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PSA Adhesive Pros And Cons: What You Need To Know

Ever heard of a PSA adhesive? If not, Conversion Technologies International has the information you need. What is a PSA adhesive? A PSA adhesive is an alternative to classic industrial adhesive products. Rather than activating it with processes like dipping, rolling, or coating, the PSA adhesive remains ready for application. "PSA" ...read more

Acrylic Pressure Sensitive Adhesive: The Pros And Cons

You’ve probably heard, broadly, about pressure sensitive adhesives. But what sets acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive apart? Conversion Technologies International can walk you through. What is a pressure sensitive adhesive? A pressure sensitive adhesive is fairly similar to a standard adhesive. It differs in that it requires a specific type of activation—in ...read more

Doctor Blade Coating: How It Works, And Why We Use It

Curious about doctor blade coating? No worries. Conversion Technologies International has the details. What is doctor blade coating? Doctor blade coating is a specific type of coating that's reliant on a knife (or "doctor blade"). We use the blade to spread viscous coatings across a substrate, ensuring the layer is as smooth and ...read more

Blade Coating, How It Works, And What You Need To Know

The blade coating process has a broad impact on the industrial manufacturing industry—and Conversion Technologies International knows a thing or two about that! Allow us to break it down below. What is a coating blade? Sometimes, we refer to a coating blade as a doctor blade. It's a remarkably precise knife ...read more

Pressure Sensitive Adhesives: What You Need To Know

You might have heard about pressure sensitive adhesives lately… and there’s a good reason for that. Learn more with tips from Conversion Technologies International. How do pressure sensitive adhesives work? What makes a pressure sensitive adhesive different from its classic alternative is in it's name itself: the pressure. You activate the ...read more

Knife Over Roll Coating Process: How Does It Work?

The knife over roll coating process may seem complicated, but with the right manufacturing partner, you don't have to worry about it. Conversion Technologies International has the info you need. Check it out! What is the knife over roll coating process? The knife over roll coating process fits under a larger ...read more

Coating and Laminating Solutions: How To Know Your Options

You'll find a number of coating and laminating solutions available on the market. The question is, which one suits your needs? And how can you execute them? That's what Conversion Technologies International is here for. Let's dive in. What's the difference between coating and laminating solutions? There are many differences between coating ...read more

Matte Lamination: How To Get The Results You’re Looking For

You might think you know what matte lamination looks like. But do you know what it fully entails, and what truly sets it apart from its alternatives? Do you know if it’s the right protective covering for your product? Find out with Conversion Technologies International.     What is matte lamination? ...read more

What A Plastic Film Manufacturer Has To Do With Third Party Manufacturing

Whether you’re curious about industrial laminate or finding a plastic film manufacturer, outsourced manufacturing can be confusing—at first. At Conversion Technologies International, we’re ready to introduce you to what outsourcing really looks like. And in the end, we’re confident you’ll see the benefits. What is contract coating? When you consider the ...read more

Contract Coating Services: What Makes Them Different?

The coating process can be quite complicated. There are many types of industrial coating methods and solutions available. The broadest categories include hot melt, water-based, and general coatings—and depending on the type of business you’re running, you may have to utilize all of them at some point. For many business owners, ...read more