Coats, the world’s leading industrial thread and consumer textile crafts business, is launching Opti LUX Shield, the most advanced range of corrosion resistant zips.  Opti LUX Shield is being showcased at Lineapelle, the international trade fair for the leather goods sector, held in Milan, Italy, 23-25 February.

Metal zips used in leather goods, clothing and footwear are prone to oxidisation and corrosion from exposure to the moisture in air and also through contact with chemicals contained in all leather following the tanning process it goes through.  This not only detracts from the product’s appearance but can also impede the smooth running of the zip, often to the point of jamming.

Coats Opti’s Research and Development team has developed a unique and advanced formula which makes the zip’s teeth and slider resistant to corrosion caused by atmospheric exposure and leather tanning chemicals.  The propriety Shield finish protects the electroplated surface from chemicals and minimises the damage caused by regular abrasion.  Specially engineered chemical and mechanical properties also enhance the appearance and durability of the zips.  This is combined with a superior process for forming the mechanical teeth of the zip which enhances the run ability by lowering friction.

Rajiv Sharma, Global CEO, Industrial, Coats, said: ‘The unique chemical and mechanical process we have specially developed means we are able to help our customers improve the durability of their products.  We have developed an enhancement to one of our products that makes a direct and visible difference to the end product sold to the consumer.’

The range is available in a choice of shiny and matt appearance, all tape colours and three sizes.  It is ideal for use in leather garments and accessories as well as stone washed and post dyed garments.

Coats stand location at Lineapelle is Pad 22, Stand F17, F19, G18 and G20.

To find out more about Opti LUX shield go to: www.coatsindustrial.com/en/opti-lux-shield

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