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Feb 02

Technology and Apparel Leaders Develop Unique, Smart Clothing and Wearables for the Future

By YKK Apparel, Blog, FAQ No Comments

YKK always tries to stay one step ahead of our competition by developing unique new fasteners to meet the changing needs of our customers. As a zipper manufacturer that provides fastening products for the apparel industry, we found these examples of apparel and technology leaders who have created cutting edge,…

Jan 29

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Smart diapers could be a game changer in hygiene industry

By YKK Blog, Hygiene No Comments

As a manufacturer of a micro disposable hook fastener for baby and adult incontinence diapers, YKK is concerned with providing a hook fastener that is gentle to the skin. A common problem that parents and caretakers in nursing homes have is knowing when a diaper needs to be changed. If…

Jan 19

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Apparel industry leaders take steps to be more sustainable and socially ethical

By YKK Apparel, Blog, Sustainability No Comments

At YKK our environmental pledge encourages us to “preserve the abundantly endowed global environment and to transfer it to the next generation in sound condition.” Likewise, many apparel manufacturers are concerned with lessening their environmental impact so clothing does not end up in landfills where they can cause harm to…

Jan 11

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Automotive engineers innovate seating to meet consumer needs

By YKK Blog, Transportation No Comments

The seats in an automobile play an important role in the overall customer satisfaction. That is why automotive engineers must keep up with customer demands by adding new features and materials to improve the look, feel and functionality of seating. As a manufacturer of fastening products, YKK is actively developing…

Jan 04

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How to properly maintain the zipper on your drysuit

By YKK Blog, FAQ, Sports & Outdoors, Zipper No Comments

If you are a cold-water diver, you know that a drysuit is essential to keeping you warm and dry under water. However, a drysuit is a significant investment that can cost $1,000 and up. If you do not properly maintain your drysuit, you will have to periodically service it, and…

Dec 13

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YKK’s Fundamental Behaviors set standards for the company in providing quality products and in being a good corporate citizen

By YKK About Us, Blog No Comments

Like many companies today, YKK has a philosophy, management principle and a set of Core Values which our employees look to in performing their jobs and in providing the best quality products and services. Our philosophy, called the CYCLE OF GOODNESS™, was developed by our founder, Tadao Yoshida, and…

Nov 30

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YKK provides relief to the victims of Hurricane Maria and the Central Mexico Earthquake

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YKK AP America employees package donations to send to Puerto Rico Like many companies today, YKK is concerned with helping people who have been affected by recent natural disasters such as Hurricane Maria which plowed through Puerto Rico on September 20, 2017, and the earthquake which struck central Mexico on…

Nov 20

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YKK releases a fantastical, heart-warming Christmas video about automatic zippers

By YKK Blog, Zipper No Comments

YKK Corporation has just released a short video entitled, “AUTO CAMPING” as part of its efforts to promote its corporate brand and its zippers. Directed by Naoya Yamaguchi, this video, which was released on November 6, 2017, tells the story of a family, who as Christmas approaches, visits a slightly…

Nov 13

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YKK conducts conservation activities to preserve Kurobe, Japan’s natural groundwater

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YKK Corporation has just released a new video entitled “The Relationship Between the Groundwater of Kurobe and YKK,” which is about conservation activities conducted by YKK to preserve Kurobe, Japan’s natural groundwater. Kurobe City, Toyama Prefecture is the technological hub and main manufacturing and development center for YKK, and it…

Nov 07

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How to choose the correct zipper for your handbag

By YKK Apparel, Blog, FAQ, Zipper No Comments

When you say “handbag” there can be many different interpretations, including backpack, baguette, handbag, cross body bag, tote bag, clutch bag and bucket bag, and in some instances, handbags are referred to as a purse or shoulder bag. The history of bags and purses goes back to the…