The Flip Side

Nametag technology has come a long way since the early days of the standard pin backing. There are now several ways to proudly display your custom name tag – the difficult part is deciding which one is right for you!

One of the most popular options is the Magnetic Name Tag*. This innovative design comprises two separate pieces: one is a magnet that comes attached to your nametag, whereas the other is a steel backing bar that goes behind your clothing. The result? No pin holes, and an attraction strong enough to hold through everything from suit coats to sweaters. Your magnetic name tag will stay exactly the way it’s intended, without turning sideways or backward.

Hot on the heels of the magnetic name tag is the lanyard. The lanyard, which consists of a length of string or fabric that attaches to your nametag, is ideal for large name tags or photo id’s. It comes in a variety of colors and can also be custom-imprinted with your company’s logo or slogan, giving the entire ensemble a unique, highly stylized appeal.

For a more economical alternative, consider the bulldog clip, which attaches to the back of the nametag with an adhesive. Boasting a firm grip and a swivel back, this sturdy solution allows you to display your custom nametag in a tried-and-true fashion. For added flexibility, you can also add a short strap. The bulldog clip is particularly ideal for more casual situations in which a sports jacket or other outerwear may be worn.

Many name tag wearers, however, remain faithful to the good old pin backing. This high-quality jeweler’s clip is reliable and cost-effective, and it does a great job of holding your name tag in place. The pin backing itself is attached to the back of the nametag with an adhesive; the stick pin goes through your clothing and then into a clasp that holds the pin in place. Pin backed name tags are often used in clinics and industrial settings, and are especially ideal if there’s a chance that the name tag may be impacted by outside forces.

If all of these options seem daunting, don’t worry! We’re here to help you parse through your choices and come up with the best name tag – and backing – to serve your purposes. Just give us a call.

And join us next post when we’ll be talking about why you should consider buying employee name tags. Until then, remember that…

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* Those with pacemakers should not wear a magnetic name tag.