Most zippers are just there, on jeans & coats, whatever. But they weren't always seen so innocently. When zippers first appeared, some people thought they were too suggestive. Here's the story of how ...

New products from zipper manufacturer YKK include a number of sustainable trims that are aimed at reducing carbon emissions, toxic chemicals and water use. Its latest collection features the Natulon ...

Econyl nylon, manufactured by Aquafil SpA and supplied in collaboration with Itochu Corp, is made entirely from nylon waste collected all around the world, such as industrial plastic, fabric scraps, ...