Information > Frequently asked questions

We require our cards urgently, will switching to a new supplier delay the ordering process?

No, in fact you might even get them more quickly! On receipt of artwork we will produce an artwork proof for you to approve, usually within 24 hours. All production processes are carried out within our factory, therefore we have complete control over production schedules.

How long will it take to receive my cards once I have placed an order?

We normally quote 10 to15 working days, however if you need your cards quickly do let us know and we will do everything we can to get your cards to you within your timescales.

How much will it cost?

We do not have a price list for library cards as every card is slightly different and needs an individual quote. We promise we will get a competitive price to you within one working day. We set very keen prices for our products and we are confident that you will be delighted by our product and service. However, in the unlikely event that you do receive a lower like-for-like quote we would appreciate the opportunity to be able to re-quote. We guarantee that we will review our pricing structure and if it possible we will lower or match that price.

Do you have a minimum order?

We don’t have a minimum order requirement, just let us quote for the exact number you need. We are able to produce up to one million cards per week.

Who are Spectrum Plastics?

Spectrum Plastics are a Manchester based company that produce a whole range of encapsulated products, from loyalty cards, to wipe-clean menus and catalogues. We can cut to any size or shape of plastic card and we can handle large or small volumes. We also offer related services, including artwork design, printing, cutting, creasing and barcode labelling.

Why should we choose you to manufacture our cards?

We have been in business over 30 years and have a great deal of experience to draw upon in manufacturing library cards. We supply over 70% of the cards in the UK and Ireland and over 150 Councils, please ask us for a customer list if you’d like to understand more. Thanks to our unique manufacturing techniques, our products are exceptionally durable, which is probably why we're the biggest single supplier of library cards in the UK. And because we always invest in the latest technology, our turnaround times can't be beaten.

Can we meet you before we order?

If you’d like to meet Debbie Green our Libraries Manager to discuss any aspect of library card manufacture please call 0161 480 7202. She would be happy to chat through ideas with you and meet up at a convenient time.

For further information please call Debbie on 0161 480 7202 or email debbie@spectrumplastics.co.uk