Structural Adhesives - Assembly & Protection Solutions Division | Parker US
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LORD Structural Adhesives replace traditional welding and fasteners as a more cost-effective option, without compromising a quality bond. LORD structural bonding adhesives are available in acrylic, epoxy and urethane chemistries – serving many diverse industries, from electronics to automotive to construction.

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What is a Structural Adhesive?

Sometimes referred to as "glue," an adhesive is a substance used to bond together two surfaces and is generally sticky in texture.

Structural adhesives are engineered to form bonds that can support loads (via load-bearing joints) and are formulated to improve manufacturing processes and final products for a variety of composite, metal and plastic assemblies.

What are the benefits of Structural Adhesives?

  • Load Distribution
  • Bonding Dissimilar Materials
  • Aesthetic Improvement
  • Reduced Weight
  • Durability
  • Cost-Effective
  • Thermal and Electrical Insulation
  • Flexibility
  • Ease of Use
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Improve Appearance, Strength & Durability

With more than 60 years of experience in developing and manufacturing industrial adhesive solutions, our extensive line of acrylic, epoxy and urethane adhesives improve appearance, strength, and durability – while offering you design flexibility and total cost savings. Compared to traditional fastening methods such as rivets, welds and tapes, LORD Structural Adhesives eliminate the costs associated with metal preparation and finishing operations to improve your manufacturing processes.

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Structural Adhesive Bonding 101

Learn how LORD structural adhesives are eliminating rivets, welds and mechanical fasteners and enabling lower cost assembly. Listen to Angela talk through our acrylic, epoxy and urethane adhesives and the best applications for each adhesive category.

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Composite Bonding Adhesives

Our composite bonding adhesives, designed for applications like liftgates, battery box assemblies, and spoilers in EVs, offer high strength and durability for structural use. They exceed U.S. DOT non-flammability standards, resist environmental and chemical exposure, and remain stable on vertical or overhead surfaces for flexible application. Additionally, they are environmentally friendly, containing no ozone-depleting chemicals.

Metal Bonding Adhesives

In today's fast-paced industrial landscape, the demand for reliable and high-performance metal bonding adhesives is greater than ever. At Parker, we specialize in developing advanced LORD metal bonding adhesives that provide exceptional strength, durability, and versatility for a wide range of applications. Whether you're in automotive, aerospace, or manufacturing, our adhesives are designed to meet your specific needs.

Plastic Bonding Adhesives

Plastic bonding adhesives are specialized formulations designed to create strong, durable bonds between various plastic substrates. As the automotive industry increasingly shifts towards lightweight materials for enhanced fuel efficiency and lower emissions, the demand for effective plastic bonding solutions has never been higher. Our adhesives offer a range of high-performance plastic bonding adhesives that meet the rigorous demands of modern automotive applications.

Featured Metal & Composite Bonding Structural Adhesives

Developed to bond various metals and composites, explore our featured Structural Adhesives:

 

EV Battery thermal adhesive

FAQ

What is an Adhesive Bond Line?

The bond line of a material is used to describe where a material contacts components, usually when it is sandwiched in between them. Typically, the most important quality of a bond line is its thickness. For liquid-dispensed materials, bond line is variable and is based on the stand-off that is present in each application.

Not sure which structural adhesive you need? Talk with one of our experts.

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