Maintaining Die Cut Tolerances: A Straight-Forward Guide
Maintaining tight die cutting tolerances is imperative! However, holding tight die cutting tolerances can be a challenge when cutting flexible, soft, and thick materials. At Frank Lowe, we’re proud to be the leading die cutting and custom manufacturing firm. We use cutting-edge techniques and innovative equipment to maintain the tightest die cutting tolerances — even […]
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6 Attributes You Should Look for in a Custom Gasket Manufacturer
If your business needs gaskets for different manufacturing and/or machine maintenance functions on a regular basis, it’s imperative to choose a custom gasket manufacturer who can consistently meet your needs and exceed your expectations. While there are several custom gasket manufacturers out there who may have the equipment to create custom gaskets, not all manufacturers […]
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Simple Guide to Choosing the Best Gaskets Materials
While they are low cost and appear to be simple, the value of choosing the best gasket material — such as expanded ptfe, vegetable fiber, or flexible graphite —cannot be understated. Even so, the custom gasket material is often not reviewed until there is gasket failure or if there is a high maintenance cost associated […]
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Put a Ring on It! The Types of Rubber Gaskets We Love
When it comes to the different types of rubber gaskets, it would be almost impossible to name every single elastomer and application. Simply put, rubber gaskets are one of the most popular and varied types of gaskets. Rubber gaskets can be classified in a myriad of different ways, and one of the most common ways to […]
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How Are Gaskets Made? Read on to Find Out!
When it comes to how gaskets are made, several processes and fabrication techniques can be used. How do you know which manufacturing process is best for your gasket? The experts at Frank Lowe can help. We’ll first help you select the best gasket material based on the environment and unique demands of the application. Then we’ll […]
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Which Die Cutting Techniques Are the Best?
Are you looking for the best die cutting techniques for your component or application? When it comes to the best die cutting techniques, there are hardly ever any one-size fits-all solutions. Instead, the best die cutting technique will be relative to your project and the most important attributes. Fortunately, you don’t have to do it alone. […]
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Watch Out! Don’t Make These Die Cut Gasket Mistakes
Die cut gaskets are literally everywhere, and manufacturers should have an in depth understanding of the performance of these components. However, not all die cut gaskets are created equally. In fact, there are a range of factors that can contribute to the overall performance of your gasket and product. Let’s look at a few tips you […]
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How JAS Powder Coating Used Shipping Pads to Boost Their Business
Situated in the Sunshine State, JAS Powder Coating is one of the premier service provider of powder coating solutions in the Broward County, Fort Lauderdale, and South Florida area. They provide metal finishing services to enhance, protect, and beautify a range of metal products. Recently, JAS Powder Coating partnered with Frank Lowe for our shipping pads. […]
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Frank Lowe Newsletter (May 2019): Insulated Glass Seal Pads & Chimney Blocks
At Frank Lowe, we’re dedicated to providing our customers with innovative, high-quality products.Our incredibly diverse and customizable fenestration products are perfect for nearly any residential, commercial, or architectural applications.Our setting blocks are available in a wide range of colors and materials and are the ideal solution for providing stress relief for installing insulated glass units […]
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Best Way to Reduce Damaged Product Returns
Are you concerned about the number of damaged product returns? If you have any level of quality control in your facility, your product has been inspected multiple times prior to leaving your facility. However, once it leaves your facility, it potentially passes through several different handlers and locations, which leaves more than enough room for […]
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