Nov 26 2010

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Reel in Your Identity With Badge Reels

Badge reels are a popular way to display ID cards, badges, and proximity cards. If you don’t know 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. The ID is attached to a retractable cord that makes it easy for the person to pull out his/her ID and swipe it for access to secured areas. There are a lot of different badge reels available these days, so this article will take a look at what’s out there so you can choose the appropriate badge reels for your workplace or other organization.

A very basic type of badge reel is the no-twist variety. These reels contain a piece of plastic on the cord to prevent your ID card from getting twisted around. These items can either be clipped to a belt or you can attach the swivel back to your clothing. There are a lot of different colors available, so you’re bound to find the right one for your employees or volunteers.

Round badge-reels are very popular, especially since you can customize them with your company’s colors and/or logo. These badge reels can either be opaque or translucent and you can get them with a spring clip or belt clip so they can be easily attached to clothing. Some round badge reels have a reinforced vinyl strap that helps ensure your ID will stay attached to the reel at all times. Square badge reels are very similar to round ones, except that they are square. Both the round and square badge reels have a cord that is 34 inches or longer.

If displaying your company’s logo is important, you will be pleased to know that you can buy a Logoreel badge reel. These items have an imprint area that is 150% larger than the ones found on regular badge reels. That way your logo can be seen more easily. The cord is slightly longer and each reel has two different attachment options: a belt clip and a loop that can be easily attached to a lanyard. These are some of the most versatile badge reels you can buy. If you like the idea of attaching a badge reel to a lanyard but you don’t need the extra real estate for your logo, lanyard badge-reels are worth a look. Some lanyard reels are known as “Smart Reel” products because the cord will stay extended unless you press a button to retract it. (There are also Smart Reels that stand alone as opposed to being part of lanyard.)

Carabiner and heavy-duty badge-reels are both good choices if you need badge reels that are high-quality. Both of these types of reels can be customized so you can show off your company’s identity. Some of the carabiner badge reels can be attached to your clothing in two different ways (lanyard and belt clip), plus they won’t twist around. Meanwhile, heavy-duty badge reels have a belt clip and you can choose from several different styles of cords, including chain-link, nylon, and steel wire. These reels range from 18 to 24 inches long.

Finally, there are three other styles of reels you may want to look at. First, there are heart-shaped reels that are available in pink and have a pink ribbon on them to promote breast cancer awareness. (Other colors, such as red, are also available and lack the ribbon graphic.) If you (or your employees) tend to lose track of your keys, you can get key reels that clip on to your belt, so you always know where your keys are. And for you outdoor enthusiasts, there are sports clips that are customizable and can easily clip on to your jacket or backpack. These are especially great for skiers because they can hold on to your lift ticket.

Holding on to your ID card, badge, or keys can be easy when you have the right badge reel holder. Now that you’re aware of the many different types of badge reels, you can pick out just the right one for your needs.

About the Author

If you’re considering purchasing badge reels, you should really check out MyBinding.com. They have a great selection of badge reels and other ID supplies, plus they offer free shipping on all orders over $75.00. Check it out for yourself today!

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