APPLIED Adhesives' comprehensive lab and testing services

Comprehensive evaluations of your adhesive system and dispensing equipment by our technical experts can help to improve product performance while replicating your specific plant and substrate conditions. Evaluating adhesive systems and dispensing equipment can drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and support your organization and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

No matter the substrate, our adhesive experts can perform analytical testing to ensure you’re utilizing the most effective product and equipment for your specific adhesive application. Our experts have the depth and breadth of knowledge on our manufactured and distributed product lines and systems to make the best recommendation for your needs.

At APPLIED Adhesives, we conduct a range of qualitative and physical tests to ensure the highest standards for adhesive performance. Our experts meticulously evaluate every aspect of your adhesive to guarantee optimal results for your specific applications.

Appearance
Ensure your adhesive meets aesthetic and functional standards with comprehensive appearance evaluations, guaranteeing consistency and quality.

Dry Time / Set Speed
Optimize your production speed and efficiency by testing the adhesive’s dry time and set speed, ensuring rapid and reliable bonding.

Fiber Tear Tests
Assess the strength and integrity of your adhesive bonds with fiber tear tests, ensuring durability and reliability in demanding applications.

Water Resistance Tests
Verify the adhesive’s resistance to moisture to ensure lasting performance in environments exposed to water or humidity.

Elasticity
Evaluate the flexibility and resilience of your adhesive to maintain performance under stress and varying conditions.

Wet Tack
Test the adhesive’s initial grip (wet tack) and final bond strength to ensure optimal performance from application to end-use.

Our quantitative testing methods provide precise and actionable data to enhance adhesive performance. By rigorously evaluating key parameters, we ensure your adhesive solutions meet the highest standards of efficiency and reliability.

Viscosity
Quantitative viscosity measurements help fine-tune the adhesive’s flow properties for consistent application.

pH
Determine the adhesive’s acidity or alkalinity to ensure compatibility with substrates and stability over time.

Solids Percentage
Measure the solid content in adhesives to predict performance characteristics and optimize formulation.

Hardness
Test the cured adhesive’s hardness to ensure it meets the necessary durability and strength requirements.

Overlap Shear
Evaluate the shear strength of the adhesive bonds to ensure they can withstand applied loads in real-world applications.

180 Degree Peel/T-Peel
Measure the peel strength of adhesive bonds to assess their ability to maintain integrity under stress.

Surface Energy
Assess the substrate’s surface energy to ensure proper wetting and bonding to various substrates.

Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) analysis can help you proactively confirm adhesive quality, identify issues, and troubleshoot problems effectively, ensuring your adhesive performs as expected.

We provide small quantities of recommended adhesives for streamlined trials, making it easy to test and validate adhesive performance in your specific applications.

Explore new products or production challenges with confidence through APPLIED Adhesives’ proof of concept testing. Our process lets you simulate production line variables, ensuring smooth operations and minimal disruptions. By monitoring and comparing efficiency over time, we provide clear insights and actionable data. Once we identify the optimal solution, we ensure a seamless line demonstration, helping you achieve peak performance without impacting production.