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The right epoxy resin tools for the job By Avery Jorgensen, GBI Composite Materials Engineer Wetting out fabric is very important when making or repairing any composite part. Encapsulating each fiber in resin assures the highest level of strength and durability possible. Most of us do it without thinking about what the best way might […]
By Don Gutzmer – GBI Technical Advisor The beauty of naturally finished wood on a boat is appealing to many boat owners, but the maintenance of clear wood finishes is an ongoing task. One way to reduce this task is to stabilize the moisture content of the wood with epoxy. Residents in Michigan or Florida […]
By Don Gutzmer – GBI Technical Advisor “What Is the Shelf Life of West System® Epoxy?” The short answer is: It depends, but usually a really long time. …but you didn’t come here for just the short answer, did you?
By Jeff Wright – GBI VP of Technical Services It has been several years since we wrote an article about amine blush. We mention amine blush repeatedly in our instructions and related Epoxyworks articles, but it is a common question from our customers. A clear, more detailed discussion seemed worthwhile.
By Terry Monville – GBI Technical Advisor Taking the time to do quick, rough calculations at the beginning of a project can help you save on money and frustration in the long run. This can be especially helpful if you’re new to working with epoxy and haven’t quite developed the intuition yet for how far […]
