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3M High Temperature VHB Tape for Pre-Paint Applications

Powder coat and liquid painting are common finishing processes used in the fabrication of architectural metal panels to achieve the desired aesthetic appearance. The panel …

Understanding Die Cut Silicone Products

In our April 3, 2018 blog post, we discussed silicone materials and the properties that make them unique. As a quick review, we pointed out that …

How Material Selection Affects Die Cut Part Costs

As mentioned in an earlier blog post, material selection, types of equipment used, and form factor or part presentation all affect the cost of die …

Benefits of Acrylic Foam Tapes for Utility Trailer Fabrication

A utility trailer is an important piece of equipment for their owners. It might be transporting tools or equipment to a job site, or it …

Understanding Adhesive Failures

Adhesive bonded joints, whether made using pressure-sensitive tapes or liquid adhesives, can experience failure. Oftentimes, the comments we hear are, “It’s not sticking,” “It’s coming …

Understanding Die Cutting Costs

Die cutting costs are driven by three main factors: Material Selection Processing Equipment Form Factor or Part Presentation Material Selection The material (or materials) that …

Re-Glazing Curtain Wall Units With 3M Structural Glazing Tape

In our last blog post, we went through the process to de-glaze unitized and cassette curtain wall units that had been previously glazed using 3M’s …

Deglazing Curtain Wall Systems Using 3M Structural Glazing Tape

Deglazing is never a popular topic when it comes to curtain wall or window wall systems. But sometimes, things go wrong and you can’t afford …

3M 4918 for Glass to Glass Partition Bonding

Thick film acrylic adhesive tapes are ideal alternatives to sealants for glass to glass partitions and shower enclosures. They provide a nearly invisible bond line …

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