FAQ's - Karnataka Holotech

What is a hologram?
A hologram is a 2/3 dimensional image which changes colour when viewed from different angles. The image passes through all the seven colours of a rainbow giving a dazzling and a spectacular visual effect. The most popular form of Holograms are the embossed Holograms.

Can Holograms be duplicated?
No. The 3 Major reasons why Holograms cannot be duplicated are:
a) The cost involved in trying to copy a Hologram is huge.
b) The technology needed to originate Hologram Images is limited to very few people across the world.
c) No Hologram can be copied 100% because of the very nature of the Hologram Technology.

What are the other steps Karnataka Holo Tech Technologies takes to prevent duplication of Holograms made by it?
We register each and every Hologram created by us with the IHMA Hologram Image Roster.IHMA Stands for the International Hologram manufacturers Association. Once registered our client becomes the authorized copyright owner of the Hologram image all over the world making it impossible for anyone to duplicate it.

Apart from Brand Protection do Holograms serve any other purpose?
Holograms are not limited to Brand protection alone. They play a major role in Brand Promotion also. Because they are so appealing to look at, they impart a hifi look to the product. Also the end user associates a product with a Hologram on it to be from a reputed company. Hence a lot of companies are using Holograms to promote their brands and increase their sales.

What are the various forms in which holograms are available?
Holograms are available in various forms. The most common form is the self adhesive sticker and label form. For larger quantities and permanency hot stamping Holograms are also popular. Apart from these other forms are Holographic tapes, foils, pouches, sleeves, strips, induction wads, threads, textiles, laminates etc.

How can holograms be applied on the products?
Manually for smaller quantities. Automatic online application machines are available for larger quantities.

Why are Hologram labels most popular?
Because of the ease of application. Just peel the self adhesive holograms from the release liner and paste them wherever required. No need of any machinery and huge investments.

What are Tamper evident Holograms?
It is difficult to remove the hologram once it has been pasted as it gets tampered.They are useful for avoiding tampering of documents or products and henceforth serve the purpose of efficient sealing.

How will the Holograms be dispatched?
We have tie-up with leading national and international couriers. You can even use your own cargo accounts to receive the shipments.

Whats the ordering prodecure for Holograms?
Send us your logos or artworks in whatever format you have. Jpeg, bmp, pdf, or cdr. Let us know your mastering origination preference and the size of Hologram you need to get made.

Our design team will send you various options to choose from. Once the artwork is approved by you we will inform you our Bank Account Details. Once we receive your remittances and authorization documents we start processing the order.

Do you have Instant or ready Holograms?
Yes we have. Available in various sizes and texts like original, genuine, valid, opened, tested ok, best quality, export quality, qc passed, etc these can be shipped the same day in any quantities.

Which Businesses or sectors can use Holograms?
The applications of holograms are in various fields like credit cards, license, passports, confidential documents, envelopes, bank cheques, draft, guarantees, bonds, share certificates, books, publications, copyright sales literature, hand tags, sporting goods, toys, chemicals, medicines, detergents, fertilizers, seeds, building material , hardware, jewelry, watches, aircraft, automotive, high technology, engineering spares & machine parts, electrical, electronic appliances, recording media, computer peripherals, stationery products, Visa, excise revenue stamps and many more.

Are there any low-cost alternatives to custom security hologram labels?
If your project or product requires a hologram label, but you find the cost prohibitive, you may be interested in using one of our stock holographic images. KARNATAKA HOLO TECH's stock holograms are our original designs. The hologram security labels can be used as they are, or customized with overprinting or sequential numbering. However, because they are available to anyone who wants to purchase them, stock holograms do not offer the same level of security as custom images.

What are the Different Kinds of Holograms?
Holograms as such can be broadly classified into four categories but their features are endless.

2D/3D Effect Normal Level security
Kinetic Animation Effect Medium Security
Dot Matrix Effect High Level Security
E-Beam Effect Highest Level Security
Photopolymer holograms Ultimate Holographic technology till date.
As the level of Security Increases the Origination Cost also increase.

What is the largest hologram you can create?
Our brightest, highest quality holograms are 6" x 6" or smaller. Depending on the artwork, we can work with larger pieces. If you have a specific holographic project in mind, we'd be happy to discuss it with you.

Do you make any other products besides hologram labels?
Yes. We have recently started to manufacture the complete range of Holographic Products which include Holograms, Hologram Labels, Holograms in Spool Form, Holograms with variable information, Holograms with Serial Numbering, Inkjet and Laser Numbering, Hologram Stickers, Holographic Labels,Security Labels, Hologram Masters, Hologram Products, Hologram Pouch, Hologram Shrink sleeves, Holographic Induction wads, Holographic Laminates, Holographic Films, Hologram Tape, Holographic Hot stamping Strips, Combi grams, Hologram hot stamping Foil, Transparent holograms, Holographic Threads, Pharma Seal, Pharma stripes, Holographic solutions for Pharma Industry, Holographic Paper Labels, Holographic Scratch, Holographic aluminium Foil, Holographic Paper Board, Holographic Wide web Films.

What kind of artwork do you need to create a hologram? How do I submit it?
If you are Interested to make a hologram for your brand or company just send us your Logo, Company name, Website, picture or any such matter which you want us to incorporate in the hologram Preferably in Corel Draw format by E-Mail.If you do not use this software you can as well send us in JPEG, ADOBE PHOTOSHOP, ACROBAT READER, GIF IMAGE, TIFF IMAGE ETC., We will customize your hologram design and send you the same for approval.

How will I be able to tell if my hologram security label has been tampered with?
We offer a variety of materials that your labels can be produced on. Tamper-evident material will destruct when removed. The top layer will separate from the metallic underside. The holographic image will be left behind on the product, and the label will be destroyed. We also offer selective release material. When someone attempts to remove the holographic label, a "VOID" pattern will be left behind to signify tampering.

What advantage do I have in doing business with Karnataka Holo Tech, rather than some of the other hologram companies?
The answer is simple; KARNATAKA HOLO TECH is a fully integrated professionally managed custom hologram label manufacturer. We are equipped to handle your security hologram label job from concept to finished product. All processes are in-house, allowing us to precisely control security, quality, and cost. We provide the Best technology, security, quality and pricing for our valued customers.

How can Karnataka Holo Tech assure us the Security of our Holograms:
We pledge and assure you of 100% Secrecy and Security of your Holograms manufactured by us and take 100% Precautionary measure at all levels of our Business cycle.

How thick are the labels/stickers and tape?
They are 24 microns thick, and remember they have permanent adhesive and you have a choice of non-tamper evident, 'Void' tamper evident(Once stuck, if removed the hologram and adhesive will be left behind with the word 'void', making it impossible to transfer or copy) , or 'full release' tamper evident (Once stuck, if removed the hologram and adhesive will be fully/partially left behind, making it impossible to transfer or copy) as standard! For a small additional cost we can provide labels upto 50 microns thick.We have also introduces Customised Text tampering wherein the name of the Client or the Logo will appear on Tamper.

Do you offer colors other than Silver?
Yes, we can also offer Gold, Copper, Aqua Blue, Voilet, Purple, Forest Green, Black, Transparent, Red, Light Green and Royal Blue. The choice is yours!

Does the tape have a release liner?
Yes, in order to protect the tamper evident feature. But you can still use it with a normal hand tape dispenser. It comes on a standard 76mm core.

Do I get a proof?
You will get an Adobe PDF or JPEG visual of your hologram prior to production. It is not economically viable to make a true hologram proof. However, if this is essential, we can quote you for a proof separately.

What is the lead time?
From start to finish, around 15 to 20 working days.We also have a Special Service wherein we can supply you Holograms within 10 Days which very few companies worldwide can do.

Can I have them with sequential /serial numbers?
Yes, we can laser mark them, this makes them extra secure and provides a small transparent number on the label without detracting from the hologram. Please ask us for a quotation.

Can I have them on rolls?
We only produce large volume orders on rolls.

Why can’t Holograms be duplicated?
It is almost impossible to replicate a hologram of any type accurately, as it is not a printing process. Different manufacturers employ different techniques. We only keep the master original hologram. Any artwork provided by you, or created by us is destroyed. We can add additional security features P.O.A. However the most overlooked measure is awareness. You and anyone coming into legitimate contact and handling of your hologram, should become very familiar with its' distinctive features.

Which Industries or Sectors can use Holograms?
The applications of holograms are in various fields like credit cards, license, passports, confidential documents, envelopes, bank cheques, draft, guarantees, bonds, share certificates, books, publications, etc.