Archives
-
2025
-
2024
-
2023
-
2022
-
2021
-
2020
-
2019
-
2018
-
2017
-
2016
-
2015
-
2014
-
2013
-
2012
-
2011
-
2010
-
2009
-
2008
-
2007
-
1970
-
1969

Zipper manufacturers are ever innovating
January 1st, 2025
This “toothless zipper” from TRU® Zip/Nite Ize® is a dustproof, waterproof closure made entirely of thermal plastic polyurethane. It requires minimal force and is used in applications such as wet suits, backpacks, beach accessories, phone cases, coolers, toiletry bags and first-aid kits. Image: TRU Zip/Nite Ize Image: TRU Zip/Nite Ize Manufacturers have set out to […]

Water-repellant recyclable zipper
December 18th, 2023
YKK’s new DynaPel™ water-repellant zipper is designed to be compatible with garment recycling systems. YKK’s new DynaPel™ water-repellant zipper is designed to be compatible with garment recycling systems by using GTT EMPEL® technology instead of the standard PU film to achieve its water repellency. The lack of a PU film helps remove one of the […]