A static mixer is a nozzle for mixing fluids without moving elements.

A mixture of substances consists of two or more pure substances that are mixed together but are not chemically linked to one another.

The curing mechanism describes the way in which the resin and hardener particles chemically combine to form polymers.

A chemical bond is a type of bond in which atoms or molecules are held together by the transfer or sharing of electrons.

Elasticity describes the ability of a body to deform after an external force and then return to its original shape.

Peel loading is a form of loading in which a force acts perpendicular to the adhesive surface in a peeling motion.

Tensile strength describes the strength of an individual material under tensile load before it breaks.

In the case of 2-component polyurethane adhesives, the resin component consists of polyols and the hardener components consist of isocyanates, which react to form polyurethanes after mixing.

A monomer is a single chemical unit used as a building block to make polymers.

Primary packaging refers to the packaging that is in direct contact with the product. In accordance with the CLP regulation, labels about the content must be attached to this.

Weldable refers to the ability of a material to be joined by welding.

Bond strength is the sum of all the forces that hold a bond together. These are all adhesion and cohesion forces that describe the connection of all possible layers of a component.

1K PU adhesives contain moisture-reactive binders. These consist of an isocyanate-containing prepolymer, which reacts with water from the air and releases CO² to form PU.

A hardener is used in combination with a resin. It triggers a chemical reaction in adhesives, which in chemistry is called crosslinking, and causes the adhesive to harden.

In bonding technology, contamination refers to the surface contamination of workpieces with “pollutants” such as: B. with silicone oil.

In adhesive technology, final strength describes the point in time when maximum strength of the respective adhesive system is reached.

Lap shear strength is a more accurate description of how shear strength is tested, it refers to shear strength under tensile loading.

Thermoplastics are used in adhesive technology in thermoplastic adhesive. This is applied in a molten state and hardens when it cools. Also known as hot melt adhesive or hot glue.

Passive materials are materials that form a natural protective layer on their surface, protecting them from chemical or electrochemical degradation.

2 component adhesive whose components are applied separately to the two parts to be joined and react with each other and harden after joining.

A data sheet is a document that contains technical information and specifications about a product, including size, weight, performance, materials, etc.

The adhesive surface is the surface of a material that is coated with an adhesive to bond it to another surface.

Elastomers are materials that have high elasticity, similar to rubber. They can deform significantly and then return to their original shape.

Dispersion refers to the distribution of molecules, etc. in a mixture of at least two substances that are not or barely soluble in one another.

Plastics are synthetic or semi-synthetic polymers made from organic compounds.

PUR or PU stands for polyurethane, a versatile plastic used in many applications including foams, adhesives, coatings and fibers.

Temperature resistance refers to the ability of a material to maintain its properties and shape under the influence of temperature changes.

Pigments are often used to create paints as they allow the desired color spectrum to be created.

Substrate fracture is a type of fracture that occurs entirely outside the adhesive layer. The strength of the adhesive is greater than the inherent strength of the parts to be joined.

Methyl methacrylate adhesives (MMA adhesives) are structural adhesives made from methyl methacrylate monomer.

The ability of an adhesive to withstand external mechanical forces over a longer period of time and to undergo little or no deformation.

Shrinkage is a physical phenomenon in which a material changes dimensions due to external influences, such as heat or moisture.

The bending strength describes the maximum load capacity of a component when bending. It is determined by the ability of a material to withstand a certain force.

Traction force refers to the force required to make a body move or keep it moving when it is pulled.

Gap bridging is the ability of an adhesive to bridge a gap between two surfaces to create a strong bond.

Plastically deformable means that a material can permanently change its shape under stress or deformation without breaking or cracking.

Tensile elongation is a measure of the relative change in the length of a material under tensile stress. It indicates how much the material stretches when subjected to a tensile force.

A fiber composite plastic is a combination of fibrous components embedded in a plastic matrix. This creates a new material.

Resins are natural or synthetic substances that typically have a high molecular weight and a viscous to solid consistency.

Anerobic adhesives are adhesives that harden without oxygen and obtain their solid form through chemical reactions within the adhesive.

The filler is a powdery additive that serves to adapt adhesive properties to the intended use and/or to reduce the consumption of raw materials.

The German Gas and Water Association (DVGW) is a leading association in Germany that deals with the areas of gas and water supply.

A suspension is a heterogeneous mixture of a solid and a liquid medium in which the solid does not completely dissolve but rather disperses into small particles.

Wet adhesives are adhesives that are applied in liquid form and harden through evaporation of the solvent or through a chemical reaction.

Threadlocker is a liquid or paste applied to threads to prevent screws or nuts from loosening due to vibration or other forces.

Joining is an engineering process in which two parts are joined together to form a stable and durable object.

A double cartridge is specifically for 2K adhesives. The cartridge is divided into 2 separate chambers to store liquids or adhesives and dispense them in the correct mixing ratio.

Gap filling capacity is the ability of an adhesive to fill a gap between two surfaces while ensuring a strong, permanent bond.

Impact strength describes the ability of a material to withstand impact without breaking or cracking.

A material is said to be fusible if it changes to a liquid state at a certain temperature.

N,N-Dimethyl-p-toluidine (DMPT) is a chemical compound commonly used in industry to cure plastics, resins and adhesives more quickly.

Low-viscosity components are substances that are liquid at room temperature and have a low viscosity. They have a low density and evaporate at low temperatures.

Silicone adhesives and sealants are special adhesives made from silicone and typically have high heat resistance and chemical resistance.

Fixing describes fixing or anchoring an object in a place or position to keep it secure and prevent it from moving or changing.

Diffusion is a natural process in which particles or molecules of a substance move from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration.

Crosslinks are chemical reactions that lead to the spatial, three-dimensional connection of polymer chains.

The biological limit value is a reference value that indicates how much of a certain substance a person can absorb over a certain period of time without negative effects.

Lamination refers to the process of joining multiple layers of a material together by gluing or pressing.

Soldering is a process of joining metals that uses a metal alloy (solder) with a lower melting point than the metal being joined.

Sealants are materials used to seal gaps and crevices between components, forming a waterproof and airtight barrier.

Breakaway torque refers to the force needed to move or rotate an object from its rest position.

Peel strength refers to the load value required to separate bonded parts in a peeling movement.

Adhesive decomposition refers to the process by which the adhesive loses its adhesive properties due to aging, chemicals, moisture or heat.

Corrosion is a natural process in which metals break down through chemical reactions with their surroundings.

Light curing is a process in which a special plastic or adhesive is cured by irradiation with light.

The workplace exposure limit refers to the highest permissible concentrations of hazardous or harmful substances in the air at the workplace.

Polycondensation refers to a type of reaction in which two molecules react with each other to form a larger molecule and a smaller molecule like water, ect. is released.

The adhesive layer is the layer of adhesive that is applied between two surfaces to bond them together.

PFAS (per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances) are a group of persistent chemical compounds used in many everyday products such as water-repellent clothing, nonstick cookware and food packaging. These substances are controversial because of their extreme stability in the environment and in the human body.

Hot melt refers to a thermoplastic adhesive that is applied in a molten state and then hardens when cooled. Also known as hot melt adhesive or hot glue.

Cohesive failure occurs when the adhesive fails due to internal weaknesses or insufficient strength of the adhesive and does not adhere to the surface of the substrates.

Viscosity is an important physical property of fluids that describes how resistant a fluid is to deformation or change in shape.

The bonding process is the process by which adhesive is applied to one surface and bonded to another surface.

Conductive adhesives are special adhesives that have electrical conductivity.

Strength is an important property of materials and describes their ability to withstand stress without breaking or deforming.

Silicones are synthetic polymers based on silicon and oxygen. They have a wide range of uses in industry including as lubricants, sealants, etc.

Surface tension is a physical property of liquids that manifests itself at the interface between the liquid and the surrounding air.

Oxidation is a chemical reaction in which an element or compound loses electrons.

1-K adhesives are easy-to-use, solvent-based adhesives that consist of just one component and are ready for use without mixing.

A Newtonian fluid is a fluid that has a constant viscosity regardless of the shear rate or applied shear force.

EMICODE is a classification system for construction products that assesses indoor emissions of harmful substances.

A joining gap is a small distance between two components that are being joined together. This gap is intentional and allows the components to be connected together.

In adhesive technology, the term "component" refers to a single chemical compound or a mixture of compounds.

Shore hardness is used in the quality control of various adhesives to ensure that the products meet the requirements.

Wetting refers to the extent of a contact surface between the adhesive and the part to be joined. It depends on the type of adhesive and the nature of the surface of the part to be joined.

The part break is a type of break that occurs entirely outside the adhesive layer. The strength of the adhesive is greater than the inherent strength of the parts to be joined.

Cohesion refers to the ability of molecules of the same substance to stick together and stay together.

An adhesion promoter is a chemical substance that improves adhesion between different materials. It is used to create a strong connection between materials.

Flash off refers to the process of removing excess air or other gases from an adhesive bond to achieve optimal adhesion.

A prepolymer is a chemical compound that consists of a polyol and an isocyanate component and is not yet fully crosslinked.

Material properties relate to physics. & chem. Properties of materials (part to be joined or adhesive) that determine their use and behavior in various applications.

Cyanoacrylate adhesives are quick-drying adhesives that solidify into a polymer through the reaction of monomers. They are often referred to as “superglue.”

A non-Newtonian fluid is a fluid whose viscosity changes when a shear force is applied to it.

Adhesive aging refers to the natural process of changing the chemical and physical properties of an adhesive.

Isocyanates are a group of chemical compounds that are used in many industrial applications as starting materials for the production of polyurethanes.

"Low heat" refers to a material having low thermal conductivity or poor ability to transfer heat.

Adhesive aging refers to the natural process of changing the chemical and physical properties of an adhesive.

Contact pressure is a force applied to bond two materials together or to achieve a seal.

Adhesives are substances used to permanently join materials together.

Solvent-based adhesives are a type of adhesive that uses organic solvents as carriers for the adhesive components.

Cycle time refers to the time required to produce a product or assembly during series production.

Elongation at break describes the change in length of a material when it is subjected to a certain force until it breaks.

Setting time refers to the amount of time that elapses before an adhesive reaches its final strength.

Chemical hardening refers to the process by which an uncured polymer or plastic is converted, through reaction, into a harder and more stable material.

The active surface is the partial area of a material or substance that is involved in reactions.

Open time, the term used in materials science and adhesive technology, describes the amount of time an adhesive can be applied and manipulated before it cures.

In adhesive technology, the interaction of the plasticizers in the plastic with the adhesive and vice versa must be taken into account in order to exclude embrittlement or failure.

Bonding refers to the joining of two materials using adhesives that create an adhesive connection between the surfaces.

Water absorption refers to the ability of a material to absorb water into its structure.

Adhesion refers to the ability of an adhesive to bond two materials together and create a strong bond.

Pot life refers to the amount of time a two-component adhesive or other two-component material can be processed after mixing before it becomes too hard.

An accelerator is a substance that increases the reaction rate of chemical processes.

As the adhesive solidifies, its internal strength and cohesion increases. Physical solidification is called “setting” and chemical solidification is called “hardening”.

"Irreversible" means that a change cannot be reversed and the original state cannot be restored.

The diisocyanate driving license is a training course that teaches the safe handling of products containing isocyanate and represents a certification as proof of training.

Adhesion force is the force that acts between two materials to bond them together. It determines how well an adhesive can bond two materials together.

Ultrasonic degreasing is a process for cleaning surfaces by applying ultrasonic waves in a cleaning medium that loosens dirt particles from the surface.

In the adhesive industry, the term "application" refers to the process of applying adhesive to a surface.

Stress refers to the stress an adhesive is subjected to while performing its task. This can be caused, for example, by tensile, compressive or shear forces.

Solvents are liquid or gaseous substances used to dissolve, dilute or suspend other substances.

Adhesives that can solidify in different ways are called combination curing.

High viscosity means that a liquid has a high viscosity or viscosity, i.e. that it is thick and flows slowly.

A wide variety of interactions occur in adhesive technology. The most important are cohesion, adhesion and aging.

In chemistry, the term outgassing refers to the release of gases from a liquid or solid.

An adhesive gap is the distance between the surfaces to be joined in an adhesive connection.

Shear rate refers to the speed at which different fluids move past each other.

Storage stability refers to the ability of a product to maintain its chemical and physical composition over time when stored.

Inhibitors are substances that can reduce or prevent the reaction rate of chemical reactions by inhibiting the activity of catalysts or enzymes.

A polyol is a chemical compound with multiple functional groups that is often used in the production of polyurethanes.

A material is thermally sand-resistant if it does not exhibit significant deformation or abrasion caused by sand or dust particles at high temperatures.

SMP adhesives (Silyl Modified Polymers) are a type of adhesives made based on silane-modified polymers.

Structural bonding refers to the joining of materials through the use of special adhesives that enable high strength and rigidity.

Physically setting adhesives obtain their strength through the escape of the solvents or dispersants or through cooling after previous heating.

A cartridge is a container that is usually made of plastic. It is used to store and dispense liquids, pastes or adhesives.

PURYY is a polyurea structural adhesive with a wide range of adhesion and adjustable properties.

Working time refers to the amount of time a two-part adhesive or other two-part material can be processed after mixing before it becomes too hard.

An aerosol is a dispersion of fine particles in a gas. It is often used in the form of a spray to distribute liquid or pasty materials such as varnishes or adhesives.

Surface treatment refers to the process of modifying material surfaces to improve or change their properties.

A primer is a chemical substance designed to improve adhesion between two different materials.

Cure time refers to the time it takes for a material to reach a certain strength and hardness after chemical or thermal treatment.

In adhesive technology, stability describes the ability of a liquid adhesive to maintain its shape or position as much as possible.

Chemical resistance refers to the ability of a material to maintain its structure and functionality when in contact with certain chemical substances.

Shear forces occur with components with overlap bonding or with liquids. They describe forces from different directions that act on a bond and cause deformation.

Linear loading refers to a force that only acts on one line of the adhesive bond.

In adhesive technology, hand strength describes the time that an adhesive needs to fix two workpieces until an initial slight load is possible.

Secondary packaging is the packaging in which the bottled product is offered in the primary packaging.

Hardness is the ability of a material to resist penetration by another material.

A chemical reaction is a process in which at least one substance (reactants) is converted into other substances (products).

This regulation is an EU chemicals regulation. CLP stands for Classification, Labeling and Packaging, i.e. for the classification, labeling and packaging of substances and mixtures.

The hazardous substances register is an overview of all hazardous substances used in the company and is used to record and evaluate the risks associated with the handling of hazardous substances.

Time during which a “solid” skin forms on the adhesive. It describes the time before which the parts to be joined must be brought together and fixed.

In adhesive technology, the fixing time describes the time that an adhesive needs to fix two workpieces until a first small load is possible.

Long-term durability refers to the ability of a material or system to maintain its function or properties over an extended period of time.

A joining gap is a small distance between two components that are being joined together. This gap is intentional and allows the components to be connected together.

A safety data sheet is a document that contains information about the safe handling, storage and disposal of a chemical product.

User-friendly at WIKO® refers to products that combine strong technical performance with particularly user-friendly application. The focus is on reduced hazard potential, optimised hazard labelling and simplified operational processes..

Processing temperature refers to the ideal temperature at which an adhesive should be processed to achieve the quality of the cured adhesive.

The tensile test is used to determine the strength properties of solids such as: B. adhesives determined. This is done according to the standards DIN 53504:2017-03 and ASTM D1002-10(2019).

The residual moisture of parts to be joined plays an important role in adhesive technology; it can have a negative impact on the quality of the joining.

N,N-Dimethyl-p-toluidine (DMPT) is a chemical compound commonly used in industry to cure plastics, resins and adhesives more quickly.

ISEGA is a testing and certification body that independently tests and approves materials and products that come into contact with food.

Hazardous substances are substances and mixtures that can pose a danger to people and the environment due to their physical, chemical or toxic properties.

The degree of crosslinking refers to the degree of connection of polymer chains or molecules in a crosslinked material.

Toxicity refers to the ability of a substance to cause harmful effects on biological systems when inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed into the body.

Silicates are chemical compounds that contain silicon and oxygen and are widespread in nature.

Loosening torque is the torque required to loosen a bolt or nut after it has been tightened.

In chemistry, the term blooming refers to the appearance of white or colored crystals or deposits on the surface of materials.

Chain polymerization is a reaction mechanism in which monomeric molecules link together to form a long polymer chain.

Polyurethane adhesives are adhesives based on polyurethane that have high tensile strength and shear strength.

Binders are substances used to hold or join other materials together.

MS Polymer is a synthetic polymer with excellent adhesion properties to various surfaces and is suitable for applications such as adhesives, sealants and coatings.

Shear strength is a material parameter that indicates how resistant a material is to shear stress.

PURYY is a polyurea structural adhesive with a wide range of adhesion and adjustable properties.

MPa stands for megapascal and is a unit for pressure in physics and technology.

Hot melt adhesives are thermoplastic adhesives that are melted by heating and applied to the material to be bonded.

Hazard Level 3 refers to a medium hazard level of chemicals or biological substances that pose a potential risk to health or the environment.

In adhesive technology, plasma is used to activate a non-polar adhesive surface (component surface).

A fracture pattern describes the appearance of a fracture after the bond has been destroyed. Experiments test how high the bond strength of the adhesive is.

Post-crosslinking is a process in which already crosslinked polymer structures are linked together through further chemical reactions.

Epoxy resin is a high-strength and heat-resistant thermoplastic resin. It is made from an epoxy resin system and a crosslinker and is often used in applications.

Structural adhesives are adhesives specifically designed for bonding materials in structural applications.

Contact adhesives are a type of adhesive that are applied to both surfaces to be bonded and bonded together after drying.