Forgeway

Forgeway: UK adhesive and sealant manufacturing since 1994

Forgeway is a British manufacturer of industrial adhesives and sealants based in Newton Abbot, Devon. Established in 1994, the company describes itself as one of the leading adhesive manufacturers globally and states that its focus on solving complex bonding challenges has remained unchanged. Its product portfolio is organised into four main chemistries: hybrid polymer, epoxy, methyl methacrylate and polyurethane.

The company presents its offer as more than a product catalogue: it combines manufacturing with laboratory work, technical guidance and training so that customers can select and apply the right adhesive for each substrate and process.

Product ranges and chemistries

Forgeway markets its adhesives and sealants under four own brands, each associated with a specific chemistry:

• Formoa — hybrid polymer adhesives and sealants. The range includes Formoa IQ+, presented as next-generation hybrid polymer products engineered for technical applications with high-performance demands, and Formoa 010, a colour-matched sealant that can be matched to any colour.
• Aerok — epoxy adhesives.
• Purok — acrylic (methyl methacrylate) adhesives. The Purok VX67 is described as a purpose-built solid surface adhesive.
• Pyrok — polyurethane adhesives.

Beyond adhesives and sealants, the catalogue includes primers and activators, and the company also offers white label manufacturing.

Markets served

Forgeway structures its commercial activity around several industrial sectors:

• Transportation, with specific lines for automotive, bus and coach, commercial vehicle, recreational vehicle, marine, rail and aerospace.
• Construction, including decorative surface, flooring, windows and doors, fire resistance and renewables.

The company has published case studies with customers such as Solomon Commercials, and its site quotes testimonials from Princess Yachts (luxury yacht manufacturer), Lawrence David (commercial vehicle manufacturer) and Venta Global (lighting manufacturer).

Technical services and problem-solving approach

Forgeway describes a structured method for tackling bonding challenges. It begins with a discovery call to discuss the customer's problem and classify it within the company's five categories. This is followed by an evaluation phase in which Forgeway analyses the challenge, conducts test work and develops potential solutions, and then by an implementation phase in which the agreed solution is applied and the customer gains knowledge about adhesives and bonding.

The company also provides operator training, arguing that correct training is essential to get the most out of an adhesive and to eliminate operator error. It presents cost reduction as another objective, through less incorrect application, lower warranty costs and reduced waste.

Other support tools include an online adhesive calculator that returns a match in about 45 seconds, a laboratory service, and a knowledge centre with hundreds of articles on adhesion and sealing. Forgeway also offers a free eBook titled Fundamentals of Adhesives, of over 200 pages, available digitally and in physical copies.

Research into bioplastics and sustainability

Forgeway has published work on the performance of adhesives with bioplastics. In partnership with Floreon, it tested adhesion strength on bioplastics compared with ABS and polystyrene. The company frames its sustainability position under the concept of "Greener Durability", arguing that for an adhesive manufacturer durability is about the bigger picture rather than a simple green claim.

Quality accreditation and company details

Forgeway states that it is an ISO 9001 accredited company, with registration number 07230689 and VAT number GB 175 0273 17. The company is registered as Forgeway Ltd.