In June the West Texas Lighthouse for the Blind began production of the new “Smart Card holder”, which will provide additional jobs for West Texans who are blind or visually impaired.

The Smart Card holder is one of several security products the Lighthouse produces for the Federal government. Smart Cards utilize RFID technology to store government employee’s personal information, affording them instant access to buildings and computer terminals. The Smart Card holder prevents hackers from accessing this information for malevolent purposes.

The Smart Card holder is an electromagnetically opaque sleeve that protects the card from unwanted scan attempts. It has been tested by an accredited laboratory for the GSA (General Services Administration) and the holders are FIPS 201 compliant.

West Texas Lighthouse for the Blind works with National Industries for the Blind to create and sustain jobs for the blind and visually impaired. Crucial to this initiative is the Lighthouse’s partnership with the Federal government and US military through the AbilityOne program. For more information regarding the Lighthouse and its product line please contact Vickie Sanders, Sales and Marketing Manager, 325-653-4231.