This article details Dow Automotive's role as a manufacturer of adhesives and sealants for the automotive and commercial transportation industries.
From the early 20th century through the 1950s, windshields were installed as a feature that enhanced passenger comfort by keeping external elements out of the passenger compartment. For OEMs, installation of these large pieces of stationary glass was a cumbersome process that consisted of manually wrangling not only the glass but also a series of gaskets, metal trim, mechanical fasteners, stops, and spacers.