L&L Products is pleased to be participating once again at the in-adhesives Symposium on Innovations in Adhesives and their Applications in Munich, Germany on March 3-4, 2026. Dr. Michel Awkal, R&D Engineer, will be presenting on Day 2 at 14:30-15:00: Fatigue and Impact Resistant Structural Adhesive for Lightweight Light Motor Vehicles
Light motor vehicles are generally made of metal and are assembled by welding. By replacing these metallic structures with polymer composite materials, it is possible to reduce weight and therefore reduce energy consumption or increase payload of light motor vehicles. Welding can’t be used for fabricating thermosetting polymer composite structures. Therefore, an alternative fabrication method must be used. If possible, adhesive bonding generally produces the best outcome for high performance composite assembly.
This technical presentation will explore a novel heat-activated structural adhesive developed by L&L Products that enables reliable bonding of composite structures without compromising material integrity. Designed to cure at temperatures safe for thermosetting composites, this adhesive provides a critical solution for next-generation vehicle assembly.
Key Topics Covered
- Challenges of replacing welded metal assemblies with bonded polymer composite structures
- Performance demands of structural adhesives under cyclic fatigue and high-stress impact conditions
- How L&L Products’ proprietary formulation approach delivers both high strength and exceptional fracture toughness
- Validation methods used to assess fatigue resistance, impact performance, and durability
- Other important properties such as storage at room temperature, ease of handling, and short curing time will be explained
For more information about L&L Products’ presentation at in-adhesives, please contact Kristi Hanson, Marketing Specialist at kristi.hanson@llproducts.com.
