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YKK's VISLON(R) No.30 is a large zipper originally developed for fishing nets, but its high strength and durability make it suitable for various applications. It boasts more than twice the lateral pull strength compared to the conventional VISLON(R) No.15, demonstrating reliable performance even in harsh environments. Additionally, we offer repair elements that can be used when the zipper elements come off, allowing for quick repairs on-site. 【Features】 - High strength: Achieves more than twice the lateral pull strength of conventional fishing net zippers (VISLON(R) No.15). - Maintenance-friendly: Repair elements are available for quick repairs on-site. - Durability: Uses resin elements that are resistant to seawater and less prone to rust even after long-term use. *For more details, please download the catalog or feel free to contact us. *VISLON is a registered trademark of YKK Corporation.

Our VISLON® zippers for fishing nets are available in types No.10 to No.30. For No.30, which can be used when the zipper element comes off, we also provide repair elements. ◆ Background for Adoption in Fixed Net Applications Fixed nets are a fishing method where nets are set up in areas where fish migrate for a certain period to catch the guided fish. The fixed nets used for salmon and trout fishing are installed about 4 to 5 km upstream from the river mouth, extending 1 km in length and 20 to 50 m in width, and these nets are also equipped with zippers. ◆ Key Points for Problem Solving (How Fastening Helped) Traditionally, the ends of fishing nets were all secured with ropes, requiring the ropes to be removed and tied again during the catch, which posed a challenge for efficient harvesting methods. By instead installing VISLON® zippers for fishing nets, approximately 10 to 20 m in length, we were able to improve work efficiency and enhance the safety of the workers. *For product details, please refer to the catalog available for download below as "PDF Download." *VISLON is a registered trademark of YKK Corporation.

◆Background of Adoption for Aquaculture Nets For aquaculture nets, it is necessary to regularly remove accumulated leftover feed to prevent sharks from approaching. Each net requires divers to dive down, open the bottom of the net, surface, and then dive again, which has become a significant burden for the divers. ◆Key Points of Problem Solving (How Fastening Helped) The VISLON(R) fastener for fishing nets facilitates the opening and closing of the bottom of the net, reducing the workload and eliminating the need for workers to surface for each net. This has resulted in a reduction in both time and workload. *For product details, please refer to the catalog available for download below.*

Our VISLON® zippers for fishing nets are available in types No.10 to No.30. The lateral pull strength of VISLON® No.30 is more than twice that of No.15. We also provide repair elements that can be used when the zipper elements of No.30 come off. ◆ Background for Adoption in Large Aquaculture Nets In the case of large aquaculture cages, the diameter can be around 50 meters, but the transportation and installation at the site have been challenging. ◆ Key Points for Solving Issues (How Fastening Helped) By combining zippers with aquaculture nets, we achieved a specification that allows for the division of large nets. This enables the divided nets to be transported and connected on-site, significantly reducing the workload. * For product details, please refer to the catalog available for download below. * VISLON is a registered trademark of YKK Corporation.