Lanyards have been popular for decades . We just never stop needing them in business and day to day use.

I think you know what are lanyards now?

lanyards are cords or straps that is worn around the neck to hold an identification badge, whistle, keys or other small object . You can see lanyards in use everywhere by businesses, schools, hospitals, at special events, conventions, reunions, also in many recreational activities .

what are lanyards

Lanyards  can also be used as an advertising tool with a customized logo or name printed on the strap . They come in various colors and types with different hardware attached, at the bottom for holding an ID badge, whistle or the like .

Lanyards can be made of cord, cotton, nylon or polyester twill . The cord type is the least expensive , but cannot be printed because it lacks the flat surface of the strap-type . Some have a small bulb containing a retractable reel, to use with an ID badge or keys . They might also have breakaway connectors, so that if the lanyard gets caught it will release before it pulls on the neck .

The strap-type lanyards can be made of cotton, polyester or nylon and are often printed with a company or team name, product or logo .

Generally printing methods

There are generally two different printing methods used: screen printing, or dye sublimation .

Screen-printing provides a higher quality result that is more durable . A fine mesh screen is made from the customer’s artwork . The screen is laid on top of the material and the colored ink is applied over the screen . A squeegee pushes the ink through the mesh screen to create the design beneath on the fabric . Heat cures the ink for a high-resolution result .

Dye sublimation is a superior printing process that can create multicolored, highly detailed designs . With this method the customer’s design is transferred to a fine paper that uses dye sublimation inks . The paper is placed on the lanyard and pressure and heat are applied, causing the image to become enmeshed into the material . The design remains smooth because of the method used, allowing for an image that is less prone to abrasion or fading .

A lanyard can also come with different hardware . The O-ring is common for using with a whistle or keys . It may also have a split-connector so that it is easily removed and snapped back into place . A swivel snap hook is good for ID badges that have a rectangular hole at the top . The bulldog clip is the type that when squeezed, both serrated jaws open, similar to how an alligator clip works .

Lanyards are inexpensive and can be purchased in bulk for promotional or professional use, or in single units .

How can we find supplier ?

Dongguan Guanchang factory , which is specializing in woven lanyard producing, designing and selling a wide variety of promotional gift lanyards . Our factory was started in 2009, up to now has the industry advanced level,our own production workshops including strap woven workshop,printing workshop, Dye Sublimated(heat-transfer)printing workshop, assemble workshop . We has accumulated rich experience in design and production, and has the ability to provide you with high quality service . Any information about our products,please do not hesitate to contact us. Do customer satisfied supplier .

what are lanyards