Badge holders: for whom and for what use?

Badge holders are used for the protection of protection of plastic badges and cardsThey allow badges to be preserved, increase their life span, be easily transported without the risk of losing them, and identify people.

Cardholders are used by all companies and administrations that need to identify their staff or visitors. This is the case for large groups, public administrations, event companies...

The different types of badge accessories

There are different types of badge holders for different purposes.

Cardholders, cases and pockets

Rigid and semi-rigid badge holders are favoured for everyday use. They are intended for companies that need to identify their staff: this is the case for all companies that use employee badges. Transparent, they allow for quick and easy identification of personnel.

Flexible badge holders are preferred for occasional use, they will allow to to protect a badge or a card which will be used for a short period of time. They are used for events or trade fairs, or to protect a company's visitor badges.

Clamps and fasteners

Different badge fasteners are also used badge fasteners such as crocodile clips or clips that allow a badge pouch or card case to be attached to clothing.

Neck cords

The badge lanyards (also known as lanyards or neck lanyards) allow you to wear a badge in a plastic pouch around your neck thanks to a fabric collar connected to a snap hook. Practical, they are mainly used for events or trade fairs. Neck badge holders are interesting because they are can be personalised and can therefore also be used as an advertising medium to promote a brand.

Do not hesitate to contact Elliaden for your customised cords.

For more information, please see our Guide to Badge Lanyards.

The roll-up card holder

The roll-up card holder also called badge reel or cordazipThe reel card holder, also known as the cordazip, meets the needs of people who often need to take out their badge while keeping it attached to limit the risk of losing it. This is the case, for example, for staff who have RFID badges badges and who have to take out their badge several times a day to access certain secure areas of the company.