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Int. Studio 2: Catalyst Research (Zipper) Kianna, Jacqueline and Prao

Process:

First Zipper Ever Made:

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Inventor:

-Whitcomb L. Judson and Gideon Sunback in 1815.

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Types of zippers:

Reverse coil zippers, Invisible zippers, Coil zippers, Metal zippers, Plastic-molded zippers, Open-ended zippers, Two way open-ended zippers, Two way closed-ended zippers, Magnetic zippers

Zippers:

-Today: Depending on the brand and material, zippers tend to be less expensive to product consumers due to the job labor and vast amount there are. It is easier for product owners to have there workers make zippers on their products rather than hand sew the buttons and snap ons. It also provides more jobs for people, but there is a problem with that. Child labor. Some companies such as zara, gaP, h&M, Nike, etc. Basically any company that involves fast fashion.