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…
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…
The difference between your assembly’s success and costly failure often comes down to the bonds holding everything together. Yet many companies treat adhesive selection as a simple purchasing decision rather than the critical engineering choice it truly is. In this blog, we explore the qualities to consider when looking for an industrial adhesives supplier and Read more…
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…
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…
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. Metal bonding can be challenging, especially Read more…
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…
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…
Huntingdon Valley, PA. (March, 2025) Chemical Concepts, a premier supplier of adhesives, specialty chemicals and related products, is proud to announce it has been named Distributor of the Year 2024 by CHT Group, a global leader in specialty silicones and chemical solutions. The award recognizes Chemical Concepts for its exceptional sales performance, customer service and Read more…
Looking for a strong, durable, and flexible adhesive solution for your vehicle accessories? Look no further than Lord structural adhesives. These versatile adhesives are ideal for bonding a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics, composites, and foams. Whether you’re assembling truck caps, toolboxes, running boards, or other components, Lord structural adhesives deliver superior performance Read more…
Huntingdon Valley, PA. (March 1, 2025) Chemical Concepts, is proud to announce a new sales and distribution partnership with Mactac to provide local distribution of some of Mactac’s most popular mounting and bonding pressure sensitive adhesive tapes to Chemical Concepts’ North American customers. Bringing Our Customers Together with the Tapes They Need Under this new Read more…
What is Nylon? Nylon (part of the polyamide family) is a thermoplastic renowned for its strength, high melting point and versatility. Due to its high strength and lubricity, nylon is commonly used in many industrial applications. However, these same properties can make bonding nylon tricky. Why Nylon is Challenging to Bond Challenge #1: Slip Additives Read more…
CarbonBar™ is 4X stronger than steel yet 5X lighter. Cut, drill, bond on-site for countertop, cabinet, and structural support with ease.
