What is a lanyard?

A lanyard is a cord or strap worn around the neck, shoulder, or wrist to carry items such as keys, identification badges, access cards, whistles, or small tools.

• Purpose: Lanyards serve as a convenient and accessible way to keep important items readily available, preventing loss or misplacement. They are commonly used in workplaces, schools, events, and security-sensitive areas. Purpose

• Materials: Lanyards can be made from a variety of materials, including nylon, polyester, cotton, silk, paracord, and even metal chains or beads. Materials The choice of material often depends on the intended use, durability requirements, and aesthetic preferences.

• Types: There are many types of lanyards. Some examples:

  • Tubular Lanyards: Made from a tube of woven material.
  • Flat Lanyards: Made from a flat piece of woven material.
  • Round Lanyards: Made from a rounded cord.
  • Breakaway Lanyards: Designed with a safety release mechanism that breaks apart if the lanyard is pulled or snagged, reducing the risk of injury. Breakaway%20Lanyards
  • Retractable Lanyards: Feature a retractable cord, allowing the user to extend the attached item for use and then retract it back to their body. Retractable%20Lanyards

• Attachments: Lanyards typically have an attachment point for securing items. Common attachments include:

  • Swivel Hooks: Allow for easy rotation and attachment of items. Swivel%20Hooks
  • Split Rings: Offer a secure and durable connection. Split%20Rings
  • Badge Clips: Specifically designed for holding identification badges. Badge%20Clips
  • Cell Phone Loops: Allow for convenient carrying of cell phones. Cell%20Phone%20Loops

• Customization: Lanyards can be customized with logos, text, and designs, making them popular promotional items or identification tools for organizations and events. Customization

• Safety: It's important to use lanyards safely. Avoid wearing lanyards in situations where they could get caught in machinery or create a strangulation hazard. Breakaway lanyards are recommended in environments where safety is a concern. Safety