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Traditionally, aluminum, steel and other metal parts are joined together with mechanical or thermal methods, such as rivets or resistance welding. But, structural adhesive is now an alternative that engineers must seriously consider.
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Structural bonding is replacing mechanical fastening-bolt, screw, clip or weld-throughout the assembly process. Structural adhesives cover the entire bond area, often creating a stronger bond than traditional, intermittently spaced fasteners.
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Adhesive-bonding is a joining process whereby materials are held together by the surface attachment of adhesives. It is similar to welding only in the function it performs, and as such it may provide an advantageous alternative to classic joining procedures in well defined applications.
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