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Six Ways Acrylic Foam Tapes Outperform Mechanical Fasteners

Acrylic foam tapes outperform mechanical fasteners like screws and rivets in six important ways. Learn what they are and how to find die cut acrylic foam tapes that use 3M VHB high-bond tapes and AFTC SilverTape products. JBC has decades of expertise in material selection and precision die cutting.

Types of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs)

Pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) contain adhesive components that impart different properties in support of joining or fastening. By evaluating an adhesive’s advantages, disadvantages, and typical uses, you can make the right choice for your application. There are four main categories.

Understanding Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) Performance Properties

Pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) play an integral part in the functionality of many die-cut gaskets and seals. When evaluating stress, the most important performance properties to consider are peel adhesion, tack, and shear.

How to Choose the Right PSA for Your Die-Cut Components

Our experience has taught us that the more our clients know about the available materials – and what goes in to choosing them – the better we can help them make the right choice for their application, increasing end-product performance and customer satisfaction.

FDA USP VI Silicones for Medical Devices

FDA USP VI silicones meet strict standards for cleanliness and purity. JBC Technologies can source, convert, and die cut these elastomers for medical devices. Medical silicones that are platinum-cured have low levels of extractables, VOAs and other chemicals that can lead into the compound.

Medical Silicones and USP VI Biological Reactivity Tests, In Vivo

Medical silicones that pass USP VI Biological Reactivity Tests, In Vivo are safe for direct and indirect patient contact. JBC Technologies can source, convert, and die cut these specialty silicones for medical devices.