Passing the Torch: Adhesives vs. Welding in Modern Fabrication
- Presenter(s): Andrew Morris
- Session Length: 60 minutes
- Date: Apr 10, 2026
For decades, welding has been the default for joining metals in sign and structural fabrication. But advances in adhesive technology are giving fabricators new options—offering strong, durable bonds without heat distortion, grinding, or post-finishing. This session compares adhesives and welding head-to-head across strength, durability, aesthetics, cost, safety, and productivity. We'll explore when adhesives can replace welding entirely, when they can complement it for hybrid joints, and when welding still reigns supreme. Attendees will leave with a clear, application-focused framework for selecting the best joining method—saving time, reducing costs, and delivering a cleaner finished product.
