Problem Solving

This Problem Solving section has been designed to share our knowledge and expertise on all aspects of bonding, helping you with adhesive selection, joint design, substrate compatibility, and understanding the loads and stresses placed on bonded joints.

At CTA Industrial Ltd, we are always on hand to discuss your application, visit your premises, provide demonstrations and carry out product trials. Our experienced technical team works across a wide range of industries, offering practical solutions for bonding, sealing, fastening, gasketing and surface protection challenges.

Our Problem Solving approach ensures that every application is assessed individually, allowing us to recommend the most suitable adhesive, tape or sealant for your requirements. Whether you require a structural adhesive, double-sided tape, threadlocker, UV adhesive, epoxy, polyurethane or specialist bonding solution, we can help identify the right product for your application.

Please use the following links to help with your adhesive selection:

Types of adhesives and adhesive terminology

Adhesive joint design

Adhesive stress loads

Calculate adhesive quantities

Conversion chart

• Surface preparation for adhesives and best working practice

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us via the yellow chatbox, fill out our online contact form, email us at [email protected], or call us directly on +44 (0) 121 378 2909.