| LICENSE PLATE SECURITY
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and it is during this process that it is
now possible to integrate additional
configurable security features in
connection with a dedicated
information system. For example, it is
possible to add an encrypted barcode,
a unique serial number, and a code
of the place of registration of
the vehicle license plate or
even the time or code
of the operator who
registers the plate.
The printed film is
then laminated onto the
substrate by a dedicated
device. An added
advantage of this process
is that the registration
number and the security
features are embedded in
the subsurface and therefore
protected against any damage
by the special UV transparent film.
Clever security
On top of that, Faab Fabricauto,
part of Hills Group, has created and
developed the Smart License Plate
Centre, which offers its customers the
possibility of complete automation
and securitization of their production
of vehicle license plates.
The Smart License Plate Centre
is equipped with readers that check
the unique serial number of the
smart aluminium license plate
at the beginning of the processing
phase, as well as the match between
the unique serial number of the
aluminum substrate, the data matrix
code and the registration number at
the end, all ensuring the accuracy
and validity of the information.
Comprehensive digitalization
of the registration and security
process now make it possible
to update any authorized
database that belongs to
any of the various services
concerned – such as
internal affairs, legal or
insurance – which may
be further used by police
services, toll companies and
statistical or revenue services.
New solutions
The Smart Aluminum License
Plate is setting itself apart from the
traditional methods of production
with its futuristic digital features,
while maintaining its strength and a
robust nature. It offers the simplicity
of adaptation and interface both for
the operators and for the relevant
authorities concerned, which can
include the ministries of the interior,
transport or finance.
To further enhance vehicle
identification capabilities,
customization can be provided at
the same time and in unison with
the production of a third license plate
in the form of a secure holographic
windshield sticker containing an
RFID chip.
The complete package required
for the smart hybrid plate requires
a smaller surface and a moderate
investment compared to traditional
equipment used for embossed vehicle
license plates. Hills Group offers
security features to meet all the
requirements of the authorities. ■
Above: The license
plate database
is secure, yet
accessible for any
relevant traffic
or legal body
30+
million Number of license plates Hills
Group produces each year,
having started in the
business more than 90
years ago