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The different models of badge holders


What are the different types of badge holders and which models should you choose for which purposes: flexible or rigid badge holders, with hook or crocodile clip? Follow the guide to choose the right badge holder for your needs. 

Badges are a must at all events, whether professional or cultural. They fulfil many functions: from secure access badges to advertising goodies. In order to take full advantage of their benefits, it is important to highlight and protect them. This is where the badge holder. Often equipped with a hanging system, it makes it much easier to wear your badge while significantly extending its lifespan.

For every type of badge and every type of use, there is a suitable badge holder to make your life easier. ELLIADEN offers you a guide to the different types of badge holders, their advantages and their use .

Why use a badge holder?

The badge holder has two main functions:

  • facilitate the attachment the badge on a garment or around the neck;
  • protect the badge to increase its life span and preserve its appearance.

The essential accessory for wearing a badge

Badges, whether they are used as identification or as promotional items, are meant to be seen.

They should be worn prominently. Whatever their shape or appearance badge holders are equipped with a fastening system. The badge attached to the garment allows the wearer to be identified quickly and to emphasise his or her membership of a group or company.

Most often, the badge holders are perforated so that they can be used with a lanyard. They can also be equipped with an alligator clip, a clip or a pin. In addition to their practicality, the badge holders limit the risk of loss.

Protection

This badge accessory also has a protective function. The latter is very important, both from an economic point of view (increased life span) and from an aesthetic point of view.

Indeed, the badge is one of the first things that your interlocutor will see of you, and a battered or shabby badge reflects badly on you and your organisation.

Some models make your badge waterproof and are particularly useful at outdoor events.

Did you know that?

Badge holderslike badges can be personalised with your company's colours and logo.

This aspect is not to be neglected as it offers additional visibility for your organisation's brand image at a very low cost.

The different types of Badge door

Badges are very varied in terms of their uses and shapes. their shapes. There are many different types of badge holders to suit all situations. Some models specially designed for RFID badges even offer an RFID RFID fraud shield.

Hard badge holder

rigid badge holders

Rigid badge holders are available in two variants, single-sided or double-sided.

The rigid 1-sided badge holder has the advantage of being colourful and offers a wide range of customisation options.

The 2-sided rigid badge holders are transparent so that the badge is visible from both sides.  

Very resistant, they offer the best protection for your badges. They are best for long term use.

They are made of plastic (polypropylene) and have dimensions of 86*54mm in order to accommodate the most common badge formats (CR80 - blue card size).

Horizontal, vertical and magnetic strip variants are available, as well as different hanging systems, the most common of which are neck strap perforations and mounted clip systems.

Rigid badge holders usually have a central hole for easy removal of the badge.

Flexible badge holder

Soft badge holders are less durable than hard versions but are also less expensive. They are ideal for visitor badges at trade shows and events.

Similar to a protective pouch, they have the advantage of being waterproof and are therefore very suitable for outdoor use.

Made of vynil, they are available in a wide range of sizes (86*54, 40*75, 58*40, 55*90, 102*77 and many more).

They are offered with the same fastening systems as the rigid badge holders, but are sometimes equipped with a safety pin.

Vehicle badge holder

vehicle badge holder

The vehicle badge holders have a plastic hook system for easy attachment to the rear view mirror. They can also be fitted with a suction cup or windscreen adhesive. I

They are mainly used with long-distance access badges to access car parks or to lift barriers to enter restricted areas. 

This category also includes the sticker holder for car insurance.

Card cases and protectors

card cases

Card cases perform the same function as protective covers for mobile phones. They protect them from bumps and scratches when you're on the move. Thinner and more discreet than rigid badge holders, they are ideal for carrying a badge in a pocket or bag.

There are many variants:

  • basic pouch,
  • multi-card case,
  • magnetic card case,
  • or RFID-proof case.

Practical and inexpensive, they are a great way to extend the life of your cards and badges.

Badge armbands

badge holder armband

The badge armband allows you to wear a badge around your arm. It is very practical because it prevents embarrassment and the badge is visible at all times. The badge is securely fastened with a strap, making it impossible to lose. It stays in plain sight and you quickly forget it's there.

Ideal for security personnel or anyone who may be bothered by a neck lanyard while working.

The badge armbands are waterproof (vinyl material) and can accommodate CR80 (86*54mm) size badges or cards.

Badge reel or Cordazip

badge reel

Thebadge reel does not offer physical protection for your badge but allows you to keep it close at hand and never lose it.

Also known as a cordazip, it is a small box from which a wire can be unwound to which the badge is attached. By pulling on the badge, it can be brought into contact with the card reader. The cable rewinds automatically. 

It is particularly useful for access badges that require a short range contact.

 

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