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World's largest zipper maker YKK shows off self-fastening zippers powered by motors and remote controls Motorized zippers can reach difficult heights, ideal for industrial and commercial use
Japanese manufacturer YKK recently announced successful testing results for a prototype automatic zipper. The company suggests that it could help people fasten objects in difficult-to-reach areas.
One video shows the zipper fastening two pieces of cloth together, moving upward to a height of 5 meters (around 15 feet) – otherwise unreachable without a ladder or scaffolding. Furthermore, the company likely positioned the product toward industrial settings first because a consumer-facing version would require additional safety measures. Another clip from last year demonstrates a magnetic zipper with two halves that clasp together but can be easily pulled open when partially or fully zipped.
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