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Methylene Chloride Ban Update

 by Andrew Morris

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been moving forward with a ban on methylene chloride, a chemical commonly found in contact cement, adhesives, sealants, etc.

Although this ban will begin to take effect in June, it will be phased in over time and some adhesive manufacturers are already taking proactive measures by adjusting their formulations and/or discontinuing products that many companies rely on for their continued operation. Some products will be discontinued as soon as next month.

If you’re concerned about whether any adhesives that you use contain methylene chloride, fill out our contact form so we can verify and provide you with alternative recommendations if necessary.

Welder Shortage: Keeping Projects Moving Without Skilled Labor

 by ipdesign

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…

Structural Adhesives for Signage: 3 Toughest Challenges to Overcome

 by ipdesign

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…

ChemSet TrimGrip Cellular PVC Adhesive – How to Set Up and Use | Part 1 of 3

 by ipdesign

In this first video of this 3-part series, Andrew Morris explains why ChemSet TrimGrip Cellular PVC Adhesive is a perfect choice if you need to laminate cellular PVC Trimboard for thicker stock, fill nail holes or gaps, glue up joints, bond corner boards or column wraps, seal or fill PVC window and door installations and Read more…

Helpful Hints for Users of 10-to-1 Adhesives

 by ipdesign

With record-low unemployment and fewer of the younger generations entering the building trades, challenges with the labor force are becoming an ever-present obstacle for managers and business owners to confront. In this environment, it is that much more important to train and retrain your existing workforce to utilize best practices in the shop. When it Read more…

Keep-Nut Used in Art Project “Confluence”

 by ipdesign

Chemical Concepts and our Keep-Nut Inserts made by SpecialInsert were proud to be a part of a new art installation at Rowan University in Camden, New Jersey. This project known as “Confluence” was designed by Michele Gutlove of Design Studio GH out of Natick, Massachusetts. “Confluence” was made to represent the physical convergence of the Read more…

Keep-Nut Inserts Put to Work in National Landmark Project

 by ipdesign

The Keep-Nut was recently chosen as the perfect anchor and cladding system for the recent renovations at the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, MO. Set to open in July of 2018 the new Museum and Visitors Center will be featuring Ceaserstone Quartz Panels hanging from the walls and ceilings throughout. Lami Wood Products out of Read more…

Snowmobile Repair Kit Keeps Wintertime Fun and Transport Ready to Go

 by ipdesign

This snowmobile repair kit, available from Chemical Concepts, offers a complete, easy-to-store selection of materials that you’ll need on hand for fast and simple repairs. This repair kit provides the structural adhesive and gun necessary for the PRO-RMK chassis. Here’s what this Snowmobile Repair Kit includes: (1) Tube of Lord 406/19GB Grey 50 ml The Read more…

Streamlining the Dishwasher Installation Process

 by ipdesign

Accessories & Hardware from Chemical Concepts that greatly simplify your dishwasher installation – Part II Chemical Concepts would like to help simplify your dishwasher installation process using our accessories & hardware. In this two part series we will explain how to install two of our Chem-Set products, our Dishwasher fasteners  F1CT38  or our adjustable fastener Read more…

Beyond the Products – A Look at our Helpful Web Resources

 by ipdesign

It’s easy enough to stand behind the products that we distribute because we do consider them the best, but there are other factors in keeping our clients and friends informed, prepared, supplied, and happy. The Resources drop-down on our website is home to several useful tools to keep you in the loop and in the Read more…

Synthetic Turf Becoming a National Sports Fixture

 by ipdesign

Did you know that about half of all NFL stadiums employ artificial turf over natural grass for their playing surfaces? Even at the highest level of sport in America, where the resources are certainly available to maintain and nurture natural grass, stadiums are giving way to the convenience and cost-effectiveness of synthetic turf. This has Read more…

Surface Preparation

 by ipdesign

One of the most common questions we get from our customers points to surface preparation as it relates to their specific projects. As you learn throughout your life, preparation is key if you want to succeed, and the adhesives, sealant, and primer world is no different. While it is true that some materials bond quite Read more…