APPLIED Adhesives joins 3M Preferred Adhesive Distributor program
Last update on Apr 21, 2026
APPLIED Adhesives reports that it has been accepted into the 3M Preferred Adhesive Distributor (PAD) program. According to the company, this program marks a significant milestone in its continued growth and commitment to delivering premium adhesive solutions to customers across a wide range of industries.
Solve complex bonding and assembly challenges
According to the company as a 3M Preferred Adhesive Distributor, it strengthens its ability to serve customers with access to 3M’s adhesive and tape technologies, enhanced technical resources, and expanded program benefits designed to improve supply reliability, application support, and long-term customer success.
“This partnership reflects the depth of APPLIED’s technical expertise and our shared commitment to helping customers solve complex bonding and assembly challenges,” said Austin Nichols, chief commercial officer, APPLIED Adhesives. “Becoming a preferred adhesive distributor allows us to combine 3M’s world class materials with APPLIED’s hands on application knowledge, local support, and nationwide reach.”
The company states that through the Preferred Adhesive Distributor Program, it gains access to a range of high value benefits, including priority supply planning, enhanced training resources, and participation in 3M’s Spec Recognition (Spec Rec) program, which helps support new business opportunities where premium adhesive performance is critical. These capabilities enable the company to better support customers in demanding applications while improving speed to market.
According to the company, the partnership further reinforces APPLIED’s position as a solutions provider across markets such as assembly, automotive, transportation, energy storage, and industrial manufacturing, offering customers a comprehensive portfolio that includes adhesives, dispensing equipment, parts, service, and technical support.
“APPLIED’s inclusion in this program reflects a strong alignment between our organizations,” said Timothy Kaufenberg, vice president, 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division. “We look forward to working closely together to drive growth, innovation, and customer value.”