LD Davis Glues & Gelatins

05/28/2026

Selecting the right glue is crucial for efficient production, high product quality, and cost management. Many manufacturers overlook the importance of adhesive choice until they face costly issues like clogs, bonding failures, or wasted materials. Prevent these time and money-consuming problems by learning more.

Selecting the right industrial glue depends on substrates, equipment, performance needs, and special requirements. Learn what questions to ask.

05/25/2026

It takes more than just adhesive for top performance—it requires solid support.

LD Davis provides comprehensive training, field audits, and expert guidance to guarantee every manufacturer achieves consistent, dependable results with protein glue. Partner with us to optimize your production, reduce downtime, and boost efficiency. Let's start optimizing your production today.

Discover how full-service protein glue support, expert training, and on-site field audits maximize your production.

05/21/2026

Reduce your adhesive shipping expenses and extend the shelf life of your gelatin glue! Although rising freight costs are unavoidable, our new blog post offers practical strategies to optimize your shipping costs.

Discover best practices for gelatin adhesive storage to reduce waste and improve supply efficiency.

05/18/2026

The adhesive industry is undergoing a revolution in 2026, driven by the shift toward eco-manufacturing. This transformation impacts every aspect of adhesive technology—from formulation and production to industrial use in areas like packaging lines and automotive assembly.
Manufacturers are now making sustainability, high performance, and circular design key priorities when choosing adhesives. Discover the complete details in our blog post.

Explore the future of sustainable industrial glue, biodegradable adhesives, and eco-friendly manufacturing in 2026 and beyond.

05/14/2026

High-performance machinery is crucial for rigid box production—and as a trusted glue supplier, LD Davis understands this. Join us in promoting sustainable packaging and check out our selection of available preowned Emmeci machines.

LD Davis is offering two preowned 2010 Emmeci MC-94-SB rigid box lines in excellent condition. Contact us for information.

05/11/2026

LD Davis is committed to providing high-quality, sustainable glue and gelatin solutions to a diverse range of manufacturers across several industries. From agriculture to bookbinding and beyond, we ensure every manufacturer can access the adhesive solution they need. Discover the full list of industries we proudly serve.
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05/07/2026

For decades, LD Davis gelatin-based adhesives have been the industry standard for rigid and turned-edge boxes. Count on us for reliable lamination across diverse materials—including paper, leather, foil, and fabric—for everything from luxury packaging to media cases.

Eco-friendly rigid box glues from LD Davis. Gelatin adhesives ideal for lamination, slipcases, and wrapped boards with reliable performance.

05/04/2026

Is glue still made from horses?
The simple answer is no.
While early adhesives utilized animal byproducts, modern glues are formulated with sustainable materials. LD Davis is proud of our ethical manufacturing practices and has never used live animals at our North Carolina facility.

People always ask: is glue made of horses? Not anymore. Discover what modern glue is really made of and spoiler alert: it's not what you’ve been told!

04/30/2026

LD Davis adhesives are the trusted choice for bookbinders.

From textbooks to bestsellers, the quality of a book's binding is paramount. Our adhesives offer the strength, flexibility, and print-friendly performance needed to ensure books, whether using traditional or perfect binding, last for years to come.

Explore LD Davis' premium book binding adhesives for hardcover, softcover, and photo books. Trusted for decades by publishers. Custom glue solutions are available.

04/27/2026

Glue is returning to its roots! We're shifting away from synthetic, petroleum-based formulas and embracing natural alternatives. Plant-based starches and upcycled proteins are driving an industry revolution, delivering high-speed performance with a minimal environmental impact. Learn about the complete evolution of adhesives today.

Explore the journey of natural glues. From plant-based starches to upcycled gelatin-glue, learn how eco-friendly bonding is replacing synthetic chemicals.