We offer the adhesive tabs in 6 sizes. Custom-made products are possible at a surcharge. The tab size is measured at the widest part of the hoof, ideally just after its trimming.

Adhesive tab size ranges:

• G1: approx. 50 – 70mm / 1.97 – 2.76in hoof width
• G2: approx. 71 – 90mm / 2.77 – 3.54in hoof width
• G3: approx. 91 – 115mm / 3.55 – 4.53in hoof width
• G4: approx. 116 – 135mm / 4.54 – 5.31in hoof width
• G5: approx. 136 – 160mm / 5.32 – 6.30in hoof width
• G5plus: approx 160+mm / 6.30+in hoof width

Lateral and medial, so the toe can roll freely. In the case of a toe-off, the welding of the tabs shouldn’t be placed in this area, as otherwise they will be unnecessarily weakened.
If the tabs can’t be positioned on a used horseshoe in a way that the maximum welding specified by the design is achieved (e.g. due to increased abrasion of the shoe in the toe area), a new shoe should be used.

Heat gun (preferably with a digital display for the temperature to be regulated) with a 9mm nozzle attachment. Flame-retardant pad (no metal) for unrolling, if possible with a suitable groove for adjusting the outer bead of the adhesive tab. We recommend hardwood as well as protective gloves.

Yes, we recommend 99% isopropanol or any acetone-free brake degreaser. Always wear the appropriate protective gloves for all degreasing and gluing activities.

Conditionally “yes”, if there is still a sufficiently thick layer of colored or black elastomer on the inside of the tab (the side facing the hoof) after detaching the tab from the hoof. However, we recommend replacing the tabs after re-adapting the horseshoe to the foot to ensure the best fit and best glueing conditions.

Yes, they are suitable for all TPU plastics.

Yes. We recommend removing the front flap of the tab and placing it in front of the cap. Then position the two remaining flaps behind the cap. Please, ensure that the side cap does not obstruct the hot air flow when welding the tab on. Therefore, always roll the horseshoe away from the side cap onto the tab.

The tabs are welded to the left and right side of the horseshoe so that the colored or black, elastic layer faces inwards. The attachment point for the rear (smallest) flap is a little behind the widest part of the shoe. Once the first tab is attached to one side of the shoe, the opposite tab is held against the shoe, the correct position determined and the attachment point marked with a permanent marker. Make sure that the front (largest) flaps do not overlap.

Should it be necessary to place the tabs very far to the front, e.g. with strongly rotating hooves, so that the front flaps overlap slightly, simply cut back the flaps with a sharp blade or scissors before gluing.