Cutting is a common manufacturing process used to transform materials into finished products. It enables manufacturers to alter the size and shape of materials to suit production needs. Water jet and laser are two common cutting methods, but which process…
At American Flexible Products, our expert fabricators assist thousands of customers in manufacturing custom parts every year. We do so using a wide range of flexible materials, including: Silicones Urethanes Rubbers Foams Thin Gauge Plastics Adhesives When it comes to…
When you need that extra peace of mind of a bond with no movement, where your application stands up to the harshest weather conditions and manufacturing temperatures, high-bonding tapes are often a great choice. These tapes, which are becoming a…
American Flexible Products specializes in converting materials for unique gasket needs. Our flexible product converters are experts in using BISCO® silicone, a special material that can withstand a wide range of temperatures, from -55C to 205C. What’s unique about silicone,…
Polyurethanes are among the most prominent groups of polymers around the world. As a class, it’s rapidly expanding and used by engineers and designers in many industries because of its ability to pad, compress, cushion, and seal. Of the urethanes…
Pressure-sensitive adhesive tape (also called PSA tape) is a large category of adhesive tape, usually constructed of a thin, flexible material that is used to attach to the surfaces of two substrates. In most applications, PSAs will adhere to several…
In the world of medical devices, HVAC, and general machinery, gaskets have a crucial role. They’re basically mechanical seals, which can have many functions; from sealing out dust, water, and debris to stopping EMI/RFI, by sealing two mating surfaces. While…
Water is all around us – we use it for countless purposes, from keeping us hydrated and healthy to putting out fires and saving lives. But when it comes to custom-cut products, water can be incredibly powerful and precise. With…
Autumn is officially over, and winter is here in Minnesota. Dazzling decorations can be seen on homes and storefronts, holiday tunes seem to be in constant rotation, and temps are dipping into the single digits and below. Those freezing temperatures…
An item’s size is often associated with strength. Bigger = better and stronger, right? That reasoning works for heavy-duty construction vehicles and bodybuilders, but it’s not always true. After all, sometimes, the strongest items come in the smallest packages. One…
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