With the
development of scientific technologies, the manufacturing sector has launched
many new materials with diverse uses. However, the consistency of this newly
developed material remains unaffected with the traditional binding agents. This
form one of the main challenges of the manufacturing industry which can only be
solved with the use of modernised contact adhesive.
The
traditional joining techniques are often at present considered unfavourable as
it damages the surface of the material it is used upon. While the thermal
techniques are often the causes of altering the surface of the material, the
mechanical techniques are responsible for wreaking the surface material. It is
because of this that most industries prefer the use of industrial sealants to traditional bonding methods. Here are a few
ways how adhesives are beneficial with their versatile nature:
Stress Distribution
One of the main reasons for choosing adhesive bonding over other methods is improved stress distribution. If two substrates are put together in a scenario with one fastener then the force is centred on the fastener. However, with the use of adhesive, the force is equally distributed with a stronger assembly.
Fill Larger Gaps
When it comes to filling any large gaps nothing works better than general purpose silicone which is a special kind of adhesive used for sealing joints. This method is called potting or filling and when done with an adhesive improves structural integrity along with dampening movement or vibration.
Protective Seals
In addition to this, adhesives are used for sealing gaps without any harm to the surface of the material it is applied on. If you’re a manufacturer who relies on fasteners, adhesives can be a big help to you. They offer two solutions as they can hold the assembly together and provide coverage at the same time.
Improving Aesthetics
Products
not only needs to look good but work perfectly too. In this case, adhesive
improves the aesthetic quality of the product. This way you don’t have to deal
with protruding fasteners or weld burns.
Adhesives are also cheaper as compared to other binding materials.
