De Trey Frères SA of Switzerland carried out the first production of epoxy resins. They licensed the process to Ciba AG in the early 1940s and Ciba first demonstrated a product under the tradename "Araldite" at the Swiss Industries Fair in 1945. Ciba went on to become [ when?] one of the three major epoxy-resin producers worldwide. Ciba's epoxy business was spun off and later sold in the late 1990s and became the advanced materials business unit of Huntsman Corporation of the US. [3] Notable applications [ edit ] The use of Araldite adhesive in architecture to bond thin joints of pre-cast concrete units was pioneered by Ove Arup in Coventry cathedral and the Sydney Opera House. [4] At Coventry cathedral, Araldite adhesive was used to bond its columns and fins, while at Sydney Opera House, Araldite adhesive was used to bond the rib sections of the shells, since a traditional concrete joint would have slowed construction, as it would need 24 hours to cure before stressing. [5] H315 Causes skin irritation.H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.H319 Causes serious eye irritation.H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

It is claimed that after curing the bond is impervious to boiling water and to all common organic solvents. Despite a widespread myth, Araldite was not used in the production of the De Havilland Mosquito aircraft in the 1940s. Another Aero Research Limited glue was used, called Aerolite, which was not an epoxy resin, but a gap-filling urea-formaldehyde adhesive.

Hayat, M. A. (2000). Principles and Techniques of Electron Microscopy: Biological Applications. Cambridge University Press. p.98. ISBN 0-521-63287-0. Reaction mass of 2,2'-[methylenebis(2,1-phenyleneoxymethylene)]bis(oxirane) and 2,2'[methylenebis(4,1-phenyleneoxymethylene)]bis(oxirane) and 2-({2-[4-(oxiran-2 ylmethoxy)benzyl]phenoxy}methyl)oxirane. Highmark Manufacturing uses Araldite epoxy resin in the manufacture of advanced ballistic protection body armour. [6]

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/ spray.P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.P273 Avoid release to the environment.P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.P391 Collect spillage.

Product Overview

Aero Research Limited (ARL), founded in the UK in 1934, developed a new synthetic-resin adhesive for bonding metals, glass, porcelain, china and other materials. The name "Araldite" recalls the ARL brand: ARaLdite. Araldite adhesive sets by the interaction of an epoxy resin with a hardener. Mixing an epoxy resin and hardener together starts a chemical reaction that produces heat - an exothermic reaction. [2] For maximum working time, mix in small quantities. Large quantities accelerate the curing process and reduce working time. The Araldite Standard Tubes is a strong, two-part general purpose adhesive, which provides a long-lasting bond for almost any material. It is ideal for projects like complicated, heavy-duty work on metals, wood, masonry, ceramics, glass, dry concrete, chipboard, leather, card, fabrics, rubber and many plastics. It has a strong, long-lasting, solvent-free adhesive which is water-resistant and can be painted or sanded. Features & Benefits:

The Araldite Rapid Steel Tubes is a strong, two-part general purpose adhesive, which provides a long-lasting bond for almost any material. It is ideal for projects like complicated, heavy-duty work on metals, wood, masonry, ceramics, glass, dry concrete, chipboard, leather, card, fabrics, rubber and many plastics. Armour uses Araldite". The Engineer Online. 15 January 2000. Archived from the original on 12 September 2012. Araldite Adhesive of Choice". EPPM Magazine. 5 (3). April 2003. Archived from the original on 2008-01-13.

Epoxy Chemistry - Understanding WEST SYSTEM Marine-Grade Epoxy". WEST SYSTEM . Retrieved 2021-03-19. Seymour, Raymond B. (April 1981). "History of the Development and Growth of Thermosetting Polymers". Journal of Macromolecular Science, Part A. 15 (6): 1165–1171. doi: 10.1080/00222338108066459.