The best of both worlds: Introducing our new dual-curing adhesive, Permabond 130UV
Permabond is pleased to announce the launch of its brand new dual-curing cyanoacrylate adhesive, Permabond 130UV. This low-viscosity, solvent-free adhesive cures both in the presence of moisture and upon exposure to UV light, effectively offering the best of both of these technologies! 130UV forms a tack-free bond in seconds, is crystal clear once cured and […]
Permabond 712 – our brand new, water-resistant cyanoacrylate
Permabond is delighted to announce the launch of 712, a low viscosity, water-resistant cyanoacrylate adhesive which can pass stringent 85/85 automotive ageing tests. Once cured, 712 has outstanding resistance underwater, as well as when used in hot and humid conditions. This is fairly unique amongst cyanoacrylates and the first of its kind in our product […]
Permabond Launches New Toughened Acrylic Adhesive, TA4208 Black
Permabond Europe is pleased to announce the launch of its new toughened acrylic adhesive, Permabond TA4208 Black. This breakthrough product has been designed with the steadily growing composite materials market in mind. Engineered to serve the needs of a wide variety of industries, the multi-purpose TA4208 Black is definitely an adhesive to have in your […]
Technical Focus: What is Potting, anyway?
You may have come across the term ‘potting’ in adhesives and wondered what it actually means. We’re not talking about plant pots, or potting around the shed here! Potting refers to the ‘filling in’ or encapsulating of a space with an adhesive. The space essentially becomes a ‘pot’ to be filled up with the adhesive. […]
EV Thermal Management: How Adhesives Play a Crucial Role
Electric vehicles (EVs), just like their combustion engine counterparts, need optimal temperatures in order to run at their best. In traditional, petrol-powered cars, this is achieved through the car’s thermostat, engine coolant and radiator system. In EVs, thermal management involves the cooling of batteries, the motor and power electronic systems. But why exactly is thermal […]
Innovation Spotlight: Breakthroughs in Aerospace Adhesive Technology
The aerospace industry, it could be said, currently finds itself in a bit of a bind. In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, more and more people are wanting to fly and travel again after a lengthy period where this was difficult, if not impossible. However, awareness of the environmental impact of flying is also […]
New Di-isocyanate Rules and Their Impact on Foaming Adhesives
New Rules on Di-isocyanates Di-isocyanates are hazardous materials. Even short-term exposure to these compounds without the proper protection can be very harmful to health. For this reason, their use is subject to strict regulations, such as those specified in Annex XVII of REACH. On 4th August 2020, the EU adopted a new restriction on the […]
EV Charging Point Adhesives
The world is changing rapidly, and with it, the number of people who are charging rapidly. Whether due to government incentives to do so, the feel-good factor of going green, or the desire to keep up with the latest trends, more and more people are now turning to electric vehicles (EVs) for their next car […]
We’re on fire! Permabond launches high-strength, fire retardant adhesive TA4230
Permabond is delighted to announce the launch of its new fast-curing, high-strength fire retardant adhesive TA4230, which has been third party tested to meet UL94-V0 requirements. This is truly a groundbreaking product, being both tougher and faster-curing than most other fire retardant adhesives on the market. A 2-part, 1:1 mix ratio, toughened acrylic adhesive, […]
