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This section provides an overview for glass adhesives as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 12 glass adhesive manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked glass adhesive companies as of December, 2024: 1.Master Bond, Inc., 2.Bison International B.V., 3.Bohle Ltd..
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Glass adhesive is specifically formulated for bonding glass to glass or other materials. It is prized for its transparency and high bonding strength, offering versatility across various applications. Unlike traditional adhesives, glass adhesive retains its transparency after curing, which ensures a visually appealing finish. Its composition mainly includes resin, hardener, and various additives that, when combined, are designed to fill the minute irregularities on the glass surface, resulting in strong, durable adhesion.
Its use spans numerous applications, from interior decor items like tableware and vases to architectural elements such as window glass and mirrors, as well as in the assembly of electronic devices including smartphones and cameras, and even in medical equipment. The application process typically involves preparing the glass surface, applying the adhesive, and then applying pressure to bond the surfaces together effectively, ensuring a strong and reliable adhesion.
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DuPont de Nemours, Inc., commonly shortened to DuPont, is an American multinational chemical manufacturer headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, and established in 1802. The company offers adhesives and coatings for electronic components, commercial inkjet inks for printing solutions, surfacing materials and insulating foam sealants for building constructions, chromatography resins for protein purification, as well as lubricants and fluids for various electronic component applications. They also provide specialty enzymes and proteins for food production, thermal management materials, and microbial control products for industrial hygiene. DuPont serves various industries, including automotive, building and construction, energy, packaging and printing, as well as water management.
Thorlabs, Inc, established in Newton, NJ in 1989, is a manufacturer of photonics equipment for research, manufacturing, and biomedical applications. Their product portfolio includes optical components, for use in imaging, sensing, and spectroscopy applications, spectrometers and analyzers used for research and industrial applications, fiber optic components and photomultiplier tubes, and imaging devices that capture and measure light signals for diverse applications in scientific research. The company has sales offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Sweden, China, and Brazil.
Master Bond, Inc., founded in 1975 and has its headquarters in Hackensack, New Jersey, is a manufacturer specializing in adhesives, sealants, coatings, and potting compounds. Their offerings are used for bonding, sealing, encapsulating, and coating applications in which their products cater to industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical, and oil and gas providing durability, chemical resistance, thermal conductivity, and electrical insulation. Master Bond maintains stringent quality standards and is ISO 10993-5 certified, ensuring technologically advanced solutions for their customers' industrial needs.
Atom Adhesives, established in 2013 and based in Rhode Island, USA, is a manufacturer of custom-formulated adhesives and compounds. The product varieties include custom-formulated Grease and epoxy, Urethane, UV, and Silicone Systems, accompanied by a range of Dispensing Accessories. These optimal-performance adhesives and compounds are used for robust strength, durability, and adaptability, making them suitable for numerous applications. Industries such as electronics, aerospace, automotive, medical, and construction use these AA bond adhesives to meet various bonding and sealing needs.
Dymax Corporation was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Torrington, Connecticut. The company develops and manufactures rapid and light-curable materials and light-curing systems for the medical, consumer electronics, wearables, aerospace, and automotive electronics industries. The company’s product segments include Light Curable Materials, Light-Curing Equipment, and Dispensing Equipment. Light Curable Materials include masking, gasketing, and activators. Light-Curing Equipment includes conveyor systems, flood-curing systems, and radiometers. Dispensing Equipment includes dispense valves, syringe dispensers, and material reservoirs. The company also offers application engineering, equipment, and system integration services.
Permabond LLC, founded in 1978, is a manufacturer based in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, specializing in adhesive technologies. The company's portfolio includes anaerobic adhesives and sealants, and modified epoxy and modified silicone (MS) polymer adhesives. Additionally, the company offers single and two-part epoxy adhesives, structural acrylic adhesives, and ultraviolet (UV) light adhesives. These adhesive find application in various industries, serving the manufacturing of agricultural and construction machinery, electric vehicles (EVs), and lighting. Moreover, the company provides its adhesive technologies to sectors like aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical devices, and transportation. It also operates Blue Center Innovation Technologies, a laboratory for research and product development.
Bohle Ltd., established in 1923 and headquartered in Cheshire, England, is a manufacturer of tools, machinery, and accessories for glass processors. The company operates in eight product divisions, including handling, glass cutting, and surface protection, catering to various customer segments in trade, industry, and retail. Its product range includes cutting wheels, process chemicals, and systems such as the VetroMount balustrade, known for its design excellence with the Red Dot Award. The company offers solutions for sandblasting, drilling, and glass grinding, backed by professional expertise and an emphasis on customer needs.
Panacol-Elosol GmbH was established in 1978 and is headquartered in Steinbach, Hessen, Germany, as a manufacturer and provider of industrial and medical-grade adhesives. The company's product list comprises Vitralit, Elecolit, Structalit, Penloc structural glue from Panacol, and Cyanolit, among others. The adhesives have a wide range of applications, from bonding in electronics and smart cards to display bonding, optics, and medical-grade adhesives, while also functioning as liquid gaskets or UV mask materials. The company caters to various industries, including electronics, optoelectronics, medical, automotive, and luxury packaging.
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.
Bison International BV, founded in 1966, in Kloetinge, Zeeland, The Netherlands, is a manufacturer and distributor of cleaners and sealants that provide adhesives. The company’s product portfolio includes glue tools, parquet adhesives, epoxy repair products and polyurethane wood adhesives. It markets its products to construction and building contractors as well as private individuals. The Company is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. It aims to improve its products and offer solutions in order to meet the needs of customers and end-users as well as of future generations.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Master Bond, Inc. |
18.2%
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| 2 | Bison International B.V. |
13.6%
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| 3 | Bohle Ltd. |
9.1%
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| 4 | Atom Adhesives |
9.1%
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| 5 | Thorlabs, Inc |
9.1%
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| 6 | Panacol-Elosol GmbH |
9.1%
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| 7 | Permabond LLC. |
9.1%
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| 8 | DYMAX |
9.1%
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| 9 | Hang Your Glass |
4.5%
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| 10 | Henkel Corp |
4.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the glass 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
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*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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6 | 75.0% |
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United Kingdom
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1 | 12.5% |
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Germany
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1 | 12.5% |
