Pin Fastening Name Badges

Pin fastening name badges are personalised identification badges that attach to clothing with a sturdy metal pin, giving staff, volunteers and event teams a smart, professional way to show who they are at a glance. They are printed to order with each person's name and role, made in Hull in full colour, and priced so that a small team or a large one can order exactly the quantity they need without paying for a big minimum run.

What are pin fastening name badges?

A pin fastening name badge is a flat, rigid badge, usually rectangular or with rounded corners, carrying a name, job title, company logo or a simple design, with a metal pin fixed to the back so it can be pushed straight through fabric and secured with a butterfly clutch. Unlike a magnetic badge, a pin badge does not rely on the fabric being thin enough for a magnet to hold, which makes it a reliable choice for thicker uniforms, jackets, aprons and lanyard alternatives where a firm, permanent-feeling fixing matters.

They suit shops, salons, restaurants, care homes, schools, offices, trade events and any workplace where customers or visitors benefit from knowing a staff member's name and role on sight. Because each badge is made to order, you can mix names, titles and even departments within the same order without any extra cost or complication.

How they are made

Each badge starts as a rigid backing plate, printed edge to edge in full colour using digital print technology, then sealed with a hard, protective coating to resist scuffing, light knocks and everyday handling. The image, whether that is your logo, a colour block, or a simple text layout, is printed rather than engraved, so gradients, brand colours and multiple names on one design all come out sharp and consistent from badge to badge.

On the reverse, a locking pin bar is fixed securely to the badge body and paired with a clutch back, so the badge clips on quickly and stays in place through a full shift. Before anything goes into production we send a free digital proof showing the exact layout, colours and text, so you can check spelling, job titles and positioning and request changes before printing starts.

Best uses

Pin fastening name badges work well anywhere a name needs to be visible and the badge needs to stay put on the garment.

• Retail and hospitality staff badges showing first name and role
• Care home and healthcare team identification badges
• Salon, spa and beauty staff name badges
• Conference, exhibition and event staff and volunteer badges
• School staff, reception and visitor identification
• Trade counter, warehouse and site staff badges where uniforms are heavier fabric

Sizes, shapes and options

Every order is made to order, so you choose the badge size, shape and the wording or design for each individual badge, whether that is one name or a full staff list. Unit price falls as the quantity goes up, so ordering badges for a whole team works out cheaper per badge than ordering one at a time, and minimum order quantities are kept low so a business with just two or three staff can still order economically.

Why choose Rand Markings

• Made in Hull. Every badge is produced in our UK workshop, so you are dealing directly with the people making your order, not a reseller.
• Full-colour printing. Logos, brand colours and multiple names print cleanly, with no limit to a single ink colour.
• Free digital proof. You see the exact badge layout before we print, so names, titles and spelling are confirmed in advance.
• Bulk pricing. The more badges you order in one go, the lower the price per badge, which suits growing teams and seasonal hiring.
• Durable finish. The protective coating keeps badges looking sharp through daily wear, washing splashes and regular handling.
• Fast turnaround and free delivery. Badges are usually ready 5 to 7 working days after you approve the proof, with free UK delivery on orders over £99, and if you also need custom keyrings or other branded items we can quote those alongside your badge order.