Document security and printing
Pira International offers testing facilities and accreditations in the following areas:
This group specialises in the evaluation of security printing products such as e-passports, driver's licences and ID cards. It also operates the Pira/C&CCC printer qualification service to certify the printer's ability to print cheques to the required standard.
We also undertake general assessments of printed materials to identify the causes of problems in print production and finishing. We provide independent, unbiased reports on the quality of printing and finishing.
Specific examples include print fade, abrasion and rub resistance and bookbinding assessments.
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Expert Profile
Michael Chamberlain has over 20 years experience in R&D in plastics and paper industries, and a further 15 years experience in printing technical services. He is expert in the examination of documents, particularly optically diffractive devices. Mike developed the test methods and certification scheme for UK laser cheque security and has served on the APACS working party for the development of cheque standards in the UK. Mike is responsible for Pira consultancy in the field of Document Security and Brand Protection and maintains an active interest in security technologies for personal ID, document authentication and secure packaging.
Chief Consultant Brand Protection & Document Security