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What is AiryString®

The AiryString® tapeless zipper is sewn directly onto fabric using a special machine. Removing the zipper tapes reduces weight and adds flexibility, enabling more design options.

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Features of AiryString®

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Improve design
The lack of exposed tape creates a sense of unity with the fabric.

Light weight
Eliminating the tape section contributes to weight reduction.
(compared to VISLON® No. 5 zippers)

Softness
This achieves a soft texture for the front part of the garment.

Low friction
Easy operability*.(compared to VISLON® No. 5)
*Results from tests on 7 different fabrics

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HOW IT WORKS
AiryString® tapeless zipper sewing machine informations. Find the new possibilities of zipper sewing.

AiryString® Tapeless Zipper Sewing Machine

Based on the semi-dry head digital zigzag stich sewing system, YKK has developed an innovative sewing method that perfectly fits the shape of zigzag stitches and the spacing of zipper elements. Equipped with a new mechanism that synchronizes the zipper elements with the fabric and feeds them reliably, this sewing machine is specially designed to sew tapeless zippers directly onto fabric.

Specialized sewing machine

Specialized sewing machine

This specialized sewing machine is manufactured by JUKI and leased by YKK to companies sewing products with AiryString® zippers. JUKI and YKK will continue to work together to create even greater synergy and contribute to the garment industry.

Product Stories of AiryString® Zipper
Introducing customer views and the development story of AiryString®

Revolutionizing Sportswear Design

Revolutionizing Sportswear Design

One of the first companies to adopt the AiryString® zipper, a revolutionary tapeless zipper, was the sporting goods manufacturer DESCENTE JAPAN LTD. (“Descente”).

Bringing Innovation to Design and Productivity

Bringing Innovation to Design and Productivity

Typical zippers consist of three elements: an element that zips the sides together, a slider, and tape. The AiryString® zipper, however, is a revolutionary zipper with no tape.

AiryString® × BFGU

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AiryString® × The North Face®
Summit Series Advanced Mountain Kit

The North Face athlete Anna Pfaff explains how the Advanced Mountain Kit with the AiryString® zipper allows her to focus on the climb.

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If you’d like to learn more about AiryString®, check out the product catalog here.

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If you have any questions regarding the details of AiryString®, please do not hesitate to contact us here.