1. It stays put wherever you use it: Silfix U7 will adhere to most surfaces because that’s what it’s made for. Use it around baths, sinks, urinals, showers, and ceramic tile joints. But that’s not all. It’s also compatible with many other surfaces like PVCu, coated timber, brickwork, concrete, GRP, steel, aluminium, and lead, you name it.
2. It guns like a dream: we’ve reformulated Silfix to be thicker and stiffer, so it goes on easily and keeps its shape better without slumping or deforming.
3. It lasts and lasts: because Silfix U7 is unaffected by ultraviolet radiation and temperature extremes, it will last for years without losing its original appearance and effectiveness, outlasting other sealants in challenging conditions.
4. It resists mould and mildew growth: nothing looks worse than a bathroom or kitchen with black mould growing on the sealant bead. U7 will put a stop to this with its proven fungicide, maintaining a hygienic seal over time.
5. Your flexible friend: Silfix U7 stays flexible even when it’s cured, even with the changes in temperature and humidity that can happen in bathrooms and kitchens. No matter how much water is thrown at it, Silfix U7 will stay in place, performing flexibly for years to come, even on irregular surfaces.
6. It’s 100% silicone: unlike some inferior sanitary sealants that we won’t mention, Silfix U7 is not solvent extended or diluted with solvent. It’s 100% silicone, so it won’t shrink, crack, glaze, or any other things you’ve seen sealants do.
7. It’s versatile: we all know that white is the most popular sealant colour. And white U7 has a lovely glossy finish to match white sanitaryware. But if you need another colour, why not try the translucent version – it’ll work beautifully but unobtrusively with any colour.

You can learn more about Silfix U7 and why we believe it’s the best silicone sanitary sealant around here.

The Heligan Maintenance Team, entrusted with the care of the renowned Lost Gardens of Heligan in St Austell, Cornwall, has embarked on an ambitious restoration project on the magnificent Peach House, a Victorian glass structure housing a precious collection of fruit trees. The ongoing renovation aims to restore the Peach House’s iconic glazed facade to its former glory.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan, nestled amidst the picturesque landscape of Cornwall, hold a unique place in the hearts of nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Spanning a sprawling 200 acres, these gardens were once lost to time and neglect but were lovingly rediscovered and restored in the 1990s. Today, they stand as a living testament to the resilience of nature and the dedication of those who appreciate historical treasures. The Peach House, an integral part of this enchanting oasis, has long been a centrepiece of the Lost Gardens of Heligan, captivating visitors with its Victorian-era grandeur.

With authenticity and quality of paramount importance on this remarkable structure, the Heligan Maintenance Team has turned to Hodgson Multi-Purpose Putty for the delicate task of repairing and restoring the glazing on this historic glass house. Hodgson Multi-Purpose Putty is the preferred choice among glazing professionals, particularly for heritage and traditional properties for its traditional appearance, combined with modern performance. This hand-applied putty is ideal for bedding and external fronting of single glass into primed softwood and hardwood frames, a perfect match for the intricate work required at the Heligan Peach House. It is over-paintable ensuring a beautiful traditional finish, perfectly suited to projects like the Lost Gardens of Heligan.

Hodgson Multi-Purpose Putty is a versatile glazing compound by Hodgson Sealants, that offers practical advantages for various sealing applications in the construction and glazing sectors. It is used for bedding and external fronting of single glass into different substrates like primed softwood, hardwood frames, and concrete. Notably, it boasts a generous working time, allowing ample time to work with the material effectively.

Thomson Glazing, a leading Scottish glazing company well known for delivering exceptional workmanship, has restored and replaced 160 sash windows damaged in the devastating fire at the Glasgow School of Art. To meet the rigorous demands of this prestigious restoration project, Thomson Glazing selected Hodgson Sealants’ Multi-Purpose Putty from Abacus Agents, known for its unparalleled quality for demanding heritage projects.

The Glasgow School of Art, designed by renowned architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, stands as a landmark of 20th-century architecture, merging Art Nouveau and Scottish vernacular styles to create a unique and culturally significant institution. The building suffered a catastrophic fire in 2018 that left many of its historical features, including the sash windows, in ruins. The ongoing refurbishment aims to breathe new life into the iconic building while maintaining its historic charisma. Thomson Glazing has been selected to play a crucial role in this restoration process with the company’s expertise in glazing solutions helping to ensure that the Glasgow School of Art will once again stand as a testament to historical and aesthetic excellence.

“In our experience, Hodgson’s Multi-Purpose Putty is the best putty we’ve ever used,” said Michael Thomson, of Thomson Glazing. “Its workability is unparalleled, making it incredibly versatile during the application process. The shelf life of this product means less waste and more cost-effective solutions for our clients. What truly sets it apart is its multi-purpose utility—this putty works exceptionally well on both steel and timber, which is essential in a project of this calibre.”

Hodgson’s Multi-Purpose Putty, purchased from Abacus Agents, is a hand-applied glazing compound designed for a range of applications. It is particularly suited for bedding and external fronting of single glass into primed softwood, hardwood, and steel frames that will later be painted, making it the perfect choice at Glasgow School of Art. Additionally, it can be used on sealed hardwood and concrete surfaces that are also intended for painting. This putty is intended for external use and conforms fully to relevant industry standards. Designed to be overpainted, it offers excellent working characteristics and demonstrates good long-term performance. Its adaptability makes it suitable for both hardwood and steel frames, providing a reliable solution for new build and restoration work.

Abacus Agents is Scotland’s leading distributor of hardware, sealants and ancillaries to the glazing trade with trade counters in Glasgow and Dundee. Established in 1991, it is renowned for its extensive range of glazing products and ancillary products. Abacus has teamed up with Hodgson Sealants to provide British-made top-quality sealants and adhesives to the trade across Scotland.

We are delighted that one of the local school’s girls’ rugby team, whose kit we sponsor, has played in the Inspiresport Champion Schools Finals. The Year 7 team from Malet Lambert School won the final convincingly 40-18 in a match that took place at Kingston Park, home of Newcastle Thunder on 7 July 2023.

The Year 7 girls from Hull school Malet Lambert School, sporting their Hodgson-sponsored kit, produced what has been described as “one of the all-time greatest Champion Schools performances” to overcome spirited Archbishop Sentamu School side and claim bragging rights in Hull. The team scored six tries to claim a resounding victory. The Inspiresport Champion Schools is the Rugby Football League’s flagship schools’ competition for girls and boys at years 7 to 11 which first began in 1981.

Hodgson Sealants is not just a leading manufacturer of high-quality sealants, adhesives, and other construction chemicals; it is also a company deeply committed to the local community. We recognise the importance of giving back by actively engaging in various community activities.

We’re seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join our sealants manufacturing company in Beverley, East Yorkshire. Reporting to the Technical Manager, you’ll be responsible for ensuring our products consistently meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectations for quality and reliability.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quality control procedures to meet industry standards and customer expectations.
• Monitor production processes for compliance with quality standards and address any issues that arise.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with the QHSE Manager to maintain the quality management system, including testing, inspection, and documentation procedures.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the quality control team, ensuring they’re properly trained and equipped.
• Communicate with other departments to address quality control issues promptly.
• Stay updated on industry trends and implement best practices and new technologies as appropriate.
• Collaborate with external organisations to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality control and assurance, preferably in the sealants or adhesives industry.
• Strong knowledge of quality control principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, including knowledge of ISO standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.

Salary is £35k or higher. If you’re a detail-oriented, results-driven QC/QA Manager seeking a challenging opportunity, you can apply by sending your CV to [email protected]

Applicators’ favourite internal sanitary sealant Silfix®U7 has been relaunched and improved to make it even easier and more effective to apply. It is now thicker and stiffer to apply with improved body that gives enhanced shape retention, improved gunability and reduced slump.

Silfix®U7 from Hodgson Sealants offers excellent adhesion to most non-porous surfaces making it ideally suited to sealing around baths, sinks, urinals and ceramic tile joints to give a water-resistant, hygienic seal. It is also ideally suited for application to various surfaces including PVCu, coated timber, brickwork, concrete, GRP, stainless / galvanised steel, aluminium and lead as well as on natural porous surface, making it a great all-round sealant for modular and pod building, particularly sealing dissimilar surfaces. Resistant to ozone, ultra-violet radiation and temperature extremes, Silfix®U7 will keep its original good looks for years after application.

Not only does Silfix®U7’s quality ingredients and specialist formulation ensure a tough, watertight seal, its proven fungicide resists mould and mildew growth, outperforming other sealants on the market. It conforms to EN15651-1: F-EXT-INT-CC and EN15651-3:S.

Silfix®U7 has a fast cure and tack-free time and remains permanently flexible with a movement capability of ±25 with lasting performance and low shrinkage. Silfix®U7 is available in translucent and white in 310ml cartridges.

The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF), together with Builders’ Merchants News (BMN), has recognised our very own Kevin Powell for one of the merchanting industry’s top accolades. Kevin has been identified as one of the Top 100 Supplier Influencers shining a light on his commitment and contribution to the sector.

Kevin is National Sales Manager at Hodgson Sealants and was nominated after meeting key criteria including involvement, presence, charity and community work, as well as commitment to the industry. He joined the Hodgson team this year after an extensive career in the sealants sector.

Kevin said: “I am very honoured and humbled to be nominated as a Top 100 Supplier Influencer. “I have been part of this industry for around 30 years and feel extremely proud to be recognised by my peers in this way.”

Congratulations Kevin!

Sealants specially developed by Hodgson Sealants for quick and efficient assembly have been helping Victory Leisure Homes achieve faster, safer, greener, and more efficient production at its Yorkshire manufacturing facilities.

Hodgson has worked in close partnership with both the Technical and Production teams at Victory to formulate specialist solutions for some of its most common sealing and bonding applications. Working closely in tandem with Victory to provide technical support including site visits and substrate testing along the way, Hodgson’s R&D team has replaced less efficient PU adhesives with high-performance products, for safer, quicker bonding with less waiting time between processes.

HY-SPEC HS50 is Hodgson’s latest addition to its hybrid sealant range and was developed to offer Victory a combination of quick grab, excellent tooling properties, and performance adhesion, all the time retaining flexibility on its fast-paced production applications. It is a neutral cure, high modulus and solvent-free adhesive.

Its effectiveness for Victory – a company that is at the leading edge for innovation in its markets – lies in its unparalleled wet grab properties. This means that HY-SPEC HS50 can seal and bond quickly reducing the need for mechanical support to provide leak-free construction and to make production processes at Victory quicker and more accurate. It offers excellent adhesion on a wide variety of substrates allowing Victory the production flexibility to work with a range of materials.

Once cured to its full strength, HY-SPEC HS50 retains excellent flexibility making it the perfect product for sealing and bonding in caravan, leisure, specialist vehicle manufacture, marine or industrial assembly where flexibility is vital to accommodate movement in the joint. Once the assembly is complete the HY-SPEC HS50 cures tack free so it will not pick up dirt, maintaining the home’s good looks for years to come.

“The innovation teams at Hodgson and Victory have worked collaboratively to produce an advanced solution for our specific requirements,” says Victory’s Research and Development Director, Steve Bulliment. “The result is a sealant that improves productivity, build quality and working condition in our production facilities.  The support they have given us has been exceptional, taking the time to listen to our requirements and understand our processes to produce the perfect solution.”

Kevin Nickolay of Hodgson Sealants has equally praised the collaboration: “We are very proud to be supporting Victory Leisure Homes in their quest to be consistently best in class.  They are always keen to explore the latest sealant technologies available to ensure they have premium quality, water tight structures which offer the very best in home from home holiday accommodation on the market.”

HY-SPEC HS50 is a greener, cleaner alternative to traditional PU adhesives with none of the harmful isocyanates and solvents so they are safer and cleaner to use. Hodgson can also offer the adhesive in foil sausages, giving greater yield and less plastic waste than traditional cartridges.

Based in Yorkshire, Victory Leisure Homes has been building innovative holiday homes and lodges for over a decade for holidaymakers in the UK and Ireland. With a strong innovation culture, Victory has partnered closely with Hodgson to make its build processes efficient,  consistent and more economical.

Our new website is simply the most comprehensive and user-friendly place to go for the widest range of UK-manufactured sealants and adhesives. Our newly relaunched site offers specifiers, contractors, manufacturers and distributors access to full product information on the Hodgson range of sealing solutions, data sheets, complete technical data including certification and all the company’s latest news.

Gary Thomas, Commercial Director says “The new website reinforces Hodgson’s position as the UK’s leading manufacturer of sealants and adhesives,” he says, “and the cleaner design, improved navigation and enhanced content will give customers, specifiers, and other stake holders a more comprehensive and user friendly experience.”