Specialist underwater epoxies
Unlike many other epoxy manufacturers, Wessex Resins and Adhesives has formulated a range of quality adhesives to meet the demands of underwater environments.
We developed our underwater adhesives in partnership with the Ministry of Defence and the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), and hold the licence for world-wide commercial application. Our underwater epoxies have since become valuable engineering tools for the marine industry, dock and harbour boards and the offshore oil industry.
Strength and durability
Our underwater epoxy resin compositions cure at very low temperatures and provide excellent, long-lasting adhesion in adverse conditions.
They are also very tolerant of contamination, although as with most epoxies, best results are obtained on pre-prepared surfaces. However, in emergency situations where there is not time for full surface preparation, our epoxies will provide a strong, temporary bond.
Our underwater epoxies range from a very low viscosity composition – Wessex System 4301 – to a putty like consistency – Wessex System 4401. For general purpose underwater bonding, our filled epoxy system of 'creamy' viscosity – Wessex System 4601 – will provide excellent results.
Wessex System 4301 underwater epoxy
Developed specially for laminating applications, this low viscosity epoxy has very good wetting out characteristics.
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Wessex System 4302 underwater epoxy
Wessex System 4302 forms strong bonds to mild steel, glass, GRP and other similar materials, even in cold water.
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Wessex System 4303 underwater epoxy
Create strong underwater bonds to GRP and other polymers, various paints and many other surface coatings.
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Wessex System 4401 underwater epoxy
Ideal for fairing, filleting and gap-filling, Wessex System 4401 bonds wood, metal, concrete and ceramic surfaces.
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Emergency underwater repair pack Wessex 110
The pack contains everything you will need, including the adhesive UW43HV, to make emergency repairs to fibreglass structures underwater.
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