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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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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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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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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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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’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 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 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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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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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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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 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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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,
Published on: January 22, 2023
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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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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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The Hidden Cost of Tight Tolerances

The Hidden Cost of Tight Tolerances

Tolerances are critical to a product's successful performance.
Published on: July 19, 2023
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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