Abstract

Blood-albumin glue is probably the latest commercial adhesive. Its first use apparently was in the making of plywood canoes. The World War created an intensive demand for water-resistant plywood glues, and much of it was used in airplane and boat construction. Its source is beef blood as a by-product of the packing-house industry. It is essentially a hot-press glue. There are several types, all a mixture of blood albumin, water, and an alkali.

Issue Section:
Research Papers
Topics:
Blood, Woodworking industry, Glues, Plywood, Water, Adhesives, Aircraft, Boats, Construction, Packing (Shipments), Packings (Cushioning), Warfare
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