Adhesives

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C20/C30 Seaming Adhesives – New Packaging, Same Great Product!

Ask, and you shall receive! Effective immediately, we’re bringing back the original F-style cartridge and tips you knew and loved for C20 and C30 Marblemaster seaming adhesives. Everything about our C20 an C30 will remain the same except for the cartridge and tips – we listened to the majority of our customers, who much preferred Read more…

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Chem-Set Ultralok Put to the Test

When it comes to shear strength, Chem-Set’s Ultralok line is second to none. But don’t take our word for it – let us show you! In the video below, we put Chem-Set Ultralok to the test to prove its superior shear strength and bonding capabilities. In the video, two pieces of steel bonded together with Read more…

LORD and Architectural Cladding

Since its inception, LORD has been dedicated to reconfiguring and reimagining everything about the adhesives industry. Today, the industry is booming and LORD is constantly designing and producing more and more adhesive breakthroughs in order to accelerate and improve their customers’ experiences. LORD has patented a two-component adhesive, Signlok™ 810, which is designed for bonding Read more…

PACER ANL-22 Low-Strength Removable Threadlocker

Anaerobic Threadlockers: What’s the Deal?

Some working environments in construction are hot, causing moisture that can rapidly cure adhesives, while others are cold, which tends to slow cure. Anaerobics are truly extraordinary because they work in the absence of air and in spaces where other adhesives cannot. Anaerobic simply means “without air” and contains a single component called a “monomer”, Read more…

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Snowmobile Repair Kits: Everything You Need to Know

Despite the notion that spring might come early this year, winter is still going strong for the time being. It’s always smart to be prepared for a snowy situation – but what if your snowmobile needs some repair work? Count on Chemical Concepts to stock the complete snowmobile repair kit you need to get it Read more…

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Chem-Set TrimGrip: Form a Bond!

In many aspects of the construction industry, bonding dissimilar substrates is common practice. However, many adhesives are ill-equipped to deal with differing rates of expansion and contraction, often leading to a shortened bond life or premature bond failure. At Chemical Concepts, we’re always looking for new solutions to common problems. That’s why we’re excited to Read more…

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March Madness is Brewing: Finish Your Entertaining Space!

We’re all excited for the end of winter here at Chemical Concepts – March Madness is coming! One of the best parts of March Madness is gathering friends together to watch the game, so you need to make sure your entertainment space is ready for the party. Maybe you’ve been looking for an excuse to Read more…

fastenmaster flex 40 hot melt glue sticks

Congratulations to LORD on $1 Billion in Sales!

Chemical Concepts has been one of LORD’s wholesale adhesive distributors for over 25 years, so we are extremely proud to announce their most recent milestone: $1 billion in sales! We are LORD’s largest distributor on the East coast, and we are humbled to have helped LORD achieve such a monumental goal. About LORD For over Read more…

H2O underwater vinyl pool liner repair kit

Manufacturer Spotlight: H2O Glue®

We don’t know about you, but we’re tired of winter and ready for warm weather! That’s got us thinking about our in-house manufacturer, Chem-Set™ H2O Glue®, and their amazing underwater adhesive line. From pool patches to heavy-duty water-resistant adhesives, H2O Glue® stocks everything you need to keep your pool, jacuzzi, or outdoor water feature looking Read more…

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Adhesives in the Automotive Industry: Are They the Future?

When it comes to the automotive industry, one doesn’t usually think of adhesives – rather, we picture huge, heavy bolts and screws securely fastening components together. However, adhesives are beginning to be recognized in the automotive world as the next great bonding method, and there are many reasons why. Industrial adhesives are being engineered for Read more…

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Adhesives Dictionary: Types of Two-Component Adhesives

At Chemical Concepts, we carry numerous lines of adhesives with a variety of formulations to meet specifications on individual projects. Knowing which adhesives will drive quick production time and lack of waste is imperative to success.  Today, we want to break down the four different types of two-component adhesives and what makes each one unique:

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Adhesives Dictionary: MMA Adhesives

There are dozens of different adhesives from which you can choose for your projects. How do you decide which one is right for you? Today, we want to take an in-depth look at one of the most versatile types of two-component adhesives: methyl methacrylate adhesives, or MMA adhesives. First, we need to define two-component adhesives. Read more…