--- title: Industrial Glue Blog - LD Davis | water based glue description: water based glue | We write regularly on a wide range of industrial glue topics including types and uses of glues as well as varying applications. --- [![LD Davis Glues & Gelatin](https://blog.lddavis.com/hs-fs/hubfs/lddavis-logo.png?width=230&height=84&name=lddavis-logo.png "LD Davis Glues & Gelatin")](https://www.lddavis.com/) [1.800.833.6199](tel:+18008336199) - [About](https://www.lddavis.com/about-us/) - [Why LD Davis?](https://www.lddavis.com/about-us/why-ld-davis/) - [Industries We Serve](https://www.lddavis.com/about-us/industries-we-serve/) - [Management Team](https://www.lddavis.com/about-us/management-team/) - [Lab Capabilities](https://www.lddavis.com/lab-capabilities/) - [Products](https://www.lddavis.com/products/) - [Eco-friendly Glue](https://www.lddavis.com/products/eco-friendly-glue/) - [Liquid Glue](https://www.lddavis.com/products/liquid-glue/) - [Hot Melt Glue](https://www.lddavis.com/products/hot-melt-glue/) - [Gelatin](https://www.lddavis.com/products/gelatin-adhesives/) - [Stay Tape](https://www.lddavis.com/products/stay-tape/) - [Applications](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/) - [Bookbinding](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/book-binding/) - [Sustainable Packaging](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/sustainable-packaging/) - [Rigid Box](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/rigid-box-glues/) - [Laminating](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/laminating/) - [Food & Beverage Packaging](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/food-beverage-packaging/) - [Resources](https://www.lddavis.com/resources/) - [Blog](https://blog.lddavis.com) - [FAQs](https://www.lddavis.com/resources/faqs/) - [Contact](https://www.lddavis.com/contact-us/) - [Order Now](https://info.lddavis.com/place-an-order-lddavis-main) Blog At LD Davis, we pride ourselves on being an educational resource for our customers, our prospects and the community. Our blog is a helpful learning tool for those wanting to know more about glue best practices, news in the industry and simple answers to common glue questions. Hear it straight from the experts in every post. [Subscribe to our blog updates.](https://info.lddavis.com/blog-subscribe) ### Most Popular Posts [![LD Davis Blog](https://blog.lddavis.com/hubfs/glue%20for%20food%20and%20beverage%20manufacturers.png)](https://blog.lddavis.com/a-guide-to-food-grade-glues-for-the-food-and-beverage-industry) [Posted by LD Davis Team on Aug 21, 2025, 4:12:41 PM](https://blog.lddavis.com/author/ld-davis-team) ## [A Guide to Food-Grade Glues for the Food and Beverage Industry](https://blog.lddavis.com/a-guide-to-food-grade-glues-for-the-food-and-beverage-industry) For food and beverage manufacturers, safety isn’t just about the ingredient inside the package, but also the materials that hold it together. Food-grade glues play a critical role in keeping products secure, labeled, and ready for distribution. A carefully selected glue will also help minimize interruptions on the packaging line to reduce bottlenecks. These adhesives are held to strict safety standards designed to protect consumers and prevent potential health risks. [Read More \>](https://blog.lddavis.com/a-guide-to-food-grade-glues-for-the-food-and-beverage-industry) [![LD Davis Blog](https://blog.lddavis.com/hubfs/How%20cold%20weather%20affects%20glue.png)](https://blog.lddavis.com/how-cold-weather-impacts-glue) [Posted by LD Davis Team on Dec 21, 2024, 11:21:00 AM](https://blog.lddavis.com/author/ld-davis-team) ## [How Cold Weather Affects Glue and Your Production Line](https://blog.lddavis.com/how-cold-weather-impacts-glue) Winter is here, and with it come frigid temperatures that can impact more than just your heating bill—it can also affect your glue. Whether you’re working with [liquid water-based adhesives](https://www.lddavis.com/products/liquid-glue/) or [gelatin glue](https://www.lddavis.com/products/gelatin-adhesives/), cold weather can significantly alter their performance and, in turn, your production efficiency. Let’s explore how cold weather affects these types of adhesive, why proper handling is essential, and how to mitigate production issues during winter. For additional tips on how to apply glue and transport it during the colder months, check out [Glue Application and Storage Tips for Winter](https://blog.lddavis.com/glue-application-storage-tips-winter). [Read More \>](https://blog.lddavis.com/how-cold-weather-impacts-glue) [![LD Davis Blog](https://blog.lddavis.com/hubfs/What%20Do%20I%20Do%20If%20My%20Glue%20is%20Expired_.png)](https://blog.lddavis.com/what-do-i-do-if-my-glue-is-expired) [Posted by Maria Ceschan on Feb 4, 2020, 8:00:00 AM](https://blog.lddavis.com/author/maria-ceschan) ## [What Do I Do If My Glue is Expired?](https://blog.lddavis.com/what-do-i-do-if-my-glue-is-expired) Just like with most natural products, glues have an expiration date.  You'll notice, especially with your natural glues (protein/gelatin based) and liquid water-based glues, that after they have hit their expiration date they may become moldy and unusable. What do you do if your glue is expired? [Read More \>](https://blog.lddavis.com/what-do-i-do-if-my-glue-is-expired) [![LD Davis Blog](https://blog.lddavis.com/hubfs/Water-Based%20Glue%20Best%20Practices%20Guide.png)](https://blog.lddavis.com/best-practices-for-liquid-water-based-adhesives) [Posted by LD Davis Team on Jan 29, 2019, 8:25:00 AM](https://blog.lddavis.com/author/ld-davis-team) ## [Best Practices for Liquid Water-Based Adhesives](https://blog.lddavis.com/best-practices-for-liquid-water-based-adhesives) What holds the world together? Glue. Industrial adhesives are the sticky backbone of thousands of companies across a variety of industries, including woodworking, packaging, graphics arts, manufacturing, and more. Depending on what you’re trying to stick together, your choice of glue matters! 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