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Trim

Trim components, such as in the passenger section of automobiles or decorative items attached to the exterior, are generally bonded with "non-structural" adhesives. Non-structural adhesives merely hold articles together temporarily or...
Vibration / Noise Damping

Elastomeric adhesives and sealants can perform a variety of functions other than merely bond and seal. One of these additional functions is the damping of noise and vibration. The reduction of noise and vibration is an important and valuable...
Engine / Power Train / Radiators

Locking compounds are generally used to seal and bond mechanical fasteners in place. These are usually unsaturated polyester monomers such as dimethylacrylates whose cure is inhibited by atmospheric oxygen. When oxygen is excluded from the bond line,...
Plastics / Composites

Plastics and composites are sometimes difficult to bond because of their low surface energy. This is especially true for polyolefins and thermoplastic elastomers. For maximum strength, surface treatment is often recommended. However, recently several...
Electrical / Electronic

A great deal of electrical tape is used in the transportation industry. These have many different backings and adhesives. These tapes are generally classified by their thermal resistance. Natural rubber and synthetic elastomeric resin pressure...
Brake Parts

Brake linings must withstand high impact and shear stresses. Their temperature resistance must be greater than 150°C. Most often nitrile-phenolic film or solvent based adhesives are used in this application. The assembly must be cured under heat and...