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WINCH fasteners – unique and versatile combination of magnetic fastening and laces

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Intro-Text

The WINCH is an innovative fastening system that combines precise adjustability with intuitive handling, not only for footwear but also for many other use cases. By combining magnetic guidance with a finely adjustable dial mechanism, the fastener enables quick tightening, secure locking and easy release with minimal effort.

The magnetic components automatically guide the parts into the correct position, while the fit can be adjusted quickly and precisely via the WINCH dial – even with one hand. This ensures a reliable hold, high wearing comfort and a clean, integrated design that opens up new possibilities for brands in product development.

The handle can be detached from the base

It unwinds when opened

Pretension can be applied before winding up

Laces of different types and sizes can be used

Laces tighten when turning the handle of the closed fastener

Customization is possible

Fastening, tightening, winding – WINCH

The innovative WINCH fastener is a unique combination of magnetic fastening, tightening and adjusting. In the handle, laces are wound up around a spool. The handle can be pulled off completely, allowing quick and automatic unwinding. It also enables users to apply pretension to the laces with the opened fastener.

Moreover, a single WINCH can be connected to multiple laces. The exact number depends on the thickness of the laces and the WINCH handle type. This creates countless possibilities for applying WINCH fasteners on products, ranging from footwear to outdoor or even medical applications!

Product overview

WINCH handles

Since the WINCH is ideal for such a large variety of products, our designers developed three different handles to suit the look and conditions of diverse application areas:

The WINCH momentum is the “classic” version, featuring a clean design with great grip that especially suits applications for sports and outdoors.

The WINCH elegance features a smooth-edged and soft-touch surface. Additionally, a pull tab facilitates quick removal of the handle.

The WINCH compact is the smallest handle in the WINCH family. It is the ideal choice for designs that call for a compact but elegant handle.

WINCH application areas – countless possibilities

Due to the combination of tightening and fastening, WINCH fasteners create unique possibilities for products from many industries. Additionally, we combined the FIDLOCK concept with the highest adjustability for high ease of use in many situations, such as fastening tieless sneakers! The following examples are only a few but should give you a good insight into the many possible WINCH applications:

Customizing your WINCH

All handles of the WINCH portfolio can be adapted to the design of your product. Choose custom colors, add your individual logo, and select left- or right-turning versions to perfectly fit your application.
For detailed information, please contact info@fidlock.com.

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Easy Fitting

We keep things as simple as possible when it comes to assembly for your production. Instructions are available to ensure correct installation according to the turning direction of the handle.

For a simple and fast integration into the product, the fastener bases can easily be sewn in. The WINCH clip-in base features a separate magnetic core that can be inserted afterwards, further simplifying various production processes.

Find the assembly guide here.

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