Hot Weather And Cold Weather Effects On Epoxy
Epoxy resins are commonly used compounds in adhesives, paints, top coatings, sealers, and more. Most epoxy applications are combined with a specific curing process to ensure the finished product has the ideal characteristics for a given purpose. After the epoxy is applied, professionals can apply heat to speed up the curing process and create faster-forming […]
Environmental Commitment
At Copps Industries, we formulate and implement epoxy solutions for our clients—not only for performance but also for long-term environmental awareness and sustainability. We’re committed to offering green products and protecting our employees and the planet with non-toxic materials and epoxy resins. Our chemists and engineering experts are constantly innovating our products and systems to […]
Why Do Epoxies Yellow?
Epoxy resins are commonly used for adhesives, protective coatings, and other construction applications. However, some lightly colored and white epoxies can start to yellow over time, ruining the appearance of the epoxy layer. This yellowing effect can seem random, but certain environmental factors can actually make epoxy more vulnerable to yellowing. In this blog, we’ll […]
Polyurea vs. Polyurethane: Similarities, Differences, and Applications
Polyurea and polyurethane are ideal for manufacturing protective linings and coatings. The two materials share many similarities and can often be used interchangeably. However, there are several distinct differences that should be considered when choosing between the polymer compounds. From chemical composition to curing time, these differences lend unique advantages and disadvantages depending on the […]
Consumer Craft Epoxy: An Overview
Epoxy resins are versatile materials with a high aesthetic appeal. In recent years, epoxies have gained popularity in the art world due to their limitless color options and visual appeal. Epoxies are also widely used in the bar and restaurant industries to craft unique bars and countertops. To create an epoxy resin, two liquid chemicals […]
New Facility
For more than 40 years, Copps Industries has been a leader in manufacturing high-quality epoxy resins. As we continued to grow, we saw the need for a new headquarters in order to better serve our clients around the world. It’s all part of our commitment to innovation, adding top-of-the-line equipment enhancing our capabilities and high-service […]
Epoxy Resins with Carbon Fiber: The Perfect Match!
Carbon fibers are strong, lightweight, and fatigue-resistant fibers used to build composite materials. By combining carbon fibers with epoxies, manufacturers can create incredibly hard, durable materials that outperform both individual material types. Composites are a relatively new production material compared to materials like aluminum, iron, and steel, but there are many benefits in choosing to […]
A Guide to Industrial Concrete Flooring: Epoxy Coatings & Joint Filler
Epoxy coatings are used to create attractive flooring that is highly durable and can stand up to high levels of impact and abrasion. They are produced using a combination of polymer resins and hardeners to result in a chemical bond with the concrete. There are many types of epoxy coatings, including a wide array of […]
Epoxy Potting Compound: What You Need to Know
Electronic assemblies need to be protected from factors like vibration, shock, thermal dissipation, moisture, and corrosive agents. This protection can be achieved through a process called potting. Potting involves the process of filling an electronic assembly with a compound that provides permanent added protection to the assembly. There are several potting compounds to choose from, […]
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