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3M Preferred Converter

Fewer than 60 in the US. Gleicher is one of them.

Three generations of tape and adhesive converting in Scotch Plains, NJ. Direct line to 3M scientists, preferred material pricing, and production-ready parts shipped daily.

75+ years converting Preferred pricing 3M scientist access
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3M Preferred Converter

3M Preferred Converter · held for decades. Direct technical relationships with 3M's product engineers.

Gleicher die-cut parts with tabs, perforations, and SmartLiner Production-ready die-cut parts

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Engineering response within one business day. No obligation.

We respond within one business day. Pre-production parts start $250.

75+
Years converting in NJ
3
Generations, family-owned
<60
3M Preferred Converters in the US
1 day
Engineering response time
Why Gleicher

What 3M Preferred Converter status actually buys you

3M evaluates manufacturing processes, quality systems, equipment, and track record before granting Preferred status. Here is what that means on your project.

Direct 3M access

Working relationships with 3M's product engineers and scientists. Not a general support number, the actual technical teams.

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Preferred pricing

Preferred Converter status carries Preferred material pricing on the 3M catalog. Your unit cost drops without changing the spec.

Joint application review

Bonding problem on the line? We coordinate a lab review with 3M's technical team. Access a standard converter cannot offer.

Daily shipping

Pre-production parts from $250. Production runs ship daily out of Scotch Plains, NJ. Made in USA, on US lead times.

3M materials we convert

From a single prototype to a full production run

Gleicher converts across the full 3M adhesive and tape catalog. The most-requested product lines are below; if it is 3M, we can quote it.

Converting capabilities

Production-ready, every time

Liner tabs, perforations, registration marks, split liners, kiss cuts. Standard on every order. Your assembly team picks the part up and applies it.

Die cutting

Rotary, flatbed, and steel-rule for precision parts at any volume.

Laser cutting

Complex geometries and delicate substrates where mechanical cutting would tear or deform.

Slitting & laminating

Master rolls converted to your exact width. Multi-layer adhesive lamination for composite builds.

Kitting

Multiple converted components bundled into ready-to-use assembly kits. Custom-labeled if required.

"Over 3,000 converters operate in the United States. Around 60 carry 3M Preferred Converter status. Gleicher Manufacturing has held this designation for decades."

Gleicher Manufacturing · Scotch Plains, NJ · Third generation

In their own words

What Gleicher's engineering customers say

Anonymised as published on Gleicher's own homepage. Roles and industries preserved verbatim.

“Expertise… distinguishes them from everyone else.”
Product EngineerMultinational Technology Company
“Responsive… reliable… consistent.”
VP / GMPackaging Company
“They do things others can’t do, or think of.”
Sr. Project ManagerTextile Components Manufacturer

Our commitment to you

Gleicher's 3M Preferred Converter status is not just a badge on a webpage. It shapes how we work with every customer.

  • Engineering response within one business day
  • Pre-production parts starting at $250
  • Direct coordination with 3M's lab when applications require it
  • Production-ready parts: liner tabs, perforations, registration marks, split liners as standard
  • Daily shipping out of Scotch Plains, NJ
3M Preferred Converter logo

One of fewer than 60 3M Preferred Converters in the United States.

Frequently asked

Engineering and procurement questions

What is a 3M Preferred Converter?

A 3M Preferred Converter has been certified by 3M for quality, technical capability, and manufacturing expertise. The designation opens direct access to 3M's technologies, specialist support, and preferred material pricing. Out of over 3,000 converters in the US, fewer than 60 hold this status.

How many 3M Preferred Converters are there?

Approximately 60 in the United States. 3M keeps the program selective. They evaluate equipment, quality systems, and industry experience before accepting a converter.

What is the difference between a 3M converter and a 3M distributor?

Converters fabricate. We take raw 3M tape and adhesive materials and die-cut, slit, laminate, or otherwise convert them into parts built for your specific application. Distributors resell 3M products as-is. Gleicher does both, we can supply standard 3M products and convert them into custom components.

What is your typical lead time for a quote?

One business day for an engineering response on most quotes. Sample parts typically follow within a few business days once the spec is locked.

Do you handle prototype runs?

Yes. Pre-production parts start at $250. We treat prototype work as a real engagement, not a screening test. The same engineering team that quotes your prototype will run your production order.

Are parts made in the US?

Yes. Every part Gleicher converts ships out of our Scotch Plains, NJ facility. Made in USA, on US lead times, with US-based engineering support.

How do I request a quote?

Use the form on this page, call 888-818-5798, or email sales@gleicher.com. We typically respond within one business day with pricing and lead time.

Work with a 3M Preferred Converter

Need prototype parts for a new design, or production-volume converting? Our engineering team will evaluate your application and recommend the right 3M solution.

Or call 888-818-5798 · email sales@gleicher.com

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