When you think of boatbuilding, you might picture fiberglass panels, sleek hulls, and gleaming finishes. But behind every seaworthy vessel is something far more essential and often invisible: adhesives. In fact, boat manufacturing uses an extraordinary amount of structural adhesives and sealants—and for good reason.
At Hernon Manufacturing, our high-performance adhesives and sealants are trusted by marine manufacturers to deliver extreme bonding strength, impact resistance, and long-term durability. Whether it’s securing layers of fiberglass under immense stress or sealing joints to prevent water intrusion, our solutions help keep boats together—and performing—under the toughest conditions.
Holding Boats Together—One Bond at a Time
Modern boat construction is built on composites, and joining these layers—often with multiple bonding seams throughout the hull—requires structural adhesives that are as tough as the ocean itself. Fiberglass panels endure intense pressure from waves, engines, and load-bearing systems.
Bolted fasteners alone can’t do the job. That’s where Hernon adhesives step in.
Our Fusionbond™ structural adhesives are engineered for maximum strength and impact resistance, ensuring a resilient bond that withstands shock, vibration, and dynamic marine environments. They're also formulated to handle temperature swings, saltwater exposure, and prolonged UV radiation—key challenges in any marine setting.
Why Marine Manufacturers Choose Hernon
- Extreme Impact Resistance: Critical for securing layers of fiberglass and composite panels without cracking under stress.
- Durability in Harsh Environments: saltwater, sun, and moisture don’t stand a chance. Hernon adhesives are made to last.
- Waterproof Sealing & Bonding: adhesives that also seal? Yes. Our solutions prevent leaks while securing joints—double duty in one application.
- Corrosion Protection: adhesives that eliminate the need for metal fasteners reduce corrosion risks and weight.
- Flexible Application: Easy to dispense across long seams, curves, and vertical surfaces with minimal sagging.
Explore our marine-ready product families:
🔹 Fusionbond™ Structural Adhesives
🔹 Sealants & Gasketing
🔹 Threadlockers for Marine Hardware
Engineered for the Water—Proven on Every Hull
Whether you’re building speedboats, fishing vessels, sailboats, or luxury yachts, Hernon’s marine-grade adhesives and sealants are trusted by boatbuilders to enhance safety, streamline production, and extend the life of every vessel.
Let's build something seaworthy together. Contact Hernon to learn more about adhesive solutions for marine and boat manufacturing.
