Everything You Need to Know about Adhesive Converting

The stress is on.

You’re under pressure to create the best possible product. That includes choosing the right material, the right adhesive, the right format, the right elongation at break...

NOTE: This article is #1 in a 3-part series on the power and versatility of pressure sensitive adhesive tape. It’s really a celebration of applications and possibilities. Check back next month for

Excellence.

Every business wants to achieve it, and every business wants to partner with other businesses that achieve it. And while saying you have it is easy, being recognized for it by an...

Of course, as a converter of flexible materials we love to talk about pressure sensitive adhesives (PSA). However the unsung hero of the adhesive world may be the release liner (often called...

Although small in size, microfluidic devices carry an enormous burden. Patients and caregivers rely on them for accurate test results and crucial information at the point-of-care. They screen for...

Thermal insulation tape, like all thermal insulation materials, reduces the amount of heat transfer between objects. Heat flow tends to be an inevitable consequence of two objects touching;...

Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs) are considered a crucial part of any efficient thermal management system. Their job is to transfer heat between two or more solid surfaces.

Today, thermal...

Many electronics products require specific adhesives that dissipate heat. Thermal interface materials (a combination of high-performance acrylic adhesive and highly conductive ceramic particles)...

When something works well, you barely notice how it works. Today's manufacturing and engineering techniques make so many machines and devices run dependably and silently. When you need to build...

Is your paint process one of the most scrutinized steps in your entire assembly process?

How’s that department performing? Experiencing any bottlenecks?

Whether manufacturing for automotive,...

Have you ever seen this spec listed on a material data sheet? 

“Elongation at Break %”

To understand it, and realize why it’s important in adhesives, let’s first tackle two definitions.

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If radio waves and signals were visible and tangible, you wouldn't be able to move from one end of your home to another without tripping. The very device from which...

Any time a mechanism requires superior barrier and bonding features, gaskets are ideal. However, these handy devices are far from one-size-fits-all.

You've probably heard people say that tape is the solution to all of life's problems, and they're pretty much right. The right tape can fix any challenge that you throw its way and is quick to...

Have you ever wondered exactly how tape works? There are multiple types of adhesives on the market today. When you think of tape, you're most likely thinking of pressure sensitive adhesive tape. 

Strouse is proud to now offer two versions of a face shield that are made entirely in Westminster, MD. Both masks offer a soft foam headband, anti-fog PET, one size fits all adjust-ability, and...

A heat activated adhesive is a type of adheive, usually applied to a tape backing, that will not bond at normal temperatures. Instead, it becomes sticky in certain temperatures, wherein the...

We wonder at the big things of the world like towering mountain peaks or the Grand Canyon. As we take moments to sit in awe, we rarely recognize the engineering feats that allow us to live...

Around 6 million car accidents occur every year in the United States alone.

Strouse, a 3M Supplier of the Year and leading manufacturer of converted adhesive solutions, will be attending and exhibiting at Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West 2020 in Anaheim,...

If you're someone who likes to get your hands dirty and create new things, you're far from alone. In fact, the US craft industry is worth over $44 billion. If you're someone who's contributed to...

About every 11 years the sun's magnetic field flips. North becomes south and south becomes north. This change causes solar storms on the sun's surface that send solar flares careening towards...

Certain supplies are synonymous with healthcare. A stethoscope, tongue depressor, and otoscope are commonly found in a doctor's toolbox. 

Strouse, an industry leading adhesive tape converter and custom manufacturer is proud to announce its medical device establishment registration with the United States Food and Drug Administration...

Earlier this month, Strouse reached a milestone that spans almost 3 years’ time. Our team achieved 1,000 consecutive days with no lost time accidents, meaning that no employee has lost time due to...

Date: September 12, 2019Time: 1:00 Shot Gun StartPlace: Golf – River Downs Golf Club1900 River Downs Drive Finksburg, MD (410) 526-2000Picnic Dinner - 5:30

Strouse, a 3M Supplier of the Year and leading manufacturer of converted adhesive solutions, will be attending and exhibiting at the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care Spring (SAWC) meeting in San...

Strouse, a 3M Supplier of the Year and leading manufacturer of converted adhesive solutions, will be attending and exhibiting at Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West 2019 in Anaheim,...

Westminster, MD – Four Carroll County manufacturers were among the honored companies and over 600 guests at the Regional Manufacturing Institute’s Champions of Maryland Manufacturing Gala held at...

On September 17th Strouse invited local government officials, customers, partners, friends and family to celebrate the ribbon cutting and official opening of our new manufacturing facility in...

WESTMINSTER, MD – Strouse, a leading provider of die cut adhesive solutions, announces an official ribbon cutting ceremony for its new manufacturing facility on Monday September 17^th. The ceremony...

Award recognizes suppliers who improve 3M’s competitiveness

Strouse is proud to announce that it has earned ISO 13485:2003 registration from SAI Global. The standard was designed to be used by organizations involved in the design, production, installation,...

For years, manufacturers have been forced to do more with less. Emerging market growth has created an increased demand for resources and manufacturers have experienced these pressures and the...

WESTMINSTER, MARYLAND – Strouse, a leader in medical adhesive solutions and adhesive converting announces attendance at MD&M West 2018, the world’s largest MedTech event. The expo takes place...

Differential adhesive tape is a double coated or double sided adhesive with different adhesives on each coated side. Differential tapes are most often used when one side of the tape construction...

3M Plastic Bonding Adhesive 2665 is now available at Strouse. The high performance, urethane bonding adhesive is designed for electronics applications that may potentially require rework due to...

Strouse will be exhibiting their tight tolerance adhesive converting capabilities at the Southeast Design-2-Part show in Charlotte, North Carolina. For over 40 years, D2P has brought together...

Microfluidic devices are expected to perform as patients and caregivers alike depend on your devices to provide accurate test results. Not only is it crucial to use trusted materials in the...

WESTMINSTER, Maryland – April 25, 2017 – Strouse, along with the Carroll County Department of Economic Development, is pleased to announce plans to construct a manufacturing facility in the...

3M™ Water-Soluble Wave Soldering Tape 5414 is a new product designed for use in electronics assembly processes where printed circuit boards are wave soldered. This transparent tape can be used to...

Manufacturers rely on adhesive tape converters to provide accurate and functional adhesive components. These components should not only serve a functional need, they should become an investment...

WESTMINSTER, MARYLAND – Strouse was named by the Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland (RMI) as a 2016 Champion of Maryland Manufacturing for Accelerating Product or Process Innovation. RMI...

Design Engineers are faced with challenges in every step of a project. Strict deadlines must be met, budgets can be tight, and oftentimes hundreds of materials or parts are sourced to finalize a...

With the advancements in adhesive technologies and sophisticated converting equipment, manufacturers are able to solve application challenges that were once unsolvable. They’re improving...

Electronic devices are subject to scratches during production, processing and transportation. Oftentimes these mishaps are unavoidable unless extreme care is taken by all employees from production...

When designing consumer electronics products, interference can be a real cause for concern. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) can be as simple as one device...

Automotive manufacturers are losing thousands of dollars a month in rework costs.

Industrial manufacturers have several options when it comes to bonding materials. For many years engineers have relied on fasteners, welding, spray adhesives and other bonding solutions. These...