Zipper Terminology included: CHAIN:  The continuous piece that is formed when both halves of a zipper are meshed together TEETH:  The individual elements that make up the chain MATERIAL:  Refers to the type of chain that is used in the construction of the zipper, such as metal chain, molded plastic chain or coil chain                     GAUGE:  Refers to the specific size of the elements STYLE:   Refers to the […]

Zipper length. How to determine proper zipper lenght? Find out how to identify and choose the right zipper with us. Zipper are always measured from “component to component” (end stops), regardless of zipper style. The illustrations below will assist you in determining the proper method for arriving at the desired zipper length.   CLOSED END(TROUSER TYPE) OPEN END(JACKET TYPE)   TU-WAY OPEN END(JACKET TYPE) BAG TYPE COVERALL How […]