Top 5 Problems With MMA (Methyl Methacrylate Adhesive)
Written by Caleb Shaw
Although the use of methyl methacrylate adhesives (aka acrylics) comes with plenty of perks, there are a few drawbacks too. They may not be…
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Product Review of Formoa 004 The General Purpose Adhesive Sealant
You know that you need a multipurpose adhesive sealant for your application. After reviewing the options available, you've landed at Formoa 004. Now you want an overview of the product without translating the technical datasheet.
This…
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Adhesive open time; What is it and why does it matter?
When it comes to choosing an adhesive, there are plenty of different phrases that adhesive manufacturers will tell you about the adhesive.…
ASTM G154: What is it, and when should you use it?
When you are bonding a product that is going to be exposed to the outdoors, you need to choose the right adhesive. If you get it wrong, the…
Can Corrosion Impact Adhesives?
Corrosion impacts all aspects of industry; automotive, construction, transportation, production, maritime, and manufacturing to name a few. Not only can it be an eyesore, but it can be costly too. In fact, it’s estimated to cost the US economy $276 billion alone, contributing…
What Is Extreme Sealing Tape And What Is It Used For?
Written by Caleb Shaw.
Extreme sealing tapes are designed to span a joint to prevent water ingress. In this blog, I’ll primarily be focusing on the products designed for use on commercial vehicles, caravans, and…
Rubber Based VS Acrylic Based Adhesives For Tapes
Written by Caleb Shaw
Can't decide whether an acrylic or rubber based adhesive for tape is right for you? In this short blog, I'm going to outline the basic features of both.
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Why Are Costs Still Increasing On Polymer Based Adhesives?
Written by Caleb Shaw
Even in the last month alone, we have seen significant price increases - here's why:
Firstly, to make a polymer based sealant,…
3M 4412 Extreme Sealing Tape vs FS500 Sealing Tape
Written by Caleb Shaw
3M extreme sealing tape has been around for quite a long time – is the FS500 sealing tape from Forgeway a valid alternative?
3M …
Process Control – What Is The Right Amount Of Adhesive To Use? How Do I Control The Amount?
Written by Caleb Shaw.
Adhesive failure never happens because someone used too much adhesive, but too little massively increases the risk.
The…
