Ideal Fastener Corp.

United States

DEPENDABLE. DURABLE. STRONG.As suppliers to the U.S. Armed Forces, Canadian Armed Forces, NATO troops, and NASA, IDEALs innovative zippers perform under the most rigorous conditions. We feature a diverse selection of specialized zippers and pulls that meet demanding government contract and protective clothing specifications. Technologically advanced options include durable zippers that are resistant to heat, water, and corrosion. Additionally, IDEALs experts are well-equipped to customize zippers to tackle a variety of application-specific stress factors. CHALLENGE-READY OPTIONSNomex Zippers for fire and chemical retardant applicationsMeet and exceed NFPA standards for protective clothingequipment including firefighting, emergency services, and uniformsDuPont Delrin Injected Molded ZippersMeet and exceed all US Coast Guard Standards for personal floatation devicesQuick Release Breakaway Zippers specially designed for the military during WWII for firefighter and chemical suitsHydropel Zippers offer superior water repellency for outerwear, sleeping bags, and tentsFlexible, 100% breathable, and anti-wicking to assure no moisture transfer in either direction

WATER RESISTANT ZIPPERSWATER RESISTANT ZIPPERSHydropel is the revolutionary new zipper backed by 70 years of the IDEAL Fastener Corporations expertise. It encompasses superior water repellency that is available in over 600 colors. Super flexible, 100% breathable, and anti-wicking to assure no moisture transfer in either direction, Hydropel is the choice for all performance wear. Now available in matte and high gloss finishes.

INNOVATIVE. RUGGED. RELIABLE.Strong, durable zippers are essential for industrial workwear. IDEAL offers a variety of technically advanced zippers designedengineered specifically for the rigourous demands of our workwear customers. Meeting the needs of major work wear brands and emergency gear manufacturers for decades, we have developed a diverse selection of specialized zippers and pulls, and are well-equipped to customize a zipper to any application. Whether the requirement is durability to industrial laundering, resistance to heat, water, corrosion or a host of other demands, IDEAL has the answer. HIGH PERFOMANCE OPTIONS IDEAL Nomex zippers for fire and chemical retardant applicationsMeetExceed NFPA standards for protective clothingequipment including firefighting, emergency services and work uniformsAvailable in #4.5, #5, #10 brass and #5, #10 DuPont Delrin injected molded zippers (which meet and exceed all US Coast Guard Standards for personal floatation devices)Quick Release Breakaway zippers for firefighter and chemical suits KEY CONSIDERATIONSWork EnvironmentFabric Weight

FASHION ZIPPERSSMART. STYLISH. ON-TRENDIts all in the details and at IDEAL we make the details shine, shimmer, and chic with our fashionable and functional zippers. Keeping up to date with the latest zipper trends, we can meet your needs with an array of design-enhancing zippers, from understated options to statement-making looks. Our fashion-forward tapes, pulls, and finishes are runway ready to zip up your seasonal styles. ZIPPER TRENDSSatin, Lurex, and marble tapesHigh polish metallic finishingContrast zipper pulls

AUTOMOTIVE ZIPPERSDURABLE. DEPENDABLE. STRONG.Developing durable zippers geared for rigorous every day use is what IDEAL does best. Our zippers go into a variety of items found in the home and on the road. Providing premier luggage manufacturers with quality zippers worthy of their wares lifetime guarantees - with superior results that leave our competitors behind in the Weisenbeck Abrasion Test* - we feature a selection of patented zippers that resist thread abrasion and combat zipper pull breaks. Equally high-performing IDEAL zippers are used by leading automobile seating and upholstered furniture manufacturers alike. FURNITURE ZIPPERSSpecial products designed for use in upholstered furniture and cushions, pillow covers, and mattress covers AUTOMOBILE ZIPPERSDetroit-based dedicated automotive sales team LUGGAGE ZIPPERSPatented TAC Thermally Fused Abrasion Resistant #8 chain with lifelong abrasion resistance guaranteePatented OMEGA sliders with replaceable pull tab systemPatent MAKO sliders with replaceable pull tab system (*Note: IDEALs patented TAC withstands thousands of passes in Weisenbeck Testing with no abrasion whatsoever while competitors zippers experience abrasion at just 20 passes.)

VINTAGE ZIPPERSORIGINAL. HISTORICAL. TRUE TO DETAIL.Manufacturing zippers since the 1930s, not only can IDEAL recreate vintage zippers but we actually created them from the start! Responsible for a majority of zippers considered vintage today, we can meet your design needs with truly vintage zippers as well as vintage-inspired ones. Utilizing the original designs and molds we used back in the 30s, 40s and 50s, enables us to manufacture authentic vintage zippers, right down to the stamped slider, pull, and pin and box separating components. AUTHENTIC VINTAGEBrass Alloy Stamped SlidersBrass Alloy Stamped Separating Components (Pin & Box)Cotton Tape VINTAGE - INSPIREDZinc Alloy Die Cast sliderpull with vintage inspired designsSSY Tape: 100% polyester tape but has the look and feel of cotton

DENIM ZIPPERS - METAL ZIPPERS FOR JEANSSTRONG. DURABLE. HISTORICAL.Manufacturing metal zippers since 1936 and supplying early jeans makers with zippers as they crafted what was to become an icon of American Style, IDEAL continues to supply the worlds leading jeans brands. While styles and washes change, a durable zipper remains essential and we provide a variety of jeans-appropriate zipper and pull options for dependable wear and savvy branding. DENIM Smooth metal zippers for style and strength withstand the demands of active lifestylesAppropriate zippers for varied denim weightsCustom zipper pull options to enhance brand image and recognition DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS:Recommended: #4.5 metal zipper for up to 13 ounce denim; #4.9 or #5 metal zipper for 14 ounce denim & aboveFor enzymestone washed garments, zippers should be tested for after wash appearance (Note: Certain finishes have a tendency to change after enzymechemical washes)Use a solid brass Semi lock sliderFIELD EQUIPMENTTo facilitate production by jeanspant manufacturers, IDEAL leases fully automatic and semi-automatic zipper assembly machines Bottom Stop with Slider JigSemi-automatic machine with electric drive for bottom stop attachment to metal or poly-coil zippers with slider jig (holder) for manually attaching sliderSlider Position with Bottom StopSemi-automatic machine with electric and pneumatic drive for slider and bottom stop attachment to metal zippersGapping Cut-Apart MachineSemi-automatic machine for gapping and cutting of metal zippers (continuous chain) with sewed flyConveyor Sew Serge: Semi-automatic sewing machine which sews continuous metal zipper chain to fliesTop Stop Machine Semi-automatic machine with electric drive for top stop attachment to metal zippers

ZIPPERS FOR CHILDRENTESTED. SAFE. COMPLIANT. Long dedicated to safety even before regulatory requirements were set in place, IDEAL provides childrens wear companies with fully compliant products adhering to todays safety guidelines. All seven of our plants feature in-house test labs to assure our childrens zippers meet all U.S. and European product safety standards. The safety of our childrens line is equally matched by our variety of creative, fashionable zipper pulls so your designs always maintain their uniqueness and integrity. SAFETYIn-house test labs at all plantsCPSIA compliant*Large selection of zippers & sliders that meetexceed ASTM F963 torque requirementsPlastic U Type Top Stops and Welded Bottom Stops available on coil zippers SELECTIONLarge selection of CPSIA compliant childrens zippersFashion-forward zipper pull options in an array of sizes and finishesColors and custom tapes for every childrens application

CUSTOM ZIPPERSOur expertise in customization is unmatchedfrom custom color matching, to unique sliders and pulls, we can create nearly any zipper our customers need. Not only can we design and build whatever you needwe do it quickly. Our standard development time for new molds and special custom tapes is only 3-4 weeks. Custom lab dips are even shorter at 7-10 days. We offer a huge variety of finishes including nickel-free and Nisnek, non ferrous finishes. No idea is too difficult for our team of innovative engineersif you need it we can build it.

SUSTAINABLE ZIPPERSIntroducing IDEAL Earth, a new collection from IDEAL Fastener Corporation, a line of sustainable zippers for today's eco-conscious manufacturers. Bringing equal commitment to conservation and your style needs. IDEAL EARTHIDEAL's line of sustainable zippers for today's eco-conscious manufactuers bring equal commitment to environmetal conservation and your style needs. Currently we offer Coil, Delrin and Metal zippers to meet any design style or application needs. All are available in a wide array of colors, as well as custom dye lots.