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Unread 03-02-2006, 14:38
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Re: Anti-Slip Shelf/Drawer Liner Material???

I haven't used it on a robot (yet...), but I have used the same material in my shop for years as a router pad. It is extremely strong, in that I cannot tear it by hand. The surface is soft, though, and abrades easily. I wouldn't try using an adhesive, since I would be concerned that the soft surface would come off with the adhesive (of course, I would defer to someone who had successfully tried this). If we use this as a conveyer for our ball sweeper, as we are considering this weekend, we will either fasten it with tiny wire ties or will sew it with nylon thread. I can see using a PVC adhesive to glue down the loose edge IN ADDITION to sewing it. For a conveyor for lightweight items like Poof balls, I think this material is the bee's knees: light, strong, and cheap. I LOVE light, strong, and cheap.
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