22 July 2021 ABL Welcomes SIKA - July 2021
ABL Distribution Is Now A Direct Distributor Of Sika Adhesives, Sealants, Activators & Primers.
From its origins in Switzerland, Sika is now a market leader in the manufacture of sealants and adhesives for use in the construction, automotive, marine and general industry.
ABL stocks a wide range of Sika industrial polyurethanes, Silane Terminated Polymers (STP) and acrylic adhesives.
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- Sikaflex 211
- Sikaflex®-211 is a one-component non-sag elastomeric, high performance purpose built interior/exterior sealant that cures on exposure to atmospheric humidity to a tough, durable, flexible seal with good weatherability system capable of +/-25% joint movement
- 1 component interior/exterior polyurethane adhesive sealant
- Highly elastic
- Economical solution to generic brands when sealing truck panels
- Excellent adhesion – bonds to a wide variety of substrates without surface treatments/primers
- Highly elastic – cures to a tough, durable, flexible consistent seal
- Good weatherability
- Excellent gunnability and tooling characteristics
- Can be overpainted
- Exceptional cut and tear resistance
- Good non sag characteristics
- Short cut off string
- Low shrinkage
- Sikaflex 221
- 1 component polyurethane adhesive sealant with high dynamic stress capability
- Multipurpose use for permanent elastic seals on a variety of surfaces
- It is suitable for making permanent elastic seals
- Bonds well to a wide variety of substrates
- Resistant to ageing
- Can be sanded and painted
- Passes EN45545-2 R1/R7 HL3
- Non-corrosive, Low odour
- NSF-approved for incidental food contact
- Potable water approved (meets AS4020 requirements)
- Sikaflex 252
- 1 component polyurethane adhesive sealant with high dynamic stress capabilities – 3 MPA
- Ideal for bonding vehicle, truck and bus chassis assembly where vibration is a key factor
- Bonds well to a wide variety of substrates
- Capable of withstanding high dynamic stresses
- Good gap-filling properties
- Polyurethane adhesive
- Suitable for bonding coated metal, GRP, ceramic materials and plastics
- Sikaflex 521 UV
- 1 component Silane Terminated Polymer (STP) adhesive sealant
- High UV resistance makes it ideal for external applications, no priming required, isocynate, solvent, silicone and PVC free
- Suitable for internal and external sealing applications
- Ageing and weathering resistant
- Bonds well to a wide variety of substrates without the need for special pre-treatment
- Can be painted & sanded
- Low odour
- Isocyanate- and solvent-free
- Silicone- and PVC-free
- Sikaflex 555 L05
- 2 component structural acrylic adhesive
- Fast drying, high strength and impact resistance make it an ideal product for replacing mechanical fasteners like rivets and bolts
- Strength development within minutes after application
- Adhesion to a wide range of substrates without or with limited surface preparation
- High strength and impact resistance
- Solvent and acid free
- Lower odour than products containing MMA
SIKA Marine Products
ABL stocks a range of Sika Marine solutions suitable for fibreglass and aluminium boat manufacturing.
- Sikaflex 291
- Sikaflex®-291 is a non-sag, 1 component polyurethane sealant specifically developed for the marine market, which cures on exposure to atmospheric moisture.
- Sikaflex®-291 meets the requirements set out by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO)
- Bonds well to a wide variety of substrates
- Good ageing and weathering resistance
- Elastic
- Low odour
- Non-corrosive
- Can be over painted
- Can be sanded
- Ideal for use on wood, metal primers and paint coatings, metal, ceramic materials and plastics. Great for elastic, high vibration sealing
- Sikaflex 295UV
- Sikaflex®-295 UV is a 1 component polyurethane adhesive of paste-like consistency that cures on exposure to atmospheric moisture
- It is suitable for interior and exterior sealing applications and to bond organic glass in the Marine business.
- Sikaflex®-295 UV meets the requirements set out by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
- Excellent application properties
- Resistant to ageing and weathering
- Suitable for organic glasses
- Approved for the OEM market
- Wheelmark approved
- Sikaflex 290DC
- Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO is a 1 component polyurethane based joint sealing compound, specifically formulated for caulking joints in traditional timber marine decking
- It exhibits excellent weathering resistance and is, therefore, well suited for highly exposed open joints within the maritime environment
- The sealing compound cures to form a flexible elastomer which allows a fast and easy sanding process
- Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO meets the requirements set out by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO)
- Excellent weathering resistance
- Robust and durable
- Easy and fast to sand
- Ideal flow behavior for application
- Long toolability
- Unique aspect
- Resistant to seawater and fresh water
Sika Signage Products
- Sikaflex 118 Extreme Grab
- Very high initial grab, ideal for fixing heavy objects
- Fixing of heavy objects without temporary fixation
- Good workability
- Latest STP technology adhesive
- Will adhere most common surfaces – concrete, metals, wood, glass and ceramics
- Low emissions and CE accredited
- Sikasil SG20
- Meets requirements of EOTA ETAG 002(carries ETA), EN 13022, ASTM C1184, ASTM C920 for Type S, Grade NS, Class 25 (movement capability ± 25 %)
- Structural sealant for use in structural sealant glazing systems
- Design tensile strength for dynamic loads: σdes = 0.17 MPa (ETA)
- Neutral curing structural glazing adhesive
- Outstanding UV and weathering resistance
- Tested successfully with Ullrich Aluminium ACM panels
Sika Activators & Primers
Sika Activators and Primers effectively act as a link between Sika 1 component polyurethane adhesives/sealants and a surface/substrate. They help to improve adhesive qualities on a wide variety of surfaces.
Prior to using any activator or primer, surfaces should be dry and oil, fat and dust free.
- Sika Aktivator 100
- Sika® Aktivator-100 is a solvent-based colorless adhesion promoter, which reacts with moisture and deposits active groups on the substrate
- Sika® Aktivator-100 is specifically formulated for the treatment of bond faces prior to application of Sika’s elastic adhesives and sealants
- Easy to use
- Enhanced adhesion on a wide variety of non-porous substrates
- Short flash-off time
- Transparent
- Solvent based adhesion promoter, clear in colour
- Formulated for use prior to application of polyurethane sealants and adhesives
- Fast drying, ideal for use on the likes of float glass and ceramic screen prints
- Sika Aktivator 205
- Sika® Aktivator-205 is a solvent-based, colourless, clear adhesion promoter which reacts with moisture and deposits active groups on the substrate
- Sika® Aktivator-205 is designed for the treatment of bond faces prior to application of Sikaflex® and Sikasil® adhesives and sealants
- Enhanced adhesion on various substrates
- Short flash-off time
- Easy to use
- Transparent
Solvent based adhesion promoter, clear in colour - Formulated for use prior to application of polyurethane sealants and adhesives
- Sika 206 G&P Primer
- Sika® Primer-206 G+P is used to improve adhesion on substrates such as float glass, ceramic-coated glass, pre-coatings, painted surfaces and some plastics and metals
- Seek manufacturer’s advice and perform tests on original substrates before using Sika® Primer-206 G+P on materials prone to stress cracking
- Enhanced adhesion on a wide variety of substrates
- Easy to apply
- Solvent based primer
- Black in colour
- Sika 215 Primer
- Sika® Primer-215 is used to improve adhesion on many plastics and wood such as GRP, epoxy resins, PVC, ABS and timber.
- Sika® Primer-215 is a solvent-based, colourless to slightly yellow primer, which reacts with moisture and forms a thin layer. This layer acts as a link between substrates and adhesives.
- Sika® Primer-215 is specifically formulated for the treatment of bond faces prior to application of Sika’s 1-component Polyurethanes.