Satellites play a vital role in modern life—from enabling GPS and global communications to supporting scientific exploration and national defense. Behind the scenes, Hernon Manufacturing’s high-performance adhesives have been part of this journey, helping to bond, seal, and protect critical components in satellites of all kinds.
Whether it's a telecommunications satellite launching from Florida's Space Coast or a satellite dish antenna providing connectivity on Earth, Hernon’s advanced adhesive technologies are trusted to deliver strength, precision, and reliability in the most extreme environments.
Proven Performance in Space Applications
Hernon adhesives have been used in various satellite systems over the years, including:
- Orbital Communication Satellites: designed to withstand launch conditions and perform in vacuum environments, our adhesives provide long-lasting structural integrity and resistance to temperature extremes.
- Satellite Antenna Assembly: our products help bond sensitive electronics and composite materials, delivering precise alignment, vibration damping, and moisture resistance for optimal signal clarity.
- Ground Station Equipment: from satellite dishes to support systems, Hernon adhesives ensure weatherproofing, corrosion resistance, and easy application for efficient ground-based setups.
Adhesive Solutions Designed for Aerospace
Aerospace manufacturers face some of the toughest performance requirements. Hernon delivers with adhesives that are:
✅ Space-grade and outgassing-compliant
✅ UV and thermal resistant
✅ Bonding dissimilar materials including metals, plastics, and composites
✅ Sealing and bonding in one step
✅ Formulated for vibration resistance and stress distribution
Our structural adhesives, like those in the Fusionbond™ family, are ideal for load-bearing joints and precision components. We also offer a range of sealants and threadlockers that ensure mechanical fasteners remain secure during high-vibration launches and operations in space.
Explore our product families:
🔹 Structural Adhesives
🔹 Sealants
🔹 Threadlockers
Built for the Future of Aerospace
From Florida's launchpads to orbital pathways, Hernon adhesives are part of today’s satellite infrastructure and tomorrow’s exploration missions. Our in-house R&D, extensive formulation library, and custom development capabilities make us a trusted partner for aerospace OEMs and satellite integrators.
Ready to take your satellite systems to the next level? Contact us today to learn how Hernon adhesives can support your mission—on Earth and beyond.
