Kate Gluck

Medical Adhesive Tapes Applications for Custom Die Cutting

Precision die-cut foams, non-wovens, and medical-grade adhesives are used in medical component assembly, device attachment, on-body medical devices, surgical dressing, incise drape solutions, and more. Various products exist to support the medical device industry, from nonwoven, breathable medical tapes that comfortably conform to human skin to non-irritating medical-grade acrylics to attach or assemble medical devices. Here we highlight just a handful of the hundreds of industry-leading pressure-sensitive adhesives and tapes...

4 Gasket Materials for Mid-Range Temperature Sealing

Die-cut gaskets can play a critical role in the overall performance and safety of a part or product. They can endure harsh environments and provide long-lasting, tight seals against air, moisture,

Preventing Gasket Failure Part 3: Environment

Today, manufacturers can choose from a wide range of gasket materials that can endure a combination of environmental conditions. This post highlights five of the most common environmental requirements and some of the materials best suited to address them.

Preventing Gasket Failure Part 2: Durometer

Proper material selection ensures the longevity of a gasket and the major parts a gasket supports. Improper design or incorrect material specifications can cause a gasket to fail, which reduces the life, safety, and effectiveness of the entire product. In part one of this series, we examine the importance of considering compression set when selecting gasketing material. Today, we’ll highlight durometer.

A Look at Berry Global’s Polyken 3621A

In order to provide our customers with up-to-date information straight from the material manufacturer, JBC Technologies recently spoke with Brian Hall, Business Development Manager, Medical, for Berry Global Inc. regarding the key features of Polyken 3621A, an industry-leading, polyurethane non-woven long-term wear adhesive tape solution for the medical industry.

Q & A with Berry Global: Adhesives for Wearable Medical Devices

Selecting the right medical adhesive is vital to the wearability and durability of any medical device. It is particularly important when patient comfort comes into play. This Q&A with Brian Hall, Business Development Manager, Medical, for Berry Global Inc. covers some of the most important factors in selecting the right adhesive for on-body wearable medical devices.