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Adhesives for
Glass Bonding

Glass bonding is never simple.

But it shouldn't be so challenging that you don't
know where to start.

This page will help you understand what you
need to achieve glass bonding success.

Glass Bonding Considerations-1
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Choosing an adhesive for bonding glass

All of Forgeway's Glass Bonding Adhesives have a Hybrid Polymer base chemistry meaning they are fully primerless and free of isocyanates and sillicone.


This page is going to help you understand what is important for a glass bonding adhesive and highlight Forgeway's glass bonding options.


When selecting a glass bonding adhesive it's important for the adhesive to have the 2 following characteristics:

1
High Strength combined with Flexibility and Durability
Strength is of course important. But make sure the adhesive has enough flexibility and durability to guarantee the bond remains intact for a long time.
2
High grab without being too thick
Glass bonding adhesives need to have enough grab (green strength) to hold the items in place when curing. This 'grab' can lead to adhesives being too thick for operatives to apply. It's critically important to get the right balance of grab and thickness.
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What else does a Glass Bonding Adhesive need?

After the two characteristics mentioned above, there are a few other characteristics that will help you find the perfect glass bonding solution.

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Long open time without curing too fast

During production, the glass bonding adhesive needs to reach handling strength quickly. This will ensure there are no hold-ups and production runs quickly. However, this speed shouldn't sacrifice quality. If the adhesive cures too fast, it can start to skin over before the glass is put into the correct position, affecting the bond's strength. Balancing open time with cure speed is fundamental.

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Removing the need for primer

The use of primers is very commonplace in glass bonding. However, they add another layer of complexity to the bond that can create challenges. Not to mention the added time required to let the primer cure. Removing a primer will reduce production time and decrease the likelihood of operator error.

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Health and safety concerns

Glass bonding adhesives usually contain harmful chemicals that require professional training for their safe use. This is due to the base chemistry being polyurethane-based. Using a Hybrid Polymer adhesive will eliminate the need to train staff and implement strict safety measures.

Exploring Forgeway's Glass Bonding Adhesives

All of Forgeway's Glass Bonding Adhesives have a Hybrid Polymer base chemistry meaning they are fully primerless and free of isocyanates and sillicone.

Compare Forgeway's Glass Bonding Adhesives

Compare our 3 Glass Bonding adhesives using the table below.

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Need help selecting a glass bonding adhesive?

Watch the video below on how to select a Glass Bonding Adhesive or get in touch to speak with an expert.