Lee K. House
What Makes up the Cost of Laser Cutting?
How much should you be paying for laser cutting?
Sourcing Automotive Tape with a Tape Converter
You might ask, “How can I choose the best automotive tape?”
How Long Will It Take to Receive My Custom Die Cut Parts?
“Assuming I did place an order, when is the soonest you could have it ready?”
3 Ways to Grow Your Supplier Relationship With Strouse
“If you wanna be my supplier, you gotta get with my precision converting process.” — Not ...
Benefits of Using a Converter for Medical Device Prototyping
You’re staring at a complex design on your computer. What’s next?
How To Prepare for Your Discovery Meeting with Strouse
You’ve eaten a hearty breakfast, sat in your comfortable office chair, and are ready to ...
Adhesives for Low Surface Energy Applications
What’s the best adhesive to use on a surface that’s challenging to stick to?
How To Scale Up Your Adhesive From Prototype to Production
It’s been a long day of sobbing over exponential graphs and pulling your hair, but you’re ...
What to Expect from Your First Order with Strouse
“Why might my lead time change between orders?”
The Cost of a Die Cut
“Hi, I’d like to order 1,000 custom die cut pieces.”
What are the Types of Low Surface Energy Substrates?
Have you ever tried sticking tape to a surface only to watch it curl off the surface ...
Am I Ready to Talk to an Adhesive Converter?
You’re cradling the perfect idea in your hands like a delicate baby bird when suddenly it ...
4 Tips To Avoid a Line Shutdown
“I’ll just expedite the order” is a dangerous assumption when sourcing custom products.
Types of 3M Waterproof Tapes
If you’ve used 3M tapes before, you already know they’re durable, high-quality products ...
How Will Strouse Help Me Meet My Customer’s Needs?
You’re scrolling through manufacturing websites that make promises about your product, ...
Microneedle Patches: Definition, Function, and How They’re Manufactured
Can vaccines and other drug solutions be delivered without an intramuscular injection?
Laser Cut or Digital Knife Prototyping?
You’re sitting at your desk, staring at different prototyping services. A tiny voice in ...
Digital Knife Cutting: Everything You Need to Know
Flash cut, digital knife, tool-free converting— isn’t it annoying when a single service ...
What Are Flexible Die Tools?
Let’s be real- choosing the most expensive, durable option doesn't always make sense.
Adhesive Island Wound Dressings: Full Guide
You might hear of “island” wound dressings and picture something a tad more tropical. ...
Kitting in Manufacturing: Examples and Advantages
Have you ever decorated a toy racecar or dollhouse with a sheet of stickers?
Aerospace Adhesives: Common Uses and Where To Find Them
A couple of months ago, my family and I visited the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space ...
The Problem with Tight Tolerances in Die Cut Foam and Rubber
What if I asked you to cut a perfect star out of bubble gum?
How Long Does it Take to Receive a Quote?
So, you’ve sent your project details to a converter and are waiting for the final word on ...
How Much Do Custom Die Cut Gaskets Cost?
Have you ever paid for a service and thought, “Huh, I wonder if this IS the typical cost.”
The Best Waterproof Medical Tapes for Skin
Suppose you had gotten surgery, but just as you left the hospital, you walked straight ...
Types of Medical Grade Adhesives and Their Uses
Super glue might save you in a pinch at home, but it would undoubtedly make an ...