Uses for Epoxy

Polyepoxide, more commonly known as epoxy, acts as everything from a filler to a coating or adhesive. Epoxy consists of a viscous liquid resin and a chemical hardener that works to quickly cure the material into a hardened plastic that features exceptional strength, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability. It can adhere to a wide range of substrates, including glass, metal, wood, stone, and concrete, making it a versatile choice for various industries and applications.

 

With over 2,500 formulations, our team can help identify the ideal epoxy resin for virtually any application. Our epoxy formulations can be used as-is or customized to meet unique requirements. Our in-house research and development, prototyping, testing, and analytical laboratory allows us to develop custom epoxy products efficiently and cost-effectively.

 

When you use our private label program, you gain benefits such as:

  • No VOCs and Low Toxicity
  • Affordable
  • Resistant to chemicals and solvents
  • Adherence to numerous substrates
  • High Strength
  • Minimal shrinkage during curing

Epoxy Uses in Manufacturing and Industry

Composite Materials Manufacturing

Because of its many desirable properties, epoxy has been widely adopted into composites manufacturing. It can be combined with other materials, such as carbon fiber, to create durable, long-lasting composites. By binding to the composite materials, epoxy can enhance the properties of carbon fiber to produce a high-performance material that features excellent mechanical strength, high-temperature resistance, and chemical resistance.

Electronics

Electronics manufacturers use epoxy coatings to protect circuit boards and fragile electronic parts from environmental hazards such as dust and moisture. It can also be used to dissipate heat away from sensitive components, or as an adhesive to bind electrical components together. Because of these capabilities, epoxy helps to improve the lifespan and reliability of electronic devices.

Aerospace and Aviation

Its versatility and adaptability make epoxy an ideal choice for various aerospace applications, including hardware fabrication for spacecraft, enhancing flame retardancy, reinforcement for space suits, and more. Other spacecraft and aviation applications for epoxy include:

Sealing
Staking
Encapsulating
Potting
Coating
Bonding various mechanical, electronic, and structural components

Automotive and Transportation

Epoxy’s durability, strength, and resistive properties make it a popular choice for the automotive and transportation industry. It can be used to repair, coat, or bond automotive components while also protecting them from abrasion and corrosion. Epoxy is also used in the manufacture of composite materials that are used for suspension components and drive shafts.

Marine and Boating

Due to its resistance to salt, water, and other harsh environmental conditions, epoxy is a common choice for the marine and boating industry. It is often used for sealing purposes and as a structural adhesive during boat building. It can also be applied as a protective coating when repairing decks, hulls, and underwater boating surfaces. These protective qualities allow epoxy to boost the longevity and durability of various marine structures.

Copps: Epoxy Experts

At Copps Industries, we’ve spent over 40 years formulating and delivering high-quality epoxy products and solutions that our clients can trust. We have over 500 unique products and 400 customers across 27 countries. Specializing in private label services, our experts can develop custom epoxy formulations to meet your specific needs all while providing excellent customer service.  Contact us today to find the right epoxy solution for your next project, or request a quote to start your order.