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Glue Lamination Adhesive - Fortis AD5505-S

FORTIS AD5505-S is a single component, moisture curing structurally certified polyurethane timber adhesive with 50-minute open time. It is used where slower layup of the glue lamination is required. It reacts with moisture within the timber to provide a superior bond for load-bearing timber applications.

Information

AD5505-S Structural Wood Adhesive is a single-component, water-resistant glue. It is designed for structural wood lamination. The adhesive cures very quickly and produces a slight foaming effect. Because it cures fast, FORTIS AD5505-S works well with machine and manual application. It is ideal for beams, I-beams.

Material

Polyurethane

Advantages

Suitable for high-density timbers / Most hardwoods Waterproof adhesive according to NEN-EN 204 D4 EN302 /AS/NZS 4364:2010 Specially developed for heavily loaded construction joints Expands as it dries Superior adhesion at low dosage Excellent heat resistance

Certifications

EN302 /AS/NZS 4364:2010 - Pass GLTAA - Glued Laminated Timber Association of Australia: CERTIFICATE #007.

Industries

Construction


Applications

FORTIS AD5505-S works well with all types of finger joints; however, comb-style joints are the most common. Moreover, it bonds a wide variety of woods, ranging from dense Australian and Indonesian hardwoods to softer woods. Before bonding, therefore, make sure both surfaces are clean, dry, and free from dust and grease.

Assembly time varies depending on the wood type. As a general rule, it is best to allow at least 2 minutes of total assembly time when using the recommended water misting. In addition, during cold weather, it is important to keep the adhesive warm—ideally between 20 and 30°C. If needed, Fortis can assist with setting up simple heated rooms. 

Finally, FORTIS AD5505-S uses less adhesive compared to traditional wood glues and resins. This makes it both efficient and cost-effective. It’s especially suited for bonding engineered wood products. Manufacturers gain from its strong bonding power while using less material. Plus, it’s a greener option for the environment.

Surfaces

Excellent wood-to-wood contact is essential for strong bonding. A good mechanical fit is needed for finger-jointing. For laminating, internal or bonding pressures should be at least 1400 kPa to get the best results. Laboratory tests have also shown that applying a water mist to the wood helps improve performance with FORTIS AD5505-S.


Specifications

Feature
Specification
EN302 /AS/NZS 4364:2010
Pass
GLTAA Certificate
#007
Working Time
<50min
Clamp Time
Approx 220min@20°C (65% RH)
Coverage
80-140 g/m²

Pack Sizes

225kg


Downloads

Technical Datasheets

Fortis AD5505-S Technical Data Sheet

Safety Datasheets

Fortis AD5505-S Safety Data Sheet AUS GHS
Fortis AD5505-S Safety Data Sheet NZ