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Preparation before using stuck-on soles

Why the correct preparation of footwear components is essential to produce good sole bonding during the construction process.

In order to achieve the best possible bond strength when adhering a stuck-on sole to the footwear upper, a level of preparation is required for most footwear materials prior to adhesive application. The necessary preparation is entirely dependent on the properties of the material to be bonded and the type of adhesive that will be applied.

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