Security

For brands: Decorative protection & functionality

A leader in the security elements industry for over 40 years, KURZ is a pioneer in combining decoration, security, function and interaction. We use the pooled expertise of our innovation specialists at OVD Kinegram for the management of light, PolyIC for printed electronics, KURZDIGITAL for digital software solutions and development, and KURZ for metallic finishes, decoration, and security elements.

Discover new horizons that stretch far beyond simple decoration and ideas that connect decoration with function. Create added value - for yourself and your customers.  Do this with unique optical brand protection solutions using proprietary technologies to create a positive user experience and ultimately, brand protection.

Or link visual elements such as optical variable devices (OVDs), logos, codes or serial numbers with digital solutions for product authentication, track & trace or loyalty programs, anti-counterfeiting, via smart device or smartphone.

Let's find smart solutions for your business!

KURZ SCRIBOS  - Brand Protection with a Direct Consumer Link

In today's fast-paced markets, effective brand protection and direct consumer engagement are more important than ever.

The KURZ Group's KURZ SCRIBOS brand stands for innovative, tamper-proof product markings based on the latest anti-counterfeiting technologies. The solutions developed under this brand reliably protect against product piracy, grey market trading, and unauthorized overproduction. Depending on the application, decorative, functional, or combined security features are used. The modular portfolio can be flexibly integrated into various packaging solutions and production processes and is individually tailored to the specific requirements of our customers. It is complemented by digital tools for verification, traceability, and direct interaction with consumers.

For more information, please visit: www.kurz-scribos.com

SCRIBOS 360

The Digital Backbone of Effective Brand Protection

Each scan of a KURZ SCRIBOS security feature leads directly into the SCRIBOS 360 platform, where it is verified, analyzed, and transformed into actionable insight. This platform connects physical product markings with digital tools for authentication, grey market detection, licensing control, and customer engagement. Brands gain full visibility into global activities, strengthen product protection, and build trust with every scan.

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Visit: www.kurz-scribos.com

KURZ Tax Stamps

Modular Solutions for Revenue Protection

Tax stamps secure revenue, protect products and raise consumer's confidence in excisable goods. KURZ' modular solutions for revenue protection offer a wide range of added value options to tax authorities and security printing companies.

The connection of tax stamps to the virtual world enables additional, valuable functionality such as:

• Track & Trace

• Validation

• Code checks

• Educational programs

• and many more

For more information please visit: www.kurz-scribos.com

Banknote Security by KURZ

For over 30 years, KURZ has been the world's leading provider of banknote security foils and foil technology. Central Banks in more than 80 countries have placed their trust in KURZ to secure their currencies against counterfeiting threats, and enhance the optical attractiveness of their banknotes. The proprietary KINEGRAM® optical technology, developed by KURZ subsidiary OVD Kinegram, and our strong innovative capacity are setting the benchmarks for highly sophisticated and successful security features.

For more information, please visit www.kurz-banknotes.com or contact us at banknote.security@kurz.de

Leading the way in banknote security

Continued investment in research and development and the intense exchange with customers put KURZ at the forefront of the banknote industry and allow for game-changing innovations. 

Government Documents

OVD Kinegram, subsidiary of KURZ in Switzerland and inventor of the KINEGRAM® optical technology for security foils, is the global leader in the supply of high security foil devices to protect government-issued documents, such as passports or ID cards. Champion of the industry for over 30 years, OVD Kinegram's latest innovations focus on the unique integration of digital and physical security technologies as well as smartphone-based digital document verification.

For more information, please visit www.kinegram.com.