The market for constructive sealants is fast growing. More and more mechanical fasteners are replaced by constructive elastic bonds. Constructive bonding has many advantages over mechanical fastening and very few disadvantages. High modules polyurethane and hybrid sealants are the most common sealants used for this purpose. Compared to mechanical fasteners these sealants are often stronger and don’t cause corrosion on metals. Other benefits of using these high module sealants: makes drilling unnecessary, reduces sound transmission and can also provide a watertight seal.

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