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Raw Materials

Foam

Pockets of air make it lighter in weight than rubber; good for packing, insulating, and sealing

Rubber

Compresses and bounces back to shape; often used for sealing, cushioning, and shock absorbing

Plastic

A lightweight alternative to metal and glass

Steel

Strong, machinable, and weldable but lacks corrosion resistance

Aluminum

Lightweight, easy to machine, and corrosion resistant in wet environments

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Resists corrosion and chemicals in most environments

Felt

Thicker and more absorbent than fabric for insulating, polishing, cushioning, and gasketing

Brass

More machinable than copper and bronze for making nuts, hinges, and locks

Fabric

Use to cover, clean, and insulate objects

Copper

The most conductive of our metals, it excels in all types of electrical applications

Wood

Commonly used to build ramps, crates, and prototypes or to make repairs

Fiberglass

A lightweight alternative to metal and wood widely used in electrical and structural applications

Garolite

A strong, machinable alternative to metal and plastic widely used in circuit boards and gears

Nickel

An upgrade from stainless steel that withstands harsh chemicals and acids at high temperatures

Bronze

With better wear resistance than copper and brass, it’s used for bearings, gears, and pump parts

Carbon Fiber

The strongest composite we offer; comparable in strength to 6061 aluminum but lighter in weight

Leather

Durable and long lasting; often used for belting, lacing, and sealing applications

Tungsten

Our densest metal resists wear and heat to make end mills, heat shields, electrodes, and more

Titanium

The most corrosion-resistant metal we offer, with very high strength relative to its weight

Lead

A dense insulator often used to shield against radiation and absorb sound and vibration

Glass

Clear and highly heat and chemical resistant; often used in sights, lighting, and lab equipment

Ceramic

Hard and wear resistant, it also withstands corrosion and high temperatures

Kevlar

Super tough for protection against prolonged wear and abrasion

Platinum

Conductive and formable, it resists extreme heat for use in parts such as thermocouple probes

Hard Fiber

Chemically treated to be hard and dense, this is the easiest composite to machine in our offering

Tin

Soft and malleable for forming gaskets and filters; also mixes with other metals to make solder

Zinc

Draws corrosion away from nearby metal; an alternative to lead for sound barriers and vibration dampers

Graphite

Compressible or conductive for making high-temperature seals, furnace parts, and crucibles

Cobalt

Slides against other materials without wearing and sticking; resists impact and rapid temperature changes

Mica

An electrical insulator that resists high temperatures; use in circuit breakers and heating elements

Carbon

An electrical conductor that’s often used in electronics and sensors

Molybdenum

Retains its shape and strength in extreme temperatures and conducts heat and electricity

Tantalum

Conductive with a higher melting point than most metals, it’s often used in heating elements

Niobium

Conductive, corrosion resistant, and strong, even at extremely high and low temperatures

Sealing

Gasket Tape

Stick in place around doors, enclosures, and vents to create a leak-resistant seal

Gasket Material

Gasket Material

Cut custom shapes and sizes to fill gaps between flat surfaces

Edge Seals

Block dust, water, and wind from entering the gaps around doors and windows

Rope Seals

Insulate the edges of oven, furnace, and boiler doors to keep heat in

Sealants

Fill and seal gaps in metal, plastic, wood, and other materials

Thread Sealants

Thread Sealants

Create a seal between threaded connections to prevent loosening from vibration

Backer Rods

Insert into gaps before caulking to reduce how much sealant you need and improve adhesion

Building and Machinery Hardware

Edge Trim

Install on panels, boards, signs, and mirrors to protect edges from impact

Surface Guards

Protect walls and other flat surfaces from impact

Wear Plates

Often used on conveyors to reduce friction where parts bump into equipment to extend service life

Bumpers

Absorb impact to protect equipment and surfaces from dents and scuffs

Corner Guards

Shield corners on walls and other surfaces from impact

Protective Film

Protective Film

Temporarily adhere to surfaces to protect them from scratches, nicks, and dirt

Wall Bases

Protect the bottom of walls from foot traffic and impact

Panel Connecting Trim

Panel Connecting Trim

Connect two panels while protecting the edges from damage

Tubing Guards

Safeguard pipe, tubing, and other round equipment from impact

Door Kick Plates

Door Kick Plates

Protect door bases from foot traffic and equipment; also known as armor and mop plates

Door Edge Plates

Door Edge Plates

Reinforce door edges to guard them against damage from foot traffic and equipment

Door Strips

Hang from mounting plates to create strip doors, or replace worn strips in an existing door

Strip Doors

Keep hot or cold air in and dust and debris out while allowing people to move through doorways

Strip Door Mounting Plates

Strip Door Mounting Plates

Bolt or press door strips on these plates to create strip doors

Thresholds

Transition between flooring surfaces and reduce gaps between doors and floors

Weatherstripping

Weatherstripping

Seal gaps around doors, windows, and frames

Door Drip Guards

Door Drip Guards

Divert rain and snow away from door openings

Threshold Ramps

Threshold Ramps

Create a gradual incline between uneven floor surfaces for wheelchairs and other wheeled equipment

Hand Grips

Cover handles so they're more comfortable and secure to hold

Bolt-Together Framing and Fittings

Bolt-Together Framing and Fittings

Fasten through equally spaced holes to build and adjust guards, tables, and racks

Strut Channel Framing and Fittings

Strut Channel Framing and Fittings

Secure fittings in the U-shaped channel to route conduit and pipe or build other structures

Window Film

Apply to windows for privacy, insulation, less glare, and a lower chance of shattering

Fastening and Joining

Tape

Bind, seal, and mark surfaces

Shim Stock

Cut into custom shapes for leveling and aligning fasteners, machinery components, and more

Shims

Align and space components on shafts, or level machinery, cabinets, and doors

Hook and Loop

Press to interlock pieces and fasten materials together

Snap-Together Fasteners

Snap-Together Fasteners

Mate the mushroom-shaped heads to join materials together with more holding power than hook and loop

Magnets

Attract or repel metal objects to hang, secure, or position them

Magnet-Receptive Sheets

Magnet-Receptive Sheets

Cut with scissors to form custom nonmetallic, nonmagnetic surfaces that magnets will stick to

Weld-Backing Tape

Weld-Backing Tape

Stick to the back of welding seams to contain spatter and prevent gases from weakening the weld

Measuring and Inspecting

Feeler Gauges

Check gaps and alignment between machine parts and other surfaces

Water Test Strips

Water Test Strips

Dip into water and a color change indicates chemicals, pH, and other conditions

pH Testing Paper

pH Testing Paper

Check pH levels without a meter

Material Handling

Webbing

Create straps for holding cargo in place

Strapping

Secure pallet loads, crates, and packages for transit

Conveyor Pulley Coatings

Conveyor Pulley Coatings

Add friction to help conveyor belts stay on pulleys

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Pipe Insulation

Pipe Insulation

Fit around pipe, tubing, and tanks to reduce heat loss or condensation

Pipe Insulation Repair Strips

Pipe Insulation Repair Strips

Patch and protect damaged pipe insulation

Pipe Insulation Jacketing

Pipe Insulation Jacketing

Guard pipe insulation from impact, moisture, and corrosion

Thermal Insulation Sheets

Thermal Insulation Sheets

Line the walls of furnaces, freezers, ductwork, and buildings to keep heat in or out

Heat Barriers

Protect equipment and surfaces from damage caused by nearby heat sources

Communication

Bulletin Boards

Bulletin Boards

Pin up messages and announcements

Labels

Stick onto items to identify or convey information about them

Tamper-Evident Seals

Tamper-Evident Seals

Secure hasps, latches, and other connections to visibly indicate tampering

Marking Tape

Stick to floors and pavement to outline equipment, make parking spaces, and identify safety zones

Signs

Everything from accident prevention to traffic control to exit signs

Safety Equipment

Vibration-Damping Sheets

Vibration-Damping Sheets

Stick to duct, housings, and other vibrating equipment to reduce noise

Acoustic Insulation

Acoustic Insulation

Absorb sound to quiet noisy areas and machines

Sound Barrier Sheets

Sound Barrier Sheets

Block and reflect noise to keep it from reaching other parts of your facility

Hard Hat Liners

Hard Hat Liners

Layer under your hard hat for extra warmth

Curtains

Pull shut to protect against dust, weld spatter, heat, and splashing liquid

Electrical

Cable Ramps

Protect cable and cords in areas with pedestrian and equipment traffic

Outlet Strips

Plug in multiple devices to power them from a single outlet

Thermal Interface Material

Thermal Interface Material

Dissipate heat away from electronic components

Battery Chargers

Battery Chargers

Charge everything from large-cell to cordless tool to household batteries

Fluid Handling

Filter Mesh

Strain particles out of various substances

Sintered Filters

Sintered Filters

Tiny holes let particles such as air, gas, and vapor pass through while trapping contaminants

Wraparound Heaters

Wraparound Heaters

Wrap around drums, pails, and other containers to indirectly warm their contents

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Steel Hat Channel

Steel Hat Channel

Creates space for insulation inside walls and ceilings

Fence Screens

Attach to a fence to obscure the view

Fabricating and Machining

Sandpaper

Add to sanders, sanding blocks, and other tools to create a smooth finish on work surfaces

Prototyping Foam

Prototyping Foam

Carve, mill, or sand into lightweight parts for testing

File Handles

Push, twist, or clamp onto file tangs to securely grip files

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Metal Panels

Close off openings in structures while allowing air to pass through

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