“Do you have an adhesive that can go through powder coat?” is one of the most common questions we get from metal fabricators, trailer and truck body builders, and sign shops. There are two ways to run it, and they use different adhesives: Bonding before powder coat. The bonded assembly goes through the oven. This Read more…
When a bond fails on a coated metal assembly, the investigation usually starts with the adhesive, but it should start with the specification. Most failures on coated or lightly contaminated surfaces trace back to epoxy applied to conditions it wasn’t designed to handle cleanly, and fabricators who’ve recognized that pattern aren’t going back to epoxy Read more…
Work truck builders, including manufacturers of ambulances, fire trucks, bucket trucks, rescue vehicles, and other specialty vehicles, are under constant pressure to deliver lighter bodies, faster build times, and better long-term durability. One of the most effective ways to achieve all three goals is by switching from traditional welds and mechanical fasteners to a truck 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. Explore adhesives formulated for metals to 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Overview: Honeycomb Composite Panels are a class of composite materials that are fabricated by attaching two thin “skins” to a low density inner core which resembles the hexagonal structure of a beehive. The skin and core can be made of a variety of materials including aluminum, steel, plastic, wood, foam, fiberglass, and carbon fiber. The Read more…
A New Structural Adhesive: UltraLok® has all of the performing capabilities of its competitors and MORE! For years, Chemical Concepts has provided high quality adhesives and our mission is to find the best products for our customers. The Chem-set™ UltraLok® 420GB, 421GB, 422GB and 430FX are high performance two part structural adhesives engineered to bond 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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