Guide To Environmentally Friendly Lanyards

Our guide to custom lanyards includes information on the different styles of lanyards we offer, fabric choices, print processes, clips, attachments and other customisation options.

For general questions about ordering, delivery or payments please see our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Print Processes Questions

• What print methods are available for eco-friendly lanyards?
  Eco friendly lanyards can be screen printed or full colour printed by heat transfer or dye sublimation processes.
• Can I order eco-friendly lanyards with full colour printing?
  Yes! Eco friendly lanyards can be full colour printed by heat transfer or dye sublimation processes.

Fabric Choices Questions

• What fabrics are considered eco-friendly for lanyards?
  We currently offer either bamboo fibre or rPET - recycled polyester made from post consumer plastics - as eco friendly fabric options.

Lanyard Styles Questions

• Can I get eco-friendly lanyards in different widths and lengths?
  Yes. Both our bamboo fibre lanyards are recycled lanyards are available in custom lengths and widths as well as in our standard sizes.

Clips & Attachments Questions

• What are trigger clips?
  

  A metal trigger clip is the standard clip found on all our lanyards and features a loaded lever on the side, which is used to open the snap closure.

• What are lobster clips?
  

  A metal lobster clip, so called as it resembles a lobster claw, is a chunkier clip which is opened by pressing directly against the closure.

• What are dog clips?
  

  A metal dog clip is a lightweight clip which is opened by pressing directly against the closure.

• What are string clips?
  

  A string clip features a loop of fabric/string at the end of the lanyard which can then be used to attach a fob, keys, pass or other items.

• What are crocodile clips?
  

  A metal crocodile clip, so called as it resembles the jaws of a crocodile, is a lightweight clip with a loaded closure, opened by pressing together the top ends of the clip.

• What are mobile device clips?
  

  A mobile device clip/string clip features a loop of fabric/string at the end of the lanyard which can then be used to attach a device, fob, keys, pass or other items. Unlike a standard string clip this can be detached from the lanyard by pressing on the release mechanism.

• What are G clips?
  

  A metal G clip, so called as it resembles a capital letter G, is a chunkier clip which is opened by pulling/pressing down on the lever.

• What are plastic clips?
  

  A plastic clip, available in different sizes, opens much like a metal dog clip when pressure is applied to the closure.

• What are safety breaks?
  A plastic safety break is fitted to the lanyard, at the back of the neck, to eliminate the risk of choking. If the lanyard is pulled with force or trapped the safety break will release.

  Additional safety breaks can be fitted on any of our custom lanyards and are commonly used in the healthcare and education sectors or where machinery is being used.

• What are quick release buckles?
  A plastic quick release buckle allows a pass, ID card or keys to be easily detached from the end of the lanyard without having to take off the lanyard.

• What are retractable badge reels/ski reels?
  

  A retractable badge reel, or ski reel, feaures an extendable string to which an ID card or fob can be attached. They are commonly used where a card or fob needs to be swiped or held close to a proximity reader.

• What are keyring loops?
  

  A metal keyring loop is a circular loop like those found on most keyrings. It allows keys or other small items to be easily attached to the lanyard.

• Can I add other clips and attachments to my lanyards?
  Our custom lanyards can be further personalised with multiple different clips and/or attachments.
  
  Our full range can be viewed on our clips and attachments page.