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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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