Don’t Let Tariffs Dictate Your Design: An Engineer’s Guide to Smarter Sourcing 09/03/25 You’ve spent months perfecting a design. Every component has been modeled, tested and specified for performance and reliability. You’ve sourced a proven material—maybe a specialized ... READ MORE
Beyond Tariffs: Why a Diversified Supplier Network Is Your Supply Chain’s Best Insurance 09/03/25 In supply chain management, the lowest piece price used to be king. For years, sourcing from a single low-cost country—often China—seemed like the smartest way ... READ MORE
How Material Innovation is Powering the Next Generation of Medical Wearables 08/04/25 Skin-friendly adhesives, breathable films and how precision converting supports the design of safe, comfortable and effective medical wearables. The future of healthcare is wearable. From ... READ MORE
White Room vs. Clean Room: Key Differences and How to Choose the Right Environment for Your Medical or Technical Product 08/04/25 Understanding Controlled Environments in Medical and Technical Converting If you’re designing a medical device, sensor, or diagnostic patch, you’ve likely heard of clean rooms and ... READ MORE
Battery End Plate Pads Built for Real-World BESS Demands 08/01/25 Designing battery energy storage systems (BESS) for 20+ years of performance isn’t just about capacity or efficiency—it’s about ensuring every component performs reliably under mechanical ... READ MORE
Top 7 Questions Procurement Should Ask Suppliers in Today’s Tariff Environment 07/18/25 And How Sur-Seal Is Answering Them Tariff volatility isn’t just a finance problem; it’s a supply chain problem. Procurement teams today face a complex web ... READ MORE
What Are the Benefits of a Bonded Warehouse? 07/18/25 How Sur-Seal Uses This Strategic Tool to Help Customers Navigate Tariff Volatility When tariffs change seemingly overnight, manufacturers are often left scrambling. Import costs can ... READ MORE
Understanding Silicone Elastomers and Their Role in Engineering 06/09/25 Silicone elastomers are essential materials in modern engineering, providing flexibility, durability and high-performance capabilities across various industries. Their compressibility, combined with a broad range of ... READ MORE
Choosing the Right Stick-to-Skin Adhesive: A Guide for Medical Device Innovators 06/09/25 When developing wearable medical devices, your adhesive is just as critical as your sensor, substrate or housing. Skin isn’t a static surface—it’s warm, porous, and ... READ MORE