Feature

Could you eliminate the need for a primer?

When building an adhesives process, no one’s first thought is primers.

31/03/2025 12:10:24

Used to modify a surface by adding a layer that can be bonded to – also known as chemical bridging – primers promote adhesion. They are typically used to promote bonding with low-surface-energy plastics or difficult-to-bond metals. While primers can promote adhesion and create a stronger, longer-lasting bond, they are an additional process step and carry H&S considerations.

In many cases, the use of a primer can be designed out, or substituted for a surface treatment process. Here, Kevin Brownsill, Head of Technical: Learning and Development at Intertronics, discusses.

Read the full article in DPA's April 2025 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.