When you need a series of pieces cut from flexible materials, like gaskets, pads, or spacers, you have several processing options. Two of the more common techniques are flatbed die cutting and rotary die cutting. Both flatbed and rotary cutters…
At American Flexible Products, our laser cutting service utilizes light to create intricate designs with precision and accuracy. Through laser cutting, a focused, high-energy light beam is used to make precise cuts and etchings in a wide range of materials…
From keeping us hydrated and healthy to putting out fires and saving lives, water is all around us. But when it comes to custom-cut products, water can be incredibly powerful and precise. With waterjet cutting, your parts can be shaped,…
If you’ve ever tried to peel tape from an old roll, you know how difficult it can be to use adhesives that are past their prime. Pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) are highly susceptible to light, heat, and humidity, which means that…
UV radiation is one of the most powerful forces that outdoor equipment and components face. Fading finishes and yellowing plastic are easy to see on the surface. However, UV damage penetrates materials at the molecular level, breaking polymer chains through…
The steady hum of a generator may seem harmless until it becomes a design constraint. In power generation systems, noise is more than an unavoidable byproduct. It is often the result of vibration, structural resonance, and airborne sound transmission through…
Prototyping foam and other flexible materials is a much different process than that for other industrial products. Rigid materials can be prototyped through CNC milling, injection molds, or 3D printing A well-designed product prototype does more than just show what…
Having 3M™ Preferred Converter status allows American Flexible Products (AFP) to custom-convert 3M-branded products for our customers’ individual projects. Being a 3M Preferred Converter also gives us access to 3M-certified specialists and support, ensuring your products are produced precisely and…
At American Flexible Products, we provide expertise across multiple converting processes, including precision methods for cutting, splitting, slitting, and bonding. Each process has unique strengths, from edge quality and tolerances to production volume and material compatibility. Understanding the options can…
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) failures are rarely sudden and catastrophic events. In reality, EMI shielding issues quietly degrade performance long before a device fails. In this article, we’ll explore how shielding fails at seams, joints, and access points before the enclosure…
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