For centuries, hide glue has existed for the use of wood finishing and even mural paintings.

Did you know: animal glue does not dry, it "closes". Let us explain...

There are three characteristics of animal glue (hide glue, cake glue) that should be considered when it comes to open time, and tack. We sat down with our Technical Sales Manager, Jeff Palmiter, to learn more about these glue terms. 

 Animal glue, also known as hide glue, bone glue, or protein glue, has been in use for as long as humans have been trying to stick things together. Throughout ancient times and into the modern age, animal glue is still the go-to choice for many professional craftsman, designers, and manufacturers. Despite its long history, many misconceptions persist about the production and use of animal glue.

The G-2 Gluer is designed and built with the same technology and ingenuity that GP2 Technologies, Inc. is known for. Within the print-on-demand (POD) industry, this cover gluer is one of the most efficient methods of applying protein glue (animal glue) for short runs.