Innovative Loop Constructions for Medical Device Straps: A Guide for Orthopedic and Medical Manufacturers
We discuss the unique specialty double-sided loop constructions that are used in orthopedic braces and other medical devices
Medical & Personal Care
Understanding regular hook vs. molded hook. What is the difference?
When most people think of hook and loop fasteners, they usually think of sew-on nylon hook and loop materials that are made from woven or knit fibers. This filament-based hook… Continue Reading >
Halco’s wide Loop Fabrics Enhance Your Design
Halco’s wide loop and selection of hook styles allows you to design the optimal hook and loop closure system. We also laminate to foam and provide custom converting services
Halco’s Fabric Backings Improve Aesthetics
Halco’s hook and loop materials are frequently used as a closure system in various applications such as outdoor apparel and workwear, sporting goods, orthopedic products, military gear and other textile-based… Continue Reading >
Halco Stocks and Converts 3M Medical Grade Hook & Loop
Whether you’re a medical device manufacturer, a component supplier to the medical device industry or a medical converter, you know that 3M’s 7336 hook and 7337 loop have been trusted… Continue Reading >
A Look Back at 2022 And Our View Forward
We’re always looking forward, thinking of new ways that we can extend our products and services to better serve you with innovative specialty fasteners. But sometimes it’s worthwhile to take… Continue Reading >
The Exploding Growth Of Wearable Medical Devices
Wearable medical devices, also known as “wearables” are one of the highest growth areas of the medical device market, enabling continuous monitoring of patient health data. Halco is a supplier… Continue Reading >
Halco Is Now ISO 13485 Quality Certified For Medical Devices
Halco’s quality Management System Halco is committed to maintaining and continuously improving quality in our production methods and in hook and loop converting projects managed on behalf of our customers. … Continue Reading >
Addressing Critical Labor Shortages Through Die-Cutting and Converting
Much has been written about severe supply chain shortages, bottlenecks at our ports, the cost of fuel, and high inflation, but one of the most critical ongoing needs facing manufacturers… Continue Reading >
Halco donates to Ukraine for emergency medical response
The war in Ukraine is now entering its third month. The United States has sent more than $3 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since February. According to the United… Continue Reading >