Prep a Screen Frame. Doesn’t have to be a big deal when you follow the steps toward the ultimate goal of getting a seriously strong bond of screen mesh to frame.
Though nice and shiny, we already know that an aluminum screen frame that hasn’t been sandblasted won’t be workable when in the stretching mesh phase. And, yes, even if you’ve just used a grinding disc and/or sandpaper to prep the surface, though appreciated, our experience has demonstrated that the frame still won’t be rough enough for the glue to really “bite” into the frame. By watching the video and following a few straight-forward steps, your screen prep will be quick and efficient.
So, this is the Screen Prep process:
With the glue bottle tip, apply a thin bead of RhinoBond Instant Adhesive around the entire surface of the frame (you can do this using RhinoMite 2-part adhesive, as well).
- Be sure to only use a small amount. If you lay too much glue down, it’ll smear and drip down the sides of the frame (it won’t hurt anything; just won’t look good).
Next, using the little yellow applicator, spread the glue evenly around the frame. Remember, you’re just pre-coating it.
Once the glue is spread out, use RBA 1500A Aerosol Activator to give it a light, quick mist to cure.
- DON’T OVER SPRAY. Too much will over-cure the glue. This could make it crack, so that when you’re ready to stretch the mesh, the glue could potentially release making it impossible to achieve a secure bond of mesh to frame.
And, that’s it! Congratulations. Your frame has just been prepped for an ideal glue to glue, mesh to frame stretching situation.
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April 27, 2017
INSTANT ADHESIVE and TWO PART SCREEN FRAME ADHESIVE. IT’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW.
Instant Adhesive and Two Part Adhesive from RhinoTech each offers excessive strength when bonding mesh to frame. But, what are the differences?
To answer the question with a visual component, click on this Video. It’s a thorough feature with descriptions of Instant Adhesive and Two Part Adhesive as they relate to stretching screen frames.
RhinoBond INSTANT ADHESIVE is used when you need to quickly stretch a screen frame. Three varieties of Instant Adhesive are available in a Performance Grade, Economy Grade, and Toughened Grade. No pre-mixing is needed with any of the grades and each offers powerful tension-holding capabilities from 70 – 90 Newtons. With an activator like RBP 1500A (aerosol) or in liquid form such as RBP 1500, these adhesives dry in 3 – 5 seconds. Use on wood or aluminum frames.
Not sure which one would best suit your needs? Our Customer Service Specialists and extreme Team will assist you: 888-717-4466; 651-686-5027 x 1, 2 or 4; info@rhinotechinc.com.
These are the Step-by-Step Instructions on how to use Instant Adhesive and Two Part Adhesive:
Spread the adhesive/glue evenly onto the screen frame after the mesh is stretched.
Next, apply one or the other of these two Activators: RBP 1500A that is an Aerosol or a liquid activator that is RBP 1500.
Once applied, the adhesive will dry in just 3 – 5 seconds.
Two PART ADHESIVE is RMA 3000. It is mixed with a catalyst to ensure chemical resistance and it typically dries in 10-15 minutes.
RMA 3000 is applied the same way as RhinoBond Instant Adhesive.
COST FACTORS OF INSTANT ADHESIVE AND TWO PART ADHESIVE
RhinoBond Instant Adhesive comes in a 1 lb. or 16 oz. container. The Two-part Adhesive, RMA3000, comes in a gallon container.
Though RMA 3000 takes 10-15 minutes to dry, it becomes very economical when you have multiple tables of frame stretching/drying going on at the same time.
If you need to quickly stretch/dry a frame, then RhinoBond Instant Adhesive is a natural choice. Time saved by not having to wait for a screen frame to dry becomes worth the money.
And, that’s it. Thanks for watching this brief overview and learning about the significant ways you can ensure a strong bond of mesh to frame.