What are the retractable badge holders called?

Carabiner badge holders are named after the carabiner mechanism. A carabiner is a metal loop with an opening on the side. Oftentimes, carabiners are used to attach to belt loops or work vest, the KEY-BAK Sidekick is one of our most popular carabiner retractable badge holders.

What is the point of a badge reel?

Badge reels are a popular way to display ID cards, badges, and proximity cards. If you don’tknow what a badge reel is, it is an item that attaches to an individual’s clothing so that the person can wear his/her ID.

How do retractable badges work?

Badge reels are commonly used by companies, schools, and organizations. The user can pull the retractable cord to swipe their ID badge for clocking in to work or to swipe into a keyless entry system. The user can also attach items such as keys or small tools.

How do I keep my ID badge from flipping?

Lanyards with Bulldog or Plastic Hook Attachments

1. Bulldog clip (keeps your ID level for easier reading)
2. Wide plastic hook (also keeps your ID level)
3. Narrow plastic hook (will allow cards to tilt to the side a bit)

How much weight can a badge reel hold?

Max loading weight is 120g/4.5oz or 8 keys compares to 85g/3oz or 4 keys of other items on the market.

How does a badge buddy work?

Badge buddies allow for quick easy identification of key hospital personnel, including nurses, students, doctors, RN, LPN, LVN and more. By adding a colored badge buddy role card behind your existing photo ID, both staff and patients will easily be able to recognize who is who in the busy hospital environment.

How do you keep your badge forward facing?

A badge clip or badge reel would be a far better solution in terms of keeping your ID badges more compliant with the forward facing rule. You just clip them right onto your shirt or jacket and go about your business without having to worry too much about their visibility. They’re simple, subtle and easy to use.

How do I stop my lanyard from flipping?

A popular suggestion was to use gaffer tape, a paper clip or a binder clip to attach the lanyard to your shirt. The latter two options are obviously easier if you’re wearing a buttoned shirt.

Can a badge reel go on a lanyard?

You can attach a badge holder to a lanyard, badge reel or strap clip. You can combine a badge reel and a lanyard together.

How do you keep your badge from flipping?

Badges and I.D. cards need to be visible at all times. Keep them facing outward by using lanyards that don’t allow such twisting. They are designed to stop flipping and twisting by using a wide plastic hook attachment and an adjustable plastic slider.

Which is better alligator clip or belt clip?

Belt clip is recommended if you wear your badge on your pants, shirt pocket, or in the “v” of your shirt. Alligator clip is standard but since my jewelry is heavy, clipping high on the collar, by the shoulder is the best place. Comes with reel and fuzzy hook and loop piece.