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Lee K. HouseJul 24, 20243 min read

Sourcing Automotive Tape with a Tape Converter

You might ask, “How can I choose the best automotive tape?”
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Lee K. HouseJul 22, 20247 min read

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?”
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Lee K. HouseJul 22, 20244 min read

3 Ways to Grow Your Supplier Relationship With Strouse

“If you wanna be my supplier, you gotta get with my precision converting process.” — Not ...
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Lee K. HouseJul 18, 20243 min read

Benefits of Using a Converter for Medical Device Prototyping

You’re staring at a complex design on your computer. What’s next?
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Sue ChambersJul 18, 20243 min read

Bonding Tape: Uses and Examples

If you’re here, you might be wondering, “Is bonding tape the right solution for my ...
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Lee K. HouseJul 16, 20245 min read

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 ...
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Lee K. HouseJul 15, 20243 min read

Adhesives for Low Surface Energy Applications

What’s the best adhesive to use on a surface that’s challenging to stick to?
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Lee K. HouseJul 15, 20244 min read

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 ...
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Lee K. HouseJul 10, 20244 min read

What to Expect from Your First Order with Strouse

“Why might my lead time change between orders?”
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Lee K. HouseJul 10, 202410 min read

The Cost of a Die Cut

“Hi, I’d like to order 1,000 custom die cut pieces.”
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Lee K. HouseJul 9, 20244 min read

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 ...
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Lee K. HouseJul 9, 20245 min read

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 ...
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Lee K. HouseJun 28, 20244 min read

4 Tips To Avoid a Line Shutdown

“I’ll just expedite the order” is a dangerous assumption when sourcing custom products.
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Scott ChambersJun 28, 20244 min read

Adhesive Materials For Microfluidic Device Fabrication

Like millions of other people, you may own a medical device to monitor your health. Yet, ...
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Scott ChambersJun 28, 20244 min read

Why 3M VHB Tape is a Superior High Bond Adhesive Tape

What’s the best way to form a durable bonding solution?
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Lee K. HouseJun 20, 20243 min read

Types of 3M Waterproof Tapes

If you’ve used 3M tapes before, you already know they’re durable, high-quality products ...
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Scott ChambersJun 20, 20245 min read

Thin Bonding: Double sided Tape and Adhesive Transfer Tape

When was the last time you used double sided tape? You’d likely be surprised by what it ...
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Lee K. HouseJun 14, 20244 min read

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

You’re scrolling through manufacturing websites that make promises about your product, ...
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Scott ChambersJun 14, 20245 min read

Double Sided Tape 101: Thin Bonding

Have you ever mounted something on the wall only to think, “Oh man, I hope this doesn’t ...
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Lee K. HouseJun 10, 20245 min read

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

Can vaccines and other drug solutions be delivered without an intramuscular injection?
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Lee K. HouseJun 6, 20243 min read

Laser Cut or Digital Knife Prototyping?

You’re sitting at your desk, staring at different prototyping services. A tiny voice in ...
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Lee K. HouseJun 5, 20243 min read

Digital Knife Cutting: Everything You Need to Know

Flash cut, digital knife, tool-free converting— isn’t it annoying when a single service ...
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Phil KehneMay 31, 20242 min read

Individual Components vs. Assembled Components

Are assembled components more cost-efficient?
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Lee K. HouseMay 30, 20243 min read

What Are Flexible Die Tools?

Let’s be real- choosing the most expensive, durable option doesn't always make sense.
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Lee K. HouseMay 23, 20243 min read

Adhesive Island Wound Dressings: Full Guide

You might hear of “island” wound dressings and picture something a tad more tropical. ...
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Lee K. HouseMay 23, 20244 min read

Kitting in Manufacturing: Examples and Advantages

Have you ever decorated a toy racecar or dollhouse with a sheet of stickers?
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Lee K. HouseMay 16, 20245 min read

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 ...
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