The Different Kinds of ID Badge Holders

ID badge holders are as varied as the reasons for needing the identification badges. Most employees prefer to have their name badge holder on a clip attached to their belt or pocket. The holder has a retractable string that lets them show the badge as they enter the building and then it just springs back into place. If you have ID badges for several places, you might need to have a special holder to keep them all in one place. The rigid badge holder is usually open on one side and you can have it attached to a retractable clip or wear it on a lanyard around your neck. The badge itself is plastic so it can fit into many different types of holders.

Various Badge Holders

Some of the badge holders you can get include:

• Clear vinyl holders
• Leather holders
• Magnetic badge holders
• Holders that pin onto your shirt
• A strap around your arm with the badge attached

If you prefer to wear a lanyard around your neck, you can choose the style yourself. For example, you can have a lanyard of your favorite hockey team with a clip that attaches to the badge. Some lanyards are very stylish chains in gold and silver. The badge holder might have a loop than slips over the lanyard to keep it in place. Of all the different types the arm strap is the least popular because it is uncomfortable if you have to wear the badge continuously as you work. ID badge clips are the preferred holders because they clip easily to a belt or the pocket of a skirt, shirt or pants.

Convenience of using a badge holder

When you have a badge holder, such as a lanyard or a retractable belt clip, this saves you time searching through your pockets or your purse for your ID badge to get into work. Most people put the badges with their wallet or lunch and put it on before they leave for work. If the company you work for supplies the badge, but not the holder, you can buy many different kinds of accessories to help you wear the badge and still be comfortable at work.