This summer has been a hot one! With so much sunshine (and humidity), we thought it might be worthwhile to cover the effects of excessive heat on the adhesives you’ll be using for your projects, particularly if the job is being executed in an outdoor or non-temperature-controlled area. We’ll also cover which adhesives perform admirably Read more…
VHB tape is 3M’s trademarked line of double-sided acrylic foam tape. It bonds panels, trim, and hardware without screws, rivets, or welds, and it carries load across the whole bond area instead of at a few fastener points. VHB stands for Very High Bond. The reason people ask what is VHB tape, and whether there Read more…
Everyone has heard of (or used) crazy glue, super glue, or Gorilla glue. Did you know that all three of these adhesives can be contained under one name? Cyanoacrylates are one-part, low viscosity adhesives that are ideal for a wide range of applications. From medical-grade fixes to household repairs, cyanoacrylates can always get the job Read more…
At Chemical Concepts, we field lots of questions about our products. One of the most common questions we receive is “which adhesive is right for my metal-to-metal design?” Adhering metal to metal can be difficult, but we’re committed to finding everyone the right adhesive. For metal-to-metal adhesion, nothing is more effective than epoxy adhesives. But Read more…
At Chemical Concepts, we love to have fun and soak up the sun! In the northern parts of the country after long, cold winter months, spring finally arrives and it’s time to start the process of getting pools and spas ready for the warm summer days. There is nothing worse than seeing a ripped liner, Read more…
When it comes to the marina, one would think that waterproofing would be a simple task. However, it’s harder to maintain a waterproof surface than you may think! Between chemicals in the water, salt levels, rough riptides, and marine life damage, keeping your boat in ship-shape can seem downright impossible. Tie in sun damage to Read more…
We are proud to stock products from a huge number of reputable manufacturers. Today we want to spotlight Creative Materials, a uniquely innovative company with over 30 years of conductive technology experience. Creative Materials specifically develops and manufactures adhesives, coatings, and inks, including a large number of standard and custom formulations for electronic material attachment Read more…
When it comes to putting on logos on buttons, solid surface, furniture, musical instruments and other items, Chem-Set Inlaymaster is the answer. LSP 100 is a polyester like methacrylate that consists of two parts and a color additive. At Chemical Concepts we enjoy discovering new and improved products that are advanced in technology and function. Read more…
Well, it’s finally here – the hot, sticky summer weather we’ve expected. Your HVAC system is probably working on overdrive to keep you comfortable; maybe it’s time to check and make sure your system is getting the attention it deserves! We stock a wide variety of sealants, silicones, and threadlockers perfect for installing and repairing Read more…
In any construction project, one of the most important components is the adhesive or fastener used to bond all the pieces together. With so many options from which you can choose, how can you ever determine which adhesive will keep your project together for years to come? Today, we want to help you make the Read more…
For years, MasterPlate has dominated as the go-to non-mechanical fastener for use in bonding composite materials. MasterPlate is a cost-effective, secure, and continuously reliable method for surface bonding using adhesives rather than welding or drilling techniques. Now, MasterPlate is shaking things up, and just released a brand-new, redesigned era with Adhesive Thickness Control properties.
Now that summer is right around the corner, it’s time to pull your boat from its dry dock and send it home to the water. However, when following your spring maintenance checklist after a long winter out of water, you may notice that boats often require a re-sealing treatment or a quick dollop of adhesive Read more…
Ultralok 9102 epoxy adhesive is engineered for strong, reliable honeycomb and composite panel bonding with fire safety and thermal resistance.
Cut and drill like wood. Support like steel. Replace heavy, expensive custom metal fabrication with aerospace-grade carbon fiber structural blanks.
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