"From the clothing you wear, the furniture you own, the car you drive, the luggage you carry, and the sports equipment you use, zippers are there.
"In 1960, YKK entered the United States zipper market as a small sales and assembly operation. Originating in New York's garment district, YKK (U.S.A.) Inc. is now this country's number one supplier of fasteners. In Macon, Georgia, 12 modern plants produce YKK USA zippers in 1,500 styles, in 427 standard colors, and in as many special colors as you need. Does it really take so many plants to make a zipper? Yes, if it's a YKK zipper. YKK USA's manufacturing process is vertically integrated. Starting with the Brass Wire Plant, where our own brass is produced from high grade copper and zinc, we make zipper teeth (elements) and sliders. From tiny chips, we make polyester to produce tape, coil, and thread. We also extrude and dye our own yarn. We control every step of the manufacturing process to ensure quick response, prompt delivery, and the highest possible quality at the lowest possible cost. Our R&D efforts are continuous, and our innovation is unmatched in the industry. Plus, we work in tandem with customers to develop the best manufacturing options for installing our fasteners into end-use goods.
"At YKK , we fully understand that our fasteners are not end-use items in themselves; rather, they are critical components within our customers' products.
"Where can you find genuine YKK products? Our worldwide network, with locations in 50+ countries and liaison relationships throughout the world, offers you the full capabilities of YKK sourcing solutions. A total commitment to customer service and satisfaction is supported by extensive inventories of bonafide YKK products, not counterfeits. When you need solutions, YKK is the right connection, worldwide. For more information about your YKK connection, call toll-free 1-888-YKK-INFO."
Well, there is a certain charming irony in the fact that the company responsible for making the fly on your pants has a slogan that is "Little parts. Big difference."
YKK? Well, clearly this suggests that after his illustrious career and notable appearances with Technotronic in 91, Ya Kid K opted to turn his talents to the garment fastening industry.
And who can blame him? After "Pump up the Jam" his debt to music was paid in full.
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timeasmymeasure
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Date: 2002-02-15 12:36 am (UTC)O_o
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Date: 2002-02-15 01:13 am (UTC)Are you looking at my zipper?!
;)
Joe
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Date: 2002-02-15 05:28 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2002-02-15 05:34 am (UTC)I'd find it more creepy that YKK makes zippers, velcro, and... windows.
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Date: 2002-02-15 07:14 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2002-02-15 07:58 am (UTC)"In 1960, YKK entered the United States zipper market as a small sales and assembly operation. Originating in New York's garment district, YKK (U.S.A.) Inc. is now this country's number one supplier of fasteners. In Macon, Georgia, 12 modern plants produce YKK USA zippers in 1,500 styles, in 427 standard colors, and in as many special colors as you need. Does it really take so many plants to make a zipper? Yes, if it's a YKK zipper. YKK USA's manufacturing process is vertically integrated. Starting with the Brass Wire Plant, where our own brass is produced from high grade copper and zinc, we make zipper teeth (elements) and sliders. From tiny chips, we make polyester to produce tape, coil, and thread. We also extrude and dye our own yarn. We control every step of the manufacturing process to ensure quick response, prompt delivery, and the highest possible quality at the lowest possible cost. Our R&D efforts are continuous, and our innovation is unmatched in the industry. Plus, we work in tandem with customers to develop the best manufacturing options for installing our fasteners into end-use goods.
"At YKK , we fully understand that our fasteners are not end-use items in themselves; rather, they are critical components within our customers' products.
"Where can you find genuine YKK products? Our worldwide network, with locations in 50+ countries and liaison relationships throughout the world, offers you the full capabilities of YKK sourcing solutions. A total commitment to customer service and satisfaction is supported by extensive inventories of bonafide YKK products, not counterfeits. When you need solutions, YKK is the right connection, worldwide. For more information about your YKK connection, call toll-free 1-888-YKK-INFO."
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Date: 2002-02-15 08:00 am (UTC)1) Who the hell would try to make counterfeit YKK zippers? They're zippers, for crying out loud!
2) "Come back, zinc! Come back!" Sorry, I'm reminded of that every time I hear about zinc. (:
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Date: 2002-02-15 08:10 am (UTC)Monopolies tend to try to stay monopolies, no?
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Date: 2002-02-15 07:13 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2002-02-15 07:29 am (UTC)Pure scary-ness
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Date: 2002-02-15 12:18 pm (UTC)Well, clearly this suggests that after his illustrious career and notable appearances with Technotronic in 91, Ya Kid K opted to turn his talents to the garment fastening industry.
And who can blame him? After "Pump up the Jam" his debt to music was paid in full.
MB
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Date: 2002-02-15 01:03 pm (UTC)Yup, it does....
Wanna see?