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Durability & Performance with ISOLOSS™ LS Shock Absorbing Foams

Designing reliable products that endure various pressures is challenging, but the right materials make all the difference. ISOLOSS™ LS foams offer versatile solutions for gasketing, energy control,...

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Electrically Conductive Tapes for EMI Shielding & Grounding

The electronics industry continues to evolve, powering everything from mobile devices to life-monitoring systems. However, these devices are vulnerable to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), extreme...

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Metal nameplates: A built-to-last material choice for product identification

Material choice for critical equipment nameplates is crucial for safety, efficiency, and compliance. Metal nameplates stand out for their reliability and durability in harsh conditions, offering...

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Melrose case study: Medical device rapid prototyping

Medical device prototype challenge Melrose recently had a customer contact us with an interesting challenge. They needed a rapid prototype for a critical design review meeting with their client. The...

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Overlay solution for a backlit electronic device

Our client requires an overlay solution for a backlit electronic device. They need a combination of opacity and translucency to create a specific backlit graphic. Read on to learn about the problem...

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Conductive thermal pad solution with a minimal lead time

The customer was looking for a conductive thermal pad solution for their assembly, but current materials carry excessively long lead times. The Challenge Need to find a product that meets the...

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Foam supply issues in outdoor device manufacturing solved!

Overview Melrose listened to manufacturers of outdoor devices, who expressed concern about how difficult the supply of foam parts has become in recent years. Like many commodities, foam became a pain...

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Graphic Overlay Materials

Graphic overlays and second-surface printed labels are most often produced using materials such as polycarbonate or polyester. Polyester is the preferred overlay material when the overlay will flex...

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The essential guide to foams for gaskets and die-cutting applications

Gaskets and die-cuts are the key components ensuring the integrity and performance of countless applications. Gaskets are pre-formed seals that prevent fluids, gases, or dust from seeping between two...

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Silicone rubber keypads: An excellent interface choice for challenging projects.

The demanding requirements of marine, defense, and industrial applications necessitate user interfaces that can withstand harsh conditions. In such unforgiving environments, ordinary materials...

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Sustainability in print manufacturing | For a greener future

In an era of mounting environmental concerns, businesses and consumers are making conscious choices toward sustainability. This includes product identification, where the choice of materials and...

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How do die-cut components dampen noise and vibration?

BSR (buzz, squeak, and rattle) is a term used across industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics to describe the continuous noise or unpleasant squeaky sound that users may hear while...

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How do die-cut components help in thermal management?

As electronic devices and equipment become smaller, engineers and designers face a range of new challenges. One of them concerns the dissipation of heat. Every electronic device emits heat. If its...

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What is silver migration and why is it important for your keypad?

Are you building a product that might be exposed to moisture or used in a humid environment? You’re probably wondering what choice of membrane switches you should consider to counter the adverse...

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What are gaskets and when to consider them for your keypad?

The internal structure of a keypad has a significant impact on the overall experience a user will have while operating it. Manufacturers use different mounting styles to achieve the desired effects...

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Polycarbonate vs. polyester labels – which one should you pick?

Graphic overlays and second surface printed labels are a common component of many applications today. Most of the time, manufacturers choose polycarbonate or polyester as their material for label...

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What is an anti-shatter screen? Definition and benefits

Anti-shatter coating is a critical measure for protecting the touchscreen if you expect that users of your device might drop it and cause the screen to shatter. This happens to smartphone users very...

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How to protect your display? 5 technologies for protecting device displays

Displays are often the most important component in an application. Consider devices such as smartphones or tablets – without the display, they would lose all their functionality. At the same time,...

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Pressure sensitive labels – what are they and when to use them?

Pressure-sensitive labels are a cost-effective solution for a wide range of applications. They are a great option for products that have moderate environmental demands but require attractive and...

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What are stainless steel nameplates? Benefits and use cases

Stainless steel nameplates are considered one of the best choices thanks to durability and resistance against many environmental factors. Since stainless steel offers extraordinary durability in even...