Walkease Hoof Glue 10 X 12 Dispenser Box

You should use the entire 2ml tube of Walkease glue supplied. If you think there is too much glue on the Walkease block, press the block onto the hoof a bit harder to squeeze out any extra glue.

It should be noted that everything about Walkease is the opposite of most other hoof-block systems:

• The hoof should not be dried
• It can be useful to do a quick, back and forward movement of the block on the hoof before finally pressing it in the required position. This can serve to spread the glue lines better but must be done quickly before the glue bonds
• There’s no rush to apply the block after the glue is placed onto it. Walkease glue will not set until it is spread very thin (thinner than a sheet of paper) and pressed between two surfaces. But the glued block should never be taken off the hoof and then re-applied
• The hoof should be put down on the ground promptly following block application to enable the cow to bear weight
• If the glue is not intended for use immediately after purchase, then it is best kept in a refrigerator. However the glue is best used at around normal body temperature, although this is not critical.
• The Walkease glue should last a minimum of 8-9 months before opening. In perfect conditions it can last up to two years or more before opening. Many factors affect the glue prior to opening but the most important is that it is stored at a steady and low temperature.
• Unlike polyurethane glue, Walkease glue generates only a minimal amount of heat during its curing process. This will not be noticed at all by the cow.
• What do I do if I put the Walkease glue on the wrong side of the block? Simply flip the block over and apply glue to the correct side. However you must take care when pressing your hand on the glued side – it will stick! It is essential you wear gloves during Walkease application.
• Can I use other types of glue?
• In our experience urethane-type glues will not stick properly to Walkease blocks. There may be other cyanoacrylate glues that will stick, but they are likely to take some experimentation. The Walkease glue supplied is proven to work.
• Glue cure time depends on temperature and humidity

Use this graph to estimate the time you should press and hold the Walkease block onto the hoof based on the temperature and humidity on the day. As you will notice, the glue takes better with moisture in the air (Walkease glue is activated by moisture). If the humidity is very low (as in freezing or desert conditions) then it may be necessary to add moisture to the glue by breathing closely on the glued block a few times. But in ‘normal’ temperate-zone weather conditions no extra moisture should be required.

The Walkease system works perfectly well, even in light rain showers. Moisture on the hoof does not negatively affect the success of the bond however, contamination of either surface is a different matter. Both the hoof sole and the block must be kept perfectly clean for successful application. The plastic cover on the block should not be removed until the block is ready to be glued.