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Die-cut plastics without printing excel for applications where cost, durability, versatility, and environmental friendliness are important. On the other hand, die-cut plastics with printing are perfect for applications where aesthetics are important and the ink will not be exposed to wear and tear.

You likely know Melrose as your trusted industrial printer. To make those labels, nameplates, overlays, and membrane switches, we need expertise in not only printing but also laminating and cutting. Melrose makes a wide variety of die-cut plastic parts with no printing, that you might not normally think of us for. Discover some of these die-cut plastic solutions:

Spacers

Flexible Insulators

Heat Shields

Sound Filters

Mesh

Reflective Plastics

Anti-vandalism Fascia

Other Plastic Parts

Explore our article for insights into die-cut plastics, features, and applications: https://www.melrose-nl.com/blog/die-cut-plastics-guide/

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When choosing a medical membrane switch, consider biocompatibility, durability, ease of cleaning, tactile feedback, backlighting, and customization. Work with an experienced manufacturer to meet your specific needs: https://www.melrosesystems.com/get-in-touch/

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Durable stainless steel nameplates

Stainless steel nameplates have become a popular nameplate and label material of choice for manufacturing various applications. The major reason for its popularity is due to its durability factor. Stainless steel nameplates offer exceptional durability even in harsh environments.

It helps to provide operating instructions that last as long as their equipment. In addition, At Melrose, we place text and images about .003’’ below the top surface to increase the durability of the nameplate.

Apart from durability, the nameplates made using stainless steel offer more benefits like,

*Adding the nameplate easily through the welding process 

*Hygiene, as the slick metal structure makes bacteria difficult to adhere

*Attractive look with detailing - easy to convey the content etched or engraved

*Value for money - Because it needs less upkeep and repair. Explore more details about stainless steel nameplates so that you can consider the material for your next nameplate project: https://www.melrose-nl.com/products/industrial-nameplates/stainless-steel-labels-and-tags/

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With easy-to-scan comparison graphics, it is easier to make the right choice. The infographic we prepared for you will help pick the suitable category out of what is available in the market. 

Once you decide on the category, the next stage is to choose the model that meets the device's specifications. The details of the project are vital and require in-depth research. 

For example, if you are in the automotive industry and require a display for digital equipment with smooth motion handling plus a surface luminance of up to 850 cd/m2, then an STM32 LCD TFT display is a perfect choice.

For best results, request assistance from an expert in the manufacturing industry with experience handling various use-case scenarios. They shall analyze the project requirements precisely and provide the best solution. If you require such assistance, engineers @Melrose will guide you. Meanwhile, go through the display solution we offer for various project requirements: https://www.melrosesystems.com/products/display-solutions/

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Permanent labels

Every label project has its unique requirements to meet. Considering the type of label requires a customer to understand its features - the point of justification. Here are three features you need to know about permanent labels.

*Sleek & elegant: Thin and functional - sizes available from .002" to .004"

*Adhesive-backed: Range of high-quality adhesives available to meet environmental demands

*Versatile - Various materials available to choose

Learn more about permanent labels - their applications, custom types, and even request a sample from Melrose: https://www.melrose-nl.com/products/labels/thin-permanent-labels/ 

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Through our eyes, what we see registers as the first overview of a person. In the case of electrical equipment, what we see upfront will be the graphic overlays.

Overlays are found on the front panels of the equipment. Overlays serve as the lasting material, printed on the reverse of a transparent material. The design of graphic overlays safeguards the ink against deterioration while offering superior quality and value. Different materials are used to manufacture overlays and the process is completed using innovative finishing. To learn more about overlays and to access a free design guide, visit our website now: https://www.melrosesystems.com/products/keypads/membrane-switch/graphic-overlays/

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Meet, review, and collaborate

Recently, engineers at Melrose met with a new challenge - creating a new membrane switch prototype. A US-based customer required us to design a quick-turn membrane switch from a legacy sample.

We met the customer directly onsite and reviewed the project details to understand the requirements precisely. After review, our technical team was able to find an appropriate solution. We were able to be in touch with the customer at every stage of the project. Communication was very vital to achieve the outcome, which was very pleasing. Explore the case study to learn the solution and technical details: https://www.melrosesystems.com/case-studies/membrane-switch-prototype-design/

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MIL-SPEC nameplates adhere to the rigorous quality requirements established by our government, military, aerospace, and other industries that demand durable solutions. Some of the military standards followed by Melrose in manufacturing processes include,MIL-DTL-15024FMIL-P-19834BMIL-STD-130MMIL-STD-13231With a broader market space, the applications of military nameplates and labels are much wider. Learn more about these standards and various areas of application now: https://www.melrose-nl.com/products/industrial-nameplates/aluminum-nameplates/aviation-space-defense-nameplates/ Our nameplates meet these requirements, proven by independent test laboratories.

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Switches that do not operate well or malfunction cause headaches to the operators. Dust, harsh chemicals, water, or other contaminants cause the failure of membrane switches. 

Proper mounting style can resolve this failure during the design stage itself. A membrane switch gasket mounting is the best solution. 

A gasket mount is a mounting style that locates a gasket material between the plate and keypad housing. This material goes both on the top and bottom sides of the board. As a result, the board gets a more cushioned feel because the plate is not in direct contact with other metal components of the keypad. There are many similar design considerations to follow while designing or constructing a membrane switch. Make use of our free membrane switch design guide for the best results: https://www.melrosesystems.com/membrane-switch-design-guide/

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Display as an application user interface has numerous advantages over conventional interface models like quick accessibility, better visual clarity, easy-to-use, and customizability.

The most beneficial focus point is visualization via display interfaces - visual to life! With various models and specifications, the scope for a custom solution that fits the application requirements is boundless. 

Engineers at Melrose bring visuals to life with advanced display technology. Our experts analyze the products and requirements to provide the best solution. Explore our product catalog to witness the display choices available with us: https://www.melrosesystems.com/product-category/tft-lcd-displays/

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It's easy to connect STM32 TFT-LCD displays with multi-interfaces available on the evaluation board. The interfaces include,

-> Haptic feedback driver output

-> Expansion connector

-> RS232 & RS485 connectors

-> Expansion connector

-> Fully independent 2 x CAN FDs

-> USB connector

-> Fast-programming SWD port

-> RiBUS

With the above interface choices, STM32 is ideal for various industrial applications like instrument panels, aircraft cockpit displays, and signages.  Apart from the multi-interface availability, the display comes with numerous features; explore and take advantage of the highest resolution display on the market: https://www.melrosesystems.com/product-category/tft-lcd-displays/stm32-embedded-displays

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Industries have their own unique and stringent display standards to meet like durability, interface usability with gloves, scratch-proof, and more. Achieving the industry-specific requirements requires a better, enhanced, and easily-upgradable technology.

Melrose ensures it with an extended touch of customization - set no curbs to application designing! There are 7 optional but very critical factors for improved visibility and user experience of touch screen display modules.

Anti-reflective coating

Anti-fingerprint coating

Decorative Cover glass printing

OCA (Optically Clear Adhesive)  

Enhanced backlighting assembly

O-films 

BEF (Brightness Enhancement Film)

For more details, contact our advisor and share your thoughts about the project requirements: https://www.melrosesystems.com/get-in-touch/

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Ever caught into a moment where you pressed the key on a keyboard, but it did not register any action? This user-haunting situation is known as keyboard ghosting!

It's best not to press keys simultaneously or adjust the keyboard typing technique to minimize this issue. A keyboard with an anti-ghosting function is the best available solution for the ghosting issue.  Designer need to be careful while designing a keyboard, go through our quick design guide to about such various considerations: https://www.melrosesystems.com/membrane-switch-design-guide

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Get your custom prototype and die-cut components matching your project requirements in no time from Melrose engineers.  With a wide range of variants, the team is capable of manufacturing a mass quantity of products following advanced tooling and processes like,

Clamshell press

Laser cutting

Plotter cutting

Rotary cutting

Water jet

Laminating

Forming & scoring

Folding

Steel rule die-cutting

Class A hard tooling

Graphics printing/conductive inks

Soldering/assembling

Roll & sheet capabilities

You will also require top-grade support, perceptive design assistance, and industry-standard tools from industrial experts for best results.  For more information about our manufacturing capabilities, visit our product detail page: https://www.melrose-nl.com/products/die-cut-components

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Office labels are the most common labeling solutions, as they are familiar in day-to-day life. However, the scenarios with applications for industrial settings, such as warehouses, production lines, and laboratories, are different.

Labels require to be more industry-graded to withstand such harsh environments. Self-adhesive labels are the best durable industrial label solution for various applications, from lightweight applications to machinery-based barcode asset tags.  Learn about the industrial label qualities, various product choices available, quality certifications, and more for best results: https://www.melrose-nl.com/products/labels/

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Make your application user interface brighter and sharper with the market's highest resolution STM32 embedded TFT displays. It comes with high-performance Arm® Cortex®-M7 & Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC cores, 2 Mb flash memory, and more features.

Available in two sizes - 7'' and 10.1' inch variants, the displays are best for various applications. Learn more about the STM32 display modules and add the required quantity to cart now: https://www.melrosesystems.com/product-category/tft-lcd-displays/stm32-embedded-displays

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*Lower cost

*Design versatility

*Durability

These three factors make silicone rubber keypads one of the most popular industrial keypad choices around the world. The applications of these keypads are diverse such as, medical, marine, military, commercial products like tv remotes and electronic games. Multiple features are also supported by silicone keypads like multiple printed and molded colors, textures, and graphic backlighting effects. Before sharing project design specifications, learn more about silicone keypad product: https://www.melrosesystems.com/products/keypads/silicone-keypad