Artists have unlimited creativity. When they dedicate their careers to exploring one medium, they can unlock a material’s extraordinary potential. That’s precisely what Rachel Fitzpatrick is doing. For the last ten years, she’s been creating light sculptures using VELCRO® Brand fasteners. Who is Rachel Fitzpatrick? At the intersection of art and design, you‘ll find Northern […]
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As the world tries to slow the spread of COVID-19, keeping your hands clean while you’re on the go is more important than ever. Follow our quick and easy tutorial to find out how to make a DIY hand sanitizer holder for your purse, bag or backpack. This homemade hand gel holder clips easily onto […]
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Plastic ties are a simple and low-cost solution for cable installations, but when you consider factors such as time of installation and risk of damage, the long term costs can quickly negate the money saved upfront. Reusable cable ties, such as VELCRO® Brand ONE-WRAP® Tape, may have a higher price tag, but the benefits can […]
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From our beginnings to the present day, biomimicry has been the foundation of our innovations. Read on to learn how nature inspired these three VELCRO® Brand technologies. Biomimicry is a large part of our DNA. From the very first moment George de Mestral invented the hook and loop fastener, to our new and modern technologies, […]
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The CDC, OSHA and local governments have produced social distancing recommendations and requirements for manufacturing and operations workers to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The pandemic has significantly changed working conditions and businesses need to communicate with and protect their onsite workers. Among the most common ways to inform is the installation of signs that […]
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As airlines return to the skies, they’re faced with a unique challenge as they look for creative ways to fill seats and maintain revenue, while welcoming passengers back safely. Current practices, such as keeping middle seats empty, are only adding to lost revenue. And while consumers are looking to travel, they want to do it […]
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As we return to our new normal, transportation systems are implementing new measures to protect travelers. Countries are slowly beginning to move to phase two and keeping the general public safe is their top priority. Sneeze guards are an essential part of this plan. At Velcro Companies, we’re helping airlines, ridesharing services, and the rest […]
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From George de Mestral’s historic hike in the woods to today’s talented inventors at Velcro Companies, we celebrate our employees’ ingenuity. Bionic prosthetics may seem like a futuristic goal; however, with perseverance and a dash of our solutions, one employee made this dream a reality. An IT Employee by Day & A Biomedical Engineer by […]
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As consumers return to normal and commercial airlines return to the skies, air carriers worldwide are facing financial pressures. Airlines are cutting capacity to maintain proper social distancing, while flight bans are taking a large chunk of their dividends – it’s no surprise airlines are looking for ways to remain in the sky. Now more […]
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If you’ve recently taken up gardening, or want to try your hand at it, you’re in the right place! To give you helping hand, we’ve put together our top gardening tips for beginners. From making sure you have the right tools to choosing the right plants, read our essential beginners’ gardening guide before you get […]
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When working on cable installations, hook and loop cable ties give the installer a much better chance of avoiding an industry-standard violation for several reasons. Don’t risk having to re-do a job because it violated cable installation standards. Get the peace of mind you need with VELCRO® Brand ONE-WRAP® cable ties. General Cable Installation Standards […]
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Good craft room organization is essential for creativity! So if you’re feeling uninspired by your messy craft room, it’s time to fix it! Whether you have a big or small craft room, or you’re using your home office as a crafting space after hours, check out our DIY craft room organization and storage ideas for […]
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Artists often dedicate careers to exploring the limits of a certain material or medium. For the past four years, Yong Joo Kim has been doing just that: working with Velcro® Brand products from her studio in Providence, Rhode Island.
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To slow the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends wearing a face covering in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain, such as grocery stores, pharmacies, and gas stations. Watch Daisy Multifacetica’s video tutorial to find out how to make a comfortable DIY fabric face mask using VELCRO® Brand Sticky Back […]
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During this global pandemic, frontline essential medical staff are working tirelessly to keep the public safe. Although the curve is beginning to flatten, the need for clean and safe respiratory care solutions is still present in the medical device space. With this high-market demand, our medical solutions team has strengthened its commitment to our customers, […]
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