MERL offers a multi-disciplinary approach to the use of structural adhesives, combining chemical and engineering knowledge. Main areas of activity include:

• development and specification of appropriate test methods
• laboratory test programs (material properties, joint and structural performance)
• design analysis of joints, products and structures
• life prediction

Substrates range from rubber, thermoplastics and composites to metals (aluminium, magnesium, steel). Adhesives range from semi-structural to structural. Main industry sectors are aerospace, automotive, electronics and medical.