Solving misalignment challenges with SERFs

Reliably attaching two surfaces that are not always parallel or predictably aligned can be a complex challenge. Thanks to their natural ability to accommodate tilting and twisting between mounting surfaces, self-engaging reclosable fasteners (SERFs) offer an excellent solution to these problems.

How Duotec^® handles misalignment

Binder’s Duotec^® product family incorporates innovative features that make SERFs highly adaptable:

1. Woven structure for flexibility
   • Each engagement element features a bend at the base, which can compress or extend.
   • This flexibility helps the fastener conform to variations in distance between the faces of two fastener tapes, ensuring a secure lock even with uneven surfaces.
2. Specialised stem profiles
   • The stems of the engagement elements are designed for enhanced flexibility.
   • This allows the fastener to compensate for twists or shifts that may misalign the tapes, maintaining a reliable lock.

Benefits for manufacturing

The combination of improved alignment tolerance for both tilt and twist delivers several advantages:

• Increased manufacturing efficiency: reduces issues caused by production variances, leading to higher ‘first-time right’ assembly rates
• Lower rework costs: minimises the need for time-consuming adjustments or corrections

Explore Duotec^® solutions

Binder’s Duotec^® fasteners are designed to handle misalignment challenges effectively, enhancing both performance and production efficiency. Contact a Binder representative to find the best solution for your application.