Manufacturers of commercial transportation equipment, like any manufacturer, are constantly looking for ways to construct consistently high-quality, durable products as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. Many of these manufacturers are discovering that a secret to accomplish this goal with truck bodies and trailers is advanced structural adhesives and seam sealers.

Let’s take a look at the many benefits of using adhesives and sealants in truck and trailer assembly:

Noise, vibration and harshness improvements. Liquid-applied sound deadeners dampen vibration, rattles and noise in floor panels, underbodies and cabins. Sealants also provide a quieter ride by eliminating air gaps that can lead to annoying wind noise.

Corrosion protection. Sealants are especially formulated to prevent truck and trailer parts from corroding.

Improved structural integrity. Structural adhesives eliminate stress concentrations, diminish squeaks and rattles, and improve fatigue performance. Closure-panel and body-panel bonding have been trusted applications in the automotive market for more than three decades.

More attractive appearance. Truck and trailer bodies aren’t just functional on the roadways – they also serve as mobile billboards that promote products and services. Thus, having a rigs with a high-end appearance is a significant goal for manufacturers. Adhesives and sealants allow engineers to reduce the number of welds and fasteners needed to assemble truck and trailer bodies, leading to sleeker, more innovative designs.

Improved throughput. Structural adhesives allow manufacturers to bond and seal in one step, which shortens the assembly line layout.

One such seam sealer and adhesive that’s becoming especially popular with truck and trailer manufacturers is LORD 7610DTM.

LORD 7610DTM

LORD® 7610DTM direct-to-metal seam sealer and adhesive is a single-component, non-sag, moisture-cure adhesive and seam sealer offering excellent adhesion to various substrates including many plastics, glass, concrete, wood and metals, especially pre-coated metals. This seam sealer and adhesive is primarily used in the sign industry due to its reputation for success.

Some of the Features and Benefits You’ll Find with LORD 7610DTM

• Durable – creates high strength bonds, replacing mechanical fastening methods; exhibits excellent primerless adhesive properties.
• Convenient – requires no mixing; cures quickly even at low temperatures; requires no ovens or other heat sources for curing.
• Chemically Resistant – solvent resistant when cured. Painting and most cleaning processes do not affect bond strength.
• Temperature Resistant – can be applied at temperatures from -75 to +350°F (-59 to 177°C).
• Environmentally Resistant – resists weathering and aging; provides excellent resistance to indirect UV exposure.
• Non-Sag – remains in position when applied on vertical or overhead surfaces, allowing for greater process flexibility

Shelf Life
Shelf life is one year when stored in a well ventilated area at or below 80°F (27°C) in original, unopened container. Once cartridge has been opened, leave the dispense tip on to act as a seal against moisture.

View our entire inventory of LORD adhesive products here.

Whether seeking adhesives for large-scale projects like truck and trailer assembly, or any type of smaller-scale project, our experienced sales team can help to connect you with the right product for the job. Please give us a call (toll-free) today at 800-220-1966, or email us at sales@chemical-concepts.com. We look forward to hearing from you!