Many people in many professions use a lanyard. They can be used in a wide variety of ways. Businesses, conventions, tradeshows, schools and so on. They are seen everywhere because their uses are endless.

The lanyard is a strip of fabric or beads that is used like a necklace. The fabric can be cotton, nylon, cord, or twill that hangs around the neck. The beads can be any color or combination threaded onto a sturdy piece of plastic strand. Some will have a retractable spool of thread at the end used to attach identification badges. Some will have an attachment to attach keys. The hooks and hardware available will help meet the purpose of the lanyard. The lanyards can also have special connectors that will break apart of the lanyard becomes stuck. This can help prevent injuries to the wearer.

There is so much more to the lanyard than a place to hold badges of keys. It can also be a promotional device. Company names and logos can have printed logos on the lanyard’s fabric. In a wide assortment of colors to customize the lanyard with school colors, company colors, or personal expression any business, school, or assembly can be sure to create a fitting lanyard. People use their lanyards everywhere so others will see it, read it, and become curious, a great and cheap way to advertise a company or group.

The lanyard does not have to be for professional purposes only. It could be used to express support for a certain issue or charity. Construct an individual lanyard with a specific color and message of choice for a truly special item. This is a simple form of self-expression that does not involve saying a single word.

With all of these advantages, one would imagine these items are expensive, but it is the opposite. Buying a lanyard is simple and quite economical. Many companies will often buy them for the employees and provide it to them free of charge. Those who choose a more personalized lanyard can still purchase the item at a reasonable price.

The fact remains that the lanyard is a terrific tool to advertise companies, promote charities, and articulate messages in a simple and effective manner. These items do not break the bank and are a fashionable method of keeping important items like badges and keys close at hand. In all of the styles, colors, and materials available every company and person is sure to find a lanyard that suits the intended purpose.