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Permabond 940

Crazy Glue, Super Glue, Gorilla Glue – Cyanoacrylates!

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…

LORD 310 A/B

Why is Epoxy a Good Adhesive for Metals?

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…

teri obloy

Welcome Teri Obloy to the Sales Team

Please welcome your new territory sales representative Teri Obloy! We are pleased to announce Teri Obloy as Chemical Concepts’ new Great Lakes territory sales representative. Teri has been in sales for 20+ years. She has been in industrial sales for 13 years. Teri’s expertise in adhesives, sealants, and mold making materials in addition to her Read more…

h20 bulk repair kit

Don’t Let Your Fun Dry Up This Summer – Patch Your Pool!

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…

H20 Glue Sticky Stuff bulk canister

Come Sail Away – Marine Adhesives to Keep You from Running Aground

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…

chem-set 633

Building a Kitchen? Let us Help!

When you’re installing sinks and dishwashers into natural stone, you need a fastener that’s going to stay strong. Many of these natural stones are prone to cracking, chipping, and breaking; what can you use to securely fasten your appliances without risking a chipped or cracked stone? That’s where Chem-Set 740 Series Anchoring Kits come into Read more…

creative materials logo

Manufacturer Spotlight: Creative Materials

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…

chem-set inlaymaster pouring

Chem-Set™ Inlaymaster: What it is, and How it’s Used

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…

Acrylic Cement vs. Vinyl Cement

When you think of cement, you likely think of the thick, grey mixture of sand and water to build sidewalks and large constructions. However, did you know that there are several varieties of cement, and some of them are nothing like the preconceived notion in our heads? Today, we want to go through the different Read more…

Shin-Etsu KE347TUV

Conformal Coatings in the Electronics Industry

Technology is a growing industry, and an important key to electronics manufacturing is to protecting PCB’s and other critical devices. It is essential to understand the basics of the conformal coatings. At Chemical Concepts, we’re always striving for more durable adhesives and coatings to serve your business’s most important components. That’s why we stock a Read more…

bostik 1100 fs

Honeycomb Wall Paneling and KEEP-NUT™

As we have learned from our previous blog about honeycomb structures, they are lightweight, fire resistant, easy to install, rigid withstanding and absorbing impact. Honeycombs are made up of different composite materials to accommodate different areas of construction and can be used in the marine industry, wind industry, and even the aerospace industry. The idea of Read more…

bostik 1100 fs

HVAC Needs Love, Too!

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…