Structural Adhesive bonds galvanized surfaces.

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Without requiring surface preparation, Loctite® H8600(TM) Speedbonder(TM) cures when mixed at room temperature to bond galvanized steel, aluminum, stainless steel, polycarbonate, fiber reinforced plastic composite, and Gelcoat substrates. Non-sagging, 2-component, acrylic adhesive is 100% reactive and fills gaps as large as 0.375 in. Viscosity allows it to be applied horizontally or vertically to surfaces and facilitates flow without running.



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Loctite® Adhesive for Bonding Galvanized Steel and Other Substrates



Rocky Hill, Conn. - December 20, 2005.... Henkel Corporation has introduced Loctite H8600(TM) Speedbonder(TM), a structural adhesive designed for superior bond strength on difficult to bond galvanized steel. The product also offers excellent results bonding steel, aluminum, stainless steel, polycarbonate, fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) composite, and Gelcoat.

For manufacturers, Loctite H8600(TM) Speedbonder(TM) reduces assembly time and costs, and increases connection strength of steel joints. The two component blue acrylic adhesive cures rapidly when mixed at room temperature. Its high viscosity allows it to be applied horizontally or vertically to surfaces, flowing easily without running. Specially formulated to provide long-term bond strength and durability on galvanized surfaces, the patent-pending adhesive delivers high load carrying and enhanced cyclic loading properties.

Non-sagging Loctite H8600(TM) Speedbonder(TM) fills gaps as large as 0.375 inches and requires little or no surface preparation. Formulated to deliver excellent environmental resistance, the adhesive offers superior impact and peel strength over time in the most demanding environments. The 100% reactive adhesive can be easily and accurately applied using hand held cartridge dispensers or large volume meter mix dispense equipment, and tolerates off-ratio mixing.

For more information on the Loctite H8600(TM) Speedbonder(TM), call 1-800-LOCTITE, send an e-mail to marketing@loctite.com, or visit www.loctite.com.

The Henkel Group operates in three strategic business areas: Home Care; Personal care; and Adhesives, Sealants and Surface Treatments, which serves the transportation, electronics, aerospace, metal, durable goods, consumer goods, maintenance and repair and packaging industries, and offers a broad range of products for the craftsman and consumer. With brands and advanced technologies, Henkel makes people's lives easier, better, and more beautiful. 50,000 employees work for the Henkel Group worldwide. People in 125 countries around the world trust in brands and technologies from Henkel - "A Brand like a Friend".

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