Gleicher Manufacturing has been converting and supplying VELCRO® brand hook-and-loop fasteners to automotive and aerospace OEMs since the 50's. These demanding applications typically require unique performance demands at an affordable price. At Gleicher Manufacturing, we have addressed these challenges with great success by providing solutions that improve productivity, enhance appearance, reduce weight and cut cost. As an alternative to mechanical fasteners and adhesives, our custom cut fastening solutions offer many advantages:
- Reliable holding power
- Tough and durable
- Won't rust or corrode
- Eliminates assembly steps
- Reduces scrap
- Labor-saving
- Fewer squeaks and rattles
- Easier parts consolidation
- Great design flexibility
Products
- Electrical Systems
Automotive engineers estimate that some 60 percent of all warranty returns involve electrical system problems. With electrical/electronic distribution systems (EEDS) handling more vehicle functions (and more complex functions) all the time, they need more protection than ever.
- Floor Covering
VELCRO® hook-and-loop is the ideal fastening system for carpeted space, where fibers provide so many gripping points for our molded hooks. We can supply a wide variety of standard and made-to-application items to help secure carpets and mats in vehicle interiors, trunks and cargo areas.
- Headliners
Headliners can be fastened easily and quickly with VELCRO® brand touch fasteners and foam laminates. These cost-effective, out-of-sight fasteners cut assembly time, fill the space between headliner and roof, and help muffle noise from squeaks, rattles and vibration.
- Module Assembly
With so many automotive assemblies being supplied as modules these days, the versatility of VELCRO® fasteners is more important than ever. They shorten production time by simplifying the assembly of everything from door panels to bumper energy absorbers, and we can provide them in all sorts of shapes and sizes (including custom).
- Protective Components
Protecting painted or delicate components is crucial to meeting today's high quality standards. Versatile touch fasteners make this easier and help reduce scrap. Reusable covers that open and close with hook-and-loop are custom-fabricated to wrap around everything from wiring harnesses to instrument panels.
- Seating
Seat assembly with VELCRO® fasteners is more cost-effective than with ring-and-wire or adhesives. They also reduce scrap and rework, while giving you more design flexibility. That's why hook-and-loop is so widely used to secure seat trim covers and, increasingly, for armrests and headrests, too.
- Storage Systems
The emphasis on convenience and safety has increased the demands on design engineers to use interior space more efficiently. VELCRO® brand touch fasteners provide cost-effective solutions in trunks and vehicle interiors.