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YKK Develops Concept EXCELLA® Zipper Tape Using Nonwoven Fabric Partially Derived from Used Clothing

YKK Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Koichi Matsushima; hereafter, “YKK”), has developed a concept version of its premium EXCELLA® zipper series made from nonwoven fabric sheets created by fiberizing used clothing and other textile materials. Based on a proposal by fashion designer Yuima Nakazato, this item was created as...

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YKK Launches “YZiP® Light” Aluminum Alloy Zipper for Cotton Pants

YKK Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Koichi Matsushima; hereafter, YKK) has launched YZiP® Light, a lightweight aluminum alloy zipper for cotton pants, with sales beginning in late March. The introduction of YZiP® Light expands YKK’s zipper portfolio—led by the flagship YZiP® copper alloy zipper—providing customers with...

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YKK highlights commitment to sustainable manufacturing and products

YKK, one of the world’s largest zipper and fasteners manufacturer, is pushing forward with its sustainable journey by putting into practice new manufacturing processes and techniques with a focus on minimising its environmental footprint. João Matias, sustainability specialist at YKK, explains: “It’s not just enough to make a high quality...

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YKK tackles pandemic with ‘Cycle of Goodness' philosophy

YKK, a global leader in the manufacture of zippers and other fastening products, has been working hard alongside its communities across the EMEA region to help stop the spread of Covid-19 by helping to supply components to produce various items of personal protective equipment. The global organisation has been utilising the ‘Cycle of Goodness’...