Established in 1936 in New York City, it is the second largest zipper manufacturer in the world with factories and offices in over 20 countries worldwide. IDEAL manufacturers zippers for numerous applications such as apparel, automotive seating, furniture, home furnishings, luggage/backpacks, military, uniforms, work-wear, and specialty. Our client list includes virtually every known apparel brand/retailer in the USA and Europe, the world’s premiere luggage manufacturers, NASA, the US Armed Forces, and numerous Fortune 500 and international manufacturers across a range of industries.