Strength Test: JB Weld Plastic Bonder vs. Infinity Bond MMA 500

Choosing a plastic-bonding adhesive is no easy task. Plastic substrates are notoriously difficult to bond. To make the process easier for you, we ...

Strength Test: Best Adhesives for Bonding Metal to Metal

We set out to find the best adhesive for bonding metal to metal by conducting a strength test in our adhesive testing lab that compared a number of...

The Dos and Don'ts of Working with Silicone Adhesives and Sealants

If you have ever worked in an industrial setting, you have probably come across silicone adhesives and sealants. Silicone adhesive sealant is versatile, but, unlike other adhesives, it must cure. Curing means letting it dry, and, although it is not necessarily a difficult process, it takes patience. Silicone adhesives can take as little as 24 hours to cure, but it may also take up to several days if the sealant is thick.

The Top Brands for Hot Melt Packaging Glue Sticks

Because of the demand for high quality and cost-effective hot melt for packaging, there are a lot of packaging glue sticks on the market. To make your research and selection process easier, we’ve put together a guide to help you find the right product for your packaging needs. 

Why Use Hot Melt For Countertop Templating?

What Is Countertop Templating? Countertop templating is the process of developing a precise template that can be used as a guide when creating cus...

Your Complete Guide to Bonding Plastics & Plastic Glue

Adhesives for Plastics Plastic has come a long way from the early days of Bakelite to the vast array of polymers we see all around us every day. We...

Woodworking Made Easy Thanks to 3M's Adhesive Families

From 3M’s aerosol adhesive family to its robust hot melts found in the Scotch-Weld line of products, the company offers a wide range of adhesive products that can do it all. 

Infinity Melt FreezerPack Glue Stick Review

Freezer-grade glue sticks are a great option for end-of-line packaging to seal packages that pop open. We recommend the Infinity Bond FreezerPack ½ Inch Glue Sticks. They can be dispensed with any standard ½ Inch glue gun. The Infinity Bond FreezerPack glue sticks are the only glue sticks we have found to work well on the difficult coated substrates and in extremely cold temperatures.

A Deep Dive into Structural Adhesives

Structural adhesives are specially formulated to have enhanced load-bearing qualities and offer exceptional strength. It’s stiffer than other kinds of adhesives and is able to bond irregular surfaces and unprimed substrates better than other adhesives. The three most common types are epoxy, acrylic, and urethane. 

What to Expect from Your Favorite Super Glues

For quick repairs, tears, and breaks superglue is the one tool that will save your sanity and your wallet. Whether you’re a commercial contractor or fixing loose ends around your home, super glue is a versatile, easy-to-use adhesive that gets tough jobs done quickly. Choosing a superglue that fits your needs is easy, but we’re making it easier with this factsheet. 

An Introduction to Methyl Methacrylate Adhesives (MMAs)

Methyl Methacrylate Adhesives, or MMAs, are structural adhesives that have been developed to bond metals, plastics, and composites. They are designed with toughness, flexibility, and ease of use. While MMA technology is relatively new, it has already become a valuable tool for use in industries such as transportation, marine, building, and construction.

ASI Superglue Quick Reference Guide

At Gluegun.com, we offer a wide variety of superglue so you'll be able to find the right glue for any project. To make your research process go more smoothly, we put together this guide for you to reference anytime you're looking for a product for a new project.