Introducing Xemex mixers! New technology that reduces waste and could add thousands of dollars to your bottom line. A no-brainer… Xemex is a revolutionary new mixer line that achieves higher-dimensional folding across each element. While current square and helical mixers produce 16 striations after 3 elements, Xemex boasts 1,556 striations in that same distance. This Read more…
Our new product BoaBond in now in stock and ready to ship. This product has been in development for 2 years, and we are excited to bring it out into the world. BoaBond’s innovative technology creates “instant grab” allowing for easy mounting of vertical panels. This is a game changer for installers, contractors, manufacturers, and Read more…
Recent supply chain issues have made static mixers harder to find. The good news is there are plenty of viable substitutes. In this blog, we’ll tell you what to look for and how to find the right static mixer replacement. There’s a perfect storm brewing in the world of static mixers and dispensing equipment. And Read more…
There are a lot of misconceptions about adhesives in the stone and countertop fabrication industry. In this article, we clear the air by breaking down the different adhesive types in stone fabrication Countertop and stone fabricators use adhesives for a variety of applications. As such, we get a lot of questions from fabricators about the Read more…
Lord Adhesive For various metal and plastic bonding structural adhesives Lord 406/19, 410/19, Signlok Series – for bonding steel, aluminum, stainlessLord 201/19 – for bonding aluminumLord 7542 – for bonding PPO plasticsLord Maxlok T6 – for bonding steel, aluminum, stainless Weld-On Adhesives Metal and plastic bonding structural adhesives Weld-On 30/31/32 – UL approved for bonding Read more…
Fabricators that work with stone facades need an efficient and reliable way to anchor them. But the processes and hardware you use have a significant impact on the end product. In this post, we break down how to anchor a stone façade and how to select the right hardware. Stone facades continue to grow in Read more…
In the wake of COVID-19, companies are rushing to disinfect their spaces. But while there are a number of methods, many of them are inefficient. In this post, we’ll compare five options for disinfecting your facility and see which one is best. To stay open during the coronavirus pandemic, most facilities need to disinfect workspaces Read more…
Rubber-to-metal engineering has enabled key technologies in automotive, industrial, and aerospace applications. However, rubber-to-metal bonding can prove to be a challenging and daunting task – how can a material so flexible be bonded to something so rigid with no shortcomings? In the past, efforts such as brass plating and polyisocyanates have been attempted, but to Read more…
It’s well known that there has been a welder shortage for some time now. And the post-pandemic labor market is only making those problems worse. Here’s how you can keep projects going when welders (and all skilled laborers) are hard to find. According to the American Welding Society (AWS), by most estimates, the US welder Read more…
Many generalized structural adhesives can’t stand up to the unique fabrication and construction challenges in the signage industry. Here’s how to make sure your adhesives are up to the task. Signage and display projects are complex. Multiple materials, extreme working conditions and a need for seamless and precise bonds that can stand up to environmental Read more…
Structural adhesives are all about creating more efficiency without sacrificing the strength and durability of your structure. But when trying to get more efficient, you must make sure that the changes you’re making are safe for your employees and your customers. Here are five features to look for when choosing a safer structural adhesive. Structural Read more…
In a recent ruling passed down by Flemish environmental, health and safety agencies, 3M was forced to shut down their Brussels manufacturing location indefinitely. The Flemish Environmental Inspectorate of the Department of Environment found significantly elevated PFAS levels in more than half of the approximately 800 residents it tested who live within three kilometers Read more…
