1.Speed Glueing!

Whats speed glueing? Speed gluing is simply reattaching the rubber to your blade with specially formulated table tennis glue to increase the spin and speed of your shots.

When speed glue is applied Scientists believe that the chemical vapour of the glue causes the porous cells of the sponge to expand, this elongation of the rubber sheet causes an extra kick or mini-trampoline effect.

Andro does not recommended that speed glue be applied to Plasma Rubbers. No responsibility will be accepted if these sheets are Glued. These rubbers already have inbuilt Speed Glue effect

To properly speed glue a new sheet of rubber requires 3-5 layers of glue to help prime the sponge. The speed glue effect will last approximately 3-5 hours and then must be reapplied.

The different playing characteristics when you glue?

Newly speed glued rubber makes it possible to attain more spin and speed on all your shots. If you are not a seasoned player this extra force can often cause a loss of ball control.

For players that dont want the dramatic change of spin, speed or control, we recommend using Andro Speed Glue Universal to apply the rubber to your blade. This quality formula will keep your rubber securely fastened until you are ready to change to a new set of rubbers.

Here are some tips to help you when you speed glue:

1. Be consistent in your application of glue. (the amount of layers)
2. When not playing keep your paddle in a Andro or Dawei racket case to increase the life of the speed glue effect.
3. When finished playing for the day detach the rubber from the blade. This allows for the sponge to become unstressed.
4. If you intend to speed glue in tournaments, speed glue in practice as the difference is substantial.
5. Choose rubber (softer) and blades (flexible) that are specifically made for speed gluing

How does the glueing affect the durability of the rubber sheet?

A rubber sheet glued on with Non Speed glue is only slightly stretched as it is attached to the blade. The thicker glue allows for a firm grip between the wood and the sponge.

On the other hand, a rubber sheet glued on with Andro JMS Performance Speed Glue or Dawei IB-Tech Speed Glue will expand the rubber sheet sometimes up to one full centimetre. This amazing expansion causes tremendous stress between the sponge and rubber layer. The stress is a result of the sponge "growing" but the rubber staying attached in its pre-speed glued state. The rubber will also have a doming effect, this is normal.
Sometimes you will begin to see small dimples on the surface of the rubber sheet as the pips slightly deform to keep their bond to the sponge.

With every great advantage there is often a disadvantage and for those that speed glue the downside is that the increased stress will cause speed glued rubber to wear out faster. It will also increase the likelihood of pips to detach for the sponge due to the tremendous strain from the heaviest topspins.

The question of whether speed glue is best for your game or not is often best answered by your local coach or club professional.

Simon Gerada Tips on the best glue you will ever have!!!

Ok, I always get the same questions.

Question ?  Why does your bat sound so much better than mine?

Answer  Well, I glue differently than you.

1. 3 to 5 layers on a new sheet of glue.
2. Don’t let it Fully Dry! Put the rubber on the Blade. (No glue required on the blade at this stage)
3. Clamp it together. You can use a few telephone books. I have used the television in most hotels. (Works really well)
4. Wait for a while. Between 4 to 12 Hours.
5. Take of the rubber and Glue one fresh coat of glue and stick them on wet again.
6. Under the TV again for an Hour or so.
7. Re-glue the rubber. Then wait for the rubber to totally dry. (about 10 to 15 minutes.
8. A light coat on the blade.
9. Stick the rubber on the blade.
10. Hit the ball and win.

I have done this many times. It works for me. However. I should tell you some things that have gone wrong in the past.

1. I split my rubber. This means I have hit the ball with lots of spin and it cracked the surface of the rubber. (Had to put a new sheet on for my next match)
2. The rubber sheet really dose not last as long as gluing any other way. (I get my rubber for free)
3. The bat gets a little to fast for me some times. (But I like it like that)
4. Takes a while to dry when it’s cold. (Europe gets really cold in winter)

Anyway, I hope it works as well for you.

Simon Gerada