Permabond is a global manufacturer of high-performance engineering adhesives and sealants for UAVs, unmanned systems and Urban Air Mobility (UAM) platforms. With more than 70 years of expertise, the company provides advanced bonding solutions that enable lightweight, durable and reliable aerospace assemblies across a wide range of demanding applications.
Unmanned Systems Technology (UST) is pleased to announce the addition of Permabond to our global supplier ecosystem. Their new Gold supplier profile showcases an extensive portfolio of high-performance engineering adhesives and sealants designed to support the evolving requirements of UAV manufacturers, system integrators and Urban Air Mobility developers.
Engineered for strength, vibration resistance and environmental durability, Permabond’s adhesive technologies provide reliable bonding solutions for composites, metals, plastics, rubber and other advanced materials used throughout unmanned platforms. Backed by ISO 9001-certified manufacturing facilities and a global network of technical specialists, the company delivers proven solutions for structural, mechanical, electronic and optical assemblies, helping manufacturers improve performance while reducing weight and simplifying production.
Key applications include:
3D-Printed Component Bonding – Structural acrylic and cyanoacrylate adhesives developed for engineered plastics and additively manufactured components, including nylon, ABS, PETG and polypropylene.
Composite Frame & Structure Bonding – Advanced bonding solutions for carbon fiber, GRP, FRP and honeycomb structures that improve stress distribution, fatigue resistance and lightweight airframe design.
Bearing Retention – Anaerobic retaining compounds that increase load-carrying capacity while preventing movement, fretting and corrosion in motors and gearboxes.
Electronics Potting, Encapsulation & Ruggedization – Flexible formulations that protect flight controllers, navigation systems and electronic assemblies from vibration, shock and thermal cycling.
Camera Lens Bonding – Fast-curing, non-yellowing adhesives for precision optical assemblies with invisible bond lines.
Threadlocking Solutions – High-strength and removable anaerobic threadlockers that prevent fastener loosening in high-vibration environments.
Composite Repair – UV-curable and two-component epoxy adhesives for durable structural repairs of composite and plastic components.
Electric Motor Magnet Bonding – Structural acrylic and heat-cure epoxy solutions for secure magnet retention in high-performance brushless motors.
Thermal Management, Impact Absorption & Fire Resistance – Thermally conductive and flexible adhesive technologies that improve heat dissipation, absorb vibration and provide fire-retardant protection to UL94 V-0.
Permabond’s comprehensive adhesive portfolio supports virtually every stage of drone and unmanned system design and manufacturing. The company’s solutions enable engineers to achieve stronger, lighter and more reliable assemblies while addressing the demanding environmental and operational challenges faced by modern UAV and UAM platforms.
To learn more about Permabond’s high-performance engineering adhesives and sealants for UAVs and unmanned systems, visit their full profile on Unmanned Systems Technology.
