Next time you zip up, or zip down, check out your zipper. There’s a good chance it’ll say YKK. But, what is YKK? I head to South Gate, California, to find out. At Koos Manufacturing in South Gate, ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. If you've ever taken a close look at the zippers on your clothes, you've probably noticed the letters ...

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 ...

Margaret Mimbs was 26 years old when she began working at the YKK zipper plant in Macon. It was less than a month after the company and the community celebrated the grand opening of the $15 million ...

YKK's Natulon® zipper series, made with recycled materials, now accounts for over 50% of global zipper sales, reflecting ...

Being sustainable in fashion means streamlining every last detail of the design process — even the humble zipper. That’s why 3-D apparel solution firm Browzwear and ubiquitous Japanese zipper company ...

Look carefully at almost any piece of clothing with a zip attached to it and there's a good chance you'll see three subtly stamped letters: YKK. After years of wondering why so much of my clothing was ...

Global trims supplier YKK is furthering its commitment to sustainability and performance with a new partnership that brings waterproof technology to zippers. The company announced a licensing ...

YKK’s tent-sized prototype can zip itself up at the push of a button. YKK’s tent-sized prototype can zip itself up at the push of a button. is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the ...