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YKK Corporation announced that it has developed a “magnet fastener” that utilizes the magnetic force of the magnet.

Magnet fasteners are open fasteners that can be easily closed by the magnetic force of magnets attached to the openers.

Conventional fasteners require a combination of left and right opening devices when closing, but the magnet fasteners can be magnetically engaged and the fasteners can be closed simply by bringing the left and right opening devices closer together.

“Closing the fasteners without looking at the hands” and “closing the fasteners with one hand” are easier to operate, and they are expected to be used in a wide range of fields, such as speedy wearing in sporting scenes and application to kitchen wear.

It is also designed so that it can be easily stopped in the hands of people who have formerly avoided using fasteners, such as those who are elderly or handicapped, who have difficulty opening and closing the fasteners.

The company intends to continue to develop and provide fastening products that create new values that will provide an opportunity for everyone to enjoy a wide range of fashions and are easy to use.

Original Text: https://ampmedia.jp/2020/02/19/ykk-2/