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In the mining industry, security is very important, especially in South Africa. Mines are often huge, complex, and potentially hazardous environments, making it essential to control access, track personnel, and protect valuable assets effectively. Because of the value of the products extracted from underground, mines are also vulnerable to theft and other criminal activity. Keeping up with the ins and outs of a busy mine can be challenging, so it’s important to have services that protect the safety and security of the mine and its workers.  This is where Easi-Card steps in with solutions tailored to the unique needs of the...

In recent years, the mining industry in South Africa has faced numerous challenges regarding identity and security. The nature of mining operations, which often take place in remote and rugged environments, poses unique risks that require robust security measures. Unauthorised access, theft, fraud, and safety concerns are among the key issues that must be addressed.  To address these challenges, industry leaders such as Easi-card have emerged as experts in providing smart card technology and access control facilities tailored specifically for the mining sector. Every mine can design unique and reliable ID Cards that make them difficult to clone and replicate with our...

As an employee at Easi-card, we get asked, “but aren’t cards finished?”. We are here to tell you that access cards are here to stay. Well, for a while, at least.  Now look into your wallet and tell me what you see? A whole lot of cards, right? We are speaking of the future. You will say. Traditionally cards have been used for access control but are shifting towards alternative methods such as biometrics and mobile devices.  At Easi-card, we want to provide our customers with the best and most affordable solution for their needs. Cards are the best affordable...

South Africa is a well-known producer and exporter of citrus and subtropical fruits. In every corner of SA, you can find different fruit crops that are suited to growing in that climate. This allows us to produce different fruit throughout the year.  Fruit farming is a labour intensive job, it is not made for sissies. As they say. Without farmworkers, this job would not be possible.  The process of selling fruit is lengthy. From handpicking the fruits to washing and sorting them is a process that requires many hands.   By owning a fruit farm, you know that labour costs are...

Card technology has changed a lot over the past 25 years. Cards have been used to provide some sort of access to something and essentially make life easier for people.  The history of cards There are currently 3 broad technologies on the market: Magnetic stripe technology Proximity cards (old technology) Smart cards (new technology).  Although there are a few differences between these types of cards, they all do the same thing. You present the card to the reader and access is either granted or denied - however, what happens behind the scenes is quite different. Another key difference is the...