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What Metal Fabricators Need to Know About LORD® Signlok™ 204: The Bonding Adhesive That Replaces Welding

Welding equipment, gas supplies, ventilation systems, certified operators, finishing work, and rework from heat distortion. The true cost of traditional metal joining adds up quickly. The good news is there is an alternative structural adhesives that can deliver equivalent strength without all those costs. The new LORD® Signlok™ 204, a two-component structural adhesive, delivers welding-strength Read more…

5 Adhesive Myths Debunked: What You Really Need to Know About Modern Industrial Bonding

What if the assembly method you’ve been avoiding could cut your production time in half and create stronger, more durable products? While manufacturers that avoid adhesives and stick to familiar fastening practices based on myths and outdated assumptions fall behind, companies that embrace modern adhesive capabilities gain a competitive edge. This guide examines the five Read more…

Why Adhesives Matter More Than Ever—and What Every Sign Fabrication Shop Needs to Know

Adhesives are no longer a backup plan in today’s signage industry—they’re a core component of efficient, high-quality fabrication. Whether you’re bonding aluminum to acrylic, streamlining your assembly process, or eliminating unsightly rivets, understanding adhesive fundamentals can save time, reduce costs, and elevate your final product. At the 2025 ISA Sign Expo, Andrew Morris, President and Read more…

Potting Compounds for LED Displays: How to Protect Your Investment from Environment Damage

Your LED displays face a constant battle against moisture, dust, heat, and vibration. Without proper protection, these expensive systems can fail long before their expected lifespan. This guide cuts through the confusion around potting compounds—the protective materials that shield your LED displays from environmental damage. You’ll discover exactly how potting works, which type is right Read more…

Master-Plate® (Glue-On Bonding Fasteners): A Deep Dive into Strength and Versatility

Introduction In the world of industrial fasteners, innovation is key to finding efficient and reliable solutions for complex assembly challenges. Master-Plate® (also known as glue-on bonding fasteners) has emerged as a game-changer, offering exceptional strength and design flexibility. In this blog post, we’ll explore the technical intricacies of Master-Plate® and delve into its impressive performance Read more…

Pre-Mixed Cartridge Adhesives vs. Hand-Mixed Adhesives: Which is Best for Stone Fabrication?

For years, stone fabrication shops have relied on hand-mixed adhesives. But as labor costs continue to rise and fewer young people enter skilled trades, needing to hand-mix adhesives for every project has become a barrier to improved efficiency and growth. Some shops are exploring newer alternatives like cartridge-based adhesives to streamline their operations. In this Read more…

How to Choose the Right Adhesive for Your Application: A Step-by-Step Guide

Selecting an adhesive is more than simply sticking materials together—it’s about ensuring long-term strength, durability, and performance. With countless options, choosing the right adhesive for your application can feel overwhelming. This guide simplifies the process, providing a proven, step-by-step approach to select the perfect adhesive for your project. As a result, you will avoid costly Read more…

The Ultimate Guide to Bonding Metal: Tips, Techniques & Best Practices

Metal is prized across industries for its strength, durability and versatility. Bonding metal pieces together, however, can be challenging – it’s a non-porous surface prone to contaminants. This guide discusses proper preparation and adhesion tactics, which allow metal components to withstand stress, environmental factors and repeated use without failure. Explore adhesives formulated for metals to Read more…

The Ultimate Guide to Bonding Plastic: Tips, Techniques & Best Practices

Plastic is a cornerstone of modern manufacturing due to its versatility, cost-efficiency, and lightweight. Joining these materials requires precision, specialized knowledge and specialized products. Non-porous surfaces, chemical resistance, and thermal properties create unique bonding challenges that standard adhesives fail to overcome. Plastic bonding fails when manufacturers lack an understanding of material properties, appropriate surface preparation Read more…

CarbonBar from Chemical Concepts Wins Best of Innovation at TISE 2025

Huntingdon Valley, PA. (March 1, 2025) Chemical Concepts, is proud to announce CarbonBar, a line of industrial-grade carbon fiber supports, won Best of Innovation in the stone and tile category at TISE 2025. Chemical Concepts attended TISE 2025 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV from January 27-29. This event, held every Read more…