Structural adhesives may be considered where an assembly requires bonding across specific materials and joint designs. Weight objectives do not remove the need to verify process and durability requirements.
Structural bonding and welding should be compared in relation to the materials, joint design, production sequence, equipment and validation requirements of the specific assembly.
Bonding materials should be evaluated as part of the joint, substrates, body design and manufacturing process rather than as an isolated product.
Structural-adhesive safety depends on product identity, handling controls, surface preparation, application method, curing conditions and the applicable technical and safety documentation.
