Die Cutting vs Laser Cutting

Die cutting vs laser cutting compared: when each method works best, cost considerations, and material compatibility for manufacturing.

Die Cutting Tolerances Guide

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High-Volume Manufacturing Methods

Estimated Read Time: 8 minutes When your product demand scales beyond prototype quantities, choosing the right manufacturing method becomes critical to your bottom line. The difference between selecting die cutting versus injection molding or stamping can mean thousands of dollars saved per production run, faster time-to-market, and the ability to maintain tight tolerances across millions […]

EMI Shielding Materials Guide

Electromagnetic interference threatens critical electronics from medical devices to aerospace systems. Selecting the correct EMI gasket material is crucial for both performance and compliance. With 70+ years of precision die-cutting and direct engineering support, Colvin-Friedman provides industry-tested guidance across aerospace, medical, telecom, and automotive applications to help engineers select materials with confidence. Request an EMI […]

Average Die-Cutting Machine Price: 2025 Report

The die-cutting machine market continues to expand at a robust pace, driven by increasing automation across the packaging and manufacturing sectors. With global market value projected to reach $18.5 billion in 2025 and growing at 8.5% annually through 2030, understanding current pricing trends becomes essential for businesses evaluating equipment investments or outsourcing decisions. This comprehensive […]

EMI Shielding Gaskets: What to Know

In today’s electronics-heavy world, electromagnetic interference (EMI) can cripple product performance, fail compliance testing, derailing entire product launches. For engineers designing everything from medical devices to aerospace systems, EMI shielding gaskets represent a critical line of defense, but only when they’re manufactured with precision and tailored to specific applications. In this article, we’ll explore the […]

Die Cutting Materials Guide

A wrong material choice can add weeks to a launch or cut part life in half; the right one keeps tolerances tight and costs in check. Colvin-Friedman converts eight broad substrate families on rotary lines that can hold ±0.005″ or flat-beds that handle thicker composites without creep. Below you’ll find the pros, cons, and go-to […]

Types of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives: A Guide

Reading Time: 10 minutes Pressure-sensitive adhesives are engineered for specific constraints, but with only five families and hundreds of possible applications, it can be a struggle to prioritize feature fit. Use this guide to zero in on the right fit and avoid downstream surprises with coverage of: Quick Reference: The Four+One Families The dominant features […]