Client Profile

The Cologne Crocodiles are one of Germany’s pioneering American football clubs, with a history spanning over 40 years. The club boasts more than 700 members, including 350+ active players, 40 coaches, and numerous volunteers. Recognized for outstanding youth development, the club required a reliable, flexible solution for producing personalized identification cards for members, staff, media, and VIPs.

Challenge
For years, the club outsourced card printing to external providers. This led to limited flexibility, delays in last-minute requests, and higher costs—especially for small batches or replacement cards. The need for various card types (membership cards, season tickets, press IDs, VIP passes) demanded a faster, more adaptable in-house solution.

Solution
The Cologne Crocodiles adopted the DASCOM DC-7600 card printer, enabling on-demand, high-quality card production within their own facilities.

Key Benefits & Outcomes

1. 1. Increased Flexibility & Control

• The club can now produce cards spontaneously, at any time, without relying on external suppliers.

• Last-minute changes and urgent requests are handled seamlessly.

2. 2. Superior Print Quality

• Using retransfer printing technology, the DC-7600 delivers over-the-edge, full-color prints with sharp text, detailed graphics, and custom watermarks.

• Supports a wide range of card materials (PVC, PET, polycarbonate, ABS) in standard ID-1/CR-80 format.

3. 3. Significant Time & Cost Savings

• Eliminates outsourcing delays and reduces production costs, especially for small batches.

• Print speed of up to 144 cards per hour and unattended batch printing of up to 250 cards improve operational efficiency.

4. 4. User-Friendly Operation

• Intuitive DASCOM CardEditor software allows easy design and layout of cards.

• USB and Ethernet connectivity enable simple integration into existing networks.

5. 5. Enhanced Security & Professionalism

• Ability to include micro text, barcodes, and holographic elements increases card security.

• Professional-grade cards reinforce the club’s image for members, media, and partners.

Quote from the Client
“The DC-7600 gives us the flexibility we needed. We can now produce high-quality ID cards for press, crew, helpers, and members quickly and cost-effectively—right from our own office.”
— Ulrike Severloh, Cologne Crocodiles

Technical Highlights of the DC-7600

• 600 dpi high-resolution printing

• Full over-the-edge printing capability

• High-capacity hopper (250 cards)

• Support for integrated encoder solutions (optional)

• Compatible with a variety of card types and finishes

Conclusion
By implementing the DASCOM DC-7600, the Cologne Crocodiles have streamlined their card production process, gained greater autonomy, and improved their operational responsiveness. The printer’s reliability, print quality, and ease of use make it an essential tool for modern club management.