Everybody knows the traditional hook and loop fastening. What is less known is that, in the place of a loop element, a softer and thinner material can be used: the VELOUR. This product has some characteristics that make it more efficient, for several uses, than a classic loop element. Over the years we constantly expanded our … Continue reading VELOUR versus LOOP
The forces in play
Once a fastening system is closed, it’s closed. Obviously. But we are talking about fastening systems that must be opened and closed. And these systems have particular forces – hold, opening, etc. Let’s explain everything in order, otherwise it becomes complicated. You should know that to hang a painting, fix a panel to the ceiling, … Continue reading The forces in play
The fascinating world of adhesives, first episode: Acrylic Adhesives
The topic of adhesive is truly complex. All of us have experienced the frustration of attaching a self-adhesive hook and loop fastener and see it detach immediately or after a few openings. This is just the “first episode”. Others will follow which, over time, will teach you, perhaps not to fascinate you but at least give … Continue reading The fascinating world of adhesives, first episode: Acrylic Adhesives
Klettostar® Super. Super? In what way?
Yes, even the hook of a hook and loop tape can be SUPER! Indeed, if we look closely at the photo, you can immediately see something different: the hook tape is not simply black like the ones we usually know, but black and white! And so, you’ll say. And so, this is the difference: Klettostar® Super … Continue reading Klettostar® Super. Super? In what way?