Our Complete Guide to Advanced Infrared (IR) Taggants

We believe a layered approach leads to the most robust document security possible. A layered approach should use a variety of features, including overt and covert ones, as best practices. One feature gaining traction in the document security sphere is infrared (IR) taggants. Whereas advanced UV pigments fluoresce when exposed to specific wavelengths of light, […]
Ultimate Guide to Optically Variable Pigments (OVPs): Uses Cases, Advantages, and More

The team at Angstrom Technologies, Inc. believes a layered security approach is best when it comes to document security. Advanced optically variable pigments (OVPs) are one part of that solution. The key to investing in the right OVPs for your document security is to make sure your provider has the expertise to manufacture a product […]
Optimizing Track & Trace Technology for Your Company

As part of a layered security approach, we recommend using advanced fluorescent pigments in track and trace technology. Adding this element makes your shipments more secure against counterfeiters who can cost your company money with fake goods. Counterfeit products cost companies $500 billion collectively every year, according to ULSE. That figure doesn’t count the possible […]
Complete Guide to Overt vs. Covert Document Security Features

At Angstrom Technologies, Inc., we believe a layered security approach is the best way to achieve optimal document security. Part of that layered approach includes using a combination of overt and covert security features that improve document security based on the detection methods needed to see them. In our guide, we discuss overt vs. covert […]
African Nations Continue to Make Progress With ID Security, But Much Work Is Still Needed

According to the World Bank, approximately 1 billion people worldwide were unable to prove their identity in its 2018 report. Half of those people reside in Africa. The challenges faced by these people are immense. Without proper identification, they could lose access to employment opportunities, healthcare, government services, and more. Since this report, it was […]
Why Cash Still Reigns in a World Filled With Digital Transactions

Did you ever save coins in a jar as a kid? What about getting money under your pillow from the tooth fairy? How about heading to your favorite hot dog stand or quaint roadside eatery for a bite to eat at lunch? What about yard sales, lemonade stands, and Girl Scout cookies? Now, imagine a […]