abstract |
The present invention relates to methods of preparing a substrate for bonding that includes applying a cleanser to a reaction injection molded component. The substrate is dried to remove some or all of the liquid of the cleanser. The invention also relates to methods of bonding two substrates together. After cleaning the surface of one substrate with a basic solution, a primer may be applied to the cleaned surface or to a second substrate. An adhesive is then used to join the substrates together. |