The OMG Roofing Products OlyGlu® line is due to expand with the introduction of the new OlyGlu TPO/EPDM Bucket-Based Membrane Adhesive, set to release next year.
Big Rock Supply recently had an exclusive opportunity to preview this new product when Eric Frazier, Senior Product Manager of Adhesives at OMG Roofing Products, visited our team to provide a live product demonstration. During the session, Eric explained the development behind the new adhesive, demonstrated its application, and highlighted how it differs from traditional bucket-applied bonding adhesives commonly used in commercial roofing.
For years, contractors have relied on conventional solvent-based bucket adhesives, often referred to throughout the industry as the "yellow goop." While these products have long been the standard for bonding TPO and EPDM membranes, they have presented application challenges. Their lower viscosity and overall consistency often cause the adhesive to clump or puddle instead of rolling out smoothly, making it more difficult to achieve consistent coverage. As solvents flash off during installation, uneven application can contribute to bubbling beneath the membrane, resulting in additional labor, wasted material, and unnecessary rework.
Recognizing these challenges, OMG Roofing Products set out to develop a bucket-based adhesive that maintained familiar installation methods while improving the application experience. Building on the success of the OlyGlu product family, including the OlyGlu PaceCart™ system and sprayable cartridge adhesives, the company is expanding the line with a bucket-based solution designed for contractors and jobs that prefer or require more traditional roller application.
The new OlyGlu TPO/EPDM Bucket-Based Membrane Adhesive is formulated with a higher viscosity that allows it to roll on more evenly, helping installers achieve consistent coverage with less effort. Rather than pushing adhesive across the substrate, contractors can roll it onto the surface more smoothly, creating a more uniform application.
During the demonstration, Eric compared the new OlyGlu adhesive side by side with a conventional bucket adhesive. The difference in application was immediately noticeable. The OlyGlu adhesive rolled across the substrate with minimal effort, while the traditional adhesive required significantly more force and time to spread evenly. The comparison provided a practical look at how formulation alone can impact installation efficiency without requiring contractors to change the techniques they already use.
For roofing contractors, this demonstration offers an early look at the latest addition to the OlyGlu lineup. By combining a familiar application method with a new adhesive formulation, OMG Roofing Products continues to develop and innovate solutions that help improve productivity while supporting the evolving needs of the commercial roofing industry.
Watch the full demonstration to see the new OlyGlu TPO/EPDM Bucket-Based Membrane Adhesive in action and hear Eric Frazier explain the product's development, features, and intended applications.