Jim Bryant and List: The WEST System (I think this is a registered trademark) as advocated, researched, and distributed by Gougeon Brothers has nothing to do with PEG. WEST is the acronym for Wood Epoxy Saturation Technique (or is it Treatment? I don't have the propaganda at hand). WEST System products are now carried by Pianotek. Gougeon Brothers have done a great deal of engineering research and testing as their retail line of epoxy products has evolved. The line features several basic resin/hardener combinations and additives to control just about any parameter you might want to control (viscosity, ultimate strength, bonding compatibilty, cure times, appearance, machinability, hardness, density, ultra-violet stability, lubricity, etc.) They also purvey all the tools you might want for working with epoxies. Much of Gougeon's work has been in developing ultra-light, high-strength structures in wood, especially high-performance sailing boats. I have known these guys for 20 years, and their products, too. I endorse them without reservation. I don't have their number handy, but you can get it from Ma Bell's Directory Assistance for Bay City, Michigan. Do get their catalog and (quarterly?) newsletter. - Tom McNeil, RPT - Vermont Piano Restorations
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