LYNX™ XOLOKTM FASTENING TECHNOLOGIES securely attach two portions in a flush face-to-face assembly with no additive thickness.
XOLOK™Strap
XOLOK™Prototype
XOLOK™Flexible Strap
HOW IT WORKS:
XOLOKTM systems comprise
hermaphroditic portions each having a perforated structural matrix with
low profile protrusions at its intersections partially extending over
adjacent windows. At least one portion is flexible enough to allow its
protrusions to be compressed into the windows of the other portion, so
that when assembled the surfaces of each portion interface one another
and the protrusions are entrapped within corresponding windows.
Therefore, the overall thickness of the assembly is typically no
greater than the thickness of the individual portions. The assembly is
highly resistant to both shear and tensile forces but may be readily
peeled apart. The protrusions are designed to enhance self-alignment
of the parts and allow for flexure of the assembled parts.
Single or double-sidedsystems may be utilized
for straps, wraps, bindings, and for attaching rigid components to
flexible materials. Self-Engaging Fabrics may also be produced with
this method.
DESIGN OPTIONS:
XOLOKTM systems may be
manufactured as stand alone products or as integrally molded fastening
zones using common reciprocating molding processes; and they may be
produced in a variety of geometric designs including self-engaging
double-sided straps and wraps.
Flat Xolok Strap
Self-engaging XOLOKTM straps and surfaces are scalable and available in diverse geometric patterns.
XOLOKTM straps and wraps include many
material options. Designs can include offset arrays as illustrated here
or have diamond orquadrille patterns. The device can also be
integrated into an open weave fabric so as to provide a highly flexible
interlocking mesh useful for fashion, sports, or medical applications.
WHY USE IT?
XOLOKTM technology provides a cost-effective low-profile alternative to Velcro®-like ties, adhesives, buckles, and other products currently used to wrap, bind, or fasten. Because of its inherent flexibility, it provides an ideal envelope for non-uniform shapes and for apparel, diverse therapeutic wraps and medical applications. The technology provides a significantly thinner, more flexible, non-grabbing solution than standard Velcro®or 3M Dual-lock™ which can be manufactured at low cost. Its low-profile and unique geometric designs can greatly enhance product appearance which can add significant market value for visually significant consumer goods, and its open structure can be readily cleaned and allows thorough ventilation. Therefore, XOLOKTM systems are ideally suited for a variety of medical and non-clinical uses such as therapeutic wraps and the like.
