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Based out of Florida, AquaCal, Inc. is the largest manufacturer of heat pumps in the world. The heat pumps are used in pools and spas across the country, and must be highly durable and reliable.

However, these plastic polypropylene tanks pose a unique manufacturing challenge. AquaCal was experiencing high unit failure when trying to join the top and bottom of the tanks. When sonic welding didn’t solve the issue, they turned to 3M.

Both the 3M laboratories and AquaCal performed testing to determine which adhesive product was strong enough to meet their specific design needs. Once 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Structural Plastic Adhesive 8010NS Blue was integrated into their processes, they saw a dramatic difference. Their average output of successful units before using 3M was between 25-35%. After they integrated 8010NS Blue into their manufacturing, the output rose to 98%.

With 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Structural Plastic Adhesive 8010NS Blue, AquaCal has the peace of mind that the units they produce everyday will be strong and consistent, with less product failure.

Whatever your bonding needs, 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Structural Adhesive 8010NS Blue gives you advanced strength, durability, low odor and improved aesthetics. From aerospace and kitchen appliances to sporting goods and automobiles, our wide variety of structural adhesives meets all your design and manufacturing needs.