Let’s face it, nobody likes to be wrong about anything. It challenges your sense of self confidence, it’s embarrassing, and it just doesn’t feel good. That said, being wrong is where learning takes place. When people are correct, they move to the next thing. There is no need for reflection or thinking. Being wrong forces people…
Ingress Protection for Electrical Enclosures
Since CGR Products’ founding in 1963, we’ve worked with design engineers to bring projects to life, and we do everything we can to make that process efficient, affordable and successful. CGR uses a wide variety of converting methods and equipment to create parts and designs with precision and efficiency Enclosure Protection Enclosure gaskets are mechanical…
Learn About CGR Products Laminating Services
At CGR Products, we laminate many different materials on a daily basis. We can laminate materials up to 84″ wide and as thin as .062″. Materials can range from closed cell foam to heavy fabrics. In this series, we will look at some common ways CGR Products offers laminating services. Heat Platen Laminating This type…
Gap Fillers for Acoustical and Ingress Protection
Elastomeric gap fillers come in many shapes and sizes, from open cell foam used for acoustical management, to closed cell sponge used for sealing outside elements. In this article, we will discuss three types of gap fillers that CGR Products manufactures on a daily basis. Open Cell Polyurethane Open cell polyurethane is a great low…
Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH): What You Need to Know
Guest Author: Technicon Acoustics Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) is a concern for many companies. One of our long time suppliers Technicon Acoustics has provided the below resource and also has a full version pdf available to download here. The extraneous sound and vibration are more than just an annoyance for people who work around noisy…
Speaker Gaskets for OEM Manufacturers
CGR Products works with many manufacturers die cutting speaker gaskets. Our gaskets are used in several markets including, marine speakers, automotive speakers, home speakers, and more. Our die cutting capabilities allow us to cut virtually any size and pattern for large volume applications. This article will describe a variety or materials and cutting methods used…
Why does my dog look me in the eye?
Why does my dog look me in the eye? He could look at my ears, my nose, my shoulders, etc.; but for whatever reason he looks into my eyes. And why does he cock his head a bit sideways when he is focused on trying to understand what I am saying? And finally, why I am…
CGR Products is Helping To Fight COVID-19
Just a few months ago, we would have never imagined we would be fighting the pandemic that we’re now facing. CGR Products is currently classified as an “essential business”. We die cut critical engineered parts that go to other essential businesses. The amount of inquires we’ve received has been both overwhelming and a blessing, including companies that…
If You Want to Influence People, Pay Close Attention to Emotions!
I have a technical behavior type and I pride myself on making fact-based decisions. As my years in the work force have progressed and my hair has moved past grey to white, I have come to realize that emotions are way more important than facts when working with others. For a person like me to…
Making Things A Little Easier – Using Pull Tabs and Split Liners
Sometimes removing the liner from a die cut part can be difficult and when it comes to high volume applications, saving time can add up to dollars in the bank. One way of achieving a simple time saver is adding a pull tab or split liner to the die cut part used during assembly. In…
Benefits of Using a Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) System
Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) can be an effective strategy for companies looking for cost savings and a more stable supply chain. In this post, we will outline the benefits of VMI as well as the services that CGR Products provides with these programs. What is VMI? VMI is a program where the supplier manages your…
Running an Effective Meeting
Do you want your credibility to skyrocket? Learn how to run great meetings! I was recently attending a social gathering and a gentleman that served on a committee where I was the chair over 10 plus years ago came up to me and introduced me to his wife as the guy who ran the best…
CGR Products News Release
CGR Products News Release: Growth Leads to a 30,000 sq ft Expansion and New High Volume Manufacturing Machinery Click Here to read the full news release.
To Fuji or not to Fuji Test your Gaskets, That is the Question
Many variables can affect gasket sealing such as internal pressure, temperature, gasket design, and flange load. Sometimes it is necessary to dig a little deeper into the actual sealing picture when a difficult or critical sealing situation is encountered. In this article, we will explore a process we call “Fuji Testing”. How Fuji Testing Works…
Material of the Month: Felt
CGR Products stocks a large variety of materials for a wide range of applications. Flexible rubber sheeting, adhesive solutions, and fiber materials are just a few of our specialty options. Our Material of the Month series spotlights some of our favorite materials and their unique applications. This month, we’re discussing Felt. What is Felt? Felt…