Spectra Systems Corporation (SPSC)

Overview

Spectra Systems Corporation, headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, is a pioneering company dedicated to the invention, development, and international sale of integrated optical systems. Established in 1996, initially as Spectra Science Corporation, before rebranding to its current name in June 2001, the company operates through three main segments: Authentication Systems, Secure Transactions, and Banknote Cleaning. Spectra Systems provides advanced security and authentication solutions, servicing a diverse range of clients, including central banks and G7 countries, with a focus on the integrity and cleanliness of banknotes as well as brand product authentication. The company’s innovative approach leverages proprietary technologies and materials to offer comprehensive protection against counterfeit and fraud.

Products and Services

The wide array of products and services provided by Spectra Systems is designed to meet the complex demands of security, authentication, and quality control in the global market. These include:

• Authentication Systems: Spectra Systems’ innovative authentication solutions use a combination of taggant materials and sensor technology. These systems are designed for the authentication of banknotes, ensuring their veracity for central banks and countries globally. The technology facilitates the identification of genuine banknotes, enhancing security measures against counterfeit currency.
• Banknote Cleaning and Disinfection Systems: The company offers a revolutionary dry process based on supercritical CO2 cleaning technology for banknotes. This system effectively removes sebum and other contaminants from currency, rendering them clean and disinfected. This technology not only prolongs the life of banknotes but also ensures they are hygienic for handling.
• Brand Product Authentication: Beyond currency, Spectra Systems extends its authentication technology to brand products, providing solutions that protect against counterfeit goods. By ensuring the authenticity of brand products, this service helps maintain brand integrity and consumer trust.
• Optical Materials for Security and Quality Control: The company provides a range of specialized materials including fluorescent and phosphorescent pigments and dyes, invisible pigments and dyes, and gasochromic materials. These are used for security purposes and quality control, adding an extra layer of protection and verification to products.
• Customized Materials and Hardware Solutions: Based on client-specific needs, Spectra Systems develops customized materials and hardware solutions. These tailored solutions cater to the unique security and operational requirements of clients, enhancing the efficacy of their security measures.
• Internal Control Systems: For lottery and gaming operators, Spectra Systems offers internal control systems that ensure the accuracy of transactions. These systems are crucial for verifying the legitimacy of logged transactions, maintaining transparency and fairness in gaming operations.
• Software and Hardware Systems for Currency Authentication: The company provides cutting-edge currency authentication sensors and quality control equipment designed for both paper and polymer banknotes. Additionally, it supplies security printers and papermakers with the necessary tools to produce secure currency. This full suite of products enhances the overall security of currency, from production through to circulation.