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Die-Cut Aerogel Alternatives for Mitigating Thermal Runaway in Battery Applications

Thanks to their lightweight, thermally insulative properties, aerogels have long been a popular solution for thermal runaway mitigation in battery packs. However, the handling concerns associated with aerogels, coupled with their high price tag, has battery manufacturers looking for high-performance alternatives. In this blog, we're highlighting four die-cut stand-ins for aerogels that provide thermal runaway mitigation in a lightweight, affordable package.

The Definitive Guide to Die-Cutting for Wearable Devices and Stick-to-Skin Products

Great wearable device design doesn't end at the prototyping phase. Ensuring your device's design is aligned with downstream die-cutting processes is critical for ensuring proper functionality and manufacturability. Learn all about what goes into die-cutting for wearable medical devices in this comprehensive E-Book, including machine and process capabilities, adhesive selection, and cleanliness requirements to help you avoid costly setbacks and redesigns.

Specialty Materials for Lightweighting in Aerospace Applications

In aerospace manufacturing, every ounce counts. Manufacturers are constantly seeking lightweight materials that help save weight without sacrificing performance. Building on our last material spotlight blog, we're highlighting lightweight die-cut materials that solve a wide variety of aerospace challenges, including brightness mitigation, thermal management, acoustic insulation, and EMI/RFI Shielding.

Faces of JBC: Andy Brady

In this Faces of JBC, we got a chance to talk to Andy Brady, the General Manager of our Madison, Wisconsin Center of Excellence. From working his way up from machine operator to general manager to his time on a dance competition TV show in the 80s, take a minute to learn what makes Andy a special part of the JBC Team.

Die-Cut Flexible Materials: Lighter, Scalable, Aerospace EMI/RFI Solutions

Electromagnetic and radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI) is everywhere. For aerospace manufacturers, finding the right EMI/RFI shielding solution with enough dielectric strength to shield sensitive electronics without adding unnecessary weight can be a challenging task. In this blog, we take a look at five flexible, lightweight die-cut alternatives to traditional metal EMI/RFI shielding options.

Performance Materials for Brightness Mitigation in Satellites

As orbital satellites continue to fill our night skies, aerospace manufacturers have been finding innovative material solutions to brightness mitigation challenges, helping prevent satellites from obscuring the view of scientists on Earth attempting to study the sky. From silicone microchannel adhesives to lightweight, reflective films, this blog highlights innovative materials that satellite manufacturers are using to eliminate light pollution without sacrificing performance or functionality.