Conventional buttons are fragile and deform when heat is applied.
IES button was developed to solve such problems.
"Shock resistance and heat resistance" increase the value of products, and
the zero-waste manufacturing process contributes to "realization of a decarbonized society."
Animation is for illustration purposes.
Conventional buttons are fragile and deform when heat is applied.
IES button was developed to solve such problems.
"Shock resistance and heat resistance" increase the value of products, and the zero-waste manufacturing process contributes to "realization of a decarbonized society."
SOLUTIONS
Zero waste
Resistant to breakage
Resistant to heat
PROBLEMS
50% of raw materials
are discarded
Easy to break
Sensitive to heat
SOLUTIONS
Zero waste
Resistant to breakage
Resistant to heat
PROBLEMS
50% of raw materials
are discarded
Easy to break
Sensitive to heat
Conventional polyester button
manufacturing method
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Heat resistance |
Chemical resistance |
Shock resistance |
Wear resistance |
Light weight |
Suitable for mass production |
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Thermosetting resin |
Polyester |
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Thermoplastic resin |
Conventional nylon |
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Thermoplastic resin |
Heat resistant nylon |
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Because nylon buttons are thermoplastic, they are recyclable. However, conventional buttons had the problem of being prone to cracking and deformation. To solve this problem, we succeeded in developing a heat-resistant nylon (IES button) with excellent heat resistance and shock resistance.
Fully automated 24 hour manufacturing
Raw materials that would otherwise be discarded in conventional manufacturing methods can be recycled immediately because IES button uses thermoplastic resin as its raw material. By using raw materials without waste, it leads to a reduction of the environmental load.
When manufacturing buttons, we reuse the discharged runners and defective products after inspection, making 100% effective use of resources.
Each sales company collects the product, and we have built a system to pulverize the buttons on the production line and manufacture the buttons again.
It is possible to calculate the amount of CO₂ reduction when switching to IES button from the amount of CO₂ emitted when incinerating unsaturated polyester waste material.
POINT
Conventional polyester buttons can break even with the shock that can occur in daily life, which shortens life of the product. IES buttons are hard to break even when hit with a metal hammer, making them suitable for use in products that require durability.
This is hitting the conventional button and IES button with a hammer respectively.Compared to conventional polyester button, IES button demonstrates overwhelming shock resistance.
The load on the button is a concern when using a drum-type washing machine in a powerful wash mode or during drying. The shock resistance of the IES button greatly reduces the risk of breakage. You can extend the life of clothes such as pajamas and business shirts that are washed frequently.
The load on the button is a concern when using a drum-type washing machine in a powerful wash mode or during drying. The shock resistance of the IES button greatly reduces the risk of breakage. You can extend the life of clothes such as pajamas and business shirts that are washed frequently.
The load on the button is a concern when using a drum-type washing machine in a powerful wash mode or during drying. The shock resistance of the IES button greatly reduces the risk of breakage. You can extend the life of clothes such as pajamas and business shirts that are washed frequently.
POINT
Conventional buttons tend to deform when pressed or ironed directly, and have been avoided for use on dress shirts. IES buttons made from heat-resistant nylon can be ironed for 30 seconds without breaking or deforming. Recommended for use on dress shirts and business shirts.
This is the state after heating a conventional polyester button and an IES button with an iron for 20 seconds. As you can see, the IES button never transforms.
POINT
Because it is lighter than conventional materials while maintaining strength, it is suitable for use in products that require weight reduction. Furthermore, by reducing the weight by changing materials, we can reduce transportation costs and CO2 during transportation.
※Percentages are approximate values
POINT
In the past, sharp buttonhole burrs were the cause of thread breakage. IES button has succeeded in eliminating corners of the buttonhole by injection molding manufacturing method. Realized a structure that reduces thread breakage.
POINT
We have acquired [Class I] certification for infants, which is the strictest standard of Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, an international safety standard. It can provide proof that it does not contain harmful substances at levels that pose a danger to humans, increasing trust in transactions and consumption.
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Class Ⅰ
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Class Ⅱ
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Class Ⅲ
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Class Ⅳ
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Formaldehyde
16(mg/kg) |
Formaldehyde
75(mg/kg) |
Formaldehyde
150(mg/kg) |
Formaldehyde
300(mg/kg) |
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Infants up to 36 months, textile products that come into contact with infants
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Textile products that come into contact with the skin
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Textile products that do not come in direct contact with the skin
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Decorative furniture, accessories
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Baby clothes, pajamas, sheets, stuffed toys, etc.
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Pants, tights, T-shirts, shirts, blouses, sheets, futons, towels, etc.
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Jackets, coats, ties, outdoor goods, etc.
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Tablecloths, curtains, carpets, cushions, upholstery fabrics, wallpapers, etc.
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Reference source:“OEKO-TEX®” Japan official website
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POM
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Heat resistant nylon
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Polyester
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Heat resistance
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160~170℃
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240~260℃
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160~170℃
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Chemical resistance
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Grade 5◎
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Grade 5〇
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Grade 5〇
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Dry cleaning resistance
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Commercial perc
drycleanable |
Commercial perc
drycleanable |
Commercial perc
drycleanable |
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Color fastness to light
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More than grade 4
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More than grade 4
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More than grade 4
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Destruction strength
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More than 50kg〇
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More than 50kg◎
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Country of origin
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Japan, everything recycled
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Daily production volume
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1.4 million pcs
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