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This section provides an overview for construction adhesives as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 12 construction adhesive manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked construction adhesive companies as of December, 2024: 1.DAP Global Inc., 2.Sika AG, 3.Franklin International.
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Construction adhesive is specifically formulated for bonding various materials together in construction settings. It is available in several types to suit different construction materials, including wood, metal, and concrete, thereby contributing to the strength and durability of structures. These adhesives are often based on epoxy, acrylic, or urethane resins, enhanced with additives for optimal performance. When mixed with hardeners, they demonstrate formidable bonding strength.
Employed in various construction applications, construction adhesives are essential for tasks ranging from wood, metal, and concrete bonding to tile installation and waterproofing projects. The application process involves preparing the surfaces, applying the adhesive, and allowing it to cure, thus ensuring a solid bond between the materials.
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Franklin International, founded in 1935 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, is a manufacturer of adhesives, sealants, and polymers designed for use in commercial and industrial applications. The company presents a comprehensive and varied product portfolio, encompassing wood adhesives, pressure-sensitive adhesives, and specialty polymers tailored for use in the industrial production of wood products, labels, fiberglass, non-woven materials, and more. These products serve a multitude of industries, including construction, furniture manufacturing, paper conversion, pressure-sensitive item production, and fiberglass reinforcement applications.
The Gorilla Glue Company, founded in 1994 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, has emerged as a adhesive manufacturer. Initially used in Indonesia for paper furniture, its application later shifted to Cincinnati. The product line expanded to include Gorilla Tape, Gorilla Super Glue, and Gorilla Construction Adhesive, alongside adhesives resistant to temperature changes and designed for various materials. Offerings encompass Gorilla Waterproof Tape and Spray (sealing water, air, and moisture), Gorilla Contact Adhesive Ultimate (resistant to heat and moisture), Gorilla Permanent Adhesive Dots (double-sided adhesive) and Gorilla Dries Clear Wood Glue (for woodworking and carpentry).
DAP Global Inc., established in 1865 and headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of home repair and construction products. The company offers a wide range of products, including caulks, sealants, foam, adhesives, and repair products. These products find use in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and are available in 60,000 retail outlets. It operates multiple manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada, serving North America and beyond.
CTS Cement Manufacturing Corporation, established in 1960 and headquartered in Garden Grove, California, specializes in the manufacturing of Belitic Calcium Sulfoaluminate (BCSA) cement technology. The company also produces a range of cement products, including fast-setting hydraulic cement, Type-K shrinkage-compensating cement, high-performance cements, and non-shrink cements. Its products include additives, flooring solutions, repair and restoration materials, sealants, adhesives, stucco, and more. These products serve various industries, including adhesives & sealants, bridges, containment, decorative applications, and facades & finishes.
Euclid Chemical Co., founded in 1910 and based in Cleveland, Ohio, manufactures chemical products for the masonry and concrete construction industry. Its products include polished concrete, concrete fibres, cement additives, decorative products, stamping tools, form liners, sealing and curing compounds, underground construction products and more. The company delivers its products inside North America and other countries such as Turkey, South Africa, Puerto Rico and more. Euclid Chemical provides services before, during and after a project is complete.
WEICON GmbH & Co. KG, headquartered in Münster, Nordrhein-Westfalen, has been a manufacturer of chemo-technical products and specialty tools since 1947. Its wide-ranging product portfolio comprises special adhesives and sealants, technical sprays, as well as assembly pastes and greases for various industrial sectors. Its offerings cater to areas such as production, repair, maintenance, and servicing. Apart from chemical products, the company also engages in the development and distribution of stripping tools under its own brand, WEICON TOOLS.
Berry Global Inc., founded in 1967 in Evansville, IN, is known as a manufacturer of plastic products such as bags and bulk bags, bottles and applicators. The company's product portfolio includes plastic packaging solutions for various industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and consumer goods, plastic extrusions, and industrial plastic components for industrial machinery, equipment, and automotive applications. They also offer custom packaging, warehousing, technical support, and distribution services to their customers.
Henkel Corp is a manufacturer of building, fixing, and specialty products through sustainable brands and technologies, established in 1876 and located on First Street, Westlake, Ohio. The build products include construction adhesives, polyurethane foam, sealants, epoxies, and insulated foam sealants. The fixing products are super glue, no drip gel, mounting tape, contact adhesives, and repair wrap. The specialty products include spray adhesives, glues, and surface treatments for industrial and consumer businesses.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DAP Global Inc. |
20.6%
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| 2 | Sika AG |
14.7%
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| 3 | Franklin International |
14.7%
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| 4 | Gorilla Glue, Inc. |
8.8%
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| 5 | PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc. |
5.9%
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| 6 | Sakrete. |
5.9%
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| 7 | CTS Cement Manufacturing Corporation |
5.9%
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| 8 | Rite Adhesives |
5.9%
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| 9 | WEICON GmbH & Co. KG |
5.9%
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| 10 | Euclid Chemical Co. |
5.9%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the construction adhesive page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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5 | 71.4% |
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Germany
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1 | 14.3% |
Australia
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1 | 14.3% |
