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Lab Testing Of Glue Raw Materials: Dirt Tests

Gelatin is the key raw material used in our protein cake glues (animal glue) and we receive this raw material from several different suppliers.   To ensure all gelatin meets our quality control standards, there are a number of tests performed when we receive it in our plant.  This assures the cake glues provided to our customers are consistent in quality. 

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Mystery Uncovered: Color Variations in Protein Glue

If you have used protein glue (animal glue, hide glue) chances are you have wondered: Why is my glue a different color than my last order? In this post, we will dive into this ‘mystery’.

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So What is Animal Glue Really Made Of?

We've all heard the old saying "taking the horse to the glue factory". As glue manufacturers, this old saying drives us a little nutty. Here's why...

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What is gelatin based glue?

Before the 1970's, the primary ingredient in our protein glues was extracted collagen from hides of bovine and porcine. 

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