If you’re building a prototype or working on machinery and equipment, you know how important it is to have the right materials. When it comes to amazing substances, it’s tough to beat silicone, especially in the form of custom-cut silicone…
We work with many different types of substances in our manufacturing. One of the most popular is closed-cell sponge material. Closed-cell sponges are fabricated with air bubbles confined within the material. These air bubbles result in a strong, dense material…
What’s the first thing you think of when you hear the word Christmas? Flexible products, of course! Joking aside, there are plenty of flexible materials used in the manufacturing of Christmas decorations. Here are a few of them: Tinsel: Made…
This is an exciting milestone and we are so thankful to all of our customers, partners, and employees for playing a significant part in making it happen. Customer satisfaction has always been our main focus and will continue to be…
Rogers PORON is used in many industries, including communication, automotive and electronics. It’s even been used in the Hubble Space Telescope since its launch in 1990! If you’re considering using PORON for your devices or equipment, here are some benefits…
Plastics are a key component in things anywhere you go. In our shop, we use plastics for custom fabricating products that help our customers dampen sounds, insulate electrical components, protect surfaces and more. However, the advent of manufactured plastics is…
In today’s world, electronic devices and equipment need to be tested for EMI and EMC before being brought to market. But do you know the difference between the two? While they’re related, knowing the difference between EMI and EMC is…
AFP is an Authorized 3M™ Preferred Converter. This means we get to work with one of the top manufacturers in the US and use their long-lasting products in your components. Here are a few 3M products we use during manufacturing:…
During this COVID-19 pandemic, American Flexible Products has supplied protective face shields to many in the medical industry. Now, we’re making them available to businesses in other industries. What Are These Protective Face Shields For? These shields are intended to…
In your application, your gasket, seal or related flexible material may need to experience heavy compression cycling through its lifetime. Constant compression cycling requires a material to be capable of rebound with little physical strain on the part. The importance…
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