At first glance the very idea of a zipper that unzips and zips up by itself seems somewhat ridiculous. After all, these contraptions are mostly used on pieces of clothing and gear where handling a ...

For this #FascinatingFriday, we're asking you to XYZ -- examine your zipper. Stop reading and take a closer look at your zipper. Chances are it says “YKK” on the pull tab. Ever wonder why?YKK stands ...

YKK Corporation announced this week it will begin transition from conventional aluminum alloy zippers to eco-friendly zippers which use low-carbon aluminum. The Japanese fastener company entered into ...

The world’s largest manufacturer of zippers for clothing the Japanese company YKK is developing a self-propelled zipper with a built-in motor and gear mechanism. It is noted that it will be possible ...