Adhesives and Composite Materials for Aerospace and Defense Aerospace and DefenseAralditeComposite materialsEpoxy adhesivesIndustrial adhesivesStructural adhesives

Adhesives and Composite Materials for Aerospace and Defense

Key Points Composite materials for aerospace and defense are increasingly used to reduce weight, improve structural performance and increase operational efficiency. Structural adhesives are now fundamental design elements in aerospace structures and defense systems. The integration of composite materials and adhesives improves load distribution and the fatigue resistance of joints.…
Mascherpa
March 11, 2026
Resin Transfer Moulding Light (RTM Light): A Complete Guide AralditeCompositesDiatexMarineMolding consumablesResin systems for compositesSaertex

Resin Transfer Moulding Light (RTM Light): A Complete Guide

Key Points Resin Transfer Moulding Light (RTM Light) is a vacuum-assisted closed-mold process with low resin injection pressure. The system utilizes two vacuum levels to ensure mold closure and facilitate resin flow within the laminate. This technology enables the production of composite components with high surface quality and controlled resin…
Mascherpa
March 5, 2026
Mascherpa Adhesive Solutions for Cober Rackets and Poles Acrylic adhesiveAralditeCompositesEpoxy adhesivesExpertIndustrial AdhesivesPermabondStructural adhesives

Mascherpa Adhesive Solutions for Cober Rackets and Poles

Key Points Since 2007, Mascherpa has supported Cober with ongoing technical dialogue, focused on finding tailored solutions for each application. Bonding EVA foam to polypropylene was achieved without harmful primers or plasma, using Permabond TA4611 for complex plastic substrates. Testing revealed cohesive failure of the joint, with EVA breaking before…
Mascherpa
February 18, 2026
trattamento superficiale
Surface treatment: what it is and how it is performed for industrial adhesives AralditeCompositesIndustrial AdhesivesMetalsPlasticSurfaces

Surface treatment: what it is and how it is performed for industrial adhesives

Key Points Surface treatment optimizes the substrate properties, allowing the adhesive to adhere uniformly and stably on different materials. Surface treatment differs from surface preparation, which involves the removal of contaminants before adhesive application. Each material requires specific treatment methods, such as abrasion, chemical etching, plasma, or flame treatments. Metals,…
Mascherpa
December 16, 2025
Araldite® 2011
Araldite Epoxy Adhesives: Advantages of the New Range AralditeEpoxy adhesivesGeneral industryHuntsmanIndustrial AdhesivesStructural adhesivesTransportation

Araldite Epoxy Adhesives: Advantages of the New Range

Key Points The new generation of Araldite® epoxy adhesives was developed to respond to the CLP Regulation update, eliminating reclassified CMR substances and intentionally added BPA, while maintaining the reliability of existing products unchanged. The reformulations introduce an improved HSE profile, reducing exposure risks for operators and simplifying material management…
Mascherpa
November 24, 2025
New generation of Araldite® adhesives: BPA free and not subject to CMR-labeling AralditeEpoxy adhesivesHuntsmanIndustrial AdhesivesStructural adhesives

New generation of Araldite® adhesives: BPA free and not subject to CMR-labeling

Key Points The new generation of Araldite® adhesives represents a technical and regulatory evolution: it is BPA free , free of CMR-labeled substances and complies with the latest updates of the European CLP Regulation, without compromising on performance. The new formulations offer greater operator safety, simplify materials management on the…
Mascherpa
October 23, 2025
Resine termoindurenti e adesivi strutturali per l'aerospazio
Thermosetting Resins and Structural Adhesives for Aerospace Aerospace and DefenseAralditeCompositesHuntsmanMetalsStructural adhesives

Thermosetting Resins and Structural Adhesives for Aerospace

Key points of the article In the aerospace sector, it is essential to use lightweight materials that are flame-retardant and stable at extreme temperatures. Araldite thermosetting resins meet these requirements with high performance and out-of-autoclave processability. The benzoxazine formulations offer high rigidity and dimensional stability, while single-component adhesives ensure quick…
Mascherpa
June 9, 2025
Adesivo epossidico e le soluzioni Araldite per il fai da te
Epoxy adhesive and Araldite’s do-it-yourself solutions AralditeDIYEpoxy adhesivesHuntsman Araldite

Epoxy adhesive and Araldite’s do-it-yourself solutions

Key points of the article Araldite epoxy adhesives bring professional quality to the DIY world, offering strong, durable, high-performance bonding. Due to the reaction between resin and curing agent, epoxy glue provides high mechanical and chemical sealing on many surfaces, even under difficult conditions. The Araldite range consists of products…
Mascherpa
May 15, 2025
Giunti strutturali: tutti i vantaggi dell'incollaggio adesivo
Structural joints: all the advantages of adhesive bonding Aerospace and DefenseAralditeAutomotive IndustryCompositesHuntsmanIndustrial adhesivesMetalsPlastic

Structural joints: all the advantages of adhesive bonding

Key points of the article Araldite structural adhesives are an advanced solution for making strong, reliable and durable joints in technically demanding industries such as aerospace, automotive and energy. Proper application procedures to achieve effective bonding: from surface preparation to curing management. Adhesive bonding offers numerous advantages over traditional methods,…
Mascherpa
April 3, 2025
Araldite 2000 adhesives: optimal solutions in all areas AralditeCompositesElectronicsElectronicsEnergyHuntsmanIndustrial AdhesivesMarineMetalsPlasticStructural adhesivesTransportation

Araldite 2000 adhesives: optimal solutions in all areas

Araldite 2000 adhesives, from Huntsman Advanced Materials, provide a technologically advanced solution to bonding challenges in the most demanding industries. This range offers high-level performance through versatile formulations that meet diverse needs, ensuring reliability, durability and ease of use. Araldite 2000 adhesives: a complete solution for industrial production The Araldite…
Mascherpa
January 16, 2025