.

Basic Feature of Transparent Holograms

Transparent hologram uses a transparent holographic film overlay on a digitally printed ID card or document or license. This protects the inks on the card from excessive abrasion and wear and also extends the card life. The transparent holographic film overlay prevents alterations to the card/document information and prevents copying or duplicating the card. Usually, the transparent hologram film are the "peel and label" transparent labels which are manually affixed after the card is printed. They are pressure sensitive, self adhesive holograms. Just remove paper liner to activate adhesive and apply transparent holograms over any important card or document.

Types of Transparent Holograms

Customized Transparent Hologram: There are transparent hologram film, labels or stickers which are custom imprinted with your company logo, name, consecutive serial number and other features. Transparent labels can be customized with a unique imprint.

Tamper Evident Transparent Hologram: The holograms are available with a tamper evident feature. The image is destroyed if any attempt is made to remove the label or sticker from the product or document, or to reposition it. This is an additional security feature in transparent holograms.

Advantages of Transparent Holograms

The popularity of transparent holographic film is due to the following advantages:

• Transparent holograms are compatible with lamination pouches to make ID cards, license, passports etc. They can be affixed to the card insert before laminating. They can also be affixed to the finished laminated ID card.
  
  
• These holograms allow easy viewing of the information underneath.
  
  
• Transparent hologram is also an affordable method of re-validating an existing card. Since the information can be seen through the transparent hologram, instead of printing new cards every year, it is easy to simply peel and stick the transparent hologram overlay onto an existing card.
  
  
• Transparent holographic film cannot be scanned or photocopied and hence ideal to combat document counterfeiting.
  
  
• Transparent holograms can also create an attractive complement to your existing packaging and product.
  
  
• Transparent holograms can also be shining and sharp.

Applications of Transparent Holograms

Transparent holograms in the form of pressure sensitive labels, pouches and stickers are used in various products like

Passports I-cards Identity Documents Voter identity cards Visiting cards

Driving License Badges Bank Cheques Drafts