Print, Erase, Repeat: Smart Card Printing With The Evolis Primacy 2 Rewrite Function

Print, Erase, Repeat: Smart Card Printing With The Evolis Primacy 2 Rewrite Function

Published by Becky Cramer on 16th Apr 2025


In today's dynamic business environment, operational efficiency and resource management are paramount. The Evolis Primacy 2 card printer offers a robust solution for various card issuance needs, and its rewrite functionality presents a significant advantage for organisations seeking cost-effective and sustainable practices.

The rewrite function of the Evolis Primacy 2 enables the repeated printing, erasure, and reprinting of monochrome information on specifically designed thermal rewritable cards. This process utilises a dedicated monochrome ribbon and controlled thermal application to create and subsequently remove markings on the card surface, allowing for numerous rewrite cycles on a single card.

Strategic Applications of Rewrite Technology for UK Businesses:

The inherent flexibility of the rewrite function lends itself to several key business applications where information on cards requires frequent updates or is temporary in nature:

  • Enhanced Visitor Management Systems: Implementing rewritable cards for visitor identification streamlines the check-in/check-out process, eliminates the need for disposable badges, and contributes to a more secure and professional environment.

  • Dynamic Loyalty and Membership Programs: Utilising rewritable cards allows for real-time updates of points, rewards, or membership status, enhancing customer engagement and reducing the logistical overhead of issuing new cards for minor changes.

  • Efficient Temporary Identification: For contractors, temporary staff, or event personnel, rewritable cards provide a cost-effective and easily manageable solution for access control and identification that can be readily updated or cleared as required.

  • Agile Event Management: Employing rewritable cards for event badges facilitates the provision of up-to-date information such as schedules or access permissions, which can be modified and reused across multiple events.

  • Streamlined Library Operations: Rewritable cards can be used to display temporary borrowing limits or restrictions, offering a flexible and reusable alternative to traditional methods.


Key Operational and Economic Benefits:

  • Integrating the rewrite function into card management workflows offers several tangible advantages for businesses:

  • Reduced Consumable Costs: The ability to reuse cards multiple times directly translates to lower expenditure on card stock and associated printing supplies over the long term.

  • Environmental Sustainability: Minimising the consumption of single-use plastic cards aligns with growing environmental awareness and contributes to a more sustainable operational footprint.

  • Improved Operational Agility: The ease of updating card information on demand enhances responsiveness to changing requirements and reduces administrative delays associated with re-issuance.

  • Enhanced Security Protocols: Implementing rewritable visitor or temporary access cards can contribute to improved security by ensuring that access privileges are current and easily revoked.


The Evolis Primacy 2's rewrite capability represents a strategic tool for businesses seeking to optimise their card management processes through enhanced efficiency, cost reduction, and a commitment to sustainable practices.

By leveraging this functionality, organisations can achieve a more agile and environmentally conscious approach to various card issuance applications.

To explore the potential of the Evolis Primacy 2's rewrite function for your specific business needs, we encourage you to contact our team at Labelman for a detailed consultation.