Blog Post by Lee K. House
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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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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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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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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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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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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Lee K. HouseMay 8, 20243 min read
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?
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Lee K. HouseMay 7, 20245 min read
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 ...
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Lee K. HouseMay 6, 20245 min read
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.”
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Lee K. HouseMay 3, 20245 min read
The Best Waterproof Medical Tapes for Skin
Suppose you had gotten surgery, but just as you left the hospital, you walked straight ...
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Lee K. HouseApr 29, 20243 min read
Types of Medical Grade Adhesives and Their Uses
Super glue might save you in a pinch at home, but it would undoubtedly make an ...
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Lee K. HouseApr 29, 20248 min read
Die Cut Printing Services: How Do They Work?
You’re sitting there, head in your hands, trying not to panic about a new printing ...
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Lee K. HouseApr 29, 20243 min read
Using Tapes For Battery Pack Thermal Management
Did you know that electric car batteries could be held together by tape?
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Lee K. HouseApr 19, 20243 min read
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 ...
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Lee K. HouseApr 17, 20244 min read
I Requested a Quote, What's Next?
A wave of relief crashes into you as you finally press the Get Your Free Quote button on ...
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