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Finding the Right Flexible Thermal Management Materials

Finding the Right Flexible Thermal Management Materials

How do manufacturers avoid a dangerous issue like thermal runaway in vehicles?
Published on: December 9, 2024
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The Benefits of Choosing Domestic Manufacturing Companies

The Benefits of Choosing Domestic Manufacturing Companies

Ultimately, whether you choose a domestic or international manufacturer will depend on your ...
Published on: December 8, 2024
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Which Materials Are Best For EMI Shielding?

Which Materials Are Best For EMI Shielding?

Electromagnetic waves can pass through any material without magnetic properties, including most ...
Published on: December 8, 2024
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How To Have a Successful Prototyping Stage

How To Have a Successful Prototyping Stage

You’ve created your drawing and began sourcing materials. Now, it’s time to combine these elements ...
Published on: November 24, 2024
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How Adhesive Tapes Improve Bonding in Electronics

How Adhesive Tapes Improve Bonding in Electronics

Electronics are often composed of delicate components, yet in the age of handheld devices, we also ...
Published on: November 14, 2024
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How To Select the Right Material For Your Product Design

How To Select the Right Material For Your Product Design

Are you researching which materials fit your product design? Finding a suitable material relies on ...
Published on: November 7, 2024
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What is Shear Strength and Why Does it Matter?

What is Shear Strength and Why Does it Matter?

Shear strength is necessary for applications that involve holding, pulling, or hanging objects.
Published on: October 28, 2024
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Advantages of Using an Interleaved Roll Liner

Advantages of Using an Interleaved Roll Liner

How do you prevent a roll from sticking to itself?
Published on: October 22, 2024
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What is Tensile Strength and How is it Measured?

What is Tensile Strength and How is it Measured?

At some point, we’ve all felt as though we’re under enough stress to snap. If you wanted to ...
Published on: October 16, 2024
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A Guide To Absorbent Wound Dressings

A Guide To Absorbent Wound Dressings

You're not alone if you’ve used a wound dressing that wasn’t designed to absorb the fluids from ...
Published on: October 14, 2024
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What Happens After You Cut Flexible Material?

What Happens After You Cut Flexible Material?

The abnormal behavior of certain materials can impact the dimensions, tolerances, and overall part ...
Published on: September 30, 2024
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Adhesive Tape vs. Liquid Adhesives: A Comparison Checklist

Adhesive Tape vs. Liquid Adhesives: A Comparison Checklist

Do you know which type of bonding material to use in your project?
Published on: September 29, 2024
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Using Flexible Materials For Vibration Damping

Using Flexible Materials For Vibration Damping

Whether you’re working on a satellite launch or a 3D printer, flexible vibration damping materials ...
Published on: September 17, 2024
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The Benefits of Using Low Tack Protective Film and Carriers

The Benefits of Using Low Tack Protective Film and Carriers

You’ve submitted your product design to a converter and feel confident—until you receive a reply: ...
Published on: September 16, 2024
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The Advantages of Outsourcing Medical Device Solutions

The Advantages of Outsourcing Medical Device Solutions

Developing a medical device is neither simple nor straightforward, so when you need dependable ...
Published on: September 5, 2024
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5 Common Skin Adhesive Myths

5 Common Skin Adhesive Myths

Before you go trudging through a slough of material data sheets, you should be aware of the common ...
Published on: September 3, 2024
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Purchasing Adhesive Material from a Converter

Purchasing Adhesive Material from a Converter

After thoroughly searching for technical data sheets, you've finally chosen the right adhesive ...
Published on: August 8, 2024
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The Benefits of Purchasing 3M 300LSE Tape For Your Project

The Benefits of Purchasing 3M 300LSE Tape For Your Project

How can you ensure you’re using an adhesive that has the capability to adhere to challenging ...
Published on: July 31, 2024
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Are You Looking For a 3M VHB Tape Distributor?

Are You Looking For a 3M VHB Tape Distributor?

With your eyes glazed over from reading technical data sheets, you’re finally ready to hunt down 3M ...
Published on: July 31, 2024
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What Makes Up the Cost of Laser Cutting?

What Makes Up the Cost of Laser Cutting?

How much should you be paying for laser cutting?
Published on: July 29, 2024
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Sourcing Automotive Tape with a Tape Converter

Sourcing Automotive Tape with a Tape Converter

You might ask, “How can I choose the best automotive tape?”
Published on: July 23, 2024
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Adhesives for Low Surface Energy Applications

Adhesives for Low Surface Energy Applications

What’s the best adhesive to use on a surface that’s challenging to stick to?
Published on: July 14, 2024
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What to Expect from Your First Order with Strouse

What to Expect from Your First Order with Strouse

“Why might my lead time change between orders?”
Published on: July 9, 2024
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What are the Types of Low Surface Energy Substrates?

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 again?
Published on: July 8, 2024
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4 Tips to Avoid a Line Shutdown

4 Tips to Avoid a Line Shutdown

“I’ll just expedite the order” is a dangerous assumption when sourcing custom products.
Published on: June 27, 2024
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Types of 3M Waterproof Tapes

Types of 3M Waterproof Tapes

If you’ve used 3M tapes before, you already know they’re durable, high-quality products that can be ...
Published on: June 19, 2024
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How Will Strouse Help Me Meet My Customer’s Needs?

How Will Strouse Help Me Meet My Customer’s Needs?

You’re scrolling through manufacturing websites that make promises about your product, but you’re ...
Published on: June 13, 2024
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 Laser Cut or Digital Knife Prototyping?

Laser Cut or Digital Knife Prototyping?

You’re sitting at your desk, staring at different prototyping services. A tiny voice in your head ...
Published on: June 5, 2024
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Digital Knife Cutting: Everything You Need to Know

Digital Knife Cutting: Everything You Need to Know

If you or a loved one has been confused by digital knife terminology, don’t worry— today, we’re ...
Published on: June 4, 2024
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What Are Flexible Die Tools?

What Are Flexible Die Tools?

Let’s be real- choosing the most expensive, durable option doesn't always make sense.
Published on: May 29, 2024
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Adhesive Island Wound Dressings: Full Guide

Adhesive Island Wound Dressings: Full Guide

You might hear of “island” wound dressings and picture something a tad more tropical. However, ...
Published on: May 22, 2024
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The Problem with Tight Tolerances in Die Cut Foam and Rubber

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?
Published on: May 7, 2024
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How Long Does it Take to Receive an Estimate?

How Long Does it Take to Receive an Estimate?

So, you’ve sent your project details to a converter and are waiting for the final word on its cost. ...
Published on: May 6, 2024
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Types of Medical Grade Adhesives and Their Uses

Types of Medical Grade Adhesives and Their Uses

Super glue might save you in a pinch at home, but it would undoubtedly make an uncomfortable ...
Published on: May 2, 2024
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What is a Conductive Gasket and What Are They Made of?

What is a Conductive Gasket and What Are They Made of?

Let’s say you’re looking for highly specialized products and materials. Sure, you could try a ...
Published on: April 18, 2024
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Adhesive Patches for Skin: Purpose and Function

Adhesive Patches for Skin: Purpose and Function

While you COULD duct tape a heart monitor to your chest, I’m going to take a wild guess and say ...
Published on: April 16, 2024
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What is Roll to Roll Processing (with Examples)

What is Roll to Roll Processing (with Examples)

It’s easy to become overwhelmed when you’re searching for the right manufacturing method.
Published on: April 14, 2024
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Why Can't My Converter Meet My Quality Standards?

Why Can't My Converter Meet My Quality Standards?

Imagine you’ve been waiting for weeks to receive an order, but when you finally open the box, your ...
Published on: April 10, 2024
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Where Can Your Converter Help You Next?

Where Can Your Converter Help You Next?

If your day-to-day schedule is packed with intensive product planning, you’re probably used to ...
Published on: April 9, 2024
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Optimizing Your Product For Assembly Line Automation

Optimizing Your Product For Assembly Line Automation

After long days and headaches, you’ve successfully planned a part component that will suit your ...
Published on: March 21, 2024
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Benefits Of Bonding Tape

Benefits Of Bonding Tape

Working on a project design is challenging, and between strict deadlines, tight budgets, and ...
Published on: March 17, 2024
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What Quality Control Inspections Do Converters Perform?

What Quality Control Inspections Do Converters Perform?

How does your adhesive converter prevent faulty parts from reaching you?
Published on: March 7, 2024
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Printing In Die Cutting Services: How Does it Work?

Printing In Die Cutting Services: How Does it Work?

You’re sitting there, head in your hands, trying not to panic about a new printing project.
Published on: March 3, 2024
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Factors That Impact The Cost of Your Flexible Materials

Factors That Impact The Cost of Your Flexible Materials

You can only stare at material pricing pages before suppressing the urge to flip your desk.
Published on: February 28, 2024
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3 Ways to Grow Your Supplier Relationship With Strouse

3 Ways to Grow Your Supplier Relationship With Strouse

As a supplier, you’re constantly seeking opportunities for beneficial company partnerships. Yet, ...
Published on: February 27, 2024
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Skin Adhesive Silicone vs. Skin Adhesive Acrylic

Skin Adhesive Silicone vs. Skin Adhesive Acrylic

Have you ever experienced the pain of peeling off a band-aid that did NOT want to unstick?
Published on: February 22, 2024
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Parts on a Roll or Sheeted Die Cut Parts: Which is Better?

Parts on a Roll or Sheeted Die Cut Parts: Which is Better?

While your component arrangement may not seem like a big deal, it determines how smoothly you’ll be ...
Published on: February 20, 2024
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Types of Custom Masking Tape

Types of Custom Masking Tape

If you’re looking for custom masking tape, which type of material should you choose?
Published on: February 19, 2024
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What Types of Packaging Can Converters Do?

What Types of Packaging Can Converters Do?

A good-looking, functional package goes a long way, and your product isn’t finished until it’s ...
Published on: February 14, 2024
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Looking For a Roll Slitting Machine? Here's What You Need to Know

Looking For a Roll Slitting Machine? Here's What You Need to Know

When asking for a roll of masking tape, most people aren’t looking for one that’s 48 inches wide.
Published on: February 14, 2024
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3M Preferred Converter Advantages

3M Preferred Converter Advantages

How can you determine whether a converter is reputable?
Published on: February 14, 2024
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The Importance of EMI Shielding

The Importance of EMI Shielding

Although you’re long past the days of giving the TV a couple of good smacks to make the static go ...
Published on: February 4, 2024
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Kiss Cutting

Kiss Cutting

Sheeted stickers. Adhesive wall mounting strips. The split tabs on the backs of band-aids. These ...
Published on: February 1, 2024
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Die Cut Machines vs. Hiring a Converter: Which is Better?

Die Cut Machines vs. Hiring a Converter: Which is Better?

The eternal manufacturing question: should I do this myself or hire a pro to do it for me?
Published on: February 1, 2024
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4 Key Materials When Building Microfluidic Devices

4 Key Materials When Building Microfluidic Devices

What are the safest materials for constructing tiny devices to transport and protect blood or other ...
Published on: January 31, 2024
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Adhesive Transfer Tape in Gasket Applications

Adhesive Transfer Tape in Gasket Applications

After a long day of tirelessly looking at gasket solutions, you’ve finally stumbled upon adhesive ...
Published on: January 25, 2024
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Thermal Conductive Pads: A Complete Guide

Thermal Conductive Pads: A Complete Guide

Despite the furious whirring of my laptop whenever I boot up a videogame with too-high FPS, it ...
Published on: January 23, 2024
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Butyl Gaskets: Advantages and Disadvantages

Butyl Gaskets: Advantages and Disadvantages

Hunting down the perfect gasket material might not be the most fun way to spend a sunny afternoon, ...
Published on: January 17, 2024
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What is an SBR Gasket, and How is it Used?

What is an SBR Gasket, and How is it Used?

“Have you tried using one of those red rubber gaskets?”
Published on: January 9, 2024
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The Pros and Cons of Laser Cut Gaskets

The Pros and Cons of Laser Cut Gaskets

Is laser die cutting the best way to build a gasket?
Published on: January 8, 2024
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What is the Correct Gasket Material for Your Next Project?

What is the Correct Gasket Material for Your Next Project?

When something works well, you likely won’t even notice.
Published on: December 20, 2023
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Industrial Adhesive— Tape or Glue?

Industrial Adhesive— Tape or Glue?

So, you want to bond a couple of objects for an industrial solution. What’s the best way to do it?
Published on: December 19, 2023
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What Do I Need to Include in My Purchase Order

What Do I Need to Include in My Purchase Order

You’ve deliberated on the project quote and decided that it’s acceptable. What are the next steps?
Published on: December 14, 2023
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Why is ISO Cleanroom Certification so Important?

Why is ISO Cleanroom Certification so Important?

How do manufacturers implement specific processes to ensure the safety and reliable performance of ...
Published on: December 14, 2023
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Best Foam Gasket Materials for Medical Applications

Best Foam Gasket Materials for Medical Applications

When it comes to medical applications, who doesn’t want components made from clean, safe, and ...
Published on: December 13, 2023
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Top 5 Benefits of Using Heat-Resistant Gasket Material

Top 5 Benefits of Using Heat-Resistant Gasket Material

“High temperature” in the industrial world is on another level than what you’ll see during the ...
Published on: December 10, 2023
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Electrode Pads — Tips for Manufacturing and Design

Electrode Pads — Tips for Manufacturing and Design

Imagine if a doctor attempted to stick an electrode pad on you, only for it to sadly flutter down ...
Published on: December 6, 2023
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3 Major Gasket Seal Design Tips

3 Major Gasket Seal Design Tips

Are you tossing and turning while you dream about gaskets?
Published on: December 5, 2023
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Custom Die Cut Printing: Cost Factors

Custom Die Cut Printing: Cost Factors

You’re sorting out your part production details when the dreaded question arises...
Published on: December 4, 2023
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How Contract Manufacturing Services Expand Your Production

How Contract Manufacturing Services Expand Your Production

Would you benefit from outsourcing product components?
Published on: December 4, 2023
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3 Benefits of Using Polycarbonate Film

3 Benefits of Using Polycarbonate Film

You’ve been tearing through webpages and product descriptions in a frantic info search that’ll help ...
Published on: November 30, 2023
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Nitrile Gasket (Buna N) Benefits and Uses

Nitrile Gasket (Buna N) Benefits and Uses

After a minute or two of trying to psychically conjure an image of the best gasket material, you ...
Published on: November 28, 2023
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4 Production Quantity Myths Explained and Debunked

4 Production Quantity Myths Explained and Debunked

You’ve already done the difficult task of figuring out how many part components you need, and now ...
Published on: November 27, 2023
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5 Benefits of Adhesive Patches and Transdermal Absorption

5 Benefits of Adhesive Patches and Transdermal Absorption

What are the advantages of using a transdermal patch?
Published on: November 27, 2023
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Hot Melt vs. Heat Activated Adhesive

Hot Melt vs. Heat Activated Adhesive

It’s rare, but once in a blue moon, I’ll land on a question that makes an engineer go: “Uhh.”
Published on: November 16, 2023
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Consequences of Choosing the Wrong PSA Adhesive

Consequences of Choosing the Wrong PSA Adhesive

Alright. I need to get something off my chest.
Published on: November 15, 2023
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Choosing the Best Medical Converting Company

Choosing the Best Medical Converting Company

What’s worse than a single faulty component? Probably an entire shipment of them.
Published on: November 12, 2023
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Neoprene Gasket Chemical Resistance: Choosing a Material

Neoprene Gasket Chemical Resistance: Choosing a Material

Natural rubber is elastic and useful for gasketing, so why use an alternative?
Published on: November 8, 2023
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What is Polypropylene Tape and How is it Used?

What is Polypropylene Tape and How is it Used?

You’re rubbing your aching eyes after a dull dive into material research when you see it— another ...
Published on: November 8, 2023
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An Overview of Thermal Insulation Tape

An Overview of Thermal Insulation Tape

Is balancing temperature critical to your project's success?
Published on: November 2, 2023
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The Best Medical Device Adhesives

The Best Medical Device Adhesives

Would you trust a blood pressure monitor held together by painter’s tape?
Published on: November 1, 2023
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Optically Clear Adhesive Tape: Factors to Beware

Optically Clear Adhesive Tape: Factors to Beware

As a clumsy person, I’ve shattered my phone screen an unfortunate number of times over the years. ...
Published on: October 30, 2023
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Foam Gasket Tape — An Ultimate Guide

Foam Gasket Tape — An Ultimate Guide

When your product requires superior barrier and bonding features, gaskets might be ideal. However, ...
Published on: October 30, 2023
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3 Best Adhesive Types for Gaskets

3 Best Adhesive Types for Gaskets

Have you ever chosen a gasket adhesive?
Published on: October 25, 2023
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Electroplating Masking Tape: Uses and Examples

Electroplating Masking Tape: Uses and Examples

You’ve been pondering this metal coating design for days, but now it's time to plan your production ...
Published on: October 24, 2023
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Hot Melt vs. Acrylic Tape: Which Should I Choose?

Hot Melt vs. Acrylic Tape: Which Should I Choose?

Maybe you’re looking for a high-durability sealing tape.
Published on: October 19, 2023
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Kitting in Manufacturing: Examples and Advantages

Kitting in Manufacturing: Examples and Advantages

Have you ever decorated a toy racecar or dollhouse with a sheet of stickers?
Published on: October 16, 2023
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Automated Assembly vs. In-Process Assembly

Automated Assembly vs. In-Process Assembly

Is automated assembly more cost-efficient?
Published on: October 11, 2023
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Silicone Gaskets: A Comprehensive Overview

Silicone Gaskets: A Comprehensive Overview

The gasket industry generates about $8 billion in annual revenue in the United States.
Published on: October 11, 2023
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Guide to Heat and Chemical Resistant Labels

Guide to Heat and Chemical Resistant Labels

From the label on your clothes dryer to the ones under the hood of your car, heat and ...
Published on: October 4, 2023
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Adhesive Tape Converters: Who They Are and Their Purpose

Adhesive Tape Converters: Who They Are and Their Purpose

Although you’re excited about your new product design, you’re unsure how to make it a reality.
Published on: September 27, 2023
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Finding the Best Adhesive Tape for Rubber to Metal

Finding the Best Adhesive Tape for Rubber to Metal

You’ve been staring back and forth between a metal and rubber surface, desperately trying to figure ...
Published on: September 25, 2023
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Let's Learn About Laser Die Cutting

Let's Learn About Laser Die Cutting

Tuck away your pop culture perceptions of lasers for a moment: lasers are good for more than ...
Published on: September 24, 2023
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Adhesive Foil: Different Types and Uses

Adhesive Foil: Different Types and Uses

When searching for an adhesive foil to use inside your product, you’re probably expecting a more ...
Published on: September 21, 2023
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What Are Adhesive Release Liners? How Do You Select One?

What Are Adhesive Release Liners? How Do You Select One?

Have you ever gone to peel a sticker but couldn’t remove it from the sheet?
Published on: September 19, 2023
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Thermal Management in Electric Vehicles: Using Tapes

Thermal Management in Electric Vehicles: Using Tapes

Did you know that electric car batteries could be held together by tape?
Published on: September 17, 2023
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What You Need To Know About UL 9540

What You Need To Know About UL 9540

Imagine that you’ve created a new electronic product.
Published on: September 13, 2023
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Medical Device Component Manufacturer Trends in 2023

Medical Device Component Manufacturer Trends in 2023

Stop me if you’ve heard this one before.
Published on: September 11, 2023
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Gasket Tape vs. Alternative Gasket Adhesives

Gasket Tape vs. Alternative Gasket Adhesives

What do you picture when you think of sealing?
Published on: September 6, 2023
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Why Does Adhesive Manufacturing Cost So Much in 2023

Why Does Adhesive Manufacturing Cost So Much in 2023

It’s another long day of opening emails and wincing at the sight of material quotes.
Published on: September 4, 2023
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Your Guide to Heat Activated Adhesives

Your Guide to Heat Activated Adhesives

A heat-activated adhesive is a type of adhesive, usually applied to a tape backing, that will not ...
Published on: August 29, 2023
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Sample Express — Who it’s For and How it Works

Sample Express — Who it’s For and How it Works

“Hey, we think this tape might work.”
Published on: August 28, 2023
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4 Advantages of Choosing Acrylic Foam Tape

4 Advantages of Choosing Acrylic Foam Tape

You’ve spent days pondering your latest project, but are still in between materials.
Published on: August 24, 2023
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What Does the Strouse Re-order Process Look Like?

What Does the Strouse Re-order Process Look Like?

After a successful first run, you’re ready to order more custom products.
Published on: August 21, 2023
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Beginner’s Guide To Microfluidic Applications

Beginner’s Guide To Microfluidic Applications

Towering redwoods. Majestic mountain peaks. Complex cloud formations. As we take moments to ...
Published on: August 21, 2023
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Everything You Need to Know About EMI Shielding

Everything You Need to Know About EMI Shielding

If you could touch radio waves and signals, you wouldn't be able to move from one end of your home ...
Published on: August 16, 2023
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What are the Types of Heat Resistant Tape?

What are the Types of Heat Resistant Tape?

Would you stick office tape under the hood of your car? If anything, it sounds like a fire hazard.
Published on: August 14, 2023
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How To Choose the Best Gasket Manufacturer

How To Choose the Best Gasket Manufacturer

Are you still waiting for the perfect gasket manufacturer to fall from the sky?
Published on: August 10, 2023
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What is Rotary Die Cutting? Problems it Solves and Uses

What is Rotary Die Cutting? Problems it Solves and Uses

The US craft industry is worth over $44 billion USD.
Published on: August 8, 2023
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3 Most Common Adhesive Liner Issues (with Solutions)

3 Most Common Adhesive Liner Issues (with Solutions)

How often do you pay attention to the part of the sticker you peel off?
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Types of High-Temperature Gasket Materials

Types of High-Temperature Gasket Materials

Like Michelangelo sketching on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, you’ve got your perfect design ...
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How Are Graphite Gaskets Used and Where Can I Find Them?

How Are Graphite Gaskets Used and Where Can I Find Them?

You’re gradually sifting through a mountain of gasketing material resources when you notice ...
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5 Advantages of Proper EMI and RFI Shielding Techniques

5 Advantages of Proper EMI and RFI Shielding Techniques

With so many people relying on the apps on their phones, glitches can feel like the end of the ...
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The Advantages of Using Double-Sided Medical Tape

The Advantages of Using Double-Sided Medical Tape

Attaching one substrate to another.
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What is Hydrogel, and How is it Used?

What is Hydrogel, and How is it Used?

Would you ever put jelly on an open wound? What if I told you that jelly, or more specifically ...
Published on: July 25, 2023
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The 6 Best Flexible Material Suppliers for Manufacturerslaser cut

The 6 Best Flexible Material Suppliers for Manufacturerslaser cut

Have you ever opened an online order only to realize something’s off about it?
Published on: July 25, 2023
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Aerospace Adhesives: Common Uses and Where To Find Them

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 Museum.
Published on: July 24, 2023
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Automotive Adhesives: 8 Types and How They’re Used

Automotive Adhesives: 8 Types and How They’re Used

Do you know how tape was used in the construction of your vehicle?
Published on: July 23, 2023
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Tesla Mica Adhesive: Case Study

Tesla Mica Adhesive: Case Study

Innovative Design Solves Battery Connection Challenge.
Published on: July 19, 2023
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Lexmark Preforms: Case Study

Lexmark Preforms: Case Study

Custom Adhesive Enables Automation Process.
Published on: July 19, 2023
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Humvee Masking Kit: Case Study

Humvee Masking Kit: Case Study

Production Doubles for Military.
Published on: July 19, 2023
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What Do Product Updates Look Like with Strouse?

What Do Product Updates Look Like with Strouse?

You’re reviewing your updated design files when a vital question arises: will this product update ...
Published on: July 19, 2023
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These Are Your Application Temperatures For 3M VHB Tape

These Are Your Application Temperatures For 3M VHB Tape

You’re reviewing your order for a massive quantity of VHB tape when the thought hits you: “What’s ...
Published on: July 16, 2023
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Why is My Adhesive Failing?

Why is My Adhesive Failing?

You might ask yourself, “How can I improve my adhesive strength?”
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Open Cell vs Closed Cell Foam: Which Suits My Design?

Open Cell vs Closed Cell Foam: Which Suits My Design?

Right when you’ve decided you need foam, a nagging search engine suggestion catches your eye: ...
Published on: July 12, 2023
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PTFE vs Teflon Gaskets: Is There a Difference?

PTFE vs Teflon Gaskets: Is There a Difference?

You’re choking back tears of frustration as you click through the articles on different gasket ...
Published on: July 11, 2023
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Adhesive Transfer Tape: Advantages and Disadvantages

Adhesive Transfer Tape: Advantages and Disadvantages

You’re steadily making your way through your list of material options when you recall adhesive ...
Published on: July 11, 2023
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The Best EV Battery Insulation and Shock Absorption Materials and Designs

The Best EV Battery Insulation and Shock Absorption Materials and Designs

After months of delicately crafting EV modules, would you haphazardly slap the battery onto the ...
Published on: July 10, 2023
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Your Guide to Thermal Interface Material

Your Guide to Thermal Interface Material

You think you’ve finally built the perfect sandwich when you suddenly take a bite and realize ...
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Polyimide Tape and Kapton Tape: What You Need to Know

Polyimide Tape and Kapton Tape: What You Need to Know

What type of film would you use on a satellite?
Published on: June 29, 2023
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Microneedle Patches: Definition, Function, and How They’re Manufactured

Microneedle Patches: Definition, Function, and How They’re Manufactured

Can vaccines and other drug solutions be delivered without an intramuscular injection?
Published on: June 25, 2023
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Double Sided Tape 101: Thin Bonding Series

Double Sided Tape 101: Thin Bonding Series

Have you ever mounted something on the wall only to think, “Oh man, I hope this doesn’t fall and ...
Published on: June 25, 2023
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What Impact Does Material Order Quantity Have on My Production?

What Impact Does Material Order Quantity Have on My Production?

Have you ever gone to the store for baking supplies, but when you try and buy one stick of butter, ...
Published on: June 19, 2023
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What are the Best Materials to Seal EV Batteries?

What are the Best Materials to Seal EV Batteries?

In the United States, there was over $128 billion in announced investments in EV battery factories ...
Published on: June 13, 2023
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What Is a Gasket? Everything You Need to Know

What Is a Gasket? Everything You Need to Know

When was the last time you saw a gasket?
Published on: June 8, 2023
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6 Common Mistakes in Automating your Manufacturing

6 Common Mistakes in Automating your Manufacturing

What do you think is the most important aspect of automation in manufacturing?
Published on: June 6, 2023
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Your Guide to 3M VHB Tape

Your Guide to 3M VHB Tape

Can tape solve all of life’s problems?
Published on: June 5, 2023
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What Are EMI Shielding Gaskets and What Do They Do?

What Are EMI Shielding Gaskets and What Do They Do?

If your phone glitches, you restart it, but what happens when disturbances affect critical devices ...
Published on: June 1, 2023
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5 Common Problems with Transdermal Patch Delivery and Adhesion

5 Common Problems with Transdermal Patch Delivery and Adhesion

“Rip the bandage off quickly and get it over with!”
Published on: May 30, 2023
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Moving from Prototyping to Full-Scale Manufacturing: Common Issues

Moving from Prototyping to Full-Scale Manufacturing: Common Issues

One moment you’re carefully hand-laminating a piece of material. The next, you’re staring down a ...
Published on: May 23, 2023
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EV Battery Components: The Best Adhesives

EV Battery Components: The Best Adhesives

Within a year, announced investments in U.S. electric vehicle manufacturing have tripled from $24 ...
Published on: May 23, 2023
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Why Do I Need to Tell You About Our Application and Process?

Why Do I Need to Tell You About Our Application and Process?

Suppose you were a baker designing a birthday cake, but just as you added the finishing touches, ...
Published on: May 17, 2023
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How To Choose Tape for Outdoor Applications

How To Choose Tape for Outdoor Applications

You’ve finally finished designing your outdoor product when suddenly you realize you have no idea ...
Published on: May 17, 2023
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Corona Surface Treatment: What is it and Should I Treat My Materials?

Corona Surface Treatment: What is it and Should I Treat My Materials?

The other night, my roommate and I discovered an unfortunate truth about our kitchen calendar.
Published on: May 15, 2023
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Adhesive Lamination: How Does it Work and When Do You Use it?

Adhesive Lamination: How Does it Work and When Do You Use it?

It’s been a minute of staring through the screen of a video call, but you’re still stumped. Why ...
Published on: May 10, 2023
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Foam Tape Guide: Uses, Benefits, and Examples

Foam Tape Guide: Uses, Benefits, and Examples

What do you think is the most durable tape?
Published on: May 10, 2023
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What’s the Price Difference Between Simple and Complex Die Cuts?

What’s the Price Difference Between Simple and Complex Die Cuts?

Think about it this way: some customers order a seasonal white mocha frappuccino with two pumps of ...
Published on: May 7, 2023
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What Are The Best Medical Tapes for Sensitive Skin (Infant and Elderly)?

What Are The Best Medical Tapes for Sensitive Skin (Infant and Elderly)?

According to an international skin tear prevention survey, only 10% of healthcare professionals ...
Published on: May 4, 2023
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Roll Slitting Services: How Much Do They Cost?

Roll Slitting Services: How Much Do They Cost?

Roll slitting services are a lot like wedding cakes: there’s seemingly no need to understand the ...
Published on: May 3, 2023
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Which Roll Slitting Method is Best for My Product?

Which Roll Slitting Method is Best for My Product?

You’re a few minutes into your roll slitting research when you’re forced to acknowledge the ...
Published on: April 30, 2023
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What Are the Different Types of Roll Slitting Services?

What Are the Different Types of Roll Slitting Services?

Suppose you’re a nurse attempting to secure a bandage at a hospital, but when you turn around, ...
Published on: April 26, 2023
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What Are IP Ratings and How Does it Affect My Gasket Decision?

What Are IP Ratings and How Does it Affect My Gasket Decision?

How water-resistant does a product need to be before your company can call it “waterproof?”
Published on: April 25, 2023
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How Long Will It Take to Receive My Custom Die Cut Parts?

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?”
Published on: April 24, 2023
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The 8 Best Waterproof Tapes for Skin

The 8 Best Waterproof Tapes for Skin

Suppose you had gotten surgery, but just as you left the hospital, you walked straight into a ...
Published on: April 20, 2023
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How To Turn an Idea Into a Product and Get It Manufactured

How To Turn an Idea Into a Product and Get It Manufactured

You’re certain the moment it dawns on you: this is the next big thing.
Published on: April 19, 2023
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Touring Your Manufacturer’s Facility: What are the Benefits?

Touring Your Manufacturer’s Facility: What are the Benefits?

A few weeks ago, I was in Washington, D.C., for the Cherry Blossom Festival, and my friend and I ...
Published on: April 17, 2023
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How To Choose a Thermally Conductive Adhesive

How To Choose a Thermally Conductive Adhesive

Winning the lottery… eating at a Michelin-star restaurant… choosing a thermally conductive ...
Published on: April 12, 2023
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How Much Do Custom Die Cut Gaskets Cost?

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.”
Published on: April 3, 2023
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Masking Tape Rolls or Die Cuts: How Die Cuts Save Time and Money

Masking Tape Rolls or Die Cuts: How Die Cuts Save Time and Money

Imagine sitting down for a tattoo, but the artist refuses to use a stencil because it’s ‘too ...
Published on: April 2, 2023
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Should I Switch Flexible Material Converters?

Should I Switch Flexible Material Converters?

What should you do when you order die cut circles, but your converter keeps sending you Pacman ...
Published on: March 23, 2023
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The 7 Different Types of Adhesive Bonding Materials

The 7 Different Types of Adhesive Bonding Materials

Joining two surfaces together doesn’t sound complicated. Yet, depending on the substrates and the ...
Published on: March 21, 2023
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What is Adhesive Bonding? A Beginner's Guide With Examples

What is Adhesive Bonding? A Beginner's Guide With Examples

You’re rushing out the door for work when you realize you forgot to pack your children’s lunches. ...
Published on: March 15, 2023
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The 7 Best Stick to Skin Tapes

The 7 Best Stick to Skin Tapes

You’ve reached the product development phase where you’re looking for material: congratulations! ...
Published on: March 14, 2023
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Mechanical Fasteners vs. Adhesive Tapes: Pros and Cons of Each

Mechanical Fasteners vs. Adhesive Tapes: Pros and Cons of Each

Have you ever stopped and thought to yourself, “Gee, I wonder if I should mount this painting with ...
Published on: March 13, 2023
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What is Protective Film and What Are its Benefits to my Industry?

What is Protective Film and What Are its Benefits to my Industry?

You’ve just purchased your brand new car, and you’re excited to drive off the lot when you notice a ...
Published on: March 9, 2023
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What Are Strouse's Manufacturing Capabilities?

What Are Strouse's Manufacturing Capabilities?

You’re ten minutes into scrolling through an endless deluge of company websites when you consider ...
Published on: March 6, 2023
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What is the Minimum Quantity to Order Die Cut Parts?

What is the Minimum Quantity to Order Die Cut Parts?

Q: “Hey, can you make me two gaskets?”
Published on: March 5, 2023
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What Types of Features Can I Add to my Custom Die Cut?

What Types of Features Can I Add to my Custom Die Cut?

It’s your fourth attempt at peeling the adhesive part off of a liner, but your fingers keep sliding ...
Published on: February 28, 2023
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3 Factors to Consider Before Changing Your Die Cut Design

3 Factors to Consider Before Changing Your Die Cut Design

Are there changes you could make to better your current product or process?
Published on: February 26, 2023
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Why Do My Higher Part Quantities Have a Lower Price Per Part?

Why Do My Higher Part Quantities Have a Lower Price Per Part?

For a moment, you might think there’s something wrong with your die cut quote: why does your unit ...
Published on: February 23, 2023
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5 Benefits of Disclosing Your Project Management Process to a Flexible Material Converter

5 Benefits of Disclosing Your Project Management Process to a Flexible Material Converter

The meeting with your potential converter goes smoothly until they ask you a question that makes ...
Published on: February 22, 2023
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What is Partial Tooling and Why Does Strouse Cover Part of My Tooling Cost?

What is Partial Tooling and Why Does Strouse Cover Part of My Tooling Cost?

Your eyes burn as you stare at the computer screen, locked in a furious match with an email. The ...
Published on: February 14, 2023
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The Benefits of a Blanket Purchase Order for Flexible Material Converting

The Benefits of a Blanket Purchase Order for Flexible Material Converting

You’re pulling your hair, clenching your teeth, and performing every stress-reducing technique to ...
Published on: February 14, 2023
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10 Questions Converters Should Ask You About Custom Die Cut Adhesive

10 Questions Converters Should Ask You About Custom Die Cut Adhesive

The beginning of a custom die cut converting project usually goes something like this:
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What Happens After I Place my Purchase Order with Strouse?

What Happens After I Place my Purchase Order with Strouse?

After days of mulling over your die cut quote, you finally send back a confirmation. However, the ...
Published on: February 13, 2023
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What Measurements Should I Include in the Drawing of My Die Cut Part?

What Measurements Should I Include in the Drawing of My Die Cut Part?

You’ve just submitted a drawing of your die cut part, and you’re feeling proud of yourself for a ...
Published on: February 1, 2023
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How To Prepare for Your Discovery Meeting with Strouse

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 have a ...
Published on: January 31, 2023
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How Long is My Adhesive Shelf Life?

How Long is My Adhesive Shelf Life?

Did you know your tape has an expiration date?
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Why Do I Need a Die Cut Trial?

Why Do I Need a Die Cut Trial?

Imagine you go to the store to buy a coffee mug, and the workers say they'll have to try forging ...
Published on: January 29, 2023
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Why Do I Need to Pay for Die Cut Tooling?

Why Do I Need to Pay for Die Cut Tooling?

Things were going excellent with your new converter until you reviewed the quote they sent you. ...
Published on: January 29, 2023
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I Requested a Die Cut Quote, What's Next?

I Requested a Die Cut Quote, What's Next?

A wave of relief crashes into you as you press the Get Your Free Quote button on the request a ...
Published on: January 26, 2023
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I Asked for a Sample, Now What?

I Asked for a Sample, Now What?

You’ve finally summoned the courage to get a sample of your adhesive part, yet, the longer you’re ...
Published on: January 26, 2023
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Tips To Succeed in Your Adhesive Design Phase

Tips To Succeed in Your Adhesive Design Phase

As you settle at your desk with a fresh cup of coffee in your hand, you find yourself asking,
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The Pros and Cons of Using Your Own Adhesive Material

The Pros and Cons of Using Your Own Adhesive Material

Supplying your own material is like knocking on the pilot’s door and offering to be a co-pilot. ...
Published on: January 18, 2023
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Why Do I Have to Sign a Mutual NDA to Work With an Adhesive Converter?

Why Do I Have to Sign a Mutual NDA to Work With an Adhesive Converter?

The birds are singing, the weather is bright and cheerful, and the only thing that could improve ...
Published on: January 17, 2023
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What is Included in My Custom Tape Quote and How Can I Compare it to Others?

What is Included in My Custom Tape Quote and How Can I Compare it to Others?

Nothing is more draining than opening up the email for your custom tape quote, only to stare at it, ...
Published on: January 15, 2023
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3 Ways to Avoid Setup Waste and Reduce the Cost of Your Adhesive Part

3 Ways to Avoid Setup Waste and Reduce the Cost of Your Adhesive Part

It’s a Monday morning, and you’re staring at your latest quote in confusion. After a long sigh, you ...
Published on: January 15, 2023
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Which Flexible Materials Can You Use to Make Custom Die Cuts?

Which Flexible Materials Can You Use to Make Custom Die Cuts?

What would you do if someone handed you a penny, and a pair of scissors, then told you to “get to ...
Published on: January 15, 2023
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Am I Ready to Talk to an Adhesive Converter?

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 hits you: ...
Published on: January 10, 2023
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How To Prepare for the Design Phase of Your Die Cut Part

How To Prepare for the Design Phase of Your Die Cut Part

What would you do if your boss emailed you a picture of a circle without context?
Published on: January 3, 2023
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What are My Adhesive Options?

What are My Adhesive Options?

Have you ever used the wrong type of adhesive?
Published on: January 3, 2023
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Why Medical Tape Converting Costs More: Is it worth it?

Why Medical Tape Converting Costs More: Is it worth it?

Imagine you were at the hospital, and the surgeon grabbed a roll of duct tape to apply a wound ...
Published on: December 21, 2022
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How To Scale Up Your Adhesive From Prototype to Production

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 still ...
Published on: December 13, 2022
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Why Do We Need to Discuss My Tolerances?

Why Do We Need to Discuss My Tolerances?

When submitting your tolerances, it’s tempting to take your drawing and throw on title block ...
Published on: December 8, 2022
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5 Tips for Overcoming Lead Times

5 Tips for Overcoming Lead Times

You’re sitting at your desk with a dazed expression, overcome by disbelief after a frantic exchange ...
Published on: December 7, 2022
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The Cost of a Die Cut

The Cost of a Die Cut

“Hi, I’d like to order 1,000 custom die cut pieces.”
Published on: November 28, 2022
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What’s The Difference Between Die Cutting Methods: Flat Bed, Rotary, and Laser?

What’s The Difference Between Die Cutting Methods: Flat Bed, Rotary, and Laser?

High-speed. Accurate. Versatile. You want your die cutting method to fulfill your needs because ...
Published on: July 7, 2021
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Finding the Best Glass Adhesive Tape

Finding the Best Glass Adhesive Tape

What’s the most effective way to bond glass to other surfaces?
Published on: October 1, 2024
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