Why Industry Leaders Trust ABLE: Partnering with 3M, Saint-Gobain, Rogers & Laird to Deliver Advanced Converting Solutions
Selecting the right material is an important first step in product development. But for many manufacturers, getting that material into the right shape, thickness, configuration and finished component is critical.
This is where precision converting makes a difference.
ABLE combines more than 50 years of converting experience with preferred partnerships with leading material manufacturers including 3M, Saint-Gobain, Rogers Corporation and Laird Performance Materials. These partnerships give manufacturers access to advanced materials while ABLE’s converting expertise turns those materials into application-ready components for demanding industries.
From medical-grade adhesives and aerospace insulation to Rogers PORON® cushioning and Laird thermal and EMI materials, ABLE helps engineers move from material selection to finished part with precision.
The result is more than a material. It is a custom-converted component designed around the requirements of the application.
Why Material Partnerships Matter in Modern Manufacturing
Advanced materials are often developed to solve highly specific engineering challenges. A medical adhesive may need to provide reliable adhesion while remaining suitable for a wearable device. A thermal interface material may need to fill a precise gap between components. A foam may need to provide cushioning, sealing or vibration management without taking up unnecessary space.
The material itself is only part of the solution.
Manufacturers also need to consider:
- Part geometry
- Material thickness
- Adhesive placement
- Tolerances
- Layer configuration
- Surface requirements
- Production volume
- Assembly method
- Environmental conditions
- Regulatory or quality requirements
A precision converter bridges the gap between the material manufacturer’s technology and the manufacturer’s final product.
ABLE’s preferred partnerships are particularly valuable because they provide access to material manufacturers’ technical expertise and resources. Our preferred relationships provide technical training, direct access to material experts, preferred access to new products and improved material sourcing.
That combination allows engineers to approach a project from both sides: what the material can do and how it needs to be converted to work in the final product.
What Makes ABLE Different as Preferred Converter?
For more than 50 years, ABLE has been a leader in the field of advanced material converting for industries where accuracy, reliability, and quality are critical requirements, providing specific, custom converting solutions for every application.
ABLE is a trusted preferred converter, collaborating with top material producers to ensure optimal material performance and manufacturing efficiency. Customers select ABLE for its decades of experience in the aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics and industrial markets, and its high level of equipment and quality management.
ABLE’s capabilities include precision die cutting, cleanroom fabrication, rapid prototyping, laser cutting, water-jet cutting, slitting, laminating, horizontal foam cutting, 3D printing, assembly and kitting, and more.
This gives customers a single converting partner capable of supporting projects from prototype development through production.
ABLE & 3M – Precision Adhesive and Medical Converting Solutions
3M is known for its extensive portfolio of adhesives, tapes, films and other engineered materials used across industrial, healthcare, electronics and other applications.
For medical device manufacturers, 3M offers medical component tapes and films across categories including adhesive transfer tapes, cloth tapes, foam tapes, plastic tapes, release liners, microfluidic diagnostic tapes and other specialised materials.
ABLE converts these materials into components designed around the needs of the finished product.
Where 3M and ABLE Solutions Can Add Value
Depending on the application, converted 3M materials can support:
- Medical device components
- Wearable healthcare devices
- Diagnostic products
- Industrial bonding
- Electronics
- Automotive assemblies
- Aerospace applications
- Mounting and attachment systems
- Sealing and protection
3M’s industrial tape portfolio also includes bonding, mounting, transfer and foam tape technologies designed to address challenges such as temperature, chemicals, moisture and demanding production environments.
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Read the dedicated article on Precision 3M Medical Tape Converting Solutions with ABLE to learn more about medical tape converting.
ABLE & Saint-Gobain – Aerospace, EV and High-Performance Material Solutions
Saint-Gobain develops high-performance materials designed for applications where lightweight construction, durability, insulation, sealing and protection are essential.
Its aerospace portfolio, for example, includes tapes for bonding, sealing and insulation, along with materials designed to address demanding requirements such as temperature resistance, vibration, corrosion, fluids, flammability and dielectric performance.
ABLE’s precision converting capabilities help transform these materials into custom components that can be integrated into aircraft, vehicles, electronics and industrial systems.
Precision Converting for Aerospace
Aerospace applications often require tight tolerances and consistent production. ABLE offers die cutting, laser cutting, water-jet cutting, slitting and laminating capabilities that can be selected according to the material and application.
For materials where heat could affect performance, water-jet cutting provides a cold cutting process without a heat-affected zone. ABLE specifically highlights water-jet cutting as a strong option for aerospace applications requiring clean, precise edges and complex shapes.
For thin materials and intricate geometries, laser cutting can provide flexibility during prototyping and short- to medium-volume production. ABLE also notes that material characteristics must be considered when selecting laser cutting because some foams can experience heat-related edge effects.
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Read How ABLE & Saint-Gobain Help Solve Aerospace Manufacturing Challenges for a deeper look at aerospace applications.
ABLE & Rogers Corporation – Advanced Foam and Thermal Management Solutions
Rogers Corporation is known for its engineered foams, thermal interface materials and advanced elastomeric solutions, which are converted into precision components that are incorporated into numerous industries where vibration control, sealing and thermal management are paramount, including:
- Precision components with high thermal stability and reliability support battery systems.
- Aerospace interiors use converted materials that enhance safety, comfort and performance.
- Industrial equipment with long-lasting parts that enhance equipment efficiency and minimize wear.
- Electronic devices are precision component-based products that play a key role in signal protection and thermal management.
- Automotive components are designed to perform effectively under extreme conditions.
ABLE & Laird – EMI Shielding and Thermal Management Expertise
Modern electronics face two interconnected challenges: heat and electromagnetic interference.
As electronic systems become smaller and more powerful, engineers need materials that can help transfer heat away from sensitive components while also protecting systems from unwanted electromagnetic interference.
This is an area where Laird Performance Materials has significant expertise.
Laird’s portfolio includes thermal interface materials, gap fillers, EMI shielding materials, absorbers, conductive materials and multifunctional solutions. Its materials are used to address increasing thermal loads and EMI challenges in increasingly dense electronic systems.
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Read ABLE & Laird: Thermal Management Solutions for Electronics and EV Applications to learn more about thermal management applications.
ABLE’s Precision Converting Capabilities
The success of every partnership depends on manufacturing expertise. ABLE combines industry-leading materials with advanced converting technologies to deliver complete precision converting solutions for complex applications.
Core capabilities include:
- Precision die cutting
- Laser cutting
- Waterjet cutting
- Router knife cutting
- Laminating
- Slitting
- Foam fabrication
- Rapid prototyping
- ISO-certified cleanroom manufacturing
- High-volume production
These capabilities allow ABLE to support projects ranging from prototype development to full-scale manufacturing across medical converting, aerospace converting, EV converting, electronics and industrial applications.
Why Choose ABLE as Your Custom Converting Partner?
Working with a preferred converter can provide advantages that go beyond access to materials.
Access to Leading Material Technologies
ABLE’s preferred partnerships provide customers access to materials from established manufacturers across adhesives, foams, thermal management, EMI shielding, insulation and other categories.
Technical Collaboration
ABLE’s relationships with material manufacturers provide access to technical expertise and training, helping its team work through complex material and converting challenges.
One-Stop Converting
From die cutting and laminating to laser cutting, water-jet cutting, prototyping and assembly, ABLE can support multiple stages of a project.
Prototype to Production
ABLE’s in-house rapid prototyping capabilities help manufacturers evaluate parts before moving into production.
Industry-Focused Quality
ABLE supports demanding industries including aerospace, electronics, medical and renewable energy, with quality systems and clean manufacturing capabilities suited to specific applications.
Turning Advanced Materials into Better Products
The performance of an advanced material ultimately depends on how effectively it is integrated into the final product.
3M brings adhesive and tape technologies. Saint-Gobain brings high-performance materials for applications such as aerospace, insulation, sealing and protection. Rogers develops specialised elastomeric materials such as PORON® and BISCO®. Laird brings expertise in thermal management, EMI shielding and multifunctional electronic protection.
ABLE connects these technologies with the manufacturing process.
Through precision die cutting, laser cutting, water-jet cutting, laminating, slitting, foam cutting, prototyping and assembly, ABLE turns advanced materials into application-specific components that are easier to integrate into real-world products.
For engineers and manufacturers, that means having a converting partner capable of helping solve the entire challenge—not simply supplying the material.
If you’re evaluating a material, developing a prototype or looking for a production-ready custom component, ABLE can help you determine the right material and converting process for your application. Contact ABLE to discuss your next project.
References:
https://able123converting.com/blog/how-able-transforms-industries-with-custom-converting-solutions/
https://able123converting.com/blog/able-diverse-capabilities-for-custom-converting-solutions/
