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“There are so many. How do I choose?” WEST SYSTEM offers six different fillers—why so many? When is it critical to use a specific one? What are the differences? Let’s explore the details of WEST SYSTEM Fillers and discuss how they function. Understanding these products will enable you to take advantage of the versatility inherent […]
By Don Gutzmer – GBI Technical Advisor When using WEST SYSTEM Epoxy as an adhesive it is important to make sure pieces are held in position while the epoxy cures. Here are some tips for best results when clamping.
By Tom Pawlak — GBI Technical Advisor When creating lots of epoxy fillets, a faster way to apply the thickened epoxy is with an 810 Fillable Caulking Tube. It takes a bit of time to transfer the epoxy into the tube, but it is wonderfully efficient for applying epoxy to the joints. Compared to other […]
New Possibilities for HDPE Boats D-ring pads are often attached to flexible surfaces with urethane adhesives to gain load-carrying capacity where there otherwise wouldn’t be any. They are used on waterproof fabric cargo bags, heavy tarpaulins, and inflatable boats. They are also sometimes used on the decks of canoes and kayaks to hold cargo in […]
Working with G/5 Resin & Hardener By Tom Pawlak — GBI Technical Advisor Above: To simplify mixing G/5 Resin and Hardener for a large project, Grant made a carrying pallet with sixteen holes, sized to hold 1-ounce mixing cups (pill cups purchased at a food service outlet). The pallet was covered with duct tape so […]
