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Replicating History with Adhesives

An exact replica of the iconic WWII Battle of Britain Supermarine Spitfire Mk VB was built using structural adhesives.

February 1, 2017

Adhesives and sealants have tremendous opportunities not only in the day-to-day bonding and sealing of products we come into contact with, but in larger-scale projects as well. This month’s cover story, “Replicating History,” examines how the Spitfire Heritage Trust was able to successfully build an exact, full-sized all-fiberglass replica of the iconic WWII Battle of Britain Supermarine Spitfire Mk VB from scratch.

FRP composite replica Supermarine Spitfire Mk VB

Replicating History with Structural Adhesives

A full-size composite replica of the Spitfire fighter aircraft was built using Scott Bader materials.

February 1, 2017

The Spitfire Heritage Trust recently completed a major project, successfully building an exact, full-sized all-fiberglass replica of the iconic WWII Battle of Britain Supermarine Spitfire Mk VB (Type 359) from scratch. Designed by Reginald Mitchell and produced from 1938-1948 at Supermarine Aviation where Mitchell was employed as an engineer, the original Spitfire fighter-interceptor was the first all-metal stressed-skin aircraft.

Ellsworth Adhesives Europe Completes Purchase of TRB’s Adhesive Business Unit

Ellsworth Adhesives Europe recently confirmed its purchase of TRB Lightweight Structure’s Lord adhesive business.

January 17, 2017

This transaction reportedly makes Ellsworth Adhesives one of the largest distributors of Lord Corp. materials across Europe.

Scott Bader Receives Most Innovative Supplier Award from LM Wind Power

Scott Bader recently announced it has received the Most Innovative Supplier 2016 award.

November 30, 2016

Scott Bader received the award for its new zero-styrene spray gelcoat technology from LM Wind Power.

Case Study

A Structural Adhesive Transforms the Hovercraft Assembly Process

Hovertravel successfully completed sea trials on two 12000TD craft constructed with SCIGRIP’s adhesive bonding techniques.

October 3, 2016

Griffon Hoverwork, a designer and manufacturer of technically advanced hovercrafts, has collaborated with SCIGRIP to develop and produce its latest vessel. The newly completed 12000TD is a 22-m passenger craft that reportedly represents a significant shift in manufacturing techniques for the UK hovercraft company.

General Motors Recommends Ashland Adhesive

April 5, 2016

Ashland recently announced that its Pliogrip™ 5770 impact-resistant adhesive has been recommended by General Motors.

Increasing Demand for Structural Adhesives

December 18, 2015

Increasing demand for reducing weight, reduce emissions, and increasing efficiency has led to the increased usage of structural adhesives.

2015 ASI Readers' Choice Award Winners

The ASI Readers' Choice Awards recognize innovation in the adhesives and sealants industry.

Teresa McPherson

November 1, 2015

Success cannot happen without innovation. With this in mind, we developed the ASI Readers’ Choice Award as a way to honor the industry’s hard work and ingenuity.

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