Products
Products
by Dave Crosby
All-Weather Adhesive
Now available in a 5-ounce reusable, plastic one-step dispensing system, Epcon
A7-5 anchoring adhesive is intended for cost-savings and convenient use by
tradespeople, remodelers, and general contractors. Designed to flow freely at low
temperatures, the material is also formulated not to sag, for convenient use in
horizontal and overhead applications. The acrylic adhesive cures in 35 minutes at
65°F, is suitable for anchoring steel in solid or hollow masonry, and has code
approval (ICBO ER-5560). It costs $14 per cartridge.
Contact: ITW Ramset/Redhead, 1300 North Michael Dr., Wood Dale IL 60191;
800/899-7890; www.ramset-redhead.com.
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