Retractable Reels & Lanyards
Retractable Reels, Badge Holders And Lanyards
Retractable reels and lanyards make ID cards, access passes and staff badges easier to present, scan and use throughout the day. This curated pick brings together practical options for workplaces, healthcare settings, schools, events and visitor management where cards need to stay secure but remain quick to access.
Choose from retractable ski reels, custom printed badge reels, card holders, wallets and lanyards depending on how your team will wear and use their ID. Reels are especially useful for access control cards, door entry systems, clock-in cards and passes that need to be extended regularly without removing them.
Lanyards
Custom Branded Lanyards
Browse custom branded lanyards in this curated collection. Visit any product page to see the exact specs and customisation options for that item. Many of these can be PANTONE® colour matched to a specific colour if required.
Printed Retractable
ID Card Holders
ID card holders, PVC wallets, retractable badge reels and related ID accessories in this curated collection. We hold all of these items in stock for same day dispatch and express shipping.
Metal Badge Reel
Plain Coloured Badge Reel
Printed Badge Reel
Rainbow Badge Reel
Retractable reels and lanyards are ideal when ID cards, access passes or security badges need to be used regularly without being unclipped. A retractable reel keeps the card attached to the wearer while allowing it to extend towards a scanner, reader or reception checkpoint, making it a practical choice for staff ID, visitor passes, healthcare cards, school badges and event credentials.
When to choose retractable badge reels
Retractable badge reels are especially useful for cards that are scanned or shown several times a day. They reduce the need to remove a card from a holder, pocket or lanyard, helping to keep ID more secure while still making it quick to use.
Popular options include standard ski reels, metal ski reels, rainbow ski reels and custom printed ski reels for branded staff or event use.
Pairing reels with card holders and wallets
A badge reel works best with the right holder. Open faced ID card holders are a neat option for plastic cards that need to be scanned or displayed regularly, while fully enclosed holders provide extra coverage. PVC wallets are useful for temporary passes, visitor badges and printed inserts.
Browse open faced ID card holders, fully enclosed ID card holders and PVC wallets to build the right setup for your cards or passes.
Lanyard and reel combinations
Some teams prefer the visibility of a lanyard with the extra convenience of a retractable reel. This can be useful where cards need to sit clearly on the body but still extend towards door readers or check-in points.
For branded identification, explore custom retractable lanyards, company lanyards and badge holders or branded lanyards. For urgent or colour-coded use, plain coloured lanyards can also be paired with reels and holders.
Printed ID cards, visitor passes and event use
Retractable reels are commonly used with custom printed ID cards, access control cards, visitor badges and staff credentials. For events, they can also be combined with printed inserts and conference badge holders.
If you are building a complete ID system, consider the full user journey: card type, holder style, attachment, wearer comfort, scanning frequency and whether branding is needed on the lanyard, reel or card.
Quotes, samples and ordering
For help choosing compatible reels, holders, wallets and lanyards, our team can advise on the most practical setup for your workplace, school, event or visitor management process.
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Specialists in custom branded lanyards and printed ID cards
With decades of experience in the branded products industry, we supply practical identification products for workplaces, schools, events, healthcare settings, charities and public sector organisations. Our core expertise is captured in our guiding principle: Specialists In Custom Branded Lanyards & Printed ID Cards.
From retractable ski reels and badge holders to printed ID cards, PVC wallets and custom branded lanyards, we can help you create an ID setup that is secure, easy to use and professional in appearance.
