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# Bond Tech Industries: Based in Brampton, Ontario, Bond Tech Industries has been a trusted leader in industrial adhesive manufacturing since 1998. We produce a diverse lineup of hot melt, water-based, and dry blend adhesives engineered for packaging, laminating, bookbinding, and product assembly. Serving clients throughout Canada and the United States, we specialize in custom adhesive formulations tailored to your exact operational requirements.

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- [How to Choose the Right Core Winding Adhesive for Paper Tube Production](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-core-winding-adhesive-for-paper-tube-production/): Core winding adhesives are a structural component of the finished tube, not a simple fastener. The right choice comes down to three factors: the wet tack needed to hold plies together at line speed, the dried bond rigidity that delivers radial crush strength, and the supply format that suits your plant's mixing capacity and freight situation. Align those three and most downstream problems resolve themselves.
- [How to Work With Viscous Adhesives on a Production Line](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-to-work-with-viscous-adhesives-on-a-production-line/): Viscous adhesives are a go-to choice for applications that demand precise bead placement, gap filling, and strong positional hold. Getting reliable results from them, however, depends on how well your process manages temperature, equipment, and consistency. When those variables are off, the signs show up fast: clogged nozzles, uneven beads, stringing, and pump pressure faults.
- [Adhesive Viscosity Units Explained: What Manufacturers Need to Know](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/adhesive-viscosity-units-explained-what-manufacturers-need-to-know/): Pull up a technical data sheet for almost any adhesive and you will see a viscosity figure, often something like 2,500 cP or 800 mPa·s. If those numbers do not mean much at a glance, this guide is for you. Understanding adhesive viscosity units helps you read spec sheets accurately, match products to your equipment, and catch formulation issues before they become production problems.
- [Understanding Adhesive Viscosity for Better Manufacturing Results](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/understanding-adhesive-viscosity-for-better-manufacturing-results/): Have you ever watched adhesive flow perfectly into a tight joint on one line yet sag or string on another? That behaviour comes down to viscosity. Adhesive viscosity determines exactly how the material moves during dispensing, how it wets substrates, and how well it stays in place until the bond sets. For manufacturers, the correct adhesive viscosity means fewer defects, less material waste, smoother equipment operation, and stronger, more consistent results across every shift.
- [Why Solvent-Free Adhesives Offer Greater Practicality for Manufacturers](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/why-solvent-free-adhesives-offer-greater-practicality-for-manufacturers/): Manufacturers today face pressure to boost efficiency, cut costs, and meet strict environmental rules. Solvent-free adhesives deliver clear advantages in these areas. These options, such as hot-melt and water-based systems, eliminate volatile organic compounds (VOCs) while matching or exceeding the performance of traditional solvent-based glues. This post examines key reasons why the practicality of solvent-free adhesives makes them a superior choice for modern production lines.
- [The Dangers of Solvent-Based Adhesives: Why Many Industries Are Moving Away](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/the-dangers-of-solvent-based-adhesives-why-many-industries-are-moving-away/): Solvent-based adhesives have been widely used for decades because of their fast tack and ability to bond challenging substrates. But the drawbacks of these systems are now impossible to ignore. From environmental regulatory pressure to health and safety risks, manufacturers in multiple industries are rethinking whether solvent-based adhesives still belong in their operations. 
- [What Is the Difference Between Solvent and Non-Solvent Adhesives? A Side-By-Side Comparison](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-solvent-and-non-solvent-adhesives-a-side-by-side-comparison/): Adhesives play a critical role in modern manufacturing, packaging, and product assembly. Yet one of the most important distinctions when specifying an adhesive is whether it is solvent-based or solvent-free. The choice impacts not only performance, but also workplace safety, environmental compliance, production speed, and overall cost of ownership. 
- [What Should be Available at Your Adhesive Supply Company?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/what-should-be-available-at-your-adhesive-supply-company/): A good adhesive supply company will have a wide range of products on offer. We here at Bond Tech Industries strive to have the widest product range possible while still maintaining the quality we are known for. Here is a look at the product list you should find at the supplier you choose and a look at what these types of glue do:
- [Why Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA) Adhesives Are the Gold Standard for Woodworking](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/why-polyvinyl-acetate-pva-adhesives-are-the-gold-standard-for-woodworking/): When woodworking, few materials are as universally trusted and widely applied as Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA) adhesives. Commonly known as carpenter’s glue or wood glue, PVA adhesives are a staple in joinery, cabinetry, veneering, and a range of general carpentry tasks.  
- [How to Achieve the Best Bond with Wood Glue: Insights from Formulation Experts](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-to-achieve-the-best-bond-with-wood-glue-insights-from-formulation-experts/): A strong bond is the foundation of any woodworking or manufacturing project. Whether you're building furniture, assembling millwork, or working with engineered wood, the right adhesive—and how you use it—matters.  
- [The Ultimate Guide to Woodworking Adhesives: Choosing the Right Glue for Your Project](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-woodworking-adhesives-choosing-the-right-glue-for-your-project/): Woodworking is an art that relies heavily on the strength and durability of joints. While skillful joinery techniques pay off, the right adhesive can also make or break a project. This comprehensive guide will explore the world of woodworking adhesives, helping you choose the perfect glue for your next masterpiece or manufacturing needs. 
- [5 Ways Bond Tech Metallocene Hot Melt Adhesives Improve Your Packaging Operations](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/5-ways-bond-tech-metallocene-hot-melt-adhesives-improve-packaging-operations/): If you're unhappy with your current packaging materials, it might be time to consider metallocene adhesives. This compound is widely used in food packaging in everything from produce to baked goods.
- [Best Practices for Storing Water-Based Adhesives in Cold Weather](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/best-practices-for-storing-water-based-adhesives-in-cold-weather/): Water-based adhesives are widely used in industrial applications for their versatile benefits. However, storing these adhesives in cold weather can pose significant challenges. Improper storage can compromise adhesive performance, leading to costly downtime and material wastage.  
- [How to Apply Water-Based Adhesives in Cold Weather: A Step-by-Step Guide](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-to-apply-water-based-adhesives-in-cold-weather-a-step-by-step-guide/): Applying water-based adhesives in cold weather can be tricky, but with the right approach, you can achieve a strong bond even when temperatures drop. In this guide, we'll walk you through the essential tips and techniques for successfully applying water-based adhesives in cold conditions.  
- [A Comprehensive Guide to Optimizing Water-Based Adhesives in Cold Weather](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/a-comprehensive-guide-to-optimizing-water-based-adhesives-in-cold-weather/): Cold weather presents unique challenges for the application of water-based adhesives, which are commonly used in various industries for their eco-friendly properties and strong bonding capabilities. The performance of these adhesives can be significantly impacted by low temperatures, affecting their curing process, bond strength, and overall durability.
- [Starch Adhesives vs. Synthetic Adhesives: How Do They Compare in Performance?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/starch-adhesives-vs-synthetic-adhesives-how-do-they-compare-in-performance/): Starch adhesives can match or even surpass the performance of synthetic adhesives in many applications. With advancements in formulations and additive technologies, starch adhesives have become highly competitive in terms of performance and durability. That said, synthetic adhesives still hold the lead in certain high-demand applications. 
- [4 Types of Starch Adhesive Additives & Their Functions](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/4-types-of-starch-adhesive-additives-their-functions/): Starch adhesives are used in various industries, especially in packaging and corrugating processes. However, the natural properties of starch—while advantageous in terms of biodegradability and renewability—also pose certain limitations, such as sensitivity to moisture and limited adhesive strength. To counter these challenges, various additives are incorporated to bolster the performance of starch adhesives. This article looks into the types of additives and their specific roles in enhancing the properties of starch adhesives. 
- [Understanding Starch Corrugating Adhesives and Additives: Your Questions Answered](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/understanding-starch-corrugating-adhesives-and-additives-your-questions-answered/): Starch corrugating adhesives and additives are vital in the paper and packaging industry, offering sustainable, efficient solutions for bonding corrugated cardboard. Their unique properties, environmental benefits, and adaptability make them essential for modern manufacturing processes.  
- [Toll Manufacturing vs. Contract Manufacturing: Determining the Right Fit](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/toll-manufacturing-vs-contract-manufacturing-determining-the-right-fit/): When it comes to manufacturing adhesives, choosing the right production approach is necessary for profitability. Here, we present an insightful comparison between toll manufacturing and contract manufacturing for adhesives so businesses can make informed decisions. 
- [Why is Temperature So Critical for Dry Blended Adhesives?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/why-is-temperature-so-critical-for-dry-blended-adhesives/): After you’ve mixed your dry blended adhesive with water, you still need to heat it to the correct temperature before you apply it. All of the dry blend adhesives we supply, from PVOH to starch-based to gelatin-based, need to be heated to some degree for the best results.
- [Optimizing Involvement: How Companies Can Shape Their Role in Adhesive Toll Manufacturing](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/optimizing-involvement-how-companies-can-shape-their-role-in-adhesive-toll-manufacturing/): Adhesive toll manufacturing allows companies the freedom to choose their level of involvement in both development and production. Whether you prefer a hands-on approach or wish to leave the details to experts, toll manufacturing offers a tailored solution to meet individual company needs and goals. Here, we shed light on how involved a company needs to be in the process, as well as the benefits of this production option.  
- [Toll Manufacturing for Adhesives: Everything You Need to Know](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/toll-manufacturing-for-adhesives-everything-you-need-to-know/): Need to scale up your adhesive production but concerned about overloading your resources? Welcome to the world of toll manufacturing for adhesives. Discover how this innovative strategy allows you to expand your production capacity without the stress.  
- [Compostable vs Recyclable vs Sustainable: Eco-friendly Adhesives Explained](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/compostable-vs-recyclable-vs-sustainable-eco-friendly-adhesives-explained/): It can be pretty confusing trying to understand the terms compostable, recyclable, and sustainable when shopping for an eco-friendly adhesive. Each has a different meaning and contributes to the health of the planet in a unique way. While each has its own benefits, here we review the different types of eco-friendly adhesives available, so you can make the right choice.
- [Know the Dangers: Common Toxic Chemicals in Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/know-the-dangers-common-toxic-chemicals-in-adhesives/): Adhesives are essential for a wide range of applications, from DIY projects to industrial manufacturing. However, some common glues may contain toxins that can pose health risks.  Here, we'll discuss the dangerous chemicals in adhesives and share ways to minimize your exposure. 
- [How Do Industrial Adhesives Impact the Environment?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/industrial-adhesives-impact-environment/): At Bond Tech Industries, we've noticed the industrial adhesive product industry continues to experience a trend away from low-cost natural materials for glues toward synthetic adhesives.
- [How to Properly Store Different Types of Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-to-properly-store-different-types-of-adhesives/): Proper storage of adhesives and glues ensures their longevity and effectiveness. That said, different types of adhesives have different storage requirements. In this post, we outline the general guidelines for storing popular adhesives, including storage temperatures, environmental considerations, and more.  
- [Adhesive Safety, Risks & More: Your Top Questions Answered](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/adhesive-safety-risks-more-your-top-questions-answered/): Adhesives are widely used in various industries and applications, from construction and manufacturing to arts and crafts. While adhesives can provide strong and durable bonds, they also may pose potential risks to the users' health and safety. In this article, we'll answer some common questions about adhesive safety and provide tips on how to choose, use, store, and dispose of adhesives safely and responsibly. 
- [3 Reasons Why Your Water Based Adhesives Aren’t Working](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/3-reasons-water-based-adhesives-arent-working/): Water-based adhesives are one of the most versatile and widely used adhesives because of its universal applications and ease of use.
- [VOC Adhesives: Then and Now](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/voc-adhesives-then-and-now/): Health concerns in relation to consumer products has never been more prevalent than it is today. As we start to understand more of the effects that some products can have on us, we are actively looking to correct these problems. This can be seen in the world of VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) adhesives in particular.
- [The Current State of the Adhesives Industry: An Update](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/the-current-state-of-the-adhesives-industry-an-update/): The COVID-19 pandemic caused a shutdown of the global freight transport system. Most of 2022 has been devoted to recovering the system to pre-pandemic levels. Overall, the rebound has not been entirely smooth. It remains to be seen how long the effects of any remaining disruptions impact the adhesive industry. 
- [Are Glue Sticks Right for Your Application?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/are-glue-sticks-right-for-your-application/): Glue sticks are used with great success across a huge variety of industries. But just because they are common across so many applications doesn’t mean hot melt adhesive sticks are right for yours.
- [Adhesive Shelf Life and Storage Conditions Explained](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/adhesive-shelf-life-and-storage-conditions-explained/): Is your product or packaging not sticking even though you’re using the same adhesive product as always? Your glue may be expired. Unfortunately, glues lose their adhesive properties over time due to the breakdown of their ingredients. Some adhesives will resist this process longer than others.  
- [Safety Tips for Working with Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/safety-tips-for-working-with-adhesives/): Adhesive safety is essential for many reasons. No matter which industry you’re in, adhesives can have many dangerous properties.
- [Common Assembly Concerns for Water-Based Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/common-assembly-concerns-for-water-based-adhesives/): Water-based adhesives, from vegetable to resin, are useful in a wide range of assembly applications. However, it may take some fine-tuning to get your adhesive working just the way that you want it to. You may face some stability or bonding issues during assembly, which may negatively affect your product quality, operating costs, and overall business. Here are some common assembly concerns with water-based adhesives and how you can solve them.    
- [Food-Safe Adhesive for Paper Straws: Understanding Adhesive Regulations](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/food-safe-paper-straws-understanding-adhesive-regulations/): In many areas throughout North America, consumers and regulators demand that those in the food service industry replace plastic straws with paper straws. Unlike plastic straws, paper straws need food-safe adhesive to hold their shape, and that adhesive needs to perform well too. No one wants a straw that falls open after a few minutes of use. Paper straws should last at least two to three hours; more is better. 
- [Why Does My Glue Look Strange? Troubleshooting Glue Appearance Issues](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/why-does-my-glue-look-strange-why-can-i-see-it-at-all/): You don’t want to see any adhesive on your finished product. A good adhesive does all its work behind the scenes. So, if you notice chalky lines or any other glue appearance issues, you may have a problem.
- [3 Best Glues for Cardboard Boxes & Similar Applications](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/3-best-glues-for-cardboard-boxes/): Global shipping has become essential for everyday life. And in many cases, shipping relies on the creation and sealing of cardboard boxes. Everyone from small businesses creating niche products to major shipping companies needs to decide what kind of adhesive they will use to bond the pieces of cardboard together for the boxes they’ll ship their products in. You do have some choices when it comes to which adhesive you’ll use. While water-based adhesives are usually the top choice, we’ll explain the three best glues for cardboard boxes below so you can make the decision for yourself. 
- [Factors That Cause Adhesives to Fail](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/factors-that-cause-adhesives-to-fail/): Whether or not an adhesive fails to perform as expected depends on a large number of factors. Furthermore, adhesive failures are not restricted to the strength of the final bond. From an industrial perspective, an adhesive may fail to perform correctly during preparation and application, which leads to increased process time or material waste.
- [The Complete Guide to Paper Converting: All You Need to Know  ](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/the-complete-guide-to-paper-converting-all-you-need-to-know/): Paper converting is taking a raw paper material and turning it into a more finished product. This may include lined sheet paper, finished books, packaging and labelling materials, newspaper, or other paper products that are to be sold to the consumer. Depending on the raw product and the finished product, the process of paper converting can involve many steps. All involve precision and advanced equipment which allows the conversion to be done at a large scale.
- [Troubleshooting Pesky Water-Based Adhesive Issues](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/troubleshooting-pesky-water-based-adhesive-issues/): Water-based adhesive issues are notoriously rare, as this glue is extremely user-friendly.
- [The Complete Guide to Hot Melt Equipment](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/the-complete-guide-to-hot-melt-equipment/): Hot melt is an excellent option for a huge range of adhesive applications including in the packaging industry, textiles, wood process, electronics and automotive. If you’re curious about this adhesive option and whether or not it is a useful adhesive option for you, this guide will be helpful. Discover the advantages and requirements of hot melt adhesives and their equipment below.
- [How to Bind Books at Home: 4 Easy Tips for Perfect Book Binding](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-to-bind-books-at-home-4-easy-tips-for-perfect-book-binding/): You may already understand the process of binding books at home, from creating folios to adding the fabric or leather for your cover. However, bookbinding at home doesn’t always get you the professional results that you’re looking for. If you have been less than satisfied with your books after binding them at home, we have several tips that can help you raise the bar and get a better-looking end result.
- [Common Adhesive Misconceptions: Why Boxes Pop Open](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/common-misconceptions-about-why-boxes-pop-open/): Adhesive issues and challenges happen to the best of us, despite our best attempts to try and avoid them. You trust in your adhesives to help you get your job done, but sometimes circumstances arise to create problems with your product or packaging appearance. Here are the most common adhesive misconceptions when it comes to boxes popping open, what causes them, and how you can fix them.
- [The Water-Based Adhesive Manufacturing Process: An Overview](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/the-water-based-adhesive-manufacturing-process-an-overview/): Many industries use water-based glues, including the woodworking, paper packaging, paper and labelling industries to name a few. Water-based adhesives come in many ‘flavours’ including PVA, PVOH, Rubber latex and Starch compositions.
- [The Advantages of Using a Hot Melt Adhesive](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/the-advantages-of-using-a-hot-melt-adhesive/): There are many advantages of using hot melt adhesives. Below, we explore these benefits and explain why businesses should consider this type of glue.
- [Water vs. Hot Melt vs. Dry Adhesives: A Complete Guide](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/water-vs-hot-melt-vs-dry-adhesives-bond-tech-industries/): At Bond Tech, we offer three main kinds of adhesives to fit a huge range of bonding needs in many industries. Adhesives can be used for so many things that you may struggle to find information about exactly which type you should use, and how the different kinds of adhesives compare to one another. Here, we’ll provide you with some answers to help guide you.
- [Adhesive Audit Guide: How to Improve Adhesive Strength & Efficiency](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/adhesive-audit-guide-how-to-test-adhesive-strength-efficiency/): Performing an adhesive audit is critical in any industry or application where you use adhesives. The strength and efficiency of an adhesive can change for many reasons, from operator error to temperature, age, and a change in the materials you are adhering to. We typically suggest that you perform an adhesive audit at least once per year, and potentially more often, depending on your operation and the volume of adhesive that you use.
- [Adhesives Explained: Types, Uses & Challenges](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/adhesives-explained-what-are-they-how-do-they-work/): In the simplest of terms, an adhesive is a substance that binds two objects together. For many people, they think of the following commonly used adhesive products:
- [Major Impact of Texas Storm on the Adhesive Industry & Its Supply Chain](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/major-impact-of-texas-storm-on-the-adhesive-industry-its-supply-chain/): While our customers have our support, you may also want to understand how this situation has come about. Here is how the Texas storm in 2021 has impacted the adhesive industry.
- [What are Bioadhesives and Bioplastics?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/bioadhesives-bioplastics/): Did you know there are natural adhesives? Often referred to as bioadhesives, these glues are made from organic materials like bioplastics. But how do these work, and are they strong? Below, we dive into the topic to answer your burning questions.
- [How a Glue Manufacturer Makes Hot Melt Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-a-glue-manufacturer-makes-hot-melt-adhesives/): Every wonder how hot melt glues are made? Here, we explain how a glue manufacturer makes hot melt adhesives.
- [How to Identify the Cause of Your Common Adhesive Issues](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-to-identify-the-cause-of-your-common-adhesive-issues/): When using high tech adhesives, you’ll find them to be extremely reliable, with problems only occurring every once in a while. Adhesives can solve many design issues and also save you time, effort, and money when applied correctly.
- [Four Critical Questions You Must Ask Before Selecting an Adhesive](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/adhesive-qa/): Adhesives come in a variety of chemistries and forms, and each has unique features that are formulated to solve a particular problem or need. That's why selecting an adhesive perfectly suited to your project can be difficult.
- [The Benefits of Automatic Vacuum-Fed Hot Melt Equipment](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/the-benefits-of-automatic-vacuum-fed-hot-melt-equipment/): Automatic vacuum-fed hot melt systems and tankless hot melt systems are a convenient way to deliver adhesive to your operators. If you’ve already made the decision to use bulk hot melt over hot melt glue sticks, you’ll appreciate the lowered cost and flexibility of hot melt automation. Let’s explore some of the many benefits of vacuum-fed systems and a few other things you need to know to get those benefits for yourself.
- [What’s New in Adhesives: Improve Your Application](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/whats-new-adhesives-new-adhesives-improve-application/): If your adhesives don’t perform as expected in your application, invest in a better solution. It’ll save your business time, headache and, most importantly, money. Here are some of our newest products that may help:
- [What Are Pressure Sensitive Adhesives?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/what-are-pressure-sensitive-adhesives/): Pressure sensitive adhesives are a type of glue with many uses and many names. The simple explanation is that they are a type of glue which forms bonds when pressure is applied to it against a surface. They require no solvent, heat or water to activate, but can require heat to apply.
- [How to Maintain Your Hot Melt Equipment](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-to-maintain-your-hot-melt-equipment/): If you rely on your hot melt equipment to keep production running, it’s wise to spend some time keeping it properly maintained. Hot melt guns, hot melt tanks, and the lines between them can all develop char, whether from outside contaminants or from constant re-heating. If you allow char to develop, you can destroy your equipment, or at least suffer needless downtime. Here’s what you need to know about how to maintain your hot melt equipment.
- [Adhesives Found in Nature](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/adhesives-found-in-nature/): Nature often inspires some of humanity’s best technologies. Glues are no exception. Our earliest adhesives were gathered from nature and even now, nature is showing us new compounds we can use to make even better glues. You may be surprised at some of the natural sources of glues, and which is the strongest adhesive we’ve ever seen. Here’s a quick guide to interesting adhesives found in nature. 
- [Comparing Industrial Glue Guns & Their Glue Sticks](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/comparing-industrial-glue-guns-their-glue-sticks/): Your choice of glue gun is essential to the success of your operation. Not all glue guns are made equally. Some will save you time with smooth operation and allow you to choose from a range of adhesives. Others can clog, and produce too much char, if used incorrectly, and slow your operators down. Here’s what you need to know when you’re comparing industrial glue guns.
- [Moving from Plastic Straws to Paper Straws](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/moving-from-plastic-to-paper-straws-bond-tech-industries/): Single-use plastic has become a bone of contention for activists around the world forcing companies to find eco-friendly alternatives. One of the most common steps that companies are taking is the move from plastic straws to paper straws. In fact, the discussion about plastic straws has escalated in many regions, with Seattle becoming the largest city in the United States to "out and out" ban the use of plastic straws back in July 2018. There are many reasons the move from plastic to paper straws makes sense from both an environmental and business savvy standpoint. 
- [Remoistenable Glues for Direct-Mail Response Material](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/remoist-hot-melt-gluing-direct-mail-response-material/): Reply devices, such as tear-off envelopes or foldable postcards with a pre-glued edge, make it easy for customers to return order forms or information requests. Remoistenable glues, applied as part of the printing process, are a cost-effective technique for incorporating such a feature in your direct-mail campaign.
- [Things You Didn’t Know About Industrial Glue Sticks](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/things-you-didnt-know-about-industrial-glue-sticks/): If you’re involved in general product assembly, case and carton sealing, wood working or arts and crafts, you may use industrial glue sticks. These sticks are placed into glue guns that deliver a consistent amount of adhesive, so your operator can get to work.
- [Which is Best: Natural or Synthetic Adhesives?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/which-is-best-natural-or-synthetic-adhesives/): What do you need most from your adhesive? Perhaps cost-effectiveness, the ability to stick to a range of materials, or long-lasting hold? Depending on the needs of your application, either a synthetic or a natural adhesive will be best for you. But which is it?
- [When Should You Use Water-Based Adhesives?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/when-should-you-use-water-based-adhesives/): Water-based adhesives can be used effectively with paper, foil, wood, clay and many other surfaces. The water-based adhesives are non-toxic, easily diluted and easy to clean after use. They are non-flammable, odourless and offer good bonding
- [What Happens During an Adhesive Audit? What to Know](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/happens-adhesive-audit/): An adhesive audit performed by Bond Tech Industries can definitively tell you if you’re using the right products for your needs or if there’s a better alternative available.
- [4 Reasons Your Woodworking Adhesive Isn’t Working](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/4-reasons-woodworking-adhesive-isnt-working/): Woodworking adhesives generally create ultra-strong bonds.
- [6 Reasons Why Your Hot Melt Adhesive Isn’t Working](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/6-reasons-hot-melt-adhesive-isnt-working/): In a recent blog, we shared the most common misconceptions when it comes to boxes popping open, what causes them, and how you can fix them.
- [Hot Melt vs. Water-Based Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/hot-melt-vs-water-based-adhesives/): Adhesives are used virtually everywhere to perform a variety of tasks, and the strength of the glue needed depends on the job.
- [Eco-Friendly Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/eco-friendly-adhesives/): With Earth Day approaching (April 22), it’s appropriate to think about ways to use eco-friendly adhesives in your products or manufacturing applications.
- [How Cold Temperatures Impact Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/how-cold-temperatures-impact-pressure-sensitive-adhesives/): Now that we’re in the middle of winter, it seems like an appropriate time to look at how low temperatures affect the performance of pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs).
- [Effects of Summer Heat on Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/effects-of-summer-heat-on-adhesives/): Adhesives are typically composed of polymers. This means that their viscoelastic natures, what makes them sticky and stretchy, are constantly affected by any changes in temperature.
- [What is Padding Glue?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/what-is-padding-glue/): Padding glue is a type of adhesive product commonly used in the manufacture of writing pads or any 'tear away' style paper product.
- [How are Adhesives Manufactured?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/adhesives-manufactured/): Early man had to rely on natural, unprocessed glues found for adhesive applications. 200,000 years ago, stone flakes held together by birch bark tar were used by humans. Tree resin, two-part mixtures of plant gum and iron oxide and starch-based glues were widely used by later civilizations to bind stone to wood, paper to fabric and in furniture making.
- [The Best 3 Rubber-to-Rubber Adhesives for B2B Companies & Their Advantages](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/best-rubber-rubber-adhesives-b2b-companies/): Chemically speaking, rubber-based adhesives are classified as elastomers.
- [What Are the Best Removable Adhesives and How Do They Work?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/what-are-the-best-removable-adhesives-and-how-do-they-work/): The two most important characteristics of any adhesive are its ability to withstand loading and the strength of its bond to the surface to which it is applied. Adhesives that can withstand high loads, around 1000 lbs. per square inch, are referred to as structural adhesives. Adhesives with less bonding power are termed non-structural adhesives. The latter adhesives exhibit low shear strength, high creep and are sensitive to adverse environmental conditions such as high temperature, solar radiation and solvents. They are also referred to as holding adhesives .
- [Safety Tips for Working with Industrial Adhesive](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/safety-tips-working-industrial-adhesive/): There are hazards intrinsic to adhesives and potential operational risks to working with adhesives in the manufacturing process. Avoiding such risks requires clear safety procedures, training, employee vigilance and an understanding of specific adhesive properties. All potentially harmful substances must be handled responsibly throughout their lifecycle starting with their manufacture to final recycling or disposal.
- [Factors that Affect Adhesive Success](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/factors-that-affect-adhesive-success/): Adhesives are finding more applications than ever before. Many are more efficient for bonding than are fasteners. Adhesives are capable of forming stronger bonds than fastening, especially when bonding dissimilar materials, if proper application procedures are followed.
- [Adhesive Application: What’s the best way to apply adhesive?](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/adhesive-application-whats-best-way-apply-adhesive/): These application methods are all idea for different circumstances. Read on to learn which is best for yours:
- [How Temperature Impacts Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/temperature-impacts-adhesives/): Manufacturers must closely control the working temperature ranges of adhesives to ensure proper viscosity, adhesion, set speed, open time and curing. Poor temperature control creates problems that reduce adhesive performance, increase manufacturing costs and dissatisfied consumers of the end product. Each class of adhesive exhibits its unique thermal characteristics.
- [Benefits and Uses of Hot Melt Glue Sticks](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/blog/benefits-uses-hot-melt-glue-sticks/): Hot melt adhesive  is a great, versatile bonding option for plenty of applications. Is this type the best adhesive for your application?

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- [Download Guide](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/ebook-download/): Sometimes you just want to tinker with a problem and sort it out for yourself. If you’re the kind of person that likes to do some troubleshooting before you call in reinforcements, this free troubleshooting guide is a resource you can’t miss.
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- [Adhesive Audits](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/services/adhesive-audits/): One of our trained technical sales representatives will visit your facility to determine whether your operation is using the correct adhesive.
- [Toll Produce](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/services/toll-produce/): If you have a product that needs to be manufactured but lack the capacity to produce it, Bond Tech Industries can toll produce for you with complete confidentiality.
- [Custom Formulations](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/services/custom-formulations/): We’re always working to improve the functional properties of standard adhesives, but they rarely require a massive overhaul.
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- [Paper Converting](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/applications/paper-converting/): Paper converting often involves operations like slitting, rewinding, punching, folding, treating, and sheeting – not exactly services you would expect from an adhesive manufacturer. But paper converting can also involve adhesives to construct a bag, build a box, corrugate or laminate multiple sheets together, all processes which we’re more than comfortable with. In our quest to provide a complete solution for our clients’ adhesive requirements, we supply paper-converting products on an industrial scale.
- [Product Assembly](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/applications/product-assembly/): Made to meet or exceed the lifespan of your product!
- [General Packaging](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/applications/general-packaging/): Bond Tech packaging adhesives are made to last and perform without fail, whether you’re manufacturing or simply shipping a product. We formulate products for service in all types of conditions and environments.
- [Laminating Adhesives](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/applications/laminating-adhesives/): Substrate Applications:
- [Bookbinding](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/applications/bookbinding/): Solutions:
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- [Equipment and Supplies](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/equipment-supplies/): Whether it’s providing quality equipment internally or through our partnerships with other leading suppliers, Bond Tech Industries is committed to giving you the best products and solutions for your business.
- [Services](https://www.bond-tech-industries.com/services/): When you bring the right adhesive products into your facility and learn how to use them correctly, you reduce downtime and cut back on unnecessary waste.
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