For over 60 years, Chemical Concepts has worked with manufacturers to overcome bonding challenges with custom-engineered solutions. We provide comprehensive solutions in adhesives, sealants, tapes, and specialty fasteners, backed by all the products, solution design and expertise you need to hold things together and keep things in place.
Your Trusted Adhesive Distributor & Solutions Provider
Chemical Concepts is a business-to-business distributor of high-performance adhesives, sealants, tapes, and specialty fasteners.
We go beyond distribution by acting as a solutions partner, consulting with manufacturers to improve design, process, and productivity with the right products and expert support delivered on time and in budget.
Who We Serve
We partner with manufacturers, engineers, and fabricators across a wide range of industries, including fabrication, surfacing, signage, transportation, electronics, construction, aerospace, special effects, and more.
Our goal is to help you solve design challenges, improve process efficiency, and achieve better product performance.
Manufacturers turn to Chemical Concepts when they:
- Need to find the right adhesive for their specific application.
- Can’t use traditional fastening methods (welding, rivets, screws, bolts).
- Want to improve processes, decrease cycle times and cut labor costs.
- Want to improve the aesthetics of finished products by removing exposed fasteners or weld marks.
- Are working with challenging or difficult-to-bond substrates where conventional products fail.
- Are seeking advantages in lightweighting or advanced materials.
- Need superior customer service, support, logistics, product freshness, and product availability.
How We Got Here
C. Kenneth Zelle, a D-Day veteran, founded Chemical Concepts with his wife, Lois, in 1960. What began as a small Philadelphia business selling pumps and dispensing equipment evolved into a leader in adhesive technology through a partnership with Lord Corporation, pioneers in metal-bonding technology.
Today, we’re a trusted supplier of adhesives, specialty chemicals, and bonding solutions, proudly serving manufacturers worldwide.
Why We Do It
As a family-owned business with strong values, we’re committed to honesty, respect, and innovation. Our knowledgeable team continually expands its expertise through training, experimentation, and applied learning to provide you with solutions that perform and relationships that last.
Premium Products
We represent and supply product lines across all adhesive technologies for a one-stop bonding and assembly experience. We take pride in offering best-in-class products from manufacturers like Lord, 3M, Henkel, Permabond, and more.
Expert Support
Our experienced technical team provides recommendations, product training, and implementation support across a full range of applications. Unlike single-line reps, we support every product and manufacturer to source what works best for you.
On-Time Delivery
We leverage a robust supply chain network to ensure you get what you need, when you need it. If something’s unavailable, our team of adhesives experts quickly source or recommend proven alternatives.
Environmental Responsibility
We’re committed to sustainable solutions that help manufacturers reduce waste, improve workplace safety, and minimize environmental impact.
Rigorous Standards
Every product and application is tested and verified to ensure consistent performance and quality before being delivered to you.