Unlock the Full Potential of Your Products: Partner with Halco from Concept to Launch

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing world, the key to success often lies in collaboration. When it comes to flexible reclosable fasteners, Halco stands out as a partner to North American manufacturers. As a leading manufacturer and converter of specialty hook and loop materials and fasteners, Halco offers more than just products – we provide expertise that can enhance your entire product development process.

Understanding the “O” in our new logo

You may have noticed the innovative design of the “O” in our new company logo. It means many things, but primarily it is about how we help our customers successfully design, manufacture and launch new products. So, what we’ve done is use the “O” to explain each step of the product development process and then give more detailed explanation of how we partner with our customers and our converting capabilities within that step. Learn more about each step of the process below.

Why Engage Halco Early?

You might be wondering, “When should I involve Halco in my project?” The answer is simple: as early as possible. Here’s why involving your Halco representative from the very beginning can make a world of difference:

1. Discovery Stage: Explore Possibilities

In the initial stages of product development, Halco’s extensive expertise in hook and loop fastening solutions, adhesives, and converting can open doors you didn’t even know existed. By engaging us early, you gain access to:

• Cutting-edge specialty materials
• Innovative product features
• Advanced manufacturing capabilities

Our team can help you identify opportunities that align with your project goals, potentially uncovering solutions that save time, reduce costs, or enhance product performance.

2. Design Stage: Transform Concepts into Reality

As your ideas take shape, Halco’s application engineering support becomes invaluable. Our specialized knowledge in fastener design allows us to:

• Assist with engineering drawings
• Offer a unique dye-to-match color program
• Provide custom logo imprinting

Whether you’re looking to meet specific functional requirements or achieve a particular aesthetic, Halco’s design expertise ensures your vision comes to life.

3. Prototype Stage: Accelerate Development

Prototyping is where ideas are put to the test, and Halco excels in this crucial phase. We rapidly create prototypes that integrate:

• Customer needs
• Market insights
• Sustainability goals

By leveraging our advanced manufacturing capabilities, such as laser cutting and custom adhesives, we ensure each prototype meets key specifications. This approach allows for quick iterations, speeding up your product development cycle.

4. Production Stage: Tailored Manufacturing Solutions

When it’s time to move to production, Halco’s comprehensive capabilities shine. From basic strip cutting to advanced multilayer laminates, we offer:

• Custom laminated adhesives
• Slitting and cutting services
• Long length rolls and winding services
• Stitching, welding, and parts fabrication

As a skilled fabricator of customer fastening parts and also 3M Preferred Converter for pressure sensitive adhesives, we bring industry-leading expertise to every project, ensuring your production needs are met with precision and efficiency.

5. Launch Stage: Support Beyond Manufacturing

Our partnership doesn’t end when production begins. Halco provides superior service to support your product launch, including:

• Quality assurance
• Custom packaging
• Delivery and inventory management

The Halco Advantage: Expertise at Every Stage

By involving Halco from the early stages of your product development, you’re not just getting a supplier – you’re gaining a partner invested in your success. Our team’s expertise can help you:

• Identify innovative solutions
• Optimize designs for performance and cost-effectiveness
• Accelerate your time-to-market
• Ensure consistent quality throughout production

Take the Next Step

Don’t wait until you have a finished design to reach out. Contact your Halco representative today to discover how our expertise can enhance your product development process from concept to launch. Together, we can create fastening solutions that not only meet but exceed your expectations.

Remember, at Halco, we’re not just here to provide products – we’re here to help you innovate, optimize, and succeed. Let’s start the conversation early and unlock the full potential of your next project.

We’d love to know more about a project or fastener prototype need you might have. We offer free samples for evaluation, will help with drawings and specs and can turn around a prototype often within a few days.