Plustek Technology
10395 Slusher Drive, Unit 1, Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 // 714-670-7713
Q: Who is Plustek and what is their expertise in the kiosk industry?
A: Plustek is a leading global manufacturer of imaging solutions, in business since 1986. We specialize in designing and manufacturing compact, high-performance scanner modules specifically for self-service kiosks, ATMs, and Virtual Teller Machines (VTMs). With over 30 scanner models, we provide the hardware and SDKs needed for ID verification, document capture, and data extraction.
Q: What types of kiosk applications are Plustek scanners used for?
A: Our solutions are widely used across multiple verticals, including:
* Banking & Finance: ATM/VTM document and check scanning.
* Healthcare: Patient self-check-in (ID and insurance card scanning).
* Hospitality: Hotel self-check-in (Passport and ID readers).
* Government/DMV: Driver’s license renewal and document submission.
* Transportation/Cargo: Driver and freight check-in.
Q: Do Plustek scanners support passport and ID card reading?
A: Yes. Our SecureScan series is specifically designed to capture and extract data from passports (MRZ), driver’s licenses, and ID cards. These devices use visible, IR, and UV light sources to ensure accurate data extraction and help detect fraudulent documents. These scanners can also read barcodes and QR codes displayed on mobile devices.
Q: Does Plustek provide SDKs for developers?
A: Yes. We offer comprehensive web and desktop Software Development Kits (SDKs) for scanner control, image enhancement, and data extraction (OCR, Barcode, MRZ). We support various programming languages, including C/C++, C#, Java, and VB.NET.
Q: How can I get technical support for my kiosk project?
A: Plustek provides U.S.-based sales, integration, and technical support. We offer free pre-sale consultation to help you choose the right module and get your development project started on the right foot, and post-sale support to ensure a flawless integration into your kiosk enclosure.
