Gluegun.com Team

Gluegun.com Team

Our blog reflects the expertise of a diverse team at our parent company, APPLIED Adhesives, a trusted leader in the adhesives industry for over 50 years. With specialists across multiple roles, we provide authoritative insights on adhesives, dispensing processes, and emerging technologies in the space. We deliver expert guidance to help customers optimize their adhesive solutions.

Recent News

Glues for Phenolic Plastic

Phenolic can be easy to bond, but you still need the right product. We share some glues for phenolic plastic as well as some bonding tips.

The Ban on Methylene Chloride Adhesives & Alternatives

With the ban on methylene chloride in adhesives, some businesses have been scrambling. Our team shares some alternatives to methylene chloride adhesives.

Product Spotlight & Review: 3M™ Fastbond™ 1100NF

We take an in-depth look at and review 3M Fastbond 1100NF. Find out more about this product and whether or not it is right for your application.

Parker Lord Plant Explosion Leads to Shortage of Lord Adhesives

On February 9, a Parker Lord plant caught fire and exploded in Saegertown, Pennsylvania. Now about a month later, our team has seen what appears to be a shortage of Parker Lord adhesives.  

Recent Guides

How to Avoid Adhesive Sagging: Non-Sag & Thixotropic Alternatives

Learn what causes adhesive sagging and discover practical ways to prevent slumping, dripping, and squeeze-out in vertical and overhead applications.

Polyester Vs. Epoxy Marine Putties

Learn about marine putties, including their key differences, benefits, applications, and how to choose the right option for your marine project.

Sikaflex® 221 Vs. Sikaflex® 291: Product Specs and Ideal Use Cases

Learn more about the similarities and differences between Sikaflex 221 and Sikaflex 291, including their ideal applications.

Marine Putties: Applications, Types, & How to Choose

Get everything you need to know about marine putties, including the different types, applications, surface preparation requirements, and how to choose the right one for your needs.

Recent Adhesive Reviews

3M™ 5200 Review: Advantages, Limitations, & Ideal Uses

Is 3M 5200 right for you? Explore the sealant's advantages, limitations, and ideal uses for permanent bonding and sealing in demanding marine applications.

Infinity Bond MMA 330 Plus Product Review

Read our product review of Infinity Bond MMA 330 Plus. We discuss its features, benefits, and ideal applications.

Sikaflex®-227 vs Sikaflex®-221

Our team compares Sikaflex® 227 and Sikaflex® 221, including their properties, differences, and ideal use cases, to help you determine which sealant is right for you.

Infinity Bond EP 100 Product Review: Pros, Cons, & Ideal Use Cases

We review the Infinity Bond EP 100 clear epoxy, including its strengths, limitations, and ideal applications. We also compare it to another similar product from a top brand.

Recent Glue Gun Reviews

Tec 6300 Power Adhesives Spray Glue Gun Review: Specs & Applications

Interested in the Tec 6300? Read our in-depth product review of the Power Adhesives Tec 6300 spray glue and whether it’s right for you.

Reka TR 700 Glue Gun Review - PUR Cartridge Dispensing

The TR 700 features replaceable 310 ml aluminum cartridges that dispense PUR hot melt adhesive in dots, beads, and other nozzle-dispense forms. It features an operating temperature of 120˚C, and its lightweight makes it ideal for light-industrial applications in industries like packaging, assembly, and installation.

A Buyer's Guide to Heat Guns

No, a heat gun isn’t the latest weapon from the upcoming Star Wars movie. But if you aren’t familiar with this specialty adhesive tool, this guide will introduce you to this high performance tool that is useful in range of projects and how to select a heat gun that best fits your needs.

Top Light Industrial Glue Guns

Industrial glue guns come in all shapes and sizes. Well, at least in all different sizes. They can be designed to handle large or small (light) industrial projects such as packaging and graphic arts. We've gathered the best-of-the-best in our Editor's Top Picks 2019 article. Today we want to focus on light industrial glue guns - the perfect size when you need an upgrade from generic craft store guns - but not quite ready for our Industrial Line of products.